Ajit Doval to US: No 'Bullying' in Trade Deals; India Will Wait Out Trump if Needed

• National Security Advisor Ajit Doval reportedly told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that India will not tolerate pressure in trade deals and is prepared to wait for Donald Trump's term to end.
• Doval's visit to Washington in early September followed PM Modi's meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, aiming to ease bilateral complexities.
• India has historically dealt with tough US administrations and will not be pressured by Trump or his associates, Doval conveyed.
• Trump had previously criticized India for buying Russian oil, imposed tariffs on Indian goods, and initiated visa restrictions.
• Despite initial tensions, Doval's diplomatic efforts led to renewed discussions, a reduction in tariffs on Indian goods, and a trade deal, though Trump's claims about India's commitments are noted.