Putin’s India visit 2025 under Trump tariffs: What’s at stake

Vladimir Putin’s India visit comes amid the shadow of Trump’s proposed tariffs, testing the resilience of India-Russia ties. Key stakes include discounted oil flows, defence co-production, spare parts, and rupee-rouble payment channels, alongside sanction exposure and shipping insurance. Delhi seeks strategic autonomy while hedging with the West, BRICS and Eurasian corridors, as fresh policy signals are expected from both sides.