Russia has invited India to broaden its exports, particularly if New Delhi faces difficulties accessing the US market, said Russian Deputy Chief of Mission Roman Babushkin during a press briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday. He described Washington’s pressure on India over its continued purchase of Russian crude oil as “unjustified” and “unilateral.”
Babushkin’s comments signal Moscow’s intent to strengthen economic ties with India amid escalating trade tensions with the United States.
On US sanctioning 50% tariff on India, Roman Babushkin, Chargé d’Affaires of the Russian Embassy in India, said as per ANI, “..If Indian goods are facing difficulties entering the US market, the Russian market is welcoming Indian exports…”
#WATCH | Delhi | On US sanctioning 50% tariff on India, Roman Babushkin, Chargé d’Affaires of the Russian Embassy in India, says, “..If Indian goods are facing difficulties entering the US market, the Russian market is welcoming Indian exports…” pic.twitter.com/DjeUdmSYbJ
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2025
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