Donald Trump is reportedly employing a strategy aimed at creating divisions between Russia, China, and India, with the broader goal of weakening the BRICS economic alliance. This approach involves a combination of tariff threats, diplomatic pressure, and criticism of these nations' economic and political ties.

Trump's most recent actions involve levying a 25% tariff on imports from India, with hints of further penalties related to the country's continued purchase of Russian oil. He has also threatened a 10% tariff on BRICS members, claiming they are aligning against the U.S. Trump has accused India of profiting from reselling Russian oil and not caring about the casualties in Ukraine. He has also criticized India's trade barriers and reliance on Russian military equipment and energy.

These moves are interpreted by some as an attempt to interfere with India's foreign policy and pressure the country to reduce its ties with Russia. However, India has defended its relationship with Russia, emphasizing that its bilateral relationships stand on their own merit and shouldn't be viewed through the lens of a third country. India's Ministry of External Affairs has stated that its imports from Russia are a necessity driven by the global market situation.

China is facing similar pressure from the U.S. regarding its economic relationship with Russia. Despite potential tariffs and diplomatic friction, both China and India continue to purchase Russian oil, prioritizing their energy security and economic independence. Some experts suggest this shared defiance could lead to a stronger geopolitical alignment between the two nations.

Russia has accused the U.S. of pursuing a "neocolonial" policy towards nations in the Global South, attempting to maintain Washington's dominance. Moscow has expressed its readiness to strengthen cooperation with countries resisting such measures, particularly within BRICS.

The implications of Trump's strategy are far-reaching. Some analysts believe that antagonizing major emerging economies simultaneously could push them closer together, creating a coalition of convenience that could reshape global commerce. Others warn that these actions could undermine the U.S.'s relationship with India, a country that has historically served as a regional buffer against China.

It is also argued that Trump's approach overlooks the long-standing mistrust between India and China, as well as the potential for strategic convergence based on shared concerns about the rise of Chinese power. However, domestic politics often outweigh foreign policy considerations.