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NDTV
an hour ago
- Business
- NDTV
Full Statement Of Trump's India Tariff, "Penalty" Announcement
US President Donald Trump took many by surprise by announcing a 25 per cent tariff on goods exported from India to the United States on Wednesday. Calling India a friend of the United States, Mr Trump also said it would have to pay a "penalty" over and above the tariff because it is one of the largest purchasers of energy from Russia and also buys arms from the country, which is engaged in a conflict with Ukraine. In a post on Truth Social, his social media platform, Mr Trump wrote, "Remember, while India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business with them because their Tariffs are far too high, among the highest in the World, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary Trade Barriers of any Country. Also, they have always bought a vast majority of their military equipment from Russia, and are Russia's largest buyer of ENERGY, along with China, at a time when everyone wants Russia to STOP THE KILLING IN UKRAINE - ALL THINGS NOT GOOD!" "INDIA WILL THEREFORE BE PAYING A TARIFF OF 25%, PLUS A PENALTY FOR THE ABOVE, STARTING ON AUGUST FIRST. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. MAGA!" he added, referring to his 'Make America Great Again' slogan.
Focus Malaysia
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
Peace comes from wisdom, not raw emotions
THE people of Cambodia and Thailand must have heaved a sigh of relief that peace talks in Malaysia ended quickly with both sides agreeing to an immediate ceasefire. The cessation of hostilities is welcomed in all 10 Asean nations and peace-loving people throughout the world. But when a country is enjoying peace, there will be selfish leaders out to exploit race, religion, language, nationalism and all forms of identity politics to condemn others just to gain popularity. Unfortunately, most of them succeed because people are usually more emotional than rational, including those deemed to be highly educated, intelligent, religious, or ought to know better. Religions do not discriminate against people by race or language. Yet throughout history, devout followers have often victimised their fellow human beings, such as slavery was practised for over 200 years in America by White Christians who read the bible daily. Today, we have a political party in Malaysia using the name of Islam playing the race card trying to win support from the majority of the voters, ignoring the fact that Islam spread overland to China soon after it was founded in the 7th century via the ancient Silk Road. Much later, Islam was brought to Melaka in the 15th century by Muslim traders via sea routes and also by Muslim missionaries from China, including those that came after the seven expeditions between 1405 and 1433 led by Admiral Zheng He, himself a Muslim. Mercifully, the powers that be in Cambodia and Thailand did not wish to play the nationalist card, unlike Trump. Sadly, most people could not differentiate between being ultra nationalistic and genuinely patriotic. Trump may be a nationalist but he is not a patriot. Being nationalistic means to do everything for one's country, disregarding other nations and also the harm it may bring to its own citizens. His 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA) slogan and tariff wars are hurting not only countries trading with the United States (US), but are also harming the American people and economy. Patriots contribute positively to the nation and are admired universally. Nationalists may raise national flags, sing national anthems and engage in rhetoric, but these are just for show. On the other hand, patriots silently study or work hard, are productive, pay taxes, do voluntary work, contribute to society and charity, and live in harmony with others. Those who claim to fight for our country but look down on fellow citizens are actually hypocrites. Many choose the easy path by sowing hatred, instead of working hard to lift one's community. Those living near country borders may have different nationalities, but they are largely the same people and lifestyles. Many have family members and relatives living on both sides, not just at the Cambodia-Thai border, but also the Malaysian-Thai and Malaysian-Singapore borders. It is unlikely the local people on both sides of a border would want to cause harm to one another. But it is a different story when leaders of a central government or military are on shaky ground and use offence as the best defence in justifying an invasion or bombing raid to muster support. However, all the countries that the US have bombed, invaded and occupied since the Second World War were back to square one. The best example is Vietnam. Today, visitors to Vietnam would be wondering how the unnecessary the Vietnam War had served the US. In 1960, there were only 900 American troops in South Vietnam, which grew to 23,300 in 1964 and peaked at 543,400 in 1969, before withdrawing totally in 1973, with 58,220 already dead. In 1995, the US and Vietnam established diplomatic relations, which allows for the resumption of travel and trade. Although a few million Vietnamese were killed in the war along with several hundred thousand Cambodians and tens of thousands of Laotions, past hostilities were quickly forgotten. This is because people desire peace much more than nationalism and other forms of identity politics. On our part, we must always have the wisdom to know what is good for our country, and not let raw emotions consume us and do stupid things. ‒ July 30, 2025 YS Chan is master trainer for Mesra Malaysia and Travel and Tours Enhancement Course and an Asean Tourism Master Trainer. He is also a tourism and transport business consultant. The views expressed are solely of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Focus Malaysia. Main image: AP
The Standard
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Standard
Trump's MAGA base defies conservative pro-Israel doctrine
A "Make America Great Again" hat is seen on display on the trading floor at The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) following the Federal Reserve rate announcement, in New York City, U.S., September 18, 2024. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo
Newsweek
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Marjorie Taylor Greene Defies Trump on Israel: 'Genocide'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, one of President Donald Trump's allies, appears to have become the first Republican to describe Israel's actions in Gaza as a genocide. Her statement signals a rare departure from the party's long-standing support for Israel, even as she continues to publicly align herself with Trump and the Make America Great Again movement. Newsweek has contacted Greene and the White House for further comment. Why It Matters The term "genocide" carries serious legal and diplomatic implications. Defined by the United Nations as acts committed with intent to destroy a national, ethnical, racial or religious group, its use by a sitting member of Congress—particularly a Republican—marks a rare challenge to the dominant U.S. narrative on the war in Gaza. Israel launched its offensive following Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks, which killed about 1,200 people. The group also abducted more than 250 hostages. In the months since, Israel's military campaign has drawn global concern over civilian casualties and the scale of destruction. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene speaks with reporters in the U.S. Capitol after a meeting of the House Republican Conference in Washington, D.C., on July 22. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene speaks with reporters in the U.S. Capitol after a meeting of the House Republican Conference in Washington, D.C., on July 22. Tom Williams/AP Photo What To Know On Monday, Greene wrote on X, "It's the most truthful and easiest thing to say that Oct 7th in Israel was horrific and all hostages must be returned, but so is the genocide, humanitarian crisis, and starvation happening in Gaza." Her comment reflects mounting political tension over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and places the congresswoman from Georgia in alignment with international rights groups that have warned Israel may be committing war crimes. Greene's remark also puts her at odds with most Republicans in Congress, who have rejected such language while continuing to back U.S. military aid to Israel. The congresswoman went on to argue that supporting such actions not only harms innocent people but also risks increasing antisemitism by associating Jewish identity with state violence. I remember the first time I met Randy Fine when he was a candidate before he barely won Florida's deep red 6th district seat, as we were being told he might actually lose the seat because the strong Trump district couldn't relate to him and didn't like him. He was telling me that… — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) July 29, 2025 Randy Fine Greene's post referenced Representative Randy Fine of Florida, a fellow Republican and vocal Israel defender who denied that Palestinians in Gaza were facing starvation. On Sunday, Fine wrote on X: "There is no starvation. Everything about the 'Palestinian' cause is a lie." On July 22, in response to an ABC News report that 15 people—including four children—had died from malnutrition and famine in Gaza in 24 hours, Fine wrote: "Release the hostages. Until then, starve away." Greene said in her post, "I can only imagine how Florida's 6th district feels now that their Representative … openly calls for starving innocent people and children." Growing Criticism This is not Greene's first rebuke of U.S. policy toward Israel. Earlier this month, she introduced an amendment to strip funding from Israel's missile defense system—a proposal that failed in a 6–422 vote. She has also posted about the suffering of Palestinian children and described the situation in Gaza as "horrific." In a June social media post—two days after Trump ordered a bombing in Iran—Greene accused the president of a "bait and switch" on the MAGA agenda. "NO MORE FOREIGN WARS. NO MORE REGIME CHANGE. WORLD PEACE," she wrote, referencing Trump's 2024 campaign message. Palestinians inspect the site struck by an Israeli bombardment in Muwasi, Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, on July 28. Palestinians inspect the site struck by an Israeli bombardment in Muwasi, Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, on July 28. Mariam Dagga/AP Photo Trump on Gaza Hunger Trump said on Monday that there was "real starvation" in Gaza, adding, "I see it, and you can't fake that." He promised the U.S. would do more to address it. Though brief, the statement marked a rare acknowledgment of Palestinian suffering from the president. What Happens Next Greene's break from Republican consensus may intensify debate within the party over Israel, U.S. aid and humanitarian accountability, especially as Trump himself has acknowledged worsening conditions in Gaza.
Toronto Star
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Toronto Star
B.C. city has ‘increased concerns' on safety for MAGA singer Sean Feucht's show
A British Columbia city said it has 'increased concerns' about public safety over an upcoming concert by an American Christian musician who's outspoken in the Make America Great Again movement. Sean Feucht is due to play at the Memorial Park Amphitheatre in West Kelowna on Aug. 23, but the city said in a statement that it is reviewing safety and security plans connected to the private booking.
