In a clear pushback against Trump's tariff threats, Brazil and India are tightening economic ties—promising to triple trade between them during PM Modi's visit to Brasília. The move comes as Trump accused BRICS nations (which include both countries) of undermining the US dollar and slapped them with a 10% tariff warning, calling the dollar the "king."

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about trade numbers—it’s a geopolitical chess move. As Trump doubles down on economic nationalism, BRICS members are quietly building alternatives to US-centric systems. The dollar’s dominance isn’t collapsing overnight, but these alliances chip away at it, and that could reshape global trade long-term. For Brazil and India, closer ties mean less vulnerability to US pressure—and a signal that they won’t be bullied on tariffs.