India, Oct. 18 -- Economic renewal, secure borders, and national sovereignty are central to President Donald Trump's vision of American leadership, with important implications for India and the global economy.

American foreign policy has always reflected the country's domestic priorities. Under President Donald Trump, however, this relationship has become more explicit. His "America First" agenda places economic prosperity, national security, industrial renewal, and sovereignty at the centre of the United States' engagement with the world.

The approach reflects a conviction that America's international leadership must be underpinned by economic strength. In his inaugural address on January 20, 2025, Trump reaffirmed his commitment to pu...