Trump holds up India as democracy lifting millions out of poverty

0
148
President Donald J. Trump . (Official White House Photo by D. Myles Cullen)
- Advertisement -

By Arul Louis

United Nations– US President Donald Trump on Tuesday held up India as an example to the world of a country that successfully lifted millions out of poverty while upholding democracy and freedom.

Addressing the General Assembly, he said India was part of a “beautiful constellation” of countries working for a common future.

In speech that emphasized his America First policy with a declaration that he rejected the “ideology of globalism” for a belief in patriotism, he reiterated his hard line against countries such as China, Iran and Venezuela.

He demanded that Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) cut their “horrible prices.” (IANS)

Advertisement

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here