Indian MP Responds to Trump's Comments on Pakistan Oil Deal
In a recent statement, Indian MP Nishikant Dubey responded to former President Trump's comments regarding a potential oil deal with Pakistan. Dubey questioned the feasibility of India benefiting from such a deal, labeling the country as a 'beggar nation' reliant on foreign oil supplies. He emphasized India's commitment to prioritizing the welfare of its farmers and national security over international agreements. Trump's announcement of a trade deal with Pakistan, which includes developing oil reserves, has sparked significant debate about India's energy needs and geopolitical stance. This article delves into the implications of these remarks and the broader context of India-Pakistan relations.
Aug 1, 2025, 14:22 IST
Nishikant Dubey's Reaction to Trump's Remarks
On Friday, Nishikant Dubey, a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party, reacted sharply to comments made by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding an oil deal with Pakistan. Dubey questioned what a 'beggar nation' like India could possibly offer, given that its oil needs are heavily reliant on Turkmenistan, Iran, and Qatar. In a post on social media platform X, he shared an excerpt from WikiLeaks, highlighting that according to U.S. sources, Pakistan possesses only 25 percent of the oil and gas reserves necessary for its expenses. The U.S. has indicated that the only viable option for Pakistan's energy needs is through oil and gas pipelines from Turkmenistan, Iran, and Qatar. He reiterated, 'What can a beggar nation like India provide?'
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The MP from Godda, Jharkhand, further assured that India prioritizes the welfare of its farmers and small traders, as well as national security, above all else. On Wednesday (local time), Trump announced a trade agreement with Pakistan, which included a mention of a joint initiative to develop oil reserves in the terrorism-afflicted neighboring country, suggesting that Islamabad might sell oil to New Delhi someday.
Trump stated, 'We have just reached an agreement with Pakistan, under which both countries will collaborate to develop their vast oil reserves. We are in the process of selecting the oil company that will lead this partnership. Who knows, they might sell oil to India one day!' Additionally, Trump referenced the trade deficit with New Delhi, announcing a 25 percent tariff on Indian imports and further penalties. The U.S. has also threatened to impose additional penalties on India for purchasing oil from Russia. The implementation of the tariff order has been postponed for seven days to allow U.S. customs officials time to update their systems, which was initially set to take effect today.