Trump’s America is making the world look elsewhere
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Summary
From India’s Russia oil ties to China’s looming tariff threat and Canada’s turn towards Europe, this week offered fresh evidence of countries hedging against an increasingly unpredictable America.
Key Facts
TypeNews
SourceLivemint - Opinion
PublishedSaturday, 19 September 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
Key Authorities
Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Commerce & IndustryDPIIT
Key Stakeholders
Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryExportersImportersMSMEs
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