Wed Jan 29 17:07:32 UTC 2025: ## Forbes Slams US Adani Indictment as Geopolitical Blunder
**NEW DELHI** – A scathing Forbes article accuses the US Department of Justice (DoJ) of a strategic blunder with its indictment of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, warning of severe damage to US-India relations and a boost to China’s influence. The article, “The US Harms The West’s Alliances With A Far-Flung Indictment In India,” argues that the bribery and financial misrepresentation allegations risk undermining crucial partnerships at a time when strong alliances are needed to counter China.
India’s role as a key Western partner, particularly in initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (a competitor to China’s Belt and Road Initiative), is highlighted. The Forbes piece contends that the DoJ’s action jeopardizes economic collaboration and trust, potentially driving India closer to Russia and China, thereby strengthening US rivals.
The author criticizes the indictment as an example of Western overreach, suggesting that such extraterritorial legal actions disrupt vital global partnerships. The article concludes that the US action is not merely a legal matter but a diplomatic miscalculation that could isolate India, a crucial ally for global stability. The piece ends with a stark warning: “They must be laughing in Beijing,” referencing the potential benefits for China.
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