The World Government Summit 2026 was convened in Dubai, with the theme revolving around shifts in global power dynamics. Esteemed American TV host Tucker Carlson spoke candidly at the summit. In dialogue with India Today Global, the former Fox News host emphasized that India has ascended to being a formidable power and no longer faces imposed terms. The global discourse must now engage with India on equal footing.
Rejecting outdated notions of American foreign policy, Carlson specified that today's India is a radically transformed nation, distinctly different from two and a half decades ago. He particularly critiqued American efforts to dissuade India from purchasing oil from Russia. Carlson remarked, 'The US cannot dictate India's oil procurement decisions. It's regrettable that people are so slow to recognize this reality. Emerging powers are no longer emerging—they have arrived.'
History Books to Chronicle Modi's Impact
Tucker Carlson asserted that India, alongside China and Russia, stands as a sovereign power, not subordinate to any other. Discussing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Carlson noted, 'Whether you admire Modi or not, there's no denying his potent leadership.' He categorized PM Modi among the rare breed of leaders who will shape history, placing him alongside figures like Putin, Trump, Erdoğan, Mohammed bin Salman, and Mohammed bin Zayed, about whom history books will be penned. In a playful critique of Western leaders, he predicted they wouldn't endure in historical memory.
Comments on Trump and Biden's Foreign Policies
Tucker Carlson offered an incisive critique of former President Joe Biden's policy towards Russia, noting that it has inadvertently harmed both America and the dollar. He observed that attempts to isolate Russia backfired, intensifying its alliances with China, India, and the Middle East. Reflecting on Donald Trump's tariff strategies, he labeled them an experiment, emphasizing they were a negotiation tactic, not punitive measures. Carlson concluded that the balance of global power has undeniably shifted. We are ushering in an era where dialogue takes precedence over directives.
