US President Donald Trump claimed that his tariff (Tariff) policy saved the world from four out of seven wars. He stated that he also prevented a potential war between India and Pakistan and called himself a “Peacekeeper”.
Tariff War: President Donald Trump (Donald Trump) is once again in the headlines. He recently claimed that if he did not have the authority to impose tariffs (Tariff), at least four out of seven wars in the world would have already broken out. Trump also stated that he played a crucial role in preventing a potential war between India and Pakistan.
Trump's statement has not only become a topic of discussion in international politics, but his claim of being a “Peacekeeper (Peacekeeper)” has also garnered everyone's attention. Let's find out what Trump said and what arguments he presented behind his statement.
Trump Said – Many Wars Would Have Broken Out Without Tariffs
Donald Trump said during an interview that his Tariff Policy (Tariff Policy) saved the world from many wars. He stated, “If I didn't have the power to impose tariffs, at least four out of seven wars would have broken out. If you look at India and Pakistan, they were ready for war. Seven planes were shot down. I don't want to say what I said, but my action proved very effective.”
Trump claimed that he not only earned hundreds of billions of dollars for America but also contributed to maintaining peace in the world through his tariff policy. He said, “Through our tariff policy, we not only achieved economic strength but also became Guardians of Peace (Guardians of Peace).”
Trump's Mediation During India-Pakistan Tensions
Trump also indicated that he played a crucial behind-the-scenes role in de-escalating the rising tensions between India and Pakistan. During his tenure, there were several confrontational situations between the two countries, especially in 2019, when an aerial conflict occurred after the Pulwama attack.
At that time, India conducted an airstrike in Balakot, and Pakistan captured Indian pilot Abhinandan Varthaman. Trump claimed that he prevented a war situation from developing between the two countries at that time. He stated that several countries reached a Ceasefire during his time, and he used his policies and personal negotiations to calm such conflicts.
“I Am a Peacekeeper” – Trump's Confident Claim
Calling himself a “Peacekeeper,” Trump said that the world should understand the importance of his policies. He asserted that by applying economic pressure, he kept many countries away from the path of war. He stated, “My opponents say I am aggressive, but the truth is I have ended wars, not started them.”
Trump said that he not only protected American interests but also saved many countries from mutual conflict. He stated, “My tariff policy was not just about making money; it was a strategic move to bring countries to the negotiation table, not the battlefield.”
Trump Reiterated Claim at United Nations
This is not the first time Donald Trump has made such a claim. During his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September, he also stated that he ended seven wars in the first seven months of his second term.
He proudly stated, “I have ended seven wars that had been going on for decades. I did so because I knew that economic power is the real weapon.” During this statement, Trump also said that he should receive the Nobel Peace Prize (Nobel Peace Prize) because he made a significant contribution to establishing peace in the world.
Trump Administration Released List of Countries Where Wars Were Prevented
In July, a spokesperson for the Trump administration released a list of countries during a press briefing where wars were averted or ended due to Trump's mediation or policies.
The list mentioned the following countries –
- India and Pakistan
- Israel and Iran
- Thailand and Cambodia
- Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo
- Serbia and Kosovo
- Armenia and Azerbaijan
- Egypt and Ethiopia
According to sources, Trump used diplomatic measures in all these conflicts, such as phone calls, trade deals, tariff pressure, and mediation.
How Trump's “Tariff Policy” Became a Weapon
Donald Trump believes that tariffs (Import Duties), meaning taxes imposed on imports, are not just economic weapons but also diplomatic tools. He stated that when a country shows inclination in trade relations with the US, it also backs away from war-like actions.
He asserted that when he imposed tariffs on China, India, Russia, and Iran, these countries tried to avoid any direct or indirect conflict against the US. According to Trump, “Countries that could have waged war against us are now talking about trade.”
