Victor Davis Hanson: How US-India Tension Fuels Russia and China Tensions are rising between the U.S. and India—despite what should be a natural alliance. India’s growing population, economic strength, and position as an English-speaking counterweight to China should make it a perfect partner for America. So, why isn’t it? On today’s episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Hanson explains how trade disputes, tariffs, and India’s continued purchases of Russian oil have strained ties.