Group 1 - The core issue is the increasing economic pressure on India due to the U.S. government's imposition of punitive tariffs on Indian goods, which has severely impacted India's export trade and manufacturing sector [1][3]. - The U.S. tariffs have led to a significant reduction in export orders from India, causing a decline in business confidence, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises that are less resilient to such shocks [3][5]. - Modi's government faces a dilemma in balancing relations between the U.S. and China, as India's manufacturing heavily relies on Chinese raw materials while simultaneously trying to appease U.S. demands [5][9]. Group 2 - The U.S. is using diplomatic channels to pressure India, urging it to take sides in the geopolitical rivalry, which undermines India's strategic autonomy [5]. - India's attempts to deepen cooperation with the U.S. to reduce dependence on China have not been successful, leading to a worsening export situation and increased trade pressures from the U.S. [5][9]. - The structural economic challenges faced by India are exacerbated by the U.S. tariffs, which disrupt India's plans to enhance its supply chain through Chinese manufacturing [9].

Core Viewpoint - Indonesian officials announced that U.S. IT products will not be subject to local content requirements in Indonesia [1] Group 1 - The decision allows U.S. IT companies to operate without the constraints of local parts percentage [1] - This move is expected to facilitate easier market access for American technology firms in Indonesia [1] - The policy change may enhance bilateral trade relations between the U.S. and Indonesia in the technology sector [1]