In politics, as in international relations, there are no permanent friends—only permanent interests. US President Donald Trump, however, seems to operate on the principle of “use-and-throw-away” friends, forgetting that statecraft is not a game of musical chairs. Nations forge relationships not on the whims of individual leaders but on shared interests, long-term goals, and global responsibilities. India and the United States have a great deal in common: vibrant democracies, a free press, a large population, and unmatched pools of scientists and technologists. These complementarities should have been the solid bedrock of bilateral ties. Instead, the relationship is often hijacked by transactional rhetoric, such as Trump’s claim that he........

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