The Cārvāka Podcast Modi And Trump's Phone Call And Pakistan And Saudi Arabia Defence Pact
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Sep 19, 2025 
Geopolitical analyst Velina Tchakarova joins to explore the intricate dance of global politics. She reveals the genuine rapport between Trump and Modi and how it shapes US-India ties. Delving into the realities of transactional diplomacy, Velina asserts India’s unique role as a bridge-builder amidst great power rivalry. She unpacks Saudi Arabia's defense pact with Pakistan and its potential repercussions on nuclear dynamics. The discussion also touches on India's balancing act between the US, China, and Russia, highlighting a pragmatic approach to international relations.
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Bromance Shapes Big-Power Reset
- Trump and Modi share a personal 'bromance' that accelerates diplomatic resets between the US and India.
- Velina argues personal rapport plus strategic interests made a phone-call rapprochement inevitable.
India's Quiet Back-Channel Response
- Kushal recounts how India quietly handled Navarro's attacks by using back-channel visits and talks with U.S. officials.
- He describes Indian delegations receiving U.S. apologies that 'these guys are crazy' while negotiations continued.
Bad-Cop/Good-Cop Diplomacy Works
- The administration uses a deliberate bad-cop/good-cop public diplomacy to create psychological leverage.
- Velina says this transactional style will persist and reshapes partner perceptions but achieves U.S. aims.