India has secured a major diplomatic success with the United States granting a six month waiver on sanctions related to the Chabahar Port project in Iran. The decision comes as both nations engage in ongoing trade discussions aimed at strengthening economic ties. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed the development during a press briefing. The move echoes the earlier exemption given during Donald Trump’s first presidential term, which had allowed India to continue work on the port. Recently, Washington had reimposed restrictions as part of its strategy to pressure Iran over its nuclear ambitions. Palki Sharma explains what this renewed waiver means for India’s regional interests and its growing partnership with the US.
