Global Diplomacy Overshadowed by Bribery Allegations Against Adani

During a meeting with US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi refrained from discussing the bribery charges against Gautam Adani. The allegations accuse Adani of a multi-million-dollar bribery scheme. A recent executive order by President Trump has paused FCPA enforcement, impacting ongoing investigations into Adani's activities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to the United States, chose to sidestep discussions on the serious bribery allegations facing Indian tycoon Gautam Adani, even as the case remains a hot topic in diplomatic circles.

The bribery charges assert that Adani and his associates were involved in a $250 million scheme to bribe Indian officials for favorable solar power contracts—a charge the Adani group has denied. As Modi avoided the topic, US President Donald Trump issued an executive order to pause the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), which directly influences the investigation into the Adani group.

The move by President Trump is seen as a temporary relief for the Adani group, shifting focus on a six-month review period by the Department of Justice before any new guidelines are issued. The evolving situation poses questions on the future of global business practices and diplomatic relations between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)