<h1>Minister says national economy strong despite US tariffs, touts Japan investment pledge and criticizes opposition obstruction</h1> A government minister asserted that under current national leadership the economy is strong and resilient to global uncertainties, noting a favourable trade balance with the United States and framing recent tensions as cyclical policy shifts rather than permanent damage. The US administration has imposed an additional 25% tariff-bringing total levies to 50%-effective Aug. 27, 2025, on goods tied to India's purchases of Russian oil. The minister highlighted deepening ties with Japan, citing a 10 trillion yen investment pledge and multiple strategic agreements to boost supply-chain resilience. He also criticized the domestic opposition for obstructing parliamentary functioning and pursuing partisan politics.