'India To Be Invited To Pax Silica': US Envoy Sergio Gor Stresses Engagement Between Two Sides

Last Updated:January 12, 2026, 12:34 IST

Sergio Gor announced that India will be invited to join Pax Silica, a US-led strategic initiative aimed at securing supply chains from critical minerals to advanced manufacturing.

New Delhi: US Ambassador-designate to India Sergio Gor addresses the media (Photo: PTI)

US ambassador-designate to India Sergio Gor on Monday announced that India will be invited to join Pax Silica, a US-led strategic initiative aimed at securing critical supply chains spanning silicon, advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence.

Gor, who recently arrived in New Delhi, sought to emphasise continued engagement between the two sides.

“Real friends can disagree but always resolve their differences," he said, adding that “both sides continue to be actively engaged."

Reiterating the United States’ intent to move forward on economic negotiations, Gor said, “We are determined to get a trade deal," and indicated that talks would continue without pause.

“The next round of calls on trade will happen tomorrow," he said.

In a significant strategic signal, Gor announced India’s inclusion in Pax Silica, describing it as a key US-led initiative spanning the entire high-technology ecosystem.

“Pax Silica is a US-led strategic initiative, from critical minerals to advanced manufacturing," he said.

“Today, I am pleased to announce India will be invited to join the grouping," he added.

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