Sergio Gor ‘takes charge’ as U.S. Ambassador to India, says India to be invited to Pax Silica initiative

Sergio Gor, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to India, took charge in Delhi on Monday, January 12, 2026. He pledged to strengthen ties between the two democracies and announced plans for a trade deal with India. Gor also revealed that India will be invited to join Pax Silica, a new U.S.-led initiative focused on securing global silicon supply chains. He emphasized the importance of their relationship, stating that "real friends disagree but always resolve their differences."