Watch: What is Pax Silica?

Why in news

India has formally joined Pax Silica, a U.S.-led initiative aimed at securing artificial intelligence supply chains and mitigating strategic vulnerabilities related to China's dominance.

Background

Pax Silica is a U.S.-led initiative focused on artificial intelligence and secure supply chains. India's participation signals a reset in India-U.S. relations following a turbulent year.

Facts for Prelims

• FactPax Silica is a U.S.-led initiative focused on AI and secure supply chains.
• PlaceIndia joined the initiative in February 2026.
• FactThe initiative specifically targets vulnerabilities caused by China's dominance in critical technology sectors.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how initiatives like Pax Silica reflect the evolving dynamics of 'friend-shoring' in global technology supply chains and India's strategic positioning in the US-China rivalry.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Geopolitical realignment: Shift from globalized supply chains to 'trusted' corridors to counter China's tech hegemony
• Strategic autonomy: Balancing deep integration into U.S.-led tech frameworks while maintaining independent trade relations
• Technological sovereignty: Addressing vulnerabilities in AI infrastructure and critical mineral dependencies

Keywords: Friend-shoring · Strategic Autonomy · Supply Chain Resilience · Technological Hegemony · Geopolitical Realignment

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