New Delhi: The United States’ new ambassador, Sergio Gor, has said that India will be invited to join Pax Silica, a U.S.-led strategic initiative. The objective of this initiative is to make global silicon and technology supply chains secure, resilient, and modern. It covers critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, AI infrastructure, logistics, and related technologies. The initiative was launched by the United States on December 12, 2025. Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the UAE, Israel, and Australia are already part of it.
Modern technologies such as AI, 5G, data centers, robotics, and semiconductors are heavily dependent on silicon and other critical minerals. At present, a large share of these resources and supply chains is under China’s control. The core aim of Pax Silica is to reduce this dependence by strengthening supply chains in collaboration with trusted partner countries.
Why is this important for India?
U.S. Ambassador Gor announced that India would be included in the initiative next month, opening up new opportunities to further deepen India–U.S. cooperation in technology and supply chains. This move is expected to be particularly beneficial for India’s semiconductor mission and to strengthen India’s role in global supply chains.
Why this announcement is being called U.S. hypocrisy
Despite the statement about including India in Pax Silica, U.S. policy is being described as hypocritical. Recently, the United States withdrew from more than 60 international organizations and institutions, including the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA). The Trump administration has labeled the International Solar Alliance and 65 other agencies as anti-American, ineffective, or wasteful international organizations.
