New Delhi marked a pivotal moment in global tech alliances on Friday by officially joining the Pax Silica initiative. This US-led effort aims to fortify semiconductor manufacturing and advanced technology supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions.
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, US Ambassador Sergio Goor hailed India’s entry as a ‘strategically vital step.’ He emphasized that Pax Silica will shape the 21st-century economic and technological order, positioning India as a key player with its vast talent pool and ability to challenge global rivals.
Goor spotlighted India’s growing prowess in processing critical minerals, noting active US collaboration in this domain. ‘Washington is ready to share trusted technologies with New Delhi, which grasps the geopolitical realities of the region,’ he affirmed.
The ambassador praised the summit’s impact, underscoring abundant opportunities between the two nations. ‘We’re eager to pursue them,’ he added.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw echoed the optimism, declaring heightened global trust in India. ‘We boast a massive reservoir of talent and have steered our foreign policy to sustain that confidence,’ he stated during the event.
Vaishnaw highlighted the Pax Silica agreement’s signing as crucial for building a complete semiconductor ecosystem in India, encompassing supply chains, manufacturing, and chip design. This will supercharge the electronics and semiconductor sectors.
‘Ten plants are already operational, more are underway, and commercial production at the first semiconductor facility is imminent. India is designing cutting-edge 2-nanometer chips, fostering a full ecosystem. Pax Silica will play a starring role, benefiting our youth,’ Vaishnaw elaborated.
India’s involvement promises deeper ties with advanced economies, fresh investments, and a resilient supply chain, cementing its tech leadership.