New Delhi witnessed a significant diplomatic gathering as US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor hosted a grand welcome reception at his official residence. The event drew high-profile attendees, including India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, underscoring the deepening bonds between the two nations.
Piyush Goyal, sharing moments from the evening on social media platform X, expressed his delight at being part of the celebration. ‘Thrilled to join Sergio Gor’s welcome reception at the US Embassy in India,’ he posted alongside photos. ‘Confident that with the India-US trade agreement, our partnership will reach new heights.’
The reception brought together a diverse group of India’s allies, members of the diplomatic corps, business leaders, and American partners. Over 75 ambassadors joined Ministers Jaishankar and Goyal, creating a vibrant atmosphere of international camaraderie.
Sergio Gor himself took to X to reflect on the occasion. ‘Hosted a fantastic reception tonight at home with India’s dear friends, the diplomatic community, business leaders, and US partners,’ he wrote. ‘Amid our countries’ new trade framework and deepening strategic ties, the real magic happens in these personal moments where trust, ideas, and a shared future take shape. Here’s to the countless possibilities between India and America!’
Gor extended special thanks to Goyal, Jaishankar, and the more than 75 ambassadors present. During the event, he highlighted the Trump administration’s focus on India at the White House. He credited the strong personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump for paving the way for an interim trade deal between the two countries.
‘I’ve been here just over a month, and we’ve already gotten to work,’ Gor stated. ‘The White House is focused on India. Our President is focused on India, and thanks to the friendship between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, we’ve finally been able to get a trade deal done.’
This reception comes at a pivotal time as India and the US navigate evolving global trade dynamics. With ongoing negotiations and strategic alignments, the event symbolizes a commitment to mutual prosperity and security. As both nations look ahead, such interactions lay the groundwork for unprecedented collaboration in trade, technology, and defense.