In a formal ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, newly appointed US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor officially presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday. This milestone marks Gor’s formal assumption as the 27th US envoy to India, following his arrival and taking charge in New Delhi on Monday.
The US Embassy confirmed the event, highlighting Gor’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. Speaking at the ceremony, Ambassador Gor expressed profound honor in serving India during this pivotal time for US-India relations. He emphasized advancing shared priorities in defense, trade, technology, and critical minerals, while deepening partnerships between the two great democracies.
Gor wasted no time engaging with the public. On social media platform X, he shared his excitement about joining the dedicated team at the US Embassy in New Delhi. He voiced eagerness to advance President Donald Trump’s priorities and deepen the US-India partnership, expressing optimism about the future under Trump’s leadership.
During a welcome event, Gor addressed ongoing trade negotiations, reassuring stakeholders that discussions remain active. He announced the next round of talks scheduled for Tuesday, acknowledging the complexity of finalizing a deal with the world’s largest democracy but affirming strong resolve. Beyond trade, he stressed collaboration in security, counter-terrorism, energy, technology, education, and health.
Declaring India as America’s most vital partner, Gor outlined an ambitious agenda for his tenure. He aims to foster a true strategic partnership built on mutual strength, respect, and leadership. Highlighting the genuine friendship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump, Gor noted their ability to navigate differences while prioritizing shared interests at the highest levels.
This development signals a renewed focus on robust US-India relations, promising advancements across multiple fronts in the coming months and years.