Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:51pm on 12 Jan 2026,Monday India Global
Sergio Gor officially assumed his role as US ambassador-designate to India and special envoy for South and Central Asia during a ceremony in New Delhi. His entrance featured the 1966 soul classic "Hold On, I'm Comin'" by Sam & Dave, drawing cheers from attendees. Gor emphasized that President Trump's friendship with Prime Minister Modi is genuine, stating "real friends can disagree but always resolve differences." His appointment comes amid strained India-US relations over Trump's claims of brokering an India-Pakistan ceasefire after Operation Sindoor and imposing 50% tariffs on Indian imports for purchasing Russian oil. Gor expressed hope for a presidential visit within one-two years, highlighting the partnership between the world's oldest and largest democracies. (PC: X)
