Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:51pm on 12 Jan 2026,Monday India Global
US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor declared no country is more essential to America than India, announcing trade deal talks resume Tuesday. Speaking at the US Embassy in Delhi, Gor confirmed President Trump may visit India within one-two years, emphasizing Trump's "real" friendship with Prime Minister Modi. He stated "real friends can disagree but always resolve differences," addressing recent tensions. Gor announced India will join the Pax Silica alliance as a full member next month, a US-led initiative for secure silicon supply chains. He acknowledged trade negotiations are challenging given India's massive population but expressed determination to finalize the deal. Both nations collaborate on security, counter-terrorism, energy, technology, education, and health beyond trade. (PC: AFP)
