US Eyes India as Strategic Partner Amid Pax Silica Exclusion

The United States views India as a potential key partner in supply chain security initiatives, despite India's exclusion from the US-led Pax Silica initiative. Ongoing dialogues focus on strengthening economic security collaboration between the two nations, particularly in the silicon supply chain crucial to advanced technologies.

The United States considers India a crucial potential partner in efforts to bolster supply chain security, despite India's recent exclusion from the Pax Silica initiative led by Washington. This follows ongoing discussions aimed at enhancing economic security collaboration, as highlighted by Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg.

Launched last week, Pax Silica involves countries such as Japan, South Korea, and the UK, focusing on the vital silicon supply chain necessary for semiconductor manufacturing and advancing technology. India was notably absent from this group, though US officials have denied any political motivations behind this decision.

However, the US remains keen to engage with India in economic matters and supply chain security, with Helberg actively communicating with Delhi officials. Plans to fortify bilateral collaboration were discussed, emphasizing India's role in future initiatives to advance technology and innovation.

(With inputs from agencies.)