After being excluded from a US-led coalition that would help member countries better navigate technology and other supply chain issues named Pax Silica, it looks like India may very well be receiving an invite to join the initiative.
Reportedly, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor assumed charge in New Delhi on Monday and said India and the United States continue to “actively engage” on trade issues, with the next round of talks expected as early as tomorrow.
Pax Silica is a US-led international initiative aimed at strengthening and securing global technology supply chains, particularly in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and related critical components such as silicon. The initiative brings together allied nations, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Israel, Australia, and recently Qatar and the UAE, to coordinate on technology supply chain issues.
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Rather than a formal treaty or defensive alliance, Pax Silica functions as a coalition framework for cooperation in technology, critical minerals, and advanced computing. The initiative reflects a broader U.S. strategy to maintain technological leadership amid geopolitical competition, particularly with China.
Reportedly, Gor also added that India will be invited next month to join Pax Silica as a full member signalling a major expansion of India–US cooperation in semiconductors, AI and critical supply chains.
“Today, I am pleased to announce that India will be invited to join this group of nations as a full member next month,” Gor said.
“As the world adopts new technology, it is essential that India and the United States work hand in hand from the very start of this initiative,” he said.
The potential inclusion of India in Pax Silica marks a significant development in global technology diplomacy and reflects the growing importance of multilateral collaboration in securing critical supply chains.
Expanding the initiative to include new partners underscores the recognition that technological resilience cannot be achieved unilaterally; it requires coordinated efforts across borders to mitigate vulnerabilities in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and other strategic sectors.
This move signals a shift toward more integrated global planning, where trusted partners share best practices, investment strategies, and risk management approaches to ensure continuity in essential industries.
India’s prospective membership also highlights the strategic dimension of technology alliances. Beyond economic and industrial considerations, such coalitions serve as tools for reinforcing geopolitical alignment and mutual support among nations navigating an increasingly competitive technological landscape.
Participation in initiatives like Pax Silica can provide member countries with greater leverage in shaping standards, influencing policy frameworks, and driving innovation collectively, rather than in isolation.
More broadly, the initiative reflects a trend toward proactive management of supply chain dependencies, emphasizing the intersection of technology, national security, and international cooperation.
As the initiative evolves, it remains uncertain how India’s membership will influence decision-making, project prioritization, and overall governance within Pax Silica. The full long-term impact of expanded membership on regional technology dynamics and global supply chain resilience also remains to be seen.
The timing and scope of India’s integration into Pax Silica could also influence broader international partnerships, trade negotiations, and investment flows in critical technology sectors. It is not yet clear how quickly India will fully participate in joint projects, or which areas of the supply chain will see immediate collaboration versus longer-term planning.