India is set to be invited next month to join a new US-led initiative focused on securing global AI supply chains, according to US ambassador Sergio Gor. The initiative, called Pax Silica, aims to reduce dependence on China by building resilient supply chains for critical AI components. Existing members include key Asia-Pacific allies such as Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Australia, along with Israel.

The move comes despite recent strain in India–United States ties after the US imposed steep tariffs on Indian imports over Russian oil purchases. Gor emphasised India’s strategic importance, strong leadership-level ties, and optimism around ongoing trade negotiations, signalling continued efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation amid geopolitical tensions.