India has officially joined the US-led Pax Silica initiative, a global coalition aimed at securing supply chains for artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and critical technologies. The announcement came on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, highlighting closer ties between New Delhi and Washington amid rising global tech competition.
Pax Silica, launched by the US in December 2025, seeks to create resilient technology ecosystems among allied nations, reducing reliance on potentially hostile sources and addressing market concentration in areas like critical minerals and semiconductor manufacturing. The initiative spans the entire tech supply chain — from raw materials to advanced manufacturing and AI infrastructure.
India’s inclusion follows months of diplomatic talks and builds on recent trade agreements that eased tariffs on Indian exports to the US, boosting economic and technological collaboration. Senior officials from both countries, including Indian Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg, were present at the signing.
US officials say India’s participation adds a fast-growing digital economy, a large tech talent pool, and emerging semiconductor capabilities to the alliance. Experts note that India’s engineering expertise and strategic position in global supply chains make it a vital partner for building a secure and innovation-driven technology ecosystem.
Industry leaders have welcomed the move. Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized that secure supply chains are crucial for expanded cooperation and highlighted planned investments in infrastructure, including subsea cables and enhanced digital connectivity, as part of US-India tech collaboration.
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