New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday, reviewing the full spectrum of India–US relations, including trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation, defence and energy. Both sides underlined the importance of maintaining steady engagement to advance shared bilateral and global priorities.
The discussion marked a continuation of high-level diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Washington, with the two leaders agreeing to stay closely connected as talks progress across key sectors. The conversation comes at a time when India and the United States are seeking to stabilise and deepen cooperation amid complex global economic and strategic conditions.
The call took place a day after the new US Ambassador to India assumed charge in New Delhi. The envoy has indicated that senior leaders from both countries could meet next month, signalling momentum in diplomatic outreach. Preparations are underway to take forward discussions on trade negotiations, supply chain resilience and strategic technologies.
A key element shaping recent engagement is the United States’ plan to invite India to join Pax Silica, a US-led strategic initiative focused on securing supply chains linked to silicon, advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation among trusted partners, reduce strategic dependencies and safeguard technologies critical to future economic and national security interests.
Pax Silica reflects a broader shift towards what is being described as a new economic security framework, where resilient supply chains, reliable technology ecosystems and strategic infrastructure are viewed as central to long-term growth and stability. India’s potential inclusion is seen as recognition of its growing role in advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies.
The conversation also comes amid ongoing India–US trade negotiations, which have yet to reach a breakthrough. Several rounds of discussions have taken place over the past year, with both sides reiterating their determination to conclude an agreement. High import duties remain a concern for Indian exporters, even as the US continues to be one of India’s most important trading partners.
Leaders from both countries have previously set an ambitious target of expanding bilateral trade to 500 billion dollars by 2030. While challenges remain, the latest interaction underscored a shared commitment to dialogue, cooperation and long-term partnership across strategic, economic and technological domains.
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