US 'Very Excited' to Bring India into Pax Silica Framework, Cites 'Positive Momentum'

• US extends invitation to India to join Pax Silica initiative for supply chain security, with a major signing expected soon.
• Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg highlights India's potential to rival China in human talent and its large mining operations.
• Pax Silica, launched in December 2023, aims to build a secure silicon supply chain from critical minerals to AI infrastructure.
• India was not part of the initial group of signatories but discussions for its inclusion began swiftly in January.
• US and India also reached a framework for an Interim Agreement on trade, reducing tariffs on various goods.