India's Rising Influence: 'Pax Silica' Invitation & Critical Minerals Meet Highlight Trust

• IT Secretary S Krishnan stated that the 'Pax Silica' invitation and India's participation in a US critical minerals meet reflect New Delhi's image as a trusted partner.
• Krishnan highlighted India's aspiration to become the world's capital for AI use cases as a "legitimate aim" at a Nasscom pre-summit event.
• IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is currently in Washington for a critical minerals meet hosted by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
• The invitation to 'Pax Silica' and participation in the critical minerals meet signify India's recognition as a reliable partner in key value chains.
• India is considered "at the high table" for important issues like critical minerals supply chain, underscoring global trust.

Why It Matters: India's invitations to 'Pax Silica' and critical minerals discussions affirm its growing global trust and influence in AI and resources.