Pax Silica: US-Led Tech Alliance Set to Invite India
Why in the news
According to Sergio Gor, the incoming US Ambassador to India, New Delhi will receive an invitation next month to become part of Pax Silica.
Key facts
- Pax Silica is a multilateral initiative led by the United States.
- Started in December 2025.
- Purpose: build secure, resilient and trusted technology supply chains despite geopolitical and trade disruptions.
- India’s status: to be invited, as announced by the US envoy.
Focus areas and members
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focus 1 | Semiconductor supply chains |
| Focus 2 | Critical minerals |
| Focus 3 | Artificial intelligence |
| Initial members | UAE, Israel, the Netherlands, the U.K., Singapore, South Korea, Australia, Japan |
Exam angle
- Lead country: United States.
- Three pillars: chips, critical minerals, AI.
- India is not yet a member; the invitation was announced by Ambassador Sergio Gor.