Washington, April 1 (NationPress) The United States is strategically positioning India as a crucial element in its long-term global agenda, with Ambassador Sergio Gor detailing a broad framework that encompasses defense, trade, and emerging technologies.

Gor, who serves as the current US Ambassador to India, stated that Washington is focused on enhancing its collaboration with New Delhi, with the goal of evolving the bilateral relationship into what he categorizes as the defining strategic partnership of the 21st century.

In an interview with Span magazine, Gor highlighted that his diplomatic approach is influenced by his tenure under former US President Donald Trump, emphasizing a results-driven diplomatic style. “President Trump is the most dedicated individual in politics. He acts swiftly and expects outcomes,” he remarked, noting that his aim is to provide “tangible and beneficial results for the American populace.”

He also stressed the significance of high-level leadership connections, asserting that “President Trump regards Prime Minister Modi as a genuine friend,” a bond that, according to him, fortifies the overall partnership between the two nations.

According to Gor, defense cooperation is the primary pillar of the relationship. He noted the ongoing Major Defense Partnership and a new decade-long framework that broadens collaboration in defense industrial production, scientific research, and operational synergy.

Joint military drills like Malabar, Tiger Triumph, and Cope India continue to improve interoperability between the two nations' armed forces. “These three fundamental elements—diplomacy, defense exercises, and military transactions—ensure robust and ongoing defense collaboration,” Gor stated, expressing optimism about further strengthening these ties.

“My ambition is to evolve the US-India relationship into the defining strategic partnership of the 21st century, one that yields tangible benefits for both countries,” he expressed.

“I want the positive impacts of our partnership to resonate with ordinary citizens—American farmers increasing their exports to Indian markets, joint breakthroughs in energy and healthcare, and both countries’ militaries working seamlessly together to promote a secure Indo-Pacific,” he added.

“The US-India relationship is founded on shared democratic principles, mutual prosperity, and common security interests that will influence the global landscape for generations,” Gor asserted.

On the economic front, Gor pointed out the opportunities for enhanced bilateral trade, referencing India’s expanding infrastructure requirements and its alignment with US capabilities in sectors like energy, aviation, and advanced manufacturing. “In simple terms, we have a mutually beneficial situation ahead of us,” he stated.

He also mentioned the increasing collaboration in securing essential supply chains. Initiatives such as the US-India COMPACT framework and the Pax Silica Declaration aim to enhance resilience in semiconductors, critical minerals, and pharmaceuticals, while minimizing reliance on singular sources.

Artificial intelligence is emerging as another pivotal collaboration area. Reflecting on the recent AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Gor remarked that he experienced “first-hand the boundless potential” of US-India cooperation in this domain. However, he warned against centralized global regulation, stating that “the solution is definitely not to have a global governance board from the UN dictate the uses of AI.”