New Delhi, February 20, 2026 (PIB Delhi):
On the fifth day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, India formally joined the Pax Silica alliance, marking a significant milestone in deepening strategic technology and supply chain cooperation between India and the United States. The signing ceremony brought together senior government officials from both countries, reflecting a shared commitment to securing the full technology stack that powers the AI-driven global economy.
Pax Silica is envisioned as a strategic coalition of trusted nations committed to safeguarding the entire “silicon stack” — from critical minerals and semiconductor manufacturing to advanced AI systems and deployment infrastructure. The initiative aims to reduce excessive concentration in global supply chains, prevent economic coercion, and ensure that emerging technologies are developed and governed by open, democratic societies.
Addressing the gathering, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw described the moment as far more than a formal agreement. “We are not just hosting a summit; we are building the future,” he said, emphasizing that new foundations and opportunities are being created for the younger generation.
Highlighting the power of compounding growth since Independence, he noted that India’s trajectory demonstrates the transformative impact of sustained development. Underscoring the country’s expanding semiconductor capabilities, he stated that Indian engineers are currently designing some of the world’s most advanced two-nanometre chips. He added that the semiconductor industry will require nearly one million new skilled professionals, presenting a major opportunity for India.
U.S. Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jacob Helberg termed the declaration “not merely an agreement on paper, but a roadmap for a shared future.” Referring to the democratic foundations of both nations, he asserted that the partnership rejects weaponized interdependence and economic blackmail, affirming that economic security is national security.
Echoing similar sentiments, U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described India’s entry into Pax Silica as both strategic and necessary. He remarked that Pax Silica is designed to secure the full silicon stack — from the mines extracting critical minerals to fabrication facilities producing chips and data centers running cutting-edge AI systems.
Following the signing, a high-level dialogue was held in the presence of MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, Ambassador Sergio Gor, CEO of Micron Technology Sanjay Mehrotra, and CEO & MD of Tata Electronics Randhir Thakur. The discussion emphasized the strategic convergence between AI ambitions and semiconductor resilience.
Reiterating India’s coordinated approach across AI, semiconductors, and critical minerals, Secretary Krishnan stressed the importance of building strong collaborations with trusted partners that share common values, positioning India as a central player in the future global technology ecosystem.
