The United States and India are moving closer to finalising a pivotal agreement on critical minerals, which is expected to bolster supply chains and deepen strategic cooperation between the two countries, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Friday. The pact is aimed at supporting energy systems, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technologies crucial to both nations.
Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Gor highlighted that the agreement reflects a broader commitment to translating opportunities into tangible outcomes. “In a few months, both nations will have delivered actual results, reflecting the strong political will to convert cooperation into direct benefits,” he said.
The critical minerals partnership is part of a growing engagement between India and the US that extends beyond conventional trade ties. Gor noted that the collaboration goes far beyond tariffs and market access, focusing instead on securing resources and strengthening supply chains that will shape the global economy in the coming decades.
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The diplomat emphasised that reliable and diversified supply chains for critical minerals are essential not only for economic growth but also for national security. “One of the most important areas of cooperation between our countries is critical minerals. Reliable and diversified supply chains are indispensable to both economic growth and national security,” Gor said.
His remarks follow recent developments in broader US-India economic engagement, including the framework agreed upon for a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), aimed at expanding trade and investment cooperation. The critical minerals pact is expected to complement these efforts by addressing the foundational resources needed for high-tech industries.
Experts note that the deal could have significant long-term implications, as securing a stable supply of essential minerals is increasingly seen as a strategic priority globally. For both nations, this collaboration signals a shift toward closer industrial and technological integration, potentially influencing global supply chain dynamics in the decades ahead.
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