India formally joined the Pax Silica coalition during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, marking a significant step in advancing strategic technology cooperation with the United States and strengthening resilient global semiconductor and artificial intelligence supply chains.
Pax Silica is a strategic coalition of trusted nations committed to securing the entire silicon value chain—from critical minerals and semiconductor manufacturing to advanced AI systems and deployment infrastructure. The initiative seeks to build resilient, diversified, and democratically governed technology ecosystems while reducing dependence on concentrated global supply chains.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, highlighted India's growing role in the global semiconductor ecosystem. He noted that the country's expanding semiconductor capabilities, combined with its engineering talent, position India to play a pivotal role in the next phase of AI-led technological transformation. Emphasising the opportunities ahead, he observed that the global semiconductor industry is expected to require nearly one million skilled professionals, presenting a significant opportunity for India's workforce.
Senior U.S. officials described the agreement as a strategic roadmap for deepening collaboration in economic security, advanced technology, and resilient supply chains. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation across critical minerals, semiconductor fabrication, data infrastructure, and frontier AI technologies while promoting innovation within democratic and trusted partnerships.
Following the signing ceremony, a high-level fireside discussion brought together Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY); Sergio Gor, U.S. Ambassador to India; Sanjay Mehrotra, President and CEO of Micron Technology; and Randhir Thakur, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Electronics.
The discussion highlighted the growing convergence of artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and critical minerals in shaping the future digital economy. The speakers underscored the importance of trusted international partnerships, resilient semiconductor supply chains, and collaborative innovation to support the responsible development and deployment of advanced AI technologies.
India's participation in the Pax Silica initiative reinforces its commitment to building secure, trusted, and resilient technology ecosystems while strengthening international cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and critical digital infrastructure.
