India Is a Trusted U.S. Partner: Sergio Gor on AI, F-35s & Nuclear Energy

Is India emerging as a key strategic partner for the United States? U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor highlights the growing cooperation between the two countries across artificial intelligence, defence, technology and nuclear energy. Gor credits Prime Minister Narendra Modi's team for India's global AI outreach and says India was among the first 10 countries invited into the U.S.-led PAC Silica initiative, citing trust as a key factor. He also points to the first-ever visit of U.S. F-35 fighter jets to India for a joint exercise as another sign of confidence between the two nations. Looking ahead, Gor sees opportunities in AI development, American technology partnerships and small modular nuclear reactors as India seeks to expand its energy capacity. Watch the full conversation.