Washington, June 28: India and the United States are strengthening their partnership in future technologies such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technology, and critical minerals. Senior officials from both countries emphasize that this strategic collaboration is no longer limited to policies but is rapidly advancing towards real projects and the establishment of reliable technology supply chains.
During a high-level roundtable meeting in Washington this week, India’s Ambassador to the U.S., Vinay Kwatra, stated that India and the U.S. complement each other, presenting immense opportunities for collaboration in emerging technologies.
He remarked, “There is a significant opportunity for the U.S. and India to work together on everything from chips to neural networks. India’s mission-driven approach in semiconductors, AI, and quantum technology, combined with the U.S.’s robust innovation ecosystem, paves the way for remarkable collaboration.”
Kwatra added that both nations can jointly create a reliable and strong technological ecosystem while ensuring secure access to critical infrastructure that will empower these emerging technologies.
The roundtable included diplomats, policymakers, and key industry representatives. The main focus of the discussions was on developing robust supply chains in semiconductors, AI, quantum technology, and critical minerals, accelerating AI innovation, and enhancing global economic resilience.
S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, noted that India is rapidly emerging as a trusted partner in the global technology supply chain.
He stated, “India is establishing itself as a reliable and strong technological partner. The country’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem is growing swiftly, and semiconductor fabrication is becoming a reality. Our next phase of the semiconductor mission will continue this momentum.”
Krishnan emphasized that India’s talent, digital public infrastructure, and AI capabilities can develop solutions beneficial not only for India but for the entire world.
K. Nagraj Naidu, Additional Secretary (U.S.) in the Ministry of External Affairs, remarked that India-U.S. relations have evolved into a comprehensive strategic partnership that meets the needs of the 21st century.
He said, “Through initiatives in AI, quantum technology, critical minerals, advanced energy, and reliable supply chains, we are moving from principles to real projects. The private sector will play a crucial role in implementing these plans.”
Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO of the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), stated that microchips and critical minerals will shape the global economy in the coming years.
He noted, “The U.S. and India are in a strong position to create the most trustworthy technological partnership of the 21st century. While governments can establish a framework for cooperation in semiconductors, AI, critical minerals, and quantum technology, the real implementation, innovation, and investment will be the responsibility of the industry.”
This roundtable was organized by the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) in collaboration with the Indian Embassy in Washington and Silverado Policy Accelerator. The event featured Bill Guidera, Deputy Under Secretary for Innovation and Engagement at the U.S. Department of Commerce, and Christopher Saldana, Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Critical Minerals, Materials, and Manufacturing.
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