US envoy praises Trump-Modi, nothing more

Though Sergio Gor, the new US ambassador to India, struck an upbeat note about the future relations between both countries in his arrival speech, the optimism seems detached from on-the-ground realities. His effusive praise for Trump-Modi friendship signals continued subservience to personality-driven diplomacy rather than substantive policy. Gor's 'rhetoric' about deepening ties masks America's plan to counter China through India, reducing bilateral relations to strategic convenience. This hollow charm offensive, heavy on superlatives but light on specifics, suggests another four years of style over substance in US-India engagement

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New Delhi, Jan 12: Signalling intent to rebuild strained ties, President Donald Trump's new ambassador to Delhi Monday said that both sides are actively engaged to firm up a trade deal.

"Many of you have asked me for an update on the ongoing trade deal negotiations. Both sides continue to actively engage. In fact, the next call on trade will occur tomorrow,' shared Sergio Gor.

The 38 year old, in his arrival speech, went on to add that no country is as essential as India to the United States.

He announced an invitation to New Delhi for a US-led strategic alliance, known as 'Pax Silica' on critical minerals and artificial intelligence.