US-India Roundtable in Washington Focuses on Semiconductors, AI, Quantum Technologies and Critical Minerals

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), in partnership with the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C., and the Silverado Policy Accelerator, hosted a high-level roundtable titled “Securing the Foundations of AI Together: U.S.–India Cooperation from Minerals to Microchips” in Washington, D.C.

The event followed India becoming signatory to the Pax Silica Declaration at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. It brought together diplomats, policymakers from both governments, and industry leaders working on semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, and critical minerals. The discussion served as a precursor to the Indian delegation for the Pax Silica summit in Washington, D.C., with a focus on advancing bilateral collaboration to secure critical supply chains, accelerate AI innovation, and build economic resilience.

USISPF President and CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi opened the discussion, stating that microchips and critical minerals are the elixir of the modern economy and will define who runs the 21st century.

Speakers included:
- H.E. Mr. Vinay Kwatra, Ambassador of India to the United States
- Mr. S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
- Mr. Bill Guidera, Deputy Under Secretary for Innovation & Engagement, U.S. Department of Commerce
- Mr. K. Nagaraj Naidu, A...