“India’s entry in Pax Silica is not just symbolic, it’s strategic and essential. That strength, that sovereignty, is exactly what Pax Silica amplifies,” Gor said. While India has concerns over China’s involvement in India’s critical infrastructure, such as telecom, the West has worries over extreme dependence on China. Measures under Pax Silica would also include “pursuing new joint ventures and strategic co-investment opportunities”. India’s entry in Pax Silica comes with considerable investments committed by US companies in Indian AI infrastructure last month alone.

Source: Indian Express February 20, 2026 07:50 UTC