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Siddharth Aryan retweeted
Securing the foundations of AI together!
Ambassador @AmbVMKwatra, Secretary MeiTY S. Krishnan and Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce Bill Guidera addressed a group of Indian and US companies working on the chips, critical minerals and AI in a closed door round table organised by Embassy along with USISPF and Silverado Policy Accelerator.
Additional Secretary (Americas) Nagaraj Naidu from MEA, USISPF President Mukesh Aghi and DAS Christopher Saldana from DoE also joined the discussions.
Discussions focused on addressing shared barriers for investment, creating durable demand signals, and opportunities for AI collaboration at various levels, including frontier and application.
@USISPForum @SilveradoPolicy @MukeshAghi @SecretaryMEITY @_DigitalIndia @GoI_MeitY @NagNaidu08 @MEAIndia @CommerceGov @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive
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USISPF, in partnership with the @IndianEmbassyUS in Washington, D.C., and the @SilveradoPolicy Accelerator, was proud to host a high-level roundtable on "Securing the Foundations of AI Together: U.S.–India Cooperation from Minerals to Microchips” in Washington, D.C.
Following India becoming the 10th signatory to the historic Pax Silica Declaration at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the discussion brought together diplomats, policymakers from both governments, and industry leaders working on semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, and critical minerals.
This discussion prepared the Indian delegation for the #PaxSilica summit in Washington, D.C. The conversation focused on advancing bilateral collaboration to secure critical supply chains, accelerate AI innovation, and build economic resilience.
USISPF President & CEO Dr. @MukeshAghi kicked off the discussion, highlighting how microchips and critical minerals are the elixir of the modern economy and will define who runs the 21st century.
A special thank you to our esteemed speakers and leaders for driving this vital conversation forward:
👉 H.E. Mr. @AmbVMKwatra, Ambassador of India to the United States
👉 Mr. S Krishnan, @SecretaryMEITY (@GoI_MeitY), Government of India
👉 Mr. Bill Guidera, Deputy Under Secretary for Innovation & Engagement, @CommerceGov
👉 Mr. K. @NagNaidu08, Additional Secretary (Americas), @MEAIndia, Government of India
👉 Mr. Christopher Saldana, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Critical Minerals, Materials, and Manufacturing, U.S. Department of @ENERGY (DOE).
The industry-led conversation was moderated by Ms. Mahnaz Khan, Vice President of Policy Critical Supply Chains, @SilveradoPolicy Accelerator, and Mr. @NoltyTheriot, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy, USISPF.
The future of technology, from EVs and space rockets to advanced AI processors, rests on the strength of the U.S.-India strategic partnership, which is entering a new era of strategic collaboration.
Together, we are working to secure the foundations.
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U.S. Industry Delegation Discusses Private Investment Opportunities in India’s Nuclear Sector with Union Minister @DrJitendraSingh
Union Minister holds Discussions with U.S. Industry Leaders on Nuclear Energy Cooperation
Union Minister says India’s Nuclear Expansion and SHANTI Act Creating New Space for Global Industry Partnerships
India–U.S. Discussions Focus on Private Investment, SMRs and Advanced Nuclear Technologies
Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…
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Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman addressed the Board Members of US-India Strategic Partnership Forum @USISPForum in New Delhi, today.
Outlining the key tenets of the Union Budget 2026-27, FM Smt. @nsitharaman said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi, the Budget reflects the commitment of Government for continuity, certainty and predictability from a policy point of view for businesses and industry to enable them to foster long-term plans and investment commitments.
FM Smt. @nsitharaman especially highlighted the announcements related to reforms across sectors in supporting semiconductors, electronic components manufacturing, Bio Pharma Shakti, Rare Earth Corridors, upgradation of legacy industry clusters, and focus on building and strengthening India’s manufacturing capacity via MSMEs, focusing particularly on medium enterprises and creating champions out of them.
Participants acknowledged the policy efforts being made for supporting the reform momentum and appreciated the commitment towards fiscal discipline, especially in a context of heightened global uncertainty.
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“Wars are fought with industrial capacity and the supply chains to fuel it. The CCP seeks to win its war by depriving the United States the means to wage a kinetic one.” Thank you for the opportunity to testify @HouseForeignGOP @RepYoungKim
Managing Director of Fannon Global Advisors, @frank_fannon:
"The Chinese Communist Party has systematically weaponized its control over critical mineral supply chains as part of a broader strategy to displace the United States as the world's indispensable power."
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USISPF congratulates Hon’ble Minister Shri @HardeepSPuri on the historic passage of The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024.
This landmark legislation marks a transformative step toward enhancing India’s energy security and attracting global investment in upstream exploration.
Read our full statement: ⬇️
Historic day in India’s quest towards energy security and energy self-sufficiency under the dynamic and firm leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji. Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill 2024 successfully passed in Lok Sabha today! Far-reaching amendments made in the existing legislation will further strengthen and propel India’s energy sector under the leadership of PM Modi Ji, and ensure policy stability, international arbitration, extended lease periods etc.
The present global energy scenario and the hydrocarbon landscape has dramatically changed. Hence, there was a need to amend the Act to reflect current realities, national priorities, promote Ease of Doing Business (EoDB), decriminalize provisions and align India’s Exploration and Production (E&P) framework with practices of competing geographies. By virtue of the fact that we are going to rely on conventional energy for some time we need to step up our exploration and production activities. Today’s successful passage of the bill will be a constructive and positive step in this direction. Utilisation of energy is a reasonably good indicator of economic performance. Today we are consuming 5.5 Million Barrels of crude oil in a day. Just three and a half years ago this consumption was 5.0 Million Barrels. If we continue to grow at the rate at which we are, we will go upto 6.5-7.0 Million Barrels Per Day. India’s transformation to being #ViksitBharat will require a large amount of energy in all forms. Steps have been taken to enhance India’s energy exploration and production.
Earlier one million sqkm area of our sedimentary basin used to be a ‘No Go’ area. As a result our import dependence was on a rise. We opened up that one million sqkm out of the 3.5 million sqkm of sedimentary basin to encourage and enhance domestic crude production. This has sent positive signals to prospective investors. 76% of total area under exploration has come under active exploration only since 2014.
@PMOIndia
@PetroleumMin
@PIB_India
@MIB_India
Siddharth Aryan retweeted
Pleasure to join Mr. Sunil Rathi, President of Waaree Solar Americas, in celebrating the production of their first PV module at the Brookshire facility. Waaree Solar Americas Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of India’s Waaree Energies Ltd., offers domestically manufactured high-efficiency PV modules to U.S. power producers. This 1.5 GW capacity facility strengthens the India-U.S. energy partnership and creates local jobs.
Congratulations to the Waaree team on this achievement!
#IndiaUSEnergy #IndiaTexasEnergyPartnership #RenewableEnergy
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🌟 Celebrating a Milestone in U.S.-India Energy Collaboration! 🌟
We congratulate our member, @waareegroup, on producing their first PV solar module at the new Brookshire PV Module Manufacturing Plant in Texas.
This landmark event, held on December 19, 2024, was attended by Consul General of India @dcmanjunath, @sidaryan, Senior Director - Climate, Energy, and Sustainability, USISPF, Waaree’s leadership team, and other distinguished guests.
As the first Indian company to establish PV module manufacturing in the U.S., Waaree’s 1.5 GW capacity facility represents a major stride in bolstering domestic solar production and strengthening the U.S.-India renewable energy partnership.
This milestone highlights Waaree’s leadership in innovation, sustainability, and clean energy transitions, contributing to economic growth and local job creation.
Congratulations to the Waaree team on this remarkable achievement!
@cgihou @hiteshdoshiwaa @amit_paithankar
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Congratulations to Board Member @sumant_sinha, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of @ReNewCorp on being named in the 2024 #TIME100Climate list.
Sumant has worked tirelessly to build up India's clean energy economy, strengthening the country's energy security and a leading voice both in India and globally advocating for policies to help advance energy transition.
I’m deeply honoured to be included on the 2024 #TIME100Climate list, joining a truly inspiring group of individuals dedicated to addressing the climate crisis.
India’s commitment to energy security and ensuring that energy is accessible, reliable, and affordable for all, motivates us to keep going. Our journey to lead the global transition to clean energy is both ambitious and essential, and I’m immensely grateful to my dedicated team at @ReNewCorp who work with me to make this vision a reality.
#ReNewTheFuture
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"India will become the world's #1 economy,’ says @JohnTChambers, Chairman of @USISPForum, in conversation with @ShereenBhan at #CNBCTV18GLS. He highlights India as the fastest-growing economy globally, with confidence in India higher than ever.
He adds that PM @narendramodi and President @realDonaldTrump share a strong friendship, which will help drive U.S.-India growth. 🇺🇸🇮🇳📈
📹Watch the full conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=ZjsOLfgi…
#CNBCTV18at25 @CNBCTV18News
Siddharth Aryan retweeted
What an incredible trip to India! Last week, I met w/ key leaders driving the nation’s rapid transformation into a global economic powerhouse. As @USISPForum Chairman, I believe the strategic partnership b/w the US & India will be the most strategic partnership for years to come.
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It was great being a part of the @USISPForum India Leadership Summit 2024 on strengthening the #USIndiaPartnership, focusing on enhancing trade ties, securing supply chains, & fostering investments in AI & advanced tech contributing to a #ViksitBharat.
@JohnTChambers @MukeshAghi
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At the USISPF Board of Directors India meeting, we were honored to hear from Dr. @rammadhav_, President of @indfoundation.
Dr. Madhav offered profound insights into India’s historical and cultural identity, civilizational strengths, and how these shape India’s view of the world— and subsequently, the world’s view of India.
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The Hon. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman interacted with USISPF Board Members in New Delhi.
As India continues to be the fastest growing major economy, the goal continues to be to build on the ease of doing business environment, attracting more investments from the U.S., investing in skilling for the youth of the country to be future ready for the jobs of tomorrow.
The Finance Minister touched on India’s demographic dividend and growing investments across insurance, housing, clean energy, critical minerals, and the rapid rise of the Indian unicorn and startups in the country.
Our member companies were grateful to the initiatives taken by the Government of India to make India a favorable destination for overseas investors.
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A good interaction with @USISPForum Board of Directors today in Delhi.
Spoke about our plans to create industrial nodes, expanding infrastructure and enhancing skills and talents. Urged participation in our internship program.
Confident that the strategic convergence will be backed by strong 🇮🇳 🇺🇸 business collaboration.
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We are excited to kick off the USISPF India Leadership Summit 2024 in New Delhi with a productive meeting between our Board of Directors and @DrSJaishankar, the Hon. Minister of External Affairs, Government of India.
In a fireside chat with USISPF Chairman @JohnTChambers, Dr. Jaishankar highlighted key ways to strengthen 🇺🇸🇮🇳 strategic and economic ties, emphasizing the natural synergy between the two nations.
He also underscored policy continuity under Prime Minister @narendramodi's leadership and outlined significant opportunities for American investors.
Dr. Jaishankar encouraged Board members to support the “PM’s Internship Scheme” to enhance employability, equip youth with the tools they need to thrive, and foster a skilled workforce ready to meet future challenges.
#USISPFIndiaSummit2024
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That’s a wrap on UNGA 79! Check out ‘Fast Four with D-MR’, where I reflect on the productive discussions and collaborative experiences had in New York City last week. Excited for UNGA 80! #UNGA79 #TBT @UN @StateDept
Siddharth Aryan retweeted
Had the pleasure of addressing @USISPForum’s CEO Roundtable, highlighting the strong trade and investment ties between India and the US. 🇮🇳🇺🇸
Under the leadership of PM @NarendraModi ji, India’s economic growth, thriving manufacturing, and improved ease of doing business offer unparalleled opportunities for global investors.
Invited businesses to join India’s growth journey, fostering stronger bilateral ties and driving global progress.
📍New York
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#UNGA is a reminder that partnership and collective action are required to achieved shared goals. For @USTDA, these are core guiding principles.
ALT I joined US-India Strategic Partnership Forum during UNGA and Climate Week to affirm USTDA’s commitment to partnering with India on climate action, advancing sustainable infrastructure investment in priority areas such as climate and clean energy security. We are building on the vision of PGI and IPEF.
ALT USTDA grant signing ceremony with Africa Finance Corporation during UNGA.
ALT Thank you, Africa Investor, for recognizing USTDA and Investor Leadership Network’s partnership, which is rooted in the goal of transformational change. Our work to mobilize financing for climate-aligned infrastructure will benefit our emerging economy partners and the world.
ALT Sharing how USTDA works with partners like Africa Finance Corporation to mobilize capital and fill the infrastructure finance gap in Africa. On stage with Africa Finance Corporation CEO Samaila Zubairu.