In a move that has raised questions in New Delhi over the future trajectory of India–US strategic and technology cooperation, the US has announced a new high-technology and supply chain initiative, Pax Silica, while keeping India out of the inaugural grouping.

The US-led initiative brings together Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Australia to build what Washington describes as a secure, resilient and innovation-driven global silicon and artificial intelligence supply chain. Notably, India has been excluded, even as all other Quad members--the US, Japan and Australia--are part of the new framework.

Pax Silica is aimed at reducing dependence on coercive supply chains, particularly in critical minerals, semiconductors,

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