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US envoy Sergio Gor joins Trump at Independence Day events amid India outreach

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US envoy Sergio Gor joins Trump at Independence Day events amid India outreach

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US envoy to India Sergio Gor joined President Donald Trump for celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American Independence, including a trip to Mount Rushmore and other events. Gor, who arrived in Washington last week, has also been meeting senior members of the Trump administration and lawmakers during the visit. Several of these interactions touched on India and South Asia. India is a vital Pax Silica partner-driving pro-innovation regulation, trusted AI infrastructure, and resilient supply chains. We look forward to continuing to build trusted ecosystems that will power the AI economy for decades to come." He also met Mast and Huizenga and discussed issues related to India. Had an excellent meeting focused on India and South Asia alongside Congressman Bill Huizenga. Both are true patriots." Before taking up the assignment as ambassador to India in January, Gor was Director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office, which is responsible for key appointments in the Trump administration. At the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Summit, political strategist and Trump supporter Al Mason introduced him as an "exceptionally talented friend" chosen by the President to reset ties with India. Relationships are his operating system." According to Mason, Gor conveyed three basic truths to Prime Minister Modi: "President Trump respects India's rise, President Trump admires Prime Minister Modi's leadership, and President Trump wants a stronger India-US relationship." Mason also credited Gor with helping restore momentum to the India-US relationship following his appointment as ambassador. The visit brought together Independence Day celebrations, meetings with top administration figures and lawmakers, and public praise from Trump allies for Gor's role in India-US ties.

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