U.S. and India Near Critical Minerals Supply Chain Agreement, Ambassador Says

Cooperation on critical resources and supply chains seen as key to future global economy

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:33pm

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The United States and India are nearing completion of a key agreement on critical minerals that could strengthen strategic cooperation and secure supply chains between the two countries, according to U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor. Gor said the partnership is not just about trade but also about securing the resources and supply chains that will define the global economy of the future.

Why it matters

Critical minerals are essential for advanced manufacturing, energy systems, and emerging technologies. Reliable and diversified supply chains for these minerals are crucial for both economic growth and national security. The potential agreement between the U.S. and India reflects deepening strategic cooperation between the two countries beyond just trade and market access.

The details

According to Ambassador Gor, the U.S. and India are close to finalizing an agreement that would help secure critical minerals supply chains and support technological and industrial development. Gor also highlighted expanding cooperation in high-technology sectors like semiconductors, as well as the U.S. as a reliable supplier of LNG to help meet India's growing energy needs.

  • The U.S. and India are expected to make a 'big announcement' on the critical minerals agreement within the next few months.

The players

Sergio Gor

The U.S. Ambassador to India who spoke about the upcoming critical minerals agreement between the two countries.

Donald Trump

The President of the United States, who the ambassador said reacted positively to a magazine cover featuring Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Narendra Modi

The Prime Minister of India, who the ambassador said recently inaugurated new facilities in India's semiconductor sector, reflecting growing collaboration between India and the U.S.

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What they’re saying

“The US and India are paying close attention to each other, which reflects something deeper — a partnership that is continuing to grow stronger.”

— Sergio Gor, U.S. Ambassador to India (INDIA New England News)

“This partnership is not just about tariffs or market access, but also about securing resources and supply chains that will define the global economy of the future.”

— Sergio Gor, U.S. Ambassador to India (INDIA New England News)

What’s next

Within the next few months, there will be a big announcement on the critical minerals agreement between the U.S. and India.

The takeaway

The potential agreement on critical minerals supply chains between the U.S. and India reflects a deepening strategic partnership that goes beyond just trade and market access. Securing reliable and diversified supply chains for essential resources will be crucial for both countries' economic growth and national security in the years ahead.