Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador-Designate Sergio Gor In New Delhi, Discusses Strengthening Ties

US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor arrived in India on Saturday (11 October) and met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss deepening the strategic partnership between the two nations.

Officials at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) received him upon arrival, reported The Economic Times.

The US Embassy confirmed that Gor will formally present his credentials at a later date, which has not yet been determined.

Before traveling to India, Gor attended Diwali celebrations hosted by the Indian Embassy in the United States at India House.

Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra shared on X, "Pleasure to host Ambassador and Special Envoy to the President @SergioGor yesterday at India House for Diwali celebrations before his visit to India."

Gor previously met Jaishankar on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session in New York on 24 September.

The US State Department later tweeted, "US Special Envoy for South and Central Asia and Ambassador Nominee to India Sergio Gor met with India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly. They look forward to further promoting the success of the US-India relationship."

During his Senate confirmation hearing on 12 September, Gor highlighted the "deep friendship" between US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a unique strength in advancing bilateral ties.

He said, "India is a strategic partner whose trajectory will shape the region and beyond. India's geographic position, economic growth, and military capabilities make it a cornerstone of regional stability and a critical part of promoting prosperity and advancing the security interests that our nations share."

He added, "As Secretary Rubio said, India is one of the most important relationships our nation has in the world. If confirmed, I will prioritise deepening defence and security cooperation with India."

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