Post by : Rameen Ariff

Washington, D.C. — Sergio Gor has taken his oath of office as the United States Ambassador to India, administered by Vice President J.D. Vance at the Oval Office this Monday. At just 38, Gor is now the youngest ambassador to New Delhi in recent memory, positioned to strengthen one of the nation's key international relationships.

In a post on social media, Gor shared his appreciation for President Donald Trump, stating, “I am very much looking forward to being the new U.S. Ambassador to India. Thank you @POTUS @realDonaldTrump! I am truly grateful for this opportunity and committed to honoring the trust you’ve placed in me.”

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, extended his congratulations on Gor’s new role, saying, “Heartfelt Congratulations @SergioGor on being sworn in as the Ambassador to the U.S. in India. I wish you all the best as you embark on your mission to New Delhi.”

His appointment was confirmed by the US Senate in October following President Trump's nomination in August. Gor previously held the position of Director of Presidential Personnel and was designated as Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs.

During the ceremony, President Trump emphasized the importance of the US-India partnership. “I am counting on Sergio to help bolster one of our vital international relationships, specifically our strategic partnership with the Republic of India, which is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations and over 1.5 billion people,” Trump remarked, referring to Gor as an “exceptional” representative for the United States.

In his confirmation hearing, Gor highlighted India’s strategic importance as a partner that shapes both regional and global stability. He pledged to focus on enhancing US interests in trade, security, and diplomatic relations, noting that stronger trade links with India would improve American competitiveness while diminishing China’s economic hold in the region.

The installation of Sergio Gor underscores a renewed emphasis on fostering diplomatic, economic, and strategic connections between the United States and India, signaling the increasing significance of this bilateral relationship in global politics.

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