
New Delhi [India], October 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Sergio Gor, the Ambassador-designate of the United States to India, on Saturday. PM Modi expressed confidence that Gor’s tenure would further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi wrote, “Glad to receive Mr. Sergio Gor, Ambassador-designate of the US to India. I’m confident that his tenure will further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.”
The US Embassy in India officially welcomed Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, who is expected to enhance cooperation between the two nations. The embassy said Gor would meet with Indian government counterparts to discuss opportunities to deepen the strategic partnership and promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous relationship.
In a post on X, the US Embassy stated, “Excited to welcome Ambassador Sergio Gor to India! He will meet with Indian government counterparts to discuss opportunities to further deepen our ambitious strategic partnership and promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous relationship.”
Gor’s first meeting in India took place earlier on Saturday with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, where they discussed the India-US relationship and its growing global importance. Sharing details of the meeting on X, Jaishankar posted, “Pleased to meet Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor of the US today in New Delhi. Discussed the India-US relationship and its global significance. Wish him the best for his new responsibility.”
Gor also met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson noted on X, “Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met US Ambassador-designate to India @SergioGor earlier today. They had a productive exchange on the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and its shared priorities. FS wished Amb-designate Gor all success for his assignment.”
During his Senate confirmation hearing on September 12, Gor highlighted the “deep friendship” between former US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing it as a unique strength in advancing bilateral relations. (ANI)