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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 12 SPECIAL REPORT January 23, 2026 US Envoy Presents Credentials To Indian President In Midst Of Ongoing Talks To Strengthen Strategic Alliance T he new US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, presented his credentials to India’s President Droupadi Murmu January 14, 2026. Posting the moment on Facebook, Ambassador Gor said, “Today, I presented my credentials as U.S. Ambassador to India to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. I am grateful to President Trump for his trust and confidence, and proud to carry forward his Administration’s priorities. Together, we will strengthen our partnership in security, trade, energy, and technology, build- ing the U.S.-India partnership that will define the 21st century.” This event was preceded by Ambassador Gor’s January 12, welcome ceremony at the US Embassy in New Delhi where hundreds gath- ered to meet and greet him. In his speech, the new US envoy said President Trump had sent his “warm wishes” to the people of India and to their “in- credible Prime Minister,” making a reference to PM Narendra Modi. “I come to this remark- able nation with profound respect and with a clear mission to take the partnership between our two great nations to the next level,” Gor said in a speech dominat- ed by positivity and promise of a bright future for the bilateral rela- tions which are currently under some strain. Recounting his 2013 visit to India, Gor said “the friendly people, the colors, the incredible history, the innovation, and the spirit that I met on that trip over a decade ago, I’ve never forgotten, and I’ve always wanted to come back. And what an incredible way to be back in this incredible nation as your next U.S. Ambassador.” He thanked President Trump for giving him that op- portunity, adding, “I spoke with President Trump just yesterday, and I bring his warm wishes to all the people of India, especially his dear friend, the incredible Prime Minister, His Excellency Prime Minister Modi.” Gor went on to say, “I’ve traveled all over the world with President Trump, and I can attest that his friendship with Prime Minister Modi is real. The United States and India are bound not just by shared interests, but by rela- tionship anchored at the highest levels. Real friends can disagree but always resolve their differences in the end.” One of the newer developments on the friendship between the two nations was a Jan. 14, telephone call between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. According to a July 13, readout provided by the State Depart- ment Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, Rubio congratulated In- dia on enacting the Sustainable Harness- ing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India bill. He expressed interest in capitalizing on this important development to enhance U.S.-India civil nuclear cooperation, expand opportunities for American companies, advance shared energy security goals, and secure critical mineral supply chains. Secretary Rubio and Minister Jaishankar discussed ongoing bilateral trade agree- ment negotiations and their shared interest in strengthening economic cooperation, Pigott’S statement said. They also exchanged perspectives on regional developments, reaf- firming the United States’ and India’s commit- ment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.” On his Facebook account, MEA Jaishankar said, “Just concluded a good conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Discussed trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation, defence and energy. Agreed to remain in touch on these and other issues.” Gor emphasized that both US and India “continue to actively engage” in trade talks, adding an optimistic reminder, “Remember, India is the world’s largest nation, so it’s not an easy task to get this across the finish line, but we are determined to get there.” The US envoy looked to the future as he con- cluded his speech – “In the months and years ahead, it is my goal as Ambassador to pursue a very ambitious agenda. We will do this as true strategic partners, each bringing strength, respect, and leadership to the table.” From News Dispatches PHOTO:FACEBOOK US EMBASSY IN INDIA PHOTO:REUTERS/KEVIN LAMARQUE PHOTO:REUTERS/KEVIN LAMARQUE PHOTO:X.COM @USAMBINDIA Ambassador Sergio Gor presenting his credentials to India’s President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan Jan. 14, 2026. Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stand together at the start of their meeting of the Indo-Pacific Quad at the State Department in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 1, 2025. Ambassador Sergio Gor delivering his speech at the US Embassy in New Delhi Jan. 12. 2026. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a joint press conference with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 13, 2025.