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News India Live, Digital Desk: The battle of the 21st century is now being fought in the field of technology rather than borders. Held in New Delhi on 20 February 2026 ‘India AI Impact Summit’ India formally joined the US-led ‘Pax Silica’ Announced to be a part of the alliance. This agreement is being considered a ‘game changer’ in the field of global politics and technology.
1. What is Pax Silica? (Explainer)
Its name is made up of two words pax (Latin word meaning ‘peace and prosperity’) and Silica (Silicon dioxide, from which semiconductor chips are made).
It is a strategic and economic club of countries that believe that the power of the future AI (Artificial Intelligence), Semiconductor (chips) And Critical Minerals (e.g. Lithium, Cobalt) is contained in. It was launched by America in December 2025.
2. Which countries are its members?
This includes countries like America, Japan, South Korea, Australia, United Kingdom, Israel, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Singapore and Greece. Now with the joining of India, this alliance has become even more powerful.
3. Why is this a ‘masterstroke’ for India?
Revolution in chip manufacturing: India is already working on 10 semiconductor plants. Becoming part of ‘Pax Silica’ will give India direct access to the world’s most advanced (2-nanometer) chip design and manufacturing technology.
Control on China’s bullying: At present China has almost a monopoly on semiconductors and ‘rare earth minerals’. China often ‘blackmails’ the world by stopping their supply. This alliance will create a secure supply chain that will eliminate dependence on China.
Employment Opportunities: According to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav, in the coming times in this sector 10 lakh skilled professionals There will be a need, the biggest benefit of which will be to the Indian youth.
4. ‘No’ to “weaponized dependency”
“Today we say ‘no’ to ‘weaponized dependency,'” US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said at the signing of the agreement. His reference was clearly towards China.
Why the shock to China? India has the third largest reserves of these minerals. India’s engineering capability and America’s technology combined to create such a ‘Trusted Ecosystem’ Will prepare in which there will be no place for China.
5. What will be the impact on your life?
Cheap Electronics: Smartphones, laptops and electric vehicles may become cheaper in the future because the supply chain of their chips and batteries will be secure.
Secure Data: This alliance will also ensure that future AI technology is based on democratic values and is safe from problems like data theft.
