Trump Appoints Close Political Aide Sergio Gor As U.S Ambassador To India | India Ascends
On this week's episode of India Ascends, Trump has named longtime political aide Sergio Gor as the new U.S. ambassador to India, also appointing him as special envoy for South and Central Asia. Though Gor lacks foreign policy experience, he’s a trusted Trump loyalist. His nomination comes amid rising tensions with New Delhi. Tariffs are increasing, trade talks have stalled, student visas for Indians have dropped nearly 50%, and deportations are rising. India’s continued oil imports from Russia remain a major point of contention. Now, Gor is tasked with repairing and reshaping ties with one of America’s key regional partners. The appointment sends a clear message: while the Biden administration left this post vacant for nearly two years, Trump is acting swiftly, naming a loyal ally just six months into his term. NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi brings the latest.
