Shubhanshu Shukla’s Journey Showcases US-India Space Cooperation, Says Sergio Gor

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor met Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Sunday and pointed to his journey as evidence of the deepening partnership between India and the United States in space exploration.

Enjoyed meeting @gagan_shux, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the @Space_Station. From training at @NASA to piloting @Axiom_Space’s Ax-4 mission, his journey showcases U.S.-India space cooperation at its best. pic.twitter.com/X1InUYpweo

— Ambassador Sergio Gor (@USAmbIndia) September 6, 2026

Gor highlighted Shukla’s training at NASA and his role as pilot of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission to the International Space Station. He said the astronaut’s experience demonstrated the potential of bilateral cooperation in the space sector.

During his visit to Bengaluru, Gor held talks with Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.

The ambassador said cooperation between the two countries in Karnataka was expanding in areas including space technology, artificial intelligence and trade. He further referred to initiatives such as Pax Silica and TRUST, saying these efforts could provide additional avenues for American and Indian companies to work together.

Great to reconnect with Karnataka Chief Minister @DKShivakumar in Bengaluru. U.S.-India ties are gaining momentum in Karnataka across space technology, AI, and trade. Through initiatives like Pax Silica and TRUST, we’re creating opportunities for American and Indian industry… pic.twitter.com/FxUA77e9i8

— Ambassador Sergio Gor (@USAmbIndia) September 6, 2026

Gor had recently welcomed another development in bilateral ties involving the defence industry. He described the planned co-production of the Javelin All Up Round (AUR) in India as an important advancement in the US-India defence relationship.

The initiative involves Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and Tata Advanced Systems Limited.

Gor said the arrangement would create opportunities for US businesses, reinforce America’s defence-industrial base and expand India’s manufacturing strength.

Tata Advanced Systems Limited and the Javelin Joint Venture (JJV), which brings together Raytheon, an RTX business, and Lockheed Martin, have signed an MoU covering Javelin AUR co-production in India.

Lockheed Martin said the JJV assessed several companies on their expertise and capabilities before choosing Tata Advanced Systems as its lead partner for future domestic production.

The developments underline the widening scope of US-India cooperation, spanning human spaceflight, advanced technology, manufacturing and defence.

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