Overview
- Gor, the ambassador-designate and special envoy for South and Central Asia, is expected in New Delhi around January 10, according to reports citing people familiar with the plans.
- Career diplomat Jason P. Meeks is set to join the mission as part of the new leadership team, replacing departing deputy chief of mission Jorgan Andrews.
- The move follows months of tension over U.S. levies tied to India’s Russian oil purchases and reciprocal Indian tariffs that have complicated a proposed trade agreement.
- Gor met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior officials during an October visit and highlighted plans to deepen defence and security cooperation during his Senate hearing.
- Aides say Gor aims to repair ties and explore a presidential visit, though officials have given no timeline and the trade talks remain on hold.