Indo-U.S. defence partnership continues to grow stronger: U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor

U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor emphasizes the strengthening Indo-U.S. defense partnership crucial for a secure Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor and Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Indian Army's Western Command headquarters on Monday (February 16, 2026) and held discussions with Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar on strategic security dynamics along India's Western Front.

Mr. Gor said the U.S.-India defence partnership continues to grow stronger. He said the joint efforts of the two countries are key to a safe Indo-Pacific.

"US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor @USAmbIndia and #USINDOPACOM Commander, Adm Samuel J. Paparo, @sjpaparo visited HQ Western Command and held substantive discussions with Lt Gen #ManojKumarKatiyar, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, Army Commander, #WesternCommand, on strategic security dynamics along India's Western Front," the Western Command of the Indian Army said in a post on X.

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in a group photo during his visit to Western Command – Indian Army, in New Delhi | Photo Credit: @X/USAmbIndia via ANI

The Western Command headquarters is located in Chandimandir in Haryana's Panchkula.

The delegation was comprehensively briefed on the Western Front perspective, including operational preparedness, distinguished legacy, the execution of Operation Sindoor and the pivotal role being played by the Indian Army in nation-building and strengthening regional stability, the post on X said.