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Implementation Phase
Anticipated start of joint working groups on semiconductor design and critical mineral extraction standards.
Pax Silica Formalization
India officially joins the initiative during the India AI Impact Summit in the presence of high-level US and Indian officials.
USISPF Endorsement
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum issues a statement welcoming the move as a landmark step for economic security.
Industry Analysis
Retail and supply chain experts analyze the implications of Nordstrom's shift toward spend visibility.
Manifest 2026 Presentation
CPO Karoline Dygas outlines Nordstrom's vision for AI-driven procurement and sourcing.
India has officially joined the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, a strategic framework designed to secure semiconductor and AI supply chains. The partnership leverages India's vast rare earth reserves and U.S. technological leadership to build a resilient, trusted ecosystem for critical minerals and high-end manufacturing.
Nordstrom is integrating artificial intelligence into its procurement operations to enhance spend visibility and sourcing agility. Chief Procurement Officer Karoline Dygas highlighted the shift at Manifest 2026, emphasizing AI's role in building a more resilient supply chain.