Washington DC, June 29 -- In a major endorsement of India's technological prowess, the United States has called India an "indispensable" partner in the global race for technology dominance.

Speaking at the IX USISPF Leadership Summit 2026, US Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jacob Helberg declared that India stands alone globally in its capacity to match China's massive technical talent pool.

The statement highlights a rapidly consolidating tech alliance between Washington and New Delhi, heavily focused on deep-tech collaboration, artificial intelligence (AI), and cross-border developer networks.

Addressing a high-powered audience of policymakers and Fortune 500 tech executives, Helberg emphasis...