India, March 13 -- US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Friday said Washington and New Delhi are close to finalising a critical minerals agreement, with a major announcement expected in the coming months.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Gor said the agreement would help secure supply chains needed for advanced manufacturing, energy systems and emerging technologies.

"I'm pleased to say that we are moving very close to finalising critical minerals agreements to help secure the supply chains needed for advanced manufacturing, energy systems and emerging technologies. Stay tuned, and in the next few months, we expect a big announcement."

He said the US-India relationship has the potential to reach "historic heights", pointing to rec...