U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Sergio Gor, a native of the former Soviet Union’s Uzbekistan, as the U.S. ambassador to India and special envoy for South and Central Asian affairs. Gor, who has served in the Trump administration as Director of Presidential Personnel, is described as one of the president’s most trusted advisers. Trump highlighted Gor’s loyalty and role in delivering on the administration’s agenda, framing the appointment as a signal of strong U.S. commitment to the region.