[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 37 (Friday, March 11, 2011)]
[House]
[Page H1730]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         COMMENDING THE WORK OF THE U.S.-INDIA BUSINESS COUNCIL

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend the work 
of the U.S.-India Business Council. Founded in 1975, the primary 
mission of the USIBC is to strengthen bilateral investments and trade 
between our two great nations. America and India now share $50 billion 
in annual trade that mutually benefits both countries. Our two 
democracies--the world's largest and the world's oldest--have held 
joint military exercises, increased two-way tourism, and have engaged 
in bilateral cooperation on many fronts, including the global war on 
terrorism.
  Thanks to the leadership of President Ron Somers, the USIBC, hosted 
by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has grown to 400 member companies 
creating jobs in America. Indian businesses have invested billions 
across the Nation, including Mittal Steel in Georgetown, South 
Carolina. For 36 years, USIBC has opened the doors of American 
businesses in India, creating jobs in both countries as strategic 
partners.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September the 11th in the global war on terrorism.
  I cherish the memory of Addison Morton Graves, who passed away 50 
years ago on March 8.

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