[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 61 (Monday, April 16, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H3330]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                      VIII SUMMIT OF THE AMERICAS

  (Mr. STEWART asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. STEWART. Mr. Speaker, the VIII Summit of the Americas was held 
this past weekend, April 13 and 14. These gatherings of government 
leaders in the Western Hemisphere are only held once every 3 years. 
While together, they discuss common policy issues; they affirm shared 
values; and they commit to address challenges facing the Americas. This 
year the summit was held in Lima, Peru.
  Two years ago, I cofounded the Congressional Caucus on Peru with my 
colleague from New York, Mr. Meeks. I launched the caucus to not only 
strengthen the U.S.-Peruvian relationship, but also because Utah has 
such a special relationship with Peru. Peruvians are the second largest 
immigrant group in Utah, and approximately 40,000 are living in our 
State. Given that Peru is a major player in trade, education, and 
technology in Latin America, I strongly believe that it is critical 
that we maintain a strong connection.
  As co-chair of the Peruvian Caucus and a supporter of stability in 
the region, it was wonderful to see these world leaders commit to 
strengthening democracy, while also fighting against corruption and 
human rights violations. I look forward to continued cooperation among 
American nation-states.
  I was recently in the region. It is a beautiful place with beautiful 
people, but they are facing severe challenges, and we want to support 
them.

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