[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 105 (Thursday, June 15, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H2946]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





      INDIA AND THE UNITED STATES SHARE AN IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIP

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
important relationship between two of the largest democracies in the 
world, the United States and India.
  India and the United States built our relationship on our shared 
values for democracy and freedom, but today it is based on so much 
more. We support India and its emergence as a leading economic power 
and as a vital partner in promoting peace and prosperity for all.
  India has grown exponentially in the 21st century, quickly becoming 
home to one of the fastest growing economies in the world and leading 
innovation in the fields of information technology, communications, and 
agriculture. Consequently, India was named the 2023 president of G20 
where they have and will continue to work to address major issues in 
the global economy.
  Recently, through the U.N., India has declared 2023 the International 
Year of Millets, taking a strong approach on the promotion of important 
issues such as food security and global health.
  The Indian community in Georgia's First Congressional District will 
always have my support in generating good will between our two vibrant 
democracies.
  I extend my best wishes to Prime Minister Modi, and I look forward to 
seeing what the future holds for the United States and India.

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