[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13160]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                INDIA REGULATIONS HURT AMERICAN BUSINESS

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                         HON. DAVID G. REICHERT

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 2013

  Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, over the last year, the Indian Government 
has taken troubling actions which have come at the expense of American 
jobs and Indian consumers. India in an important strategic partner and 
that's why what has happened of late has been so concerning.
  India has not only imposed regulations that prevent many American 
businesses from entering the Indian market but has failed to respect 
internationally recognized intellectual property rights.
  These policies hinder a growing trade relationship that holds 
significant potential. For Washington, goods exports to India reached 
$1.3 billion in 2012. If current barriers to trade are removed, this 
number would be much higher.
  India represents a great opportunity, but investment cannot come at 
such a high cost to American businesses, farmers, and workers.
  A level playing field is truly in the best interest of both of our 
economies.

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