I think we need to get the message out that U.S. investment abroad is a huge booster for the domestic economy.
I am pleased to convene today's hearing of the Foreign Relations Committee entitled 'Economic Statecraft: Increasing Ame...
I look forward, Under Secretary, to working with you to better understand the model that you are using going forward.
Would it make a difference if those standards were African-led and applied on an equal basis?
I want to urge the Senate to pass this legislation as soon as possible.
I think we really need a far deeper dialogue on Africa and need to show far more support politically and economically.
We need a new vision and plan for our relationship with Africa, one that goes far beyond AGOA.
A full third of our global portfolio were in sub-Saharan Africa, more than any other region.
The key thing is getting more U.S. companies to show up. That will do the best job in terms of increasing exports.
I believe that we could adequately deploy additional resources.
I urge the Senate to pass this legislation soon.