On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
The United States has an interest in expanding export opportunities for American companies and securing the benefits of increased imports for the American consumer.
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congress.govBarack Obama: “The United States has an interest in expanding export opportunities for American companies and securing the benefits of…”
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Obama emphasizes the importance of trade with Georgia for U.S. economic interests.
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