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On the recordOctober 4, 2021
I share your concern regarding the role of China at the IDB and if confirmed, I will exercise the United States' voice and vote at the IDB in partnership with like-minded countries to uphold IDB's strategic priorities--social inclusion equality, productivity and innovation, and regional economic integration--along with a focus on transparency and strong governance to achieve sustainable economic development across the region as well as broader U.S. interests.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes U.S. leadership at the IDB to counter China's influence.

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