On the recordNovember 13, 2018
To close. Let me again thank Mr. Castro for putting forward this timely and important resolution. He has been a valued leader on policy on Asia and policy in Australia. As we look to the future of U.S.-Australia relations over the next 100 years, I am confident that our countries will be able to expand our close collaboration in the critical domain of space exploration and research. This resolution commends the Government of Australia for constituting the Australian Space Agency, which lays the foundation for our bilateral cooperation in space. It also underscores America's interests in prioritizing space cooperation in the years to come and in doing it with a good friend in Australia. I support the passage of this resolution. I encourage my colleagues to do the same, and I yield back the balance of my time.
