[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 104 (Wednesday, June 14, 2023)] [House] [Page H2926] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING IMPORTANCE OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN UNITED STATES AND INDIA (Mr. POSEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, last year marked the 75th anniversary of India's independence. The growing importance of the relationship between India and the United States cannot be overstated. Our shared commitment to democracy and economic freedom serves to build peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and challenge an increasingly aggressive China. Robust cultural, educational, and professional programs play a key role in strengthening our partnership in science, technology, education, medicine, cybersecurity, civil nuclear energy, and so much more. Americans of Indian descent are an important part of the fabric of American life, including friends like Mike Shaw, who immigrated decades ago with less than $100 in his pocket. Today, Mike is a very successful entrepreneur who has created a strong business and thousands of jobs. This is a relationship to be celebrated as we welcome India's Prime Minister to Washington, D.C., next week. ____________________