WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), co-chair of the Senate India Caucus and chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Eric Garcetti as Ambassador to the Republic of India:

“The relationship between India and the U.S. is a strong one, and one of great strategic, economic, and cultural importance. Founded on shared values, supported by growing economic and trade ties, and strengthened by the Indian diaspora here in the U.S., this partnership continues to hold significant promise for the future. As co-chair of the Senate India Caucus, I am glad that there will finally be a Senate-confirmed ambassador in New Delhi.”

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