Good morning. I am personally delighted to be back in India, and to see so many friends and partners here today. On behalf of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, it is my pleasure to be here for the opening of India Aviation 2014. I am proud to represent the government of the United States, India's partner country for this important event. I would especially like to thank Minister Singh for inviting me here today.

October 30, 2013 — Good morning. On behalf of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, the U.S.-India Aviation Cooperation Program, and all of our sponsors and supporting organizations, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2013 U.S.-India Aviation Summit.