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CPR HOSTS SUCCESSFUL EVENT FOR CONGRESSMAN VAN HOLLEN

On June 22nd, the Council on Pakistan Relations hosted a successful event for Congressman Van Hollen (D-8th).  The event was well attended by a diverse and active group of Pakistani Americans in the Washington D.C. area.

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The purpose of the event was to discuss U.S.-Pakistan relations, with a focus on trade given the Congressman’s leadership role on this issue.  The son of a Foreign Service Officer, Congressman Van Hollen was born in Karachi.  Last year, he sponsored legislation to give Pakistan greater access to the U.S. market through the Reconstruction Opportunity Zones (ROZs) legislation.  He has also worked hard to engage the Pakistani American community and hear their views on what the U.S. can do in Pakistan to improve America’s image in the country and ensure that U.S. assistance reaches the people of Pakistan.

During the question and answer session, Congressman Van Hollen expressed support for CPR’s objectives.  He welcomed CPR’s support in advancing the ROZ legislation as well as the Council’s efforts to give the Pakistani American community a greater voice in Washington on issues important to us.  Members of the community pointed out some of the shortfalls of the legislation and the Congressman expressed his willingness to take this into account during the reconciliation process between the house and Senate version of the bill.  The Council on Pakistan Relations is proud to support Congressman Van Hollen.

CPR will be following up with Congressman Van Hollen’s office on these and other issues of importance to our community.  The Council would like to acknowledge Mr. and Mrs. Currier for graciously hosting the event at their residence.

CONTACT: Mahera Rahman
June 12, 2010 mahera@pakistanrelations.org
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