US Lawmakers Highlight India's Investment Role Compared to Pakistan in US Relations

At a January 12 event hosted by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies, US Congressman Rich McCormick contrasted India and Pakistan's economic ties with the United States, noting that India both brings and takes investments while Pakistan does not contribute significantly to US investment flows despite its large population. McCormick highlighted India's growing middle class and talent supply, warning that alienating India could harm US interests. Democratic Congressman Ami Bera emphasized the ongoing strategic and economic partnership between the US and India, noting US companies prioritize investments in India over Pakistan despite trade frictions.