Manufacturing Biz #6 - Magazine - Page 8
Manufacturing Biz
FOCUS ON A WORLD AT WAR
Manufacturers on U.S.
Military Operations in Iran
F
ollowing the announcement of the
United States military operations
in Iran, National Association of
Manufacturers President and CEO Jay
Timmons backed the action.He released
a statement saying: “Manufacturers in the
United States have always stood ready when
our nation calls. From serving as the Arsenal
of Democracy to equipping those who
defend freedom today, our industry has the
capacity to support U.S. objectives across
multiple theatres and sustained
operations. Today, manufacturers honour the
courage and commitment of the men and
women in uniform who stand watch and
carry out this mission.“Since November 4,
1979, the United States has endured hostility
and terrorism from a rogue government in
Tehran. Time and again, the Iranian regime
has sponsored international terrorism,
destabilised its region, violated the rights
of its own people and disrupted legitimate
commerce and maritime security.“Through
Operation Epic Fury, President Trump
has initiated major combat operations with
these stated objectives:
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Eliminating imminent threats posed by
the regime,
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Preventing Iran from developing
nuclear weapons,
Neutralising military infrastructure
that threatens regional and global
security,
Countering destabilising regional
aggression, and
Supporting the Iranian people’s right
to determine their own future.
“At moments of consequence, national
unity matters. Congress should fully engage
to ensure clarity of mission, alignment of
authority and the sustained support of the
American people.
“We also call upon allied governments
and partner business associations around
the globe to stand together to
protect regional stability, safeguard
global commerce and reinforce the collective
resolve that keeps peace through credible
strength.
“When security, commerce and liberty are
threatened, the United States must lead
with strength, resolve and the support of its
people.”
The National Association of Manufacturers
is the largest manufacturing association in
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“When security,
commerce and liberty are
threatened, the United
States must lead with
strength, resolve and the
support of its people.”
the United States, representing small and
large manufacturers in every industrial
sector and in all 50 states.
Manufacturing employs nearly 13 million
men and women,
contributes $2.95 trillion to the U.S.
economy annually and accounts for
53% of private-sector research and
development. The NAM is the powerful
voice of the manufacturing community
and the leading advocate for a policy
agenda that helps manufacturers compete
in the global economy and create jobs
across the United States.
