Arlington, Va. – Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today congratulated Secretary Marco Rubio for his confirmation to lead the State Department.
“The Aerospace Industries Association congratulates Marco Rubio on his confirmation to serve as Secretary of State. With his experience and deep understanding of the dynamic global landscape, he will be a critical factor in the enduring success of the American aerospace and defense industry as we support U.S. foreign policy, including expanding our commercial and defense support for U.S. allies and partners and broadening America’s economic reach around the world,” Fanning said. “Among our key priorities, we are eager to partner with Secretary Rubio and the Department of State to streamline existing defense trade systems to strengthen security partnerships around the world, which keep our country safe.”
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