We also welcome the steps which Prime Minister Gandhi has taken since assuming office to accelerate a process of domestic economic reform and liberalization. In addition. the people of the United States welcome the opportunities for educational and cultural exchange. of which the celebration of the Festival of India in the United States this year represents an important part. American society has been deeply enriched as well by the immigration to this country of thousands of Indians who have. in various professions and walks of life. made invaluable contributions to the advancement of American enterprise and who. by their presence. help to strengthen the p3opletopeople friendship we share with India. Great and independent nations like the United States and India will have. on occasion. different perspectives on issues relating to national security and foreign policy. As democratic societies. we respect the right of free peoples to express their views freely and hope to learn from each other through the dialog which such differences engender.
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