Manufacturers on U.S. Military Operations in Iran
PHOENIX – Following the announcement of the United StatesÌýmilitary operations in Iran, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø President and CEO Jay TimmonsÌýreleased the following statement:
“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.ÌýobjectivesÌýacross multiple theaters and sustained operations.ÌýToday, manufacturers honorÌýthe courageÌýand commitmentÌýof 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.ÌýTime and again, the Iranian regime has sponsored international terrorism, destabilized its region, violated the rights of its ownÌýpeopleÌýand disrupted legitimate commerce and maritime security.
“Through Operation Epic Fury, President Trump hasÌýinitiatedÌýmajor combat operations with these statedÌýobjectives:
- EliminatingÌýimminent threats posed by the regime,
- Preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons,
- Neutralizing military infrastructure that threatens regional and global security,
- Countering destabilizing regional aggression, and
- Supporting the Iranian people’s right toÌýdetermineÌýtheir own future.
“At moments of consequence, national unity matters. CongressÌýshouldÌýfully engage to ensure clarity of mission, alignment of authority and the sustained support of the American people.
“We also call upon allied governments andÌýpartnerÌýbusinessÌýassociationsÌýaround the globeÌýto stand together to protect regional stability, safeguard globalÌýcommerceÌýand reinforce the collective resolve that keeps peace through credible strength.
“WhenÌýsecurity, commerce and liberty are threatened, the United States must lead with strength, resolve and the support of its people.”
-51³Ô¹ÏÍø-Ìý
The 51³Ô¹ÏÍø is the largest manufacturing association in the United States,ÌýrepresentingÌýsmall and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Manufacturing employsÌýnearlyÌý13Ìýmillion menÌýand women, contributesÌý$2.95ÌýtrillionÌýto the U.S. economy annually and accounts for 53% of private-sector research and development. The 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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. For more information about the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø or to follow us on Twitter and Facebook, please visit Ìý