The new START agreement is more than just an important arms control treaty. It is the foundation of the U.S.-Russia "reset," which has provided new avenues for U.S. economic growth by deepening and expanding commercial ties with Russia. This is especially important now, when the U.S. economy is hurting, as Russia has vast natural resources and a large market. For that reason,the U.S.-Russia Business Council, which I chair, has urged the Senate to ratify START before the end of the year.
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