Foreign Policy

Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after President Barack Obama addressed the nation on Syria:

"I commend President Barack Obama for agreeing to an international discussion on the proposal to collect and destroy chemical weapons in Syria. These talks will strengthen the global response to Syria and advance the diplomatic approach that I and many others in Connecticut's first district are calling for.

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on reports that Russia would support an effort by the international community to collect and destroy Syria's chemical weapons in order to avert an international military action.

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced plans to introduce a resolution in Congress urging the international community to act collectively in response to the use of chemical weapons in Syria. In a letter sent today to Speaker Boehner, Leader Pelosi and others, Larson asked his colleagues to join his efforts to bring the United States' case to the United Nations Security Council in order to pursue the most effective international course of action.

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today after President Barack Obama spoke on Syria at the Rose Garden:

"I commend the President for seeking congressional authorization for military action in Syria, answering widespread calls for the case to be made to Congress and the American people.

Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) spoke to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on intellectual property in India. The event, hosted by the Global Intellectual Property Center, focused on India's recent legal and policy decisions, and how they are impacting intellectual property rights.