“Indian-Americans are physicians, engineers, CEOs, professors, teachers, entrepreneurs. They are a vital part of the United States' economic and social fabric. Because of this long history, the bonds among our people and our cultures will remain strong.”

Henry Paulson is an American economist and former U.S. Treasury Secretary. He is best known for his leadership during the 2008 financial crisis, guiding the implementation of the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) to stabilize the financial system. His career spans Wall Street, government, and corporate boardrooms, marked by a focus on economic policy and crisis management.