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US House Speaker McCarty arrives in Japan

Washington, Sep 7 (UNI) US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy arrived in Japan to participate in the Group of Seven (G7) Speakers’ Meeting and is scheduled to deliver a keynote speech, McCarthy’s office said on Thursday.
"Today, Speaker Kevin McCarthy arrived in Japan to represent the United States in the 21st annual G7 Speakers’ Meeting. During the summit, Speaker McCarthy will deliver a keynote address to promote American energy as the practical solution to a stronger economy, cleaner environment, and safer world," the McCarthy’s office said in a statement.
McCarthy’s message will focus on promoting energy independence separate from Russia, China and other adversaries, the statement said.
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