It is a real personal pleasure to join AmCham EU in welcoming over 100 Members of the European Parliament here tonight. It is also very special for me to greet MEPs from the 2004 enlargement as we went from 15 countries to 25. Enlargement is a bold and important move that provides wonderful opportunity for the EU and makes the EU an even greater global force. Congratulations to each member of the European Parliament, new and returning, as you embrace the opportunities this important new era affords you and those you represent.