Photo credit: Phil Murphy/CC BY-SA 2.0, via Flickr TRENTON - NJ Governor Phil Murphy Strengthens Ties with India: Signs Executive Order Establishing New Jersey-India Commission New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy took a significant step towards fostering stronger cultural and economic ties with India by signing an executive order to establish the New Jersey-India Commission. The announcement was made during a press conference where Governor Murphy addressed two distinct but impactful topics - the solemn lowering of flags in honor of Sergeant William Rivers, a local hero, and the exciting news of New Jersey hosting the final match of the 2026 World Cup. Amidst these updates, Governor Murphy highlighted the historic moment of marking a new chapter in the friendship between New Jersey and the Republic of India. Honoring Sergeant William Rivers: The Governor commenced the conference by expressing condolences to the family of Sergeant William Rivers, a native of Willingboro and a member of the
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