“The heads of the two largest highly classified space organizations in the Russian Federation met with the administer of NASA, USAF, Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center, and Lockheed/Martin. There is a wide cultural and linguistic gap between our two countries,...
“I would like to highly commend Dr. Taira for her efficient and dedicated work in facilitating US-Russian exchanges for the Committee on National Security that I chair in the U.S. House of Representatives. Her ability to grasp the most essential and crucial components...
“Dr. Taira’s excellent linguistic skills and cultural and technical knowledge, along with her professional efficiency and ability to work under stressing circumstances, contributed significantly to the success of this historic conference (Space-Based Surveillance...
“Dr. Taira has, through her unique blend of linguistic skill, cultural insight and political acumen, helped… to build a bridge of trust, understanding and friendship.”
