Google CEO Sundar Pichai defends H-1B program, calls contributions ‘phenomenal’

Sundar Pichai Defends the H-1B Program

Google CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized that immigrant talent remains vital to maintaining America’s leadership in technology and innovation. Speaking amid renewed debate over the H-1B visa system, he underlined that the contributions made by skilled immigrants to both Google and the broader U.S. economy have been, in his words, “phenomenal.”

Immigrants and U.S. Innovation

Pichai, who himself came to the United States as a student before joining Google, reflected on how immigrant professionals drive progress in critical industries such as artificial intelligence, software engineering, and research. He warned that limiting access to high-skilled visas could slow innovation and weaken America’s competitive edge globally.

“The contributions from immigrant talent to American innovation are phenomenal,” said Pichai.

Broader Economic Impact

Industry analysts share Pichai’s concerns, noting that U.S. companies rely heavily on international specialists in science and technology. The H-1B program, which admits tens of thousands of foreign professionals each year, has become central to sectors ranging from startups to major technology firms.

Author’s Summary

Sundar Pichai reaffirmed that immigrant professionals are fundamental to the U.S. innovation ecosystem, and restrictions on H-1B visas could undermine national competitiveness.

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