Hawkins , who said this in Lagos, added that this was to promote and strengthen the bilateral relations between the two countries.
He said this at the 2012 International Partner Forum, organised by the Commercial Service Department of the Embassy.
``Business between Nigeria and the U.S businessmen is important to both countries' bilateral relations.
``We need to explore the markets and improve the existing bilateral relations between us, `` he said.
The Envoy said the U.S. government was prepared to support Nigeria in solving environmental challenges and problems, as well as ensure security of lives and properties.
Hawkins said Nigerian government should create an enabling environment for investors in order to promote trade and investment between both countries.
``We want to develop new markets across the world and Nigeria has a huge market; she is our target, `` he said.
Mrs Rebecca Armand, Commercial Counsellor of the Embassy, urged the Nigerian government to expedite action on infrastructure development.
Armand said provision of infrastructure in different parts of the country, would enhance the country’s socio-economic transformation and growth.
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