The net international investment position of the U.S. increases when Americans hold more assets issued by foreign countries.

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The net international investment position (NIIP) is the difference between a country's total external assets and its total external liabilities. If Americans hold more assets issued by foreign countries, it means that the U.S. has a higher total external asset value, which in turn increases the NIIP. Therefore, the statement is true.

The Net International Investment Position of the U