[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 123 (Thursday, July 27, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1521]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


              VISIT OF PRESIDENT KIM TO THE UNITED STATES

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                         HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 26, 1995
  Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to welcome a very 
distinguished statesman and friend of the United States, President Kim 
Yong-sam of the Republic of Korea.
  Since his ascension to the presidency in 1993, President Kim has 
worked tirelessly to promote democracy and economic liberalization in 
Korea. His efforts to further the advancement of ties between his 
country and the United States have been warmly received by the 
administration and those of us in Congress.
  There is no doubt that Korea is well served by President Kim. His 
service to the country is practically unmatched, having been elected to 
the National Assembly at the young age of 25, and serving there for 
nearly 40 years. He is a man with a clear vision and intends to boldly 
lead his country into the 21st century.
  It is precisely this kind of leadership that is needed in the new era 
dawning over Asia. In the last decade, Asian nations have become a 
force to reckon with in economic terms, and Korea is at the forefront 
of this revolution. They have become a marvelous model of success for 
developing countries such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. In no 
small term, the success visited upon Korea is a testament to the will 
and determination of the Korean people.
  The United States has only to gain by continuing to support Korea and 
her people. Our relationship is truly limitless in its possibilities, 
and together we can certainly overcome any adversities.
  I welcome President Kim to the United States, and applaud his 
leadership. This is a friendship of which the United States can truly 
be proud.


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