[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 121 (Monday, September 14, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1711-E1712]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




COMMEMMORATING 50 YEARS OF RELATIONS BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND THE 
                           REPUBLIC OF KOREA

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                               speech of

                           HON. EARL POMEROY

                            of north dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 9, 1998

  Mr. POMEROY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H. Res. 459, a 
resolution commemorating 50 years of relations between the Untied 
States and the Republic of Korea. I want to personally thank 
Congressman Gilman, the sponsor of the legislation, for his work on 
this issue.
  Since the liberation from colonial Japanese rule and the end of the 
Korean War, the United States has been a staunch supporter of Korea. 
During the cold War era, Korea played a key role in impeding the spread 
of communism around the world. Korea has demonstrated through its own 
successful transition to democracy that cooperative efforts have been 
beneficial. Last year, Korea was on the verge of national financial 
turmoil, but, instead of falling into a depression, it started to rise 
again with the assistance and cooperation of the Untied States. It is 
with respect that we commemorate 50 years of close relations between 
our countries.
  As a father of two adopted children from Korea--Kathryn and Scott--I 
understand how closely connected Korea is with us. Koreans and 
Americans have formed a brotherhood, uniting in our common interests 
and values, which includes the welfare of our children. As we continue 
pursuing even stronger bilateral relations, Congress should play a 
positive role in promoting our relations with Korea. I urge my 
colleagues to support this resolution.

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