    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)]
    [January 26, 1993]
    [Page 16]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Nomination for Ambassador to Russia
    January 26, 1993

        The President announced today that he intends to nominate Thomas R.
    Pickering as Ambassador of the United States of America to the Russian
    Federation.
        In making this announcement, President Clinton said, ``It is
    essential that we continue to expand and develop our relationship with
    Russia. I want to do everything I can to support democratic and economic
    reform there and want an experienced and dedicated Ambassador to
    represent our Nation in Moscow. Ambassador Pickering has demonstrated
    throughout his career that he has the ability and wisdom to carry out
    this important assignment. I have full confidence in him.''

    Note: A biography of the nominee was made available by the Office of the
    Press Secretary.