    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)]
    [April 17, 1993]
    [Pages 453-454]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of President Turgut Ozal of Turkey
    April 17, 1993

        Mrs. Clinton and I are deeply saddened over the passing of President
    Turgut Ozal of Turkey. We have expressed our condolences to the Acting
    President of Turkey, Hussametin Cindoruk, and to Mrs. Semra Ozal at this
    difficult and sad time. Friends of Turkey everywhere mourn his passing.
        President Ozal devoted his life to public service, and Turkey is a
    stronger country because of his dedicated and visionary leadership.
    President Ozal's mark on the political life of Turkey, both at home and
    abroad, has been extraordinary. He crafted a new regional role for his
    country, stressing always the importance of democracy, trade, and peace.
    The alliance of Turkey and the United States is stronger today be-

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    cause of the personal leadership of the late President.
        On behalf of all Americans, Mrs. Clinton and I extend our heartfelt
    sympathies to the people of Turkey and to the family and friends of
    President Ozal.