    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)]
    [May 5, 1993]
    [Page 570]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Nomination for an Assistant Secretary of State
    May 5, 1993

        The President announced his intention today to nominate Robin Lynn
    Raphel to be Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs. Ms.
    Raphel is a career member of the Foreign Service.
        ``I am very glad that Robin Raphel has agreed to serve as Assistant
    Secretary for South Asian Affairs,'' said the President. ``Having lived
    in the region as a diplomat and as a visiting teacher, she brings a
    tremendous understanding to the post.''

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