[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.