    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book II)]
    [November 2, 1993]
    [Page 1884]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Signing Legislation on Most-Favored-Nation Trade Status for
    Romania
    November 2, 1993

        I am pleased to sign today House Joint Resolution 228, which extends
    most-favored-nation tariff treatment for Romania. This action, which
    will lower tariffs on Romanian exports to the United States, reflects
    Romania's significant progress thus far in rejoining the community of
    democratic nations. It will also assist the growth of Romania's private
    sector and enhance our bilateral trading relations, improving American
    access to one of the largest markets in Eastern Europe.
        Romania's people are emerging from a long period of tyranny and
    Communist rule. Their road toward democracy, respect for human rights
    and rule of law, and a functioning market economy is not an easy one.
    While important steps have been taken, more remains to be done. As
    Romania continues to make progress, the United States will offer our
    friendship and help in tangible ways. Romania deserves recognition for
    its close cooperation with the United States in international
    organizations, particularly for its compliance with United Nations
    sanctions on Serbia. Romania, like the other frontline states, has made
    real sacrifices in this important effort, earning the appreciation of
    the international community.
        I welcome this positive step in U.S.-Romanian relations and look
    forward to working with the people and leaders of Romania to promote
    democracy, human rights, a market economy, and prosperity.

    Note: H.J. Res. 228, approved November 2, was assigned Public Law No.
    103-133.