    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [May 20, 1998]
    [Pages 815-816]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Resignation of President Soeharto
    of Indonesia
    May 20, 1998

        We welcome President Soeharto's decision, which provides an
    opportunity to begin a process leading to a real democratic transition
    in Indonesia--an opportunity for the Indonesian people to come together
    and build a stable democracy for the future. We urge Indonesia's

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    leaders to move forward promptly with a peaceful process that enjoys
    broad public support. The United States stands ready to support
    Indonesia as it engages in democratic reform.