    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (1999, Book II)]
    [November 12, 1999]
    [Page 2084]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Sanctions Against the Milosevic Regime in Serbia
    November 12, 1999

        Today I signed a proclamation that will significantly expand the
    visa sanctions we impose on those who support the Milosevic regime in
    Serbia. The Secretary of State will now have greater flexibility to deny
    visas to a broad range of Milosevic's key supporters, who are
    obstructing democracy, suppressing freedom of speech, and financially
    supporting the regime. Family members, relatives, and close associates
    of those on the list may also be excluded.
        This proclamation sends a clear message to those propping up the
    Milosevic regime that Serbia faces a clear choice: It can take its
    rightful place in a prosperous democratic Europe or sink further into
    isolation and economic decline under a dictator who has betrayed the
    best interests of the Serbian people. And if it chooses the latter path,
    those responsible will not be able to escape the consequences of their
    actions by leaving their country.
        In this and other ways, we and our European allies are determined to
    support the Serbian opposition in its effort to bring true democracy to
    Serbia.

    Note: The proclamation of November 12 is listed in Appendix D at the end
    of this volume.