    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (1999, Book II)]
    [October 13, 1999]
    [Page 1767]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Military Coup d'Etat in Pakistan
    October 13, 1999

        The events in Pakistan this week represent another setback to
    Pakistani democracy. Pakistan's interests would be served by a prompt
    return to civilian rule and restoration of the democratic process. I
    urge that Pakistan move quickly in that direction.
        I am sending my Ambassador back to
    Islamabad to underscore my view directly to the military authorities and
    to hear their intentions. I will also be consulting closely with all
    concerned nations about maintaining peace and stability in South Asia.