    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (1999, Book II)]
    [December 9, 1999]
    [Page 2244]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Renewed Flooding in Vietnam
    December 9, 1999

        I was saddened to learn of renewed flooding in the central provinces
    of Vietnam, which were already inundated by heavy rains last month. On
    behalf of the American people, I extend my deepest sympathies to all
    those who have suffered losses and are struggling to rebuild, including
    the families of many Americans of Vietnamese descent.
        The United States is providing emergency assistance to support flood
    relief efforts, just as we provided almost $600,000 in November to
    deliver supplies and build flood-resistant homes. We stand ready to
    provide further help to meet the urgent needs of those affected by the
    flooding and to help the Vietnamese people better withstand future
    flooding.