    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (1999, Book II)]
    [November 18, 1999]
    [Page 2110]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Northern Ireland Peace Process
    November 18, 1999

        The parties in Northern Ireland, working with George
    Mitchell, have taken a powerful step
    toward lasting peace. I warmly welcome Senator Mitchell's final report
    and support his conclusions fully. We should all take heart from the
    fact that the parties have strongly reaffirmed their commitment to the
    Good Friday accord. In a spirit of unprecedented mutual understanding,
    they have addressed issues of deep concern to one another. Together,
    they have shaped the outlines of the way ahead, as described by Senator
    Mitchell today. I urge the parties to maintain this level of dialog with
    each other and with the public at large in the days ahead and to proceed
    with rapid implementation of the agreement. Once again, I want to
    express my deepest appreciation to Senator Mitchell for his dedication
    to bringing peace to Northern Ireland.