[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.