[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (2000, Book I)]
[January 17, 2000]
[Page 67]
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Statement on the Election of Ricardo Lagos as 
President of Chile
January 17, 2000

    I congratulate Ricardo Lagos on his victory in Chile's Presidential 
election on Sunday, January 16. I also congratulate the Chilean people 
for an election that was a model of civic participation and evidence of 
their strong commitment to democratic government.
    I look forward to working with President-elect Lagos and to 
deepening the friendship and cooperation that have characterized the 
excellent relations between our two nations.