[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 37, Number 40 (Monday, October 8, 2001)]
[Pages 1413-1414]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on Senate Action on a Bilateral Trade Agreement With Vietnam

October 3, 2001

    Today's Senate action to establish a bilateral trade agreement with 
Vietnam is a significant step toward strengthening the ties between our 
two countries and promoting strength and stability in this important 
region. The agreement will provide American companies with access to a 
large and growing market and, through the reforms it promotes, it will 
help create a more prosperous and engaged Vietnam. The trade agreement 
also brings hope for improving human rights. I look forward to signing 
this legislation into law.

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