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Clinton, Bill

Clinton Discusses Middle East Peace Process and Future International Involvement

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President Clinton reflected on his administration's efforts to reengage parties in the Middle East peace process, mentioning the need for the parties to set their own timeline for progress. He also expressed his interest in continued international involvement, focusing on economic empowerment, fighting AIDS, and public health issues, while ensuring a smooth transition for President-elect Bush.

Key Takeaways:

  • President Clinton stated that the parties in the Middle East are reengaging and have asked for US involvement.
  • He emphasized that the US will be on the parties' timetable, rather than setting its own, for progress in the peace process.
  • Clinton expressed his interest in continuing international efforts, focusing on economic empowerment, fighting AIDS, and public health issues.
  • President-elect Bush's transition was a priority for Clinton, who wanted to ensure a smooth handover of power.
  • Clinton mentioned his support for the economic empowerment of poor people around the world and his commitment to fighting AIDS and addressing public health problems.
  • President Clinton agreed with President Chirac's statement that the relationship between Europe and the US should be based on universal solidarity and mutual cooperation.
  • Clinton also emphasized the importance of continued US support for the European Union's expansion and NATO's growth, highlighting its positive impact on world peace and prosperity.

Statistics:

  • 8-year period since the end of the Cold War, during which the US addressed three major questions: the European Union's expansion and integration, NATO's growth, and southeastern Europe's stability.
  • 3 major questions that President Clinton mentioned as key areas of focus: Europe's integration and expansion, NATO's growth, and southeastern Europe's stability.
  • Clinton stated that the US and Europe have made progress in addressing these questions, with a focus on promoting freedom and standing against ethnic cleansing.
  • The President expressed his agreement with President Chirac's assertion that the relationship between Europe and the US should be based on universal solidarity and mutual cooperation.

Sources:

  • The White House, December 18, 2000

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