A resolution commending the people and Government of Romania, on the occasion of the visit of Romanian President Ion Iliescu to the United States, for the important progress they have made with respect to economic reform and democratic development, as well as for the strong relationship between Romania and the United States.

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

States that the Senate: (1) appreciates the support expressed by the people of Romania for strong and continuous relations between the United States and Romania; (2) recognizes the efforts of the Government of Romania in economic, political, and social reforms, including the rights of minorities; (3) commends Romania for its leadership and commitment in promoting regional peace and security in the Balkan and Black Sea regions; (4) values the participation by the Government of Romania in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom which includes Romanian troop deployments and the use of Romanian airspace and territory; (5) supports further cooperation between the United States and Romania in the process of stabilizing and reconstructing Iraq; and (6) welcomes Romanian President Ion Iliescu to the United States.