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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release May 20, 1998

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT

Resignation of President Suharto of Indonesia

We welcome President Suharto's decision, which provides an opportunity to begin a process leading to a real democratic transition in Indonesia - an opportunity for the Indonesian people to come together and build a stable democracy for the future. We urge Indonesia's leaders to move forward promptly with a peaceful process that enjoys broad public support. The United States stands ready to support Indonesia as it engages in democratic reform.

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