No one questions Russia's right to combat insurgency and terror within its borders, ... But the war in Chechnya has brought a tragic cost in human lives and a high cost in Russia's world standing. |
No proof, no connection. |
None of us would deny this is a very complicated issue, ... If there were a simple solution, I think it would have been taken care of a long time ago. |
now realized the importance of the U.N. |
On Taiwan, I reiterated our strong commitment to a 'one China' policy, to the importance of direct dialogue and a peaceful resolution of the dispute, |
One of the things that we have wanted to have is the establishment of such a dialogue, ... Obviously, we will have to see where it leads, and whether it is a genuine dialogue, rather than the kinds of patronizing and cruel conversations that were evident when I was there. |
Our meeting sends the message that the world community is united not just in outrage and dismay but in action, |
Our message to India and Pakistan is that there should be no further nuclear testing, no deployment or testing of missiles, no more inflammatory rhetoric and no more provocative military activity, |
Our strategic dialogue with China can both protect American interests and uphold our principles, provided we are honest about our differences on human rights and other issues and provided we use a mix of targeted incentives and sanctions to narrow these differences. |
Over the next few days, ... I will be explaining the American position to leaders in the countries I visit while making it clear that in confronting the clear and present danger posed by Iraqi lawlessness, the diplomatic string is running out. |
possible attempt by Belgrade to oust his government. |
President Yeltsin came to this meeting with his goal to explain his view of what was going on, ... When he was here, he heard from others who saw it differently. |
review whether further actions are necessary to advance our support for democratic values |
Right now, the most important thing both sides can do is to cool it and take a deep breath and begin to climb out of the hole they have dug themselves into. |
role as the leading upholder of democracy and law. |