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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Jul 11, 2017
Welcomes Prime Minister Chahed of the Tunisian Republic on his first official visit to the United States.
Commends: (1) Tunisia's political leaders for their willingness to compromise and work together in the national interest and form a national unity government; and (2) the people and government of Tunisia for their resilience in the face of terrorist attacks and their enduring commitment to a free, democratic, and peaceful republic.
Reaffirms: (1) the U.S. commitment to provide assistance to the Tunisian Republic in support of its ongoing transition to an inclusive, prosperous, and secure democracy; and (2) the continuing friendship between the U.S. and Tunisian people.
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Condemns all acts of terrorism.
Encourages the Prime Minister and parliament of Tunisia to work together to accelerate economic reforms and anti-corruption measures.
Looks forward to the continued implementation of the 2014 Tunisian constitution.
Urges: (1) Tunisian authorities to prevent the flow of Tunisian jihadist fighters to Syria and Iraq; (2) Tunisia's neighbors and partners to work with the Tunisian government to counter terrorist threats, secure borders, and support Tunisia's democratic transition; and (3) the Tunisian government to cease support for all measures that target Israel in United Nations organizations.
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Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] · D–MD
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3922-3923)
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