Commends: (1) the people of Zambia for their commitment to democracy; and (2) former President Kaunda and the United National Independence Party on their cooperation in allowing open participation in the recent elections.
Congratulates President Frederick Chiluba on his election as Zambia's President.
Calls on: (1) President Chiluba to restore respect for internationally recognized human rights and establish a system of governance that fosters open political participation and encourages the development of democratic institutions; and (2) the President of the United States to take steps to implement a comprehensive assistance program, in coordination with other western donors, to the newly elected government and its people.
Urges: (1) President Chiluba to take steps to strengthen Zambia's economy, renew its debt service payments to the International Monetary Fund, and restore Zambia's commitment to implementing its economic restructuring obligations with the World Bank; and (2) President Bush to encourage other industrialized nations to participate in supporting Zambia's newly elected government.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Ordered to be Reported.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mr. Dymally moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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