Congratulating the Government and the people of the Republic of Panama on successfully completing free and democratic elections on May 2, 1999.

Congratulates: (1) the Government and the people of Panama for completing democratic multiparty elections for President and Vice- President held on May 2, 1999; and (2) President-elect Mireya Moscoso on her recent victory and her continued commitment to democracy and a free market-oriented economy.

Commends all Panamanian citizens and political parties for their efforts to work together to take risks for democracy and to pursue national reconciliation.

Supports Panamanian attempts to continue cooperation to ensure democracy, national reconciliation, and economic prosperity.

Reaffirms that the United States is unequivocally committed to encouraging democracy and peaceful development throughout Latin America.