HCONRES 196 · 100th Congress · International Affairs
A concurrent resolution expressing the support of the Congress for the implementation of the July 29, 1987, accord with respect to Sri Lanka as the best hope for peace.
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EnactedLatest: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.(1987-10-28)
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Commends Sri Lankan President Jayewardene and Indian Prime Minister Gandhi for successfully negotiating the July 29, 1987, accord aimed at achieving a peaceful solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka. Calls upon parties to the accord to adhere to its terms. Urges Tamil militants to settle their differences peacefully. Calls upon the Sri Lankan authorities to fulfill their responsibilities to ensure the protection of the human rights of all Sri Lankans. Calls upon the President to work with other nations toward the establishment of an international fund or other multinational effort to provide resources for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Sri Lanka.…
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Cosponsors (5)
3 Democrats2 Republicans