Congratulating the Government and the people of the Republic of El Salvador on successfully completing free and democratic elections on March 16, 1997.

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Congratulates: (1) the Government and the people of the Republic of El Salvador for the successful completion of democratic elections on March 16, 1997; and (2) El Salvadoran President Armando Calderon Sol for his personal commitment to democracy. Commends all Salvadorans for their efforts to work together to take risks for democracy and to willfully pursue national reconciliation. Supports Salvadoran attempts to continue their cooperation in order to ensure democracy, national reconciliation, and economic prosperity. Reaffirms that the United States is committed to encouraging democracy and peaceful development throughout Central America.…