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President Guntis Ulmanis of Latvia to President Clinton (3 pages)
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EMBASSY OF LATVIA
4325 SEVENTEENTH STREET, N.W.
WASHINGTON, D. C. 20011
July 27, 1995
Mr. Dan Fried
Special Assistant to the President
and Senior Director for Central & Eastern Europe
National Security Council
OEOB, Room 368
Washington, D.C. 20504
Dear Mr. Fried:
With reference to my letter of June 29, 1995, I am sending you
herewith enclosed the signed original of the letter from Mr. Guntis Ulmanis,
President of the Republic of Latvia, to President Clinton.
Sincerely,
Glo Ojars E. Kalnins
Secretariat presse
Ambassador
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Latvijas Valsts prezidents
June 25, 1995
His Excellency
William J. Clinton,
President of the United States of America
Dear Mr. President,
I would like to thank you for your letter of May 16, 1995 in which you presented an
overview of your discussions with President Yeltsin in Moscow.
As you have noted in the past, Latvia's future security is inextricably linked to the security
and stability of Europe as a whole. Your continuing active and constructive role of
engagement in the development of a new security architecture for our region is highly
valued by my country, since we believe that the United States must play a key role in
promoting the well-being of the transatlantic community of nations.
Latvia takes its responsibilities in this transatlantic community seriously, and seeks
integration not only to promote Latvia's interests, but also as a way in which to contribute
our own resources and ideas to the common good. That's why I welcome your offer to
work together, and would like to use this opportunity to share some of my thoughts with
you about Latvia's most critical security issues.
Latvia has clearly defined its foreign policy priority, and that is: full integration into
European and transatlantic security structures. Latvia's return to the community of
European nations promotes the development of democracy and a free market economy in
our country. It also enables us to take important steps toward guaranteeing our state's
security.
We are moving in the right direction, as the recent signing of the European agreement
demonstrates, since now Latvia has joined other associate members of the European
Union. This is a very important achievement for my country, since it not only helps us
reclaim our historic place among Western nations, but also makes Europe more unified.
I am especially pleased to note that in your vision of the future architecture of Europe, you
stress that it must be developed in such a way to avoid blocs, gray areas and undesirable
spheres of influence. I couldn't agree more.
I also agree with those who believe that NATO is a positive force for the promotion of
democratic values and reforms within member states, and not merely a defensive alliance.
It is true that NATO expansion is a complex process which will take a given time to
complete. However, I must point out that the process itself will have a direct impact on
developments in my country. For example, suggestions that some countries could be
denied NATO membership, or indications that the waiting period may be prolonged,
could delay or even halt the pace of our reforms. That in turn, would have a negative
impact on the security of the entire Nordic region.
As Latvia integrates more deeply into Europe, it is essential that we establish normal,
stable and orderly relations with our Eastern neighbors. That is also Latvia's foreign
policy goal in relation to Russia. It is a difficult process for us, since it takes place at a
time when a dynamic new European security model is being sought. The contradictory
nature of ongoing events in Russia, as well as Russia's present foreign policy positions,
elicit serious concern in Latvia. I would like to share with you what I believe are the most
serious concerns.
That fact that Russia, after a long delay, has taken the next step toward cooperation with
NATO and officially joined the PfP program, is, in my view, a positive development.
However, Russia has not altered its negative views toward NATO expansion to the East
and bases its arguments on speculation about how this expansion could trigger negative
developments in Russia's domestic politics. Were this situation to continue, Latvia's
foreign policy priority integration into European and transatlantic organizations - would
be hampered. This would have a broader impact as well. Should the Baltic states remain
in a gray security zone, alongside the high unpredictability of developments within
Russia, a situation could arise wherein security would be destabilized in our region, and
subsequently, Europe as a whole.
Latvia is not interested in seeing the CIS develop into a structure similar to that of the
former USSR, especially one in which Russia takes the dominant military, political and
economic role. However, certain elements in the development of the CIS indicate this
tendency. For example, one can't help but be alarmed by the new concept of border
defense, for it empowers Russia to assume some of the sovereign functions of CIS
countries.
My country also finds unacceptable Russia's proposal that we join a common CIS air
defense system, as well as other treaty relations which would tie us to the CIS countries.
This proposal is clear evidence of Russia's desire to indirectly restore its dominance over
the Baltic region as well. That is why Latvia's move toward the European Union and
NATO is all the more important.
The withdrawal of Russian troops from Latvia was an important event in Latvia's bilateral
relations with Russia. This opened the possibility to begin a new phase in the
development of our mutual relations. However, these relations have their dark side. Russia
has not completely fulfilled its treaty obligations concerning those military personnel who
retired after January 28, 1992 and continue to reside in Latvia. I was also shocked by
Russian Federation Foreign Minister A. Kozirev's statements, asserting that Russia is
prepared to use military force to protect its nationals in other countries. In addition, as the
Russian parliamentary elections approach, one unfortunately hears support for aggressive
and essentially imperialistic positions in some influential Russian political parties. As a
result, I sense a nervousness and tension in the tonality of Russian foreign policy. The
unpredictability of Russian politics on the whole generates fear and concern in Latvia.
In closing, I would like to share with you some thoughts about developments within
Latvia itself.
It has been a year since we last met in Riga, and I am pleased to report that the present
political situation in Latvia remains stable. The successful development of a modern and
democratic country continues. Recalling your remarks at the Freedom Monument on July
6, 1994, it is with great satisfaction that I can report that every effort has been made by
our country's social and state institutions to secure the protection of basic human rights.
More importantly, ethnic groups have successfully integrated into Latvia's social and civic
life, while simultaneously preserving and developing their cultural traditions. In addition,
these groups have been provided with an opportunity to acquire their education in their
native languages. National schools, cultural associations and various religious
organizations are actively working in Latvia. The restoration of property to religious
groups and private individuals is being undertaken in a just and fair manner, regardless of
nationality or religious affiliation. For example, the World Jewish Restitution
Organization has judged Latvia as one of the most forthcoming countries in Central and
Eastern Europe regarding the restoration of property. For that reason, I look hopefully to
the future, for I see also the major contribution a prosperous Jewish community can make
toward Latvia's renewal.
Economic reforms are also continuing in our country, shaping a sound market economy.
We do, however, encounter difficulties in this process. A crisis in the commercial banking
sector has touched Latvia's financial system. I fully understand, that as people become
actively engaged in economic and financial undertakings, crises such as this do pass
through societies, and are conceivable. I am nevertheless convinced, that with an
adequate, timely, precise and coordinated approach by the government's institutions, we
can solve this crisis in a relatively short time. I will personally devote all my efforts to
overcoming this crisis. I know that the United States is already providing its assistance in
this situation, and for that, I am personally grateful to you and hope that the necessary
cooperation will continue. It is one more example of the deep trust and mutual
understanding that exists between our countries.
Mr. President, I am convinced that relations between the United States and Latvia will
continue to grow and develop in an especially favorable manner. Your personal interest
and investment in the well being of our country means a great deal to me. I also highly
value this opportunity to exchange views and look forward to your continued interest in
the further development of our dialogue.
Respectfully yours,
Quatis
PHOTOCOPY
MISC. HANDWRITING
Guntis Ulmanis,
State President
of the Republic of Latvia
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