Ousman, I concur with your observation.  I was thinking that must be a
mistake of some sort.  I hope they clarify their position.

Chi Jaama

Joe Sambou


>From: Ousman Bojang <[log in to unmask]>
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>Subject: Re: A Message From Senator Bob Kerrey - Nebraska
>Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 22:49:28 EDT
>
>  I just read this news from the Observer. I am not sure I understand what
>is
>going on here. Is Chen the Taiwanese president or Chinese President? I hope
>Jammeh and his Foreign office clarifies what is going on. If he addressed
>Chen as the Chinese President as both the Observer and the National TV and
>Radio are reporting, there is a lot the Gambian leader needs to learn..
>More
>over China is a permanent member of the UN and well recognized. I have no
>doubt that China will not be seeking for any more
>recognition...................................................................
>...............................................
>
>Jammeh, Chen Shui-Bian Implore UN
>
>The President, Yahya Jammeh and his counterpart Chen Shui-Bian, president
>of
>the Republic of China have called on the United Nations to consider ending
>the Republic of China's international isolation by including her in the
>work
>and activities of the world body and its specialised agencies.
>
>Speaking at a banquet he hosted in honour of President Chen Shui-Bian at
>the
>Kairaba Beach Hotel, Sunday evening, President Jammeh said the exclusion of
>the Republic of China from the United Nations denies over 23 million people
>of their right to international representation, contrary to the UN general
>assembly's established principle of universality.
>
>President Jammeh contended that the situation equally ignores the moral and
>legal rights of the people of the Republic of China to participate in UN
>affairs and argued for the reviewing of the general assembly's resolution
>in
>that regard adopted in 1971 because of present fundamental changes in the
>international situation.
>
>He went on to state that "The Gambia believes that the Republic of China
>deserves just and fair treatment by our world body and this is not based on
>cheque- book diplomacy but on genuine concern and honest interest in
>ensuring
>that justice be done towards a small peace-loving state that abides by the
>terms and spirit of the United Nations charter and the United Nations
>treaties and conventions."
>
>President Jammeh further implied that the development of a strong national
>economy and international trading ties by the Republic of China and as a
>founding member of the UN charter indicates the republic's qualifications
>to
>re-join the UN which he described as "not only desirable, but essential."
>He
>also dilated on The Gambia's efforts dedicated to the maintainance of peace
>and stability in trouble spots in the sub-region and the entire world.
>
>President Jammeh said The Gambia's commitment to the moves of peace and
>security is dictated by the rationale of saving life and creating the
>enabling atmosphere for the propagation of sustainable peace, tranquility
>and
>development. Focusing on the five-year old re-established relations between
>The Gambia and the Republic of China, President Jammeh said "Today, we
>regard
>the Republic of China as our main partner in development."
>
>He acknowledged the support rendered to the government's development
>programme by the Republic of China with specific references to education,
>agriculture, health and infrastructure, and admitted that the Republic of
>China's overall economic performance serves as an example for The Gambia to
>follow in its economic recovery and national development programme.
>Speaking
>soon after, President Chen Shui-Bian said the hospitality and courtesy
>extended to him by Gambians speak about the cordial bonds that exist
>between
>his government and that of The Gambia.
>
>He described his 'love' for The Gambia as a long standing one and also
>referred to President Jammeh as a foresighted leader who is committed to
>developing his country. "I rise to pay respect to your excellency's
>determination and efforts geared towards development and the maintenance of
>peace," he said President Chen Shui-Bian also commended The Gambia's
>development efforts saying "I was specially impressed in the first place by
>your magnificent airport terminal which I believe is not one of the best in
>West Africa alone, but the entire continent".
>
>As a mark of appreciation for his visit, President Jammeh decorated
>President
>Chen Shui Bian with the insignia of Grand Commander of the Republic of The
>Gambia. President Jammeh also declared that effective Sunday, August 20,
>citizens of the Republic of China who intend to visit The Gambia for three
>months (90 days) need not obtain entry visas. The two presidents also
>commended the Republic of China's ambassador, Chen hsiung Lee and his
>embassy
>staff for their roles in fostering bilateral co-operation between their two
>countries.
>
>The two leaders yesterday afternoon signed a joint communique that touches
>on
>extensive areas of cooperation as well as their governments' common desire
>for the adoption of dialogue and mediation as an approach to the settlement
>of conflicts. At a press briefing that followed the signing ceremony, the
>two
>Presidents re-echoed their resolve to continue lobbying for the
>reinstatement
>of the Republic of China to the United Nations.
>
>President Chen Shui-Bian regarded the attitude of the United Nations
>towards
>his country as "unfair and uncalled for" and said his country will continue
>to advocate for democracy, human rights and freedom. Commenting on the
>blockade consistently put up by Mainland China against the Republic of
>China's re-integration into the community of nations, President Chen
>Shui-Bian said "as far as regaining our much deserved international
>recognition is concerned, the sky is the limit."
>
>He said if his country's plight is noted, it would become a productive
>member
>of the international community. President Chen Shui-Bian and his delegation
>took off at 2pm for Burkina Faso. President Jammeh has accepted an
>invitation
>to visit the Republic of China by his guest.
>
>
>
>
>Ebrima Barry's Father Testifies
>
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