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Reelection of Boris Yeltsin, President of the Russian Federation
July 4, 1996
Ottawa, Ontario
Attached is the text of a letter from Prime Minister Jean Chrétien
to the President of the Russian Federation, Boris Yeltsin, congratulating
him on his reelection.
PMO Press Office: (613) 957-5555
His Excellency Boris Yeltsin
President of the Russian Federation
Moscow, Russia
Dear Mr. President,
I would like to offer you my sincere congratulations on your victory
in the presidential election on July 3. The solid majority you
received is a tribute to your vision in leading Russia towards
the 21st century as a dynamic member of the democratic community
of nations.
Under your leadership, Russia has achieved significant progress
in economic and political reform. I am confident that the courage
and determination that transformed Russia in your first term will
continue to serve you well. While challenges still lie ahead,
the Russian people have made a clear choice to continue on the
path of reform in order to build a better future for themselves
and their children.
As you begin your new mandate, I wish to assure you of Canada's
continuing friendship. I look forward to renewing our common efforts
to realize the tremendous potential that exists in the warm and
extensive relationship between Canada and Russia.
Yours sincerely,
Original signed by
Jean Chrétien
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