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[…] The United States warmly welcomes the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Kosovo and the Republic of Macedonia, as well as the successful completion of the demarcation of their shared border. We commend the leadership of both countries for their resolve in taking a significant step toward Euro-Atlantic integration by establishing good neighborly relations and enhancing regional stability.  |
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[…] The United States welcomes today’s agreement between the Slovenian and Croatian governments outlining steps to resolve their countries’ differences over a longstanding bilateral border dispute, and enabling renewed progress on Croatia’s EU accession.
In particular, we congratulate Croatian Prime Minister Jadranka Kosor and Slovenian Prime Minister Borut Pahor for their strong personal leadership and strategic vision in reaching this agreement.
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[…] It's a privilege to return to your country. And although I am a few months late, let me say happy birthday on your one year anniversary. (Applause.)
And Mr. President, let me thank you for one of the greatest honors of my career of being awarded the Medal of Freedom. I accept it on behalf of the American people. I do not deserve it, but my country -- my country appreciates your gratitude for what we have attempted to do.  |
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[…] “As representatives of the United States and the European Union, we visited Sarajevo with a message of support and concern. We support Bosnia and Herzegovina, a single state with two entities. We support the Dayton Accords. We support the aspirations of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina to join European and Trans-Atlantic institutions. We also support the reforms that will be needed to realize this European future.  |