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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 811
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize the Embassy of the Republic of Angola and the Consulate |
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General of Angola in Houston and join in the celebration of the |
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20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations |
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between Angola and the United States; and |
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WHEREAS, On May 19, 1993, United States President Bill |
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Clinton officially recognized the government of Angola, and the |
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milestone marked a diplomatic turning point for the two nations; and |
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WHEREAS, On the occasion of this anniversary, honored |
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officials from Angola and the United States are gathering for a |
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business symposium that is being held in Houston on May 8, 2013, |
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to highlight investment opportunities between the two countries; |
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the gathering focuses on ways in which they may diversify their |
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trade agreements; and |
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WHEREAS, This conclave between diplomatic allies |
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underscores the many common interests shared by the United States |
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and the Republic of Angola, which range from business |
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opportunities to cultural exchanges; and |
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WHEREAS, It is indeed with great pleasure and pride that |
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the State of Texas welcomes this gathering of dignitaries and |
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celebrates the opportunity to strengthen the bonds between our |
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nations; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, |
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83rd Legislature, hereby welcome the honorable delegates from |
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Angola to the city of Houston on the occasion of the 20th |
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anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between |
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the United States and Angola; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in |
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honor of this event as an expression of high regard from the |
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Texas Senate. |
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Ellis |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on May 2, 2013. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |