09/08/1998
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"I have determined that it is appropriate to modify the application of duty-free treatment under the GSP currently being afforded to certain articles."
"I have determined that Mauritania has not taken and is not taking steps to afford such internationally recognized rights."
"The Senate sent a strong signal to middle class Americans that Washington can work to create jobs, increase incomes, and spur economic growth."
"I intend to suspend Mauritania indefinitely as a designated beneficiary developing country for purposes of the GSP."