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On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
The region will not, in my opinion, develop as it should without strengthening the rule of law and institutions because it will not be able to attract investment in order to build a more secure future.
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Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

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Menendez emphasizes the importance of rule of law for regional development and investment.

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