Eliot Engel: “To be frank, as this committee reads about us being on the brink of a 'historic agreement,' you have a challenge in…”

The citizens of the Western Balkans want a better future for their children, stronger and transparent democracy, accountable governments, and greater economic prosperity and security.

I know Mr. Meeks very well and I know that he will do an excellent job--an excellent job--as chairman.

This legislation could go a long way toward putting Burma back on the path toward democracy.

I introduced the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act several years ago as a response to what we saw in this room.