Eliot Engel: “It is an absolute insult to ask any country to negotiate with a terrorist entity that denies their very right to exist.”

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

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.

We will continue to call out and hold accountable those who undermine the Dayton Peace Agreement or threaten the country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and multi-ethnic character.

I particularly want to thank Chairman Engel for his leadership, as well as the whole committee, for making the Caesar Act a reality.