FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2000

CONTACT: Ray Krauze (202) 225-7931

Rep. Peter Deutsch (FL-20) Statement Announcing His Opposition to Granting Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) to China

     Washington, DC - "Annual review of China's trade status is our most significant opportunity to affect China's compliance with basic human rights and international trade agreements. Passing PNTR today would eliminate our most important tool to help ensure China's compliance in these areas."

     "By rejecting this bill, Congress can revisit the PNTR question in the future after we've had ample opportunity to see if China will live up to its promises."