THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2009
Statement by the President on the Death of Former President Roh Moo-hyun of the Republic of Korea
I was saddened by the news of the death of former President Roh Moo-hyun of the Republic of Korea.
During his tenure, President Roh contributed to the strong and vital relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea.
On behalf of government of the United States, I offer my condolences to his family and to the Korean people.
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