Bill Clinton

“ Pursuant to section 502 (d) of the Trade Act, and having considered the factors set forth in sections 501 and 502 (c) (2) , I have determined that Malaysia is sufficiently advanced in economic development and improved in trade competitiveness that continued preferential treatment under the GSP is not warranted, and that it is appropriate to terminate the designation of Malaysia as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the GSP effective January 1, 1997. ”