A resolution recognizing the formation of the Alliance for Development in Democracy and urging the United States to pursue deeper ties with its member countries.

This resolution congratulates the Dominican Republic, Panama, Costa Rica, and Ecuador for being members of the Alliance for Development in Democracy. (The Dominican Republic, Panama, and Costa Rica created and later Ecuador joined the Alliance for Development in Democracy as an initiative to strengthen democracy and economic growth through common ties.) It also calls on the President to pursue greater engagement and to deepen regional integration with these countries.

Bill 118 S.Res. 357, also known as a resolution recognizing the formation of the Alliance for Development in Democracy and urging the United States to pursue deeper ties with its member countries, was introduced in the United States Senate. The resolution acknowledges the establishment of the Alliance for Development in Democracy, a coalition of countries committed to promoting democracy, human rights, and economic development in their respective regions.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of strengthening relationships with the member countries of the Alliance for Development in Democracy and encourages the United States to work closely with these nations to advance shared goals and values. It highlights the potential benefits of increased cooperation, including enhanced security, economic growth, and stability in the region.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on the United States government to support the efforts of the Alliance for Development in Democracy in promoting democracy and good governance, as well as in addressing common challenges such as poverty, corruption, and human rights abuses. It also urges the United States to provide assistance and resources to help the member countries of the Alliance achieve their development goals. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 357 underscores the importance of building stronger partnerships with countries that share a commitment to democracy and development, and encourages the United States to actively engage with the Alliance for Development in Democracy to further these shared objectives.