United States | Jeju Summit

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The C-5Bs would be relocated to Daegu Airport as recommended by the Koreans. They would be appropriately fueled for the journey and the Air Force pilots who flew the aircraft there would fly them to Daegu Airport. This was done secretly, with only American and Korean essential personnel knowing. Presuming that the Korean Air Force jets responded to Air Force One's request for them to identify themselves and their intentions, Air Force One would remain on its flight path to Jeju Island and would take the advice of the best path of travel from the Koreans. Once they were aware that the fighter jets were not hostile, the Secret Service would be thankful that the Koreans deployed an escort through the part of the world that consistently had contested airspace and waters. Meanwhile, Vice President Sinclair and Secretary Fitzgerald were fascinated by the world they had arrived at. Neither of the men, and probably none of their ancestors, had ever set foot on the island before. Vice President Sinclair was most fascinated with the misty mountains off in the distance. He could only imagine that this was the Korean nation's answer to the Hawaiian Islands.

As they two men deplaned they would welcome the greetings of Governor Woo and Vice Minister Chae. The American entourage arrived at the Governor's residence in Vice President Sinclair's motorcade. On the front right and left of the limousines were two small flags: the American flag and the Vice President's standard respectively. After arriving to the Governor's Residence, Vice President Sinclair and Secretary of State Fitzgerald both happily shook hands with President Kim. Vice President Sinclair, who was already unusually tall in the United States, would probably be even more striking among the Koreans. His white hair was relatively combed and his dark blue suit looked pristine. Despite his tall stature, he had the demeanor of a gentle giant or a wise king.

"Mister President, it's an honor to meet you. Thank you for your willingness to host these talks between the United States and Vietnam. I can assure you that it will not be forgotten," he said after bowing, with a friendly, genuine smile on his face as he shook the President's hand. The two posed for a picture with President Kim before being escorted by the President's Chief of Staff. Once the Vietnamese were brought into the room, Vice President Sinclair would find the right time to extend his hand to Vice President Nguyễn Thị Bình as an offer to shake it. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Vice President Nguyen."

Afterwards he would graciously accept his gift from the Korean President. When Sinclair later opened the gift, there was no question that the lighthouses were going to have a place on his desk in the Capitol Building when he returned home to the United States. Secretary Fitzgerald was carrying with him a black leather briefcase which he considered diplomatic cargo, but he would have allowed the Koreans to X-ray it if they found that entirely necessary. He quietly opened it from his place at the table and removed to bags, one which had a Korean flag, and one which had a Vietnamese flag. Fitzgerald brought them to Vice President Sinclair.

"Gentlemen," the Vice President said when there was a free moment for him to talk. "I want to thank you, President Kim, and you, Vice President Nguyen, for making this meeting possible today. On behalf of the United States, I have these gifts for you both, as a token of appreciation from the American people."

Secretary Fitzgerald brought President Kim's gift to him and then Vice President Nguyen's gift to him. Both of the gifts were lightly wrapped within the small bags that they came in. Contained within President Kim's brightly-colored bag were two gifts from his home State of Maine including a glass jar of locally-produced maple syrup and a beautiful, thick blanket that had the Portland Head lighthouse on it. Vice President Nguyen's gift were also local gifts from Maine which included: milk chocolate covered blueberries, a glass jar of locally-sourced honey, and a small smooth and polished board of Aspen wood that had the Vietnamese Declaration of Independence etched into it. The black words had been etched using a heating instrument that burned the wood. It had a thin finish on it to preserve the board.

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Nguyễn Thị Bình smiled subtly at the words and gifts, accepting them as they came. Inspecting each gift as they were given to her. The one that pleased her the most however was the polished aspen wood board that had the Vietnamese Declaration of Independence etched into it. She would read it slowly and dutifully appreciating the gift. "This is a most wonderful gift. It shall have a place in my office for so long as I am there." she commented before looking over the milk chocolate covered blueberries, and the honey. How delightful.

She would gesture one of her aides over whom carried a suitcase with care. A gift to Governor Woo in the form of ceramic handmade Vietnamese dinnerware. Each piece containing in it the Emblem of Sadec province from which Nguyễn Thị Bình had been born. To President Kim a white silk handkerchief with the emblem of the Vietnam Women's Union on one side and the South Vietnamese Women's Liberation Association on the other. Then finally to the Vice President of the United States was given multiple gifts. A hand made porcelain tea set with the tea pot featuring the emblem of the Provisional Revolutionary Government of the Republic of South Vietnam in the middle. A leather bound notebook with a fountain pen both with the emblem of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the words Bộ Giáo dục và Đào tạo (Ministry of Education and Training). A bottle of Vang Da Lat wine produced in Dalat.

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Vice President Nguyễn Thị Bình and her delegation would find motorcade open to her inspection, with the well maintained and cleaned Korean vehicles polished to its factory settings. From the airport to the residence of the Governor, the Vietnamese would see the streets busy and filled with people walking around and enjoying the island. The Motorcade would pass many parts of the city, and see it for its own interpretations. As they entered the Governor's residence, the complex was a very contrasting sight. Vice President Nguyen and President Kim would take their photos, as they exchanged words, President Kim smiled and listened, and turning towards the complex inviting her inside first. "As do I Vice President Nguyen. May we build a legacy of peace and harmony for our children and future generations." The President would of course invite to give her offerings, although a bit strange to the Koreans, it would not be taken in any affront. Inside, President Kim responded to Vice President Nguyen as the four sat down inside the residence. "Well, the Governor and the people of Jeju have done much to preserve their history and our heritage. I hope as well that Vietnam can hold onto its rich history and identity as it advances rapidly with development projects." d

President Kim would graciously shake hands with the US Vice President, tall in is stature and demeanor, President Kim listened to the translator as she relayed the American's words. "Thank you Vice President Sinclair for coming. I am extremely hopeful we can accomplish much." As the American bowed, President Kim reciprocated in an equal manner in affirmation of his cultural pleasantry. Inside, President Kim would bring the three together as he watched the American and Vietnamese leaders exchange words and gifts. The President would of course accept the gifts handed on behalf of Korea. "Thank you Vice President Sinclair for your thoughtful gestures and gifts, they are most appreciated. I hope this friendly spirit we have opened with will carry into our discussions and negotiations." The President would place the gift to his side as he watched the American Vice President share a gift with his Vietnamese counterpart. As the Vietnamese Vice President extended a gift from her hometown as well, President Kim took the white silk handkerchief with extreme care and fascination as he eyed the embroideries. The Governor would treat his guests to a wide selection of tea as President Kim opened with some basic remarks. " Thank you Vice Presidents Sinclair and Nguyen for your willingness to meet face to face. The perspectives and relations of your nation's experiences in the 20th century are an arduous reminder of the consequences of ideologically driven interactions. As we set aside the fabric of our societal views and ideological understanding of the world, I hope that we can make significant progress in normalization of your diplomatic relations. I hope you will show me humility me in these talks, and only see me as a neutral mediator with the goal of assisting the normalization of your relations. I know that the experiences we have in our lives shape us, for as long as we have live, they will continue to shape us. I also know, that in this moment, whatever decisions are made, whatever agreements are struck, will have a profound impact on the livelihoods and futures of millions of people for decades to come. Vice Presidents, I hope that we can achieve a lot, and while I stroke the keys of optimism I equally understand the political limitations and voices of dissent in your populations and even governments. Regardless, I hope that all these worries will be quelled with the high show of openness and kindness shown by you two today."

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"Thank you, President Kim. Time has proven again and again that unlikely friends and allies can make some of the biggest impacts in history. While there are things that we may disagree on, there is so much more that we can agree on and hopefully work together on. The entire region of Southeast Asia has so much to offer the world and itself. After the great hospitality from you, and the kind greeting of Vice President Nguyen, I am confident that we will make much progress today," Vice President Sinclair said.

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"Indeed I believe that confidence is placed well as we have entered these talks in earnest without the implications of the early parts of the 20th century. It is my hope that as this century closes that we can we can once more be unlikely friends. While I was not involved personally at that time, when your OSS agents helped us throw the yoke of Japanese Imperialism... I believe that shows what you are speaking of. This coming together to make the largest splashes in the ocean of history. The ripples of which are still here today." she wanted to say more, about what happened afterwards, but decided to hold it in the spirit of this meeting. She adjusted in her seat a little before continuing. "But yes, there is much progress to be made. These talks being the first steps in something much greater without a doubt. I have been informed that the National Assembly is willing to vote on the matter of the reinstatement of two political parties that were disbanded in 1988. The Socialist Party of Vietnam, and the Democratic Party of Vietnam. The odds look like they are favorable towards approval. There are many skeptics of course, many who do not see the need to bring back a three party system." she paused for a moment. "Much of what I said though was a part of preliminary talks, I was informed that you have additional... ideas?" she asked looking at the American Vice President curiously with analyzing eyes.

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"Returning Vietnam to being a multi-party state where the people are able to choose from a diverse group of parties, as you have stated, would be a massive leap in the positive direction," Vice President Sinclair said. "I have a list of actions that I think would be best for our governments to take. While I could make this sound like a quid pro quo, or tic for tac, I think it would be better for us to look at them as a reasonable things we can do together, and things we can do separately to build cooperation and trust between our governments. First, I'll start with the mutual actions.

"The United States government and the Vietnamese government will mutually recognize each other as sovereign and legitimate. Next, our governments will offer embassies to each other and dispatch ambassadors and diplomatic staffs to man these embassies permanently.

Next, in regard to Vietnamese actions, your government will commit to meaningful legal reforms that will allow other political parties to form and be a part of the Vietnamese legislature. Also, your government would commit to beginning human rights reforms and minor economic reforms such as the ownership of private property," he said.

"The United States, therefor, will lift the American embargo on Vietnam. If your government was willing to go this far, I think that we could establish formal trade routes between our nations to build small links between our economies that will hopefully grow. Next, the United States will commit to assisting the Vietnamese government in cleaning up agent orange contamination in Vietnam. While this is a large task, I can assure you that the rainforests and jungles of Vietnam, but even more importantly the people of Vietnam, are a concern of the Gore Administration from both an environmental and humanitarian standpoint. Finally, there will be American commitment to leasing Hamilton-class cutters to Vietnam along with a formal handing-over ceremony where American and Vietnamese personnel can meet and enjoy a reception together," the Vice President said.

"I'm sure our people can quickly have these things brought to paper, I can sense that we have some of the brightest minds from Vietnam and the United States here today. I think both of our governments will be giving, both of our governments will be taking, and most importantly they will be working together. If we can take these first steps... it will be more than anyone could have expected us to do. Please tell me," Sinclair said sincerely, "is what I've said so far sound reasonable? What do you think?" he asked in a friendly and sincere way, the way a friend talks to another when they genuinely want input.

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"I think for the most part what you have requested is actionable, and that we can move forward on it. The reinstitution of a multi party system is something that has been discussed, and the majority of the National Assembly have stated that they can back this move. The opening of embassies and a recognition of one another's governments is something we can agree to."

"We can commit to human right's reforms... freedom of expression, right to profess religion, and Et cetera. Many of which are evident in our constitution, but have perhaps been muddled by later legislation. We are also willing to undertake economic reforms. Would the expansion of our economic reforms... Đổi Mới suffice? Something to strengthen our pursuit of a socialist-oriented market economy no doubt. But, there is one thing that can and will not occur. Private property is something the National Assembly will outright refuse. The state and by extension the people of Vietnam as a whole own the land in Vietnam, and single persons cannot own private land. We can however strengthen Land Use Rights and Land Use Right Certificates. Foreign entities can pursue a Land Lease which we can also strengthen. But, you will find the abolishment of common ownership of land will lead to stiff resistance."

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"I understand that there will be resistance to the abolishment of common ownership of land.. The alternatives that you have mentioned, including the strengthening of 'Land Use Rights' and 'Land Use Right Certificates' would still be an extraordinary gesture. The 'Innovative Reforms'.... 'Đổi Mới,'" he said with a bit of New England grit, but clear enough for a Vietnamese speaker to understand, "have and will continue to transition Vietnam to a more prosperous society, no doubt. If you don't mind us discussing the Hamilton-class cutters right now..." he said, waiting for her to indicate it was okay, and then moving forward, "I believe it would be reasonable to lease them to your government for their production cost. We could set up a lease agreement for... two years? If our negotiations today end up being fruitful, then after two years - or perhaps even before the lease is up - fully transfer ownership of the cutters to your government, permanently. Was there a number of cutters that you hand in mind?" Sinclair asked.

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"I thank you for your understanding on the position we have when it comes to common ownership of land. While the system is different then your own we believe that with a proper strengthening of current systems the individual can still prosper in it, even more then previously. This combined with our progress of Đổi Mới will ensure that our economy and society develop in a healthy manner. Not to mention, with the inclusion of multiple political parties this is a system that can be challenged in the future should the people wish it."

"We understand that there is only a limited number of the Hamilton-class cutters in service, and while ideally we would want all twelve to ensure total security of our waters, we realize a more realistic number is six. If that is not doable we can settle for three and work around the limitations. The two year lease and the requirements with it are agreeable. We are interested in a handoff ceremony between our coast guards."

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“Six cutters sounds more than reasonable,” he said. “Once we start to make some progress on what we have discussed I’m positive that the White House would be willing to issue Vietnam another six, if you so desired them. Would you prefer the handoff ceremony to be in Vietnam, or the United States? While we would be more than happy to host it in Guam or Hawaii, we would be equally honored to do it in Vietnam as well,” he said.

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"I believe that US Coast Guard Base Honolulu would suffice for the transfer ceremony. As it is a ship of the US Coast Guard it would be best to have the ceremony occur there. After this meeting has concluded I can guarantee that my government will begin moving on the promises made here today. As for the agent orange clean up mentioned earlier, how soon after we begin our changes can that begin? In return for this we will increase our efforts and allow searches in regards to those who are missing in action since the war. So that we may have closure on both ends."

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President Kim would nod his head as he listened to the discussions continue. Seeing a slight stall, the President would present a proposed text, not complete, but, a basis for the two sides to turn their discussions into a singable agreement. "If I may. Our Government previously compiled the following language for an agreement earlier this month before the summit. We propose the following for the normalization agreement. This is just the foundation, for both sides to build up upon. We see the desire to acquire weapons to be better left in vague terms to allow a continued expansion of the provisions of this resolution. It also has more wider security cooperation provisions to complement the exchange of advanced weapons. As for the joint efforts to find the remains of fallen warriors of your war, we believe that it would be more appropriate to do so in a separate agreement. However, these are only our suggestions, please, take what is important and reject what is not appropriate." The black binder would be handed out to the two Vice Presidents.
Treaty of Normalization and Cooperation between the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Vietnam and the United States,
Desiring to strengthen the bonds of peace and friendship, and to uphold the principles of individual liberty and the rule of law,
Desiring further to encourage closer economic cooperation between them and to promote conditions of economic stability and well-being in their countries,
Reaffirming their faith in the purpose and principles of the Charter of the Global Assembly, and their desire to live in peace with all peoples and all governments,
Recognizing that they have the inherent right of individual self-defense as affirmed in the Charter of the Global Assembly,
Considering that they have a common concern in the maintenance of international peace and security,
Having resolved to conclude a treaty of normalization and cooperation,
Therefore agree as follows:
ARTICLE I
The Parties undertake, as set forth in the Charter of the Global Assembly, to settle any international disputes in which they may be involved by peaceful means in such a manner that international peace and security and justice are not endangered and to refrain in their international relations of any state, or in any other manner inconsistent with the purposes of the Global Assembly.

The Parties will endeavor in concert with other peace-loving countries to strengthen the Global Assembly so that its mission of maintaining international peace and security may be discharged more effectively.

The Parties shall abrogate their grievances and issues in a manner befitting their status as nations and shall be done in accordance to the amnity and goodwill established in Jeju, Korea, on the occasion of the Summit between the Vice Presidents of the respective participants.

The Parties are encouraged, as set forth in the Charter of the Global Assembly, to take measures to advance the peaceful co-existence and management of relations, in a manner that international peace and cooperation may flourish
ARTICLE II
The Parties will contribute toward the further development of peaceful and friendly international relations by strengthening their institutions, by bringing about a better understanding of the principles upon which these institutions are founded, and by promoting conditions of stability and well-being. They will seek to encourage economic collaboration between them.

The United States shall, effective with the signing and ratification of this treaty, remove all existing sanctions and financial limitations on institutions, persons, and organs of Vietnam in accordance with the general spirit of this Treaty.

The United States shall, effective with the signing and ratification of this treaty, remove all social limitations on the movement of people between the parties, noting, such provisions of Article II shall not be interpreted as conferring privilege status to Vietnamese passport holders, and that such provisions shall not affect existing standards of visa-issuing to foreign nationals by the respective US agencies and its acceptance.

Vietnam shall, effective with the signing and ratification of this treaty, remove all existing economic limitations on institutions, persons, and organs of the United States in accordance with the general spirit of this Treaty.

Vietnam shall, effective with the signing and ratification of this treaty, remove all social limitations on the movement of people between the parties, noting, such provisions of Article II shall not be interpreted as conferring privilege status to American passport holders, and that such provisions shall not affect existing standards of visa-issuing to foreign nationals by the respective Vietnamese agencies and its acceptance.

Both parties shall, effective with the signing and ratification of this treaty normalize relations and exchange diplomatic missions in accordance to the relevant Global Assembly resolution on diplomacy rights and obligations.
ARTICLE III
The Parties, individually and in cooperation with each other, by means of continuous and effective self-help and mutual aid will maintain and develop, subject to their constitutional provisions, their sharing of information, tools and resources, and other means of assistance to resist armed attack.
ARTICLE IV
The Parties will consult together from time to time regarding the implementation of this Treaty, and, at the request of either Party, whenever the security of the parties is threatened.
ARTICLE V
For the purpose of contributing to the security of Vietnam and the maintenance of international peace and security in the Southeast Asian Region, the United States of America shall as part of its commitment under Articles III & IV permit the sale of advanced weapons systems for the use of the Vietnamese Armed Forces in accordance to the rules of war and ethical standards of the United States and her constitutional organs.

The United States, will, in its deliberations, not be in violation of this treaty for the temporary withholding of weapons and lethal aid to Vietnam, for violations of the provisions of this treaty, its international obligations, or the conditions of foreign military sales as outlined by the US Government clearly.

Vietnam, will, in exchange for access to advanced weapons & systems, commit itself to ethical standards, cooperation in the sharing of intelligence with the United States, .
ARTICLE VI
This Treaty does not affect and shall not be interpreted as affecting in any way the rights and obligations of the Parties under the Charter of the Global Assembly or the responsibility of the Global Assembly for the maintenance of international peace and security.
ARTICLE VII
This Treaty shall be ratified by Vietnam and the United States of America in accordance with their respective constitutional processes and will enter into force on the date on which the instruments of ratification thereof have been exchanged by them in Hanoi.
ARTICLE IX
The parties may terminate this agreement after the completion of a (6) six month notice. The parties may unilaterally decide without the consent of the other to terminate this agreement through a secure message to the respective Head of State of the other party.

The parties may terminate this agreement without the (6) six month waiting period if both parties consent to the termination. The termination must still be channeled through official communications between the Head of States of both parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the undersigned Plenipotentiaries have signed this Treaty.

DONE in duplicate at Jeju in the Vietnamese and English languages, both equally authentic.
FOR THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM:
NAME, POSITION
FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

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After reviewing the Korean draft and going over the details that had been discussed by both parties, Secretary of State Fitzgerald compiled a treaty-draft which he handed to Vice President Sinclair, who handed it over to his Vietnamese counterpart. "This is a draft, so please let me know if there is anything we may have missed or anything else that we should perhaps add," he said as he passed a copy over.

Treaty of Jeju 1999​

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CONTEXT​

The Treaty of Jeju is between the nations of the United States of America (also referred to as the United States or the American Government) and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (also referred to as Vietnam or the Vietnamese Government). This treaty is meant to foster the spirit of mutual recognition, cooperation, and friendship between the American and Vietnamese governments. Contained within this treaty are various arrangements that will help normalize relations between the United States and Vietnam.​

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ARTICLE 1
PEACEFUL RESOLUTION OF DIFFERENCES
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1.1 The Parties shall abrogate their grievances and issues in a manner befitting their status as nations and shall be done in accordance to the amnity and goodwill established in Jeju, Korea, on the occasion of the Summit between the Vice Presidents of the respective participants.

a. The Parties are encouraged, as set forth in the Charter of the Global Assembly, to make measures to advance the peaceful co-existence and management of relations, in a manner that international peace and cooperation may flourish.​

ARTICLE 2
POLITICAL AGREEMENTS
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2.1 The Vietnamese government agrees to the reinstatement of the Socialist Party of Vietnam and the Democratic Party of Vietnam by the year 2000 A.D.

a. This would mean allowing members from these parties to run for political office, especially in Vietnam's National Assembly, and allowing them to be legislators with full voting rights as Communist Party members.​

2.2 The United States and Vietnamese governments mutually recognize each other as fully sovereign and legitimate through the ratification of this treaty.

a. Both parties will each appoint and dispatch an ambassador to the other's capital, and both parties will provide an embassy for said ambassadors and their staffs to work out of.​

2.3 The Vietnamese government shall legislate human rights reforms that will include strengthening and protecting, through legal statute, the rights to: freedom of speech and expression and the freedom of religion before the year 2000 A.D.
2.4 The Vietnamese government shall strengthen, through legal statute: Land Use Rights and Land Use Right Certificates, as well as Land Lease for foreign entities.
2.5 The United States government shall assist Vietnam in the environmental cleanup of "Agent Orange" contamination once items 2.1, 2.3, and 2.4 have been satisfied.

a. The United States will contribute to this effort with assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency, the United States Forest Service, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, and other agencies as deemed necessary by the President of the United States, and permittable by Vietnam.
b. Vietnam and the United States will work together to identify the remains of servicemen in Vietnam and repatriate them to the United States.​

2.6 The United States transfer six Hamilton-class cutters to Vietnam. Vietnam will only pay the United States the production cost for each cutter.

a. If Vietnam fulfills all of the measures laid out in this treaty in the timeframe that is stated for each item, then the United States will sell a further six Hamilton-class cutters to Vietnam for no more than the production cost of each cutter. Vietnam will not resell any of these twelve cutters to any other nation, but may scrap them at any time.

ARTICLE 3
TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
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3.1 The United States of America or the Socialist Republic of Vietnam may terminate this treaty after a [1] month notice has been issued. To terminate this agreement, a secure message that clearly states that this agreement is being terminated must be sent through the proper channels from the head of state of either party to the head of state of the other party. If both nations wish to terminate this agreement, no [1] month notice is needed.


Signed for the United States of America,

President of the United States


Signed for the Socialist Republic of Vietnam,

President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam​

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Nguyễn Thị Bình would read through both and in order of when they were handed to her. She took her time, examining the wording as they went along. "This, is most agreeable." she said as she sat down the Jeju treaty. "I believe I can sign this, and then pass it on to the National Assembly for ratification. "May I have a pen?" she asked.

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The Korean President would hand over his personal pen to the Vice President for her to sign the Jeju Treaty, happy that a compromise had been reached and agreement to normalize relations and expand cooperation. Considering it a major achievement for the two countries. "Please Madame Vice President." The President said as he handed over the pen for the Vice President to sign. "We can also move this to a more public session if you two would like the media to capture this moment?"

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If his Vietnamese colleagues did not mind, Vice President Sinclair and the American delegation would not object to a select few Vietnamese, Korean, and American photojournalists inside to capture the historic moment of the two Vice Presidents signing the both copies of the Jeju Treaty. Once Vice President Nguyễn signed the two copies, Vice President Sinclair would sign the two copies as well. If his Vietnamese colleague was up to it, he would stand up and walk to an opening beside the table and offer to shake her hand so that the press had a few more good pictures to send home.

"Madame Vice President, this is a historic agreement between our countries. This will be a true message of hope for everyone around the world, regardless of their government, ideology, or political persuasions. When push comes to shove, we can all work together for the betterment of mankind," he said. While the Vietnamese likely had a number of stereotypes in mind of American politicians, Vice President Sinclair likely didn't fit the mold. It seemed that when he spoke he meant what he said. The treaty would only now need to be sent back to Washington for President Gore to sign and for the Senate to ratify.

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There would be no objection from the Vietnamese Vice President whom would agree to make this more public for the sake of documentation. Vice President Nguyễn would for the photographers and those that would record the incident sign the documents. Using their best signature they could muster before setting the pen down. Making sure to take long enough to give the photographers their chance. This moment reminded her much of past historic moments she had been a part of. Would this be her last touch on history? Her last effort? Only time would tell, but regardless, this was a good moment. She would then stand up, and take the hand that was offered, shaking the American Vice President's hand following the signing.

"Let this moment set an eternal precedent for all nations around the world. That diplomacy and peace are always an option. That we can walk and work together towards the bright future of humankind." all that was left now was for the National Assembly to ratify the treaties upon return to Vietnam.

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The Treaty of Jeju had now been signed by both the American and Vietnamese Vice Presidents. This was, of course, mostly symbolic for the United States and probably the Vietnamese as well. However, it would only be a short matter of time before President Gore would be able to review the treaty and sign it himself. Then it would only need Senate ratification. Vice President Sinclair and Secretary Fitzgerald continued on with the celebratory pictures with the Vietnamese and the Koreans and some of the other events planned for the day. With that being said, the international situation was worrisome. Vice President Sinclair and Secretary Fitzgerald were asked by the White House to return to Washington as soon as possible. Once the celebration was over with the Vietnamese and Koreans, the Vice President and Secretary of State would board Air Force 2, along with the rest of the Americans who had travelled there. The Americans that had travelled to Jeju, along with the military aircraft, soldiers, and airmen who had come, would leave with their equipment and vehicles in the same way as they had come. The aircraft were appropriately fueled for their trips and departed, flying at the appropriate altitude and the appropriate speed with the correct crews and same pilots from before who were rotated and well-rested. The military aircraft in Korea would return to their appropriate bases in the United States and Air Force 2, after taking the same route as before but in reverse, would land at Andrews Air Force Base. Both the Vice President and the Secretary of State would immediately travel to the White House to review the treaty with the President and then formally submit it to the Senate for ratification.

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