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18 Jan 2008
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Peace and Security
Bush Announces Plans To Travel to Africa in 2008
In a speech commemorating World AIDS Day [last] December 1, President Bush says: “The new relationships that America has forged in Africa are a high priority for our nation. I'm pleased to announce that Laura and I will travel to sub-Sahara Africa early next year [2008]. I look forward to seeing the results of America's generosity -- and to assure our friends that they have a steady partner in the United States of America.” (complete text)
United States, Nigeria Renew Ties
After a December 13 White House meeting with Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, President Bush praises the Nigerian leader for being “committed to democracy and rule of law.” Bush describes Yar’Adua as “very articulate in his desire to make sure that the people of Nigeria understand that their government will be fair and transparent, and will be a government of the people.” The two presidents describe their Oval Office meeting as a “good visit.” (complete text)
Rice Consults with African Leaders on Regional Conflicts
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says a comprehensive cease-fire agreement between Somalia’s Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and nonextremist political groups will help facilitate the delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid in the country, and she urges the TFG to “renew and revitalize efforts towards a lasting political solution.” Meeting with African and international leaders in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, she outlines the U.S. commitment to seeking peace, building democracy and fostering prosperity in conflict regions including the Great Lakes, Sudan and the Horn of Africa. (complete text) |
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