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#134
THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL
7:15 PM (L)
6:15 AM EST
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
TEXT OF REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
AT U.S. BANQUET FOR CHINESE OFFICIALS
The Great Wall Sheraton
Beijing, China
February 26, 1989
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our opportunity
to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for last night,
but for your friendship and your contribution to U.S.-Chinese
relations.
Mr. President, I remember well vour productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the prospects for a
new era of Sino-American relations -- prospects for relations
between our respective militarv establishments, the prospects for
international peace and security, and for the reduction of arms.
And I remember that special evening we spent floating on a boat
down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Come back and I guarantee you I will talk with the
weatherman about warmer weather.
Mr. Premier, I recall as well your visit to the United States in
1985, and the chance it gave us to meet and exchange ideas.
During that trip, I know that vou traveled by boat down the
Mississippi River to inspect U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
projects. And you toured Silicon Vallev and Hoover Dam, and saw
the prospects for high technology cooperation which our two
countries can undertake for the benefit of industries and peoples
on both sides of the Pacific.
Together, all of us share a commitment to work for peace, and an
abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know each
other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, Premier Li, I am sure you will not mind if I also
use this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at
lunch today. History tells us that the true test of
statesmanship is whether a leader changes his nation for the
better and, in doing so, whether he sets an example of leadership
for the world to follow. By that test, no one can doubt that
Chairman
Dena
will
be
- 2 -
visit the Houston Rodeo, but he rode into the arena wearing a
ten-gallon hat, and, I might add, he captured the hearts of the
American people, as well.
Not so long ago, China steered a new course., I have had the
occasion these past two days to talk to you, Mr. President, to
Premier Li, to Chairman Deng, and to General Secretarv Zhao about
what China has accomplished and where China is going. We have
also discussed. the future of U.S.-China relations and shared our
perspectives on still-troubled areas of the globe, such as:
Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two nations have a special role to play in the
world, and a special relationship. We have great
responsibilities, and also great possibilities. My
administration hopes to work with you to build this potential
into a greater reality that will help make this world a safer,
more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us all, for today
and for generations to come.
I want you all to know that China and her people will always hold
a very special place in Barbara's heart and in mine. The
American people and the Chinese people have joined in an historic
rendezvous that has become a permanent friendship grounded in
common interests and productive cooperation. So, in closing, I
would ask you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Premier Li; to
the health of Chairman Deng; to the health of General Secretary
Zhao; and to the future of U.S. -China relations, a future filled
with achievement, good fortune, and peace.
# # #
00/11/
master
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S. -HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE in file +
mode on this copy
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT Des in folder
PORTER Phone Des on this
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DARMAN
no comments
STUDDERT
BATES no Des
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY no Aco
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: cards to Cicc.
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
MEMORANDUM
OF CALL
Previous editions usable
TO:
Chriss
YOU WERE CALLED BY-
YOU WERE VISITED BY--
OF (Organization)
PLEASE PHONE
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Prescribed by GSA
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FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
1989 FEB 15 PM 7: 43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace
the
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
ambarked
one
<mcglure
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my mine. heart.
(mcclureD)
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S. HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
PRESIDENT YANG, PREMIER LI, DISTINGUISHED GUESTS:
AFTER LAST NIGHT'S WONDERFUL BANQUET, TONIGHT IS OUR
OPPORTUNITY TO SHOW OUR APPRECIATION. APPRECIATION NOT
ONLY FOR LAST NIGHT, BUT FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP AND YOUR
CONTRIBUTION TO U.S.-CHINESE RELATIONS.
I
2
MR. PRESIDENT, I REMEMBER WELL YOUR PRODUCTIVE VISIT
TO WASHINGTON IN 1987, IN YOUR CAPACITY AS VICE CHAIRMAN
OF THE CENTRAL MILITARY COMMISSION. WE DISCUSSED THE
PROSPECTS FOR A NEW ERA OF SINO-AMERICAN RELATIONS --
PROSPECTS FOR RELATIONS BETWEEN OUR RESPECTIVE MILITARY
ESTABLISHMENTS, THE PROSPECTS FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND
SECURITY, AND FOR THE REDUCTION OF ARMS.
3
AND I REMEMBER THAT SPECIAL EVENING WE SPENT FLOATING ON A
BOAT DOWN THE PoToMac RIVER, WHEN YOU CAPTIVATED US ALL
WITH REMINISCENCES OF YOUR LIFE IN THE TURBULENT CHINA OF
HALF A CENTURY AGO. COME BACK AND I GUARANTEE YOU I WILL
TALK WITH THE WEATHERMAN ABOUT WARMER WEATHER.
MR. PREMIER, I RECALL AS WELL YOUR VISIT TO THE
UNITED STATES IN 1985, AND THE CHANCE IT GAVE US TO MEET
AND EXCHANGE IDEAS.
4
DURING THAT TRIP, I KNOW THAT YOU TRAVELED BY BOAT DOWN
THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER TO INSPECT U.S. ARMY CORPS OF
ENGINEERS PROJECTS. AND YOU TOURED SILICON VALLEY AND
HOOVER DAM, AND SAW THE PROSPECTS FOR HIGH TECHNOLOGY
COOPERATION WHICH OUR TWO COUNTRIES CAN UNDERTAKE FOR THE
BENEFIT OF INDUSTRIES AND PEOPLES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE
PACIFIC.
5
TOGETHER, ALL OF US SHARE A COMMITMENT TO WORK FOR
PEACE, AND AN ABIDING HOPE FOR OUR CHILDREN AND
GRANDCHILDREN TO KNOW EACH OTHER AS FRIENDS IN A WORLD OF
PEACE.
PRESIDENT YANG, PREMIER LI, I AM SURE YOU WILL NOT
MIND IF I ALSO USE THIS OCCASION TO PAY TRIBUTE TO THE MAN
WHO WAS MY HOST AT LUNCH TODAY. HISTORY TELLS US THAT THE
TRUE TEST OF STATESMANSHIP IS WHETHER A LEADER CHANGES HIS
NATION FOR THE BETTER AND, IN DOING so, WHETHER HE SETS AN
EXAMPLE OF LEADERSHIP FOR THE WORLD TO FOLLOW.
BE
6
BY THAT TEST, NO ONE CAN DOUBT THAT CHAIRMAN DENG XIAOPING
WILL BE COUNTED AMONG THE PRE-EMINENT STATESMEN OF OUR
TIMES.
HIS IDEAS, HIS COURAGE, AND HIS ACTIONS HAVE, IN THE
PAST TEN YEARS, MADE A PROFOUND AND VIVID DIFFERENCE FOR
THE BETTER IN THE LIVES OF CHINA'S BILLION PEOPLE AND IN
RELATIONS BETWEEN CHINA AND THE REST OF THE GLOBE. AND HE
HAS SET AN EXAMPLE FOR INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC
REFORM THAT IS BEING ACKNOWLEDGED BY THE NATIONS OF THE
WORLD.
7
I BELIEVE I SPEAK FOR ALL AMERICANS WHEN I SAY CHAIRMAN
DENG ENJOYS OUR DEEPEST RESPECT AND ADMIRATION FOR HIS
ROLE IN IMPROVING U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS.
INCIDENTALLY, PART OF THE REASON WE THOUGHT OF HAVING
THIS TEXAS BAR-B-QUE DINNER, IS THAT WHEN CHAIRMAN DENG
VISITED THE UNITED STATES, HE BECAME AN HONORARY TEXAN.
You SEE, NOT ONLY DID HE VISIT THE HOUSTON RODEO, BUT HE
RODE INTO THE ARENA WEARING A TEN-GALLON HAT, AND, I MIGHT
ADD, HE CAPTURED THE HEARTS OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, AS
WELL.
8
NOT so LONG AGO, CHINA STEERED A NEW COURSE. I HAVE
HAD THE OCCASION THESE PAST TWO DAYS TO TALK TO YOU, MR.
PRESIDENT, TO PREMIER LI, TO CHAIRMAN DENG, AND TO GENERAL
SECRETARY ZHAO ABOUT WHAT CHINA HAS ACCOMPLISHED AND WHERE
CHINA IS GOING. WE HAVE ALSO DISCUSSED THE FUTURE OF
U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS AND SHARED OUR PERSPECTIVES ON
STILL-TROUBLED AREAS OF THE GLOBE, SUCH AS: CAMBODIA,
AFGHANISTAN, KOREA, THE MIDDLE EAST.
9
I HAVE EMERGED FROM THESE TALKS CONVINCED THAT
U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS ARE STRONG. THERE IS ALSO GREAT
POTENTIAL FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENT. OUR TWO NATIONS HAVE A
SPECIAL ROLE TO PLAY IN THE WORLD, AND A SPECIAL
RELATIONSHIP. WE HAVE GREAT RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ALSO
GREAT POSSIBILITIES. MY ADMINISTRATION HOPES TO WORK WITH
YOU TO BUILD THIS POTENTIAL INTO A GREATER REALITY THAT
WILL HELP MAKE THIS WORLD A SAFER, MORE PEACEFUL, AND MORE
PROSPEROUS PLACE FOR US ALL, FOR TODAY AND FOR GENERATIONS
TO COME.
10
I WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT CHINA AND HER PEOPLE WILL
ALWAYS HOLD A VERY SPECIAL PLACE IN BARBARA'S HEART AND IN
MINE. THE AMERICAN PEOPLE AND THE CHINESE PEOPLE HAVE
JOINED IN AN HISTORIC RENDEZVOUS THAT HAS BECOME A
PERMANENT FRIENDSHIP GROUNDED IN COMMON INTERESTS AND
PRODUCTIVE COOPERATION.
11
So, IN CLOSING, I WOULD ASK YOU TO JOIN IN A TOAST:
To THE HEALTH OF PRESIDENT YANG; TO THE HEALTH OF
PREMIER LI; TO THE HEALTH OF CHAIRMAN DENG; TO THE HEALTH
OF GENERAL SECRETARY ZHAO; AND TO THE FUTURE OF U.S.-CHINA
RELATIONS, A FUTURE FILLED WITH ACHIEVEMENT, GOOD FORTUNE,
AND PEACE.
GANBEI!
###
Document No. 007719
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
02/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S. HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT WALL
SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING
(02/17 4:00 p.m. draft)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
A
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
У
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
У
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Klugmann)
February 17, 1989
4:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
1989 FED 17 Pit 6. 12
President Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the prospects for a
new era of Sino-American relations -- prospects for relations
between our respective military establishments, the prospects for
international peace and security, and for the reduction of arms.
And I remember that special evening we spent floating on a boat
down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago.
Mr. Premier, I recall as well your visit to the United
States in 1985, and the chance it gave us to meet and exchange
ideas. During that trip, I know that you traveled by boat down
the Mississippi River to inspect U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
projects. And you toured Silicon Valley and Hoover Dam, and saw
the prospects for high technology cooperation which our two
countries can undertake for the benefit of industries and peoples
on both sides of the Pacific.
- 2 -
Together, all of us share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, Premier Li, I am sure you will not mind if I
also use this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host
at lunch today. History tells us that the true test of
statesmanship is whether a leader changes his Nation for the
better and, in doing so, whether he sets an example of leadership
for the world to follow. By that test, no one can doubt that
Chairman Deng Xiaoping will be counted among the pre-eminent
statesmen of our times. His ideas, his courage, and his actions
have made a profound and vivid difference for the better in the
lives of China's billion people and in relations between China
and the rest of the globe in the past ten years. And he has set
an example for innovative development and economic reform that is
being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I believe I
speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys our
deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, China steered a new course. I have had the
occasion these past two days to talk to you, Mr. President, to
Premier Li, to Chairman Deng, and to General Secretary Zhao about
what China has accomplished and where China is going. We have
also discussed the future of U.S.-China relations and shared our
perspectives on still-troubled areas of the globe, such as:
Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
- 3 -
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world, and a special relationship. We have great
responsibilities, and also great possibilities. My
administration hopes to work with you to build this potential
into a greater reality that will help make this world a safer,
more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us all, for today
and for generations to come.
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in mine. The
American people and the Chinese people have joined in an historic
rendezvous that has become a permanent friendship grounded in
common interests and productive cooperation. So, in closing, I
would ask you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Premier
Li; to the health of Chairman Deng; to the health of General
Secretary Zhao; and to the future of U.S.-China relations, a
future filled with achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
00/719
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
I was out of town on 16 th_
Soran Smr
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
1989 FEB is PM 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
00/719
Document No.
0907
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
February 17, 1989
TO: Chriss Winston
The NSC concurs with changes noted.
B
Brent Scowcroft
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
CC: James W. Cicconi
Ext. 2702
1989 FEB 15 PM 7:43 43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
Premier Li
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
a new eva of
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, [and]the
prospects issues for international of arms control. peace and security, and for the reduction
of arms.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
(INSERT)
all of us
century ago. ^ Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
Presnier Li,
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
INSERT
at that time
I also recall that you took a boat down a river during your visit
to the U.S. in 1985, 1 in your case to inspect U.S. Army Corps of
Engineer projects along the Mississippi River. We had the
opportunity to meet and exchange ideas. Your visits to Silicon
Valley and Hoover Dam highlighted areas of high technology
cooperation which our two countries can undertake, for the
benefit of industries and peoples on both sides of the Pacific.
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
Chairman
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
A
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
in the past ten years
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe. n
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
such as
>and others
the globe;| Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
and a special relationship.
world We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
joined in
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
has become a permanent friendship grounded in common interests and productive
rendezvous that (is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
to the health of Premier Li;
cooperation
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of Seneral Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
Additions to President's toast at US-hosted banquet, February
26, 1989
President 1985 Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests,
1985
Premier I also recall with pleasure your visit to the US that took
(Second Paragraph after " half a century ago." ) Mr.
about
you
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bout
accompanying President Li Xiannian in 1985, when we had the
opportunity to meet and exchange ideas. Your visits to Silicon
Valley and Hoover Dam highlighted areas of high technology
cooperation which our two countries can undertake, for the
your
benefit of industries and peoples on both sides of the Pacific
to
n
Insert: everytime President Yang's title and name are used
-re
5.
together, insert "Premier Li" immediately after "President
985
Yang". Also add in conclusion of toast phrase "to the health
of Premier Li" after phrase "to the health of President Yang. "
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Additions to President's toast at US-hosted banquet, February
26, 1989
President Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests,
(Second Paragraph after " half a century ago. " ) Mr.
Premier, I also recall with pleasure your visit to the US
accompanying President Li Xiannian in 1985, when we had the
opportunity to meet and exchange ideas. Your visits to Silicon
Valley and Hoover Dam highlighted areas of high technology
cooperation which our two countries can undertake, for the
benefit of industries and peoples on both sides of the Pacific
Insert: everytime President Yang's title and name are used
together, insert "Premier Li" immediately after "President
Yang". Also add in conclusion of toast phrase "to the health
of Premier Li" after phrase "to the health of President Yang." "
February 16, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR JIM CICCONI
FROM;
DENISE SCHWARZ
OFFICE OF CABINET AFFAIRS
SUBJECT;
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS; TOAST AT A U.S. HOSTED
BANQUET, GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
LOG # 007719
We have reviewed the remarks and have no changes.
I have called this to Chriss Winston's office directly.
Attachment
no
007719
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S. HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
CABINET AFFAIRS STAFFING MEMORANDUM
Date:
Number:
Due By:
4:00 P.M.
Subject:
Action
FYI
Action
FYI
ALL CABINET MEMBERS
CEA
Vice President
CEQ
OSTP
State
X
Treasury
Defense
Justice
Interior
Agriculture
Commerce
Labor
Scowcroft
HHS
Porter
HUD
Breeden
Transportation
Cicconi (For WH Staffing)
Energy
Education
Veterans
OMB
USTR
Chief of Staff
UN
Executive Secretary for:
CIA
DPC
National Drug Policy
EPC
EPA
GSA
NASA
OPM
SBA
REMARKS:
RETURN TO:
David Q. Bates
Associate Director
Cabinet Secretary
Office of Cabinet Affairs
456-2174
456-2800
(1st Floor, West Wing)
(Room 235, OEOB)
1939 FEB 15 Pil 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
February 16, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Toast at a U.S. - Hosted
Banquet, Great Wall Sheraton Hotel, Beijing, China
The draft remarks should set a positive, cooperative tone
for the banquet.
We have no suggested policy changes and approve of the
draft in its present form.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
1939 FEB 15 Pil 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
00/119
Document No.
0907
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S. HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
TO: Chriss Winston
The NSC concurs with changes noted.
Brent Scowcroft
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
1959 FE3 15 Fil 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
Premier Li
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S. -Chinese relations,
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
a new eva of
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, [and]th
prospects for international peace and security, and for the reduction
issues ssues of arms centrol
of arms.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
(INSERT)
all of us
century ago. ^ Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
Presnier Li,
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
INSERT
I also recall that you took a boat down a river during your visit
to the U.S. in 1985, in your case to inspect U.S. Army Corps of
Engineer projects along the Mississippi River. We had the
opportunity to meet and exchange ideas. Your visits to Silicon
Valley and Hoover Dam highlighted areas of high technology
cooperation which our two countries can undertake, for the
benefit of industries and peoples on both sides of the Pacific.
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
Chairman
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that A Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
in the past ten years
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe. A
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, [just over a decade,] China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
>and others
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
and a special relationship,
world " We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
joined in
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
has become a permanent friendship grounded in common interests and produ
rendezvous that Lis now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
to the health of Premier Li;
cooper
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
see numor changes
Gordon Which
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
1939 FE3 15 Pil 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
embarked on
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
mine
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
007719
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT A U.S. HOSTED BANQUET, GREAT
SUBJECT:
WALL SHERATON HOTEL, BEIJING, CHINA
ACTION FYI
ACTION,FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
WINSTON
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930, by 5:00 PM, TODAY, Feb.
16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
No Comment
12:60 9183363
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
1989 FEB 15 Pil 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
Additions to President's toast at US-hosted banquet, February
26, 1989
President Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests,
(Second Paragraph after " half a century ago. "
)
Mr.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
February 16, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
NELSON LUND mg
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Toast at a U.S. -Hosted
Banquet, Great Wall Sheraton Hotel,
Beijing, China
At James W. Cicconi's request, Counsel's office has reviewed the
captioned remarks. Counsel's office has no objections.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to review these remarks.
CC: C. Boyden Gray
Counsel to the President
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
1989 FEB 15 PM 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of Seneral Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
#3
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
Additions to President's toast at US-hosted banquet, February
26, 1989
President Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests,
(Second Paragraph after " half a century ago. II ) Mr.
Premier, I also recall with pleasure your visit to the US
accompanying President Li Xiannian in 1985, when we had the
opportunity to meet and exchange ideas. Your visits to Silicon
Valley and Hoover Dam highlighted areas of high technology
cooperation which our two countries can undertake, for the
benefit of industries and peoples on both sides of the Pacific
Insert: everytime President Yang's title and name are used
together, insert "Premier Li" immediately after "President
Yang". Also add in conclusion of toast phrase "to the health
of Premier Li" after phrase "to the health of President Yang."
(Klugmann)
February 17, To Pres. 1989
4:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, Premier Li, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the prospects for a
new era of Sino-American relations -- prospects for relations
between our respective military establishments, the prospects for
international peace and security, and for the reduction of arms.
And I remember that special evening we spent floating on a boat
down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago.
Mr. Premier, I recall as well your visit to the United
States in 1985, and the chance it gave us to meet and exchange
ideas. During that trip, I know that you traveled by boat down
the Mississippi River to inspect U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
projects. And you toured Silicon Valley and Hoover Dam, and saw
the prospects for high technology cooperation which our two
countries can undertake for the benefit of industries and peoples
on both sides of the Pacific.
- 2 -
Together, all of us share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, Premier Li, I am sure you will not mind if I
also use this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host
at lunch today. History tells us that the true test of
statesmanship is whether a leader changes his Nation for the
better and, in doing so, whether he sets an example of leadership
for the world to follow. By that test, no one can doubt that
Chairman Deng Xiaoping will be counted among the pre-eminent
statesmen of our times. His ideas, his courage, and his actions
have made a profound and vivid difference for the better in the
lives of China's billion people and in relations between China
and the rest of the globe in the past ten years. And he has set
an example for innovative development and economic reform that is
being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I believe I
speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys our
deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, China steered a new course. I have had the
occasion these past two days to talk to you, Mr. President, to
Premier Li, to Chairman Deng, and to General Secretary Zhao about
what China has accomplished and where China is going. We have
also discussed the future of U.S.-China relations and shared our
perspectives on still-troubled areas of the globe, such as:
Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
- 3 -
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world, and a special relationship. We have great
responsibilities, and also great possibilities. My
administration hopes to work with you to build this potential
into a greater reality that will help make this world a safer,
more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us all, for today
and for generations to come.
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in mine. The
American people and the Chinese people have joined in an historic
rendezvous that has become a permanent friendship grounded in
common interests and productive cooperation. So, in closing, I
would ask you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Premier
Li; to the health of Chairman Deng; to the health of General
Secretary Zhao; and to the future of U.S.-China relations, a
future filled with achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
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2/16/89
2/16/89 5:00 PM
DATE:
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SUBJECT:
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Please forward any comments/recommendations directly to
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16, 1989, with an info copy to my office. Thank you
RESPONSE:
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James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
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1989 FEB 15 PH 7:43
(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S.-HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1989
President Yang, distinguished guests:
After last night's wonderful banquet, tonight is our
opportunity to show our appreciation. Appreciation not only for
last night, but for your friendship and your contribution to
U.S.-Chinese relations.
Mr. President, I remember well your productive visit to
Washington in 1987, in your capacity as Vice Chairman of the
Central Military Commission. We discussed the development and
prospects for Sino-American relations -- prospects for
relationships between our respective military establishments, and
issues of arms control.
And, I remember that special evening on board a boat,
floating down the Potomac River, when you captivated us all with
reminiscences of your life in the turbulent China of half a
century ago. Together, we share a commitment to work for peace,
and an abiding hope for our children and grandchildren to know
each other as friends in a world of peace.
President Yang, I am sure you will not mind if I also use
this occasion to pay tribute to the man who was my host at lunch
today. History tells us that the true test of statesmanship is
- 2 -
whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
so, whether he sets an example of leadership for the world to
follow. By that test, no one can doubt that Deng Xiaoping will
be counted among the pre-eminent statesmen of our times. His
ideas, his courage, and his actions have made a profound and
vivid difference for the better in the lives of China's billion
people and in relations between China and the rest of the globe.
And he has set an example for innovative development and economic
reform that is being acknowledged by the Nations of the world. I
believe I speak for all Americans when I say Chairman Deng enjoys
our deepest respect and admiration for his role in improving
U.S.-China relations.
Not so long ago, just over a decade, China steered a new
course. I have had the occasion these past two days to talk to
you, Mr. President, to Chairman Deng, to General Secretary Zhao,
and to Premier Li about what China has accomplished and where
China is going. We have also discussed the future of U.S.-China
relations and shared our perspectives on still-troubled areas of
the globe: Cambodia, Afghanistan, Korea, the Middle East.
I have emerged from these talks convinced that U.S.-China
relations are strong. There is also great potential for further
development. Our two Nations have a special role to play in the
world. We have great responsibilities, and also great
possibilities. My administration hopes to work with you to build
this potential into a greater reality that will help make this
world a safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous place for us
all, for today and for generations to come.
- 3 -
I want you all to know that China and her people will always
hold a very special place in Barbara's heart and in my heart.
The American people and the Chinese people have an historic
rendezvous that is now in our hands. So, in closing, I would ask
you to join in a toast:
To the health of President Yang; to the health of Chairman
Deng; to the health of General Secretary Zhao and Premier Li; and
to the future of U.S.-China relations, a future filled with
achievement, good fortune, and peace.
Ganbei!
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(Klugmann)
February 15, 1989
6:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TOAST AT U.S. HOSTED BANQUET
GREAT WALL SHERATON HOTEL
BEIJING, CHINA
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whether a leader changes his Nation for the better and, in doing
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