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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
(Rome, Italy)
For Immediate Release
May 26, 1989
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
UPON ARRIVAL IN ROME, ITALY
Ciampino Airport
Rome, Italy
10:27 P.M. (L)
THE PRESIDENT: Well, let me begin by thanking all of you
and my personal friend, my good friend, Prime Minister De Mita for
welcoming us to Italy at this late hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and that's still true. And it is very fitting that here I
begin my first step on this first trip to Europe as President of the
United States.
Italy has long been a wellspring of Western culture and
Western values -- fostering the Alliance and a more unified Europe.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly the
United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as a
staunch ally and as a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have
been ready to strengthen the Alliance. And when Europe appeared
ready to loosen the ties that sustained it, you kept these important
trans-Atlantic ties alive and strong. And when conflict has
solutions. threatened, you have been in the front ranks of those searching for
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It's a bond of family, of culture, of shared interests and common
vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be sure that our
friendship will endure.
Mr. Prime Minister, when we last met, we talked of new
developments around the world -- of change in the East, of new
opportunities for arms reduction, of the growing unity of Europe.
And in recent weeks I've spoken of America's vision for world peace.
I have said that we are prepared to move beyond containment, toward
policy that works to bring the Soviet Union into the community of
nations. We will be actively engaged in Eastern Europe, promoting
measures to encourage political and economic liberalization in
Poland. The United States welcomes a stronger and more united
Europe. We believe --- as I know you do -- that European unity and
the trans-Atlantic partnership reinforce each other.
Over the next two days, we'll have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as partners, certainly as friends. And I
hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared expectations for
the future -- and by our determination to see our future succeed.
this Wall welcome.
I am delighted to be back in Rome. Thank you again for
END
10:30 P.M. (L)
REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
LET ME BEGIN BY THANKING ALL OF YOU -- AND OUR GOOD
FRIEND PRIME MINISTER DE MITA -- FOR WELCOMING US TO
ITALY AT THIS LATE HOUR.
SINCE ANCIENT TIMES, THE SAYING GOES, "ALL ROADS
LEAD TO ROME" -- AND IT'S STILL TRUE.
- 2 -
IT IS FITTING THAT HERE I BEGIN MY FIRST TRIP TO EUROPE
AS PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
ITALY HAS LONG BEEN A WELLSPRING OF WESTERN
CULTURE, AND WESTERN VALUES -- FOSTERING THE ALLIANCE,
AND A MORE UNIFIED EUROPE. I HOPE THAT OUR VISIT TO
ROME WILL DEMONSTRATE JUST HOW STRONGLY THE UNITED
STATES RESPECTS -- AND APPRECIATES -- ITALY'S ROLE AS A
STAUNCH ALLY, AND A CONSTANT FRIEND.
- 3 -
WHEN OUR COMMON SECURITY HAS BEEN THREATENED, YOU
HAVE BEEN READY TO STRENGTHEN THE ALLIANCE. WHEN
EUROPE APPEARED READY TO LOOSEN THE TIES THAT SUSTAINED
IT, YOU KEPT THESE IMPORTANT TRANS-ATLANTIC TIES ALIVE
AND STRONG. WHEN CONFLICT HAS THREATENED, YOU HAVE
BEEN IN THE FRONT RANKS OF THOSE SEARCHING FOR
SOLUTIONS.
- 4 -
THE BOND BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND ITALY RUNS
DEEP. IT IS A BOND OF FAMILY; OF CULTURE; OF SHARED
INTERESTS AND COMMON VISION. THE WORLD AROUND US IS
CHANGING, BUT WE CAN BE SURE THAT OUR FRIENDSHIP WILL
ENDURE.
MR. PRIME MINISTER, WHEN WE LAST MET, WE TALKED OF
NEW DEVELOPMENTS AROUND THE WORLD -- OF CHANGE IN THE
EAST, OF NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARMS REDUCTION, OF THE
GROWING UNITY OF EUROPE.
- 6 -
WE BELIEVE -- AS I KNOW YOU DO -- THAT EUROPEAN UNITY
AND THE TRANS-ATLANTIC PARTNERSHIP REINFORCE EACH
OTHER.
OVER THE NEXT TWO DAYS, WE WILL HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE IN RENEWED DIALOGUE, AS PARTNERS,
AND AS FRIENDS. I HOPE THAT OUR CONVERSATIONS ARE
SHAPED BY OUR SHARED EXPECTATIONS FOR THE FUTURE -- AND
BY OUR DETERMINATION TO SEE THAT FUTURE SUCCEED.
I AM DELIGHTED TO BE HERE. THANK YOU.
- 5 -
IN RECENT WEEKS, I HAVE SPOKEN OF AMERICA'S VISION
FOR WORLD PEACE. I HAVE SAID WE ARE PREPARED TO MOVE
BEYOND CONTAINMENT, TOWARD POLICY THAT WORKS TO BRING
THE SOVIET UNION INTO THE COMMUNITY OF NATIONS. WE
WILL BE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN EASTERN EUROPE, PROMOTING
MEASURES TO ENCOURAGE POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC
LIBERALIZATION IN POLAND. THE UNITED STATES WELCOMES A
STRONGER AND MORE UNITED EUROPE.
6:15pm pm
THE WHITE HOUSE
5/24
WASHINGTON
May 23, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON Cu
FROM:
MARK LANGE mf
REGARDING:
ARRIVAL STATEMENT: ROME, ITALY
I. SUMMARY
Attached is a brief statement to be given upon your arrival
at the Ciampino Airport in Rome, Italy, at 10:15 pm on Friday,
May 26. You will be met by an official Italian delegation of
roughly twelve people, led by Prime Minister De Mita. The
arrival is closed to the general public, but several hundred
members of the press are expected to attend.
II. DISCUSSION
This statement serves as a simple thanks for your reception
States and Italy.
in Rome and as a comment on the strong ties that bind the United
(Lange/Wallace)
May 24, 1989
6:00 p.m.
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting that here I begin my
first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
Italy has long been a wellspring of Western culture, and
Western values -- fostering the Alliance, and a more unified
Europe. I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how
strongly the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's
role as a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
loosen the ties that sustained it, you kept these important
trans-Atlantic ties alive and strong. When conflict has
threatened, you have been in the front ranks of those searching
for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
Mr. Prime Minister, when we last met, we talked of new
developments around the world -- of change in the East, of new
opportunities for arms reduction, of the growing unity of Europe.
In recent weeks, I have spoken of America's vision for world
peace. I have said we are prepared to move beyond containment,
toward policy that works to bring the Soviet Union into the
community of nations. We will be actively engaged in Eastern
Europe, promoting measures to encourage political and economic
liberalization in Poland. The United States welcomes a stronger
and more united Europe. We believe -- as I know you do -- that
European unity and the trans-Atlantic partnership reinforce each
other.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as partners, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
3
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
6:15 pm
THE WHITE HOUSE
5/24
WASHINGTON
May 23, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON Cu
FROM:
MARK LANGE mf
REGARDING:
ARRIVAL STATEMENT: ROME, ITALY
I. SUMMARY
Attached is a brief statement to be given upon your arrival
at the Ciampino Airport in Rome, Italy, at 10:15 pm on Friday,
May 26. You will be met by an official Italian delegation of
roughly twelve people, led by Prime Minister De Mita. The
arrival is closed to the general public, but several hundred
members of the press are expected to attend.
II. DISCUSSION
This statement serves as a simple thanks for your reception
in Rome and as a comment on the strong ties that bind the United
States and Italy.
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
----
DATE: 5/25/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TRIP TO EUROPE
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
The attached remarks have been forwarded to the President:
1. Andrews Departure Statement
6. Arrival -- Bonn
2. Arrival -- Rome
7. Lunch with Queen Elizabeth II
3. Toast with Prime Minister DeMita
4. Memorial Day Speech ------------------------- Nettuno, Italy
5. Arrival -- Brussels
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
1908 MAY 24 PM
May 23, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON CW
FROM:
MARK LANGE mf
REGARDING:
ARRIVAL STATEMENT: ROME, ITALY
I. SUMMARY
Attached is a brief statement to be given upon your arrival
at the Ciampino Airport in Rome, Italy, at 10:15 pm on Friday,
May 26. You will be met by an official Italian delegation of
roughly twelve people, led by Prime Minister De Mita. The
arrival is closed to the general public, but several hundred
members of the press are expected to attend.
II. DISCUSSION
This statement serves as a simple thanks for your reception
in Rome and as a comment on the strong ties that bind the United
States and Italy.
(Lange/Wallace)
May 24, 1989
6:00 p.m.
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting that here I begin my
first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
Italy has long been a wellspring of Western culture, and
Western values -- fostering the Alliance, and a more unified
Europe. I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how
strongly the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's
role as a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
loosen the ties that sustained it, you kept these important
trans-Atlantic ties alive and strong. When conflict has
threatened, you have been in the front ranks of those searching
for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
Mr. Prime Minister, when we last met, we talked of new
developments around the world -- of change in the East, of new
opportunities for arms reduction, of the growing unity of Europe.
In recent weeks, I have spoken of America's vision for world
peace. I have said we are prepared to move beyond containment,
toward policy that works to bring the Soviet Union into the
community of nations. We will be actively engaged in Eastern
Europe, promoting measures to encourage political and economic
liberalization in Poland. The United States welcomes a stronger
and more united Europe. We believe -- as I know you do -- that
European unity and the trans-Atlantio partnership reinforce each
other.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as partners, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
3
I àm delighted to be here. Thank you.
(Lange/Wallace)
May 24, 1989
2:30 p.m.
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL --- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you --- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita ---- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting that here I begin my
first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
Italy has long been a well-spring of Western culture, and
Western values -- which foster the Alliance, and a more unified
Europe. I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how
strongly the United States respects --- and appreciates -- Italy's
role as a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
they ties
thesemportant these
loosen the bonds that sustained it, you have kept trans-Atlantic
ties alive and strong. When conflict has threatened, you have
been in the front ranks of those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
Mr. Prime Minister, when we last met, we talked of new
developments around the world -- of change in the East, of new
opportunities for arms reduction, of the growing unity of Europe.
In recent weeks, I have spoken of America's vision for world
peace. I have said we are prepared to move beyond containment,
toward policy that works to bring the Soviet Union into the
community of nations. We will be actively engaged in Eastern
Europe, promoting measures to encourage political and economic
liberalization in Poland. The United States welcomes a stronger
and more united Europe. We believe -- as I know you do -- that
European unity and the Trans-Atlantic partnership reinforce each
other.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as partners, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
Document No. 037281 55
3789
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
1
ROGERS
CICCONI
I
PINKERTON
>
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
TO: CHRISS WINSTON
May 23, 1989
The NSC concurs on the attached draft with changes as noted.
25
Brent Scowcroft
per
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
CC: Cicconi
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
1969 HAY 18 PM 12: If
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
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[ITIARR.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
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the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
threatened
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
when we last met
We first met Mr. Prime Minister, last year before I took
office We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as partners, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
# # #
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Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT N/C
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
I
ROGERS
N/C OOTOWN
CICCONI
1
PINKERTON
DEMAREST N/C
FITZWATER
GRAY
N/C
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
reconciled except for Scowcreft
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
1989 MAY 18 PM 12: H
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you and our good friend
stet ( Prime Minister De Mita for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
For Italy has long been the heart of Western culture -- and
the basis for a more unified Europe, grounded in Western values.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly
the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
?
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
We first met, Mr. Prime Minister, last year -- before I took
office. We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
partners
engage in renewed dialogue, as neighbors, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
1
ROGERS
CICCONI
I
PINKERTON
I
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
SMG
RESPONSE:
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
1989 MAY 18 FIL 12:
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
Do not
highlight him ...
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
For Italy has long been the heart of Western culture -- and
the basis for a more unified Europe, grounded in Western values.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly
the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
?
We first met, Mr. Prime Minister, last year -- before I took
office. We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as neighbors, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
1
ROGERS
CICCONI
1
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
1
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
RESPONSE: 878W
5/19
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE house
WASHINGTON
May 19, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
BRENT O. HATCH
BOA
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Arrival in Rome, Italy
I have reviewed the above draft, and the Counsel's office has no
comments.
CC: James W. Cicconi
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
May 18, 1989
MEMORANDUM TO CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
JIM PINKERTON
Q
SUBJECT:
Remarks on Arrival in Italy, Toast to Prime
Minister De Mita, Remarks After Audience With Pope
Arrival In Italy
Pg. 1, Para. 4, Line 2 "When Europe appeared ready to close
itself off " Aside from it being unclear what this refers to,
this is needlessly provocative when the tone should be trans-
Atlantic unity. We suggest omitting.
2, 3, 2 It seems odd to describe De Mita as a "neighbor," even
in the sense that by being in Rome, the President will be nearby.
We suggest "partner" instead.
Toast To De Mita
3,1,1
The President switches here from addressing "Mr. Prime
Minister" to "Mr. President" -- the latter is referred to again
at 3,2,1 and 3,5,1. We assume this is intentional and mention it
in case of oversight. If intentional, we wonder if some cue
should be given to indicate that President Bush should turn and
face the Italian President.
After Audience With The Pope
3,4,2
We should not say "the Catholic Church," but either the
"Roman Catholic Church" or "the Church."
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
V
WASHINGTON
May 19, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Arrival - Rome, Italy
We have no suggested recommendations from a policy standpoint
and approve of the draft in its present form.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
1
ROGERS
1
PINKERTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
1969 MAY 18 PH 12:
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
For Italy has long been the heart of Western culture -- and
the basis for a more unified Europe, grounded in Western values.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly
the United States respects --- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
We first met, Mr. Prime Minister, last year -- before I took
office. We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as neighbors, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
J
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
1
ROGERS
CICCONI
f
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
&
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
No Commont
5/19/89
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
FILE
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL --- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
For Italy has long been the heart of Western culture -- and
the basis for a more unified Europe, grounded in Western values.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly
the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
We first met, Mr. Prime Minister, last year -- before I took
office. We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as neighbors, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
Document No. 037281 55
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 5/18/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2:00 5/22/89
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL - -- ROME, ITALY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
I
ROGERS
CICCONI
1
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 2:00 Monday,
May 22. Thank you.
N.C.
RESPONSE:
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Wallace)
May 17, 1989
5:30 p.m.
1969 MAY 18 PM 12:
[ITIARR.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
Let me begin by thanking all of you -- and our good friend
Prime Minister De Mita -- for welcoming us to Italy at this late
hour.
Since ancient times, the saying goes, "All roads lead to
Rome" -- and it's still true. It is fitting, that here I begin
my first trip to Europe as President of the United States.
For Italy has long been the heart of Western culture -- and
the basis for a more unified Europe, grounded in Western values.
I hope that our visit to Rome will demonstrate just how strongly
the United States respects -- and appreciates -- Italy's role as
a staunch ally, and a constant friend.
When our common security has been threatened, you have been
ready to strengthen the Alliance. When Europe appeared ready to
close itself off, you have kept trans-Atlantic ties alive. When
conflict has seemed likely, you have been in the front ranks of
those searching for solutions.
2
The bond between the United States and Italy runs deep.
It is a bond of family; of culture; of shared interests and
common vision. The world around us is changing, but we can be
sure that our friendship will endure.
We first met, Mr. Prime Minister, last year -- before I took
office. We talked then of new developments around the world --
of change in the East, of new opportunities for arms reduction,
of the growing unity of Europe.
Over the next two days, we will have the opportunity to
engage in renewed dialogue, as neighbors, and as friends.
I hope that our conversations are shaped by our shared
expectations for the future -- and by our determination to see
that future succeed.
I am delighted to be here. Thank you.
REMARKS:
ARRIVAL -- ROME, ITALY
CIAMPINO AIRPORT
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1989
10:15 P.M.
LET ME BEGIN BY THANKING ALL OF YOU -- AND OUR GOOD
FRIEND PRIME MINISTER DE MITA -- FOR WELCOMING US TO
ITALY AT THIS LATE HOUR.
SINCE ANCIENT TIMES, THE SAYING GOES, "ALL ROADS
LEAD TO ROME" -- AND IT'S STILL TRUE.
- 2 -
IT IS FITTING THAT HERE I BEGIN MY FIRST TRIP TO EUROPE
AS PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
ITALY HAS LONG BEEN A WELLSPRING OF WESTERN
CULTURE, AND WESTERN VALUES -- FOSTERING THE ALLIANCE,
AND A MORE UNIFIED EUROPE. I HOPE THAT OUR VISIT TO
ROME WILL DEMONSTRATE JUST HOW STRONGLY THE UNITED
STATES RESPECTS -- AND APPRECIATES -- ITALY'S ROLE AS A
STAUNCH ALLY, AND A CONSTANT FRIEND.
- 3 -
WHEN OUR COMMON SECURITY HAS BEEN THREATENED, YOU
HAVE BEEN READY TO STRENGTHEN THE ALLIANCE. WHEN
EUROPE APPEARED READY TO LOOSEN THE TIES THAT SUSTAINED
IT, YOU KEPT THESE IMPORTANT TRANS-ATLANTIC TIES ALIVE
AND STRONG. WHEN CONFLICT HAS THREATENED, YOU HAVE
BEEN IN THE FRONT RANKS OF THOSE SEARCHING FOR
SOLUTIONS.
- 4 -
THE BOND BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND ITALY RUNS
DEEP. IT IS A BOND OF FAMILY; OF CULTURE; OF SHARED
INTERESTS AND COMMON VISION. THE WORLD AROUND US IS
CHANGING, BUT WE CAN BE SURE THAT OUR FRIENDSHIP WILL
ENDURE.
MR. PRIME MINISTER, WHEN WE LAST MET, WE TALKED OF
NEW DEVELOPMENTS AROUND THE WORLD -- OF CHANGE IN THE
EAST, OF NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARMS REDUCTION, OF THE
GROWING UNITY OF EUROPE.
- 6 -
WE BELIEVE -- AS I KNOW YOU DO -- THAT EUROPEAN UNITY
AND THE TRANS-ATLANTIC PARTNERSHIP REINFORCE EACH
OTHER.
OVER THE NEXT TWO DAYS, WE WILL HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE IN RENEWED DIALOGUE, AS PARTNERS,
AND AS FRIENDS. I HOPE THAT OUR CONVERSATIONS ARE
SHAPED BY OUR SHARED EXPECTATIONS FOR THE FUTURE -- AND
BY OUR DETERMINATION TO SEE THAT FUTURE SUCCEED.
I AM DELIGHTED TO BE HERE. THANK YOU.
- 5 -
IN RECENT WEEKS, I HAVE SPOKEN OF AMERICA'S VISION
FOR WORLD PEACE. I HAVE SAID WE ARE PREPARED TO MOVE
BEYOND CONTAINMENT, TOWARD POLICY THAT WORKS TO BRING
THE SOVIET UNION INTO THE COMMUNITY OF NATIONS. WE
WILL BE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN EASTERN EUROPE, PROMOTING
MEASURES TO ENCOURAGE POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC
LIBERALIZATION IN POLAND. THE UNITED STATES WELCOMES A
STRONGER AND MORE UNITED EUROPE.