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Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: S FOIA MARKER This is not a textual record. This is used as an administrative marker by the George Bush Presidential Library Staff. Record Group/Collection: George H.W. Bush Presidential Records Collection/Office of Origin: Speechwriting, White House Office of Series: Speech File Draft Files Subseries: Chron File, 1989-1993 OA/ID Number: 13490 Folder ID Number: 13490-001 Folder Title: Bhutto Arrival 6/6/89 Stack: Row: Section: Shelf: Position: G 25 6 3 3 041493SS Document No. WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 6/3/89 : DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. SUBJECT: JUNE 6, 1989 (6/1 - draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT \ P MCCLURE SUNUNU > NEWMAN SCOWCROFT > PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON 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 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." Well, on behalf of all the American people, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for both us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal but, they are also personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." " Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. I congratulate you and your people. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to the constitutional process was so important in bringing about democracy in Pakistan. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm a historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm liberty and freedom. 3 Both our governments are in their first year. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our friendship, let us craft new ideas and initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. I have looked forward to this meeting. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. To America, you are a woman of great personal courage and faith. To America, you are a wise leader who embodies the very spirit of her people. To all of us, you are a living symbol of those who risk all and sacrifice much so that others might know democracy and freedom. Madame Prime Minster, welcome to America. # # # # Document No. 041493 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 89 MAY I P5: 42 06/01/89 DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT JUNE DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE N/C SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT edits wort General PORTER defatopink. DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON N/C CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY N/C HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: James W, Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 ISSSDraft Three .ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and the military -- whose adherence to ^ constitutional processes was SO important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends 1. - And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON June 2, 8198WN 5 P12:44 MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON FROM: ROGER B. PORTER RBP SUBJECT: Presidential Remarks: Bhutto Arrival We have no suggested changes from a policy standpoint and approve of the draft in its present form. CC: James W. Cicconi Document No. 041493 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 06/01/89 DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT 19 MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: chiss Winston Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. (<: Geeari RESPONSE: James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 1989Dgaft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People.' On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # THE WHITE HOUSE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN washington 89 JUN 5 A 9 : 55 JUNE 2, 1989 INFORMATION MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT THROUGH: CHRISS WINSTON and oth with chape minor FROM: CURT SMITH SUBJECT: JUNE 6 BHUTTO ARRIVAL 50 I. SUMMARY 6-9 On Tuesday, June 6, at 10 a.m., you will greet Prime Minister Bhutto and her husband at the White House. II. DISCUSSION The enclosed remarks discuss your admiration for the Prime Minister, and her contributions to democracy. In particular, they talk of the need Pakistan. to "chart new ways to strengthen old bonds" between America and (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." Well, on behalf of all the American people, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the white House. Your visit marks an occasion for both us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal but, they are also personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us I -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, first meetry at 15 side standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded A the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. the of Pahistan. I congratulate you and your people, And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to the constitutional process was SQ important in bringing about democracy in Pakistan. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm a historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead - and to reaffirm liberty and freedom. 3 Both our governments are in their first year. Let us use that fact to our advantage. BY building on the fundamental strength of our friendship, let us craft new ideas and initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. I have looked forward to this meeting. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. To America, you are a woman of great personal courage and faith. To America, you are a wise leader who embodies the very spirit of her people. To all of us, you are a living symbol of those who risk all and sacrifice much so that others might know democracy and freedom. Madame Prime Minster, welcome to America. # # # # Document No. 041493 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 06/01/89 DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT = BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. ok RESPONSE: others James W, Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." " On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the the American People. " Well, on behalf all American people, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for both us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal but, they are also personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. I congratulate you and your people. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to the constitutional process was so important in bringing about democracy in Pakistan. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm a historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm liberty and freedom. 3 Both our governments are in their first year. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our friendship, let us craft new ideas and initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. I have looked forward to this meeting. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. To America, you are a woman of great personal courage and faith. To America, you are a wise leader who embodies the very spirit of her people. To all of us, you are a living symbol of those who risk all and sacrifice much so that others might know democracy and freedom. Madame Prime Minster, welcome to America. # # # # (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People.' On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. well ,on Selact 9 people, both Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal but, they are also personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being. " Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. I congratulate you and your people. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to the constitutional process was so important in bringing about democracy in Pakistan. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm a historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm liberty and freedom. 3 Both our governments are in their first year. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our friendship, let us craft new ideas and initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. of this you can be sure I have look looled forward to our the talks. week's. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. To America, you are a woman of great personal courage and faith. To America, you are a wise leader who embodies the very spirit of her people. To all of us, you are a living symbol of those who risk all and sacrifice much so that others might know democracy and freedom. Madame Prime Minster, welcome to America. # # # # Document No. 041493 4237 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 06/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 DATE: SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU \ NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: June 2, 1989 NSC concurs on attached draft with changes as indicated. Brent Scowcroft James W, Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 CC. James Cicconi 89 MAY / P 6: 29 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 1883 Draft Three .ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all So of the American people, the American People. " on their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. both to Your visit marks an occasion for us^toA celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. 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And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. have this meeting of this you gan be I^look forward to our @alks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Three MARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White abrupt House transitions a cornecting sentence would both helpful Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew stat the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. 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And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. [ this you [can] be sure: I look forward to our talks You Marks may loohed drward tothis meeting oh will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # Document No. WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 06/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT 17 MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT " BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: James W. Cleconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal but, they are also personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our friendship, let us craft new ideas and initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. To America, you are a woman of great personal courage and faith who embodies the very spirit of her people. To all of us, you are a living symbol of those who risk all and sacrafise much so that others might know democracy and freedom. Madame Prime Minster, welcome to America. # # # # (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 1880 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. formal but also These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. we remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at/the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. 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Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead, and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom D2 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year. in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our Friendship relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts In closing, let me again welcome you to America. we I know madome Drime minister that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody # # # # 20 America, you are a woman f your wise age and faith great sersonal you are a leader who embodies the curifspint of her people To all of us, you are a living symbol of the those who rish all and specifier much so that others might hnow democrary and freedom Document No. UTITS WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 06/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT 17 d MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: James W. Clcconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 Sandy charles of Nbc 6/2/89 10:00AM (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tircless untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # unclassified CLASSIFICATION CIRCLE ONE BELOW MODE PAGES 4 IMMEDIATE SECURE FAX , 84 DTG 0122452 Jun PRIORITY ADMIN FAX # RELEASER 4-Dayle ROUTINE RECORD # FROM/LOCATION Sharon Wagner /THE WHITE HOUSE 1. TO/LOCATION/TIME OF RECEIPT Linda Casey for Governor Sununu/ London 1. General Scowcroft/ 2. $. Andy Card/ . 4. Jim Cicconi/ 5. Dave Demarest/ 6. Marlin Fitzwater/ 7. Steve Studdert Tim McBride/ INFORMATION ADDEES/LOCATION/TIME OF RECEIPT Chriss Winston/ 1. , Ed Rogers/ 2. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS/REMARKS: Attached, as staffed for comments, are Presidential remarks for 06/06 -- Bhutto Arrival. for A.m Delivery- shing CLASSIFICATION WHCA FORM 8. 15 OCTOBER 84 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. we remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at/the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. flourish in Pakistan This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. working It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan S. security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an inter forged historic relationship newly weided on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons OF liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world, Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York able and this week will show why Americans SQ admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # Document No. 07173 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 06/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT " BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON 89 JUN 2 P1:25 June 2, 1989 Memorandum to Chriss Winston From: Jim Pinkerton Re: Comments on Bhutto drafts I only have one comment on the three drafts. The departure statement has some good tough language on Afghanistan at the bottom of page 2/top of page 3. From a domestic political point of view, I think it's vital that we preserve that language as is. CC: Roger Porter Bill Roper John Gardner Steve Farrar Document No. 041493 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 89 JUN 2 P12: 02 06/01/89 DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: NOON Friday 06/02/89 SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL (06/01 draft three) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT 19 MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN STUDDERT BATES UNTERMEYER BREEDEN ROGERS R CARD PINKERTON CICCONI WINSTON DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to the Speechwriters office (Rm. 122, x2930) by Noon Friday, 06/02, with an info copy to my office. Thanks. RESPONSE: ok GSW 6/2/89 James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 ISSO Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was SO important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # #. # # (Smith/Blessey) June 1, 1989 Draft Three ARR PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, distinguished guests. Franklin Roosevelt once called this "The house owned by all the American People." On their behalf, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States. And to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are national, and they are personal. For you are no stranger to America, nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student, eager to learn from us -- and eager to teach us about your homeland. We remember you, standing beside your father at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan. 2 We remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, untiring in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you on your return as Prime Minister. Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." Madame Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy achieve a better, fairer, more prosperous life. This return to democracy under your leadership deserves, and has won, America's profound admiration. It has heightened the support Pakistan has among our people. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to aid Pakistan's security and economy. For that achievement, I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan. And I salute those in your country -- civil and military -- whose adherence to constitutional processes was so important in bringing it about. Madame Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly welded on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead -- and to reaffirm the canons of liberty and freedom. 3 Our two new governments are both in their first year in office. Let us use that fact to our advantage. By building on the fundamental strength of our relations, let us craft new ideas and initiatives. And let us use those initiatives to meet the daunting challenges of our changing world. Of this you can be sure: I look forward to our talks. You will find us frank and open, as befits old friends. And attentive listeners who value your judgement. Above all, you will find us eager to get on with the job: To build a democratic peace and secure a free future -- the kind of peace which lasts. In closing, let me again welcome you to America. I know that the exchanges you have here and in Cambridge and New York this week will show why Americans so admire your leadership -- and the Nation that you so ably, and courageously, embody. # # # # REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 PRIME MINISTER BHUTTO, MR. ZARDARI [ZAR DAR EE], DISTINGUISHED GUESTS. FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT ONCE CALLED THIS "THE HOUSE OWNED BY ALL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE." WELL, ON BEHALF OF ALL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, BARBARA AND I ARE HONORED TO WELCOME YOU TO THE WHITE HOUSE. BCM - 2 - YOUR VISIT MARKS AN OCCASION FOR BOTH US TO CELEBRATE AND RENEW THE TIES OF FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN DEMOCRATIC PAKISTAN AND THE UNITED STATES. AND To CHART NEW WAYS TO STRENGTHEN OLD BONDS IN THE MANY YEARS TO COME. THESE BONDS ARE FORMAL BUT, THEY ARE ALSO PERSONAL. FOR YOU ARE NO STRANGER TO AMERICA, NOR TO AMERICANS THEMSELVES. - 3 - WE REMEMBER YOU AS A COLLEGE STUDENT, EAGER TO LEARN FROM US -- AND EAGER TO TEACH US ABOUT YOUR HOMELAND. I REMEMBER FIRST MEETING YOU AT YOUR FATHER'S SIDE AT THE UNITED NATIONS AS HE PLEADED THE CAUSE OF PAKISTAN. WE REMEMBER YOUR VISITS AS A COURAGEOUS OPPOSITION LEADER, TIRELESS IN YOUR ZEAL To FOSTER DEMOCRATIC CHANGE. AND NOW WE ARE PROUD TO GREET YOU AS PRIME MINISTER AND LEADER OF A GREAT NATION. I I - 4 - WOODROW WILSON ONCE SAID, "I BELIEVE IN DEMOCRACY BECAUSE IT RELEASES THE ENERGIES OF EVERY HUMAN BEING." MADAM PRIME MINISTER, THE PEOPLE OF PAKISTAN HAVE CHOSEN YOU TO HELP DEMOCRACY FLOURISH IN PAKISTAN. THIS RETURN TO DEMOCRACY UNDER YOUR LEADERSHIP DESERVES, AND HAS WON, AMERICA'S PROFOUND ADMIRATION. IT HAS STRENGTHENED AMERICA'S ALREADY FIRM RESOLVE TO WORK CLOSELY WITH PAKISTAN. - 5 - I CONGRATULATE YOU AND THE PEOPLE OF PAKISTAN. AND I SALUTE THOSE IN YOUR COUNTRY -- CIVIL AND MILITARY -- WHOSE ADHERENCE TO THE CONSTITUTIONAL PROCESS WAS so IMPORTANT IN BRINGING ABOUT DEMOCRACY IN PAKISTAN. MADAM PRIME MINISTER, YOUR VISIT IS A TIME TO REAFFIRM A HISTORIC RELATIONSHIP NEWLY FORGED ON THE ANVIL OF DEMOCRACY. BUT IT IS ALSO A TIME TO LOOK AHEAD -- AND TO REAFFIRM LIBERTY AND FREEDOM. I - 6 - BOTH OUR GOVERNMENTS ARE IN THEIR FIRST YEAR. LET US USE THAT FACT TO OUR ADVANTAGE. BY BUILDING ON THE FUNDAMENTAL STRENGTH OF OUR FRIENDSHIP, LET US CRAFT NEW IDEAS AND INITIATIVES TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF OUR CHANGING WORLD. I HAVE LOOKED FORWARD TO THIS MEETING. You WILL FIND US FRANK AND OPEN, AS BEFITS OLD FRIENDS. AND ATTENTIVE LISTENERS WHO VALUE YOUR JUDGEMENT. - 7 - To AMERICA, YOU ARE A WOMAN OF GREAT PERSONAL COURAGE AND FAITH. To AMERICA, YOU ARE A WISE LEADER WHO EMBODIES THE VERY SPIRIT OF HER PEOPLE. To ALL OF US, YOU ARE A LIVING SYMBOL OF THOSE WHO RISK ALL AND SACRIFICE MUCH so THAT OTHERS MIGHT KNOW DEMOCRACY AND FREEDOM. MADAM PRIME MINSTER, WELCOME TO AMERICA. # # # # FILE REMARKS: BHUTTO ARRIVAL WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 6, 1989 PRIME MINISTER Внитто, MR. ZARDARI [ZAR DAR EE], DISTINGUISHED GUESTS. FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT ONCE CALLED THIS "THE HOUSE OWNED BY ALL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE." WELL, ON BEHALF OF ALL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, BARBARA AND I ARE HONORED TO WELCOME YOU TO THE WHITE HOUSE. - 2 - YOUR VISIT MARKS AN OCCASION FOR BOTH US TO CELEBRATE AND RENEW THE TIES OF FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN DEMOCRATIC PAKISTAN AND THE UNITED STATES. AND TO CHART NEW WAYS TO STRENGTHEN OLD BONDS IN THE MANY YEARS TO COME. THESE BONDS ARE FORMAL BUT, THEY ARE ALSO PERSONAL. FOR YOU ARE NO STRANGER TO AMERICA, NOR TO AMERICANS THEMSELVES. - 3 - WE REMEMBER YOU AS A COLLEGE STUDENT, EAGER TO LEARN FROM US -- AND EAGER TO TEACH US ABOUT YOUR HOMELAND. I REMEMBER FIRST MEETING YOU AT YOUR FATHER'S SIDE AT THE UNITED NATIONS AS HE PLEADED THE CAUSE OF PAKISTAN. WE REMEMBER YOUR VISITS AS A COURAGEOUS OPPOSITION LEADER, TIRELESS IN YOUR ZEAL TO FOSTER DEMOCRATIC CHANGE. AND NOW WE ARE PROUD TO GREET YOU AS PRIME MINISTER AND LEADER OF A GREAT NATION. - 4 - WOODROW WILSON ONCE SAID, "I BELIEVE IN DEMOCRACY BECAUSE IT RELEASES THE ENERGIES OF EVERY HUMAN BEING." MADAME PRIME MINISTER, THE PEOPLE OF PAKISTAN HAVE CHOSEN YOU TO HELP DEMOCRACY FLOURISH IN PAKISTAN. THIS RETURN TO DEMOCRACY UNDER YOUR LEADERSHIP DESERVES, AND HAS WON, AMERICA'S PROFOUND ADMIRATION. IT HAS STRENGTHENED AMERICA'S ALREADY FIRM RESOLVE TO WORK CLOSELY WITH PAKISTAN. - 5 - I CONGRATULATE YOU AND THE PEOPLE OF PAKISTAN. AND I SALUTE THOSE IN YOUR COUNTRY -- CIVIL AND MILITARY -- WHOSE ADHERENCE TO THE CONSTITUTIONAL PROCESS WAS so IMPORTANT IN BRINGING ABOUT DEMOCRACY IN PAKISTAN. MADAME PRIME MINISTER, YOUR VISIT IS A TIME TO REAFFIRM A HISTORIC RELATIONSHIP NEWLY FORGED ON THE ANVIL OF DEMOCRACY. BUT IT IS ALSO A TIME TO LOOK AHEAD -- AND TO REAFFIRM LIBERTY AND FREEDOM. - 6 - BOTH OUR GOVERNMENTS ARE IN THEIR FIRST YEAR. LET US USE THAT FACT TO OUR ADVANTAGE. BY BUILDING ON THE FUNDAMENTAL STRENGTH OF OUR FRIENDSHIP, LET US CRAFT NEW IDEAS AND INITIATIVES TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF OUR CHANGING WORLD. I HAVE LOOKED FORWARD TO THIS MEETING. You WILL FIND US FRANK AND OPEN, AS BEFITS OLD FRIENDS. AND ATTENTIVE LISTENERS WHO VALUE YOUR JUDGEMENT. - 7 - To AMERICA, YOU ARE A WOMAN OF GREAT PERSONAL COURAGE AND FAITH. To AMERICA, YOU ARE A WISE LEADER WHO EMBODIES THE VERY SPIRIT OF HER PEOPLE. To ALL OF US, YOU ARE A LIVING SYMBOL OF THOSE WHO RISK ALL AND SACRIFICE MUCH so THAT OTHERS MIGHT KNOW DEMOCRACY AND FREEDOM. MADAME PRIME MINSTER, WELCOME TO AMERICA. # # # # THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release June 6, 1989 REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AND PRIME MINISTER BHUTTO DURING ARRIVAL CEREMONY The South Lawn 10:11 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari and distinguished guests, Franklin Roosevelt once called this "the house owned by all the American people." Well, on behalf of all the American people, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. (Applause.) Your visit marks an occasion for both of us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States -- (applause) -- and to chart new ways to strengthen old bonds in the many years to come. These bonds are formal, but they are also personal, for you are no stranger to America nor to Americans themselves. We remember you as a college student eager to learn, eager to teach us about your homeland, and I remember first meeting you at your father's side at the United Nations as he pleaded the cause of Pakistan with such eloquence. (Applause.) And we remember your visits as a courageous opposition leader, tireless in your zeal to foster democratic change. And now we are proud to greet you as Prime Minister and leader of a great nation. (Applause.) Woodrow Wilson once said, "I believe in democracy because it releases the energies of every human being." And Madam Prime Minister, the people of Pakistan have chosen you to help democracy flourish in Pakistan. (Applause.) This return to democracy under your leadership deserves and has won America's profound admiration. It has strengthened America's already firm resolve to work closely with Pakistan. (Applause.) And I congratulate you and the people of Pakistan, and I salute those in your country, civil and military, whose adherence to the constitutional process was so important in bringing about democracy in Pakistan. (Applause.) Madam Prime Minister, your visit is a time to reaffirm an historic relationship newly forged on the anvil of democracy. But it is also a time to look ahead, to reaffirm liberty and freedom. And both our governments are in their first year, and let us use that to our advantage by building on the fundamental strength of our friendship. Let us craft new ideas, new initiatives to meet the challenges of our changing world. I have looked forward to this meeting verv much. And vou - 2 - distinguished guests, I'm delighted to be in Washington, the capital of freedom, as the guest of a President who knows Pakistan well and has been its friend. I recall our first meeting in 1971 at the United Nations at a crucial turn in Pakistan's history. The U.S.-Pakistan friendship has grown in strength; we are friends and partners. Standing here on this beautiful lawn one sees the monuments which recall America's odyssey of freedom. As I look at these monuments, I think of Pakistan, which too has traveled a long and difficult way along the path of freedom. (Applause.) It was not so long ago that Pakistan was a dictatorship and I was in prison. But, as you said, Mr. President, giving heart to all those living under tyranny, the day of the dictator is over. (Applause.) Today I am privileged to stand here as the elected Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan; a woman Prime Minister of a Muslim country, whose people have given a verdict against tyranny and for freedom, progress, and human dignity, for justice and for the rule of law. Our two nations are united in a partnership inspired by common goals and shared interests, a partnership now bound by democracy. The United States and the people of Pakistan have also stood together as partners over the last difficult decade, helping restore freedom and independence to Afghanistan. Our countries have developed a vital security relationship and a major program of economic cooperation. This has enabled Pakistan to work with confidence for peace in our region. And today, Mr. President, we begin our discussions of a new partnership. We are here today with new priorities to talk to the world's greatest democracy. New challenges confront us in the closing but complex phase of the Afghan war. And as we focus on the economic, social, and educational needs of our people. We come to talk about how we, together, as partners may take our relationship and our people into the 21st century. And as we begin on this auspicious day in this magnificent country of freedom, achievement, and opportunity, I offer a simple prayer. May God bless all countries of the world with the enduring values of freedom, achievement, and opportunity that we see in this great country of yours. I thank you, Mr. President. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. (Applause.) END 10:19 A.M. EDT