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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
January 24, 1990
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
AND PRESIDENT SALEH OF YEMEN
DURING ARRIVAL CEREMONY
The South Lawn
10:12 A.M. EST
THE PRESIDENT: Mr. President, it is my great honor to
welcome you to the White House -- and to extend to you the greetings
of all Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first
ever by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the over 40,000
Yemenis -- immigrants of Yemeni heritage who have settled here in the
United States. And I know that you'll be meeting with members of
this American Yemeni community during your stay. And Mr. President,
I want you to know that I share with them the hope that relations
between our two nations will continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back
in 1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in San'a', your capital --
the rich history of the Old city. And as an old drilling contractor,
I won't ever forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, near the
ancient city of Marib, to attend the opening of the Alef Oil Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and
I still remember the warm welcome that we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return the
genuine hospitality that we enjoyed in your country.
President Saleh, in an era marked by great change -- in
the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a pillar of
stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the past eleven
years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab Republic genuine
economic progress -- progress that has meant real improvement in the
living standards of all Yemenis. And I am proud that my country has
been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and begin to realize
its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in Yemen
-- with the free election of your nation's Consultative Assembly in
1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we'll move inside
to begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual interest,
ranging from strategic trends in the region and the world, to
bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing role as an oil exporter. And
let me assure you that America remains committed in the Middle East
to help maintain security and to promoting the pursuit of peace.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges
are so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other
nations have an interest in unimpeded access to vital energy
resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse
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- 2 -
will be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
in unity and peace.
In the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the United States is
and will always be committed to a lasting solution -- a truly
comprehensive and lasting peace -- that ends that long and costly
conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President Saleh's
views on improving -- the prospects for improving relations between
the two Yemens and the importance of these developments for regional
peace and stability.
And so, sir, I look forward to our talks and to the
opportunity that we'll have to build on what already is a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, and
may God bless the Yemen Arab Republic. Thank you very much, and
welcome. (Applause.)
All yours.
PRESIDENT SALEH: President George Bush, Mrs. Bush, it
gives me great pleasure to express my appreciation for your gracious
invitation to visit the United States of America for the first time.
Your beautiful country is also the country of freedom and democracy.
I also wish to thank you for your kind words and this excellent
welcome which reflects the spirit of mutual cooperation between our
two countries.
I look forward to your meetings with you. We shall
discuss matters of mutual interests at the bilateral, regional and
international levels. .I am sure that this visit will strengthen our
cooperation with the United States of America. That cooperation has
improved significantly since your visit to Yemen in 1986.
I
am confident that we will be able to open new avenues
for economic cooperation and American investment in the Yemen Arab
Republic. As you know, our country started its efforts in
development and modernization 20 years ago with the lowest standard
of living known in any developing country. However, with the
diligence of our people and the help of our friends, we have been
able to achieve considerable progress and improvements for our people
in the economic, educational and cultural aspects of their life.
At the same time, the people of Yemen have strived to
force their democracy and freedom as a prerequesite for the true
development and progress.
Dear friends, our visit comes at an historic moment in
the life of Yemeni people. Because we and our brothers in the South
Yemen are embarking on reunifying our country in a democratic and
peaceful way. That unity will be achieved under a new constitution
to be approved by both legislators and by universal referendum. This
new constitution is based on democracy and freedom and establishes a
multiparty system and direct elections of the legislative council on
the basis of one man, one vote. Mr. President, I'm certain that
united Yemen will become a positive factor in the security and
stability of the Arabian Peninsula.
Meanwhile, our efforts in reunifying our country has not
detracted us from participating in inter-Arab cooperation. Just
about a year ago, we estáblished the Arab Cooperation Council which
includes the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Egypt, and
the Republic of Iraq.
The main objectives of the Arab Cooperation Council is to
expand economic, technical and scientific cooperation among its
members as well as cooperation with international organizations and
other regional economic communities.
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Dear friend, I would like at this occasion and in this
capital of a nation which advocates with conviction the respect of
human rights throughout the world to remind the American people about
the fate of the rights of Palestinian Arabs and their occupied
territory since 1967 because you are fully aware of the suffering of
Palestinians who wish to see an end to occupation and to live free on
their land.
Mr. President, despite all the suffering, we trust that
the United States of America, which was established on the basis of
justice, equality and freedom and sponsored the right of
self-determination for all nations and considers adherence to human
rights as a prerequisite for international legitimacy, will be able
to convince the Israelis to accept peace initiatives and to abide by
international decisions which give the Palestinians the right to
self-determination under the leadership of their sole and legitimate
representative, the Palestine Liberation Organization.
Dear friends, the cessation of hostilities in the Gulf
War was heartily welcomed. However, the people of that region remain
anxious about the final settlement and the establishment of permanent
peace by direct negotiation between Iran and Iraq.
Therefore, we hope that the international community and
the United Nations Security Council will be able to establish
permanent peace in the region through the implementation of
Resolution 598.
Mr. President, dear friends, our world is now entering
the last decade of the 20th century -- a century which has witnessed
the most violent wars in human history as well as the greatest
scientific achievements of mankind.
It is therefore our hope that this last decade will bring
more freedom and democracy for our nations. We also hope to see
wider economic cooperation among all nations as well as a final
resolution of the debt burden of the Third World countries in order
to achieve greater development for the world at large.
Finally, Mr. President, I hope that the cooperation
between our two countries will continue to expand. And I wish you,
dear friends, more happiness and good health. Thank you.
(Applause.)
END
10:28 A.M. EST
ALESSANDRA MARC THANK YOU / SALIH STATE DINNER
THANK YOU ALESSANDRA FOR SUCH AN EXQUISITE
PERFORMANCE. WE HAVE JUST HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO HEAR
THIS COUNTRY'S NEWEST OPERA STAR. You ARE SETTING
RECORDS WITH YOUR PERFORMANCES AT EVERY MAJOR HOUSE
HERE IN AMERICA AND ABROAD, AND WE'RE PLEASED TO HAVE
YOU PLAY THE WHITE HOUSE.
It's NICE TO KNOW YOU ARE A LOCAL VIRGINIAN so
BARBARA AND I CAN CALL ON YOU TO PERFORM FOR US AGAIN.
AGAIN, THANK YOU, AND THE VERY BEST TO YOU.
ARRIVAL STATEMENT FOR PRESIDENT ALI SALIH
THE SOUTH LAWN / JANUARY 24, 1990 / 10:00 AM
MR. PRESIDENT: IT IS MY GREAT HONOR TO WELCOME YOU
TO THE WHITE HOUSE -- AND TO EXTEND TO YOU THE
GREETINGS OF ALL AMERICANS ON THIS HISTORIC VISIT TO
OUR COUNTRY, THE FIRST EVER BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE
YEMEN ARAB REPUBLIC.
AND I KNOW THIS IS A PROUD DAY, Too, FOR THE OVER
40,000 IMMIGRANTS OF YEMENI [YEH-MEN-EE] HERITAGE WHO
HAVE SETTLED HERE IN THE UNITED STATES.
- 2 -
AND I KNOW THAT YOU'LL BE MEETING WITH MEMBERS OF THIS
AMERICAN YEMENI COMMUNITY DURING YOUR STAY. MR.
PRESIDENT, I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I SHARE WITH THEM
THE HOPE THAT RELATIONS BETWEEN OUR TWO NATIONS WILL
CONTINUE TO PROSPER AND GROW.
BARBARA AND I REMEMBER OUR OWN VISIT TO YOUR NATION
BACK IN 1986. A FASCINATING TRIP. OUR STAY IN SANAA,
YOUR CAPITAL -- THE RICH HISTORY OF THE OLD CITY.
- 3 -
AND AS AN OLD DRILLING CONTRACTOR, I WON'T FORGET THE
TRIP OUT TO THE YEMENI DESERT, NEAR THE ANCIENT CITY OF
MARIB [MARE-EB] TO ATTEND THE OPENING OF THE
ALEF [AL-EF] FIELD.
AND ALL ALONG THE WAY -- WHEREVER WE WENT --
BARBARA AND I STILL REMEMBER THE WARM WELCOME WE
RECEIVED FROM THE PEOPLE OF YEMEN. WE ARE DELIGHTED
TODAY TO HAVE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO RETURN THE
HOSPITALITY WE ENJOYED IN YOUR COUNTRY. ///
4 -
PRESIDENT SALIH [SAH-LEH], IN AN ERA MARKED BY
GREAT CHANGE -- IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND AROUND THE WORLD
-- YOU HAVE BEEN A PILLAR OF STABILITY FOR YOUR NATION.
UNDER YOUR LEADERSHIP, THE PAST ELEVEN YEARS HAVE
BROUGHT THE PEOPLE OF THE YEMEN ARAB REPUBLIC GENUINE
ECONOMIC PROGRESS - -- PROGRESS THAT HAS MEANT REAL
IMPROVEMENT IN THE LIVING STANDARDS OF ALL YEMENIS.
- 5 or.,
I AM³ PROUD THAT MY COUNTRY HAS BEEN ABLE TO HELP YEMEN
DEVELOP ITS RESOURCES -- AND BEGIN TO REALIZE ITS FULL
ECONOMIC POTENTIAL.
AND I ALSO AM GRATIFIED THAT THE DEMOCRATIC TREND
NOW UNFOLDING IN so MANY NATIONS AROUND THE WORLD HAS
TAKEN ROOT IN YEMEN -- WITH THE FREE ELECTION OF YOUR
NATION'S CONSULTATIVE ASSEMBLY IN 1988.
- 6 -
MR. PRESIDENT, IN JUST A FEW MINUTES, WE WILL MOVE
INSIDE TO BEGIN OUR DISCUSSIONS -- DISCUSSIONS ON
ISSUES OF MUTUAL INTEREST, RANGING FROM STRATEGIC
TRENDS IN THE REGION AND THE WORLD TO BILATERAL AID AND
YOUR RAPIDLY GROWING ROLE AS AN OIL EXPORTER. LET ME
ASSURE YOU THAT AMERICA REMAINS COMMITTED IN THE MIDDLE
EAST TO HELPING MAINTAIN SECURITY AND TO PROMOTING THE
PURSUIT OF PEACE.
- 7 -
THERE ARE FEW REGIONS WHERE THE CONFLICTS AND
CHALLENGES ARE so COMPLEX -- AND WHERE THE UNITED
STATES FINDS SUCH CRITICAL INTERESTS AT STAKE.
IN THE GULF REGION, WHERE THE U.S. AND so MANY
OTHER NATIONS HAVE AN INTEREST IN UNIMPEDED ACCESS TO
VITAL ENERGY RESOURCES.
IN LEBANON, WHERE WE HOPE THE PRESENT POLITICAL
IMPASSE WILL BE RESOLVED -- so THAT THE LEBANESE PEOPLE
CAN AT LONG LAST LIVE IN UNITY AND PEACE.
- 8 -
IN THE ARAB-ISRAELI CONFLICT, WHERE THE UNITED
STATES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE COMMITTED TO A LASTING
SOLUTION -- A TRULY COMPREHENSIVE AND LASTING PEACE
SETTLEMENT -- THAT ENDS THAT LONG AND COSTLY CONFLICT.
AND OF COURSE, ON AN ISSUE OF INTENSE IMPORTANCE TO
THE YEMEN ARAB REPUBLIC, I LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING
PRESIDENT SALIH'S VIEWS ON PROSPECTS FOR IMPROVED
RELATIONS BETWEEN THE TWO YEMENS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF
THESE DEVELOPMENTS FOR REGIONAL PEACE AND STABILITY.
- 9 -
MR. PRESIDENT, I LOOK FORWARD TO OUR TALKS -- TO
THE OPPORTUNITY WE'LL HAVE TO BUILD ON WHAT IS ALREADY
A STRONG AND STABLE RELATIONSHIP.
ONCE AGAIN, WELCOME TO WASHINGTON. GOD BLESS YOU,
GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA -- AND MAY GOD
BLESS THE YEMEN ARAB REPUBLIC.
# # #
STATE DINNER FOR PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE / JANUARY 24, 1990 / 7:45 P.M.
MR. PRESIDENT: BARBARA AND I ARE DELIGHTED TO
WELCOME YOU TO THE WHITE HOUSE AS OUR GUEST TONIGHT.
As I TOLD YOU EARLIER TODAY, WE HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES
OF OUR FASCINATING VISIT TO THE YEMEN [YEH-MEN] ARAB
REPUBLIC ALMOST FOUR YEARS AGO.
ALL OF US HERE TONIGHT RECOGNIZE PRESIDENT SALIH
[SAH-LEH] AS A MAN OF EXTRAORDINARY ACCOMPLISHMENT.
- 2 -
A MAN WHO HAS SERVED HIS NATION AS A SOLDIER AND
STATESMAN. A MAN WHO HAS LED HIS COUNTRY AT A TIME OF
GREAT ECONOMIC PROGRESS AND IS RESPONSIBLE FOR YEMEN'S
GROWING ROLE IN MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS.
MR. PRESIDENT, I VALUE YOUR VIEWS. I BELIEVE OUR
DISCUSSIONS -- AND YOUR TALKS BOTH TODAY AND TOMORROW
WITH so MANY KEY MEMBERS OF MY ADMINISTRATION -- WILL
ENCOURAGE UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN OUR NATIONS, AND HELP
US ADVANCE THE MANY INTERESTS OUR NATIONS SHARE.
- 3 -
IT HAS BEEN AN OPPORTUNITY TO ASSURE YOU OF AMERICA'S
COMMITMENT TO SECURITY IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND TO THE
PURSUIT OF A JUST AND LASTING PEACE IN THE REGION.
IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS YOU'LL BE TRAVELLING ACROSS
AMERICA -- TO NEW YORK, SAN FRANSISCO, AND ON TO DALLAS
IN MY HOME STATE OF TEXAS. I HOPE THAT AT EVERY STEP
ALONG THE WAY, YOU ENCOUNTER THE WARM WELCOME THAT
BARBARA AND I ENJOYED WHEREVER WE WALKED IN THE STREETS
AND MARKETS OF SANAA.
- 4 -
IT HAS BEEN A GREAT PLEASURE TO BE YOUR HOST ON
THIS HISTORIC VISIT. A VISIT THAT SIGNIFIES THE
GROWING TIES BETWEEN OUR NATIONS -- AND GROWING
FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN THE PEOPLE OF YEMEN AND AMERICA.
AND TONIGHT, I ASK ALL OUR GUESTS TO JOIN ME IN
WISHING PRESIDENT SALIH HEALTH AND HAPPINESS. IN THE
WORDS OF THE OLD ARABIAN SAYING, "HE WHO HAS HEALTH,
HAS HOPE. AND HE WHO HAS HOPE, HAS EVERYTHING."
# # #
Document No. 106 064
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 01/19/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2:00 p.m. 01/22
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER TOAST-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH, YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 5:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER N/C
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON N/C
WINSTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
FIRESTONE
GRAY
PORTER ROSE
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN. DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
has led his country
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who is in large
at a time of great stet
economic part responsible for Yemen / ongoing economic development and
progress and is
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with so
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
our nations It has been an opportunity to assure you of
interests we share. america's commitment to security in the Middle East
and to the pursuit of a just and lasting peace in the
In the next few days you'll be travelling across America -- region
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything."
# # #
Document No. 106063
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
0466
01/19/90
2:00
Monday 01/22
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATEMENT-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH , YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 2:00 p.m.)
22030/68
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
PINKERTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
January 22, 1990
TO: CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC concurs with the changes indicated.
Brent Return Scowcroft
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
1990 JAN 19 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemenzi
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
[A-LEAF]
of the Alef/Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
living standards
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
strategic trends in the region and the world to
interest, ranging from/bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
Let me assure you that America remains connitted in
role as an oil exporter. the developments throughout/ the Middle
East, to helping mointain security and to romoting a the pursit of peace.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital energy oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
unity and
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
and lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, amoke on the
prospects for improved
the two Yemens,
possibility of restoring normal relations between 10UD two
countries. and the importance of these developments for regional
peace and
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
stability.
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
Document No. 106063
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
01/19/90
2:00 p.m. Monday 01/22
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATEMENT-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH , YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 2:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER N/C
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
PINKERTON
CICCONI
N/C
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN. ARR]
1990 JAN 19 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
over 40,000
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemenzi
Cluring your stall.
community Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
neastheancient city of MARIB [MARE-
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
eb]
Alief [AH-LEEF]
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
living standards
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
strategic hends in the region aud the world to
interest, ranging from bilateral aid to your rapidly growing.
Let me assure and you that Cumerica remains comm Hed
role as an oil exporter, to developments throughout the Middle in
Eastx to helping maintain security and to promoting the pursuit of
peace.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital oil energy resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
united and
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
and lastug
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, on the
Prospects for improved
the
possibility of restoring normal relations between our two
countries. Yemens and the importance of these developments for regional peace
and stab. lity.
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
0236 ADD ON 2
NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL
WASHINGTON. D.C. 20506
January 22, 1990
ACTION
MEMORANDUM FOR BRENT SCOWCROFT
THROUGH:
RICHARD N. HAASS
FROM:
SANDRA CHARLES
SUBJECT:
Presidential Statements for the Saleh Visit
We have reviewed and have made some revisions to the draft
Presidential arrival and dinner statements for the Yemeni
President's visit (Tab A). If you concur, we have prepared a
memorandum to Chriss Winston for Philip's signature that forwards
our concurrence to the speechwriters.
RECOMMENDATION
That you approve Philip's signing the memo to Criss Winston at
Tab I.
Approve
Disapprove
Attachments
Tab I
Memo to Chriss Winston
Tab A
Draft Presidential Statements
0236 ADD ON 2
NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20506
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
G. PHILIP HUGHES
SUBJECT:
Draft Presidential Statements for the Saleh Visit
The National Security Council has reviewed the proposed
Presidential arrival and dinner statements for President Saleh's
visit, and concurs with the drafts as revised.
Attachments
Tab A
Draft Presidential Statements
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
1990 JAN 19 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemenzi
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress progress that has meant
living standards
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
strategic trends in the region and the world to
interest, ranging fromAbilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
Let me assure you that America remans connitted in
role as an oil exporter. to developments throughout the Middle
East, to helping maintain security and to ramoting n the pursit of peace.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital energy oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
unity and
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
and lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, and on the
prospects for improving
the two Yemen,
possibility of restoring normal relations between 10ur two
countries. and the importance of these developments -or regional
peace and
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
stability
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN. DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you.
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who has is in hd large his country
at и time of great economic progress and is
part responsible for Yemen's ongoing economic development and
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with so
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
interests
our nations It has been am opportunity for me to assue your
NO share. of Americas commitment to security in the middle East,
In the next few days you'll you 11 be travelling across America --
and to the pursuit of a just and lasting peace in the region.
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything. "
# # #
Document No. 106063
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
01/19/90
2:00 p.m. Monday 01/22
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATEMENT-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH , YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 2:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
/ typ-o.
89 DEC 22 P4: 24
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
1990 JAN i9 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemenzi
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old city. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Document No. 106 064
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 01/19/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2:00 p.m. 01/22
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER TOAST-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH, YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 5:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
PINKERTON
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
FIRESTONE
GRAY
PORTER ROSE
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
N/C
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
RESEARCH
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN. ARR]
1990 JAN i9 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT AE FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
+
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
over 40,000
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
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in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemen2i &
community President, I want you to know that I share with
during your stay.
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
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forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening Marib
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of the Alef Field.
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And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
interest, ranging from bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
role as an oil exporter, to developments throughout the Middle
East.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, on the
possibility of restoring normal relations between our two
countries.
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
January 22, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
STEPHEN G. RADEMAKER SR
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Arrival Statement --
President Ali Salih, Yemen
Pursuant to James Cicconi's request, Counsel's Office has
reviewed the above-referenced matter and has no objection to the
presidential remarks as drafted.
CC: James W. Cicconi
11" IP:1d 68
THE WHITE HOUSE
wASHINGTON
January 22, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
STEPHEN G. RADEMAKER SR
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: State Dinner Toast --
President Ali Salih, Yemen
Pursuant to James Cicconi's request, Counsel's Office has
reviewed the above-referenced matter and has no objection to the
presidential remarks as drafted.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Ihild ? DEC 68
Document No. 106063
V
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
01/19/90
2:00 p.m. Monday 01/22
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATEMENT-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH , YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 2:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
PINKERTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
OK.
SN 51:2d 22030.68
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
1990 JAN i9 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemen2i
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old city. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
interest, ranging from bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
role as an oil exporter, to developments throughout the Middle
East.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, on the
possibility of restoring normal relations between our two
countries.
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
Document No. 106 064
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 01/19/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2:00 p.m. 01/22
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER TOAST-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH, YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 5:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
PINKERTON
CICCONI
>
WINSTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
FIRESTONE
GRAY
PORTER ROSE
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
OK.
89 DEC 22 abozl P2:14
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN.DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who is in large
part responsible for Yemen's ongoing economic development --and -
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with so
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
interests we share.
In the next few days you'll be travelling across America --
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything. "
# # #
Document No. 106 064
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 01/19/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2:00 p.m. 01/22
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER TOAST-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH, YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 5:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
FIRESTONE
GRAY
PORTER ROSE
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
N.C.
LS : Alv
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN.DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who is in large
part responsible for Yemen's ongoing economic development --and
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with so
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
interests we share.
In the next few days you'll be travelling across America --
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything. "
# # #
Document No. 106063
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
01/19/90
2:00 p.m. Monday 01/22
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: ARRIVAL STATEMENT-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH , YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 2:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
commert
mmor
94
89 DEC 22 AlO : 57
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
1990 JAN 19 PM 8: 25
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemen2i
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in SO many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
interest, ranging from bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
role as an oil exporter, to developments throughout the Middle
East.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
in peace.
And of course, In the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, on the
possibility of restoring normal relations between our two
countries.
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
# # #
DRAFT REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
FOR THE WHITE HOUSE ARRIVAL CEREMONY
for the State Visit of President Saleh
10:00 a.m., January 24, 1990
My dear friend, it is indeed a pleasure to welcome you to
Washington on your first visit to our historic Capital. Your
visit is a particularly happy occasion for me because it allows
me in some small way to reciprocate the overwhelming hospitality
and warmth that Barbara and I received from you and the people of
Yemen when we visited your fascinating country in 1986.
While your country may be thousands of miles away, yemen is not
that distant from the United States. We are home to 50,00 Yemeni
immigrants who are as pleased to welcome you to the United States
today as I am.
In an era marked by great change in the Middle East region and
around the world, I look forward to holding discussions with a
man who has held the office of President for eleven years. Under
your leadership it has been a productive 11 years filled with
significant accomplishments that have improved the quality of
life for Yemen's citizens. For in that time, Yemen has realized
genuine economic and political development. One noteworthy
accomplishment, consistent with the democratic trend now emerging
throughout the world, was the free and fair election of Yemen's
consultative assembly in July 1988.
Through your visit and our discussions, we seek to solidify our
longstanding and enduring relationship. I look forward to
discussing many subjects of mutual interest in our talks this
morning -- from our bilateral aid programs and your rapidly
expanding oil sector to developments throughout the Middle East.
Again, President Saleh, a hearty welcome!
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DRAFT DEPARTURE STATEMENT
FOLLOWING THE PRESIDENT'S MEETING WITH PRESIDENT SALEH
11:30 a.m., January 24, 1990
It has indeed been my great pleasure to welcome President Saleh
to the White House and to participate in this, the first State
visit of a President of the Yemen Arab Republic to the United
States. This is an historic day for both countries and for our
relationship.
President Saleh and I became personally acquainted back in 1986
when I visited his unique country. Yet United States relations
with Yemen go back to our recognition of the Yemen Arab Republic
shortly after its establishment in 1962. Since then our
relationship has broadened to include many spheres of
cooperation. We have a significant aid program, and we have
helped Yemen realize some of its economic and development goals.
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Another significant tie between the United States and Yemen is
the 50,000 Yemeni immigrants who have settled in this country and
who have played an instrumental role in creating the solid
relationship that exists between us.
President Saleh has an extraordinary record of accomplishment
When his predecessor was murdered in a terrorist bomb attack in
the center of Sanaa, a shocked country turned to President Saleh.
The people of Yemen owe much to his leadership.
In a time of change, I found it reassuring to sit and talk with a
man who has been the President of his country for eleven years.
Our discussions were candid and open. I told President Saleh
that United States relations with Yemen have never been better,
and that we hoped to expand and improve our ties across the
board.
I reaffirmed to President Saleh that the United States continues
to have critical interests in the Gulf region, particularly
unimpeded access to the area's oil resources, and that my
Administration -- like that of my last eight predecessors -- is
committed to defend those interests.
I also reaffirmed our strong desire for peace and stability in
the Arab-Israeli conflict, and my commitment to help the parties
find a lasting solution to this problem. I reiterated our strong
belief that a dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians on free
and fair elections in the occupied territories offers the best
hope for moving the peace process forward toward direct
negotiations between the parties on a comprehensive peace
settlement.
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On Lebanon, I expressed my support for President Hraoui and his
government, and our hopes that there would soon be a diplomatic
resolution to the current impasse with General Aoun, so that the
Lebanese people can at long last live in peace and begin the
difficult and long overdue task of rebuilding their country.
We also discussed South Yemen and my Administration's dialogue
with the Aden government. Because of his long association and
experience with the PDRY, I greatly appreciated the advice and
insights President Saleh shared with me as we move forward with a
process to resume normal U.S. relations with South Yemen.
President Saleh and I agreed to consult frequently on these and
other issues in the future and to work together in the continued
search for peace for those conflicts not yet resolved in the
Middle East region. As the trend toward a peaceful, democratic
world continues to emerge, and with the help of leaders like my
friend President Saleh, these objectives can be realized.
DRAFT REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
AT THE STATE DINNER FOR PRESIDENT SALEH
January 24, 1990
President Saleh, Barbara and I are greatly honored and delighted
to welcome you to the White House as our guest tonight. This is
indeed an historic occasion -- the first official visit by a
Yemeni President to the United States. Your being here brings
back many fond memories of our unforgettable trip to your unique
country. Among them was the genuine warmth and hospitality we
received from you and the Yemeni people throughout our stay. I
am pleased to have this opportunity to reciprocate for your
generosity.
President Saleh, with whom I became personally acquainted in
1986, has been a friend of this country for many years. I valued
my meeting with him then in what were more turbulent times in his
region, and I valued the opportunity to meet with him today even
more as Yemen is emerging to play a more prominent political and
diplomatic role in the region.
All of us here tonight recognize our guest as a man with an
extraordinary record of accomplishment -- as an individual, a
soldier, a statesman, and the leader of his country. During his
eleven years in office, President Saleh's leadership has been
instrumental in the development of Yemen as a nation --
politically, economically and militarily. The election of a
Yemeni national assembly last year, Yemen's membership in the
Arab Cooperation Council, and the development of Yemen's oil
sector -- a venture in which I am proud to say that American
companies played an important role -- are significant
accomplishments of his presidency.
President Saleh and I had very productive, very open discussions
on a range of issues of mutual concern. I greatly appreciated
the spirit of candor and friendship in which his views were
offered. We also took this occasion to reaffirm our close
relationship, a relationship that in my view has never been
sounder, and our mutual desire to expand the ties that our two
nations share.
Barbara and I have enjoyed hosting him and his delegation this
evening. This in my view has been a completely successful visit
and most delightful reunion.
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
2:00 pm
[YEMEN.ARR]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
ARRIVAL STATMENT FOR THE VISIT OF
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE SOUTH LAWN
JAUARY 24, 1990
10:00 AM
Mr. President: It is my great honor to welcome you to the
White House -- and to extend to you the greetings of all
Americans on this historic visit to our country, the first ever
by the President of the Yemen Arab Republic.
And I know this is a proud day, too, for the 50,000
immigrants of Yemeni [Yeh-men-ee] heritage who have settled here
in the United States. And I know that at every stop during your
stay, you'll be meeting with members of this American Yemen2i
community. Mr. President, I want you to know that I share with
them the hope that relations between our two nations will
continue to prosper and grow.
Barbara and I remember our own visit to your nation back in
1986. A fascinating trip. Our stay in Sanaa, your capital --
the rich history of the Old City. And as an old oilman, I won't
forget the trip out to the Yemeni desert, to attend the opening
of the Alef Field.
And all along the way -- wherever we went -- Barbara and I
still remember the warm welcome we received from the people of
Yemen. We are delighted today to have this opportunity to return
the hospitality we enjoyed in your country. ///
President Salih [SAH-lih], in an era marked by great change
-- in the Middle East and around the world -- you have been a
pillar of stability for your nation. Under your leadership, the
past eleven years have brought the people of the Yemen Arab
Republic genuine economic progress -- progress that has meant
real improvement in the lives of all Yemenis. I am proud that my
country has been able to help Yemen develop its resources -- and
begin to realize its full economic potential.
And I also am gratified that the democratic trend now
unfolding in so many nations around the world has taken root in
Yemen -- with the free election of your nation's Consultative
Assembly in 1988.
Mr. President, in just a few minutes, we will move inside to
begin our discussions -- discussions on issues of mutual
interest, ranging from bilateral aid, to your rapidly growing
role as an oil exporter, to developments throughout the Middle
East.
There are few regions where the conflicts and challenges are
so complex -- and where the United States finds such critical
interests at stake.
In the Gulf region, where the U.S. and so many other nations
have an interest in unimpeded access to vital oil resources.
In Lebanon, where we hope the present political impasse will
be resolved -- so that the Lebanese people can at long last live
in peace.
And of course, in the Arab-Israeli conflict, where the
United States is and will always be committed to a lasting
solution -- a truly comprehensive peace settlement -- that ends
that long and costly conflict.
And of course, on an issue of intense importance to the
Yemen Arab Republic, I look forward to receiving President
Salih's views on our dialogue with South Yemen, on the
possibility of restoring normal relations between our two
countries.
Mr. President, I look forward to our talks -- to the
opportunity we'll have to build on what is already a strong and
stable relationship.
Once again, welcome to Washington. God bless you, God bless
the United States of America -- and may God bless the Yemen Arab
Republic.
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McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN. DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who is in large
part responsible for Yemen's ongoing economic development --and
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with SO
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
interests we share.
In the next few days you'll be travelling across America --
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything."
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Document No. 106 064
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
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DATE DEC 22 01/19/90 P7:53
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2:00 p.m. 01/22
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER TOAST-PRESIDENT ALI SALIH, YEMEN
SUBJECT:
(01/19 5:00 p.m.)
ACTION FYI
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VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
WINSTON
DEMAREST
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PORTER ROSE
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide any comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, 01/22, with a copy to my office.
Thanks.
RESPONSE:
January 22, 1990
TO: CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC concurs with the changes indicated.
Rgates for
James W. Cicconi
Brent Scowcroft
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
January 19, 1990
5:00 pm
[YEMEN.DIN]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: STATE DINNER FOR
PRESIDENT ALI SALIH OF YEMEN
THE WHITE HOUSE
JANUARY 24, 1990
7:45 P.M.
Mr. President: Barbara and I are delighted to welcome you.
to the White House as our guest tonight. As I told you earlier
today, we have many fond memories of our fascinating visit to the
Yemen [Yeh-men] Arab Republic three years ago.
All of us here tonight recognize President Salih [SAH-leh]
as a man of extraordinary accomplishment. A man who has served
his nation as a soldier and statesman. A man who is in large
has hd his country
at a time of great economic progress and is
part responsible for Yemen's ongoing economic development and
its growing role in Middle East affairs.
Mr. President, I value your views. I believe our
discussions -- and your talks both today and tomorrow with so
many key members of my Administration -- will encourage
understanding between our nations, and help us advance the many
interests
our WO nations share. It has been an opportunity for me to assue your
of Americas commitment to se curity in the driddle East,
and to the pursuit of a just and lasting peace in the region.
In the next few days you'll be travelling across America --
to New York, San Fransisco, and on to Dallas in my home state of
Texas. I hope that at every step along the way, you encounter
the warm welcome that Barbara and I enjoyed wherever we walked in
the streets and markets of Sanaa.
It has been a great pleasure to be your host on this
historic visit. A visit that signifies the growing ties between
our nations -- and growing friendship between the people of Yemen
and America.
And tonight, I ask all our guests to join me in wishing
President Salih health and happiness. In the words of the old
Arabian saying, "He who has health, has hope. And he who has
hope, has everything. "
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