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Text of a Toast by the President to Be Delivered at the Imperial Banquet [Ford Speech or Statement]
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Digitized from Box 5 of the White House Press Releases at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
FOR RELEASE UPON DELIVERY
NOVEMBER 19, 1974
(Delivery expected at 9:00 p.m. " Japan time),
7:00 a.m. (EST)
Office of the White House Press Secretary
(Tokyo, Japan)
THE WHITE HOUSE
TEXT OF A TOAST BY THE PRESIDENT
TO BE DELIVERED
AT THE IMPERIAL BANQUET
I am honored to be the guest of your Imperial Majesties. It is with a deep
sense of this special moment that I speak.
This first state visit of an American President to Japan is an occasion of
great importance to all Americans. Your gracious hospitality symbolically
honors the 213 million people I represent.
I can reassure Japan that the United States is determined to perpetuate
the unique ties that link our two nations for the common good.
Though separated by the broadest of oceans, we have achieved the closest
of friendships. Our relationship transcends that of governments and heads
of state. Each year the ties binding Americans with Japanese increase in
trade, science, the arts, sports, and many other areas including cherished
personal contacts between individuals.
Let us continue to seek higher understanding with each other and among all
peoples. Let us trade and share to perpetuate the prosperity of both nations.
Let us work together to solve common problems, recognizing the inter-
dependence of the modern world. America is determined to do its part.
It is in a spirit of respect and admiration for the Japanese nation, in
dedication to our continuing collaboration, and with sincere
confidence in the future, that I offer a toast to the health and well-being
of your Imperial Majesties.
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