For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 11, 2001
President Bush to Meet with Prime Minister of Australia
President Bush will welcome Prime Minister
Howard of Australia to Washington on September 10. The
United States and Australia are treaty allies and share a long history
of close friendship and cooperation. The President is
particularly pleased to welcome the Prime Minister this year, which
marks the 100th year of the Australian federation and the 50th
anniversary of the U.S.-Australia alliance. Australians and
Americans have fought side by side in every war this past century and
continue to work together to promote shared values and common
interests. The President looks forward to discussing
regional security issues, exploring how best to advance our free trade
goals, and reaffirming the strength and vitality of the U.S.
partnership with Australia.
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