For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
October 5, 2001
President Thanks Georgian President for Support Against Terrorism
Statement by the Press Secretary
During a meeting with President of Georgia Eduard Shevardnadze, President
Bush underscored the continued support of the United States for the
sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Georgia. President
Bush also thanked President Shevardnadze for Georgia's unequivocal offer of
support in the campaign against international terrorism. President Bush
expressed the willingness of the United States to work with Georgia to
support Georgian efforts to take steps against terrorists.
Both Presidents agreed on the importance of Georgia strengthening
itself internally through economic and democratic reform, and a robust
fight against corruption. Progress on these reforms will
maintain and strengthen the partnership between the United States and
Georgia as we seek to fight terrorism, promote regional cooperation and
stability, and advance Caspian energy projects.
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