For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
April 9, 2004
President Bush Congratulates President Bouteflika on Re-Election
Statement by the Press Secretary
The President congratulates President Bouteflika on his
re-election. These elections represent another step on the road toward
democracy in Algeria. The President also congratulates the Algerian
people for their dedication to building a democratic political system.
The United States looks forward to continuing to work with
President Bouteflika on the many matters of common interest between
Algeria and the United States, including resolution of disputes in the
North African region, the fight against terrorism, and needed political
and economic reforms under way in Algeria.
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