For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
September 22, 2004
Joint Statement Between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
President George W. Bush and President Pervez Musharraf met in New York
on September 22, and reaffirmed their commitment to broaden and
strengthen the U.S.-Pakistan relationship in keeping with the vision
agreed to in their meeting at Camp David in June last year.
The two Presidents reviewed progress in the global war on terror,
and pledged to continue working together, ensuring that the appropriate
resources are available. President Bush expressed appreciation for
Pakistan's efforts in this area. They also welcomed the progress of
the Joint Working Group on Terrorism and Law Enforcement and agreed to
further strengthen bilateral cooperation in this regard.
President Musharraf highlighted the need for addressing the
underlying causes that have given rise to disaffection and frustration
in the Islamic world. In this connection, he recalled his concept of
Enlightened Moderation which envisages cooperation of the United States
and other leading world powers in finding solutions to long standing
issues that affect the Muslim world.
The two leaders also noted their cooperation to stop the
proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and committed to sustain
full efforts towards this end.
The two leaders discussed the importance of building security and
prosperity in the region. They noted the urgency of maintaining a safe
environment for fair elections in Afghanistan and President Bush
thanked President Musharraf for his efforts in support of
out-of-country voting in Pakistan.
President Bush noted the significant economic progress that
Pakistan has made in recent years, and reaffirmed U.S. support for
Pakistan's efforts to sustain reform and growth. He reiterated the
U.S. Administration pledge of $3 billion over five years to help in
important areas such as security and the social sector. President
Musharraf expressed appreciation for US support to Pakistan's social
sector, economic development and poverty reduction programs.
They reiterated their commitment to further expand bilateral trade
and investment.
President Musharraf reiterated his commitment to democracy and his
intent to strengthen the country's democratic institutions and bring
sustainable democracy to Pakistan.
Taking note of the rich agenda for cooperation, President Bush once
again emphasized the long-term U.S. commitment to Pakistan and to the
region. President Musharraf expressed appreciation for the close
collaboration between the two countries. Both Presidents agreed to
further expand and deepen bilateral relations to the mutual benefit of
the two countries.
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