Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents

Monday, June 18, 2001 Volume 37—Number 24 Pages 875–924 Week Ending Friday, June 15, 2001

The President’s Radio Address earlier this week a program to allow people June 9, 2001 who receive low income rental assistance to bundle a year’s worth of payments and use Good morning. This week I marked the money for a downpayment or to make National Homeownership Week by volun- monthly payments on a new mortgage. teering with a local Habitat for Humanity We’re also proposing a $1.7 billion tax work crew in Tampa, Florida. I was privi- credit to support the rehabilitation or new leged to work with local volunteers to help construction of up to 100,000 homes over a build a home for Johana Rodriguez and her 5 year period. And this week I was proud family. to sign a bipartisan tax relief bill that will Like all Habitat families, Ms. Rodriguez let Americans keep more of their hard contributed her own hard work to her home’s earned money, money they can use to help construction. And she takes great pride in purchase a new home or pay the mortgage the fact that she’ll soon fulfill the American of an existing home. Dream of being a homeowner. Government can play a helpful role but More Americans than ever before are ex- so must many others. My administration is periencing that dream. But it still eludes too dedicated to helping the private sector orga- many people. For instance, while the rate of nizations, like Habitat for Humanity, that homeownership amongst all Americans is build homes and lift lives. HUD’s Self-Help nearly 68 percent, the rate among African- Ownership Opportunity Program provides American and Hispanic families is under 50 seed money to groups like Habitat to pur- percent. These numbers are troubling be- cause homeownership lies at the heart of the chase land for homes and build streets and American Dream. It is a key to upward mo- utilities in local neighborhoods. Next year’s bility for low and middle income Americans. budget will propose tripling the program’s It is an anchor for families and a source of funds to expand its reach. stability for communities. It serves as the If you have an opportunity to help Habitat foundation of many people’s financial secu- for Humanity or other organizations working rity. And it is a source of pride for people to make the American Dream a reality for who have worked hard to provide for their more families, I hope you do so. Government families. We need to do more to promote funding can help. But Habitat relies on vol- homeownership in America. And my admin- unteers to accomplish the bulk of its mission. istration is proposing a number of ways to And I can tell you from personal experience, do just that. there’s no better way to feel like you’re mak- Our 2002 budget dedicates more than $30 ing a difference than to put hammer to nail billion to the Department of Housing and and help people realize their dreams. Urban Development. This is an increase of Thank you for listening. almost $2 billion over current funding levels. We are working in a variety of ways to build NOTE: The address was recorded at 2:10 p.m. on and sustain neighborhoods in inner cities and June 7 in the Cabinet Room at the White House rural communities across America. for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on June 9. The tran- One particular program, the American script was made available by the Office of the Dream Downpayment Fund, will provide Press Secretary on June 8 but was embargoed for $200 million in downpayment assistance to release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press help 130,000 low income families buy homes. Secretary also released a Spanish language tran- In addition, my administration announced script of this address. 875

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Remarks on the Execution Remarks on Global Climate Change of Timothy McVeigh June 11, 2001 June 11, 2001 Good morning. I’ve just met with senior This morning the United States of America members of my administration who are carried out the severest sentence for the working to develop an effective and science- gravest of crimes. The victims of the Okla- based approach to addressing the important homa City bombing have been given not issues of global climate change. vengeance but justice. And one young man This is an issue that I know is very impor- met the fate he chose for himself 6 years tant to the nations of Europe, which I will ago. be visiting for the first time as President. The For the survivors of the crime and for the Earth’s well-being is also an issue important families of the dead, the pain goes on. Final to America, and it’s an issue that should be punishment of the guilty cannot alone bring important to every nation in every part of peace to the innocent. It cannot recover the our world. loss or balance the scales, and it is not meant The issue of climate change respects no to do so. Today every living person who was border. Its effects cannot be reined in by an hurt by the evil done in Oklahoma City can army nor advanced by any ideology. Climate rest in the knowledge that there has been change, with its potential to impact every cor- a reckoning. ner of the world, is an issue that must be At every point, from the morning of April addressed by the world. 19, 1995, to this hour, we have seen the good The Kyoto Protocol was fatally flawed in that overcomes evil. We saw it in the rescuers fundamental ways. But the process used to who saved and suffered with the victims. We bring nations together to discuss our joint re- have seen it in a community that has grieved sponse to climate change is an important one. and held close the memory of the lost. We That is why I am today committing the have seen it in the work of detectives, mar- United States of America to work within the shal, and police, and we’ve seen it in the United Nations framework and elsewhere to courts. Due process ruled: The case was develop with our friends and allies and na- proved; the verdict was calmly reached; and tions throughout the world an effective and the rights of the accused were protected and science-based response to the issue of global observed to the full and to the end. Under warming. the laws of our country, the matter is con- My Cabinet-level working group has met cluded. regularly for the last 10 weeks to review the Life and history bring tragedies, and often most recent, most accurate, and most com- they cannot be explained. But they can be prehensive science. They have heard from redeemed. They are redeemed by dispensing scientists offering a wide spectrum of views. justice, though eternal justice is not ours to They have reviewed the facts, and they have deliver. By remembering those who grieve, listened to many theories and suppositions. including Timothy McVeigh’s mother, father, The working group asked the highly re- and sisters, and by trusting in purposes great- spected National Academy of Sciences to er than our own, may God in his mercy grant provide us the most up-to-date information peace to all—to the lives that were taken 6 about what is known and about what is not years ago, to the lives that go on, and to the known on the science of climate change. life that ended today. First, we know the surface temperature of the Earth is warming. It has risen by .6 de- grees Celsius over the past 100 years. There NOTE: The President spoke at 9:44 a.m. in the was a warming trend from the 1890s to the James S. Brady Briefing Room at the White House. Timothy McVeigh was tried, found guilty, 1940s, cooling from the 1940s to the 1970s, and sentenced to death for the murder of 168 and then sharply rising temperatures from people in the April 19, 1995, bombing of the Al- the 1970s to today. fred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma There is a natural greenhouse effect that City, OK. contributes to warming. Greenhouse gases

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trap heat and thus warm the Earth because of all greenhouse gases, and many of those they prevent a significant proportion of infra- emissions come from developing countries. red radiation from escaping into space. Con- This is a challenge that requires a 100 per- centration of greenhouse gases, especially cent effort, ours and the rest of the world’s. CO2, have increased substantially since the The world’s second largest emitter of green- beginning of the industrial revolution. And house gases is China. Yet, China was entirely the National Academy of Sciences indicates exempted from the requirements of the that the increase is due in large part to Kyoto Protocol. India and Germany are human activity. among the top emitters. Yet, India was also Yet, the Academy’s report tells us that we exempt from Kyoto. These and other devel- do not know how much effect natural fluc- oping countries that are experiencing rapid tuations in climate may have had on warm- growth face challenges in reducing their ing. We do not know how much our climate emissions without harming their economies. could or will change in the future. We do We want to work cooperatively with these not know how fast change will occur or even countries in their efforts to reduce green- how some of our actions could impact it. For house emissions and maintain economic example, our useful efforts to reduce sulfur growth. emissions may have actually increased warm- Kyoto also failed to address two major pol- ing, because sulfate particles reflect sunlight, lutants that have an impact on warming: bouncing it back into space. And finally, no black soot and tropospheric ozone. Both are one can say with any certainty what con- proven health hazards. Reducing both would stitutes a dangerous level of warming and, not only address climate change but also dra- therefore, what level must be avoided. matically improve people’s health. The policy challenge is to act in a serious Kyoto is, in many ways, unrealistic. Many and sensible way, given the limits of our countries cannot meet their Kyoto targets. knowledge. While scientific uncertainties re- The targets themselves were arbitrary and main, we can begin now to address the fac- not based upon science. For America, com- tors that contribute to climate change. plying with those mandates would have a There are only two ways to stabilize con- negative economic impact, with layoffs of centration of greenhouse gases: One is to workers and price increases for consumers. avoid emitting them in the first place; the And when you evaluate all these flaws, most other is to try to capture them after they’re reasonable people will understand that it’s created. And there are problems with both not sound public policy. That’s why 95 Mem- approaches. We’re making great progress bers of the United States Senate expressed through technology but have not yet devel- a reluctance to endorse such an approach. oped cost-effective ways to capture carbon Yet, America’s unwillingness to embrace emissions at their source, although there is a flawed treaty should not be read by our some promising work that is being done. friends and allies as any abdication of respon- And a growing population requires more sibility. To the contrary, my administration energy to heat and cool our homes, more gas is committed to a leadership role on the issue to drive our cars. Even though we’re making of climate change. We recognize our respon- progress on conservation and energy effi- sibility and will meet it—at home, in our ciency and have significantly reduced the hemisphere, and in the world. amount of carbon emissions per unit of GDP, My Cabinet-level working group on cli- our country, the United States, is the world’s mate change is recommending a number of largest emitter of manmade greenhouse initial steps and will continue to work on ad- gases. We account for almost 20 percent of ditional ideas. The working group proposes the world’s manmade greenhouse emissions. the United States help lead the way by ad- We also account for about one-quarter of the vancing the science on climate change, ad- world’s economic output. We recognize the vancing the technology to monitor and re- responsibility to reduce our emissions. We duce greenhouse gases, and creating partner- also recognize the other part of the story, ships within our hemisphere and beyond to that the rest of the world emits 80 percent monitor and measure and mitigate emissions.

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I also call on Congress to work with my States cannot solve this global problem alone. administration to achieve the significant We’re building partnerships within the West- emission reductions made possible by imple- ern Hemisphere and with other like-minded menting the clean energy technologies pro- countries. Last week Secretary Powell signed posed in our energy plan. Our working group a new CONCAUSA Declaration with the study has made it clear that we need to know countries of Central America, calling for co- a lot more. operative efforts on science research, moni- The U.N. Framework Convention on Cli- toring and measuring of emissions, tech- mate Change commences to stabilizing con- nology development, and investment in for- centrations at a level that will prevent dan- est conservation. We will work with the gerous human interference with the climate, Inter-American Institute for Global Change but no one knows what that level is. The Research and other institutions to better un- United States has spent $18 billion on cli- derstand regional impacts of climate change. mate research since 1990, 3 times as much We will establish a partnership to monitor as any other country and more than Japan and mitigate emissions. And at home, I call and all 15 nations of the EU combined. on Congress to work with my administration Today I make our investment in science on the initiatives to enhance conservation even greater. My administration will establish and energy efficiency outlined in my energy the U.S. Climate Change Research Initiative plan, to implement the increased use of re- to study areas of uncertainty and identify pri- newables, natural gas, and hydropower that ority areas where investments can make a dif- are outlined in the plan, and to increase the ference. I’m directing my Secretary of Com- generation of safe and clean nuclear power. merce, working with other agencies, to set By increasing conservation and energy ef- priorities for additional investments in cli- ficiency and aggressively using these clean mate change research, review such invest- energy technologies, we can reduce our ments, and to improve coordination amongst greenhouse gas emissions by significant Federal agencies. We will fully fund high- amounts in the coming years. We can make priority areas for climate change science over great progress in reducing emissions, and we the next 5 years. We’ll also provide resources to build climate observation systems in devel- will. Yet, even that isn’t enough. oping countries and encourage other devel- I’ve asked my advisers to consider ap- oped nations to match our American commit- proaches to reduce greenhouse gas emis- ment. And we propose a joint venture with sions, including those that tap the power of the EU, Japan, and others to develop state- markets, help realize the promise of tech- of-the-art climate modeling that will help us nology, and ensure the widest possible global better understand the causes and impacts of participation. As we analyze the possibilities, climate change. we will be guided by several basic principles. America’s the leader in technology and in- Our approach must be consistent with the novation. We all believe technology offers long-term goal of stabilizing greenhouse gas great promise to significantly reduce emis- concentrations in the atmosphere. Our ac- sions, especially carbon capture, storage, and tions should be measured as we learn more sequestration technologies. So we’re creating from science and build on it. Our approach the National Climate Change Technology must be flexible to adjust to new information Initiative to strengthen research at univer- and take advantage of new technology. We sities and national labs, to enhance partner- must always act to ensure continued eco- ships in applied research, to develop im- nomic growth and prosperity for our citizens proved technology for measuring and moni- and for citizens throughout the world. We toring gross and net greenhouse gas emis- should pursue market-based incentives and sions, and to fund demonstration projects for spur technological innovation. And finally, cutting-edge technologies, such as bioreac- our approach must be based on global par- tors and fuel cells. ticipation, including that of developing coun- Even with the best science, even with the tries whose net greenhouse gas emissions best technology, we all know the United now exceed those in the developed countries.

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I’ve asked Secretary Powell and Adminis- mountain climbing or river rafting. Enjoying trator Whitman to ensure they actively work the outdoors also can be as tranquil as bird- with friends and allies to explore common watching or viewing a golden sunset from a approaches to climate change consistent with campsite. These experiences leave us with these principles. wonderful memories of time shared with Each step we take will increase our knowl- family and friends, provide opportunities for edge. We will act, learn, and act again, adjust- improving our health, and expose us to the ing our approaches as science advances and wonders of nature. technology evolves. Our administration will Recognizing that most Americans enjoy be creative. We’re committed to protecting the outdoors by visiting Federal, State, or our environment and improving our econ- local sites, my budget proposes to fully fund omy, to acting at home and working in con- the Land and Water Conservation Fund at cert with the world. This is an administration $900 million for Fiscal Year 2002. Half of that will make commitments we can keep and the Fund will go toward grants to support keep the commitments that we make. State and local conservation and outdoor I look forward to continued discussions recreation efforts. My National Parks Legacy with our friends and allies about this impor- Project pledges to secure $4.9 billion to help tant issue. ensure that our national parks are properly Thank you for coming. maintained and enhanced. In addition, I have directed the Department of the Interior to NOTE: The President spoke at 11:10 a.m. in the prepare an annual report describing the con- Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, dition of our parks and offering specific rec- he referred to the Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change. ommendations to improve them. During Great Outdoors Week, we also honor Americans who volunteer their time Proclamation 7450—Great Outdoors to restore and safeguard these national treas- Week, 2001 ures. These generous individuals collectively June 11, 2001 contribute millions of hours to clean shore- lines and waterways, maintain trails and By the President of the United States campsites, staff interpretive centers, and per- of America form other important tasks. Their efforts help ensure the continued vitality of our precious A Proclamation natural areas and enhance the quality of life During Great Outdoors Week, our Nation for all Americans. celebrates the beauty and majesty of the Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, great outdoors. This occasion allows Ameri- President of the United States of America, cans to reflect on the role our parks, forests, by virtue of the authority vested in me by wildlife refuges, recreation areas, and other the Constitution and laws of the United public lands and waters play in our lives. We States, do hereby proclaim June 10–16, 2001, also acknowledge how this wonderful shared as Great Outdoors Week. I call upon the peo- legacy would not be possible without our ple of the United States to observe this week strong tradition of natural resource conserva- with appropriate ceremonies and activities tion. and to participate in safe and wholesome out- No other country boasts more extraor- door recreation. dinary or more diverse options for recreation. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set Our Nation’s federally managed lands ac- my hand this eleventh day of June, in the count for nearly one in every three acres and, year of our Lord two thousand one, and of together with our Nation’s waters, provide the Independence of the United States of visitors with almost 2 billion opportunities for America the two hundred and twenty-fifth. recreation annually. Eight of ten Americans George W. Bush participate at least monthly in outdoor recre- ation, and we may choose to challenge our- [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, selves through demanding activities like 10:54 a.m., June 12, 2001]

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NOTE: This proclamation was published in the respect to the accumulation of a large volume Federal Register on June 13. of weapons-usable fissile material in the ter- ritory of the Russian Federation is to con- Memorandum on Suspension of tinue beyond June 21, 2001. Limitations Under the Jerusalem It remains a major national security goal of the United States to ensure that fissile ma- Embassy Act terial removed from Russian nuclear weap- June 11, 2001 ons pursuant to various arms control and dis- armament agreements is dedicated to peace- Presidential Determination No. 2001–19 ful uses, subject to transparency measures, and protected from diversion to activities of Memorandum for the Secretary of State proliferation concern. The accumulation of Subject: Suspension of Limitations Under the a large volume of weapons-usable fissile ma- Jerusalem Embassy Act terial in the territory of the Russian Federa- Pursuant to the authority vested in me as tion continues to pose an unusual and ex- President by the Constitution and the laws traordinary threat to the national security and of the United States, including section 7(a) foreign policy of the United States. For this of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 (Pub- reason, I have determined that it is necessary lic Law 104–45) (the ‘‘Act’’), I hereby deter- to maintain in force these emergency au- mine that it is necessary to protect the na- thorities beyond June 21, 2001. tional security interests of the United States George W. Bush to suspend for a period of six months the limitations set forth in sections 3(b) and 7(b) The White House, of the Act. My Administration remains com- June 11, 2001. mitted to beginning the process of moving our embassy to Jerusalem. NOTE: This message was released by the Office You are hereby authorized and directed to of the Press Secretary on June 12. transmit this determination to the Congress, accompanied by a report in accordance with section 7(a) of the Act, and to publish the The President’s News Conference determination in the Federal Register. With President Jose Maria Aznar of This suspension shall take effect on June Spain in Madrid, Spain 15, 2001. June 12, 2001 George W. Bush President Aznar. It’s a great pleasure to be able to welcome the President of the Message to the Congress on United States of America, George Bush, to Continuation of the National Palacio de la Moncloa on his first visit to Emergency With Respect to Russia Spain. I’d like to express my satisfaction with June 11, 2001 regard to the atmosphere of cordiality and the friendship that has ruled in our meetings To the Congress of the United States: today, our working luncheon, and our talks. Section 202(d) of the National Emer- And I also want to thank his advisers and gencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), provides for his staff for all the kindness and all of the the automatic termination of a national emer- interest they have shown in issues that matter gency unless, prior to the anniversary date to Spain. of its declaration, the President publishes in As all of you know, President Bush and the Federal Register and transmits to the his delegation spent several hours with us in Congress a notice stating that the emergency Quintos de Mora en Toledo, where we had is to continue in effect beyond the anniver- the opportunity to talk about a number of sary date. I have sent the enclosed notice to issues I will refer to. the Federal Register for publication. This no- As you know, the United States of America tice states that the emergency declared with and Spain share a common history, before,

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during, and after its independence, to which to you, we dealt with the development of our Spain has made a major contribution. At transatlantic economic relationship, the de- present, many U.S. citizens have Spanish as velopment of European defense, the Balkan their mother tongue—the number, which in situation, the Middle East conflict, and the the next few years will be more than that need to increase and improve our coopera- of Spaniards, and a language which we hear tion with the developing world. the President, himself, speaking better and Allow me to indicate that because of our better every day. [Laughter] Our students historical and political realities and our cul- and our researchers chose many university tural realities, we have especially discussed centers in the United States as the place of the issue of Ibero-America, a region whose preference to study and work. And I, myself, welfare and development is something that have been able to find, on my trips to the Spain and the United States are keenly inter- United States, how quickly Spanish scientists ested in. I’d like to underscore the extreme are included in these research centers and sensitivity of President Bush with regard to institutions. Ibero-American issues, as was evidenced by We share with the United States con- the various initiatives he has implemented fidence in the values of freedom, democracy, since becoming President of the United and respect for human rights, which we be- States, and which I, myself, have been able lieve are basic values, not simply to live with- to see during our discussions today. in our own countries but also as a model of Before you ask any questions, I would like behavior for the entire international commu- to say that as is the case on many issues that nity. We are open societies; we are firm de- we have dealt with, we have not always been fenders of market economies; and we are in agreement. But that, precisely, is always convinced of the importance of these shared the case at meetings like these. We try to and common values, such as the family in agree; we try to find meeting points on those our countries. issues, where interpretations perhaps are not These same values that we share and de- always the same. For that reason, we have fend have led both our countries to take part established regular contexts in our joint polit- in the same security organizations, and we ical declaration, and we have approved—and defend the transatlantic dialog which has I am very grateful to President Bush for his been the basis for peace and stability in the kind invitation to visit the United States be- last half century. fore the Spanish Presidency, in other words, As you know, President Bush and I will before the end of this year. be attending the meeting of heads of state My conclusion is that these discussions will and government of NATO tomorrow, and on promote and enhance the U.S.-Spain rela- Thursday will be the U.S.-EU Summit, which tionship even more, which will lead to great will be followed by a dinner with the 15 progress—promising progress, new contacts, heads of state and government, along with new agreements, new opportunities, and new President Bush. common objectives. As I said earlier, there are many issues that Thank you very much, and I give the floor we discussed, and I would very briefly like to the President. to refer to these. On the bilateral front, we President Bush. Well, thank you, Mr. talked about the implementation of the polit- President. It’s such an honor to be here. It ical joint statement that was signed last Janu- is an appropriate place for me to begin my ary. We are negotiating, as you all know, a visit to Europe. Spain is a friend of the review of the agreement for defense coopera- United States, and President Aznar is a friend tion that we hope can be signed as soon as of mine. Es un enorme placer estar en possible. We have discussed several issues Espan˜a, cuya gran cultura ha marcado with regard to our economic, industrial, cul- profundamente mi pais. tural, and security cooperation. Spain is one of America’s most reliable On the international front, as was included Allies and one of the world’s most dynamic in the joint statement that President Bush societies. Spain has made one of Europe’s and I just signed and which has been given most remarkable transitions to democracy

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and prosperity. It is now the world’s eighth prevent or resolve regional conflicts, to elimi- largest industrial economy. Mr. President, nate barriers to free trade, to extend Eu- you deserve a lot of credit. rope’s zone of peace and stability by enlarg- Spain has prospered. It has found a new ing the great institutions of European unity, global role. Hundreds of millions of people and to strengthen our ability to meet new now speak the language of Cervantes, and challenges to our security. many millions of them live in the United I look forward to meeting with Russian States. We Americans, too, are now proud President Putin to set out a new and con- inheritors of Hispanidad. structive and realistic relationship between President Aznar and I have today recon- Russia and the United States. I’m looking firmed the close relationship between the forward to talking to President Putin, to as- United States and Spain. Our joint statement sure him of our friendship and to offer him expresses a renewed commitment to the a strong, normal relationship with America. NATO Alliance and a readiness to respond President Aznar and I have discussed all to any new threats. The statement also un- these issues. And I gained much from his derscores our shared support for a new round views and experience. I look forward to see- of global trade negotiations this year. ing all my European friends and Allies in the The United States and Spain have worked coming days. Europe and the United States closely together to promote freedom, pros- are united by a single set of fundamental val- perity, and stability, both in the Americas and ues, and with that unity, there is much we in southeast Europe. We appreciate Spain’s can accomplish. contributions to peace in the Balkans and Mr. President. Thank you, sir. Spain’s hospitable welcome to the American soldiers, sailors, marines, and aircrews on the Q. Mr. President—— bases here. President Bush. Speak clearly. It is important that we continue this excel- Q. I’ll try, sir. It’s one of those things I lent record of military cooperation. It is also have problems with. important that we continue to cooperate in President Bush. Speak for yourself. the Middle East and that we combine our [Laughter] efforts to fight terrorism—terrorism around the world. And our Government is com- Global Warming/National Missile mitted to stand side by side with the Spanish Defense Government as it battles terrorism here in Q. I was. Spain. I shared with President Aznar my adminis- Mr. President, the EU today rejected your tration’s desire to work with our European global warming initiative, Mr. President, and partners to build a Europe that is whole, free, weeks of consultations have not eased the ob- peaceful, and linked in solidarity with the jections to your missile defense plans in most United States. This week I’ll be meeting with European capitals. I have two questions on two great institutions of Europe, NATO and that. Are these issues so important that you’re the European Union, to affirm our common willing to go it alone if the European Allies purposes and to chart our path ahead of us. won’t come on board? And what is your re- Europe has often had a history of division sponse to the EU today calling your climate and conflict, but Europe today is writing a change plan short on results? new story, a story of democratic progress, President Bush. Well, first, there’s a lot economic reform, and ethnic tolerance. This that unite us, trade, common values, great commitment to a united, prosperous, peace- opportunities. I look forward to making my ful Europe is an American commitment, as case, as I did today over lunch, about missile well. America benefits when Europe is defense. It starts with explaining to Russia united and peaceful and prosperous. and our European friends and allies that Rus- The hope of progress has never been sia is not the enemy of the United States, greater, and America will do all it can to ful- that the attitude of mutually assured destruc- fill that promise. We must work together to tion is a relic of the cold war, and that we

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must address the new threats of the 21st cen- our opinions, and I’m confident we’ll have tury if we’re to have a peaceful continent and a good and constructive dialog. a peaceful world. President Aznar. I’d like to express my Those new threats are terrorism, based own opinion on these two issues, because I upon the capacity of some countries to de- want to tell you I’ve followed our conversa- velop weapons of mass destruction and, tions very carefully, and I want to thank therefore, hold the United States and our President Bush for the initiatives he’s taken friends hostage. It is so important we think on in explaining this missile defense program differently in order to address those threats. and all of the explanations and information I believe that people are interested in our he has been kind enough to provide me this opinion. I believe Mr. Putin is interested in afternoon. our opinions. I know the President of Spain I want to say that, according to my opinion, was willing to listen as to why it’s important it’s absolutely understandable for any Presi- to think differently in order to keep the dent to be concerned about the security of peace. The ABM Treaty prevents our Nation his citizens. And in this particular case, obvi- and other freedom-loving nations from ex- ously there is a concern that’s shared as a ploring opportunities to be able to say to result of the collective security that we share. those who would hold freedom-loving peo- I sincerely believe that no one should be ples hostage that we’re not going to let you surprised that when we pose issues based on do so. So I look forward to consulting and overcoming the past of the cold war, policies continue the consultations that have already going beyond the cold war, presentations that begun. go beyond the historical conflict of the cold As far as global warming, I made a strong war, and we talk about new threats, new chal- statement yesterday that said our Nation is lenges, new problems, new challenges in concerned about CO2 emissions and that general, again, in security, we come to new we’ve begun the process to address that initiatives. So far, these initiatives have all problem. I started with an energy plan that, been virtual in the sense that they were based on the one hand, talks about conservation on an offensive deterrent factor. Now, we measures. Our country can and will do a bet- have an initiative that is based on defensive ter job of conserving energy. But I also talked issues. It has not been demonstrated any- about new supplies that will not harm the where, nor has anyone been able to show environment—renewables, natural gas, and that that defensive initiative is something that clean nuclear energy. And I hope the United cannot lead to greater and better security. States Congress responds positively to these For that reason, it is very important for measures, which will help in the global President Bush to have decided to share that warming issue. initiative with his Allies, to discuss it with I also said our Nation is willing to continue them, to establish a framework of coopera- to spend money on science, to make sure tion with his Allies with regard to this initia- that any collective approach is one based tive, and as he announced, to also establish upon sound science. I did speak out against a framework of discussions, cooperation, and the Kyoto treaty itself, because I felt that the a new relationship with Russia. Kyoto treaty was unrealistic, it was not based What I’m surprised by is the fact that there upon science. The stated mandates in the are people who, from the start, disqualified Kyoto treaty would affect our economy in a this initiative. And that way, they’re also dis- negative way. qualifying the deterrence that has existed so On the other hand, I did say loud and clear far, and probably they would also disqualify that we must continue the process of dialog. any other kind of initiative. But what we’re I instructed people in our administration to dealing with here is an attempt to provide adhere to the United Nations framework to greater security for everyone. And from that figure out ways for us to come together to point of view, that initiative, to share and dis- address this issue that knows no borders or cuss and dialog and reach common ground no boundaries. I’m confident the people of— with the President of the United States, is the leadership of Europe are interested in something that I greatly appreciate.

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With regard to the second issue, on the sensitivity with regard to Ibero-America. And environment, as you know, Spain continues obviously, his sensitivity is demonstrated in to support the position of the EU, and it has a very intense way. We had the opportunity ratified the Kyoto Protocol. I understand that to exchange ideas, especially with regard to we have positions that may have some dif- the issues that are now affecting the possible ferences, but I am also absolutely convinced development of any possibilities in Ibero- that our objectives—which are to guarantee America. the climate that will make life possible for But we do agree on something very basic. everyone, to reduce emissions that can pol- In Ibero-America, Central America, South lute our planet—is an objective that we America, we see the circumstances there share. which are sufficient to decisively attract to We can and we must discuss the instru- that part of the world elements of prosperity ments to achieve those objectives, and I hope in the 21st century with greater and better that that dialog over the next few days will opportunities and, of course, to establish and be even more intense. President Bush has trust democratic systems that are more and adopted some initiatives, and those initiatives more solid, although there are some excep- need to be studied by the EU, and they will tions, and to strongly attract these countries also be studied by Spain—I insist—from the towards prosperity, so that there will be more position that we have had of ratifying the wealth, more welfare there for everyone. Kyoto Protocol. That will be very important for us, and it will also be important, I’m sure, for the sta- Cuba/Plan Colombia bility and prosperity of the world at large. Q. I’d like to tell you both something about And in that, the United States and Spain Ibero-America. And I’d like to discuss the share and have a common balance. We are issue of Ibero-America with you. I want to capable of working jointly on delicate issues, know if you’ve adopted any kind of common such as Plan Colombia, and on some issues, position. And specifically, with regard to such as the law that you refer to. Although President Bush, two questions on that issue: we are not in agreement with it, we are also With regard to Cuba, do you plan to keep working so that our relationship will not be the embargo, to continue with the situation damaged and so whatever problems are that you have with regard to Europe and posed can be dealt with positively or that they other countries there; and if, with regard to do not even arise at all. Plan Colombia, you plan to continue the situ- ation? With regard to the first question, it Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change had to do with Helms-Burton, excuse me. Q. Mr. President, your Chief of Staff said Thank you very much for respecting the over the weekend that your decision to with- request to only ask one question at a time. draw from the Kyoto Protocol was based President Bush. Which one, Helms-Bur- more on emotion than on—was based more ton or Plan Colombia? [Laughter] Los dos. on emotion than on science and that you We plan to keep the embargo on Cuba and thought that some European countries were will do so until Fidel Castro frees prisoners, playing a little bit of a game because, unlike has free elections, embraces freedom. I be- Spain, they did not ratify the treaty. Do you lieve strongly that’s the right policy for the agree that the European view on this is col- United States. ored more by emotion than by science, and As to Helms-Burton, I’m fully aware do you think that there was some there’s an issue that has arisen between a posturing—— Spanish corporation and the—and one of the President Bush. This is an appropriate titles of the Helms-Burton bill. And we will question after I’ve had a chance to visit with work to resolve that dispute. all the leaders in Europe. I come to the con- President Aznar. We had very long dis- ference believing that every leader is sincere cussions on the issue of Ibero-America, and about their desire to clean the world, and I said earlier that I greatly appreciate Presi- so are we. We have a different approach, but dent Bush’s sensitivities with regard to his— we have the same goals.

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As I said earlier, I believe the Kyoto treaty better, are objectives that we all make pos- is a flawed treaty. I think that it set unscien- sible. tific goals. It didn’t include developing coun- tries. On the other hand, I want to reiterate Terrorism today, and I will do so throughout the week, that we’re committed to reducing green- Q. The same question for both of you, but house gases in the United States. I will pose it in a different way. I’d like to ask President Bush, how will this commit- I had an opportunity to explain to the ment that you have taken on to help Spain President that our Nation faces an energy cri- in the fight against terrorism be translated? sis, and it’s a serious issue. We’ve got incred- What can the United States do? How can ible trading opportunities between our na- the United States provide any assistance, tions and between the United States and the bearing in mind that in Spain we cannot EU. In order for us to be active traders, our apply—our ethical principles do not allow us Nation’s economy must recover. We’ve taken to apply the solution that you apply, the some steps toward that. We’ve got sound death penalty, for terrorists? monetary policy by the Federal Reserve. And for Mr. Aznar, the same question. I We’ve got a new fiscal stimulus package that wanted to ask what you have asked of Mr. is going to take effect soon. But we also must Bush, and what do you expect of the United address energy. And we can do so in a way States to help them to solve the most serious that not only enhances our economy, a way problem your government has? that makes us less dependent on foreign President Aznar. Since it’s our most seri- sources of crude oil, and a way, as well, that ous problem, if you’ll allow me, I’ll answer helps clean the environment. first. I want to express my thanks to the soli- One of my jobs in the United States is to darity of the U.S. Government in our struggle build a consensus around more exploration against terrorism. The U.S. and Spain fully and transportation of natural gas, which is share the principles of the fight against ter- a clean fuel, more use of renewables, as well rorism in the global sense. But I wish to say as following up on the debate that we have that today I especially appreciate the fact that stimulated, which is the use of clean nuclear President Bush has specifically expressed power. Mr. President was anxious to hear support for the struggle the Spanish Govern- about our plans for economic recovery be- ment is carrying out against terrorism that cause it affects trade. And trade is one of takes place specifically in Spain. I very much the most hopeful opportunities for people appreciate that. around the globe. There are many channels for cooperation. President Aznar. All matters related to Cooperation among Spanish and U.S. serv- the development of economic freedom is ices is ongoing; it works well. In fact, what something that we have shared freely, as you we discussed today is the enhancement of will see in our joint statement. that cooperation, for it to be strengthened With regards to the second part of your in the future. And certainly, we will in the question, I’m absolutely convinced that the immediate future see how that cooperation discussions the heads of state and govern- is going to be enhanced and strengthened. ment hold in the European Union with Presi- But I would ask you please not to blend dent Bush will be held in a constructive and those issues with any other circumstance you positive atmosphere, trying to share objec- may have referred to, because that is a par- tives and share instruments—even though, ticularly vital issue, particularly sensitive for perhaps, we start from basic differing opin- us. And I am convinced, as I have always ions, because I insist the European Union stated, that democracy, the rule of law, will has been favorable to the Kyoto Protocol un- always prevail over terror and against terror. like the United States. But we need to con- We must defeat terror. We cannot dialog tinue talking among ourselves to make sure with them. All we must do is defeat them. that the objectives that we do share in the And we will do that with the help of our end, a cleaner world in which we can live friends, in this case the Americans and the

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President of the United States, as he has said So part of the reasons we’re having the this afternoon. dialog in the first place is to enable us to President Bush. We’ve spent a fair explore all our options, so that I can turn amount of time today over lunch discussing to the President of Spain one day and say, terrorism, international terrorism, as well as ‘‘Our research and development has shown terrorism within Spain. I confirmed our us that not only can we deploy, but effectively country’s willingness and—strong willingness deploy, the capacity to shoot down a weapon to stand side by side with the Government from someone that may threaten Spain, may of Spain, to cooperate where necessary to threaten the United States, or threaten our help fight terrorism. Allies’’—precisely why the debate occurs. Freedom-loving people are going to be The ABM Treaty is a relic of the past. It faced with terrorism. And countries such as prevents freedom-loving people from explor- ours must not yield, must not waver, in the ing the future. And that’s why we’ve got to face of terrorist activity. And to the extent lay it aside. And that’s why we’ve got to have that we can help the Government of Spain the framework—the discussions necessary to to fight terrorism within its borders, we will explain to our friends and Allies, as well as do so. We’ve signed a communique prior to Russia, that our intent is to make the world me becoming President; I can reaffirm that more peaceful, not more dangerous. Our in- commitment today. And we’ll jointly fight tent is to bring stability into the world. And terrorism on an international basis, as well. freedom-loving people must recognize the Part of the missile defense dialog is about true threats that face democracies in the 21st fighting terrorism. If someone is able to century. blackmail freedom-loving countries, it could The days of the cold war have ended, and prevent countries like Spain and the United so must the cold war mentality, as far as I’m States from being forward thinking about concerned. And I believe we’re going to fighting terrorism. Terrorist activities will make great progress on this issue; I truly do. take place different kinds of ways in the 21st I realize it’s going to require a lot of consulta- century: information terror, biological weap- tion, but I’m willing to listen. President onry. And we committed today to combine Aznar had a lot of interesting points of view. our efforts and talents and resources to con- He had a lot of very good questions to ask. tinue to fight terrorism. One of them was your question, how do we Mr. President, I meant what I told you know if it will work? And the only way to over lunch. We stand side by side with the know—for it to work will be for the United Government of Spain and will not yield in States to spend the dollars, and have the ca- the face of terrorism. pacity to do research and development on Kyoto Protocol/National Missile Defense this very important issue. Q. You say the scientific evidence isn’t strong enough to go forward with Kyoto. So Death Penalty how, then, do you justify your missile defense Q. President Bush, this is your first trip plan, when there’s even less scientific evi- to Europe as U.S. President. You know that dence that that will work? it’s a basic constitutional principle to be a President Bush. Part of the problem with member of the EU to abolish the death pen- the ABM Treaty is that it prevents a full ex- alty. This is a constitutional principle here ploration of possibility. We’re bound by a in Spain, in fact. So my question is, do you treaty signed in 1972 that prohibits the feel like the champion of the death penalty, United States from investigating all possibili- as you are perceived by some of the media? ties as to how to intercept missiles. For exam- You want to persuade your Allies on issues ple, the technology of intercept on launch such as Kyoto and so on. Do you think there is a technology that we must more fully ex- might be a chance for them to persuade you plore in order to make sure that we have that we go back to the period when the death the defensive capabilities necessary to pre- penalty wasn’t applied in the States? Because vent what I call blackmail. there are two Spanish citizens on death row

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in Florida, in fact, where your brother is Gov- In my opinion, every time Europe and the ernor. States have become distanced from the secu- President Aznar, did you discuss this? Did rity standpoint, as well as from the standpoint you mention the two Spaniards, specifically? of prosperity and freedoms, the world has President Bush. Democracies debate suffered seriously. I am in favor of strengthen issues. Democracies represent the will of the the transatlantic ties so I will strengthening people. The death penalty is the will of the the bilateral relationship and strengthen de- people in the United States. There are some veloping the EU by taking on further respon- people who don’t agree with the death pen- sibilities to bring about economic integration alty in our country, and it’s not an easy sub- and enlargement. ject for any of us. But the majority of the I will work to ensure that all that develop- people—and our laws reflect the majority of ment by no means weakens the transatlantic the people—believe that if the death penalty link at any time. We can cooperate on up- is certain, just, and fair, it’ll deter crime. holding freedoms, the free market, human I understand others don’t agree with this rights, and to uphold a more stable world position. The democracies in Europe reflect all over. the will of the people of Europe. That doesn’t mean we can’t be friends; that doesn’t mean we can’t work in common areas of impor- NATO Expansion tance to our people. And that’s the spirit in Q. President Bush, you’ve said that the ex- which I come to Europe. I recognize that pansion of NATO is a question of when, not not everybody agrees with the United States whether. Tomorrow will you tell NATO lead- on positions. But there is so much more that ers that you want that process to begin next unites us than divides us. We share common year? And do you believe that the Balkan values; we trade together; we work on secu- States should be the first to be considered? rity matters together. And I refuse to let any President Bush. Tomorrow I will say it’s issue isolate America from Europe, because not a question of whether, it’s a question of Europe is too important for America’s future. when. We firmly believe NATO should ex- My trip here is to confirm our Nation’s pand. There is a process for member appli- strong commitment to NATO, and our strong cants to go through, and we support that commitment to work with the European process. I will also say that no nation should Union, and our strong commitment to inter- have a veto over who is admitted into NATO. face with our friends on a bilateral basis. And so to answer your question, sure, Tomorrow’s speech is very important be- there’s going to be differences of opinion on cause it will reassure, I hope, our friends in big issues, but that will not prevent our NATO that this Government remains strong- friendship from enduring and growing ly committed to NATO. Our troop presence stronger, as far as I’m concerned. in NATO are making sure NATO is not President Aznar. As you, yourself, said in weakened in any way. And the process will your question, as you know, Spain has abol- work, Judy [Judy Keen, USA Today]. The ished the death penalty under the Constitu- process will evolve. And when we meet a year tion and, as you perfectly well know, I, per- from this fall, it will be clear who should be sonally, am against the death penalty. But as in and who should not be in. of that point, I also want to tell you that Presi- President Aznar. We basically agree with dent Bush is perfectly well familiar with my that. I want to recall that in Madrid in 1997 position; I know his and the various cir- at the NATO Summit was, in fact, when the cumstances affecting certain people at this enlargement spread to the Czech Republic, point in time. However, from my political Poland, and Hungary. We’ve also discussed standpoint as President of the Government this issue, and we fully share the opinion that of Spain, I will do my utmost to bring about NATO can be enlarged. And Spain will also a strengthening of the transatlantic link and work to forge appropriate consensus for the relationship between Europe and the NATO enlargement with common agree- United States. ment among the Allies.

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Spain-U.S. Defense Agreement tro of Cuba. A reporter referred to Gov. Jeb Bush Q. My question is for the President of the of Florida. President Aznar spoke in Spanish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. A United States. Spain would like to renew the portion of this news conference could not be agreement on defense cooperation before verified because the tape was incomplete. the end of the year. Do you think this is pos- sible? And is the subject to a greater pres- ence of U.S. military in the basis of—— President Bush. Es posible; es Joint Statement by President George importante. And I believe that we can finish W. Bush and President Jose Maria the discussions by the end of the year, as Aznar to the U.S. presence in military bases here June 12, 2001 in Spain. And I am—we’ve had a very long discussion about this. There are going to be President Bush and President Aznar reaf- discussions this summer on the subject, and firm the close friendship between the United we will push hard to make sure we complete States and Spain, rooted in common history, our agreement. It’s an important agreement common values and common interests in Eu- for the United States. rope, the Mediterranean, Latin America, and And I appreciate so very much our close beyond. Building upon our Joint Declaration cooperation and security arrangements with of January 11, 2001, we commit ourselves to Spain. Spain is a loyal friend and a strong the shared goals of enhanced bilateral rela- ally. And I’m so appreciative that the Presi- tions, a stronger Transatlantic alliance, and dent has been straightforward and frank on a Europe whole, free and at peace. a number of subjects. Our lunch today was We commit to work together and with one of the most beneficial lunches I’ve had other European states to deepen Trans- since I’ve been the President of the United atlantic economic relations and to seek out States, Mr. President. Part of the discussions solutions when we disagree. We reaffirm our were about our military agreements. Part of commitment to the multilateral trading sys- it was on issues that we don’t agree on. Most tem and strongly support the launch of a new of it is on issues where we do agree. And round of global trade negotiations this year. I leave Spain fully confident that our rela- It is our goal to open markets, both regionally tionship will be very strong and our personal and globally. We agree to intensify our efforts relationship will be very beneficial to the to liberalize fully our bilateral civil aviation United States and, hopefully, to Spain, as relationship. We support the integration and well. ongoing transformation of Europe’s new de- President Aznar. I’d like to confirm that mocracies and support their aspirations to it is my hope that the agreement will be ready join Europe’s major institutions. by the end of the year. There are no things We affirm that NATO will remain the es- such as you mention, just a few things that sential foundation of Transatlantic security. need to be looked at. We are resolved to further develop our co- I want to reiterate my thanks to President operation bilaterally and within the Atlantic Bush for his visit to Spain and assure all of Alliance and continue to make essential con- you that we have enjoyed extremely fruitful tributions to the Alliance. NATO will con- talks from the bilateral and general perspec- tinue to adapt itself to meet new missions tives—EU, defense, and our cooperation in and challenges by strengthening its capabili- various areas around the world. I particularly ties; seeking to reinforce cooperation with expressed my thanks to the President for his Russia, Ukraine and other members of the time and for being here. Partnership for Peace; and continuing to Thank you very much. Good afternoon. admit to its ranks European democracies prepared to assume the responsibilities of NOTE: The President’s seventh news conference membership. Just as Spain’s entry into began at 5:50 p.m. at the Moncloa Palace. In his NATO in 1982 marked a milestone in its re- remarks, President Bush referred to President turn to the Transatlantic community, so Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Fidel Cas- NATO’s continuing enlargement will allow

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new Allies to join with and make contribu- fensive and defensive deterrent systems, con- tions to an undivided Europe and Euro- tinues nuclear arms reductions, and strength- Atlantic area. We will work together to ad- ens WMD and missile proliferation controls vance NATO’s enlargement at NATO’s and counter-proliferation measures. Prague Summit in November, 2002. We renew our Joint Declaration commit- We support efforts of NATO’s European ment to combat terrorism wherever it is en- Members and other European nations to as- countered; to cooperate closely in regions of sume greater responsibility for crisis manage- the world where Spain and the United States ment in Europe by committing new re- share strong common interests, notably, to sources to strengthen their and NATO’s ca- promote democracy and human rights in pabilities and developing the ability to man- Latin America. We will continue our efforts age efforts where NATO as a whole chooses in support of the peace process in Colombia. not to engage. The United States welcomes In this context, the July 2000 Madrid Con- the European Union’s European Security ference on Colombia is an example of trans- and Defense Policy (ESDP), intended to atlantic cooperation that we seek to foster make Europe a stronger, more capable part- in the region. We will also cooperate to bring ner in deterring and managing crises affect- an end to the violence and find a lasting solu- ing the security of the Transatlantic commu- tion to the conflict in the Middle East. nity. We believe it is essential that the EU We will help the poorest countries benefit develop capabilities that enable it to act when from the international trading system and NATO as a whole is not engaged, in a man- technological development, to support access ner that is fully coordinated, compatible and to information, develop economic opportuni- transparent with NATO, and to provide for ties, and foster democratic societies across the fullest possible participation of non-EU the globe. Technological development will European Allies. We also agree that the Alli- also help overcome hunger, poverty, and dis- ance will be able to meet the 21st century’s ease in the developing world. With our Afri- new challenges most effectively by strength- can partners, we will jointly commit to ad- ening cooperation in Transatlantic defense dressing conflict and infectious disease—es- trade and the removal of unnecessary gov- pecially HIV/AIDS—and to promoting eco- ernmental barriers and impediments to such nomic growth and good governance. It is in trade. all of our interests to create a more stable We reaffirm our commitment to work with and peaceful world and to make available the European Union and other partners to con- benefits of globalization to all peoples. solidate the peace and build lasting stability In order to pursue our consultations, we in Southeast Europe based on democratic look forward to meeting in the United States governance, the rule of law, and increasing before the end of the year, in advance of integration into Euro-Atlantic institutions. Spain’s assuming the Presidency of the Euro- We condemn extremists, such as those in pean Union in the first semester of 2002. Macedonia, who subvert the democratic process through the use of violence. Our two NOTE: An original was not available for countries are committed to NATO-led oper- verification of the content of this joint statement. ations in Bosnia and Kosovo, and will work with our allies to transfer responsibilities for public security from combat forces to special- Notice—Continuation of Emergency ized units and international police, and ulti- With Respect to Property of the mately to local authorities. Russian Federation Relating to the We face a growing threat from the pro- Disposition of Highly Enriched liferation of weapons of mass destruction Uranium Extracted From Nuclear (WMD) and missiles for their delivery. We Weapons are engaged in a consultation process with June 11, 2001 all interested parties about this new threat. We agree on the need for a comprehensive On June 21, 2000, President Clinton security strategy that encompasses both of- issued Executive Order 13159 (the ‘‘Order’’)

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blocking property and interests in property The national emergency declared on June of the Government of the Russian Federa- 21, 2000, must continue beyond June 21, tion that are in the United States, that here- 2001, to provide continued protection from after come within the United States, or that attachment, judgment, decree, lien, execu- are or hereinafter come within the possession tion, garnishment, or other judicial process or control of U.S. persons that are directly the property and interests in property of the related to the implementation of the Agree- Government of the Russian Federation that ment Between the Government of the are directly related to the implementation of United States of America and the Govern- the HEU Agreements and subject to U.S. ment of the Russian Federation concerning jurisdiction. Therefore, in accordance with the disposition of highly enriched uranium section 202(d) of the National Emergencies extracted from nuclear weapons, dated Feb- Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing the ruary 18, 1993, and related contracts and national emergency with respect to weapons- agreements (collectively, the ‘‘HEU Agree- usable fissile material in the territory of the ments’’). The HEU Agreements allow for the Russian Federation. This notice shall be pub- downblending of highly enriched uranium lished in the Federal Register and trans- derived from nuclear weapons to low en- mitted to the Congress. riched uranium for peaceful commercial pur- George W. Bush poses. The Order invoked the authority, inter The White House, alia , of the International Emergency Eco- June 11, 2001. nomic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq., and declared a national emergency to deal [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, with the threat to the national security and 8:45 a.m., June 13, 2001] foreign policy of the United States posed by NOTE: This notice was released by the Office of the risk of nuclear proliferation created by the Press Secretary on June 13, and it was pub- the accumulation of a large volume of weap- lished in the Federal Register on June 14. ons-usable fissile material in the territory of the Russian Federation. A major national security goal of the Message to the Congress United States is to ensure that fissile material Transmitting a Report on the removed from Russian nuclear weapons pur- National Emergency With Respect suant to various arms control and disar- to Russia mament agreements is downblended to low June 11, 2001 enriched uranium for peaceful commercial uses, subject to transparency measures, and To the Congress of the United States: protected from diversion to activities of pro- As required by section 401(c) of the Na- liferation concern. tional Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1641(c), Pursuant to the HEU Agreements, weap- and section 204(c) of the International Emer- ons-grade uranium extracted from Russian gency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. nuclear weapons is converted to low enriched 1703(c), I transmit herewith a 6-month peri- uranium for use as fuel in commercial nu- odic report on the national emergency with clear reactors. The Order blocks and protects respect to the risk of nuclear proliferation from attachment, judgment, decree, lien, created by the accumulation of weapons-usa- execution, garnishment, or other judicial ble fissile material in the territory of the Rus- process the property and interests in prop- sian Federation that was declared in Execu- erty of the Government of the Russian Fed- tive Order 13159 of June 21, 2000. eration that are directly related to the imple- George W. Bush mentation of the HEU Agreements and that The White House, are in the United States, that hereafter come June 11, 2001, within the United States, or that are or here- after come within the possession or control NOTE: This message was released by the Office of United States persons. of the Press Secretary on June 13.

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Message to the Congress threats. We must expand cooperation with Transmitting a Report of the our partners, including Russia and the National Endowment for Democracy Ukraine. And we must extend our hands and June 11, 2001 open our hearts to new members to build security for all of Europe. To the Congress of the United States: Next year we meet in the ancient capital In accordance with the provisions of sec- of a new democracy. Our ally Prague will tion 504(h) of Public Law 98–164, as amend- host our next summit in November of 2002. ed (22 U.S.C. 4413(i)), I transmit herewith In preparation for that meeting, we must af- the Annual Report of the National Endow- firm our enduring commitments by pre- ment for Democracy for fiscal year 2000. paring for the challenges of our time. George W. Bush Thank you, Mr. Secretary.

The White House, NOTE: The President spoke at 11:44 a.m. at June 11, 2001. NATO headquarters. In his remarks, he referred to NATO Secretary General Lord Robertson. A NOTE: This message was released by the Office tape was not available for verification of the con- of the Press Secretary on June 13. tent of these remarks.

Remarks at the Opening of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization The President’s News Conference Meeting in Brussels, Belgium With NATO Secretary General Lord June 13, 2001 Robertson in Brussels June 13, 2001 Mr. Secretary General, thank you very much. It’s an honor for me to be here. It’s Secretary General Lord Robertson. La- an honor to say hello to folks who I’ve had dies and gentlemen, thank you for coming. the honor of meeting before, and it’s a real The NATO heads of state and government pleasure to meet other leaders in the free have just completed our informal lunch, world. where we continued to discuss many of the Our nations established NATO to provide things which were raised in our formal ses- security for the free peoples of Europe and sion during this morning. North America, to build a grand alliance of It’s very rare that the Prime Ministers, freedom to defend values which were won Presidents, and the Chancellor have an op- at great cost. We’ve succeeded, in part. portunity to discuss privately among them- The NATO Alliance deterred the Soviet selves the broader issues before the Alliance Union. It provided the time and space for and our long-term strategies, but that’s what free peoples to defeat communism. And it we’ve been able to do today. And I personally brought the cold war to a bloodless end. believe it was an exceptionally useful meet- Now, we have a great opportunity to build ing. a Europe, whole, free, and at peace, with this I had a chance to speak with you earlier grand alliance of liberty at its very core. That on, on the discussions in the formal session, work has begun. and I’ve already issued a formal press release, By bringing in new members, we extend and I have nothing further to add at this time. the security and stability through central Eu- But let me take this opportunity, on his very rope. By establishing the Partnership for first visit to the headquarters of the North Peace, we reached out across central and Atlantic Treaty Organization, to introduce eastern Europe and Eurasia. By our actions the President of the United States, President in the Balkans, we halted ethnic cleansing George W. Bush. in the heart of Europe and halted a dictator President Bush. Thank you, sir. Thank in the process. Yet, there is more to do. you very much for your hospitality. I’ve got We must strengthen our Alliance, mod- a statement to make, and we’ll be glad to ernize our forces, and prepare for new answer some questions.

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Before I talk about the meeting, I do want fidence, openness, and real opportunities for to say a brief word on some important devel- cooperation. opments in the Middle East. I’m encouraged All this marks a major shift in thinking that both Israel and the Palestinian Authority about some of the most critical issues of have agreed to a cease-fire plan, and I’m world security, and I was pleased by the open proud of America’s role in helping to achieve and constructive reactions. I’m encouraged it. that in today’s meeting we saw a new recep- Today, on my flight from Spain to here, tivity towards missile defense as part of a new I talked to CIA Director George Tenet, who strategic framework to address the changing has worked very hard to bring the parties to- threats of our world. gether. He is cautiously optimistic about the As one of our close Allies noted, the world agreement that’s been signed. is changing around us, and NATO’s great Our country recognizes that an end to vio- strength has been a willingness to adapt and lence is a necessary first step toward imple- move forward. Another noted, NATO is a de- menting the Mitchell committee report and fensive Alliance and, thus, an increasingly im- a resumption of real negotiations. All the par- portant role should be played by defensive ties must now take additional steps that will systems to protect all our citizens from ter- place them on the road to a just and lasting rorist blackmail. peace. All the parties must build trust by Secondly, we agreed that we must reach demonstrating good faith in words but, more out to Russian leaders and to a new Russian importantly, in deeds. This process is dif- generation with a message that Russia does ficult. But hopefully, it has now begun. have a future with Europe. The United And as for the meeting today, I’m most States will seek to build this strategic frame- pleased with the meeting. I did think we had work with Russia. Now that Russia has recog- a great discussion. We reaffirmed the deep- nized a weapons of mass destruction threat est commitments of history’s most successful to Europe, future cooperative work on a new alliance. We discussed new security chal- strategic framework could be a great task lenges. We outlined the work ahead as we which brings NATO and Russia together. move towards next year’s summit in Prague. Third, we agreed on the need to commit It was a good start on a long and important the resources that will allow NATO’s force agenda. to do their jobs. The decline in defense First, there was broad agreement that we spending amongst NATO nations must be re- must seek a new approach to deterrence in versed. And when we do spend, we must a world of changing threats, particularly the spend wisely. It shouldn’t be a question of threat posed by the spread of weapons of whether to buy American or buy European; mass destruction and ballistic missiles. I told it should be a question of how to buy trans- the Allies I’m committed to working closely atlantic. North American and European com- with them to address this common threat by panies should collaborate to produce the developing a new framework for nuclear se- most advanced systems at the lowest costs. curity. This framework must include greater We agreed that NATO and the European nonproliferation and counter-proliferation Union must work in common purpose. It is efforts, decreased reliance on offensive in NATO’s interest for the European Union weapons, and greater transparency so that re- to develop a rapid reaction capability. A sponsible nations can have greater levels of strong, capable European force integrated confidence. with NATO would give us more options for I also spoke of my commitment to fielding handling crises when NATO, as a whole, limited but effective missile defenses as soon chooses not to engage. as possible. I explained that the ABM Treaty NATO must be generous in the help it embodied the cold war nuclear balance of gives the EU. And similarly, the EU must terror between rival superpowers. But it no welcome participation by NATO Allies who longer makes sense as a foundation for rela- are not members of the EU. And we must tions that should be based on mutual con- not waste scarce resources, duplicating effort

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or working at cross purposes. Our work to- derstand that we’re not asking our Allies to gether in the Balkans shows how much the sign on to a specific system. We’re asking 23 nations of NATO and the EU can achieve our Allies to think differently, and asking when we combine our efforts. Russia to think differently, about the post- Our work together in the Balkans reminds cold-war era. me that I’m going to commit to the line that The ABM Treaty is a product of the cold Colin Powell said: ‘‘We came in together, and war era. It was a time when the United States we will leave together.’’ It is the pledge of and Russia were bitter enemies, and the our Government, and it’s a pledge that I will whole concept of peace was based upon the keep. capacity of each of us, each country, to blow We agreed that we must face down ex- each other up. The new threats are threats tremists in Macedonia and elsewhere who based upon uncertainty. The threats that seek to use violence to redraw borders or somebody who hates freedom or hates Amer- subvert the democratic process. ica or hates our Allies or hates Europe will Concerning Bosnia and Kosovo, we agreed try to blow us up. that this is a major effort, an effort that we And the fundamental question is, will free- will continue to work together on. dom-loving nations develop a system to en- Fifth, and finally, we agreed that NATO hance freedom to prevent that from hap- must prepare for further enlargement of the pening? And I make the case, yes. But before Alliance. All aspiring members have work to we can lay out a specific case, Jim, it’s nec- do. Yet, if they continue to make the progress essary to set aside the ABM Treaty so we they are making, we will be able to launch can fully explore all options available to the the next round of enlargement when we United States and our Allies and friends. The meet in Prague. ABM Treaty prevents full exploration of op- We agreed that all European democracies portunity. that seek to join our ranks and meet our And for those who suggest my administra- standards should have the opportunity to do tion will deploy a system that doesn’t work so without red lines or outside vetoes. We are dead wrong. Of course, we’re not going must never lose sight of what NATO does to deploy a system that doesn’t work. What and what it stands for, how it safeguards pros- good will that do? We’ll only deploy a system perity and protects democracy in an ever- that does work in order to keep the peace. widening Europe. Let us then be true to the But we must have the flexibility and oppor- great vision of our fathers and grandfathers, tunity to explore all options. is what I said: the preservation of peace by I’m making good progress on this issue democratic leadership, the defense of free- here in Europe. There’s some nervousness, dom through collective strength. and I understand that. But it’s beginning to I’d be glad to answer some questions, start- be allayed when they hear the logic behind ing with Jim Angle [Fox News]. the rationale. I look forward to my meeting with Mr. National Missile Defense/ABM Treaty Putin. There’s no question this is going to Q. Thank you, Mr. President. Your critics be an important meeting on Friday. And at home, sir, suggest that you are prepared there’s no question that this will be a topic— to deploy a missile defense system that will it won’t be the only topic that we’ll discuss. not work. First, Mr. President, will you de- It will be—the topic of missile defense will ploy defensive technologies that have not be in a part of a larger framework about how been successfully tested? And second, you the United States and Russia can cooperate, suggested that the ABM Treaty may be a how we can find areas to grow our econo- problem sooner rather than later because, as mies, and how we can work together to keep you put it, it prevents us from exploring the the peace. future. When does that become a problem, Lord Robertson, you’re supposed to call and what do you do about it? on somebody. President Bush. First, it’s important to— Secretary General Lord Robertson. Am for people who are following this issue to un- I?

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President Bush. You don’t have to if you President Trajkovski that was signed up to don’t want to. [Laughter] by the National Unity Government yester- Secretary General Lord Robertson. day. And there will be talks among all the You’re very observant, but I’ll—— political parties about the reform program at the week’s end. Macedonia That is a big breakthrough, and I think Q. Mr. President, you stressed the con- that that is something we all want to put our tinuing vitality and importance of NATO as support behind. We’re not talking about a collection of freedom-loving democracies. other options. Bilaterally, countries have sup- Nowhere in Europe is democracy more ported the former Yugoslav Republic of Mac- threatened at the moment than in Mac- edonia. On the border, as the President has edonia. There is, I see—I note from today’s said, there are large numbers of troops, in- meetings a growing sense of alarm at devel- cluding extra troops that have been sent opments there on the ground. For many peo- down from the boundary between Kosovo ple, it seems an obvious question: Why is this and Serbia, who are policing aggressively that huge, well-armed military alliance not willing border and interdicted only the other night to put even perhaps a small number of troops quite a number of those who seemed intent into Macedonia, if the Government there on mischief in that area. were to request it, to bring about some sort What we need now is a continued cease- of stability after which the very significant fire and a continuation of the existing cease- political reforms that are acquired there can fire, a recognition by the armed insurgents be enacted? that the reform process that they claim they President Bush. The conversation I heard are interested in can be achieved through approached the subject from an opposite di- democratic means, and an international com- rection. Most people believe there’s still a munity that stands full-square behind the ter- political solution available before troops are ritorial integrity of that country. committed. So we’re not considering any other options I want to remind you, KFOR does have at the moment than the bilateral support that troops on the border, and we must continue has been given at present and by encouraging the presence on the border to prevent insur- a political process, which is the only way to gence and arms from reaching the Albanian a sustainable peace in the former Yugoslav extremists. But the sentiment I heard here Republic of Macedonia. was that there is still a possibility for a polit- ical settlement, a good possibility, and that National Missile Defense we must work to achieve that settlement. Lord Robertson can speak to that very clear- Q. Mr. President, are you prepared to say ly; he is on his way to Macedonia in short here and now, sir, that you will go ahead with order. a limited missile defense, with or without the Have you told them that? agreement of NATO and the European Secretary General Lord Robertson. I Union? And are you prepared to unilaterally did. abandon the ABM Treaty, or is it crucial for President Bush. Okay, good. Well, if you you, sir, to have Russia’s agreement on that didn’t, I just did. [Laughter] point? Secretary General Lord Robertson. I President Bush. John, I have made it told them before, but they may not have clear to our friends and Allies that I think been listening. [Laughter] it’s necessary to set aside the ABM Treaty, President Bush. Anyway, he’s going. but I will do so in close consultation with And—but the idea of committing troops not only members of NATO and EU coun- within Macedonia was one that most nations tries who are not members of NATO but, were troubled over. They want to see if we as well, with the Russians. cannot achieve a political settlement first. I believe strongly it’s necessary to move Secretary General Lord Robertson. forward. I think it is necessary to do so in That is a good one behind the program of order to make the world more peaceful. I

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can’t imagine a world that continues to be It is still a fragile situation there. As I un- locked into a cold war mentality when the derstand, Mr. Burns is still coming to talk cold war is over. Along these lines, I’ll also to Colin this evening. He’s very much en- assure our Allies and friends that we will gaged in the process. And we’ll decide move to reduce our offensive weapons to a whether or not the Secretary of State or my- level commensurate with keeping the peace self will become more directly involved, but one that is below where our levels are based upon the positive steps toward peace now. that now must be taken. I mean, I think it’s important to go through It’s wonderful news that we’ve signed the these committees and arms control agree- document. But the fundamental question is, ments, and those are important stabilizers. will parties take steps to peace, concrete ac- But rather than wait for hours of endless ne- tions that will help build the confidence nec- gotiations in order to show the world that essary so that peaceful-loving countries can we’re sincere about peace, on the one hand, say, the cycle of violence has been finally bro- we will consult on defensive weapons; on the ken, and then there is the opportunity to other hand, we’ll move by ourselves on offen- have political discussion. But until the cycle sive weapons. of violence has been fully broken, as the It is the right signal to do; it is the right Mitchell report calls for, that we will delay signal to send that the cold war must be aban- political discussions. It’s important that these doned forever. And I believe we’re making parties now take the document that’s been progress. I don’t think we’re going to have signed and implement it with concrete ac- to move, as they say, unilaterally. I think peo- tions. ple are coming our way. But people know Ed [Ed Chen, Los Angles Times]. that I’m intent upon doing what I think is Q. We’re not—— the right thing in order to make the world President Bush. You only get one ques- more peaceful. tion at a press conference. Secretary General Lord Robertson. How would you—the questions all appear to be for you, Mr. President, anyway. U.S. Approach to Allies President Bush. Fournier [Ron Fournier, Q. Good afternoon, Mr. President, sir. Associated Press]. Yes, you always get to ask There has been a lot of talk on this side of a question. the Atlantic about a unilateralist approach out of Washington. I think in Washington, Situation in the Middle East those of us who work there have heard that Q. I appreciate it, sir. it’s leadership—I wonder if you could dif- Following up on your comment in the ferentiate the two for us. Middle East, I’m wondering whether or not, President Bush. Well, I hope the notion because of the negotiations your administra- of a unilateral approach died in some peo- tion succeeded on with the cease-fire, if you ple’s minds today here. Unilateralists don’t or your administration is going to get more come around the table to listen to others and involved, even more involved in the Middle to share opinion. Unilateralists don’t ask East. Specifically, do you plan to send the opinions of world leaders. Secretary of State to the region in the near I count on the advice of our friends and future? What would it take for you, yourself, Allies. I’m willing to consult on issues. Some- to go to the region? times we don’t agree, and I readily concede President Bush. First and foremost, we’re that, but there’s a lot more that we agree very involved. After all, it was George Tenet upon than we disagree about. And no, I think of the CIA that has been working long hours the people of NATO now understand they’ve to bring people to the table. But this is just got a strong, consistent, loyal Ally, one that the first step. It’s one thing for folks to sign supports the mission of NATO and one that a piece of paper; it’s another thing for the understands not only the history of NATO parties to act. And as you notice in my state- but the importance for NATO as we go down ment, I called upon both parties to act. the road.

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That’s why our Government believes in the come the framework for the reduction and, expansion of NATO. We believe NATO is ultimately, the removal of NATO troops. But the core of a free and peaceful Europe. And we recognize it’s going to take a while. And as Lord Robertson will tell you, ever since so, what I said was, ‘‘We came in together, he came to my office in Washington at the and we’ll leave together.’’ And that’s impor- Oval Office, I have been a loyal supporter tant for our Allies to hear. of NATO and its mission. Secretary General Lord Robertson. A unilateralist is one that doesn’t under- And in the meantime, we’ll get the job done stand the role of NATO and one that won’t together. fully support NATO, like my Government is Thank you very much. I think that’s it; we going to do. need to go. Secretary General Lord Robertson. It’s President Bush. See you next stop. worth making the point, I think, that all of the heads of state and government today very NOTE: The President’s eighth news conference much welcome the fact that the United began at 3:35 p.m. at NATO headquarters. In his States, and the President in particular, was remarks, President Bush referred to President Vladimir Putin of Russia; and President Boris willing to share the thinking process on these Trajkovski of the Former Yugoslav Republic of key issues before any decision was taken. Macedonia. President Bush also referred to I would say that the statement that the KFOR, the NATO-led security force in Kosovo. President made, underlining what Secretary Powell and Secretary Rumsfeld have said about the Balkans, also was a clear signal of Exchange With Reporters in Brussels the inclusiveness that the American adminis- June 13, 2001 tration has in view for NATO. ‘‘We went in together, we will come out President’s Visit to Europe together.’’ There will be no unilateral deci- Q. Sir, how would you sum up the trip sions taken by this Ally or by any other Allies. so far? We have common missions. And there was The President. Great. Very happy with it a warm welcome today for the fact that the and pleased with the progress made on key thinking process on this whole new landscape issues. Pleased that we had the opportunity of such urgency was to be the subject of de- to spend some quality time with fellow lead- tailed consultations, not just around this table ers. One thing is for certain, European lead- today but in detail and among experts, as ers now know that our administration is com- well. That was a very good signal, and it was mitted to a strong NATO and a free Europe. widely welcomed. And that was important for them to hear, President Bush. Steve [Steve Holland, and I’m real pleased. Reuters]. Patients’ Bill of Rights Legislation Troop Reductions in the Balkans Q. I understand, sir, that Charles Norwood Q. You campaigned on a pledge to reduce has signed on to the McCain-Kennedy bill. the troop presence in the Balkans. Do you The President. Yes. I haven’t had a now see that as politically impossible to do chance to talk, but I’m confident we’ll get at this point? a bill that I can live with if we don’t. I made President Bush. Actually, the troop pres- a speech in Florida that laid out the prin- ence in the Balkans has been reduced since ciples. And if those principles are not met, I have become the President. It’s been re- I meant what I said—I said, I can’t live with duced on a reasonable timetable, one set the bill. And so—— with the United States and in consultation Q. Does that mean you’d veto it? with Allies. It’s a timetable that was em- The President. Can’t living with the bill braced by NATO. means it won’t become law. And I’m hopeful I said today in my talk that it’s important we can work out our differences. We’re for our nations to work together to put civil working hard to do so, and I believe we can. institutions in place that ultimately can be- I believe we can have a good Patients’ Bill

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of Rights. I support a Patients’ Bill of Rights. The President. Here’s what they want— I just don’t support one that will encourage an action shot. [Laughter] I like a man with lawsuits, that will hurt consumers, and hurt a Houston Astros hat, though. I picked him people trying to find quality health care. out. Q. So your red line is the ability to sue [At this point, the President and First Lady in State court, sir? continued on their way back to the motor- The President. No, my red lines are what cade.] I laid out in the speech. And as you remem- ber—I’m sure you remember the speech. Meeting With NATO Leaders [Laughter] I’ll get you a copy of it. [Laugh- ter] Q. Mr. President, you seemed pretty pumped up at the press conference. Did it Chocolate go better than you expected, the meeting? Assistant Press Secretary Gordon The President. I was very pleased. I was. Johndroe. We’ll let the President and First I was—as you know, part of the kind of the Lady buy some chocolate now. code is not to name names. But the folks The President. I’m not having much of I quoted were true quotes, and I was very a selection here. I am willing to share the pleased with the reception. chocolate, however, with whoever—of the Q. It sounds like your strongest support stories. [Laughter] So who would like some? came from Eastern Europe or former Soviet Q. Backpedaling already? [Laughter] bloc. The President. That’s right, changing po- The President. As I said, I’m not going sitions. It didn’t take me long. [Laughter] I to break the code, and you’re fishing for the want you to note this was made by the propri- code. But it was widespread support. It was etor—the castle—here on location, who is not confined to one area of Europe. It was right here. Here’s the artist. It’s amazing; he a good meeting, very positive meeting that looks so skinny. Must not eat his own prod- gave us a chance to have a good exchange. uct, I guess. [Laughter] I was very pleased with the reception and Assistant Press Secretary Johndroe. All the willingness for countries to think dif- right, you all, we’re going to step outside. ferently and to listen to different points of The President. I will fulfill my promise, view. for those of you who would like a piece of chocolate. President’s Visit to Europe Q. How does it feel for you—we just asked First Lady’s Visit to Europe the First Lady—but this is your first—I know Q. Are you enjoying your trip? you’ve been to Mexico and Canada, but this The First Lady. I’m enjoying my trip a is—— lot. I’ve had a really great time. I’ve loved The President. Well, this is a trip that was it. I’ve loved having an opportunity to meet a very important trip because of the—the my counterparts here, which I have. Today Alliance is very important. And as I said the I had lunch with all the NATO—the spouses other day, a prosperous and peaceful NATO of NATO Ambassadors. and Europe—a prosperous Europe because The President. The First Lady is holding of NATO is important for America. And a press conference, Ron [Ron Fournier, As- there were some people—there was a lot of sociated Press]. You’re missing it. talk about unilateralism and the U.S. going The First Lady. And that was it. [Laugh- it alone, and it was just very important for ter] me to dispel those notions. And the leaders The President. Just as she was getting to here now know that we are committed to EU expansion. [Laughter] I told you to leave NATO; we’re committed to NATO enlarge- the missiles secret. [Laughter] ment. And tomorrow I’ll have an opportunity The First Lady. Ron, actually, I was talk- to talk about the EU, and we’ll have—after ing about meeting my counterparts here in the—at the press conference you can ask me Europe. questions about how it goes there.

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But there will be, you know, the tendency of the leaders, but I suspect we’ll have very for, obviously, in your business to focus on close relations with all the leaders, but those where we differ. The truth of the matter is, two initially are people that I feel very com- the meeting today, the focus was on where fortable in singling out. Havel is a very inter- we agree. And that was the very thing that esting guy whom I admire a lot. I’ve read encouraged me about it. some of his writings, and he’s a legend in So I felt great walking into the press con- many ways in Eastern Europe. And I have ference because I felt great after the meet- a great relationship with him. ing. Q. Is he one of your strongest allies on missile defense? President’s Upcoming Visit to Poland The President. Well, as I said, there’s Q. Sir, what’s the big theme you’re going kind of a code of silence. But I appreciate to hit on Friday in Warsaw? his friendship. The President. Europe—whole, free, ex- Okay, get out of here. [Laughter] We’ve panded. got to pay for this. Q. Bring up your father—— The President. No. Well, I mean, when NOTE: The exchange began at 6:24 p.m. at Mary they say, ‘‘President Bush,’’ it will be brought Chocolatier. In his remarks, the President re- ferred to Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United up. But—[laughter]. Kingdom; President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain; Q. I’m just thinking about his Europe pol- and President Va´clav Havel of the Czech Repub- icy. lic. A tape was not available for verification of the The President. No, that’s right. No, it’s content of this exchange. a—kind of same values. The values haven’t changed. The issues are different, but the goal of a free and united Europe is not. I’m Exchange With Reporters Prior to looking forward to giving this speech because the Plenary Session of the United it will be given on the soil of a country that States-European Union Summit in has really emerged as a result of its NATO Go¨ teborg, Sweden membership and its adherence to free mar- June 14, 2001 kets. And I’m not going to tell you any more about it because I want you to listen. U.S.-EU Summit Assistant Press Secretary Johndroe. Q. Mr. President, can you share with us We’ve got to get in the vans. your message for the European leaders? The President. I can only have one press The President. See, Fournier [Ron conference a day. It’s unbelievable how ac- Fournier, Associated Press] asked you to ask cessible I am these days. [Laughter] that. [Laughter] I haven’t made up my mind who I’m calling on at the press conference President’s European Friends yet, so if you don’t behave, you may not get Q. Every President has European friends. called. Who are your European friends? Q. And chances keep diminishing. Right, The President. Tony Blair, clearly a sir? [Laughter] friend. But by not naming somebody, they’ll The President. Did you put him up to assume that they’re not a friend. They’re all that, Ron? friends, to begin with. Jose Maria Aznar and Q. I’m not that smart, sir. [Laughter] I get along great. We had a wonderful visit The President. Let me just say this. I’m yesterday. He’s a very interesting man. If honored to be the first United States Presi- there were, kind of, objective observers, they dent to come to Sweden, and I appreciate would have said the body language was very so very much the hospitality that we’ve re- strong between us. Prime Minister Blair and ceived, and I’m so looking forward to these I get along well. discussions. What the people of Sweden and I will get along with every leader. I haven’t Europe will realize is that mine is an adminis- had a chance to nurture a relationship be- tration that is deeply committed to a pros- yond some casual conversations with some perous Europe and a whole Europe and a

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free Europe. And we look forward to a con- have to take action. So we agreed to disagree structive relationship. about substance, but agreed to go on with some type of procedure that can lead us back NOTE: The exchange began at 12:24 p.m. at to a position that we can cooperate and try Gunnebo Manor House. A tape was not available to support each other. for verification of the content of this exchange. We will call for personal representatives to follow up our discussion. And that will The President’s News Conference mean that we send a signal that we go on With European Union Leaders in ahead with the Kyoto Protocol, the American Go¨ teborg, Sweden Government go on ahead with their policy, June 14, 2001 but we’ll try to cooperate as much as possible and try to find a process for that. That was Prime Minister Goran Persson. Mr. the second thing we discussed. President, Mr. President; welcome to the The third thing was about HIV/AIDS. press conference. All members of the media. There is a terrible threat for many millions, We have had a very productive summit be- not least in Africa. A generation can be swept tween the European Union and the United away, children without parents and children States. We have been discussing, as you real- born with HIV. It’s a tremendous threat, and ize, matters that is on our common agenda. something we just can’t neglect. We have to First of all, world trade, the necessity to go take our part of the responsibility. The Amer- ahead with a new round to liberalize trade ican President proposed a fund together with to give a clear signal about the need to create the U.N., and we discussed also how the Eu- growth in the world economy. ropean Union could support in that work. We realize the clear linkage between the That was the third thing we discussed. last Uruguay Round and the consecutive Then we also discussed, of course, the situ- years of good economic growth in the world ation of the Balkans. We are close Allies. We economy. Now we are in a little bit more, cooperate, and we said that we came in to- if not stagnant phase, at least a phase with gether, and then the day come—we don’t lower growth. We need a new impetus. We know when—we will go out together. That need a new stimulus to the economy. And is important to say. And then, we’ll do every- the best thing to do is to go for a new round thing we can to support the governments about how to liberalize trade. around in the region and to stay as construc- We have discussed that—also some dis- tive, reliable partners for the good progress putes and mechanism to solve disputes. This according democracy and economy. It’s not is the main message: Go along with the liber- easy, but our presence is necessary. alization of trade to support and stimulate We discussed, also, the situation in the growth, the common responsibility for the Middle East. And we have a joint statement, European Union and the United States. the first time the European Union and the The second thing we have discussed was U.S., how to support the road back for peace about how to find a way to cooperate—about and reconciliation. And that is to say that we to combat climate change, because you know urge the partners to live up to the cease- that’s not a secret. We don’t agree upon how fire, because without an ending of violence, we regard the Kyoto Protocol—so to say we there will be no possibilities to go on with agree to disagree about substance, according the so-called Mitchell report that after the to the Kyoto Protocol. The European Union end of violence, we call for confidence-build- will stick to the Kyoto Protocol and go for ing measures, and then negotiations about a ratification process. The U.S. has chosen peace and reconciliation. We stand together. another policy. We urge both partners to go for the cease- But we have the same targets, and we have fire and stick to it. to meet the same problems. Climate change As you can hear, this is an agenda covering is not isolated to Europe or to America. It’s different subjects. But it’s also, of course, a a global threat. So nevertheless, if you are way to express our common values, how to in favor or against the Kyoto Protocol, you cooperate about the economy, how to take

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responsibility for the conditions—living con- that at some point in time, we can take our ditions for the next generation, how to co- troops out of southeast Europe. But until that operate for peace and reconciliation around happens, our Government is committed to the world, based on values and based on the working with NATO and the EU to bring idea that Europe and the United States have peace and democracy and stability to that to take a global responsibility in a global part- part of the world. nership. That is the main content during our The EU and the United States also under- U.S.-EU Summit today. stand we must be partners in confronting en- I give the floor to the President of the vironmental challenges. The United States is United States. committed to addressing climate change. We President Bush. Mr. Prime Minister, had a constructive discussion on this topic thank you very much. Mr. President. I first over lunch, and we agreed to create new want to start by thanking our Swedish hosts, channels of cooperation on this important particularly the King and the Prime Minister, topic. As the Prime Minister said, we don’t for the generous hospitality shown to me and agree on the Kyoto treaty, but we do agree my wife and our delegation. Millions of that climate change is a serious issue, and Americans trace their heritage to Sweden, so we must work together. We agree that cli- it’s a huge honor for me to be the first sitting mate change requires a global response and President of the United States to come to agree to intensify cooperation on science and this country to be with our friends. on technology. We had great discussions over lunch and And finally, we share important challenges, before lunch. I guess my summary is, is that as the Prime Minister mentioned: fighting friends are able to speak candidly and con- HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis in Afri- structively. And our relationship with the ca; helping Africa lift itself out of poverty United States—between the United States with trade and open markets; continuing ef- and Sweden and the United States and the forts to ease tension and foster peace on the European Union is strong, and it is healthy. Korean Peninsula. We agree on the need for Values and the goals we share are durable, all parties to halt the violence in the Middle and they’re great goals. East. We resolve to work closely together on These are great goals, and we share com- issues that confront our nations. We share mon purposes. And it has been my honor a strong interest in maintaining our economic to represent our great Nation with the great ties. The EU and the United States have got nations of Europe in this fruitful and con- the largest economic relationship in the structive dialog. world. Investment and annual trade come to Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister. approximately $1.5 trillion. And that’s a rela- Prime Minister Persson. Thank you. tionship that is important to the working peo- President Prodi. ple of our respective countries. President Romano Prodi. This first sum- Our trade relationship is strong. The re- mit has shown how solid is our partnership. cent resolution over the dispute on bananas More than solid, it is indispensable for U.S., proves that we can work to solve problems. for Europe, and for world peace. When we And we’ll continue to work closely with the act together, we do enormous progress for EU in supporting a new round on global peace. And we can—we have taken a few trade negotiations. issues this morning in which our cooperation We share a commitment to building a Eu- has done very concrete results. rope that is whole and free and at peace. Trade, we can launch a new global trade We believe that we must continue to cooper- round in Qatar if we work together. We have ate in southeast Europe. As I told the Prime today committed ourselves to this goal. We Minister—same thing I said yesterday at agreed on a common approach for an inclu- NATO—we went into southeast Europe to- sive WTO round, and we shall also address gether, and we will leave together. That’s a the specific interest of developing countries commitment of our Government. We must and their legitimate concern expressed by also work to build institutions necessary, so civil society.

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Some may think that we work—lose too President Bush. Tomorrow in Warsaw— much time working on trade disputes. But I’ll be glad to give you a little preview. I be- it is not true. Now the real disputes are very, lieve that we have an opportunity to form very small amount. And this morning we an alliance of peace, that Europe ought to worked to make this even smaller. We have include nations beyond the current scope of really stated today that we want to talk rather EU and NATO. I strongly believe in NATO than to litigate. And we shall do —this will expansion, and I believe that the EU ought be our route. We have had the recent agree- to expand, as well. ment on bananas and the gluten. And we are I believe a Europe, whole and free, is going on in trying agreements, even in the going to be a Europe that trades actively with hottest spots of the province of trade. the United States and with the rest of the Of course, for the climate change, I don’t world. Tomorrow, Friday—I mean Saturday, repeat the difference we have, but we have I am going to be visiting with Mr. Putin. It’s decided to work together on research. And at a very important time for me to visit with I think this is a real goal because, for the Mr. Putin, to assure him a couple of things: future, we can approach our position. Our One, Russia is not the enemy of the United objective and our duty remain the successful States; two, the cold war is over and the men- conclusion of the July conference in Bonn. tality that used to grip our two nations during And I was pleased to hear that the U.S. will the cold war must end; three, we look for- participate in this conference. So the dialog ward to working with Europe. Europe ought goes on, even if there are big difference in not to fear—I mean, Russia ought not to fear this. a Europe; Russia ought to welcome an ex- So we agreed also on the—to stop the panded Europe on her border. spread of disease, notably in Africa. And we And so, my vision of Europe is a larger are trying to convince to have an agreement vision: more countries, more free trade, and in the pricing system to make good medicine one in which welcomes Russia and the affordable for the poorest people in the Ukraine, welcomes Russia and encourages world. But on this subject we had the very Russia to make the right choices when it interesting exchange of view and very inter- comes to the institutions necessary to be able esting approach. to become a partner with Europe and the I don’t repeat the work we have done to- United States. gether in the Balkans. The problems remain, but the European Union is assuming the Climate Change leading role in this common challenge in the Q. A question for Mr. Bush, if I may. After Balkans. And the cooperation in the Middle the contacts you had and the talks you had East has had results, and we have also started today, are there areas where you would feel the idea of building up some foundation for like deepening the cooperation with Europe? economic cooperation in the Middle East, And at the same time, are there also areas because if we don’t work also in the eco- where you feel that you think so differently nomic fields, we shall never have a stable that this is no longer possible? peace. And the second question, if I may, on Prime Minister Persson. Thank you, Ro- Kyoto. If research that you carry on together mano. And you are—— should show that there is a possibility of add- ing something to the Protocol, would you be President’s Vision for Europe interested in that, or is that a finished ques- Q. President Bush, about a decade ago, tion? Thank you. your father came to Europe, around the time President Bush. Well, I think a lot of peo- that the Soviet Union was breaking up, and ple are surprised to hear that there is a spirit he said he had a broad vision for Europe of cooperation on global warming and on cli- and its future and its expansion. In your 5 mate change. I said loud and clear that our months in office, have you formed your own Nation is willing to lead on this issue, that— vision for Europe, and would you like to and I laid out the principles necessary for share that with us? leadership: One, we must stabilize emissions;

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two, results must be measured, and we’ve got Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change to spend money and time on additional Q. First to you. Not a single European science, which we’re willing to do and willing Union nation has ratified the Kyoto treaty, to cooperate with the E.U. on; that we must which was signed when many of your coun- be flexible in our solution. I think it’s impor- terparts were in office. Yet, you’ve been criti- tant to understand that things and informa- cized by these same leaders for rejecting it. tion changes, and therefore, any solution that Why do you suppose their actions have not we agree to must be flexible. Four, that we been as forceful as the rhetoric? And Presi- believe that our economies can grow and, at dent Prodi, why haven’t any EU nations rati- the same time, come up with climate change fied the treaty? solutions; five, that we’re willing to look at President Bush. I don’t have much more market-based solutions; and six, that the solu- to add to the subject. I think that’s a good tion ought to be global. And so, to answer question for President Prodi. I believe peo- your question, there’s a lot of ways for us ple are genuine about the issue. I don’t be- to deepen discussions on this important lieve there’s any politics, necessarily. I think issue. people are generally concerned, and are try- I understand the concerns of people in Eu- ing to address the issue as best as they pos- rope. The Prime Minister was most eloquent sibly can. And—but I would be interested in his assessment and summary of the atti- in your answer. President Prodi. There is no one single tudes of people not only in Sweden but in country who has declared not to ratify it. The Europe. People in our Nation care about ratification process will start soon, and it global warming and greenhouse emissions, as started already in some countries, it’s going well. We didn’t feel like the Kyoto treaty was on, and there is no one message, until now, well balanced. It didn’t include developing of refusal or delay of ratification. nations. The goals were not realistic. How- ever, that doesn’t mean we cannot continue Future U.S.-EU Relations to work together, and will work together, on Q. Mr. President Bush, how do you really reducing greenhouse gases. look upon a stronger, more united European I’ve laid out an energy plan that I shared Union with the ambition of being the num- with the Prime Minister and the President ber one economy in the world? Do you see that not only addresses our Nation’s energy this as a threat to the U.S.? And will this needs, because we’re—I’ve got an emphasis lead to that U.S. will decrease its engagement on conservation, as well as renewables and in Europe in the future? natural gas and nuclear power. The energy President Bush. I appreciate good com- plan, if implemented, will help with the glob- petition. I believe competition brings out the al climate. best in nations and people and entities. And Our Nation is making progress. There’s our Nation welcomes good, healthy competi- more to do, and we can work more with Eu- tion. Secondly, I don’t view European Union rope. So there’s an area right there that if and its consolidation as a zero-sum game for someone would have said, ‘‘Well, they don’t the United States. I believe the stronger Eu- rope is, the better it is off for America. The have much to talk about’’—we’ve got a lot more peaceful Europe is, the better it is for to talk about, and I look forward to the dis- America. cussions. I am concerned about isolationism and Ron [Ron Fournier, Associated Press]. protectionism, not only amongst some voices Q. Thank you, sir. On the same topic—— in Europe but also in my own country. And President Bush. There’s other people up I think that we’ve got to do everything we here, you know? can to unite to promote free trade, not only Q. I actually have a question for two Presi- free trade for the benefit of our own people dents. but free trade for the benefit of developing President Bush. That’s good. [Laughter] nations, as well.

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We spent a lot of time talking about Africa, and the United States as equal and—fully as we should. Africa is a nation that suffers equal partners and mediators in the Middle from incredible disease, and it suffers from East conflict? poverty, as well. And my way of thinking is President Bush. I see Europe and the the only way for Africa to grow and to de- United States with the need to speak with velop and to provide hope and opportunity one voice and one voice only, and that is im- for its citizens is for there to be trade be- plement Mitchell, starting with breaking the tween the United States and Africa, between cycle of violence. The EU has had some con- the EU and Africa. structive meetings in the Middle East, and And so I view a strong EU as good for we appreciate their efforts. The Prime Min- the world, and I welcome a strong—my trip ister went to the Middle East. He shared here was to send that signal as loud as I can with us his concerns and what he saw. But that we will remain engaged with the EU and with NATO, that we respect the EU and what we must do as friends and Allies is say NATO, and we understand it’s importance only one thing and work toward only one goal to the future of our country. right now, and that is to stop the cycle of Steve [Steve Holland, Reuters]. violence. There should be no—understand, there should be no—political dialog isn’t Vieques Island going to happen until the violence stops. Q. Mr. President, why did you decide to And all parties have got to understand that stop bombing exercises at Vieques Island? if there’s a genuine desire for a more peace- Were you swayed by the protests of the Puer- ful situation, the ability to discuss a wide to Rican people or were there political fac- range of issues, that they’ve got to break the tors involved, such as the concerns of Puerto cycle of violence. And we’re committed to Rican—excuse me, Hispanic-Americans? working together to do just that. We’re com- President Bush. He’s referring to the fact mitted to spending our capital and energies. that upon assuming office, I was presented, The Middle East is consuming a lot of time like I have been on other issues, with an in my administration, as it should. It’s a very agreement between Puerto Rico and the important part of the world. I’m pleased to United States Government that we would report yesterday in Brussels that the Tenet conduct exercises off of the island of Vieques initiative was able to at least get signatures for the United States Navy. My attitude is on a piece of paper. But signatures are just that the Navy ought to find somewhere else that until there’s action, and there must be to conduct its exercises—for a lot of reasons. One, there’s been some harm done to people action. And that’s the message that the EU in the past. Secondly, these are our friends leaders and my country are going to send and neighbors, and they don’t want us there. to the parties involved. And so I appreciate the fact that the De- Thank you very much. fense Department and the Navy responded and have made the statement loud and clear NOTE: The President’s ninth news conference that, within a reasonable period of time, that began at 4:27 p.m. at the Massan Convention Cen- the Navy will find another place to practice, ter. President Bush met with Prime Minister and to be prepared to keep the peace. It’s Goran Persson of Sweden in his capacity as Presi- the right agreement. I applaud the Defense dent of the European Council and President Ro- Department and the Navy for reaching that mano Prodi of the European Commission. In his agreement. remarks, President Bush referred to King Carl Gustav of Sweden and President Vladimir Putin Situation in the Middle East of Russia. Prime Minister Goran referred to the Q. Mr. President, my question is on the Report by the Sharm al-Sheikh Fact Finding Middle East. Mr. Bush, do you see Europe Committee.

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Go¨ teborg Statement: Summit of the and effectively. We are also determined to United States of America and the work together to explore ways to achieve this European Union objective, including through mediation, and June 14, 2001 to redouble our efforts to find practical and mutually acceptable solutions to all out- Today in Go¨teborg, we, the leaders of the standing trade disputes, in accordance with United States and the European Union, reaf- WTO rules. In this context, we welcome in firm our historic partnership. Our relation- particular the agreement to resolve the dis- ship is founded on strong and enduring ties pute on bananas. Furthermore, we reaffirm between our peoples and shared funda- our determination to comply with rec- mental values, including respect for human ommendations of the WTO Dispute Settle- rights and individual liberty, democratic gov- ment Body. ernment and economic freedoms. The EU is working to acquire a civilian What unites us far outweighs that which and military crisis management capability, divides us. From this foundation, we are de- which will reinforce the Union’s ability to termined to forge a common and cooperative contribute to international peace and security approach to the complex and changing global in accordance with the principles of the UN environment in which we live and the new Charter and make the EU a stronger, more challenges we face. Experience has taught us capable partner in deterring and managing that, when the U.S. and EU work hand-in- crises, thereby also enhancing the security of hand, either bilaterally or multilaterally, we the Transatlantic Community. The U.S. wel- can be an engine for positive global change, comes the efforts of the EU to strengthen nurturing the development of democratic re- its capabilities and to develop the ability to gimes, opening trade and investment, work- manage crises, including through military op- ing to reduce poverty, and protecting the en- erations, where NATO as a whole is not en- vironment. Today’s meeting takes place under condi- gaged, and in a manner that is fully coordi- tions few of our ancestors could have imag- nated, where NATO interests are involved, ined. The European-American bond of the and transparent with NATO, and that pro- last two generations has forged a great vides for the fullest possible participation of peace—rooted in democracy, free markets non-EU European allies. In particular, the and human rights—that is our responsibility commitments made by the EU Member to preserve, deepen and extend. We renew States concerning military capabilities will, as our commitment to address in concert the they are implemented, strengthen both the most pressing bilateral, regional and global EU and the European pillar of the Atlantic issues of the day. Alliance. One of the unique aspects of our relation- Strengthening Our Transatlantic Bond ship is the development of transatlantic civil We are determined to strengthen our society dialogues. We will continue to benefit transatlantic bond. We agree that, for our from their advice and perspective as we con- partnership to be a stable platform for our front the challenges of the future. We en- common global agenda, we must address our courage efforts to intensify the Transatlantic differences honestly and seek, in good faith, Legislators Dialogue between the European constructive solutions. This we intend to do. Parliament and the Congress of the United The U.S. and EU enjoy one of the deepest States, a dialogue which brings our peoples economic relationships in the world—the closer together. vast majority of trade and investment flows in an open, unfettered manner across the At- lantic. When this is not the case, we agree Working to Promote Peace and that consultation, rather than litigation, Prosperity in Regions throughout the should be the preferred method of managing World our disagreements. Moreover, we resolve to We remain committed to forging innova- settle our trade disagreements more quickly tive solutions to resolve conflicts and will

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continue to promote peace, stability, democ- States in the region through the Stability Pact racy and economic renewal throughout the and, in the case of the EU, also within the world. framework of the Stabilization and Associa- We are gravely concerned by the develop- tion Process. Our objective will be to encour- ments in the Middle East. We welcome and age political and economic reforms, among support the report by the Sharm el-Sheikh them those designed to enhance private sec- Fact-Finding Committee. We urge both tor investment in the region, in order to en- sides to implement the report’s rec- sure long-term economic renewal. We urge ommendations, in all aspects, including end- all governments in the region to cooperate ing the violence, taking confidence-building with the International Criminal Tribunal for measures and resuming negotiations. We Yugoslavia in bringing war criminals to jus- welcome the constructive initiative taken by tice. Egypt and Jordan to that end. We see no We fully support President Kim Dae- alternative to a negotiated solution based on Jung’s policy for peace and reconciliation on UN Resolutions 242 and 338, and the prin- the Korean peninsula. We discussed the re- ciple of land for peace. We will continue to sults of the EU high-level mission to the two cooperate closely to promote peace in the Koreas and affirmed the importance of the region. DPRK leadership’s adherence to its commit- In recent months, we have strengthened ment to maintain the moratorium on missile our already close collaboration to bring tests and to continue the process initiated at peace, stability, democracy and economic re- the inter-Korean Summit We also discussed newal to South East Europe. We welcome the U.S. decision to enter into a serious dis- the positive developments in the Federal Re- cussion with North Korea on a broad agenda, public of Yugoslavia. In Bosnia-Herzegovina, which was welcomed by the EU. We agree we call upon all partners to contribute ac- that the inter-Korean dialogue and coopera- tively to the full implementation of the Day- tion, non-proliferation and human rights will ton agreement, which remains the key ele- remain issues of vital importance for further ment in building a lasting peace. In Kosovo, progress in developing our ties with the we welcome the promulgation of the con- stitutional framework for provisional self- DPRK. government as a major step in building a We recognize the progress made since peaceful, multi-ethnic and democratic soci- 1991 and emphasize the importance to Eu- ety. We urge the people of Kosovo to con- rope, to the transatlantic community and the demn the use of violence and isolate extrem- world of Russia’s full transition into a demo- ists. In the Former Yugoslav Republic of cratic, free market state, enjoying construc- Macedonia, we will continue to coordinate tive relations with its neighbors and close ties our efforts to promote a political solution to to the transatlantic community. We pledge the current crisis. In this context, we support to continue working together and with Russia the political reform dialogue and look for- towards that goal, and will pursue a dialogue ward to a report in the coming days. In co- with Russia that is constructive, cooperative operation with NATO and OSCE, we have and, where warranted, frank. We are con- responded quickly and firmly to threats to cerned about recent adverse developments peace in the region. Together, we are en- regarding media, which should remain inde- deavoring to prevent extremism from under- pendent and free of interference. We call mining the democratic process and stress the upon the Russian Government to pursue ac- need for political, not military, solutions. tively a political settlement to the conflict in We reaffirm our support for the Stability Chechnya. Pact for South East Europe. In order to en- The U.S. and EU strongly support an inde- courage the countries of the region to pro- pendent, sovereign Ukraine with close ties mote democracy, the rule of law, protection to the transatlantic community but are con- of minorities, the inviolability of international cerned about domestic developments affect- borders and regional reconciliation and co- ing democratic and free market reforms. We operation, we will continue to engage all support Ukraine’s leaders in their pursuit of

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reforms that secure Ukraine’s future pros- mentation of WTO agreements and help perity and urge them to continue to follow them to integrate more fully into the trading this path. We remind Ukraine of the need system, including the dispute settlement to send a strong signal to the international mechanism. Finally, we will continue to community by responding positively and make efforts to secure the early accession of transparently to concerns over human rights, candidate countries to the WTO, with par- independent media and free elections. ticular attention to the specific situation of We will intensify our political dialogue on least developed countries. This will make the the Southern Caucasus, where enhanced sta- WTO a truly universal organization. bility is a common interest. In that regard, Recalling that the dispute settlement the U.S. and EU remain committed to mechanism of the WTO is a central element strengthening Georgia’s sovereignty, inde- in providing security and predictability to the pendence, and transition to democracy and multilateral trading system, the U.S. and EU free market economy. We urge all sides in undertake to work constructively to improve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict to continue that mechanism. their efforts to find a peaceful settlement We agree on the need for an integrated based on mutual compromise. and comprehensive approach to confront the diseases HIV/Aids, Malaria and Tuberculosis, Reaffirming Our Global Responsibilities particularly in Africa, emphasizing preven- and Commitments tion in a continuum of treatment and care, We share a unique responsibility to con- and spurring research and development. We front issues of global concern and impact, support the establishment of a global fund and today we reiterated our commitment to to fight these diseases. We are also working address growing global challenges. together to ensure the success of upcoming We are committed to launching an ambi- events, such as the UN General Assembly tious new round of multilateral trade negotia- Special Session on HIV/AIDS in promoting tions at the WTO Ministerial Meeting in an effective global response to this scourge. Doha, and, in our high level discussions in We welcome the steps taken by the pharma- recent weeks, have made progress towards ceutical industry to make drugs more afford- this shared goal. We seek a round that will able. In the context of the new global fund, lead both to the further liberalization of we will work with the pharmaceutical indus- world trade and to clarifying, strengthening try and with affected countries to facilitate and extending WTO rules, so as to promote the broadest possible provision of drugs in economic growth and equip the trading sys- an affordable and medically effective man- tem to meet the challenges of globalization. ner. The new round must equally address the We celebrate the important contributions needs and priorities of developing countries, migrants have made to our countries. Re- demonstrate that the trading system can re- spect for the individual right to seek asylum spond to the concerns of civil society, and is also an essential democratic value of our promote sustainable development. We will societies. Therefore, we underline the impor- work closely together and with our partners tance of a comprehensive and integrated ap- in the coming weeks to secure consensus to proach to asylum and migration based on a launch a round based on this substantive and common commitment to human rights, exist- forward looking agenda. ing international agreements, and support for We also welcome the steady progress the UN High Commissioner for Refugees. made so far on WTO implementation and We will focus on a broad range of issues re- are ready to examine ways to make further lated to asylum, illegal immigration and mass progress in connection with the launch of a influxes of refugees and displaced persons. new round of trade negotiations. We will also We emphasize the need to take mutually reinforce and improve our provision of tech- reinforcing action in response to common nical assistance to build capacity, including problems in fighting international crime. We capacity to support negotiations, in devel- have, therefore, launched multi-annual co- oping countries, so as to aid both their imple- operation in several areas, such as trafficking

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in human beings, cybercrime and crime re- Promoting Growth and a Multilateral lated to drugs. Trading System: Reaching agreement on We had an interesting and open dialogue the scope of the new round and working to- here in Go¨teborg on climate change, which gether to solicit support for the agreement will continue. We recognize that climate in the run-up to the WTO Ministerial in change is a pressing issue that requires a Doha; global solution. The U.S. and the EU are Fighting Crime: Cooperating in fighting both committed to providing strong leader- trafficking in human beings, drugs and ship on climate change. Prompt, effective cybercrime; and sustainable action is needed, consistent Protecting the Environment: Promoting with the ultimate objective of the UN Frame- effective ways to address climate change; work Convention on Climate Change Fighting against poverty in the devel- (UNFCCC) of stabilizing greenhouse gas oping countries: Combating the commu- concentrations in the atmosphere. We are nicable diseases HIV/Aids, Malaria and Tu- determined to meet our national commit- berculosis. ments and our obligations under the Promoting the Digital Economy and mak- UNFCCC through a variety of flexible ing its benefits available to all citizens will means, drawing on the power of markets and be an important strategic theme for our dia- technology. In this context, we agree on the logue for the years to come. importance of intensifying cooperation on NOTE: An original was not available for climate-related science and research. We dis- verification of the content of this joint statement. agree on the Kyoto Protocol and its ratifica- tion, but we are determined to work together in all relevant fora to address climate change Statement on Senate Passage of the and will participate constructively in the re- Education Reform Legislation sumed COP 6 in Bonn. Our efforts must ulti- June 14, 2001 mately result in an outcome that protects the environment and ensures economic growth I commend the Senate for passing an edu- compatible with our shared objective of sus- cation reform bill that will significantly im- tainable development for present and future prove and strengthen our public schools. The generations. reforms in this bill reflect the core principles of my education agenda: accountability, flexi- bility, local control, and more choices for par- Looking to the Future ents. I congratulate Chairman Kennedy, We have also taken a fresh look at the Ranking Member Gregg, and all those Sen- mechanisms of U.S.-EU cooperation in the ators—Democratic, Republican, and inde- context of the changing global environment. pendent—whose hard work helped to Whether working together to resolve dis- produce this bill. agreements, promote peace among our We are close to a monumental achieve- neighbors or combat threats to the broader ment with bipartisan support. As a result of world, we seek greater results. To focus our our efforts, we have wide agreement on the attention and efforts on elements in our com- principles of education reform. I urge Con- mon agenda where progress is both necessary gress to remain true to these principles dur- and possible, we have selected the following ing the upcoming conference committee. strategic themes for cooperation over the Many also agree on the need to provide next several years, keeping in mind the need historic levels of funding to help States and for flexibility in responding to unforeseen local schools to implement these needed re- events. Within these themes, we have identi- forms. Additional spending on education fied immediate priorities on which we seek surely is justified. But the increases must be tangible progress before our next Summit. carefully directed and effectively spent. In Addressing security challenges: Pre- the past, increased spending and the creation venting conflict and managing crises; fighting of multiple new programs have not improved terrorism; promoting non-proliferation; student achievement.

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As a Nation, we made a promise 36 years I urge the conferees from the House and the ago that disadvantaged children would be Senate to act quickly on this legislation so well educated in our country. We have not that America can say we put the reforms in yet fulfilled that promise. Now we must. If place, and we can truly say that no child in we are to do so, we must change our ap- our country will be left behind. proach. I challenge the House and Senate I’m sure you’ve read about the so-called conferees to keep this imperative for real divisiveness in Washington. In short order, change in mind as they begin their delibera- we have passed meaningful tax reform, and tions. Empowering parents and educators we are now on our way to meaningful edu- closest to the children, insisting on real ac- cation reform. And I’m so proud of the ac- countability for results, streamlining and complishments not only of the administra- placing more focus on proven programs, and tion, but also of the United States Congress. increasing resources in an intelligent and rea- And I’m proud of your service to America, sonable manner tied to the reforms all work. as well. You stand tall for a great country, Adhering to these approaches can provide us and for that we are very grateful. an historic opportunity for our children and God bless you all, and God bless America. our country. Let’s seize it. Education Reform Legislation Q. Mr. President, are you sorry you didn’t Remarks on Departure From get vouchers? Go¨ teborg and an Exchange With The President. I’m very pleased. It’s a Reporters great piece of legislation. June 15, 2001 NOTE: The President spoke at 7:48 a.m. at The President. Good morning. Thank you Landvetter Airport. A tape was not available for all very much for coming. Laura and I have verification of the content of these remarks. had a fantastic trip here to Sweden, and we want to thank all the folks at our Embassy for working hard to make our trip go so well. The President’s News Conference First, I want to make sure you meet your With President Aleksander boss, and that’s the Secretary of State, Colin Kwasniewski of Poland in Warsaw, Powell, who’s doing a fantastic job for Amer- Poland ica. I want to thank Ambassador Lyndon June 15, 2001 Olson and his wife, Kay, for their hospitality and their service to the United States of President Kwasniewski. Mr. President, America. They have served our country with ladies and gentlemen. First of all, once again, distinction and class, and we’re very grateful. I’d like to extend my words of welcome to I want to thank Bruce Carter for his hard all those attending the press conference. And work to make sure our trip went so well. And I wish to express my joy upon the occasion I want to thank Gillian Milonovic for her of the official visit of the President of the work, as well. [Applause] Gillian has got a United States of America, George Walker few supporters out there. Bush, Jr., in Poland. Before we come around and shake your We are very honored that the first visit of hand and thank you, I do want to talk about the newly elected President of the United a piece of good news that we got out of our States of America is taking place in Poland. United States Senate yesterday. Yesterday We take it as a symbol but, at the same time, the Senate overwhelmingly voted for an edu- as the confirmation of friendly and allied re- cation bill that I had submitted to the Con- lations that Poland and the United States gress. It is a piece of legislation that will re- have enjoyed for more than a 100 years and form public education in America. It is a which have developed in the last decade very meaningful, real reform. strongly, and that is a good reason for re- I want to thank Senator Kennedy and Sen- spect. I, once again, want to welcome Mr. ator Gregg for their bipartisan cooperation. President Bush here in Poland.

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This transformation began in Poland over Over the last generation, the people of 12 years ago is successful. Also, thanks to our Poland have suffered greatly to win freedom. allies, to our friends, and also thanks to America stood with Poland in that struggle, American politics—politicians, businessmen, and we stand with you today in facing the all those who have supported us in this un- challenges of a new era of democracy and easy work. We remember the visit of George economic progress. Bush, Sr., President of the United States in Our hopes for peace for Poland and all 1989, when Poland was just starting its trans- of Europe depend on NATO. Since joining formation. We are happy, Mr. President, that the Alliance 2 years ago, Poland has contrib- we can demonstrate a better and changed uted greatly to its success and serves as a democratic Poland to you—the Poland that fine example for all future members of is using its political opportunity. NATO. During our talks, we discussed the inter- The President and I talked about how national border, and I wish to accept the de- NATO must continue to enlarge, to increase termination on the part of the United States Europe’s security. We talked about the chal- towards the enlargement of NATO. We’re lenges and opportunity NATO faces in its re- happy to say that we have similar views over lations with Russia and with neighbors in the political situation and political relations transition, like the Ukraine. in central and eastern Europe. The United Today, U.S. and Polish soldiers serve side States has been very supportive of Poland’s by side as part of the NATO contingent that aspirations as a future member of the Euro- seeks to bring peace and democracy to the pean Union. Balkans. It’s important that Poland’s military We’re very close, not only in the political remain well equipped. To that end, I’m sense, but in everyday cooperation we have pleased to announce the United States is been very close, as well. We have adopted making the necessary legislative preparations the common resolution of the President of to transfer a second frigate to the Polish the Republic of Poland and the President of Navy. the United States of America. You’ve been The President and I also discussed Po- distributed this important document because land’s move toward membership in the Euro- it refers to all important, most important pean Union. The EU is America’s largest issues and, at the same time, it has been writ- trading partner outside North America. Join- ten in a very legible and understandable lan- ing Poland’s economy to that of the EU is guage to everyone. in all our interests and will only strengthen America’s ties with all our Atlantic partners. In our joint resolution, there is nothing The interests of America and Poland are that relates to diplomacy, but there is only clear, and they are the same: to continue the substance of our very close, friendly, and building a more stable Europe, to strengthen allied relations. the institutions of democracy, freedom, com- This is what I wanted to say by introduc- merce, and mutual security, and to promote tion and welcome you, Mr. President, once the prosperity that comes through invest- again. ment and open trade. President Bush. Thank you for the beau- Another topic we covered today was the tiful weather. common commitment of the United States President Kwasniewski. We have special and Poland to spreading prosperity and de- relations. [Laughter] mocracy in this part of the world. And I was President Bush. I’ll try to highlight that pleased to inform the President that the in my speech this afternoon. Polish American Enterprise Fund will trans- I’m the third President to come to your fer $20 million to the new Polish-American beautiful land since Poland regained free- Freedom Foundation. In this way, our coun- dom. Many more will follow, because the tries can continue the joint work of pro- bond between our two countries is very moting democracy and free markets and the strong, and that bond is formed of many rule of law throughout central and eastern things, starting with our love for freedom. Europe.

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I look forward to my meeting, as well, with viser expressed some doubts about President the Prime Minister. I look forward to con- Putin’s commitment to democracy. veying my respect to him for his role in help- I’m curious, sir, what is your general as- ing bring Poland into NATO. Friendship and sessment of Russia on these two vital ques- cooperation between our two countries is tions, proliferation and its commitment to strong and is growing stronger. The Republic democracy? of Poland today is an equal partner in the Thank you, sir. work of building greater prosperity and secu- President Bush. As you know full well, rity across Europe, and it’s a huge honor for I’ve got a meeting with President Putin to- me to be here. morrow. And I am really looking forward to Thank you, Mr. President. it, because it’s an opportunity for me to say President Kwasniewski. Thank you, Mr. to President Putin, the United States is no President. Now is time for questions. longer your enemy. I also will stress that my vision of Europe NATO Expansion includes Russia and that Russia should not Q. In accordance with the Brussels deci- fear the expansion of freedom-loving people sion yesterday, in one year’s time there will to her borders. Russia has got vast potential be further candidates in Europe to negotiate and great opportunity, particularly if she their membership. Will that one year be a makes a commitment to democratic institu- sufficient period of time, and will one of the tions and to the rule of law and embraces criteria be for NATO membership so that the open market. NATO could constitute a wholeness, a whole I am concerned about some reports of the area, in political terms? proliferation of weapons throughout—on President Bush. If I understand the ques- Russia’s southern border, for example, coun- tion correctly, it was about NATO expansion. tries on her southern border, and I’ll bring Q. Yes. that subject up. I think it’s important for Rus- President Bush. My Government believes sia to hear that our Nation is concerned NATO should expand. We believe no one about the spreading of weapons of mass de- should be excluded because of history or lo- struction. And I’ll bring it up in the context cation or geography. And we don’t believe of explaining why it is important for us think any nation should have a veto over who is differently about missile defenses, to think accepted. We also believe a lot of progress differently about the cold war doctrine that has been made toward achieving the require- is codified in the ABM Treaty of 1972. ments necessary to be accepted into NATO The more capacity a nation has to develop and look forward to the Prague summit a year a—a nation that can’t stand America or our from this fall, to a positive statement of ex- friends or Allies—to develop weapons of pansion. I think it will happen; to the extent, mass destruction, the more necessary it is for we will see. How many nations are accepted, freedom-loving people to have the capacity we will see. But in my speech today I will to halt any political blackmail they may say it’s not a matter of whether NATO ex- choose to inflict upon us. And so I will talk pands; it’s a matter of when NATO expands. about democracy—democracy building. I’ll We strongly stand on the side of expansion talk about capital investment and the need of NATO. for capital to have open markets and rule of Major Garrett [Cable News Network]. law, transparency in economy, and I will also talk about security measures. Russia Q. President Kwasniewski, thank you for Visas for Polish Visitors to the U.S. your hospitality. President Bush, there are Q. This is a question to Mr. Bush—[in- fresh reports today about concerns of the audible]—to Poland, as a symbol of our U.S. Government of proliferation from the openness and our sympathy for the U.S. Un- Russian Government, selling certain mate- fortunately, this gesture is not returned. I’d rials to nations such as Iran. And before we like to ask you, may Poles count on not need- left on this trip, your National Security Ad- ing American visas soon? Thank you.

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President Bush. American visas? mous resources and great potential. This is Q. Yes. Yes, sir. the first of what I hope are many meetings President Bush. In other words, whether between Mr. Putin and me, and many discus- or not someone going to America needs a sions. And first and foremost is to develop visa? a trust between us. He doesn’t know me, and Q. Yes, sir. I don’t know him very well. But at my press President Bush. We can discuss that issue conference tomorrow, I am confident I will at the State Department level. But Poles are be able to say I’ve got a pretty good feel for welcome in America. We welcome you to the man, and he’s got a good feel for me. come. There are, as you know—Chicago is And he’ll see that I’m the President of a a city with many, many people of Polish her- peace-loving nation, a nation that wants itage. I would hope that it’s easy to travel Russia to succeed and do well. to our country. The definition of the relationship will David Gregory [NBC News]. evolve over time, but first and foremost, it’s Q. Mr. President, good afternoon. got to start with the simple word, ‘‘friend.’’ President Bush. Thank you, sir. You look mighty sharp today, by the way. National Missile Defense Q. Well, thank you very much. Q. The first question to President President Bush. Don’t you think? Kwasniewski, I am intrigued whether you [Laughter] used the opportunity during your talks with the President, and have you asked the ques- Russia tion about the missile defense? Have you Q. I wonder if you would be specific, sir, talked also about Brussels, and have you de- about what incentives you’re prepared to veloped that subject, or have you rather con- offer Russian President Putin to get both his centrated on bilateral relations and—in con- blessing and perhaps his cooperation in mis- nection between Russia and NATO and good sile defense. And additionally, as you just relations between NATO and Russia—and of mentioned, you no longer consider Russia an course, in future relations in the world? adversary. Then what is it? What do you want President Kwasniewski. When it comes Russia to become—an ally, a strategic part- to the missile defense system, following the ner, a strategic adversary, what? presentation of President Bush’s opinion in President Bush. My hopes are the same Brussels, the case seems very clear. The as the President’s hopes about Russia. We United States wishes to build this system, not want Russia to be a partner and an ally— exclusively safeguarding its own interests but a partner in peace, a partner in democracy, to reinforce a general world security. And the a country that embraces freedom, a country United States wants to do some more re- that enhances the security of Europe. search and enter dialog with all partners, The discussion tomorrow, David, is going both in NATO as well as in—with Russia and to be a broad discussion. It won’t focus just other partners about that issue. on defenses, security arrangements. It will And I think this is a very rightful and a focus on a frame of mind and an attitude. very appropriate position. And if we’re going This is my first meeting with the President, to work along these lines, it may turn out and certainly won’t be my last. The purpose that the new security systems are not con- of the meeting is to share a vision about troversial at all and that they would not con- Russia’s role in the world and in Europe. It stitute any problems for us but would, rather, is to assure—it is to provide assurances to reinforce our feeling of security. It goes be- Russia that our country doesn’t want to di- yond any doubt that the cold war is over and minish the nation; we want to help elevate that today we do not have such enemies that the nation. we used to have in the past and that it is We will have a long discussion about the possible to cooperate with every democrat- role of capital in a society, that if Russia ically organized state in the world. makes the right choices, she will attract a lot We’re convinced that if reaching these de- of capital, U.S. capital. Russia has got enor- cisions could be—if these decisions could be

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achieved through a dialog, and the search for neighbor, Poland. I’m proud of the accom- opinions in the form of a dialog, then cer- plishments of the President, and proud of the tainly we will achieve mutual understanding. accomplishments of this great people. And this is how I understood President Holly [Holly Rosenkrantz, Bloomberg Bush’s presentation in Brussels. And I think News]. that President Bush’s presentation actually took away all those fears that were connected General Electric-Honeywell Merger/ with this position. I think this is a very rea- National Missile Defense sonable, very appropriate attitude on the part Q. The Europeans have never rejected a of the United States of America. Star Wars merger between a U.S. and European com- was an idea that matched the ideological con- pany, but they’re set to reject a deal between frontation. Today we’re talking about global GE and Honeywell, the largest merger ever. security, and these are completely two dif- In your talks this week, has your administra- ferent animals. tion raised the issue? And if the deal is re- President Bush. I appreciate what the jected, what would that do for U.S.-Euro- President said in the meeting that went on pean relations? in Brussels, and he’s right. There was recep- And Mr. Kwasniewski, how deep is Po- tivity to a new way of thinking about the land’s support for the President’s missile de- ABM Treaty. And I was very pleased to see fense deal, and do you have reservations how forward-leaning many nations were dur- about it? ing our discussion. There are a lot of leaders Thank you. who understand that the old cold war men- President Kwasniewski. Well, I ex- tality is not necessary anymore, that it’s time plained our position in last question. When to set a new strategic framework for the we will discuss not about MD system in sense peace of Europe and peace for the world. of American security and some technical con- I don’t know what the press reports are like, cept, but we’ll see it is necessary to create but I can assure you, inside the meeting there effective security system for new world, for was a receptivity that was very warm and for global world after World War II and after which I was very grateful, and the President cold war. So I think we can discuss many just reflected that. details, and we can support such concept. Secondly, Poland serves as an example of I repeat again what President Bush said what’s possible. One of the reasons I came in Brussels. I understood American approach here was to be with my friend. But I also to this question as a very open, very full-of- came here to show nations that are hungry wish of dialog. And—in speech and state- for democracy or striving for democracy or ment of President Bush in Brussels, it was looking at democracy what’s possible. And a concept not for the United States; it was Poland serves as a bridge and an important a concept for all of us, and a concept which example. If you believe in a Europe whole is absolutely different than everything what and free and secure, a good place to make we had during cold war. That is not the rep- that case is right here. etition of Star Wars again. That is a new idea And so, you bet, we talked about Poland’s how to create better system for security, important role, and it’s an incredibly impor- which can be for disposal of all of us, of tant role. We spent time talking about the NATO countries and all countries, including Ukraine, as well. Poland has played, thanks Russia and then China. to the President’s leadership, a very impor- So I think this approach is extremely inter- tant role in the Ukraine. The Ukraine is a esting and is necessary to continue this dia- country in transition. And Poland and the log. United States and other nations in Europe President Bush. We have brought up the must work with the Ukraine to help Ukraine proposed merger at the appropriate levels make the right decisions and right choices during this trip and before the trip. Our Gov- for the future, and those decisions are free- ernment looked at the merger and approved dom and democracy and open markets, the it. The Canadian Government looked at the very same values embraced by Ukraine’s merger and approved it, and I am concerned

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that the Europeans have rejected it. That’s scent who, while contributing to the success all I’ve got to say on it. of the United States, never forgot the country Thank you, all. of their ancestors. President Kwasniewski. We have—no We affirm that NATO will remain the es- questions more? You know, this is a souvenir sential foundation of Transatlantic security. for Poland. One question more, please. We will work together and with our other President Bush. All you’re trying to do NATO Allies to adapt NATO to new missions is butter up to your press corps. [Laughter] and new challenges, by strengthening its ca- Q. A question to President Kwasniewski, pabilities; admitting to our ranks European would you be so kind as to mention what democracies prepared to assume the respon- is included in the joint declaration we re- sibilities of membership; and extending co- ceived in the English version? Do you know operation with Ukraine, Russia, and other if there’s any Polish joke? members of the Partnership for Peace. Po- President Kwasniewski. That is the main land’s entry into NATO in 1999 marked a mistake of the politician to give chance for milestone in its return to the Transatlantic next question. [Laughter] community and increased Europe’s security Thank you very much for your attention. overall. NATO’s continuing enlargement will Thank you. allow new Allies to join with and make con- tributions to a more secure and undivided NOTE: The President’s 10th news conference began at 12:40 p.m. in the Presidential Palace. Europe and Euroatlantic area. We will work President Kwasniewski spoke in Polish, and his together to advance NATO’s enlargement, remarks were translated by an interpreter. In his upon meeting objective criteria by the can- remarks, President Bush referred to Prime Min- didate countries, at NATO’s Prague Summit ister Jerzy Buzek of Poland and President Vladi- in November 2002. The future enlargement mir Putin of Russia. A portion of this news con- of NATO will significantly contribute to the ference could not be verified because the tape security of the Euroatlantic community of was incomplete. nations. Poland and the United States support ef- Joint Statement by President George forts of NATO’s European Union members W. Bush and President Aleksander and other EU nations to assume greater re- Kwasniewski sponsibility for crisis management by com- mitting new resources to strengthen their June 15, 2001 and NATO’s capabilities and developing the President George W. Bush and President ability to manage efforts where NATO as a Aleksander Kwasniewski affirm the deep whole chooses not to engage, through the friendship that exists between the United European Union’s European Security and States and Poland, based on our common Defense Policy (ESDP). The United States commitment to democratic values and our and Poland believe it is essential that the EU common resolve to build a stronger Trans- develop capabilities in a manner that is fully atlantic alliance and a 21st century Europe coordinated, compatible, and transparent whole, free, and at peace. For more than ten with NATO, and to provide for the fullest years Poland and the United States have possible participation of non-EU European worked together to advance and maintain de- Allies. mocracy in Europe. This is made possible Poland’s success in building democracy by the existence of an independent Poland, and market economy is relevant to the entire a vision for years nurtured by Poles who, region of Central and Eastern Europe. Po- among the first of the nations of Central and land and the United States reaffirm their Eastern Europe, initiated a successful march support for future Ukrainian integration into to freedom. The friendship of the two coun- Western institutions as a solid base for tries is deeply rooted in a common tradition Ukrainian sovereignty, independence, free of striving towards freedom, a goal fostered market economy and civil society. We pledge for generations by Americans of Polish de- to work with our allies to this end, and call

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on Ukraine’s leadership to rebuild a con- undertake and support initiatives aimed to- sensus for the reforms needed to achieve this wards such goals as balanced development, goal. We note with satisfaction the successful fighting drug trafficking and the spread of completion of United States programs assist- the HIV virus. We recognize the funda- ing Poland’s economic reforms, and agree to mental importance of human rights and their cooperate in supporting Poland’s efforts to impact on international security, and shall share the lessons of Poland’s experience with continue to advocate worldwide respect for neighbors seeking assistance. them. We note with pride the achievements of We face a common threat from the grow- the Polish American Enterprise Fund, one ing proliferation of weapons of mass destruc- of the first initiatives launched in the new, tion (WMD) and increasingly sophisticated free Poland by President George H.W. Bush, missiles for their delivery. We are engaged which achieved enormous success, and con- in a consultation process with all interested tinues its efforts through its successor foun- parties about this new threat. We agree on dation, the Polish American Freedom Foun- the need for a comprehensive security strat- dation (PAFF). We are gratified by the grow- egy that encompasses both offensive and de- ing role of the PAFF and other civic organi- fense deterrent systems, continues nuclear zations as a conduit for sharing Poland’s free arms reductions, and strengthens WMD and market, democratic experience in the region. missile proliferation controls and counter- We are committed to strengthening mu- proliferation measures. tual contacts by creating an environment We reaffirm that Poland’s transatlantic conducive for investment and growth of economic ties should facilitate its accession trade. We are certain that young generations into the EU. Recognizing our common goal of Poles and Americans will continue to look of open markets, we both support the launch for solutions to problems and challenges of of a new multilateral trade round this year. the new millennium. This is another way in The United States welcomes Poland’s can- which Poland, the United States and their didate status in the European Union and rec- friends are working together to nurture de- ognizes that EU membership will provide the mocracy and prosperity. United States and Poland with new trade and We reaffirm our commitment to work with investment opportunities. the European Union and other partners to We note with satisfaction the efforts by consolidate peace and build lasting stability public and private institutions in our two in Southeast Europe based on democratic countries to address the crimes and injustices governance, the rule of law, and increasing of World War II and the Holocaust. We hope integration into Euro-Atlantic institutions. to see prompt implementation of the multi- We condemn extremists, such as those in lateral agreement on compensation for vic- Macedonia, who subvert the democratic tims of slave and forced labor during the Sec- process through the use of violence. Our two ond World War. countries are committed to NATO-led oper- Recognizing the historic ties and demo- ations in Bosnia and Kosovo, and will work cratic values that link our two peoples, we with our allies with a view to transfer, step pledge to work together as friends and close by step and as circumstances will permit, re- allies in Europe and beyond to advance our sponsibilities for public security from combat common interests and values. forces to specialized units and international police, and ultimately to local authorities. NOTE: An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. We will continue to combine our efforts in promoting observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms in Europe and be- Address at Warsaw University yond. We will continue to work together on June 15, 2001 new challenges to security, going beyond military threats, such as combating terrorism Thank you very much. Mr. President, and organized crime. While noting the com- thank you very much for your gracious hospi- plex nature of the world’s problems, we will tality that you and your wife have shown

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Laura and me. Mr. Prime Minister, members habit of fear. In all these events, we have of the government, distinguished members seen the character of the Polish people and of the clergy, distinguished citizens, and this the hand of God in your history. important friend of America, students, Mr. Modern Poland is just beginning to con- Rector, thank you very much for your warm tribute to the wealth of Europe. Yet, for dec- greeting. It’s a great honor for me to visit ades, you have contributed to Europe’s soul this great city, a city that breathes with con- and spiritual strength, and all who believe fidence, creativity, and success of modern in the power of conscience and culture are Poland. in your debt. Like all nations, Poland still faces chal- Today I have come to the center of Europe lenges, but I am confident you’ll meet them to speak of the future of Europe. Some still with the same optimistic spirit a visitor feels call this ‘‘the East,’’ but Warsaw is closer to on Warsaw’s streets and sees in the city’s fast- Ireland than it is to the Urals. And it is time changing skyline. We find evidence of this to put talk of East and West behind us. energy and enterprise surrounding us right Yalta did not ratify a natural divide; it di- now in this magnificent building. And you vided a living civilization. The partition of can hear it in the air. Today’s own—Poland’s Europe was not a fact of geography; it was orchestra called Golec’s—[laughter]—is tell- an act of violence. And wise leaders for dec- ing the world, ‘‘On that wheat field, I’m ades have found the hope of European peace gonna build my San Francisco; over that in the hope of greater unity. In the same molehill, I’m gonna build my bank.’’ [Laugh- speech that described an Iron Curtain, ter] Americans recognize that kind of opti- Winston Churchill called for ‘‘a new unity mism and ambition because we share it. in Europe from which no nation should be We are linked to Poland by culture and permanently outcast.’’ heritage, kinship and common values. Polish Consider how far we have come since that glassmakers built and operated the New speech. Through trenches and shell-fire, World’s first factory in Jamestown, Virginia, through death camps and bombed-out cities, in 1608. Seeking the right to vote, those same through gulags and food lines, men and Poles also staged the New World’s first labor women have dreamed of what my father strike. They succeeded. [Laughter] It seems called a Europe ‘‘whole and free.’’ This free the Poles have been keeping the world hon- Europe is no longer a dream. It is the Europe est for a long period of time. that is rising around us. It is the work that Some of the most courageous moments of you and I are called on to complete. We can the 20th century took place in this nation. build an open Europe, a Europe without Here, in 1943, the world saw the heroic effort Hitler and Stalin, without Brezhnev and and revolt of the Warsaw Ghetto, a year later Honecker and Ceaus¸escu and, yes, without the 63 days of the Warsaw Uprising, and then Milosevic. the reduction of this city to rubble because Our goal is to erase the false lines that it chose to resist evil. Here communism was have divided Europe for too long. The future humbled by the largest citizens’ movement of every European nation must be deter- in history and by the iron purpose and moral mined by the progress of internal reform, not vision of a single man, Pope John Paul II. the interests of outside powers. Every Euro- Here Polish workers, led by an electrician pean nation that struggles toward democracy from Gdansk, made the sparks that would and free markets and a strong civic culture electrify half a continent. Poland revealed to must be welcomed into Europe’s home. the world that its Soviet rulers, however bru- All of Europe’s new democracies, from the tal and powerful, were ultimately defenseless Baltic to the Black Sea and all that lie be- against determined men and women armed tween, should have the same chance for se- only with their conscience and their faith. curity and freedom—and the same chance Here you have proven that communism need to join the institutions of Europe—as not be followed by chaos, that great oppres- Europe’s old democracies have. sion can end in true reconciliation, and that I believe in NATO membership for all of the promise of freedom is stronger than the Europe’s democracy that seek it and are

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ready to share the responsibility that NATO are partners, no trouble or tyranny can stand brings. The question of when may still be against us. up for debate within NATO; the question of Our vision of Europe must also include whether should not be. As we plan to enlarge the Balkans. Unlike the people of Poland, NATO, no nation should be used as a pawn many people and leaders in southeast in the agendas of others. We will not trade Europe made the wrong choices in the last away the fate of free European peoples: No decade. There, communism fell, but dic- more Munichs; no more Yaltas. Let us tell tators exploited a murderous nationalism to all those who have struggled to build democ- cling to power and to conquer new land. racy and free markets what we have told the Twice NATO had to intervene militarily to Poles, ‘‘From now on, what you build, you stop the killing and defend the values that keep. No one can take away your freedom define a new Europe. or your country.’’ Today, instability remains, and there are Next year NATO’s leaders will meet in still those who seek to undermine the fragile Prague. The United States will be prepared peace that holds. We condemn those, like to make concrete, historic decisions with its the sponsors of violence in Macedonia, who Allies to advance NATO enlargement. seek to subvert democracy. But we’ve made Poland and America share a vision. As we progress. We see democratic change in plan the Prague summit, we should not cal- Zagreb and Belgrade, moderate governments culate how little we can get away with but in Bosnia, multiethnic police in Kosovo, the how much we can do to advance the cause end to violence in southern Serbia. For the of freedom. The expansion of NATO has ful- first time in history, all governments in the region are democratic, committed to cooper- filled NATO’s promise, and that promise now ating with one another, and predisposed to leads eastward and southward, northward join Europe. and onward. Across the region, nations are yearning to I want to thank Poland for acting as a be a part of Europe. The burdens and bene- bridge to the new democracies of Europe fits of satisfying that yearning will naturally and a champion of the interests and security fall most heavily on Europe, itself. That is of your neighbors, such as the Baltic States, why I welcome Europe’s commitment to play Ukraine, Slovakia. You are making real the a leading role in the stabilization of south- words, ‘‘For your freedom and ours.’’ eastern Europe. Countries other than the All nations should understand that there United States already provide over 80 per- is no conflict between membership in NATO cent of the NATO-led forces in the region. and membership in the European Union. My But I know that America’s role is important, Nation welcomes the consolidation of Euro- and we will meet our obligations. We went pean unity and the stability it brings. We wel- into the Balkans together, and we will come come a greater role for the EU in European out together. And our goal must be to hasten security, properly integrated with NATO. We the arrival of that day. welcome the incentive for reform that the The Europe we are building must include hope of EU membership creates. We wel- Ukraine, a nation struggling with the trauma come a Europe that is truly united, truly of transition. Some in Kiev speak of their democratic, and truly diverse, a collection of country’s European destiny. If this is their peoples and nations bound together in pur- aspiration, we should reward it. We must ex- pose and respect and faithful to their own tend our hand to Ukraine, as Poland has al- roots. ready done with such determination. The most basic commitments of NATO The Europe we are building must also be and the European Union are similar: democ- open to Russia. We have a stake in Russia’s racy, free markets, and common security. success, and we look for the day when Russia And all in Europe and America understand is fully reformed, fully democratic, and close- the central lesson of the century past: When ly bound to the rest of Europe. Europe’s Europe and America are divided, history great institutions, NATO and the European tends to tragedy; when Europe and America Union, can and should build partnerships

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with Russia and with all the countries that a creature of intelligence and free will, im- have emerged from the wreckage of the mersed in a mystery which transcends his former Soviet Union. own being and endowed with the ability to Tomorrow I will see President Putin and reflect and the ability to choose and thus ca- express my hopes for a Russia that is truly pable of wisdom and virtue.’’ great, a greatness measured by the strength This belief successfully challenged com- of its democracy, the good treatment of mi- munism. It challenges materialism in all its norities, and the achievements of its people. forms. Just as man cannot be reduced to a I will express to President Putin that Russia means of production, he must find goals is a part of Europe and, therefore, does not greater than mere consumption. The Euro- need a buffer zone of insecure states sepa- pean ideal is inconsistent with a life defined rating it from Europe. NATO, even as it by gain and greed and the lonely pursuit of grows, is no enemy of Russia. Poland is no self. It calls for consideration and respect, enemy of Russia. America is no enemy of compassion and forgiveness, the habits of Russia. character on which the exercise of freedom We will seek a constructive relationship depends. And all these duties and all these with Russia for the benefit of all our peoples. rights are ultimately traced to a source of law I will make the case, as I have to all the Euro- and justice above our wills and beyond our pean leaders I have met on this trip, that politics, an author of dignity, who calls us the basis for our mutual security must move to act worthy of our dignity. beyond cold war doctrines. Today, we face This belief is more than a memory; it is growing threats from weapons of mass de- a living faith. And it is the main reason struction and missiles in the hands of states Europe and America will never be separated. for whom terror and blackmail are a way of We are products of the same history, reach- life. So we must have a broad strategy of ac- ing from Jerusalem and Athens to Warsaw tive nonproliferation, counterproliferation, and Washington. We share more than an alli- and a new concept of deterrence that in- ance; we share a civilization. Its values are cludes defenses sufficient to protect our peo- universal, and they pervade our history and ple, our forces, and our Allies, as well as re- our partnership in a unique way. These trans- duced reliance on nuclear weapons. atlantic ties could not be severed by U-boats. And finally, I’ll make clear to President They could not be cut by checkpoints and Putin that the path to greater prosperity and barbed wire. They were not ended by SS– greater security lies in greater freedom. The 20s and nuclear blackmail. And they certainly 20th century has taught us that only freedom will not be broken by commercial quarrels gets the highest service from every citizen, and political debates. America will not permit citizens who can publish, citizens who can it. Poland will not allow it. worship, citizens who can organize for them- This unity of values and aspiration calls us selves, without fear of intimidation and with to new tasks. Those who have benefited and the full protection of the law. prospered most from the commitment to This, after all, is the true source of Euro- freedom and openness have an obligation to pean unity. Ultimately, it’s more than the help others that are seeking their way along unity of markets. It is more than the unity that path. That is why our transatlantic com- of interests. It is a unity of values. munity must have priorities beyond the con- Through a hard history with all its prece- solidation of European peace. dents of pain, Europe has come to believe We must bring peace and health to Africa, in the dignity of every individual, in social a neighbor to Europe, a heritage to many freedom tempered by moral restraint, in eco- Americans, a continent in crisis, and a place nomic liberty balanced with humane values. of enormous potential. We must work to- ‘‘The revolutions of 1989,’’ said Pope John gether to shut down the arms trafficking that Paul II, ‘‘were made possible by the commit- fuels Africa’s wars, fight the spread of AIDS ment of brave men and women inspired by that may make 40 million children into or- a different, and ultimately more profound phans, and help all of Africa share in the and powerful, vision, the vision of man as trade and promise of the modern world.

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We must work toward a world that trades small. And America, in calm and in crisis, in freedom, a world where prosperity is avail- will honor this vision and the values we share. able to all through the power of markets, a Poland, in so many ways, is a symbol of world where open trade spurs the process renewal and common purpose. More than of economic and legal reform, a world of co- half a century ago, from this spot, all one operation to enhance prosperity, protect the could see was a desert of ruins. Hardly did environment, and lift the quality of life for a single unbroken brick touch another. This all. city had been razed by the Nazis and be- We must confront the shared security trayed by the Soviets. Its people were mostly threats of regimes that thrive by creating in- displaced. Not far from here is the only stability, that are ambitious for weapons of monument which survived. It is the figure mass destruction, and are dangerously unpre- of Christ falling under the cross and strug- dictable. In Europe, you’re closer to these gling to rise. Under him are written the challenges than the United States. You see words, ‘‘Sursum corda’’, ‘‘Lift up your the lightning well before we hear the thun- hearts.’’ From the determination in Polish der. Only together, however, can we confront hearts, Warsaw did rise again, brick by brick. the emerging threats of a changing world. Poland has regained its rightful place at the Fifty years ago all Europe looked to the heart of a new Europe and is helping other United States for help. Ten years ago Poland nations to find their own. ‘‘Lift up your hearts’’ is the story of Poland. did, as well. Now we and others can only ‘‘Lift up your hearts’’ is the story of a new go forward together. The question no longer Europe. And together, let us raise this hope is, what others can do for Poland but what of freedom for all who seek it in our world. America and Poland and all of Europe can God bless. do for the rest of the world. In the early 1940s, Winston Churchill saw NOTE: The President spoke at 5:45 p.m. in the beyond a World War and a cold war to a library. In his remarks, he referred to President greater project: ‘‘Let the great cities of War- Aleksander Kwasniewski and Prime Minister Jerzy saw and Prague and Vienna banish despair Buzek of Poland; Jolanta Kwasniewski, wife of even in the midst of their agony,’’ he said. President Kwasniewski; Piotr Wegielski, rector, ‘‘Their liberation is sure. The day will come Warsaw University; Lech Walesa, former Presi- when the joy bells will ring again throughout dent of Poland and Solidarity movement leader; and President Vladimir Putin of Russia. Europe and when victorious nations, masters not only of their foes but of themselves, will plan and build in justice, in tradition, and Proclamation 7451—Father’s Day, in freedom a house of many mansions where 2001 there will be room for all.’’ To his contem- June 15, 2001 poraries who lived in a Europe of division and violence, this vision must have seemed By the President of the United States unimaginable. Yet, our fathers, yours and of America mine, struggled and sacrificed to make this vision real. Now it is within our grasp. A Proclamation Today, a new generation makes a new Americans celebrate Father’s Day as a commitment, a Europe and an America unique time to reflect on the importance of bound in a great alliance of liberty, history’s fathers and to honor their vital role in the greatest united force for peace and progress lives of children. For those who have been and human dignity. The bells of victory have blessed with our own families, this day also rung. The Iron Curtain is no more. Now we provides an opportunity to reaffirm our com- plan and build a house of freedom, whose mitment to being the best possible fathers doors are open to all of Europe’s peoples and for our children. whose windows look out to global challenges Father’s Day was originally the idea of beyond. Our progress is great; our goals are Sonora Dodd, who wanted to honor her fa- large; and our differences, in comparison, are ther, Civil War veteran Henry Jackson Smart.

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As Sonora’s sole surviving parent following also honor and be thankful for the caring, the death of her mother, Mr. Smart made decent, and hardworking fathers who make great sacrifices for his daughter and raised such a tremendous difference in the lives of her with courage, selflessness, and abiding their children and families. love. To enable all Americans to participate Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, in paying special tribute to their fathers, President of the United States of America, President Calvin Coolidge first recognized in accordance with a joint resolution of the Father’s Day in 1924. Congress approved April 24, 1972 (36 U.S.C. During childhood, boys and girls look to 109), do hereby proclaim June 17, 2001, as their fathers for a sense of security, warmth, Father’s Day. I encourage all Americans to attention, patience, and understanding. As express love and respect for their fathers, as young people mature, their fathers con- well as appreciation for the vital contribu- tribute to their spiritual, emotional, physical, tions of fathers to families and to society. I financial, and social well-being. In reaching direct the appropriate officials of the Govern- adulthood, men and women alike are en- ment to display the flag of the United States riched immeasurably by the wisdom of their on all Government buildings on this day. I fathers as they pursue careers, start families, also call upon State and local governments and take active roles in the community. and citizens to observe this day with appro- For boys and girls raised without a father priate programs, ceremonies, and activities. in the home, the challenges can be great. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set Seventy-five percent of American children my hand this fifteenth day of June, in the raised in a one-parent household will experi- year of our Lord two thousand one, and of ence poverty before they turn 11 years old, the Independence of the United States of compared to only 20 percent of children in America the two hundred and twenty-fifth. families with two parents. Children in homes George W. Bush where the father is absent are more likely to be suspended from school or to drop out, [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, be treated for an emotional or behavioral 8:45 a.m., June 18, 2001] problem, become suicidal as adolescents, or NOTE: This proclamation will be published in the become victims of child abuse or neglect. Federal Register on June 19. As a society, we must support fathers in fulfilling their responsibilities to their fami- lies, which may include not only biological Remarks at a State Dinner Hosted by or adopted children, but also stepchildren or President Kwasniewski in Warsaw foster children. Fathers must be prepared to June 15, 2001 nurture and care for their sons and daugh- ters, and to do so in the context of a strong Mr. President, and Madam Kwasniewski, and committed marriage. To promote re- Mr. Prime Minister and Madam Buzek, dis- sponsible fatherhood, my Administration has tinguished guests, many of whom sacrificed proposed providing financial support to com- for freedom. Laura and I are grateful for this munity and faith-based organizations that great day—it’s been a great day in Poland— help fathers and to programs that strengthen and for this good company. You’ve made us marriage and promote successful parenting. feel most welcome. We also propose funding to support the ex- I bring with me the affectionate greetings pansion of ongoing State and local father- of the American people. Poland has a special hood initiatives and helping community place in our hearts, not just in places like groups that try to provide young men with Pana Maria, Texas, or Warsaw, Alabama, or role models. Pulaski, Tennessee. Americans understand Our society must strive to produce a gen- that we owe a lot to Poland. It has even been eration of men who are ready to become the claimed that the old Polish game—an old best possible fathers. Let us set a good exam- Polish game was the earliest inspiration for ple for America’s sons by valuing the respon- baseball. [Laughter] If that’s true, I owe sibility and importance of fatherhood. Let us more than most. [Laughter]

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Today, our friendship is based upon a mindful of where we have been; always mov- shared heritage and a hope for the future. ing forward to build the future we know we When my father came to Warsaw in 1989, want, the future we know we can achieve. he declared that the cold war that began in My toast is for a free Poland, its leadership, Poland could end in Poland. Poles won their and the courageous souls who made it hap- freedom with courage and determination. pen. Americans from President Reagan to Presi- God bless. dent Bush to President Clinton walked alongside you. Hope became reality. And Po- NOTE: The President spoke at 8:50 p.m. at the land knows that when that happened, the Presidential Palace. In his remarks, he referred world turned right side up. to Jolanta Kwasniewski, wife of President Aleksander Kwasniewski, and Ludgarda Buzek, Poland became a mature democracy. Long wife of Prime Minister Jerzy Buzek. a friend to America, we now proudly call you Ally. Yours is a moving story, and only you will ever know how difficult it was to write. Mr. President, the United States greatly admires the leadership you have dem- Digest of Other onstrated these past 6 years. You understand White House Announcements that building a better future sometimes en- tails coming to grips with the past, even if that past is uncomfortable to some. America The following list includes the President’s public schedule and other items of general interest an- understands the value of reconciliation, of nounced by the Office of the Press Secretary and overcoming old divisions. History looks well not included elsewhere in this issue. upon such leadership. Mr. Prime Minister, the United States is deeply appreciative of your service to your June 9 country and to the cause of freedom. You The White House announced that the understand that building a better future re- President declared a major disaster in Texas quires hard choices. The reformer is rarely and ordered Federal aid to supplement State rewarded and often criticized but then moves and local recovery efforts in the area struck ahead with reform, nonetheless. History is by Tropical Storm Allison beginning on June kind to this type of leader, as well. 5 and continuing. This week I’ve spoken to many leaders June 10 from across Europe about the challenges of In the morning, the President traveled unity and open commerce and peace. I am from Crawford, TX, to Washington, DC. here today because America is convinced In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. that we can meet those challenges in partner- Bush hosted a White House reception for ship with a strong and free Poland. We know the Ford’s Theatre gala on the State Floor we can count on Poland to remain true to at the White House. its best traditions of tolerance, compromise, In the evening, the President and Mrs. and determination that have brought you so Bush attended the Ford’s Theatre gala at far and so fast. Ford’s Theatre. We know we can count on Poland to keep reaching out to its neighbors, showing them June 11 the way and helping them help themselves. In the morning, the President met with We know we can count on Poland to con- Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong of Singapore tinue its reforms. And Poland can count on in the Oval Office. America. We are in Europe to stay, because In the evening, the President and Mrs. we know the danger of retreating behind the Bush traveled to Madrid, Spain, arriving the false security of an ocean. following morning. Together, our countries know what faith, The President announced his intention to commitment, and integrity can build. Our nominate Franklin L. Lavin to be Ambas- partnership is going to last a long time, always sador to Singapore.

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The President announced his intention to In the evening, the President and Mrs. nominate Aubrey Hooks to be Ambassador Bush met with King Carl XVI Gustaf, Queen to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Silvia, and Crown Princess Victoria of Swe- The President declared a major disaster in den at the Residence. Louisiana and ordered Federal aid to supple- The President announced his intention to ment State and local recovery efforts in the nominate Jackson McDonald to be Ambas- area stuck by Tropical Storm Allison begin- sador to Gambia. ning on June 5 and continuing. The White House announced that the June 15 President will welcome Prime Minister John In the morning, the President and Mrs. Howard of Australia to Washington, DC, on Bush traveled to Warsaw, Poland. September 10. In the afternoon, the President met with June 12 Prime Minister Jerzy Burek of Poland at the In the morning, the President and Mrs. Palace on the Water in Lazienki Park. Later, Bush met with King Juan Carlos I, Queen he participated in a wreath-laying ceremony Sofia, and Crown Prince Felipe at Zarzuela at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Palace. The President announced his intention to In the afternoon, the President traveled to nominate Joseph Gerard Sullivan to be Am- Quintos de Mora, Spain, where he met with bassador to Zimbabwe. President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain at his The President announced his intention to private residence. Later, the President re- nominate John W. Keys to be Commissioner turned to Madrid. of Reclamation at the Department of the In- terior. June 13 The President announced his intention to In the morning, the President and Mrs. nominate Jose A. Fourquet to be U.S. Execu- Bush traveled to Brussels, Belgium. While tive Director of the Inter-American Develop- en route aboard Air Force One, the Presi- ment Bank. dent had a telephone conversation with Cen- The President announced his intention to tral Intelligence Agency Director George J. appoint the following individuals as members Tenet, congratulating him on his efforts con- of the Commission on Ocean Policy: Robert cerning the Middle East cease-fire. Ballard, James D. Watkins, Paul L. Kelly, In the afternoon, the President met with Ted A. Beattie, Lawrence Dickerson, Marc U.S. diplomats, military personnel, and their J. Hershman, Ed Rasmuson, Christopher families at the Brussels American School. Koch, Paul G. Gaffney, Andrew A. Rosen- Later, the President and Mrs. Bush met with berg, James M. Coleman, Paul A. Sandifer, King Albert II and Queen Paola of Belgium William D. Ruckelshaus, Ann D’Amato, at the Royal Palace of Laeken. Frank Muller-Karger, and Lilliam Barrone. The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel R. Levinson to be Inspector The President announced his intention to General for the General Services Administra- designate J. Timothy O’Neill as Chairman of tion. the Federal Housing Finance Board. The President announced his intention to The President announced his intention to nominate John Lester Henshaw to be Assist- nominate the following 23 individuals as ant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safe- members of the President’s Commission on ty and Health. White House Fellowships: Brad Freeman, The President announced his intention to James E. Bostic, Jr., Paul W. Brooks, nominate John J. Young to be Assistant Sec- Gilberto Cardenas, Martha Chayet, Ben retary of the Navy for Research, Develop- Crenshaw, Robert M. Duncan, Clayton ment, and Acquisition. Fong, Valde Garcia, Phillip J. Montante, Jr., Patrick F. Noonan, Alan Novak, Paul Simon, June 14 Rosemarie Avila, Fred Carter, Olden Lee, In the morning, the President and Mrs. William McGurn, Marcia Jackson, Angela Bush traveled to Go¨teborg, Sweden. Antonelli, Bruno V. Manno, Jimmy Gurule,

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Manuel Lujen Jr., and Lawrence Richard Daniel R. Levinson, Bearden. of Maryland, to be Inspector General, Gen- The White House announced that the eral Services Administration, vice William R. President will travel to Genoa, Italy, to attend Barton, resigned. the G–7/8 Summit on July 20–22. Donald J. McConnell, of Ohio, a career member of the Senior For- eign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni- Nominations potentiary of the United States of America Submitted to the Senate to the State of Eritrea.

Michael Montelongo, The following list does not include promotions of members of the Uniformed Services, nominations of Georgia, to be an Assistant Secretary of to the Service Academies, or nominations of For- the Air Force, vice Robert F. Hale. eign Service officers. Alberto Jose Mora, of Virginia, to be General Counsel of the De- Submitted June 12 partment of the Navy, vice Stephen W. Pres- ton. Dionel M. Aviles, of Maryland, to be an Assistant Secretary of Laurie Rich, the Navy, vice Deborah P. Christie, resigned. of Texas, to be Assistant Secretary for Inter- Reginald Jude Brown, governmental and Interagency Affairs, De- of Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of partment of Education, vice G. Mario the Army, vice Patrick T. Henry. Moreno, resigned. Stephen A. Cambone, Kirk Van Tine, of Virginia, to be Deputy Under Secretary of Virginia, to be General Counsel of the De- of Defense for Policy, vice James M. Bodner. partment of Transportation, vice Nancy E. McFadden. Douglas Alan Hartwick, of Washington, a career member of the Sen- Michael W. Wynne, ior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Coun- of Florida, to be Deputy Under Secretary of selor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Defense for Acquisition and Technology, Plenipotentiary of the United States of vice David R. Oliver. America to the Lao People’s Democratic Re- public. John J. Young, Jr., of Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of John Lester Henshaw, the Navy, vice Herbert Lee Buchanan III. of Missouri, to be an Assistant Secretary of Labor, vice Charles N. Jeffress. James W. Ziglar, of Mississippi, to be Commissioner of Immi- Aubrey Hooks, gration and Naturalization, vice Doris Meiss- of Virginia, a career member of the Senior ner, resigned. Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni- Submitted June 14 potentiary of the United States of America to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Vincent Martin Battle, of the District of Columbia, a career member Asa Hutchinson, of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Coun- of Arkansas, to be Administrator of Drug En- selor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and forcement, vice Donnie R. Marshall, re- Plenipotentiary of the United States of signed. America to the Republic of Lebanon.

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Richard J. Egan, Released June 13 of Massachusetts, to be Ambassador Extraor- dinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- States of America to Ireland. retary Ari Fleischer Transcript of a press briefing by U.S. Trade Clark Kent Ervin, Representative Robert B. Zoellick on the Eu- of Texas, to be Inspector General, Depart- ropean Union-U.S. Summit ment of State, vice Jacquelyn L. Williams- Bridgers, resigned. Released June 14 Russell F. Freeman, of North Dakota, to be Ambassador Extraor- Transcript of a press gaggle by Press Sec- dinary and Plenipotentiary of the United retary Ari Fleischer States of America to Belize. Fact sheet: U.S.-EU Cooperation in North- ern Europe John W. Keys III, of Utah, to be Commissioner of Reclamation, Fact sheet: U.S. and EU Assistance to South- vice Eluid Levi Martinez, resigned. east Europe Daniel C. Kurtzer, Fact sheet: The European Union of Maryland, a career member of the Senior Fact sheet: Transatlantic Business Dialogue Foreign Service, class of Career Minister, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni- Fact sheet: Defense Trade Security Initiative potentiary of the United States of America Extended to Sweden to Israel. Frances P. Maniella, Released June 15 of Florida, to be Director of the National Transcript of a press briefing by National Se- Park Service, vice Robert G. Stanton, re- curity Adviser Condoleezza Rice on the signed. President’s visit to Poland Transcript of a press briefing by Education Secretary Roderick R. Paige and Domestic Policy Adviser Margaret LaMontagne on Checklist education reform legislation of White House Press Releases Statement by the Press Secretary announcing the President’s support for the transfer of a The following list contains releases of the Office second Perry-class frigate to the Government of the Press Secretary that are neither printed as of Poland items nor covered by entries in the Digest of Other White House Announcements. Statement by the Press Secretary announcing an additional $20 million transfer from the Released June 9 Polish American Enterprise Fund to the Pol- ish-American Freedom Foundation Statement by the Press Secretary on disaster assistance to Texas Statement by the Press Secretary: U.S. and Poland Sign Open Skies Agreement Released June 11 Statement by the Press Secretary on the Statement by the Press Secretary: Meeting President’s upcoming visit to Genoa, Italy With Prime Minister Goh of Singapore Fact sheet: Poland: Second Frigate Statement by the Press Secretary: Visit by Prime Minister Howard of Australia Fact sheet: Polish American Freedom Foun- dation Statement by the Press Secretary on disaster assistance to Louisiana Fact sheet: Poland: Open Skies

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NOTE: No acts approved by the President were Acts Approved received by the Office of the Federal Register by the President during the period covered by this issue.

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