    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [January 29, 2003]
    [Page 97]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Reelection of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel
    January 29, 2003

        I congratulate Prime Minister Ariel Sharon
    on his victory in Israel's elections yesterday. The friendship between
    the United States and Israel, and our commitment to Israel's security,
    remain firm. I look forward to continuing to work with Prime Minister
    Sharon and his new government in the search for peace and security for
    all Israelis and all Palestinians.