    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book II)]
    [October 21, 2003]
    [Page 1366]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong of Singapore in Singapore
    October 21, 2003

        Mr. Prime Minister, thanks. It's so gracious of you to host us, and
    it's a chance for me to say to the Singapore people how much we
    appreciate our friendship. And I appreciate our personal relationship,
    Mr. Prime Minister.

        The Prime Minister is a wise man. He understands Southeast Asia very
    well. And a lot of our discussion was about how we continue to foster
    our agenda, which is one of peace and freedom as well as prosperity
    through trade.
        I appreciate your good advice, and I want to thank you for your warm
    hospitality. It's a magnificent country you have here. We're honored to
    be here. Thank you again.

    Note: The President spoke at 8:55 p.m. at the Istana. A tape was not
    available for verification of the content of these remarks.