    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book II)]
    [September 23, 2003]
    [Page 1194]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks Prior to Discussions With President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain in New York City
    September 23, 2003

        President Bush. It's my honor to visit again with my very close
    friend, a great friend of our country, Jose Maria Aznar. Jose Maria is a
    very strong leader who's got a vision that's based upon the principles
    of human dignity and freedom.
        And we'll spend time talking about Iraq. We're both convinced and
    strongly believe that our goals in Iraq are the right goals, and we'll
    accomplished the goals.
        He's a steadfast friend, and I'm so proud to be with you again.

    [At this point, President Aznar spoke in Spanish, and no translation was
    provided.]

        President Bush. Thank you, sir.

    Note: The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. at the U.S. Mission to the
    United Nations. A tape was not available for verification of the content
    of these remarks.