    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [November 18, 2006]
    [Pages 2101-2102]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan and President Roh Moo-hyun of South Korea in Hanoi
    November 18, 2006

         I want to thank the leaders of two of America's strongest allies,
    the President of South Korea and the Prime Minister of Japan, for
    joining in this trilateral discussion. It is an important dialog between
    three democracies, all of which are committed to peace and security. I
    look forward to discussing a wide range of issues with these two
    leaders. There is no doubt, when we work together, we can bring peace
    and stability and prosperity for our peoples.
         And so I want to thank you all very much for joining. I appreciate
    your time, and I'm looking forward to our dialog. Thank you.

    Note: The President spoke at 1:02 p.m. at the Sheraton Hanoi.

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