    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
    [June 25, 2007]
    [Page 805]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Approval of Robert B. Zoellick as President of the World Bank
    June 25, 2007

        I welcome the action by the Executive Board of the World Bank to
    unanimously approve Robert Zoellick as President of the World Bank. Bob
    Zoellick is a dynamic leader who is deeply committed to the mission of
    the World Bank in helping struggling nations to defeat poverty, grow
    their economies, strengthen transparency and accountability in
    governance, and offer their people the prospect of a better life. The
    United States looks forward to continuing our close partnership with the
    World Bank to achieve these shared goals.