    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
    [April 1, 2007]
    [Pages 374-375]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Notice of Intention To
    Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Korea
    April 1, 2007

    Dear Madam Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:)
        Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002,
    (Public Law 107-210; the ``Trade Act''), I am pleased to notify the
    Congress of my intention to enter into a free trade agreement with the
    Republic of Korea.
        The United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement (the ``Agreement'')
    will generate export opportunities for U.S. farmers, ranchers,
    manufacturers, and service suppliers, promote economic growth and the
    creation of better paying jobs in the United States, and help American
    consumers save money while offering them greater choices. The Agreement
    will also further enhance the strong United States-Korea partnership,
    which has served as a force for stability and prosperity in Asia.
        Consistent with the Trade Act, I am sending this notification at
    least 90 days in advance of signing the Agreement. My Administration
    looks forward to working with the Congress in developing appropriate
    legislation to approve and implement this Agreement.

    [[Page 375]]

             Sincerely,

                                                              George W. Bush

    Note: Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House
    of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. This
    letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 2. The
    notice of April 1 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.