[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 40, Number 39 (Monday, September 27, 2004)]
[Pages 2104-2105]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Joint Statement Between the United States of America and the Islamic 
Republic of Pakistan

September 22, 2004

    President George W. Bush and President Pervez Musharraf met in New 
York on September 22, and reaffirmed their commitment to broaden and 
strengthen the U.S.-Pakistan relationship in keeping with the vision 
agreed to in their meeting at Camp David in June last year.
    The two Presidents reviewed progress in the global war on terror, 
and pledged to continue working together, ensuring that the appropriate 
resources are available. President Bush expressed appreciation for 
Pakistan's efforts in this area. They also welcomed the progress of the 
Joint Working Group on Terrorism and Law Enforcement and agreed to 
further strengthen bilateral cooperation in this regard.
    President Musharraf highlighted the need for addressing the 
underlying causes that have given rise to disaffection and frustration 
in the Islamic world. In this connection, he recalled his concept of 
Enlightened Moderation which envisages cooperation of the United States 
and other leading world powers in finding solutions to long standing 
issues that affect the Muslim world.
    The two leaders also noted their cooperation to stop the 
proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and committed to sustain 
full efforts towards this end.
    The two leaders discussed the importance of building security and 
prosperity in the region. They noted the urgency of maintaining a safe 
environment for fair elections in Afghanistan and President Bush thanked 
President Musharraf for his efforts in support of out-of-country voting 
in Pakistan.

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    President Bush noted the significant economic progress that Pakistan 
has made in recent years, and reaffirmed U.S. support for Pakistan's 
efforts to sustain reform and growth. He reiterated the U.S. 
Administration pledge of $3 billion over five years to help in important 
areas such as security and the social sector. President Musharraf 
expressed appreciation for US support to Pakistan's social sector, 
economic development and poverty reduction programs.
    They reiterated their commitment to further expand bilateral trade 
and investment.
    President Musharraf reiterated his commitment to democracy and his 
intent to strengthen the country's democratic institutions and bring 
sustainable democracy to Pakistan.
    Taking note of the rich agenda for cooperation, President Bush once 
again emphasized the long-term U.S. commitment to Pakistan and to the 
region. President Musharraf expressed appreciation for the close 
collaboration between the two countries. Both Presidents agreed to 
further expand and deepen bilateral relations to the mutual benefit of 
the two countries.

Note: An original was not available for verification of the content of 
this joint statement.