Posted on 07/18/2005 3:26:51 PM PDT by snugs
President Bush welcomes Indian Prime Minister Manmohan to the White House. There is an official arrival ceremony, later they hold talks in the Oval Office and give joint press availability. They then met with US India chief executive officer forum members in the Blue Room. They are due to dine together this evening
On Saturday Vice President Dick Cheney completed his annual physical at which it was discovered that he has a mild case of esophagitis and some small dilation of the arteries behind both knees.
Australian Prime Minister John Howard is currently on a visit to Washington he attended church with the President and their wives on Sunday he later had lunch with Vice President Dick Cheney. Today he met with Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and is due to met with the President tomorrow.
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
QUOTE OF THE DAY –
President, Prime Minister of India Discuss Freedom and Democracy
The East Room
PRESIDENT BUSH: Thank you. I'm proud to stand here today with Prime Minister Singh, the leader of one of the world's great democracies. Mr. Prime Minister, welcome to America. I applaud your vision and I applaud your leadership. Laura and I are honored to welcome you and Mrs. Kaur to the White House.
We just had a great discussion, a very frank and open discussion. And tonight we look forward to welcoming you for a little family dinner.
India and the United States share a commitment to freedom and a belief that democracy provides the best path to a more hopeful future for all people. We also believe that the spread of liberty is the best alternative to hatred and violence. Because of our shared values, the relationship between our two countries has never been stronger. We're working together to make our nations more secure, deliver a better life to our citizens and advance the cause of peace and freedom throughout the world.
The governments of India and the United States are working together to safeguard our people. We are charting new steps in our defense relationship through the recently signed new framework that will help our two nations work toward common security objectives. We're working together on counterterrorism to help protect our people and make the world a safer place. We're also committed to increasing the prosperity of the people of India and America alike. Today, we announced the completion of the next steps in strategic partnership. Completing this partnership will help us further enhance our cooperation in the areas of civil nuclear, civil space and high technology commerce.
Last month, we launched a reinvigorated U.S.-India economic dialogue to focus high-level attention on trade, finance, investment and the environment. Prime Minister Singh and I are about to meet with business leaders from both our nations who have joined us here today for the inaugural meeting of the CEO Forum. The expertise of these private sector leaders will help our two governments build trade and increase investment for the good of our peoples. Cleaner energy resources, including nuclear power, are vital for the future of both our economies. We have begun a bilateral energy dialogue to find ways to work together in this important area. Our two nations also have a common interest in bettering the lives of people around the world. We are launching a disaster response initiative to better respond to future disasters, just not in Asia, but around the world.
I appreciate Prime Minister Singh's leadership. He's a man who's committed to peace and liberty. I look forward to working with you, Prime Minister. I thank you for coming
PHOTO OF THE DAY
India's Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is accompanied by U.S. Department of State Chief of Protocal Ambassador Donald Ensenat, Monday, July 18, 2005, as Singh signs the guest book upon his arrival to the Whiite House
hi
Dose going up please wait to post or re-post photos or graphics until the all clear is given
Darn---I see you got it!
I just got a ribbon last week, so I almost felt guilty by getting in so early!!!
Thanks snugs:)
Top ten!
I did too...twice in a week...broadband sure has paid off...LOL
Laura Bush, Australian Prime Minister John Howard, President Bush and Howard's wife Janette smile after they attending Sunday services at St. John's Church in Washington Sunday, July 17 200
Oh, an early one! Thanx
Congratulations number 1
Darn!
Hi everyone! I need a Dose of sanity today. Thank you snugs!
Good evening. How are you and how is your dad?
President George W. Bush and Laura Bush are seen waiting below, Monday, July 18, 2005 at the White House, as trumpeters signal the official arrival of India Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh
Playing of the national anthems
President George W. Bush reviews an honor guard with India's Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh
President George W. Bush reviews an honor guard with India's Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh
Hi jonny...did you watch the Duke last night?...
Good evening Jonny
Looks like the VP's checkup went well -- BIG TIME!
Thanks snugs, I've been hanging around waiting today (and I still didn't get here first, drat!).
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