In a video teleconference between the White House and Baghdad, President George W. Bush talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006.
We were pleased to continue our consultations today. Via secure video, we discussed a range of issues of great importance to our common mission in Iraq, including the development of Iraqi security forces, efforts to promote reconciliation among all Iraqis, and the International Compact for Iraq and the economic reforms associated with it. As leaders of two great countries, we are committed to the security and prosperity of a democratic Iraq and the global fight against terrorism which affects all our citizens.Joint Statement by the President of the United States and the Prime Minister of Iraq