President George W. Bush and Mali President Amadou Touré meet in the Oval Office Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, at the White House. Said President Bush upon welcoming his fellow leader, "I was touched by the President's concern about the life of the average citizen in Mali... This is a country that's committed to the rights of its people, and we're proud to be standing side-by-side with you." White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush attends the National Security Advisor's meeting with the Helping to Enhance the Livelihood of People around the Globe (H.E.L.P.) Commission Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. The H.E.L.P. Commission reviews foreign assistance and provides recommendations to the President and Congress. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian