For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 24, 2005

President to Welcome Australian Prime Minister Howard to the White House

President Bush will welcome Prime Minister John Howard to the White House on July 19th. A critical ally and partner, Australia continues to work with the United States to combat terrorism, stop the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and promote peace and freedom. President Bush looks forward to discussing with Prime Minister Howard important regional and international issues and ways to further deepen and broaden bilateral relations between the United States and Australia.

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