George W. Bush
President, United States
Japanese Prime Minister Koizumi visited U.S. President George W. Bush at the President’s ranch in Crawford, Texas, on May 23, 2003. The following is excerpted from remarks President Bush made to the press following their meeting. I’m honored to welcome my very good friend, the Prime Minister of Japan, to Crawford. He was a gracious host when I visited Japan, and [First Lady] Laura [Bush] and I are pleased to return the hospitality.We have met nine times during my presidency. I know the Prime Minister well. I trust his judgment. I deeply respect his leadership. Our meeting today affirms the…
