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  Jimmy Carter: Visit of Prime Minister Fukuda of Japan United States-Japan Joint Communiqué Issued at the ...
The President and the Prime Minister noted with satisfaction that the friendly and cooperative relations between the United States and Japan have continued to expand throughout diverse areas in the lives of the two peoples--not only in economic and political interchange, but in such varied fields as science and technology, medicine, education and culture.
Minister reviewed the current international situation, and reaffirmed their recognition that the maintenance of a durable peace in the Asian-Pacific region is necessary for world peace and security.
The Prime Minister stated that for Japan, a party to the Non-Proliferation Treaty and a highly industrialized state heavily dependent on imported energy resources, it is essential to progress toward implementation of its program for the development and utilization of nuclear energy.
www.presidency.ucsb.edu /ws/print.php?pid=7217   (1465 words)

  
  Prime Minister of the United States - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The nickname of "Prime Minister" is thus sometimes used by pundits, political insiders, or journalists as a critical, satirical, or observational title, and not an attempt at a formal government definition.
The Speaker of the United States House of Representatives - The Speaker of the House is ceremonially the highest ranking legislative official elected directly by members of Congress.
During the 19th century, the United States Secretary of State, as the highest ranking member of the Cabinet, was occasionally called the "Prime Minister", especially by Europeans.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prime_minister_of_the_United_States   (1051 words)

  
 Prime minister - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Prime Minister is often, but not always, a member of parliament and is expected with other ministers to ensure the passage of bills through the legislature.
While the modern office of Prime Minister was developed in the UK the first actual usage of the word Prime Minister or Premier Ministre was used by Cardinal Richelieu, when, in 1624 he was named to head the royal council as prime minister of France.
Contrary to popular and journalistic belief, most prime ministers in parliamentary systems are not appointed for a specific term of office and in effect may remain in power through a number of elections and parliaments.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prime_minister   (3091 words)

  
 Prime Minister of the United States - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
There is no Prime Minister of the United States, but the term "Prime Minister" has sometimes been applied, either as a pejorative term, a bon mot, or through ignorance, to an official within the government of the United States.
People accustomed to parliamentary systems where the duties of the head of state and head of government are separated sometimes fail to realize that the President of the United States performs both these functions.
Often the title of "US Prime Minister" is used to allude a sort of 18th century grand vizier-type Prime Minister, that is to say one who is a power behind the throne or influential advisor, as opposed to a modern-style elected Prime Minister in a parliamentary government.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prime_Minister_of_the_United_States   (1043 words)

  
 Prime Minister of the United States
There is no Prime Minister of the United States, but nonetheless, the term "Prime Minister" has sometimes been applied, either as a pejorative term, a bon mot or through ignorance, to an official within the government of the United States.
The soubriquet "Prime Minister" has in some instances been applied to American political officials who appear to be exercising substantial executive power.
Often the title of US Prime Minister is used to allude a sort of 18th century grand vizier type Prime Minister, that is to say one who is a power behind the throne or influencial advisor, as opposed to a modern-style elected Prime Minister in a parliamentary government.
pedia.newsfilter.co.uk /wikipedia/p/pr/prime_minister_of_the_united_states.html   (827 words)

  
 Prime Minister of the United States   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
There is no Prime Minister of the United States, but nonetheless, the term "Prime Minister" has sometimesbeen applied, either as a pejorative term, a bon mot or throughignorance, to an official within the government of the United States.
The nickname of "Prime Minister" is thus sometimes used by pundits, political insiders, or journalists as a critical,satirical, or observational title, and not an attempt at a formal government definition.
Often the title of US Prime Minister isused to allude a sort of 18th century grand vizer type Prime Minister, that is to say one who is a power behind the throne or influencial advisor, as opposed to a modern-style elected Prime Ministerin a parliamentary government.
www.therfcc.org /prime-minister-of-the-united-states-93130.html   (833 words)

  
 Joint statement by president George W. Bush and Prime Minister
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Bush today declare their resolve to transform the relationship between their countries and establish a global partnership.
The Prime Minister conveyed that for his part, India would reciprocally agree that it would be ready to assume the same responsibilities and practices and acquire the same benefits and advantages as other leading countries with advanced nuclear technology, such as the United States.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh thanks President Bush for the warmth of his reception and the generosity of his hospitality.
www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1G1-135968269.html   (1546 words)

  
 Press Conference With Interim Prime Minister Gerard Latortue
And as he is now leaving his position as Secretary of State, I am sure that he will continue to be interested in Haiti because the first time that he came here during the crisis with the military government, he was not a secretary of state, and even then he was very interested in Haiti.
And the prime minister and I discussed what his government has to do to make sure that the government is ready to use these funds in the most effective manner.
Prime Minister I say to you once again that the United States remains committed to your efforts, remains committed to your government, we will do everything we can to … path ahead.
www.state.gov /secretary/former/powell/remarks/39526.htm   (1677 words)

  
 Minutes of the meeting between Truman and Pleven, 1951
Prime Minister Pleven expressed his appreciation of the welcome he had received in Washington and thanked the President for his kindness in agreeing to talk with him.
The Prime Minister then asked when it would be possible to deliver arms for these soldiers and requested additional funds to pay for their equipment and maintenance.
Prime Minister Pleven said that he was making this request because the French must be certain about their source of supplies for the next year or two or else they might be obligated to alter their present strategy.
www.mtholyoke.edu /acad/intrel/trumplev.htm   (3511 words)

  
 Turkish prime minister says U.S. not helping Turkey counter Kurdish rebels
ANKARA, Turkey,-- The Turkish prime minister accused the United States on Wednesday of not living up to a pledge to help counter autonomy-seeking Kurdish rebels, despite the appointment of a special envoy to address the threat guerrillas pose to Turkey, a news report said.
Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said no action had been taken to expel the Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, from its bases in northern Iraq or to cut off financial support to the rebel group, CNN-Turk television reported.
The United States, under increasing pressure from Turkey, in August appointed retired Gen. Joseph Ralston, a former NATO supreme allied commander, as its special envoy for countering the PKK.
www.ekurd.net /mismas/articles/misc2007/1/turkeykurdistan1010.htm   (567 words)

  
 96/01/10 Press Conference (with Israeli Prime Minister Peres)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
As the Prime Minister said, when I was here in December, we have a new beginning and certainly the conference at the Wye Center was a reflection of the fact that we have entered a new stage in the negotiations, and as the Prime Minister has said, a successful effort in that regard.
Prime Minister, do you hope at the end of Secretary Christopher's shuttle from Damascus that he will come back with an agreement for talks to move to the Foreign Minister level between Foreign Minister Barak and Foreign Minister Shar'a, particularly since Foreign Minister Barak is going to be in Washington the week of the 21st.
PRIME MINISTER PERES: Well, I don't think that we can schedule all the shuttling in between our two countries because it depends very much upon the nature of the replies or the nature of the problems that may be arised (sic) in those meetings.
dosfan.lib.uic.edu /erc/briefing/dossec/1996/9601/960110dossec.html   (2078 words)

  
 MOFA: Press Conference by the Press Secretary 23 February 1996
A: Both the United States and Japan in the past repeatedly said that the Japan-United States bilateral relationship is the most important bilateral relationship in the world.
Prime Minister Hashimoto, before he became the Prime Minister, stressed that the Japan-United States relationship is the most important factor in Japanese diplomacy.
The United States is basically responsible for the supply of crude oil to North Korea, according to the basic understanding between the United States and North Korea.
www.mofa.go.jp /announce/press/1996/2/223.html   (3663 words)

  
 Joint Statement between the United States of America and the Kingdom of Thailand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra met on June 10, 2003 to reaffirm the strength and importance of the alliance between the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand, built upon 170 years of close and warm relationship between both the two nations.
Noting that a democratic and prosperous Burma is important to the stability and prosperity of Southeast Asia, President Bush and Prime Minister Thaksin called for an immediate substantive political dialogue between Rangoon and all domestic political elements, consistent with the regime's stated commitment to a peaceful transition to democracy.
Prime Minister Thaksin informed the President about his goals for the Asian Cooperative Dialogue (ACD), noting his hope that it would help strengthen regional cooperation across a range of fields.
bangkok.usembassy.gov /relation/rel061003.htm   (1244 words)

  
 Disarmament Documentation: 'The world appeared... to split into two parts', Prime Minister Tony Blair's monthly press ...
Prime Minister: Well, on the independent verification as I have been saying recently we need to discuss this with the UN and amongst the allies, but I have got no doubt at all that we need some process of independent verification.
Prime Minister: Yes, that was the justification that Iraq had to be disarmed and I always made it clear that the concept of regime change in a sense followed on from that.
Prime Minister: They will take place in formal discussions in the G8, but I think it is more informally as well and we need just to debate that within Europe and across the Atlantic too.
www.acronym.org.uk /docs/0304/doc15.htm   (1508 words)

  
 Prime Minister of the United States
There is no Prime Minister of the United States, and there is no one for whom the term might be accurately used.
Nonetheless, the term "Prime Minister" has sometimes been applied, either as a pejorative term, a bon mot or through ignorance, to an official within the government of the United States.
The nickname of "Prime Minister" is sometimes used by pundits, political insiders, or journalists as a critical, satirtical, or observational title, and not an attempt at a formal government definition.
www.fact-index.com /p/pr/prime_minister_of_the_united_states.html   (800 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Vietnamese prime minister to visit United States   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam's prime minister announced on Thursday that he plans to become the communist country's highest-ranking leader to visit the United States since the Vietnam War ended 30 years ago.
The government also has a president and prime minister who are both members of the elite Politburo, which decides all of the major policies for the country.
The prime minister acts primarily as the country's chief officer, carrying out orders passed down by the Politburo.
www.usatoday.com /news/world/2005-05-05-vietnam-us_x.htm   (751 words)

  
 Prime Minister's address to the nation on terrorist attacks on the United States - September 14, 2001
Prime Minister's address to the nation on terrorist attacks on the United States - September 14, 2001
That is why the United States and India have begun to deepen their cooperation for combating terrorism.
These were our children, who were using their genius to unite India and the United States in a common quest for a strong and peaceful future.
www.indianembassy.org /special/cabinet/Primeminister/pm_september_14_2001.htm   (1306 words)

  
 Prime Minister Visits the United States and the Middle East (the United States) (What's up around the Prime Minister)
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited the State of Kuwait, the third country on the tour of the Middle East.
At the meetings, Prime Minister Abe expressed his appreciation for the cooperation extended by Kuwait to Japan's Air Self-Defense Force (ASDF) units in their airlift support missions.
Afterwards, Prime Minister Abe left for Doha, the State of Qatar, the next country to be visited on the tour.
www.kantei.go.jp /foreign/abephoto/2007/04/30kuw_e.html   (376 words)

  
 Prime Minister's speech to the United States Congress
Prime Minister's speech to the United States Congress
It is the reaction it seeks to provoke: economic collapse; the backlash; the hatred; the division; the elimination of tolerance; until societies cease to reconcile their differences but become defined by them.
Here it is that the extremist is able to confuse in the mind of a frighteningly large number of people, the case for a Palestinian state and the destruction of Israel; and to translate this moreover into a battle between East and West; Muslim, Jew and Christian.
www.travelbrochuregraphics.com /extra/prime_minister_speech.htm   (2746 words)

  
 Statement by Minister for Foreign Affairs on Iraq
In their statement of 14 October last, the Taoiseach and Prime Minister recognised this mutual deficit of confidence could only be addressed by substantially advancing the transition to exclusively peaceful and democratic means and, at the same time, ensuring the operation of stable and inclusive political institutions.
Quantum leaps were required or, in the words of Prime Minister Blair, acts of completion that brought closure to all outstanding commitments under the Agreement.
As the Taoiseach and the Prime Minister said on 14th October, the Agreement remains the template for political progress and is the only sustainable basis for a fair and honourable accommodation between unionists and nationalists, loyalists and republicans.
www.irelandemb.org /press/234.html   (1781 words)

  
 Iraq invasion 'shattered world's confidence in sovereignty' - After Saddam - www.smh.com.au
Malaysia's prime minister criticised the United States ahead of his scheduled visit to Washington, saying the invasion of Iraq "shattered the confidence" of the world by showing that no country's sovereignty was safe from the most powerful nation.
Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi also said military force had proved inadequate in destroying terrorist networks, and instead may be fuelling their growth.
Abdullah said the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the United States showed that groups and individuals could gain destructive capabilities previously restricted to governments, and described the empowerment of terrorists through modern technology and communications as "without doubt an unanticipated byproduct of globalisation".
www.smh.com.au /articles/2004/07/06/1089000158607.html   (549 words)

  
 Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher of the United Kingdom
Prime Minister Thatcher and I agree that it's absolutely necessary to continue NATO's INF deployments on schedule, in accord with the alliance's 1979 decision.
Prime Minister Thatcher and I also discussed the current situation in the Middle East and agreed on the need for parties in that region to take concrete steps toward peace.
We discussed the situation in Northern Ireland, and I told the Prime Minister that the United States applauds the continuation of her dialog with Irish Prime Minister FitzGerald and assured her of our support of all those working for peaceful solutions and reconciliation.
www.reagan.utexas.edu /archives/speeches/1985/22085c.htm   (1015 words)

  
 SHAPE News Morning Update -
Denmark’s prime minister said Tuesday that Europe and America must unite forces against countries with weapons of mass destruction and the United Nations must “live up to its responsibility” to stop them from spreading.
Prime Minister Fogh Rasmussen, whose country holds the rotating EU presidency, pointed to attempts by the U.S. administration to persuade the UN to approve resolutions authorizing the use of military force to oust Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein.
The United States said on Tuesday a EU decision to let member states exempt Americans on their soil from prosecution by a new international court was “positive and constructive” but argued that its allies had not gone far enough.
www.nato.int /shape/news/2002/10/n021002.htm   (437 words)

  
 Public Address | Great New Zealand Argument
The 1984 snap election that made Lange Prime Minister was called by Robert Muldoon when National MP Marilyn Waring withdrew her support for her party over the issue of nuclear ship visits.
A quote in Time magazine last year, an assertion by the President of the United States that nuclear weapons were immoral; his avowal reiterated in January this year in a statement over the space initiative known as SDI.
The President of the United States speaks in terms of the elimination of nuclear weapons.
www.publicaddress.net /default,1578.sm   (2699 words)

  
 Saudi Arabia - Japan - Prime Minister Abe - King Abdullah
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe arrived in Saudi Arabia for meetings with King Abdullah and senior officials Saturday fresh from his first visit as Prime Minister to the United States.
RIYADH, 29 April 2007 — Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe proposed yesterday to forge a “multilayered relationship” beyond oil with the Middle East, hoping to herald a new era of ties between Tokyo and the region.
The prime minister said that he wanted to establish “a new era of relations between Japan and the Middle East” in which strategic relations between Japan and the Kingdom would include cooperation in combating terrorism, discussions on developments in the region, and cooperation on the humanitarian front.
www.saudi-us-relations.org /articles/2007/ioi/070429-abe-visit.html   (1185 words)

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