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November 29, 2006 | Last Updated 8:03 p.m. (EST)
 
President Bush Discusses NATO Alliance During Visit to Latvia
President George W. Bush delivers remarks Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006, at Latvia University in Riga, Latvia. The President thanked the people of Latvia for accommodating the world leaders to the NATO summit and thanked President Vike-Freiberga and her government for a "spectacular job." White House photo by Paul MorsePresident Bush on Tuesday said, "Each of the Baltic countries is meeting its obligations to strengthen NATO by bringing new energy and vitality and clarity of purpose to the Alliance. Your love of liberty has made NATO stronger -- and with your help, our Alliance is rising to meet the great challenges and responsibilities of this young century, by making NATO the world's most effective united force for freedom. ... We thank the people of Latvia for your contributions to NATO, and for the powerful example you set for liberty. ... America is proud to call you friends and allies in the cause of peace and freedom." full story
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President Bush Meets with President Vike-Freiberga of Latvia
President Bush on Tuesday said, "Madam President, thanks for inviting me back to Riga. Our experience was so good the first time that we couldn't wait to get back. I want to congratulate you on hosting this very important NATO summit. You and your government have done a spectacular job, and I want to thank the people of Riga for accommodating all the world leaders who have come to this important meeting." full story
Fact sheet In Focus: Global Diplomacy

President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Ilves of Estonia
President George W. Bush smiles as he joins President Toomas Hendrik Ilves of Estonia, at the National Bank of Estonia in Tallinn Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006, for a joint press availability. President Bush told his counterpart, "I'm proud to be the first sitting American President to visit Estonia." White House photo by Paul MorsePresident Bush on Tuesday said, "Estonia is a strong ally in this war on terror. I appreciate so very much the President's understanding of the need to resist tyranny. Of all the people in the world who understand what tyranny can do it's the Estonian people. I appreciate very much the fact that Estonia is helping others resist tyranny and realize their dreams of living in a free society." full story
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President Bush Exchanges Toasts with President Ilves of Estonia
President Bush on Tuesday said, "I'm really thrilled to be here in Estonia. I love being in a country that values liberty and freedom. ... All in all, this has been a very worthwhile and exciting visit for me, and I thank you for your warm hospitality. And I'd like to raise my glass to the leadership of this important country, to our friendship, and most importantly, to the people of Estonia." full story
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President Bush Greets Democracy Promoters in Estonia
President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's an amazing country you have here. They've got an e-government system that should be the envy of a lot of nations. They've got a tax system that is transparent, open and simple; people file their taxes over the Internet. ... You're doing a fine job, Mr. Prime Minister." full story
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NATO heads of state and government are seated during opening remarks Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006, during the 2006 NATO Summit at the Olympic Sports Center in Riga, Latvia. White House photo by Paul Morse NATO heads of state and government are seated during opening remarks Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006, during the 2006 NATO Summit at the Olympic Sports Center in Riga, Latvia. White House photo by Paul Morse

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President Visits Jordan
On November 29th and 30th, President Bush travels to Amman, Jordan to meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki to reiterate their common commitment to building the foundations of a peaceful, democratic, secure, and unified Iraq, and to strengthen the partnership between our two nations.		 Global Diplomacy
Ask the White House
Ambassador Mark R. Dybul, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator, will host "Ask the White House" to discuss World AIDS Day on Friday, December 1st at 3 PM ET. Submit a question. Ambassador Mark R. Dybul
The Economy
Strong U.S. Economy
 Economic growth continues with 92,000 new jobs created in October. There have been over 6.8 million new jobs created since August of 2003, and the unemployment rate decreased to 4.4 percent, the lowest rate since May 2001. Learn more about the President's pro-growth policies. 		President George W. Bush
National Security
Global War on Terror
 President Bush's top priority is the safety and security of the American people. Though America and its allies are safer since 9/11, we are not yet safe. We have important challenges ahead as we wage a long-term battle not just against terrorists, but against the ideology that supports their agenda. 		National Security
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