I've instructed all the officials, both military and civilian, in this Canal Zone to contact me directly to alleviate any concerns.

As we move toward a time of increased friendship, equality, and partnership, many people in the United States have taken the time and effort to learn more about Panama.

And my strongest feeling at this moment is to express my appreciation to those of Panama and to those of our own country and to those who helped them.

We have shown that even great changes in international relations can be accomplished through putting these principles to work.

I want to dramatize my appreciation for this great achievement—a firmer, more productive friendship between the United States of America and the Republic of Panama and, more broadly, a gain for the cause of peace and cooperation among all…

There will be no bloodshed, no bitterness, no instant when the path between the Earth's two great oceans will be closed.

It is a great day for the people of Panama and the people of the United States.

Let us resolve anew to settle the remaining territorial disputes in our hemisphere through peaceful negotiation.

Signing of H.R. 11657.

I have looked forward to this trip for a long time.

Both sides were determined to build a new relationship of mutual respect, fairness, and equity.

I believe that the agreement which has now been reached between Panama and the United States of America has established a degree of momentum that will lead to even greater cooperation and friendship in the years to come.

I don't come to you as a stranger, but as a friend and partner.

First of all, let me say that this has been a wonderful experience for all of us from the United States to come here and be received with such great hospitality by President Lakas and by General Torrijos.

Justice is the foundation of a fair and equitable society.

Today's action by the Senate Banking Committee represents an historic juncture along New York City's path to economic recovery and financing self-sufficiency.

Today's vote reflects national support for the city and the commitment of the Banking Committee to approve a responsible and permanent solution to the city's problem.

We reaffirm the inalienable right of the peoples of Zimbabwe and Namibia to sovereignty and independent development.