This joint undertaking will be the largest single private energy project in history.

This agreement serves the mutual interest of both countries and the national interest of each.

We reemphasized our appreciation to the people of Ecuador for supplying oil to our country during the 1973 embargo.

There has never been a larger project in the history of the world.

It tests the character and the will of the American people to do what's fair, what's right, what's decent.

The project will benefit Canada by facilitating development of its own gas reserves, particularly in the frontier region to the Mackenzie Delta area.

We had a very thorough discussion about matters that are of mutual importance to us.

We cooperate on the sugar agreement.

We have an extremely good relationship with the Dominican Republic.

We have decided to embark together on this historic project which holds the promise of great benefits to both countries.

I think my own position would be enhanced if the treaty is ratified.

I think, though, that if I continue to make a judgment on each individual decision that confronts me on the basis of its merits, that ultimately I'll survive and will retain an adequate support from our people.

I hope the U.S. Congress will approve this critical energy project before the close of the session.

I don't, obviously, predict war.

One of the most difficult threats to peace in our entire hemisphere has been the breakdown in relations between El Salvador and Honduras.

In my judgment, Bert Lance ought to have a chance for a hearing without delay, comprehensive in nature, with every allegation and fact produced for the American people to know.

Many of you seated at this table have made known for years your own strong feelings about the Panama Canal Treaty of 1903.

I believe that we'll always look back upon this event as the first step toward even greater progress and greater friendship.