The United States was prepared to embark on a long-term process of cooperation with ASEAN.

I expressed admiration for ASEAN economic progress.

Farmers don't want a handout.

I believe the activities of the National Science Foundation reviewed in this Annual Report represent funds well spent in the public interest.

Many of the issues facing our Nation today, in areas such as energy, the economy, and the environment, require special knowledge and detailed information.

This bill, the Agricultural Credit Assistance Act of 1978, meets that other need.

The United States fully supports ASEAN efforts to encourage economic, social, and cultural cooperation among its members and to promote peace and stability in Southeast Asia.

The Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 represents the most comprehensive and far-reaching farm and rural credit bill since the enactment of the Bankhead-Jones Act some 40 years ago.

I am particularly proud of the spirit of cooperation between the Congress and the administration in the evolution of this bill.

The United States will respond to ASEAN's own regional priorities and programs.

This is very good legislation.

Advances in the sciences enhance our understanding of ourselves and the world about us.

Building a healthy world economy will be a long process involving many countries.

Today's decision by the House is a crucial step toward strengthening the vital southern flank of NATO.

I will nominate Karl Bowers, of Estill, S.C., to be Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration.

I welcome today's vote in the House of Representatives which clears the way for a speedy end to the arms embargo on Turkey.

Both Greece and Turkey are valued and respected allies of the United States.

Leadership is about making decisions that are guided by principle and integrity.