I am dedicated to strengthened ties with Greece, an old and important ally.

I will nominate William H. Gleysteen, Jr., of Jenkintown, Pa., to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the Republic of Korea.

The Alliance is obviously one of unity.

We believe that the most fruitful step toward general disarmament is an acknowledged strength among the NATO Allies.

President Carter praised the positive role that Portugal has played in its relations with several African states.

The vital importance of maintaining peace in the Eastern Mediterranean is essential.

The most vivid impression that I have is one of a well-acknowledged common purpose.

We are determined to make a major effort to prevent any action which would disturb peace in the area.

I feel much better about what NATO is, what it can be.

Disputes which exist in the area must be settled through peaceful procedures.

It was a productive and constructive meeting, which will only result in an enhanced possibility for peace in the European theater.

The resilience with which Italian democratic institutions withstood the terrorist attack is commendable.

Portugal can count on continued United States understanding and support.

The task is not easy—the way to liberty has never been—but our nations preeminently comprise the region of the world where freedom finds its most hospitable environment.

I welcome the efforts of individual NATO Allies to work for peace in Africa and to support nations and people in need.

I am pleased to sign into law a bill which, in a unique way, will keep alive the courageous vision of Hubert Humphrey.

The challenges we face as allies do not end here.

We know what can be the price of preserving precious ideals.