This will be seen as an enormous move forward towards the relaxation of tension and towards the friendship that we feel for each other.

The United States will work to carry forward the promise of Rio because as important as the road to Rio has been, what matters more is the road from Rio.

It expressed, I think, a genuine friendship between Panama and the United States.

We seek a world where differences are solved peacefully, where the force of law really outlasts the use of force.

I am extremely pleased that Secretary of State Baker and Foreign Minister Pankin have announced that the United States and the Soviet Union are issuing invitations to a Middle East peace conference in Madrid.

The objective of the effort is nothing less than a just, lasting, and comprehensive settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Bahrain has been a firm friend and a close ally for half a century.

Once again, Your Highness, it is my pleasure to meet with you today for what I'm confident will be productive discussions.

May God bless the United States, and may God bless the Republic of Italy.

Relations between the U.S. and Italy have never been better.

We call again for their immediate and unconditional release.

Your Majesty, we are pleased to see the United Nations proceeding with its efforts to resolve the Western Sahara dispute with Morocco's support.

The whole policy is based on bringing these people together and bringing peace to the area.

Clearly, if the missiles were not aimed at the United States, it would facilitate a lot of things.

It's in the best interest of peace.

May it also strengthen our mutual commitment to peace among nations.

I had a one-on-one discussion with Mr. Shamir about this months ago and made clear to him that the United States' policy was that there should be no more settlements.

And today, Mr. President, our two countries, mine and yours, are partners in a common challenge.