On the recordJune 29, 1971
I pledge continued cooperation with Turkey in its efforts to increase the well-being of its people and to maintain its independence and security.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI pledge continued cooperation with Turkey in its efforts to increase the well-being of its people and to maintain its independence and security.
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