07/17/1985
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"You have become a superpower in the peaceful pursuits of commerce and trade and good living for your people."
"Certainly, my visit was not planned with these tragedies in mind that have taken place."
"The close friendship that we do have imposes on Japan and the United States a responsibility to the world to foster peace and prosperity."
"I'm looking forward to this trip."