Ronald Reagan
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Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan's presidency is noted for significant tax cuts, a strong anti-communist foreign policy, and the deregulation of various industries. His administration also faced challenges such as the Iran-Contra affair and economic issues, including inflation and unemployment.
I'm pleased to announce today that I have offered Prime Minister Nakasone—and he has accepted—the opportunity for Japanese participation in our shuttle program.
This is a most remarkable school, and we've talked about it often in Washington since our visit here.
Nothing would better prove to the American people the good intentions of our Japanese trading partners than tangible progress in revising relevant Japanese certification laws and regulations.
And, again, we've enjoyed and appreciate this visit by the Prime Minister and look forward to welcoming him to our country again for the Williamsburg summit this spring.
We must not turn our backs on their pain, nor waste their mighty resource.
I'm happy to say it’s been our pleasure to welcome Prime Minister Nakasone to the White House.
Our ties and our common responsibilities are of such importance that I've invited the Prime Minister to join me tomorrow for breakfast.





