President Carter congratulated His Majesty on the favorable evolution of the Spanish democratic process which has earned the sincere support of the entire free world.
Jimmy Carter
The Public Record
Jimmy Earl Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from January 20, 1977, to January 20, 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the office of Governor of Georgia from January 12, 1971, to July 1, 1975. During his presidency, Carter focused on human rights, energy conservation, and the Camp David Accords, which led to a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. His administration also faced significant challenges, including the Iran Hostage Crisis and economic difficulties marked by inflation and unemployment.
President Carter described the results achieved in the recent Venice Summit.
Portugal's principled response to the crises in Iran and in Afghanistan has been as welcome as it was courageous.
I have been moved by the dignity and courage of the Yugoslav peoples at this time of national sorrow over the passing of President Tito.
We have reviewed our bilateral relations-which I am happy to affirm are excellent.
What is absolutely clear is that the growing economic relationship is of very great benefit to both countries.
The pursuit of arms control is itself a measure to prevent accidental conflict.
We fully recognize that this is a decision to be taken solely and exclusively by Spain, in its own time and in its own way.
I leave Yugoslavia with strong impressions of a brave and dedicated country.
Our domestic economic situation, of course, would concern me whether or not this were an election year.





