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Jimmy Carter

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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.

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Sep 16, 1980

I am personally committed, Mr. Vice Premier, to the proposition that our relationship will not be undermined, but will be strengthened.

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Sep 16, 1980

He owes an apology to the President and the other administration officials he has maligned.

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Sep 16, 1980

Today we confirm a new set of relations based on trust and mutual respect.

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Sep 16, 1980

This is an achievement, Mr. Vice Premier, of which we can all be proud.

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Sep 16, 1980

I'm delighted to welcome you here to our country, Mr. Vice Premier, and also your delegation.

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Sep 16, 1980

The Admiral's partisan zeal on behalf of Governor Reagan can be no excuse for such rash action.

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Sep 16, 1980

The two Governments reaffirm their commitments under the Agreement on Trade Relations between the United States of America and the People's Republic of China as the basis of their trade and economic relations.

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Sep 16, 1980

The Parties agree that representatives of the competent authorities will meet annually for a comprehensive view of matters related to the Agreement as may be desirable.

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Sep 16, 1980

With the four agreements that we are about to sign, the normalization of relations between the United States of America and the People's Republic of China is at last complete.

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