Gerald Ford actually said...

The close and cordial relationships Australia and the U.S. enjoy with Japan are essential to the continued stability, progress, and prosperity of the international community.

Context

Joint Statement Following Meetings With Prime Minister J. Malcolm Fraser of Australia

07/27/1976

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