07/01/1990
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"We discussed a number of issues regarding the impact of recent events in Eastern Europe on the countries of Western Europe."
"Your nation is grateful to you."
"Today, we continue to offer thanks and praise to our Creator, that 'Great Author of every public and private good,' for the many blessings He has bestowed upon us."
"This is an area of major strategic importance to the United States."