U.S.-China Joint Initiative on Avian Influenza
The United States and the People's Republic of China are committed to stopping the spread of emerging infectious diseases. Read more on the U.S.-China Joint Initiative on Avian Influenza.
![Presidents Bush and Roe ring bell at the Bulguksa Temple. [AP Photo]](https://web.archive.org/all/20051126111236im_/http://www.state.gov/cms_images/bush_roh_1402.jpg) President Bush, President Roh of the Republic of Korea Press Availability
President Bush (Nov. 17): "...Mr. President, I look forward to continuing to work with you to promote a foundation for peace and freedom, whether it be here on the peninsula, or around this globe." full text | more on the President's visit to Asia
![President and Prime Minister Koizumi of Japan shake hands Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2005, prior to their meeting at the Kyoto State Guest House in Kyoto, Japan. [WH photo/Paui Morse]](https://web.archive.org/all/20051126111236im_/http://www.state.gov/cms_images/bush_koizum_140i.jpg) President Bush and Japan Prime Minister Koizumi Discuss Strong Relationship
President Bush (Nov. 16): "The relationship between the United States and Japan is a vital relationship, and it's a very strong relationship. And a strong relationship enables us to work together to help keep the peace." [full text]
Conditions in Burma
As a result of the Burmese military regime's blatant disregard for human rights, its intolerance of dissent, and its ongoing efforts to perpetuate military rule, prospects for meaningful political change and reform continued to decline over the past six months. [full text of report]
The United States and the WTO Ministerial
The Sixth WTO Ministerial Conference will be held in Hong Kong, December 13-18 2005. [more]
2005 International Religious Freedom Report
Secretary Rice (Nov. 8): "Our goal is to promote the fundamental right of religious freedom as a part of what President Bush calls 'our agenda for a freer world, where people can live and worship and raise their children as they choose'.” [full text] [fact sheet] [report]
Naval War College Salutes Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Hill
Assistant Secretary Christopher R. Hill was formally presented with the Naval War College's Distinguished Graduate Leadership Award at a ceremonial dinner October 19th at the Washington Navy Yard (10/24/05)
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