President Bush's Message on Vietnam's National Day
On the occasion of Vietnam's National Day, President of the United States George W. Bush sent a message to President Tran Duc Luong of Vietnam. The full text is as follows:
Dear Mr. President:
I would like to extend my congratulations to you and the people of Vietnam on the occasion of Vietnam’s National Day on September 2.
This is a special year in the U.S. – Vietnam relationship as we mark the tenth anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations. It is my hope that in the coming year we will continue to make progress in bringing relations to a higher plane and expanding the friendly, constructive, and multi-faceted cooperative partnership.
On behalf of the United States, I wish Vietnam peace, stability, and continued prosperity.
Sincerely,
George W. Bush
