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U.S.-Pakistan Relations
Mr. Qazi spoke to reporters about the U.N.'s mission in Iraq. He discussed the U.N.'s role in overseeing the formation of a stable and democratic government in Iraq, as well as its humanitarian efforts. Following his remarks he responded to reporters' questions.
Type: Media
U.S.-Liberia Relations
Chairman Bryant talked about efforts to rebuild Liberia following the resignation of President Taylor and about relations with the U.S. Among the issues he addressed were the state of the nation's infrastructure, the history of the relationship between Liberia and the U.S., and future efforts to sustain peace. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Report on NAFTA
Ms. Polaski and Ms. Meissner spoke to reporters about a report on the Impact of NAFTA on the U.S. economy. Among the topics they addressed were employment and income levels in the U.S., immigration rates, and demographic shifts due to the treaty. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
World Hunger Report
A press conference was held to present the world hunger report. A product of collaborative efforts by U.N. agencies, international and grass roots organizations, the fifth annual edition of "The State of Food Insecurity in the World" report gives detailed statistics on hungry people and ranks the efforts of countries to combat hunger. The report highlights success stories and failures. Dr. de Haen, whose department produced the report, presented the report and he and Dr. Riemenschneider answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
U.S.-Uganda Relations
President Museveni spoke about relations between the U.S. and Uganda as well as economic development in Africa. Among the topics he addressed were exporting processed versus raw materials, privatization, and future economic strategies for growth. Following his remarks he answered questions from reporters in the audience.
Type: Media
Sports Programming and Retail Pricing
Mr. Bodenheimer spoke to reporters about sports programming and cable rates. He also talked about a dispute with Cox Communications over distribution of ESPN on its affiliates. Following his remarks he answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
Iraq Donors' Madrid Conference Preview
Mr. Larson and Mr. Taylor spoke to reporters about an upcoming conference in Madrid for potential donor countries to help with reconstruction efforts in Iraq. Among the topics they addressed were the size of the request and how the donated funds would be administered. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
California Governor Recall Effort
Mrs. Davis answered questions from Washington-based reporters from California about the efforts to recall Governor Davis. Among the topics she addressed were the motives for the recall drive, budget deficits, and the California political process.
Type: Media
Small Pox Vaccination Study
Officials talked with reporters about the results of a study of a large-scale Defense Department smallpox vaccination program. They also answered questions.
Type: Media
U.S.-Europe Relations
President Cox spoke about relations between Europe and the U.S. Among the issues he addressed were the European political process, foreign aid, and international trade. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media