Whilst addressing veterans of foreign wars, United States President George W Bush praised Malta for its generosity towards Iraq. He called on all world’s nations to follow the example of Malta in writing off Iraqi debt that has been accumulated by Saddam Hussein's regime.
The US President stated that many of the world's smallest nations have been among the most generous. He added that last month, Slovakia joined the United States and Malta in writing off Iraqi debt completely, amounting to about $200 million.
During his speech, President Bush spoke about the political, security, and economic elements of the strategy for victory in the central front of the War on Terror. He also gave details regarding what has been achieved, and the challenges for this year.
President Bush also stated that in 2006, the US and its coalition partners will focus efforts on improving the performance of Iraqi police and on strengthening Iraqi economy. He also urged Iraqis to reach out once again across political, religious, and sectarian lines and form a government of national unity. Last month, Iraqis elected a new government for the country.
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