Re-election of President Alvaro Uribe of Colombia
Secretary Condoleezza Rice
Washington, DC
May 29, 2006
I congratulate the people and all candidates in Colombia on holding free, fair, and secure elections. I also want to
personally congratulate President Uribe on his victory, and wish him even greater success during his second term. Our
relationship with the Government and people of Colombia is a particularly close one. It is based on mutual agreement
that open societies and free markets are the best ways to meet the needs and expectations of our people, and protect
their fundamental rights and liberties. We remain committed to continue to work with the Colombian people on their
efforts to build a secure, stable democracy.
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