U.S. Relations With the People's Republic of China (2008)

The White House

For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
July 24, 2008

Fact Sheet: Advancing the Freedom Agenda

President Bush Discusses Freedom Agenda, Lays Out Plans To Ensure That America Continues To Offer Hope To Those Languishing In Tyranny

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Leading The Cause Of Freedom Requires Combating Hopelessness In Struggling Nations

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5. Lead the cause of human rights. Over the past seven years, we have spoken out against human rights abuses by tyrannical regimes like those in Iran, Sudan, Syria, and Zimbabwe. We also have spoken candidly about human rights with nations with whom America has good relations, such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and China. In keeping with this commitment, today President Bush renewed his call for the release of all prisoners of conscience around the world -- including Ayman Nour of Egypt, Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma, Oscar Biscet of Cuba, and Riad Seif of Syria.

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