February 6, 2003
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today announced that U.S. President George W. Bush will visit Canada on May 5, 2003 at the invitation of Governor General Adrienne Clarkson.

"I look forward to welcoming President Bush on his first state visit to Canada," said the Prime Minister. "His visit will provide a valuable opportunity for us to continue our discussions on a range of bilateral and international issues of mutual interest and concern to our two nations."

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