13 June 2002 "TRANSCRIPT OF THE PRIME MINISTER

13 June 2002:

13 June 2002

TRANSCRIPT OF THE PRIME MINISTER
THE HON JOHN HOWARD MP
JOINT DOORSTOP WITH PRESIDENT GEORGE W BUSH
WHITE HOUSE, WASHINGTON DC

Subjects: Australia/US relationship; Middle East; environment; free trade.

PRESIDENT BUSH:

Yes, I told the Prime Minister there are no war plans on my desk.
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And, of course, before there is any action -- military action, I would closely consult with our close friend. There are no plans on my desk right now.