[Congressional Bills 108th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 688 Engrossed in House (EH)]
In the House of Representatives, U.S.,
July 14, 2004.
Whereas the United States and Portugal have a long history of consistent
friendship and support;
Whereas the Government of Portugal and the Portuguese people have shown
tremendous support for the United States in this time of armed conflict;
Whereas Portugal has been a devout, resolute, and steadfast ally of the United
States;
Whereas the support of the Government of Portugal and the Portuguese people is
of paramount importance to the United States;
Whereas the Government of Portugal and the Portuguese people have committed a
full array of their country's resources to fight the terrorist threat
all over the world;
Whereas at the request of the United States and within the framework of United
Nations Security Council resolutions, Portugal has sent brave soldiers,
medical teams, police, flight crews, and other military personnel to
Iraq and has continued to authorize the use of Lajes Air Base, in
Azores, Portugal, for strategic staging in the War on Terrorism,
including the current engagement in Iraq; and
Whereas the democratic principles and ideals that Portugal and the United States
share have formed the basis of an enduring friendship which has stood
the test of time: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) is grateful for the support of the people and Government of
Portugal;
(2) commends the Government of Portugal and the Portuguese people
for their steadfast friendship, resolute leadership, and unwavering
support;
(3) commends the bravery and courage of all members of the
Portuguese armed forces who have participated in the effort to bring an
end to international terrorism; and
(4) expects the unique friendship between the United States and
Portugal to continue.
Attest:
Clerk.