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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release February 28, 1995

STATEMENT BY THE PRESS SECRETARY

Visit of Ghanaian President Rawlings to Washington

President Clinton has invited President Jerry Rawlings of the Republic of Ghana for an official working visit to the White House on March 9. Their meeting reflects the growing cooperation between our two countries since President Rawlings was elected President of Ghana in November 1992. This is President Rawlings' first visit to the United States.

The two leaders will discuss mutual efforts to enhance regional stability in West Africa, bilateral trade and investment, consolidation of democracy in Ghana and the Liberia peace process. President Rawlings will also meet with senior Administration officials and Members of Congress.

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