 Good morning and welcome to US Institute of Peace. My name is Nancy Lindborg. I'm the president of USIP And we're delighted that we could have you all here today on behalf of USIP and our co-host today The Atlantic Council the Center for Strategic and International Studies the International Foundation for Electoral Systems the International Republican Institute and the National Democratic Institute it is my distinct honor today to welcome our special guest his Excellency Muhammadu Buhari the president of Nigeria welcome and thank you I'd also like to welcome a very distinguished Nigerian delegation of which includes many current and former governors and members of of The government Nigerian government. We're delighted to have you all here with us today And I want to give a special thanks to assistant secretaries of Africa affairs ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield As well as ambassador James and whistle both of whom I believe are here and without to where are they up there as well as Ambassador adai adai foyer and Nigeria's ambassador to the US and without these three individuals I'm certain we wouldn't be here today. They've been invaluable partners in putting this day together So many thanks And I also want to give a special welcome to Zainab Bangura the UN The UN secretary general special representative for sexual violence sexual violence and conflict and it's wonderful to have you here with us today It's wonderful to have all of you here today. We have an overflow crowd We also have many people following us on a webcast and for those of you who are on Twitter Please remember to use hashtag Buhari DC to help expand this conversation Well beyond the building today So this is a big day We are so delighted to have you here president Buhari following this milestone election It's a wonderful moment for us all to pause together to recognize and celebrate the peaceful transfer of power This is the first time an opposition candidate has won the presidency in Nigeria through the ballot not through bullets So it's a remarkable achievement And it's a milestone actually for the entire continent as a number of other countries wrestle with this issue of term limits So we are Delighted to have this conversation with you today President Buhari has has made a commitment including during his three-day visit here to establish a stronger and more inclusive government to tackle corruption address the insurgency If Boko Haram and in doing so Nigeria can seize this moment to reclaim its role as a leader on the continent Nigeria has been a priority for us IP for over a decade. We have had a wonderful partnership with Imam Muhammad Shefa and Pastor James Wuye of the interfaith Mediation Center and through that partnership We've witnessed the commitment of Nigerian leaders of communities of people to come together To resolve differences and to lay a groundwork for a shared Sustainable peace we look forward to our continuing Efforts we make a commitment to continue to support that that journey Forward and we wish best success to New leadership and to the people of Nigeria as they move forward. I'm pleased now to introduce a Wonderful colleague and a long-time leader Ambassador Johnny Carson who is our senior advisor at the US Institute of Peace He's the former Secretary of State for African Affairs Ambassador Carson was on the ground during this momentous moment when he co-led NDI's international election observer mission to Nigeria in March Ambassador Carson was a three-time ambassador on the continent He's had a distinguished career in the US government where he was and he continues to be One of the strong voices working to ensure that we all Understand and support Nigeria's critical role. Please join me in welcoming Ambassador Carson Good morning. I would like to take this opportunity to add my welcome to all of those Who have joined us this morning for this very very special event? We are absolutely delighted to have his Excellency President Bihari with us this morning This is clearly one of the largest audience audiences ever for a speaker here and This turnout is a testament to the enormous goodwill of the people of Washington DC for you personally Mr. President and for your country as well Nigeria occupies a very special place in Africa as an increasingly important member of the global community and as a full partner in the family of Democratic nations Nigeria is Africa's most important country its largest economy its largest producer of petroleum and its largest telecom media and banking sector Nigeria is also today Africa's largest democracy and for those who haven't noticed it is indeed the sixth largest democracy in the world Nigeria's significance as a nation Cannot be ignored or denied President Bihari also occupies a very special place in Nigeria and it's still evolving political and democratic history on March 28 2015 President Bihari won a very convincing victory over then president. Good luck Jonathan Marking the first time in Nigeria's history that an opposition Candidate had unseated an incumbent head of state This is also one of the very few times this has happened in Africa domestic and international observers all Describe the elections as free and fair and a genuine expression of the will of the Nigerian people President good luck Jonathan step down graciously and without any violence the election was a victory for the people of Nigeria for democracy in Nigeria and also a continued positive trajectory for democracy in Sub-Saharan Africa But more than anything else the election was a personal triumph for President Bihari a political leader who had contested and lost three previous national elections elections that were marred by controversy and violence and in 2007 in particular by widespread vote rigging and fraud Despite these injustices and controversies President Bihari never gave up on democracy and he never gave up on the electoral process He never abandoned the deep social and ethical Convictions that have guided him throughout his life and that motivated him to run for his country's highest offer office President Bihari has devoted most of his adult life to the service of his country as a career military officer a Senior cabinet minister and briefly nearly 30 years ago as his countries military had a state He has been described frequently by those who know him as a very modest man a very humble man but a very strong courageous and firm leader a man of enormous integrity and honesty and a man committed to good governance and to improving the lives of his fellow citizens as He begins his tenure President Bihari will need to draw on all of his leadership and management skills Nigeria faces multiple challenges security problems in the northeast with Boko Haram Financial and budget challenges caused by declining oil prices pervasive corruption in the oil sector and serious power shortages During his campaign for the presidency and in his post inaugural speeches President Bihari has signaled very clearly that he is ready to take on the tough and demanding task of governance that he is aware of his country's problems and that he will not be deterred or Intimidated by the challenges that he faces This morning we have an opportunity a special opportunity to hear From present president Bihari about how his new government Intends to tackle the challenges that confront Nigeria today and how he intends to move his country forward as an important player not only in Africa, but also in the global Community, mr. President It is my honor and great pleasure to welcome you to the podium We look forward to hearing your vision for Nigeria for Africa's Largest and most dynamic nation and its largest democracy. Welcome, mr. President Please sit down ladies and gentlemen Just so much ladies and gentlemen I am overwhelmed By the nice introduction By ambassador castle. I Hope by the end of my speech You will agree with him That I Have justified what he said about me I'm delighted to be here this morning And I wish to thank the United States Institute for Peace The Center for Strategic and International Studies The Atlantic Council the National Democratic Institute the International Republican Institute and the International Foundation of electoral system for providing me this Platform to share with this distinguished audience of imminent personalities my hopes and thoughts About my country Nigeria the big tanks That came together to organize today's event our by no means new to Nigeria several of them and Our good number of individuals have over there's organized meetings and symposia to shed light on diverse issues pertaining to Nigeria Others like the National Democratic Institute and I International Republican Institute, IRI and the International Foundation for electoral system I FES Therefore a long period being partners in Nigeria's electoral processes The contributions of the International Republican Institute National Democratic Institute and International Foundation of electoral systems To the success of the 2015 general election in Nigeria are well documented. I Would like to use this opportunity to thank them for their partnership and the support to the democratization process in Nigeria you are doggedness in calling a speed a speed in 2003 2007 and 2011 Having greatly appreciated by us Nigerians who are dedicated to ensuring free and fair election in our country My appreciation also goes to the Center for strategic and international studies United States Institute for peace and The Atlantic Council for their continued engagement and interest in Nigeria the unique Perspectives and clarity you bring to bear on your analysis of contemporary issues in Nigeria of profound importance to my country Thank you for the interest we have consistently shown on election in my country Naturally being far removed from the arena of action and not to being Participants in the event you analyze on a regular basis has its own pitfalls the most common being armchair analysis Let me illustrate was just one example in the month leading up to the recent general election in Nigeria very few in the mass media and the Polish day Community here in Washington gave Nigeria as little as half a chance to fool through All over the city the common view held and frequently expressed was of Nigeria on the brink As far as the cryptics and doomsday merchants who are concerned Nigeria and with the 2015 general elections Nigeria was not expected to make it The general perception was that Nigeria would be undone by violent and disputed elections ribbon with deep ethnic and religious divisions You all know what happened Nigeria compounded the first myths and it's critics All those who predicted the worst possible post-election scenarios for Nigeria misses the mark by very wide margins Because the premises Open which is our narratives who are based were simply wrong the peaceful conduct and how to come of 2015 general elections Attest to the fact that elections in Africa can be conducted in a free fair and credible manner just like in any other part of the world those elections Were different from previous ones not only because Citizens who are allowed to vote but more importantly Because they are both counted I must therefore salute the patriotism and commitment of Nigerian people who conducted themselves peacefully and responsibly Joering and after the elections Similarly, I must also command the independent National Electoral Commission, INAC the civil society organizations and other non-state actors for their various efforts improving the electoral process and Entrenching the democratic culture. I would like to see this opportunity also to once again pay tribute to my predecessor Dr. Goodluck Ibele Janneson for his uncommon display of this machine in certain the face for Africa His conduct and how to look in the aftermath of the elections Her father proven that they had luck that the African electoral system is gaining strength and maturity Distinguished ladies and gentlemen Important lessons are being learned from the successful conduct of those elections Our electoral processes are evolving Nigerians of all political leanings Recognize that there is much work to be done to improve electoral transparency and integrity of elections. I feel confident that Going forward our electoral body Will apply a lessons learned to improve its processes including the use of appropriate technologies in the conduct of elections and innovative approaches to voter education To this end I intend to raise the cause of impunity By working with the National Assembly to strengthen our electoral laws In ways that will provide a stiffer finalist against all forms of electoral malpractices The enforcement of the laws would equally be given greater impetus Distinguished ladies and gentlemen on the issue of terrorism Nigerians have lived with fear and insecurity for far too long It's a human and material costs of the insurgency in my country and To my people are staggering and unacceptable Defeating Boko Haram and finding a durable solution To the underlying causes of the insecurity in Nigeria are therefore a major priority of the new administration Nigerians understand that terrorism stifles development and undermines the stability of society The government that I lead is committed and will do whatever it takes To free Nigeria from the menace of terrorism No matter how long it takes Who will reclaim every inch of Nigerian territory that is under the control of Boko Haram We shall continue to do these Within the framework of the rule of law and in compliance with our international and domestic human rights obligations Excuse me. Let me emphasize That is our government We have to We have no illusions whatsoever About the enormity of the challenges ahead of us We know that it will be a long and bruising struggle But this is a fight We are in to win Failure is not an option for us. We do not contemplate it In the first week of my presidency, I visited Chad Niger to strengthen cooperation within the large Chad Basin Commission members The primary region of the Boko Haram insurgency Open my return to Nigeria Open my return to Nigeria from the United States. I shall visit Kamarun's On the 29th of this month To further strengthen our sub-regional efforts of counteracting terrorism Already, I have released 21 million United States dollars For the rapid takeoff of the multinational joint task force This is the full set open by the countries of the large Chad Basin Commission comprised in Kamarun's Chad Niger, Nigeria, Apollos Benin to jointly Convert insurgency We are confident That you will defeat terrorism in our country and region Because we have the will to win this fight We will win Because we have the support of the Nigerian people Who voted us into office to do things differently in order to secure them from harm and Provide for their prosperity and well-being We will win Because the United States and indeed the international community Have pledged to stand with us in solidarity But winning the battle against terrorism means we have to do things differently after all The race for the future will never be won By going backwards All stand still Winning means we must change our strategy in Amana that will prioritize the mobilization of maximum capacity to fight terrorism While ensuring the safety and protection of local communities in the frontline of the fight against terrorism We are also improving cooperation and coordination With our neighbors and other international partners to add depth and muscle to our overall strategy In our efforts at combating the activities of Boko Haram The new government has sought and obtained the support of not only our neighbors other international friends and partners Regrettably the blanket application of Of the lease a law by the United States on the grounds of unfrovering allegations of Human rights violations Leveled against our forces has denied our access To appropriate strategic weapons to prosecute the war against the insurgents Is the face of abduction of innocent schoolgirls from their hotels Indiscriminate bombings of civilians in markets and places of worship Our forces have remained largely important Because they do not possess the appropriate weapons and technology Which they could have which which we could have had Had the so-called human rights violations not to be an obstacle unwittingly and I dare say Unintentionally the application of the lease a law amendment by the United States government Has aided and abetted the Boko Haram terror Boko Haram terrorists in the prosecution of its extremist ideology and hate the indiscriminate killings and memos of civilians in raping of women and girls And in their other heinous crimes. I believe this is not the secret of the lease a law I know the American people Cannot support any group engaged in these crimes as they are both strongly appeal to both the executive arm and the United States Congress to examine how the United States government Can provide us with far more Substantial counterterrorism assistance with minimal strings The longer we delay the deadlier the Boko Haram gets At all events We have rewritten the rules of engagement for protecting the rights of combatants and in particular safer guidance civilians in theaters of conflict As we ramp up efforts to defeat Boko Haram We know that winning this battle Sustainability will require that we expand economic opportunities and create jobs For our team in young population We must also improve the quality of governance Ensure that governments at all levels are responsible Inclusive Transparent and accountable and that public institutions deliver services in a timely and efficient manner We must win and sustain the trust of the people we govern Ladies and gentlemen The fight against corruption is a full-time job that the federal government would carry Will sustain the result I have always maintained zero tolerance for corruption I am even more committed to fighting this number one enemy decisively because I am convinced Beyond any shadow of a doubt that the much needed impetus for our country survival is held back by corruption. I will not allow this to continue Again, as with every action of the government that I did We would be fair Just and scrupulously follow due process and the rule of law is enshrined in our constitution I would lead by example to ensure the prudent management of Nigeria's resources The government will plug the leakages that fuel corruption in Nigeria Ladies and gentlemen, I believe that the future of Nigeria Indeed the future of Africa lies in democratic governance Not only because it is the expression of the will of the people But because democracy can help us build fair Just and inclusive societies Only in our democracy can Africa's numerous ethnic cultural and religious Diabastists find harmonious expression and the freedom and opportunities that come with it The federal government is well aware that building a strong economy will help us build a prosperous stable and secure country a Nation where democracy will thrive businesses will flourish and where citizens can live and for sure their dreams with dignity and freedom under the protection of the law I Believe the United States can help the democratization process gain roots by investing in the expansion of our educational health and economic opportunities for the millions of our youth Ladies and gentlemen Fixing Nigeria's problems as formidable as they are is the responsibility of Nigerians The international community can only assist But the hard work belong to Nigerians and their government. I Will as president lead from the front But all Nigerians Including the opposition parties civil society business and religious leaders public servants Labour unions the youth and professional associations All have important roles to play to get our country back on a sound Economic footing the political opposition Must see itself as an integral part in ensuring Development and good governance for the season re Governance in our democracy is always a shared responsibility affect Underscored by the current power configuration in Nigeria in which the opposition parties Not only has a strong representation in the National Assembly, but also control 14 out of the 36 states in Our federal arrangement in the United States The Republicans are in fact in control of both houses of Congress Ladies and gentlemen, let me end by restating here That despite our current challenges Nigeria's commitment to good governance Anti-corruption democracy and security of lives and property remains firm Similarly, I must reaffirm that despite the current challenges that we face domestically We are ready and willing to face our duties to international peace stability security and development as we have done in the first We shall not strike our international responsibilities and obligations We shall do what is expected of us What's our game? I am honored for this opportunity and Delighted to share my thoughts with this very distinguished audience. Thank you very much Mr. President, thank you very very much for a very stimulating and informative address Just for the sake of the audience The president has agreed to take a few questions What I would like to do is to call on the representatives of several of the co-host organizations to address their questions to the President they will do that by microphone the remainder of the questions will be taken in written text But before I call on the representatives of some of the co-host organizations Mr. President, I would like to Start the discussion with you by asking two questions One question is one that you've probably Been asked and will be asked many times over the next week or so by your colleagues in government and by others in Nigeria and That is you've had an opportunity over the last three days to meet with President Obama With Vice President Biden Secretary of State Kerry Secretary of Treasury Jack Lew and probably most of the senior members of the US Cabinet How do you assess that visit your visit and how do you think you've Come out of it The second question for me involves a historical question You mentioned very briefly in your speech that you had Served as head of state for approximately 20 months nearly 30 years ago What lessons Do you take from that previous Experience as head of state that you will Learn and apply and use as you move forward in your current tenure as president Thank you very much for your difficult to question The first one I'm very impressed with the Position taken by President Obama and the United States I Think this became very clear To us in Nigeria from the time I'm Secretary of State Kerry went to Nigeria so the former president so the chairman of the Electoral Commission Professor Jigga and so the opposition and To be candid read the right act to us Hmm as Nigerian that the United States will not accept Unconstitutional Conduct of the election and the pressure was sustained by the United States up to the last day I Think this is the best thing that he happened To Nigeria for a very long time, and I think I'm in a position to To assess that having tried to become the frozen three times and Have you failed three times and having ended up in the Supreme Court three times For that we will ever remain grateful to United States Because it has stabilized the The quality in Nigeria and Certainly is going to stabilize democracy and therefore Infruits security and the economy and I sure that Nigerians are very grateful for that On your second question You ought to have educated the audience not that they don't know That the last time I was head of state I came in a different form. I came in on in a come-of-a-lives Although I ended up in detention for more than the time I was in government But that's part of the experience I think that I enjoy So I don't think I can compare The experiences of my first being head of state Or being military frozen and now being an elected president Is very difficult to To compare but If I help I would come to what you are question By saying that we have asked What kept me trying on and on? Mainly I think is what happened in 1991 When I went home after serving vegetation, I think I was underutilized But then suddenly The Soviet Union collapsed And that was made a lot of impression on me a Significant one and that an emperor in the 20th century Collapsed without a short being fired and everybody ran home and then a tree republics developed from the Soviet Union That was when I was convinced having been in the military for 25 years or so that the multi-party Democratic system was the best form of governance With the caveat that elections must be free and fair I have said this so often because I believe in it That was why I decided to be a politician And I just said as one in April 2002 And by the following way, yeah that party although it had it had governors. It has senators Gave me the ticket Of course, you know I lost And I spent 30 months in court and I guess The significant of that is exposing our institutions after 27 months From lower court to Supreme Court We went and made presentation in Supreme Court for two and three quarter hours The following day the panel of Supreme Court went on a three-month holiday One day he came back it took them 45 minutes to dismiss our case In 2007 I tried again And Thank goodness the international observer teams they mentioned it with the 2007 election was Was very Was conducted in a most honorable way. I Think I spent 20 months I gave The Supreme Court said all go well the court was divided into two there are a panel of secret justices of The Supreme Court who resided over By the chief justice who formed the number seven Siri just says Said the election was not conducted according to law Therefore, they have annulled it Siri just says said oh Well, there are some flaws, but all the same PDP has won The chief justice cast his vote was those that said we did you all So I lost three to four isn't it to our last In 2011 Again, I attempted and I lost and I spent I think eight or nine months in court So here I am after the fourth attempt Mr. President that is the democratic perseverance I'm gonna we're running very short of time and I'm going to ask two people in the audience We're gonna try and squeeze in maybe three or four questions But I'm gonna ask the first two people to To identify themselves quickly ask their questions I'm going to call on Jennifer cook CSIS one of our co-hosts if she would ask her question if there is a microphone for her I would also like to have Chris Fomunio National Democratic Institute Give the second question. We're gonna try and squeeze in and very quick quickly Presidents on a tight schedule every We get that down there quickly and Somebody could tee up the microphone for Chris Fomunio if he's here. It's Chris. Okay. Got it. Sorry Thank you so much, mr. President and welcome to Washington and thank you to us IP for hosting The expectations on you are extremely high to deliver very quickly And as you pointed out in your really excellent inaugural address the federal government is really one of many governments in Nigeria and In in so many cases kind of where the citizens first contact with the government is with a local government or with their state government So expectations on you are so high, but you do not control all all the players You mentioned in your inaugural address that you You called for accountability for good governance at all levels of government But how can you help to make that happen and what role might external partners play in that as well? Thank you well, I Think massively the constitution of the federal public of Nigeria has tried as much as possible I think to Clearly define The responsibilities of the series tears of government and also the revenue allocation formula Has also tried to do as much justice as possible so that The federal government do not take The line share of the revenue disproportionate the constitutional responsibilities For the city tears of government I am let left to do as a president head of the federal government Is to appeal To the other two tears of government leadership the governors with their cabinet As I pitch some of them are here. I hope there are no governor was here And the chairman of the local government to make sure they follow the system in terms of how to use this Revenue that gets them according to the constitutional allocations in terms of Sustainable development and Of higher social cips That was why I said I realized my limitations. That was why I included what you quote in my address There's a limit to what I can do all I did. I think is a certain blackmail That I will look at the accounts That's all I could do. Thank you very much Yes, your excellency congratulations on elections and welcome to Washington I Want to really thank you and the Nigerian people for giving NDI IFS IRI and several other organizations the opportunity to stand by you as you work to strengthen your democratic institutions and practices So looking at the 2015 elections to constituencies that really worked extremely had in Nigeria For those elections to be credible and that also worked for you because they believed in you are the Nigerian women and the Nigerian youth So my question is what concrete plans do you have? To make sure the Nigerian women and the Nigerian youth can see that their investment in the democratic process of your country is Worth why and that they get some dividends from your program and the program of your administration Can we do this before the president? Responds to Chris's question. We're going to try and squeeze in a couple of more of these Dr. Pauline Baker We'll have the next question and then Dr. Connie Newman former assistant secretary of state for Africa will have the final question Pauline Pass the mic Thank you very much. Can I can I answer this question first? I'm not too confident about my memory Thank you very much for your question But I observe that you are voting me to my constituency Certainly the youth and I mentioned in several places Came out very strongly to support me as as well as women but Remember again what I said I Say I belong to everybody and I belong to nobody. Hmm. I will work for the constituencies and Try to get a clear priorities which We have identified as a party If you had the opportunity to have a look at our manifesto, we identified significant mental problems in Nigeria security Lack of economy and employment and corruption. I think if we pursue this as We intend to do all Constituencies on reflection will eventually congratulate us. Thank you very much The last two questions and briefly dr. Pauline Baker Mr.. President welcome and I've been a student of Nigeria for many years and first of all I want to tell you that I Haven't ever seen such a hopeful attitude toward Nigeria in the United States as since your election. So I Think we are all here Want you to succeed? My question relates to another area of Nigeria that hasn't gotten much attention during this trip and that is the Niger Delta It's a challenge that you're going to face. I wonder if you would tell us how you Intend to approach it with particular reference to the amnesty Bunkering and inclusion inclusive development. Thank you Inclusive Use Yes, I hope you have a copy of the election results Literally a cost 2 nc's for example that year I Gave me 97% Cannot in all honesty be treated on some issues Was cost 2 nc's that gave me 5% I Think this is a political reality While certainly there would be justice for everybody everybody will guess his constitutional right But where the party in cost 2 nc's That by their either sheer hard work They made sure that they got their people To vote and to ensure they are both count They must They must feel that the government has appreciated The effort they put in putting the government in place. I Think this that's really fair deliver By by the Constitution No state can be excluded from government So there's no way even if I want to Show X Gratitude to those Constituencies that heavily voted for me against those that didn't even vote for me They have the protection of the government and I have made an undertaking in that That I belong to everybody. I belong to nobody If I come clearly and show and marginalize a certain group because they didn't vote for me Then I have already a country written myself and I'm sure people will be too quick to pick that against me Thank You mr. President Dr. Connie Newman representative of IRI this yeah, sir this Mr.. President congratulations first of all I have a question that is going to be easy for me to ask Probably easy for you to answer and very hard for you to do and that is this There's so much goodwill Not just in the United States, but all over the world to have you succeed And my question is how are you going to coordinate? all of the office and The resources so that they don't end up Operating at cross purposes and you're able to leverage them in a way that's responsive to your needs Yeah Yesterday I have to try to answer this question although you didn't ask it yesterday. You asked it today One I have an audience with Nigerians at our embassy The cost of the amount of goodwill and the high expectation Vis-a-vis the local resources on the ground and the insecurity How can I come out of this? Major problem that I put myself in because if I don't If I don't ask for the boss and got it. I wouldn't have been the president As for it. I have got it then it has become my problem And I even told the audience yesterday already in Nigeria the site and calling me From Baba Buhari, which means father Buhari to Baba go slow That I'm too slow So I took a long time to explain but but I think the goodwill you said that I enjoyed at home and Again, thank God and abroad now. I will try and maintain it as I said by working very hard and As visibly as possible so that people Will see and believe that I'm trying and I hope they will believe that I'm trying hard enough So that they will continue To give me the opportunity In Maybe becoming less critical So that I can Deliver and as a circumstances Besides the human factors that are now available of the real problem the problem the how the course of crude has plummeted and Then the insecurity resulting in the theft Of an average of more than 250,000 barrels a day of Nigerian crude and the insecurity there of abduction of some old executives and demand of ransom in hard currency Which aggravates our security problem? And then the North East problem all the same I intend to Sustain this goodwill by performance I will work very hard and I believe I'll succeed Mr. President, thank you for a very very informative and stimulating Conversation and as you can tell from this audience We all wish you enormous goodwill and Good luck as you pursue your responsibilities over the next next four years We have characterized you as a man of great honesty integrity and commitment to Good governance, I think based on this conversation this morning We also will have to say that you are a man of enormously goodwill and great humor You have turned a few phrases here that have caught our attention And we know that you have not only candor but good humor to go along with it please Join me in one last round of applause as the president And I'm going to ask the audience to Remain in place and tell the president and his immediate party Leave so please let the president and his delegation move out before anyone else moves and Again, thank you all very much for coming and mr. President We look forward here at us IP to having you back again to have a continuation of this conversation Thank you very much. Thank you Bye-bye Until the official party departs