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Remarks at the Joint Meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
… remarks at the joint meeting of the international monetary fund and the international bank for reconstruction and development september 13, 1949 mr. secretary of the treasury, the finance minister of france, and …
EXECUTIVE ORDER 9751
… executive order 9751 designating public international organizations entitled to enjoy certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities by virtue of the authority … coffee board inter-american institute of agricultural sciences inter-american statistical institute international bank for reconstruction and development international monetary fund pan american sanitary bureau the designation of the …
Statement by the President on the Forthcoming International Conference on Tariffs and Trade
… statement by the president on the forthcoming international conference on tariffs and trade november 9, 1946 the secretary of state has today formally announced the … to enter into concerted trade agreement negotiations with eighteen other principal and representative trading nations for the reciprocal reduction of trade barriers and substantial elimination of trade discriminations among the nations … they are necessary to strengthen and support the foundations of the international monetary fund and the international bank for reconstruction and development and to pave the way for the kind of economic world envisaged in the suggested charter …
Address at the Joint Meeting of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Monetary Fund
… address at the joint meeting of the international bank for reconstruction and development and the international monetary fund september 10, 1951 mr. chairman, members of the boards of …
Joint Statements Following Discussions With the President of Brazil
… cooperation. these conversations have been inspired by the traditional and unfaltering friendship which has prevailed for more than a century in the relations between the two countries. the recently published report of the joint brazil-united … projects not suited to private financing, such as those projects which have already been accepted for financing by the international bank for reconstruction and development and the export-import bank. president truman assured president dutra that requests …
Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on the Defense Aid Program
… on the defense aid program june 4, 1945 the speaker of the house of representatives: i have the honor to transmit for the consideration of the congress an estimate of appropriation for defense aid for the fiscal year 1946, exclusive of aid … beyond this i propose that these allies be assisted in financing necessary equipment and supplies by the export-import bank. such assistance is consistent with the enlarged role which the bank should be given in providing certain types of … export-import bank programs represent unilateral efforts of this country. they are not intended to duplicate the work of international agencies. the united nations relief and rehabilitation administration, for example, has been created to meet …
EXECUTIVE ORDER 10033
… whereas the united nations and other intergovernmental organizations of which the united states is a member have need for statistical information which can be supplied by the government of the united states; and whereas the burden imposed on … authorized by the secretary of state to transmit such information. section 2. (a) the national advisory council on international monetary and financial problems, hereinafter referred to as the national advisory council, shall determine, … may comply with official requests for information received from the international monetary fund or the international bank for reconstruction and development. (b) the director shall determine which federal executive agency or agencies shall …
Joint Statement Following Discussions With the Shah of Iran
… imperial majesty, mohammed reza pahlavi, shahinshah of iran, today completed his tour of the united states and departed for iran. the shah came to this country at the invitation of the president and his visit has enabled him to become acquainted … nations their unfaltering support and to work in close cooperation with it and its agencies. "2. a serious threat to international peace and security anywhere in the world is of direct concern to the united states. as long ago as december 1, … of this program to the economic development of iran, and applications by the iranian government to the international bank for reconstruction and development for economically justifiable loans to be used in the furtherance of the program will …
Joint Statement Following Discussions With Prime Minister Churchill
… 7 and 8, 1952. the prime minister was accompanied by the foreign secretary, mr. anthony eden, by the secretary of state for commonwealth relations, lord ismay, and by the paymaster-general, lord cherwell. the president's advisers included the … power approach offers the best prospect of relieving the present tension. we both hope that the initiative taken by the international bank for reconstruction and development will lead to a solution of the iranian oil problem acceptable to all the interests …
Special Message to the Congress Transmitting Financial Agreement With the United Kingdom
… recommending the approval of the bretton woods agreements, president roosevelt called these proposals "the cornerstone for international economic cooperation." by enacting the bretton woods agreements act, the 79th congress laid this … the extension in a broader form of the reciprocal trade agreements act, and the expansion of the export-import bank. these steps will take us a long way on the road to world-wide security and prosperity. they should not make us blind, …
The President's News Conference
… april 21, 1949 the president. i have an announcement or two this time. [1.] on monday, i am having an official luncheon for the president of israel, dr. chaim weizmann. and this morning i signed an appointment for david k. e. bruce of virginia, … to be united states high commissioner for germany and chief of mission. mr. mccloy had been serving as president of the international bank for reconstruction and development. the white house release stated that his appointment grew out of the washington …
Message to the Congress Transmitting First Annual Report on U.S. Participation in the United Nations
… in london. [see 1946 volume, this series, item 65.] the charter of the united nations came into force as a fundamental law for the peoples of the world on october 24, 1945. the general assembly convened for the first time in london in january 1946. … it elected the secretary-general and brought into being the security council, the economic and social council and the international court of justice. in december 1946, at the second part of its first session, in new york, the general assembly … educational, scientific and cultural organization, the international civil aviation organization, the international bank for reconstruction and development, the international monetary fund, the proposed world health organization and …
Special Message to the Congress Recommending Point 4 Legislation
… standards of living, i recommend the enactment of legislation to authorize an expanded program of technical assistance for such areas, and an experimental program for encouraging the outflow of private investment beneficial to their economic … to other countries. we have also participated in the activities of the united nations, its specialized agencies, and other international organizations to disseminate useful techniques among nations. through these various activities, we have gained … by the under-developed areas is the provision of capital for the creation of productive enterprises. the international bank for reconstruction and development and the export-import bank have provided some capital for under-developed areas, and, …
The President's News Conference
… q. mr. president, at potsdam, do you recall whether generalissimo stalin proposed an all-german overall control agency for germany? the president. the agreement at potsdam, as i remember it, was for a--communications, transportation, and … department will have to handle. [11.] q. you remarked that you didn't have any plans for the immediate future for another international meeting on the top level. does that mean there is one in the works that will come along the president. no, it … was in the same frame of mind--and i appreciate that. [13.] q. mr. president, are you considering judge vinson for world bank president? the president. what's that? q. are you considering judge vinson for world bank president ? the president. no. …
Special Message to the Congress on the Mutual Security Program
… program may 24, 1951 to the congress of the united states: three weeks ago i transmitted to the congress a request for 60 billion dollars for the united states defense establishment during the fiscal year ending june 30, 1952. i am now … as the military aid recommended, is grant assistance to be provided through appropriated funds. loans by the export-import bank will also continue to play an important role in our efforts to assist the economic progress of friendly countries. in … declaring that an attack on one would be considered an attack on all. the north atlantic treaty reflects the basic fact of international life that the freedom of western europe and the freedom of north america are inseparable. under that treaty, …
Address in New York City at the Opening Session of the United Nations General Assembly
… when the united nations charter was signed. on that day the constitutional foundation of the united nations was laid. for the people of my country this meeting today has a special historic significance. after the first world war the united … the problems arising immediately out of the war. the united nations was intended to provide the means for maintaining international peace in the future after just settlements have been made. the settlement of these problems was deliberately … reciprocal trade-agreements program. through the establishment of the food and agriculture organization, the international bank for reconstruction and development and the international monetary fund, members of the united nations have proved their …
The President's News Conference
… i have no special announcements to make. if anybody has any questions-- [3.] q. mr. president, was there any reason for the timing of the chinese announcement ? the president. not that i know of. q. what was the purpose of it? the president. … suggested yesterday that he would like certain areas of bipartisan agreement on foreign policy--to cover all phases of international relations. have you given that any thought? the president. yes. we have always had that in mind. when we say … conclusions. [19.] q. mr. president, is there any progress on the united states nomination of a new president of the world bank? the president. not yet. when we are ready, i will announce it. [20.] q. mr. president, will the good old st. lawrence …
The President's News Conference
… the british loan and take up the case bill that went through the house. do you think that the loan should be set aside for immediate action on that? the president. no. i think the loan is just as important as that. q. mr. president, they … see if it doesn't work out. [10.] q. mr. president, you announced your support of lew douglas for president of the world bank, and he turned it down, apparently. who are you supporting now? the president. i have inquired of two or three … some stamps which egypt has issued, and he wrote me a letter and sent me those stamps. it had nothing to do with any international affairs whatever. [laughter] [18.] q. mr. president, have you read walter lippmann's articles on germany? the …
Independence Day Address Delivered at the Home of Thomas Jefferson
… philosophy that sustained american patriots during the revolution and has ever since inspired men to fight to the death for their "unalienable rights." the standard phrase used by writers of jefferson's day to describe man's essential rights was … is the free and full exchange of knowledge, ideas, and information among the peoples of the earth, and maximum freedom in international travel and communication. jefferson well understood this principle. on one occasion he said, "if a nation … since the war to world relief, reconstruction, and stabilization. we have taken the lead in the establishment of the world bank and the world stabilization fund. we have cooperated fully in the work of the economic and social council of the united …
The President's News Conference
… [1.] i have no particular announcements to make to you today except that at--a little later there will be a release for morning papers of a report on the food-from the food board--the cabinet food committee. any questions? [2.] q. mr. president, in your 1947 budget and in the fiscal 1948 are there sufficient funds provided to carry out your recommendations? the president. no, there are … which i never did get! [more laughter] [24.] q. mr. president, are you going to appoint john mccloy president of the world bank? the president. i think john mccloy--i don't appoint him-- q. i mean, are you going-- the president. i want him to be …
The President's News Conference
… news conference april 11, 1946 the president. [1.] the first thing i want to mention to you is a revision of the budget for the fiscal year 1946. we now anticipate net receipts for 1946--the fiscal year 1946 of 42,900 million, which is about 4,300 million above the january estimate. and it is now estimated that the budget will amount to about 64,700 million, which is about 2 billion, six below the january … trouble. [more laughter] any questions now? [3.] q. mr. president, do you support lewis douglas for president of the world bank? the president. yes. q. and if so, what is your reaction to mr. morgenthau's letter of opposition? the president. well, …
Special Message to the Congress: The President's Midyear Economic Report
… of unemployment and to sustain consumer incomes and expenditures. the old-age retirement system and public assistance for needy persons also serve to maintain purchasing power. the housing program recently enacted by the congress will furnish … of credit restriction at the very time when business requires easier credit has been greatly reduced. the insurance of bank deposits has eliminated the danger of widespread loss from bank failures. the several credit institutions established … admission that we cannot prevent our economy from running downhill and that those programs which are vital to the international security and domestic welfare of our people, as well as to the strength of our economy, must be steered in the …
Commencement Address at the University of California
… at this great university. i regret that i could not arrange my schedule to permit me to be here next week at the time for which you first invited me. under these circumstances, i am pleased that an adjustment could be made on the part of the … past 3 years we have taken a leading part in establishing the united nations, and the related agencies-such as the world bank and the food and agriculture organization--which are fundamental to world peace and prosperity. no action by the united states has revealed more clearly our sincere desire for peace than our proposal in the united nations for the international control of atomic energy. in a step without precedent, we have voluntarily offered to share with others the …
The President's News Conference
… how are you coming on the appointment of the advisory board to the economic administration? the president. working on it and will shortly announce it. q. advisory board for what, sir? the president. economic communication setup. [2.] q. mr. president, it is beginning to look as if there will … any funds or any appropriations which we could use without consulting congress? the president. there is the export-import bank, and there is the world bank. they make loans of that kind all the time. q. mr. president, dr. weizmann said that he …
Statement by the President on the Review of the 1947 Budget
… of the 1947 budget august 3, 1946 in accord with previous practice i present at this time a review of the federal budget for the fiscal year 1947, as well as actual figures for the fiscal year 1946. this revision of the january budget estimates … however, that not only war but the aftermath of war and the transition to peace are very expensive. national security and international commitments compel us to maintain a strong military establishment. our participation in international … to the international monetary fund. in addition, there are deferred disbursements under the programs of the export-import bank and for the united nations relief and rehabilitation administration. finally, expenditures for certain programs included …
Special Message to the Congress on the Mutual Security Program
… the congress of the united states: i recommend that the congress authorize the continuance of the mutual security program for the fiscal year ending june 30, 1953. such action is essential to advance our program for world peace and to protect the … lies in the fact that loyalties are not coerced. the concrete requirements of american security compel us to a policy of international cooperation. but it would be, i believe, a misrepresentation of the american people to suppose that … and we shall continue to relate outlays under the mutual security program to the loans being made by the export-import bank and the international bank for reconstruction and development. europe today, the problem of achieving security and …
Special Message to the Congress on the Marshall Plan
… of war." we seek lasting peace in a world where freedom and justice are secure and where there is equal opportunity for the economic well-being of all peoples. to this end, the united states played a leading role in the founding of the … control of armaments and, in a step without precedent or parallel, have offered to place our most powerful weapon under international control provided that other nations agree to effective and enforceable safeguards against its use for … from other parts of the world. it also takes into account the possibilities of obtaining funds through the international bank for reconstruction and development, through private investment, and in some instances by the sale of existing foreign …
Message to the Congress on the State of the Union and on the Budget for 1947
… message to the congress on the state of the union and on the budget for 1947 january 21, 1946 [ released january 21, 1946. dated january 14, 1946 ] to the congress of the united states: a … in terms of world collaboration and world well-being. there are many new responsibilities for us as we enter into this new international era. the whole power and will and wisdom of our government and of our people should be focused to contribute to … and to promote the expansion of world trade. we have already joined the international monetary fund and the international bank for reconstruction and development. we have expanded the export-import bank and provided it with additional capital. the …
Special Message to the Congress: The President's First Economic Report
… we build an economy so fruitful, so dynamic, so progressive that each citizen can count upon opportunity and security for himself and his family. nor is prosperity in the united states important to the american people alone. it is the … profits and reserves 8 11 11 gross capital formation 2 10 4 27 excess of receipts (+) or capital formation (-) --2 +7 -16 international net imports net exports 1 -2 5 net expenditures on foreign account -1 +2 -5 government (federal, state, local) … for any considerable length of time. recent surveys indicate that 24 percent of american families held no war bonds or bank accounts in 1945, and 29 percent held less than $500 of savings in these forms. available data point to the fact that …
Annual Budget Message to the Congress: Fiscal Year 1948
… 1947 [released january 10, 1947. dated january 3, 1947] to the congress of the united states: i am transmitting the budget for the fiscal year 1948. it includes recommendations for the entire federal program. expenditures under existing and … building world organization. we must make effective provision for national defense. we have many other commitments, both international and domestic, that must be honored. in fact, a very large part of all our expenditures in the fiscal year 1948 … with our loan agreement with the united kingdom and under the reconstruction lending program of the export-import bank. we must discharge our occupation responsibilities in europe and the far east. we must provide for war damage …
Excerpts From Annual Message: The President' s Economic Report to the Congress
… presented a year ago in accordance with the provisions of the employment act of 1946, i foresaw a bright prospect for the year 1947. in large measure that prospect has been fulfilled. however, my midyear report recorded the fact that … mostly of fixed-interest types, provided 4 billion dollars of new capital as against 3.3 billion in 1946. commercial bank loans to business increased about 4.2 billion dollars in 1947, with credit expanding so rapidly in the last half year as … year. the ability of foreign countries to finance imports declined in the latter part of the year and the future of our international balance will depend in considerable measure on the size of government aid and private credits extended. …
Annual Budget Message to the Congress: Fiscal Year 1952
… congress: fiscal year 1952 january 15, 1951 to the congress of the united states: i transmit herewith my recommendations for the budget of the united states government for the fiscal year ending june 30, 1952. this is a budget for our national … 1952 tional authority function actual estimated estimated for 19521 military services $12, 303 $20, 994 $41,42 $60, 971 international security and foreign relations 4, 803 4, 726 7, 461 10, 956 finance, commerce, and industry 227 368 1, 524 1, … to liquidate prior year contract authority. 2includes 1 billion dollars in new lending authority for the export-import bank in the lending ceiling of the export-import bank. actual expenditures by the bank in the fiscal year 1952 will, of …
Annual Budget Message to the Congress: Fiscal Year 1953
… congress: fiscal year 1953 january 21, 1952 to the congress of the united states: i transmit herewith my recommendations for the budget of the united states for the fiscal year ending june 30, 1953. expenditures are estimated at 85.4 billion … is not only within our present economic capacity, but which will enable us to grow stronger in the years to come. if new international tensions do not develop, and if no further aggressions are attempted, i hope we will be able to reduce budget … those for strategic materials, will continue to be financed primarily on a loan basis, especially by the export-import bank under its recently increased loan authority. this budget also contains limited funds for military assistance to latin …
Annual Budget Message to the Congress: Fiscal Year 1951
… january 9, 1950. dated january 3, 1950] to the congress of the united states: i am transmitting my recommendations for the budget of the united states for the fiscal year ending june 30, 1951. this budget is a statement of the financial … be primarily financed by special taxes designed to defray their costs. thus, assuming continued favorable economic and international developments, it is possible to plan on further reductions in total expenditures after 1951. the second major … refugees (present programs and proposed legislation) 8 15 20 other 288 23 3 foreign economic development: export-import bank loans --57 71 48 inter-american development 12 11 8 7 $30 technical assistance to underdeveloped areas (proposed …