Proclamations Proc. 7882 Proclamation 7881 of April 2, 2005 Honoring the Memory of Pope John Paul II By the President of the United States o/America A Proclamation As a mark of respect for His Holiness Pope John Paul II, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at ha]f- staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on the day of his interment. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at ha]f-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facili- ties abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of April in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-ninth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7882 of April 5, 2005 Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 2005 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Leaders across the Americas understand that the hope for peace in our world depends on the unity of free nations. Each year, the people of the United States observe Pan American Day and Pan American Week to honor our shared commitment to freedom, prosperity, and security. We are work- ing with our partners in the Western Hemisphere to advance our common interests and values so that we can build a brighter future for our citizens. The idea of regional solidarity and inter-American cooperation, first envi- sioned in 1826 by Simon Bolivar, became a reality in 1890 when the First International Conference of American States concluded its meetings in Washington, D.C. There, President Benjamin Harrison praised the efforts of the countries in attendance for their desire to work together as American States. Through the years, these efforts, shared values, and mutual respect have strengthened this partnership. Across our hemisphere, social, economic, military, and political coopera- tion are widespread. Last year, trade officials of five Central American na- tions and the Dominican Republic signed the Central American-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement with the United States. I urge the Congress to ratify this agreement, which will eliminate tariffs and trade barriers and expand regional opportunities. 39
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