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Ital
ian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi arrived in the US
yesterday for talks with President George W Bush on the situation
in Iraq and other international issues.
Berlusconi arrived at Bush's Texas ranch at about 21:20 GMT and was
due to stay overnight.
For Berlusconi, the trip represents a key personal endorsement from
Bush.
Berlusconi "has been a great friend and partner in the war on
terrorism," said White House spokesperson Scott McClellan.
"I think he's long been a friend and partner in our efforts to
confront threats in the post-September 11 world".
Other officials say the task of establishing a viable government in
postwar Iraq, the Middle East peace process, and the drive to stem
the spread of weapons of mass destruction will come up in the
talks. - Sapa-AFP.