Pages 98-101 from FCO 82-1992

The document is a transcript of President Ronald Reagan's address to America's fellow democracies on the eve of his departure for the Moscow summit with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The summary is as follows:

1. Reagan emphasizes that his administration's policy toward the Soviet Union is based on realism, reasoned interchange, and strength, especially Western unity.
2. The Atlantic Community extends beyond a military alliance and includes countries committed to democracy and free enterprise.
3. The United States has pursued a policy of firmness and vigilance in its relations with the Soviet Union.
4. Reagan acknowledges the progress in the Soviets' human rights record but highlights that repression and repressive policies persist.
5. He expresses satisfaction with the Soviet army's departure from Afghanistan and aims to engage Soviet cooperation in resolving other conflicts.
6. The importance of openness, freer exchange of people, information, and ideas is emphasized.
7. Reagan calls for the elimination of government barriers to communication and urges expanded people-to-people exchanges.
8. Youth exchanges are discussed as a means to foster better understanding and friendship between East and West.
9. Reagan reiterates his call to tear down the wall dividing Berlin and expresses the United States' commitment to bringing peace and freedom to Europe.