Much has been accomplished during the last year in the campaign against terrorism. This struggle will require vigilance, perseverance and sacrifice for many years to come.

Canada is preparing to play a major role in the continued stability and security of Afghanistan through ISAF.

The agreement to place the binational planning group at our new Northern Command was also signed in December.

But Canada remains a crucial partner in this global war on terrorism, and we are grateful for that. Canadian naval vessels, aircraft and military personnel continue anti-terrorist operations in the Persian Gulf.

Canada and the United States are also working at the World Trade Organization and in our own hemisphere with negotiations for a Trade Area of the Americas to try to help countries create a positive climate for investment and trade.

When I was Governor of Massachusetts, we worked to get Sable Island gas into New England.

We already get more energy from Canada than from any other foreign country.