Bush to welcome Hu Jintao to the White House

Washington, Mar 23: US President George Bush will welcome China's President Hu Jintao to the White House on April 20, according to the White House.

The two leaders are expected to discuss several issues, including the War on Terror and non-proliferation.

The White House said the visit is an opportunity for the President to work with the Chinese leader on a number of areas of mutual interest and to make progress in resolving outstanding differences.

The President looks forward to discussing with President Hu a full range of regional and international issues, including the war on terror, non-proliferation, and advancing freedom and promoting prosperity in Asia and beyond.

UNI