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DEPARTMENT OF STATE 

[Public Notice 6681] 

Office of Protocol; Gifts to Federal 

Employees From Foreign Government 

Sources Reported to Employing 

Agencies in Calendar Year 2008 

The Department of State submits the 

following comprehensive listing of the 

statements which, as required by law, 

Federal employees filed with their 

employing agencies during calendar 

year 2008 concerning gifts received from 

foreign government sources. The 

compilation includes reports of both 

tangible gifts and gifts of travel or travel 

expenses of more than minimal value, 

as defined by statute. Also, included are 

gifts received in previous years 

including four gifts in 2003, three gifts 

in 2006, twenty-nine gifts in 2007. 

These latter gifts and expenses are being 

reported in 2008 as the Office of 

Protocol, Department of State, did not 

receive the relevant information to 

include them in earlier reports. 

Publication of this listing in the 

Federal Register is required by Section 

7342(f) of Title 5, United States Code, as 

added by Section 515(a)(1) of the 

Foreign Relations Authorization Act, 

Fiscal Year 1978 (Pub. L. 95–105, 

August 17, 1977, 91 Stat. 865). 

Dated: May 19, 2009. 

Patrick F. Kennedy, 

Under Secretary for Management, 

Department of State. 

AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Traditional brown farwa (overcoat), a silver and gold dagger 

with belt and case, a silver and 

gold sabre with diamonds and 

rubies on the hand guard (includes belt and case), and an 

inscribed book titled ‘‘Back to 

Earth: Adobe Building in Saudi 

Arabia,’’ by William Facey. 

Rec’d—1/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$4,589.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Royal Highness Sultan Bin 

Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud, 

Secretary General, Supreme 

Commission for Tourism, The 

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver and gold replica of the palace on slab of malachite, a 

navy suede robe with gold rope 

trim and mink lining, and the 

King Abd al-Aziz Medal of 

Honor gold necklace. Rec’d—1/ 

15/2008. Est. Value— 

$32,000.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ A silver and gold replica of a 

desert scene in Saudi Arabia 

including palm trees, a camel, a 

tent, and people on a granite 

slab. Rec’d—11/13/2008. Est. 

Value—$2,000.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Black Mercedes mountain bike 

with extra parts and a Philips 

digital photo frame with an SD 

card holding photos from the 

President’s trip to Germany. 

Rec’d—6/10/2008. Est. Value— 

$4,687.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Her Excellency Angela Merkel, 

Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ A 24′′ gold chain Collar of State 

with accompanying certificate, a 

black sash with multicolored details and embroidered ‘‘Pres. 

Bush’’ and ‘‘Akwabaa,’’ and a 

green sash with the Grand Cordon in the Most Venerable 

Order of the Knighthood of the 

Pioneers gold medal and 4′′ silver brooch replica of the Grand 

Cordon in the Most Venerable 

Order of the Pioneers medal 

with accompanying certificate. 

Rec’d—2/19/2008. Est. Value— 

$885.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Her Excellency Ellen Johnson 

Sirleaf, President of the Republic of Liberia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 22′′ × 31 1/2′′ framed rug portrait 

of two roan horses. Rec’d—1/ 

15/2008. Est. Value—$400.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Eminence Abd al-Aziz alHakim, Chairman, Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Tan leather saddle with gold 

thread embroidery; includes 

horse blanket, stirrups, reins, 

and bridle. Rec’d—9/24/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,400.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Abdelaziz 

Bouteflika, President of the 

People’s Democratic Republic 

of Algeria.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver bowl with a crescent moon 

and star around the rim. 

Rec’d—1/7/2008. Est. Value— 

$711.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Abdullah Gul, 

President of the Republic of 

Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Sterling silver replica of Machu 

Picchu ruins in Peru held on a 

wooden base with ‘‘To H.E. 

George W. Bush, From: H.E. 

Alan Garcia, Asia Pacific Economic Forum Lima—Peru 

2008’’ inscribed on silver 

plaque and a book titled ‘‘Peru 

Vision’’ by His Excellency Alan 

Garcia Perez and Carlos Espa. 

Rec’d—11/23/2008. Est. 

Value—$680.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Alan Garcia Perez, 

President of the Republic of 

Peru.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Tan Vicuna scarf with fringe held 

in an engraved wood box. 

Rec’d—12/14/2007 Est. 

Value—$972.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Alan Garcia Perez, 

President of the Republic of 

Peru.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Off-white and brown Colombian 

sombrero and a 49 piece white 

china set painted with blue 

flowers. Rec’d—9/20/2008. Est. 

Value—$852.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Alvaro Uribe 

Velez, President of the Republic of Colombia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Mother of pearl picture frame, two 

leather vases, three wind 

chimes, and a candle holder. 

Rec’d—12/26/2007. Est. 

Value—$425.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Their Majesties King Abdullah II 

bin Al Hussein and Queen 

Rania Al Abdullah, The 

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ A pair of leather boots with hand 

stitched leather applique ́s, a 

burlap and multicolored denim 

saddle pad, a painted leather 

and fabric saddle with copper 

stirrups, personalized ‘‘George 

W. Bush,’’ ‘‘USA,’’ and ‘‘Mali’’ 

with brass tacks, and a leather 

halter with brass embellishments and multicolored lead 

rope, all in traditional Malinese 

style. Rec’d—2/12/2008. Est. 

Value—$918.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Amadou Toumani 

Toure ́, President of the Republic of Mali.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 4000 

music system with speakers 

and remote control. Rec’d—2/ 

29/2008. Est. Value— 

$5,195.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Prime Minister of Denmark.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 10′′ × 10′′ ornate Waterford crystal 

footed bowl with scalloped border etched, ‘‘Presented to 

George W. Bush, President of 

the United States of America on 

the Occasion of St. Patrick’s 

Day 2008 by the Taoiseach, 

Bertie Ahern, on Behalf of the 

People of Ireland,’’ live Shamrocks, and an 18′′ figurine 

carved in 56,000-year-old bog 

wood. Rec’d—3/17/2008. Est. 

Value—$768.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Bertie Ahern, T.D., 

Prime Minister of Ireland.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ NATO Summit Bucharest commemorative items including a 

briefcase, gold coin, ‘‘Wings of 

Freedom’’ sketch, and Mont 

Blanc pen and ink set, USB 

drives, card case, DVDs, and 

leather portfolio, three books titled ‘‘‘‘Who’s Afraid of Glass?’’ 

by Ioan Nemtoi, four books titled ‘‘Saints on Glass,’’ ‘‘Traditions: Romania Through 

Stamps,’’ ‘‘Patrimony Romanian 

Costume,’’ and ‘‘Bucuresti,’’ by 

George Avanu, 2 audio CDs, 

an 11′′ × 14′′ hand painted icon 

of St. George, a large yellow 

blown glass bowl, and an 8′′ × 

10′′ framed oil painting of four 

people. Rec’d—4/2/2008. Est. 

Value—$3,819.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Calin PopescuTariceanu, Prime Minister of 

Romania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Bottle of 1977 Chardonnay. 

Rec’d—4/2/2008. Est. Value— 

$49.00. Location—Handled pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Calin PopescuTariceanu, Prime Minister of 

Romania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Traditional blue two-part Benin 

robe and a carved wood pot 

supported by three hands attached to a white embroidered 

cloth and held in a frame. 

Rec’d—2/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$525.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Boni Yayi, 

President of the Republic of 

Benin.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ 80′′ × 113′′ silk Afghani rug. 

Rec’d—5/17/2008. Est. Value— 

$4,000.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 19′′ × 39′′ oval lapis tabletop and 

two 19 1/2′′ round lapis tabletops. Rec’d—9/26/2008. Est. 

Value—$19,400.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Limited edition silver bowl with 

enameled yellow flowers and 

green leaves and two inscribed 

books titled, ‘‘A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India: 

From the Stone Age to the 12th 

Century,’’ by Upinder Singh and 

‘‘Ghandian Way: Peace, Non-violence and Empowerment.’’ 

Rec’d—9/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$813.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Manmohan 

Singh, Prime Minister of the 

Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ A framed 28′′ × 20′′ photo of 

President Bush and Prime Minister Olmert, a hydration system 

cycling backpack, two blue 

Nalini cycling bib shorts with 

‘‘G.W. Bush’’ and an Israeli flag 

printed on the leg, a blue short 

sleeve Nalini cycling jersey with 

‘‘G.W. Bush’’ printed on the 

back, a blue long sleeve Nalini 

cycling jersey with ‘‘G.W. Bush’’ 

printed on the back, a 256MB 

memory card, a high quality 

Handy screen protector, and an 

HP iPAQ Travel Companion 

with accompanying charger and 

case. Rec’d—1/9/2008. Est. 

Value—$2,050.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Ehud Olmert, 

Prime Minister of Israel.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Athletic Equipment: MTB Hard 

Tail Special Edition mountain 

bike made by Segal bikes; 

President Bush’s name and the 

Israeli flag painted on the frame 

and a framed 5′ × 2′ transfer of 

a photo onto a canvas of 

Masada landscape at night. 

Rec’d—5/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$3,450.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Ehud Olmert, 

Prime Minister of Israel.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Mounted crystal formation. 

Rec’d—7/21/2008. Est. Value— 

$600.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Fatmir Sejdiu, 

President of the Republic of 

Kosovo.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Two brown leather bookends with 

silver plated Agave plant on the 

sides. Rec’d—4/21/2008. Est. 

Value—$495.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Felipe de Jesus 

Calderon Hinojosa, President of 

the United Mexican States.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 12′′ × 12′′ square opaque yellow 

plate held on a silver stand. 

Rec’d—11/14/2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Felipe de Jesus 

Calderon Hinojosa, President of 

the United Mexican States.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Sterling silver plated stag horn tea 

cup engraved with the seal of 

Paraguay, a sterling silver 

spoon, and a white linen embroidered shirt designed by 

Marcos Ismachowiez. Rec’d— 

10/27/2008. Est. Value— 

$362.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Fernando Lugo, 

President of the Republic of 

Paraguay.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Creative Zen MP3 Player and an 

OSIM uSqueez Calf and Foot 

Massager. Rec’d—4/9/2008. 

Est. Value—$579.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Goh Chok Tong, 

Senior Minister, Office of the 

Prime Minister of the Republic 

of Singapore.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Taxidermied lion and leopard, a 

zebra skin, and an 8’ tall ornately carved statue. Rec’d—2/ 

17/2008. Est. Value— 

$18,200.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Jakaya Kikwete, 

President of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Two shadow boxes displaying 

with carvings of native Tanzanians, an 11′′ × 33′′ framed 

painting of zebras, and a 33’’ 

wood table with carvings of African animals including elephants, giraffes, and lions. 

Rec’d—8/28/2008. Est. Value— 

$625.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Jakaya Kikwete, 

President of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Pair of black Zandstra 

rollerblades, belreflector, 

Skeelers wrist guards, knee 

pads, and elbow pads, and 

white wood clogs with ‘‘Jan 

Peter Balkenende,’’ ‘‘In friendship,’’ and windmills painted in 

blue. Rec’d—6/5/2008. Est. 

Value—$762.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Jan Peter 

Balkenende, Prime Minister of 

the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Cult full carbon Black Gold XTR 

mountain bike, navy tie with 

white designs, and a rectangular crystal bowl with star design. Rec’d—6/9/2008. Est. 

Value—$7,031.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Janez Jansa, 

Prime Minister of the Republic 

of Slovenia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Gold cufflinks and matching gold 

chain necklace with stone and 

a large piece of red, black, yellow, and green traditional Kente 

cloth. Rec’d—2/19/2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency John Agyekum 

Kufuor, President of the Republic of Ghana.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Black Mont Blanc fountain pen. 

Rec’d—10/18/2008. Est. 

Value—$394.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Jose ́ Manuel 

Duaro Barroso, President of the 

Commission of the European 

Communities.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Framed archery set. Rec’d—4/16/ 

2008. Est. Value—$400.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Lee Myung-bak, 

President of the Republic of 

Korea.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Various personalized Elord casual 

clothes, tennis shoes, and a 

baseball cap. Rec’d—8/6/2008. 

Est. Value—$936.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Lee Myung-bak, 

President of the Republic of 

Korea.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Ten Fuente OpusX cigars. 

Rec’d—5/6/2008. Est. Value— 

$330.00. Location—Handled 

pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Martin Torrijos 

Espino, President of the Republic of Panama.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Red lacquered wood humidor 

made by Griffin’s with a sterling 

silver plate engraved ‘‘43’’ affixed to lid and a book titled 

‘‘Panama Canal.’’ Rec’d—5/6/ 

2008. Est. Value—$742.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Martin Torrijos 

Espino, President of the Republic of Panama.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Crystal decanter etched with the 

Czech Republic seal and five 

crystal glasses etched 

‘‘G.W.B.,’’ a signed hardcover 

book titled ‘‘Prague, Prag, 

Praha,’’ by Miroslav Krob & Jr., 

a Ceska Zbrojovka CS550 shotgun, and an inscribed wood 

gun rack. Rec’d—2/28/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,885.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Mirek Topolanek, 

Prime Minister of the Czech 

Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Brown leather Hermes saddle. 

Rec’d—6/13/2008. Est. Value— 

$6,200.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Nicolas Sarkozy, 

President of the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Lalique crystal horse bookends. 

Rec’d—7/8/2008. Est. Value— 

$3,000.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Nicolas Sarkozy, 

President of the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Black lacquer humidor with a silver-plated symbol of France on 

top and ‘‘President de la 

Republique Francaise’’ engraved on the inside and a sterling silver Waterman fountain 

pen. Rec’d—10/18/2008. Est. 

Value—$3,000.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Nicolas Sarkozy, 

President of the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Framed gold image of the E ́ lyse ́e 

Palace in Paris, France with 

‘‘Nicolas Sarkozy President de 

la Republique Francaise’’ written on the bottom and a gold 

and crystal ‘‘LE ́ pee’’ clock. 

Rec’d—11/17/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,559.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Nicolas Sarkozy, 

President of the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver tea set including teapot, 

cream, and sugar containers. 

Rec’d—3/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$650.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Pranab Kumar 

Mukherjee, Minister of External 

Affairs of the Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver filigree bowl. Rec’d—4/25/ 

2008. Est. Value—$350.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Sali Berisha, 

Prime Minister of the Republic 

of Albania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Four books titled ‘‘Glorious Celebrations of the Reign: The 

Celebrations of the 60th Anniversary of His Majesty the 

King’s Accession to the 

Throne’’ (2), ‘‘The Royal Kingdom of Thailand: Fifty Years of 

a Golden Reign,’’ ‘‘Arts of the 

Kingdom,’’ and ‘‘Bangkok Then 

and Now,’’ by Steven Van 

Beek, and a wood jewelry box 

with the seal of The Royal Thai 

Government in gold and lined 

with green velvet. Rec’d—8/6/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,125.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Samak 

Sundaravej, Prime Minister of 

Kingdom of Thailand.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Six wooden replicas of ancient 

Kuwaiti ships held in a wood 

box with 4 engraved gold 

plates. Rec’d—3/4/2008. Est. 

Value—$414.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Sheikh Mesh’al AlAhmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, 

Deputy Chief, Kuwaiti National 

Guard, Kuwait.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver and gold falcon sculpture 

and a gold model of the Kuwait 

City landscape in a crystal 

cube. Rec’d—9/18/2008. Est. 

Value—$15,237.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Sheikh Nasser 

Mohammad Al Sabah, Prime 

Minister of the State of Kuwait.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Bronze statue on a marble pedestal representing a young girl 

with butterfly wings symbolizing 

the Spring offering the laurel to 

the Winner and twelve E. 

Marinella ties. Rec’d—6/13/ 

2008. Est. Value—$5,120.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Twelve E. Marinella ties. Rec’d— 

7/8/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,620.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 15′′ white ceramic ‘‘Liberty’’ vase 

with three women dancing, 

numbered 200 of 500, and 

twelve E. Marinella ties. 

Rec’d—10/13/2008. Est. 

Value—$2,460.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Various Christmas decorations including ornaments, a papier 

mache Santa Claus, 14′′ decorative crystal tree, and napkins. 

Rec’d—12/17/2007. Est. 

Value—$742.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Saqr Ghobash 

Saeed Ghobash, Ambassador 

of the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Two Royal Crown Derby plates in 

the ‘‘Gold Aves’’ pattern. 

Rec’d—12/17/2007. Est. 

Value—$300.00. Location— 

Transferred to GSA.

His Excellency Saqr Ghobash 

Saeed Ghobash, Ambassador 

of the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Two Royal Crown Derby plates in 

the ‘‘Gold Aves’’ pattern. 

Rec’d—12/17/2007. Est. 

Value—$300.00. Location— 

President retained.

His Excellency Saqr Ghobash 

Saeed Ghobash, Ambassador 

of the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Bottle of Kutjevo wine. Rec’d—4/ 

4/2008. Est. Value—$50.00. Location—Handled pursuant to 

Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Stjepan Mesic, 

President of the Republic of 

Croatia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Leather photo album with photos 

of President Bush’s trip to Croatia, a wood model of an antique Croatian ship called a 

‘‘Bracera,’’ and an XD–9 semiautomatic pistol and XD semiautomatic pistol. Rec’d—4/4/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,763.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Stjepan Mesic, 

President of the Republic of 

Croatia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Household Item: Large 3-tier 

wooden frame with handcarved 

designs. Rec’d—6/5/2008. Est. 

Value—$2,000.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Syed Yousaf Raza 

Gillani, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Gold-plated SMG PK Caliber 

9mm gun and an inscribed 

book titled ‘‘Reconciliation: 

Islam, Democracy, and the 

West’’ by Benazir Bhutto. 

Rec’d—7/28/2008. Est. Value— 

$778.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Syed Yousaf Raza 

Gillani, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Personalized letterman jacket images of Barney, Miss Beazley, 

and India on the back, two G8 

commemorative coins, and an 

inscribed book by Sakie 

Yokota. Rec’d—7/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$404.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Yasuo Fukuda, 

Prime Minister of Japan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ ‘‘The Order of Zayed’’ gold necklace with emeralds, diamonds, 

and rubies with gold medallion 

and certificate and a multicolored vase with the coat of arms 

of the United Arab Emirates. 

Rec’d—1/13/2008. Est. Value— 

$86,500.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 5′ × 6′ framed abstract painting of 

the letter ‘‘W’’ by Abdul Kader 

El Rayes. Rec’d—8/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$4,000.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed 

bin Rashid al-Maktoum, Vice 

President and Prime Minister of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Silver William & Son fountain pen 

and a book titled ‘‘Mosaic: A 

journey through the multi-faceted world of Bahrain’s Arts 

and Crafts,’’ by Dr. Ali Hasan 

Follad. Rec’d—9/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$650.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Highness Sheikh Salman bin 

Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, 

Crown Prince of the Kingdom of 

Bahrain and Head of the Bahrain Defense Force.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Framed 131⁄2′′ × 231⁄2′′ ‘‘St. Petersburg Square’’ mosaic. 

Rec’d—4/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,500.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI .. Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Bouquet of flowers and thirty-eight 

boxes of assorted Godiva 

chocolates. Rec’d—7/8/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,170.00. Location—Handled pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Majesty Mohammed VI, King 

of Morocco.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Decoration of the Order of Sheikh 

Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa with 

certificate and a gold date palm 

tree on stand with pearls. 

Rec’d—1/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$26,450.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Majesty Shaikh Hamad Bin 

Isa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, King 

of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Two blue, tan, and off-white 

vases with painted images of 

horses and birds and a book titled ‘‘The Historical Photos of 

the American Hospital & Documents Related to the American 

Hospital.’’ Rec’d—3/24/2008. 

Est. Value—$3,694.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Majesty Shaikh Hamad Bin 

Isa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, King 

of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ A limited edition (2/100) 10′′ 

Faberge elephant, a limited edition (42/500) book titled ‘‘Luc 

Leestemaker’’ by Luc 

Leestemaker with framed 5′′ × 

6′′ original painting by the artist, 

and a 4′′ gold and brass filigree 

and enameled jeweled Faberge 

egg with small egg pendant 

necklace. Rec’d—1/3/2008. Est. 

Value—$4,750.00. Location— 

Archives Foreign.

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal 

Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin 

Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang 

Di-Pertuan of Brunei 

Darussalam.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Various chocolates, cookies, corn 

relish, and spirited cherries. 

Rec’d—1/3/2008 Est. Value— 

$60.00. Location—Handled pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal 

Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin 

Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang 

Di-Pertuan of Brunei 

Darussalam.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Framed 31′′ × 461⁄2′′ painting of 

the First Family. Rec’d—4/9/ 

2008. Est. Value—$3,500.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Mr. Behgjet Pacolli, Chairman, 

New Kosovo Alliance.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 30′′ mother of pearl vase. Rec’d— 

1/8/2008. Est. Value—$500.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Mr. Mahmoud Abbas, President of 

the Palestinian Authority.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Framed 281⁄2′′ × 301⁄2′′ painting of 

a woman playing the flute. 

Rec’d—4/23/2008. Est. Value— 

$350.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Mr. Mahmoud Abbas, President of 

the Palestinian Authority.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ 3′′ red painted sake cup with hand 

painted design and personalized with the President’s initials. 

Rec’d—7/8/2008 Est. Value— 

$1,000.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Mrs. Kiyoko Fukuda, Office of the 

Prime Minister and Chief Cabinet Secretary, Office of the 

Prime Minister of Japan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Signed leather bound book titled 

‘‘Australia: An Artist’s Journey 

Through The Landscape’’ by 

Pamela Griffith. Rec’d—3/28/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,200.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

The Honorable Kevin Rudd, M.P., 

Prime Minister of Australia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

President ........................................ Small gold plaque with the 

Kurdistan seal, scabbard with 

hand-carved wood handle and 

sheath, and a traditional Kurdish tan suit, including a zip-up 

jacket, drawstring slacks, a 

sheer patterned scarf, two red 

and white headscarves, and a 

small cap, all held in a black 

Tumi garment bag. Rec’d—10/ 

28/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,209.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

The Honorable Masoud Barzani, 

President of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ A brown tie with multicolored 

stripes, a red tie with floral designs, and a black and blue 

dotted tie. Rec’d—4/16/2008. 

Est. Value—$390.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

The Right Honorable James Gordon Brown, M.P., Prime Minister.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

President ........................................ Box of Rococo chocolates. 

Rec’d—4/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$94.00. Location—Handled pursuant to Secret Service policy.

The Right Honorable James Gordon Brown, M.P., Prime Minister.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... White and blue Meissen tea set 

with two tea cups, two saucers, 

and four plates. Rec’d—6/10/ 

2008. Est. Value—$772.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Her Excellency Angela Merkel, 

Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Two 5′′ tall sterling silver and colored maple wood candle holders by Lev Shneiderman and a 

3′′ hammered gold dove pin. 

Rec’d—5/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$205.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Her Excellency Dali Itzik, Speaker 

of the Knesset of Israel.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Ahava Bath + Beauty set in blue 

AHAVA travel case. Rec’d—5/ 

15/2008. Est. Value—$150.00. 

Location—Handled pursuant to 

Secret Service policy.

Her Excellency Dali Itzik, Speaker 

of the Knesset of Israel.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Gold brooch with Liberian seal, 

black sash with multicolored details and embroidered with 

‘‘Mrs. Bush’’ and ‘‘Akwabaa,’’ a 

green sash with the Grand Cordon in the Most Venerable 

Order of the Knighthood of the 

Pioneers gold-tone medal with 

4′′ silver brooch replica of the 

Grand Cordon in the Most Venerable Order of the Pioneers 

medal, and an award certificate 

signed by Her Excellency Ellen 

Johnson Sirleaf. Rec’d—2/19/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,085.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Her Excellency Ellen Johnson 

Sirleaf, President of the Republic of Liberia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 3′′ 18 carat gold bamboo broach 

with a golden Southsea pearl 

and a genuine stingray leather 

jewelry box. Rec’d—6/24/2008. 

Est. Value—$960.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Her Excellency Gloria MacapagalArroyo, President of the Republic of the Philippines.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

First Lady ....................................... Two 8′′ × 10′′ framed photos of 

divers, a CD, two 4′′ × 6′′ 

framed photos of Mrs. Bush 

and Her Excellency Nouria AlSubaih, and a small sterling silver bird figurine held in a frame. 

Rec’d—2/25/2008. Est. Value— 

$336.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Her Excellency Nouria Al-Subaih, 

Minister of Education and Higher Education, Kuwait.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Seven large silk fabrics held in an 

ivory silk case. Rec’d—5/16/ 

2008. Est. Value—$9,819.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Her Royal Highness Hessa bint 

Trad Al-Shaalan, Princess, Riyadh.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 5′′ × 7′′ antique silver jeweled box 

with traditional design and 

twenty-one 3′′ silver symbolic 

Tuareg crosses held in a traditional decorative wooden frame. 

Rec’d—9/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$789.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Abdelaziz 

Bouteflika, President of the 

People’s Democratic Republic 

of Algeria.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 17′′ × 51′′ raw silk embroidered 

table runner. Rec’d—1/7/2008. 

Est. Value—$445.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Abdullah Gul, 

President of the Republic of 

Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Large kora (traditional string instrument from Mali). Rec’d—2/ 

12/2008. Est. Value—$400.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Amadou Toumani 

Toure ́, President of the Republic of Mali.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Burgundy patent leather jewelry 

box and matching purse. 

Rec’d—10/30/2008. Est. 

Value—$563.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 72′′ × 144′′ double damask satin 

linen tablecloth by Thomas 

Furguson. Rec’d—3/17/2008. 

Est. Value—$429.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Bertie Ahern, T.D., 

Prime Minister of Ireland.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 12 white linen napkins with multicolored animals with matching 

48′′ × 60′′ white table linen and 

native dress with jems and embroidered details. Rec’d—2/16/ 

2008. Est. Value—$600.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Boni Yayi and Mrs. 

Chantal Jean De Souza Yayi, 

President of the Republic of 

Benin.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 11′′ blue lapis vase with floral 

inlay. Rec’d—4/3/2008. Est. 

Value—$550.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 4′′ silver Hoopoe bird with Indian 

enameling known as Meenakari 

designed by Blue Bird and four 

‘‘Sound Scapes: Music of the 

Deserts, Valleys, Rivers and 

Mountains’’ CD set. Rec’d—9/ 

25/2008. Est. Value—$650.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Dr. Manmohan 

Singh, Prime Minister of the 

Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 14′′ ornately painted gourd with 

traditional design and removable lid. Rec’d—3/13/2008. Est. 

Value—$350.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Felipe de Jesus 

Calderon Hinojosa, President of 

the United Mexican States.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

First Lady ....................................... Gold necklace, earrings, and 

bracelet set featuring symbols 

of Ghana. Rec’d—2/21/2008. 

Est. Value—$2,000.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency John Agyekum 

Kufuor, President of the Republic of Ghana.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... White china tea set with blue accents by Young Sook Park, an 

assortment of personalized 

Elord casual wear, a pink silk 

scarf, tennis shoes, and a personalized baseball cap. Rec’d— 

4/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,382.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Lee Myung-bak, 

President of the Republic of 

Korea, Seoul.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... White porcelain rose held on a 

wooden stand. Rec’d—10/18/ 

2008. Est. Value—$450.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Nicolas Sarkozy, 

President of the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Six E. Marinella silk scarves. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,920.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Three multicolored E. Marinella 

silk scarves. Rec’d—10/13/ 

2008. Est. Value—$480.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 20′′ × 24′′ framed embroidered 

artwork of a vase with various 

purple flowers. Rec’d—1/28/ 

2008. Est. Value—$350.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Sun Jiazheng, 

Minister of Culture of the People’s Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... White sheer scarf with silver details and a traditional Romanian 

folk costume including a robe, 

gold silk head scarf, skirt, and a 

belt. Rec’d—4/1/2008. Est. 

Value—$766.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Traian Basescu 

and Mrs. Maria Basescu, President and First Lady of Romania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Two 15′′ hand-painted carved 

wooden statues in traditional 

male and female Ukranian attire. Rec’d—9/29/2008. Est. 

Value—$600.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Large silver traditional necklace 

with bells, embroidered fur-lined 

traditional wrap, beaded traditional head cover with tassels, 

yellow traditional beaded robe, 

and a book titled ‘‘Traditional 

Crafts of Saudi Arabia’’ by John 

Topham. Rec’d—1/15/2008. 

Est. Value—$4,085.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

His Royal Highness Sultan Bin 

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, 

Secretary General, Supreme 

Commission for Tourism, Riyadh.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Green pashmina wrap with embroidered peach and burgundy 

floral design. Rec’d—7/28/2008. 

Est. Value—$387.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Begum Fauzia Gillani, Office 

of the Prime Minister of The Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 10′′ black quilted silk Chanel 

handbag with silver chain. 

Rec’d—6/13/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,500.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Mrs. Carla Sarkozy, Office of the 

President of the Republic of 

France.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

First Lady ....................................... Ornate Turkish silver mirror with 

lace envelope and two books titled ‘‘My Name is Red,’’ by 

Orhan Pamuk and Erdag 

Goknar and ‘‘Hagia Sophia: A 

Vision for Empires.’’ Rec’d—1/ 

18/2008. Est. Value—$520.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Fatma Gulgun Sensoy, Embassy of the Republic of Turkey.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 17′′ × 51′′ raw silk embroidered 

table runner. Rec’d—1/7/2008. 

Est. Value—$445.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Hayru ̈nnisa Gu ̈l, Office of 

Minister of Foreign Affairs of 

the Republic of Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 2′′ pink enamel carnation pendant 

on gold chain by Master 

Avedis. Rec’d—9/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$550.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Hayru ̈nnisa Gu ̈l, Office of 

Minister of Foreign Affairs of 

the Republic of Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Brown and gold beaded basket 

and a Rwandan table set including brown and gold beaded 

placemats, napkin rings, and 

coasters held in matching beaded container with lid. Rec’d—2/ 

18/2008. Est. Value—$385.00. 

Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Jeannette Kagame, First 

Lady of Rwanda.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... A book in Japanese about protecting the Eart, nine sketches 

of various families protecting 

the environment, a 

‘‘Kobuskusa’’ (small decorative 

cloth), purple silk scarf, small 

hand painted bamboo bowl, a 

hand painted red sake cup personalized with Mrs. Bush’s initials, hand painted seashells, 

papier mache masks of President and Mrs. Bush, a framed 

origami American flag, a woven 

obi with gold and silver leaf pattern, a small decorative bean 

bag doll on a clear stand, two 

small painted stress balls, and 

a book titled ‘‘Gift Wrapping 

with Textiles: Stylish Ideas from 

Japan,’’ by Chizuko Morita. 

Rec’d—7/8/2008. Est. Value— 

$4,585.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Mrs. Kiyoko Fukuda, Office of the 

Prime Minister and Chief Cabinet Secretary, Office of the 

Prime Minister of Japan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... White sheer scarf with silver details and a traditional Romanian 

folk costume including a robe, 

gold silk head scarf, skirt, and a 

belt. Rec’d—4/1/2008. Est. 

Value—$766.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Maria Basescu, Office of the 

President of Romania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Local vegetable floral arrangement. Rec’d—11/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$50.00. Location—Handled pursuant to Secret Service 

policy.

Mrs. Pilar Nores de Garcia, The 

First Lady of the Republic of 

Peru, Palacio de Gobierno, 

Plaza de Arnas, Lima.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

First Lady ....................................... 7′′ silver spoon pin with red stone 

in center and Peruvian designs, 

colorful traditional Peruvian 

woven table runner, and a book 

titled ‘‘The Incas: Art and Symbols.’’ Rec’d—11/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$312.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Pilar Nores de Garcia, The 

First Lady of the Republic of 

Peru, Palacio de Gobierno, 

Plaza de Arnas, Lima.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 55′′ × 55′′ beige silk scarf with 

gold details by Valentin 

Yudashkin. Rec’d—7/8/2008. 

Est. Value—$390.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Svetlana Medvedeva, Office 

of the President of the Russian 

Federation.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Stainless steel set of 12 knives, 

forks, and spoons and one 

serving spatula with traditional 

Lebanese design on handles by 

S & S Haddad. Rec’d—9/23/ 

2008. Est. Value—$900.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

Mrs. Wafaa Sleiman, Office of the 

President of The Republic of 

Lebanon.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Dark blue silk scarf and a 13 

piece white porcelain tea set 

with brown and gold details 

handmade by Slovenian artists. 

Rec’d—6/9/2008. Est. Value— 

$501.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Ms. Urska Bacovnik, Office of the 

Prime Minister of the Republic 

of Slovenia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 8′′ ornately hand carved traditional 

wooden elephant with small 

elephant inside and enamel design. Rec’d—9/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$700.00. Location—Archives.

The Honorable Daggubati 

Purandeswari, Minister of State 

for Human Resource Development, Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... 36′′ × 48′′ colorful embroidered 

cloth and a traditional Kurdish 

outfit with metallic copper-colored vest and pants with a 

sheer beaded patterned robe. 

Rec’d—10/28/2008. Est. 

Value—$473.00. Location—Archives Foreign.

The Honorable Masoud Barzani, 

President of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Lady ....................................... Floral arrangement of roses and 

orchids and assorted chocolates by Lenotre Paris. Rec’d— 

11/4/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,791.00. Location—Handled 

pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Majesty Mohammed VI, King 

of Morocco.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... Eight East African Blackwood 

carved wooden statues, two 

carved wood wall plaques, and 

four framed paintings of native 

people, animals, and scenery. 

Rec’d—2/18/2008. Est. Value— 

$8,815.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

Mr. Kabissa, Deputy Chief of Protocol, Embassy of the United 

Republic of Tanzania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... Crystal bowl with ‘‘10 Downing 

Street’’ etched around the rim. 

Rec’d—6/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,300.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

The Right Honorable James Gordon Brown, M.P., Prime Minister, London.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

First Family .................................... Porcelain tea set painted with 

colorful churches and flowers 

stamped ‘‘St. Petersberg 1744’’ 

underneath each piece. 

Rec’d—4/6/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,444.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Vladimir Putin, 

Chairman of the Government of 

the Russian Federation, Moscow.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... 68′′ red, white, and blue beaded 

American flag spear with 20’’ 

matching red, white, and blue 

beaded American flag shield 

and a 38’’ green, blue, and yellow beaded walking stick held 

in a woven basket. Rec’d—2/ 

18/2008. Est. Value— 

$4,200.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Paul Kagame, 

President of the Republic of 

Rwanda, Kigali.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... Wood vase made from spalted 

crabapple, by Garry Bowes. 

Rec’d—7/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$350.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

The Right Honorable Stephen 

Harper, P.C., M.P., Prime Minister of Canada, Ottawa.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... Various photos of His Excellency 

and Mrs. Lee Myung-bak with 

President and Mrs. George 

H.W. Bush and President and 

Mrs. George W. Bush in a digital frame and a photo album, 

three pieces of artwork featuring President and Mrs. Bush, 

and several books about Korean culture and history. 

Rec’d—4/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$3,927.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Excellency Lee Myung-bak, 

President of the Republic of 

Korea, Seoul.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

First Family .................................... Artwork: 61⁄2′′ × 9′′ signed photo 

of President and Mrs. Bush 

praying with His Holiness Pope 

Benedict XVI in the Oval Office; 

held in 111⁄2′′ × 15′′ sterling silver frame with gold Vatican 

coat of arms and a hardcover 

book titled ‘‘The Basilica of St. 

Peter in the Vatican.’’ Rec’d—6/ 

13/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,210.00. Location—Archives 

Foreign.

His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, 

Vatican City.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Abrams, Elliott.

Jewelry set including men’s and 

women’s diamond watches, diamond bracelet, earrings, 

cufflinks, and ring, and a Tiffany 

and Co. Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/ 

14/2008. Est. Value— 

$14,600.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Abrams, Elliott.

Large brown robe lined with wool. 

Rec’d—1/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$550.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Abrams, Elliott.

Framed 10′′ × 14′′ multicolored 

abstract painting with Arabic 

symbols. Rec’d—8/7/2008. Est. 

Value—$800.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

White House Staff Member. 

Abrams, Elliott.

7′′ gold vermeil statue of a falcon 

on a jasper stand. Rec’d—1/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$500.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Ansley, Judith.

Two E. Marinella silk scarves. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$490.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

Jewelry set including men’s and 

women’s diamond watches, diamond bracelet, earrings, 

cufflinks, and ring, and a Tiffany 

and Co. Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/ 

14/2008. Est. Value— 

$10,225.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

Large black robe with gold accents lined with wool. Rec’d—1/ 

15/2008. Est. Value—$550.00. 

Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

64′′ × 45′′ Afghan wool rug with 

burgundy, brown, blue and orange repeating geometric patterns with 2’’ beige fringe. 

Rec’d—5/17/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Dr. Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

37′′ × 58′′ yellow and burgundy 

woven rug with floral design. 

Rec’d—12/14/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,800.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Excellency Jalal Talabani, 

President of the Republic of 

Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

Pair of black platinum plated Delta 

pens with ink and leather case. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

7′′ gold vermeil horse on a green 

marble stand. Rec’d—1/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$500.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Bolten, Joshua B.

29′′ × 41′′ abstract multicolored 

painting of a man sitting; held in 

a silver-tone frame. Rec’d—8/7/ 

2008. Est. Value—$2,500.00. 

Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed 

bin Rashid al-Maktoum, Vice 

President and Prime Minister of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Edward.Jewelry set including a men’s diamond watch, diamond earrings, 

bracelet, cufflinks, and ring, and 

a Tiffany and Co. Atlas pen. 

Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. Value— 

$13,200.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Edward.7′′ × 41⁄2′′ × 2′′ lapis box with 

stone floral design on hinged 

lid. Rec’d—5/17/2008. Est. 

Value—$420.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Excellency Dr. Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Edward.Pair of black platinum plated Delta 

pens with ink and leather case. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00. Location—Handled 

pursuant to Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Edward.5′′ gold vermeil horse on a green 

marble stand. Rec’d—1/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$350.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.Jewelry set including men’s and 

women’s watches, diamond 

ring, bracelet, earrings, and 

cufflinks, and a Tiffany and Co. 

Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/14/2008. 

Est. Value—$15,050.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.Clothing: Large brown robe with 

gold accents lined with wool; 

held in a green and white trunk. 

Rec’d—1/15/2008. Est. Value— 

$550.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.9′′ sterling silver plate with blue 

and red floral design on tile insert. Rec’d—6/5/2008. Est. 

Value—$602.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Excellency Ali Babacan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and 

Chief EU Negotiator of the Republic of Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.61⁄4′′ white octagon-shaped inlaid 

jewelry box with floral design on 

the lid. Rec’d—9/26/2008. Est. 

Value—$390.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Excellency Dr. Manmohan 

Singh, Prime Minister of the 

Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.Pair of black platinum plated Delta 

pens with ink and leather case. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.Black leather suitcase with combination locks. Rec’d—8/5/ 

2008. Est. Value—$356.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Excellency Syed Yousaf Raza 

Gillani, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.8′′ gold vermeil ram on a green 

marble stand. Rec’d—1/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$650.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.Framed 25′′ × 31′′ painting of a 

building and a palm tree by the 

beach. Rec’d—8/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$650.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed 

bin Rashid al-Maktoum, Vice 

President and Prime Minister of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

White House Staff Member. Hadley, Stephen.14′′ gold vermeil statue of a camel 

and two trees on a green marble base. Rec’d—3/26/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,500.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Majesty Shaikh Hamad Bin 

Isa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, King 

of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hagin, 

Joe.

Jewelry set including a men’s and 

women’s watch, diamond 

bracelet, earrings, cufflinks, and 

ring, and a Tiffany and Co. 

Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/14/2008. 

Est. Value—$10,290.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hagin, 

Joe.

Large grey robe with gold accents 

lined with wool. Rec’d—1/15/ 

2008. Est. Value—$550.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hagin, 

Joe.

Silver business card holder, a 

book titled ‘‘Romania: Tourist 

Guide’’ by Maria Pascaru, a 

black leather attache ́ case, and 

a set of eight fabric art prints 

featuring black and white 

scenes of Bucharest. Rec’d—4/ 

2/2008. Est. Value—$389.00. 

Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Traian Basescu, 

President of Romania.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Hagin, 

Joe.

6’’ gold vermeil horse on a green 

marble stand; held in a green 

leather case. Rec’d—1/14/2008. 

Est. Value—$500.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Jeffrey, James.61⁄2′′ × 8′′ porcelain Herme`s tray 

with multicolored rococo patterns and blue and gold lining. 

Rec’d—7/14/2008. Est. Value— 

$600.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Edward 

Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign 

Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. LTG 

Lute, Douglas.

69′′ × 51′′ Afghani rug with diamond pattern and burnt orange, 

beige, and maroon accents. 

Rec’d—2/17/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,000.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Abdul Rahim 

Wardak, Minister of Defense of 

the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. LTG 

Lute, Douglas.

48′′ × 70′′ Afghani rug with diamond pattern and burnt orange, 

beige, and maroon accents. 

Rec’d—5/9/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Abdul Rahim 

Wardak, Minister of Defense of 

the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

McGurn, William J.

Eloga Wintime men’s watch with 2 

dials, diamonds, and steel 

strap. Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,450.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

White House Staff Member. 

McGurn, William J.

Jewelry set with women’s watch, 

diamond cufflinks, earrings, 

bracelet, and ring, and a Tiffany 

and Co. Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/ 

14/2008. Est. Value— 

$11,575.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

McGurn, William J.

Dark blue robe with black accents 

lined with wool. Rec’d—1/15/ 

2008. Est. Value—$550.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

McGurn, William J.

9′′ gold vermeil statue of an Arab 

man with a bird on a green 

plastic stand. Rec’d—1/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$400.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

McGurn, William J.

7′′ gold vermeil horse on a lapis 

stand. Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. 

Value—$500.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Perino, Dana.

Jewelry set including men’s and 

women’s diamond watches, diamond bracelet, earrings, 

cufflinks, and ring, and a Tiffany 

and Co. Atlas pen. Rec’d—1/ 

14/2008. Est. Value— 

$14,625.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Perino, Dana.

Wool-lined brown robe with pink 

accents and a green shawl with 

various designs. Rec’d—1/15/ 

2008. Est. Value—$670.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Perino, Dana.

7′′ gold painted sterling silver statue of a castle on a maroon jasper stand; held in a black leather case. Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. 

Value—$500.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Price, 

Daniel.

Pair of black platinum plated Delta 

pens with ink and leather case. 

Rec’d—6/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$480.00 Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Ramchard, Nikhil N..

41⁄2′′ silver bowl with Saudi Arabia 

coat of arms. Rec’d—1/30/ 

2008. Est. Value—$449.00 Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Excellency Adel Al-Jubeir, 

Ambassador of the Kingdom of 

Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. Rasmussen, Nicholas.Pasha de Cartier ballpoint pen 

with platinum finish. Rec’d—6/ 

10/2008. Est. Value—$680.00. 

Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

The Honorable Ali bin Fetais alMarri, Attorney General of the 

State of Qatar.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

White House Staff Member. Singh, 

Michael.

Framed 9′′ × 12′′ multicolored abstract painting of various geometric shapes. Rec’d—8/8/ 

2008. Est. Value—$800.00. Location—Transferred to General 

Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed 

bin Rashid al-Maktoum, Vice 

President and Prime Minister of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Wainstein, Ken.

A book titled ‘‘The Construction of 

Al Hashemi II: A Voyage 

Through the History of Wooden 

Ships, A Concise History of Kuwait, The Art of Making Traditional Vessels,’’ compiled by 

Abdul Husain Mohammed Rafie 

Marafie and a small glass block 

with Kuwait City etched in the 

center. Rec’d—8/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$590.00. Location— 

Transferred to General Services 

Administration.

His Excellency Sheikh Nasser 

Mohammad Al Sabah, Prime 

Minister of the State of Kuwait.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Wainstein, Ken.

38′′ silver sword; held in a scabbard and sword case. Rec’d— 

11/10/2008. Est. Value— 

$850.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

The Honorable Ali bin Fetais alMarri, Attorney General of the 

State of Qatar.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Warwood, Jordan.

Silver Longines Grande Vitesse 

men’s watch with three dials. 

Rec’d—8/13/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,350.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

His Excellency Ali Fahad Falih alShahwany Al-Hajri, Ambassador of the State of Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Yanes, Raul.

Jewelry set including Philip Stein 

Teslar men’s and women’s 

watches, diamond cufflinks, 

ring, bracelet, and earrings, and 

a Tiffany and Co. Atlas pen. 

Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. Value— 

$12,215.00. Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Yanes, Raul.

Large grey robe lined with wool, 

and a beige shawl. Rec’d—1/ 

15/2008. Est. Value—$600.00. 

Location—Transferred to General Services Administrations.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

White House Staff Member. 

Yanes, Raul.

7′′ gold vermeil statue of a tree 

and horse on a marble stand. 

Rec’d—1/14/2008 Est. Value— 

$500.00. Location—Transferred 

to General Services Administrations.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: THE WHITE HOUSE, OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Ten jars of Oscietra Caspian caviar ($2190); Tovuz cognac 

($58); box of pomegranates 

($210); ten bottles of 

pomegrante juice ($260); 

Rec’d—9/3/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,718.00. Location—Disposition: Handled pursuant to U.S. 

Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, 

President of the Republic of 

Azerbaijan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Photo album. Rec’d—9/3/2008. 

Est. Value—$295.00. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, 

President of the Republic of 

Azerbaijan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Handmade silk Azerbaijan carpet. 

Rec’d—9/3/2008. Est. Value— 

$6,800. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, 

President of the Republic of 

Azerbaijan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Six tea cups in gold and silver 

holders ($225); engraved silver 

bracelet ($95); engraved silver 

belt ($300); Rec’d—9/3/2008. 

Est. Value—$620. Location— 

Archives.

His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, 

President of the Republic of 

Azerbaijan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Preserved fruits and jellies. 

Rec’d—9/3/2008. Est. Value— 

$120. Location—Disposition: 

Handled pursuant to U.S. Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, 

President of the Republic of 

Azerbaijan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney and 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney.

White linen embroidered men’s 

shirt ($115); wool wall hanging 

($140); white linen embroidered 

woman’s blouse and red beaded necklace ($85); pair of 

Ukrainian ceramic dolls ($146); 

two silver brooches in wooden 

boxes ($150). Rec’d—9/4/2008. 

Est. Value—$636. Location— 

Archives.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney and 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney.

Two bottles 1940 Massandra 

Golden Collection Wine. 

Rec’d—9/4/2008. Est. Value— 

$256. Location—Disposition: 

Handled pursuant to U.S. Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Framed photograph ($55); three 

coffee table books about 

Ukraine ($195). Rec’d—9/4/ 

2008. Est. Value—$250. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Three Ukrainian cookbooks. 

Rec’d—9/4/2008. Est. Value— 

$90. Location—Retained.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President’s daughters and 

grandchildren.

Seven copies of a Ukrainian children’s book ($105); six plush 

stuffed animals ($90); three 

girls’ blouses ($147); three 

boys’ shirts ($117); wooden toy 

cart with horses ($111). 

Rec’d—9/4/2008. Est. Value— 

$570. Location—Retained.

His Excellency Viktor Andriyovych 

Yushchenko, President of 

Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Five E. Marinella neckties. 

Rec’d—11/17/2008. Est. 

Value—$675. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Gold, malachite and mother-ofpearl model of the A.-Massmak 

Fort, with gold vermeil plaque. 

Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. Value— 

$8,000. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... The King Abd-al-Aziz Sash (a 

large gold vermeil medal on a 

green ribbon sash, with two 

cloth lapel pins. Rec’d—3/22/ 

2008. Est. Value—$450. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Two Samsung D880 Duo cell 

phones. Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,400. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... 12 kg Saudi Arabian dates 

($264); large box of milk chocolates ($250); four bottles of perfumed oils ($96). Rec’d—3/22/ 

2008. Est. Value—$610. Location—Disposition: Handled pursuant to U.S. Secret Service 

policy.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Diamond and emerald jewelry set. 

Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. Value— 

$65,000. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Two pairs of Dr. Scholl’s high 

heeled clogs. Rec’d—3/22/ 

2008. Est. Value—$300. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice President’s daughter.Diamond and ruby jewelry set. 

Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. Value— 

$85,000. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice President’s daughter.Three pairs of Dr. Scholl’s high 

heeled clogs. Rec’d—3/22/ 

2008. Est. Value—$450. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

David Addington, Chief of Staff to 

the Vice President.

White gold and diamond jewelry 

set. Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$16,700. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

John Hannah, Assistant to the 

Vice President for National Security Affairs.

White gold, emerald and diamond 

jewelry set. Rec’d—3/22/2008. 

Est. Value—$14,610. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Samantha Ravich, Deputy Assistant to the Vice President for National Security Affairs.Gold jewelry set, with diamonds, 

quartz and kunzite stones. 

Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. Value— 

$9,425. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Robert Karem, Special Assistant to 

the Vice President for National 

Security Affairs.

White gold, smoky quartz and diamond jewelry set. Rec’d—3/22/ 

2008. Est. Value—$10,250. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lea Anne Foster, Asst. to the Vice 

President for Communications.

Gold vermeil and diamond jewelry 

set. Rec’d—3/22/2008. Est. 

Value—$15,350. Location—Archives.

Abdullah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, 

Custodian of the Two Holy 

Mosques, King of the Kingdom 

of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Ornate plate from the Osmanli 

Collection. Rec’d—6/12/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,190. Location— 

Archives.

His Excellency Alli Babacan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the 

Republic of Turkey.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Traditional Kurdish women’s 

clothing—vest, pants and 

overdress—with 21 Karat gold 

necklace. Rec’d—4/3/2008. Est. 

Value—$5,175. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Masoud Barzani, 

President of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: THE WHITE HOUSE, OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice President’s daughter.Traditional Kurdish women’s 

clothing—vest, pants and 

overdress—with 21 Karat gold 

necklace. Rec’d—4/3/2008. Est. 

Value—$5,175. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Masoud Barzani, 

President of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Large cowskin nesting bowl. 

Rec’d—1/14/2008. Est. Value— 

$165. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Saqr Ghobash, 

Embassy of the United Arab 

Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Gift basket of fruits, nuts, tea and 

chocolate. Rec’d—1/14/2008. 

Est. Value—$275. Location— 

Disposition: Handled pursuant 

to U.S. Secret Service policy.

His Excellency Saqr Ghobash, 

Embassy of the United Arab 

Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Twelve E. Marinella neckties. 

Rec’d—10/15/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,620. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Two E. Marinella neckscarves. 

Rec’d—10/15/2008. Est. 

Value—$500. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Silvio Berlusconi, 

President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Book with sculpted leather cover, 

entitled Subbi, Paintings of Olev 

Subbi. Rec’d—4/24/2008. Est. 

Value—$2,000. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Toomas Hendrik 

Ilves, President of the Republic 

of Estonia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Brass candelabra covered with 

lapis lazuli. Rec’d—5/6/2008. 

Est. Value—$500. Location— 

Archives.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Wool carpet of Ghazni Turkmen 

weave. Rec’d—5/6/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,200. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Wool carpet of Afghanistan origin. 

Rec’d—4/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$580. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Abdul Khalili, Vice 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Book of Books, in Hebrew, with 

leather cover, gilded pages, in 

a slipcase; First Strike by 

Shlomo Nakdiman. Rec’d—4/4/ 

2008. Est. Value—$477. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Ehud Olmert, 

Prime Minister of Israel.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Sterling silver tea set. Rec’d—4/3/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,000. Location—Archives.

His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin 

Said, Sultan of Oman.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Three catalogues from the Museum of Time Pieces at Qasr Al 

Alam; DVD of Royal Equestrian 

and Camel Festival. Rec’d—4/ 

3/2008. Est. Value—$210. Location—Retained.

His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin 

Said, Sultan of Oman.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Sterling silver sculpture of a palm 

tree. Rec’d—3/26/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,000. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Jalal Talabani, 

President of Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Wooden inlaid candy box. 

Rec’d—3/26/2008. Est. Value— 

$50. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Jalal Talabani, 

President of Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Silk and wool Egyptian carpet in 

the Isfahan pattern. Rec’d—4/3/ 

2008. Est. Value—$1,050. Location—Archives.

Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi, 

Commander-in-Chief of the 

Egyptian Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Mrs. Lynne Cheney ....................... Gold scarab bracelet with three 

blue stones. Rec’d—4/3/2008. 

Est. Value—$750. Location— 

Archives.

Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi, 

Commander-in-Chief of the 

Egyptian Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Framed print of the Gavrilo Pricip 

Bridge in Sarajevo. Rec’d—1/7/ 

2008. Est. Value—$450. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Dr. Bisera 

Turkovic, Ambassador of Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

David Addington, Chief of Staff to 

the Vice President.

Small framed painting of a Bosnian street scene. Rec’d—1/7/ 

2008. Est. Value—$350. Location—General Services Administration.

His Excellency Dr. Bisera 

Turkovic, Ambassador of Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice President Dick Cheney .......... Framed antique map of the Lithuanian region. Rec’d—9/26/ 

2008. Est. Value—$420. Location—Archives.

His Excellency Yuriy Yekhanurov, 

Defense Minister of Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

John Hannah, Assistant to the 

Vice President for National Security Affairs.

Zilli necktie ($398); Perry Ellis 

Parfum ($109); Alpina Chocolates ($108). Rec’d—2/5/2008. 

Est. Value—$605. Location— 

General Services Administration.

Qassim Abbas Daoud, Council of 

Representatives United Iraqi Alliance.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

John Hannah, Assistant to the 

Vice President for National Security Affairs.

Wool carpet of Afghanistan origin. 

Rec’d—5/6/2008. Est. Value— 

$790. Location—General Services Administration.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

David Addington, Chief of Staff to 

the Vice President.

Wool carpet of Afghanistan origin. 

Rec’d—5/6/2008. Est. Value— 

$800. Location—General Services Administration.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Samantha Ravich, Deputy Asst. to 

the Vice President for National 

Security Affairs.

Wool carpet of Afghanistan origin. 

Rec’d—5/6/2008. Est. Value— 

$800. Location—General Services Administration.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

John Hannah, Assistant to the 

Vice President for National Security Affairs.

Zilli necktie ($398); Valentino 

necktie ($98). Rec’d—6/11/ 

2008. Est. Value—$496. Location—General Services Administration.

Sadiq al Rikabi, Iraqi General Director for External Relations.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Ceremonial (traditional) robe in 

velvet and wood chest with gold 

decoration. Rec’d—January 13, 

2008. Est. Value—$850.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Pearl choker. Rec’d—November 

9, 2008. Est. Value—$1,400.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

Ms. Benita Ferrero-Waldner, 

Member of the European Commission External Relations and 

Neighborhood Policy.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Painting of Khobe Indian woman 

from Chiriqui, Panama. Rec’d— 

December 9, 2008. Est. 

Value—$440.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Samuel Lewis 

Navarro, First Vice-President 

and Foreign Minister of the Republic of Panama.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. 2 framed political cartoons (and 

binder explaining significance of 

items) 2. jersey with Secretary 

Rice’s name on back 3. 4 classical music CDs. Rec’d—December 8, 2008. Est. Value— 

$388.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

The Right Honorable David 

Miliband, Secretary of State for 

Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs of the United Kingdom.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Framed picture made of silk fabric 

strings in design of flowers. 

Rec’d—December 12, 2008. 

Est. Value—$440.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Dai Bingguo, State 

Councilor of the People’s Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Book—Prince Mohamed 

Bolkiah, Time and the River, a 

Memoir—signed with dedication 

2. Gold coin with picture of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. 

Rec’d—December 14, 2008. 

Est. Value—$895.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Bandar Seri 

Begawan, Minister of Foreign 

Affairs and Trade of Brunei 

Darussalam.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Lalique crystal perfume bottle. 

Rec’d—June 12, 2008. Est. 

Value—$878.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Bernard Kouchner, 

Minister of Foreign Affairs of 

the French Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Ornate glass (crystal) perfume decanter with frosted floral detail 

from the ‘‘Crystal de Sevres’’ 

company in France. Rec’d— 

January 31, 2008. Est. Value— 

$385.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Excellency Herve ́ Morin, Minister of Defense of the French 

Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Necklace—single pearl on black 

cord. Rec’d—February 27, 

2008. Est. Value—$520.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Excellency Takeo Kawamura, 

Chief Cabinet Secretary of 

Japan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Diamond ring in wood box 2. 

DVD with musical instrument 3. 

Locket with Qadhafi’s photo. 

Rec’d—September 5, 2008. 

Est. Value—$212,225.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

Colonel Muammar Abu Minyar alQadhafi, Leader of the Revolution of the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Decorative silver plated and coral 

boat in leather display case. 

Rec’d—September 6, 2008. 

Est. Value—$360.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Abdelaziz 

Bouteflika, President of the 

People’s Democratic Republic 

of Algeria.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Heavy metal (bronze) statue of a 

woman. Rec’d—July 15, 2008. 

Est. Value—$585.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Blaise Compaore ́, 

President of Burkina Faso.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Sabre with brass hilt and leather 

handgrip; sheath has a dedication plaque to Secretary Rice. 

Rec’d—August 20, 2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Lech Kaczynski, 

President of the Republic of Poland on behalf of the People of 

Poland.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Watercolor of Secretary Rice. 

Rec’d—June 29, 2008. Est. 

Value—$1,200.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Yang Jiechi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the 

People’s Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Painting of old house by Pavel 

Mitkov. Rec’d—July 9, 2008. 

Est. Value—$900.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Sergei Stanishev, 

Prime Minister of the Republic 

of Bulgaria.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

China tea set—teapot, mugs and 

saucers. Rec’d—July 8, 2008. 

Est. Value—$680.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Karel 

Schwarzenberg, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Framed figure of Princess Olha 

and medals. Rec’d—April 1, 

2008. Est. Value—$520.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Excellency Volodymyr 

Ohryzko, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

18k yellow gold Liberian ‘‘ V’’ 

Bracelet. Rec’d—February 19, 

2008. Est. Value—$420.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

Her Excellency Olubanke KingAkerele, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Liberia.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

18k yellow gold filigree bracelet 

with scarab design. Rec’d— 

March 25, 2008. Est. Value— 

$950.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Field Marshall Mohamed Hussein 

Tantawi, Commander in Chief 

of the Egyptian Armed Forces 

of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

18k yellow gold neckace, bracelet, and earrings with Andrinka 

symbols of Ghana. Rec’d—February 20, 2008. Est. Value— 

$2,250.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Excellency John Agyekum 

Kufuor, President of the Republic of Ghana.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Gold, diamond and saphire set 

with necklace, ring, bracelet 

and earrings 2. Ceremonial 

robe and scarf (red and blue). 

Rec’d—January 14, 2008. Est. 

Value—$230,145.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Book: ‘‘ Museum of Historical 

Treasures of Ukraine’’ 2. ‘‘ 

Scythian Gold’’ framed pictorials in gold of ancient history 

of Ukraine. Rec’d—September 

22, 2008. Est. Value—$415.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Excellency Volodymyr 

Ohryzko, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Plaque from the 2008 Olympics— 

5 gold-plated Olympic mascots, 

limited edition #22,470 of 

50,000. Rec’d—January 1, 

2008. Est. Value—$1,000.00. 

Disposition—Permission to Retain for official use only.

Unknown Foreign Government 

Official, People’s Republic of 

China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Framed picture of trees on hillside 

surrounding stream made of 

amber and quartz. Rec’d—September 29, 2008. Est. Value— 

$385.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Her Excellency Yuliya 

Volodymyrivna Tymoshenko, 

Prime Minister of Ukraine.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. 1 Bottle (2.5 fl oz) of Guerlain 

perfume with sprayer 2. porcelain dish by Hermes. Rec’d— 

July 14, 2008. Est. Value— 

$1,120.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Excellency Edward 

Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign 

Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

3 screen picture frame with Indian 

art. Rec’d—March 24, 2008. 

Est. Value—$365.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Pranab Kumar 

Mukherjee, Minister of External 

Affairs of the Republic of India.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Gold arched building with clock, 

entitled ‘‘Babel Bahrain’’. 

Rec’d—March 24, 2008. Est. 

Value—$940.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa 

Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, King of 

the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Tan and grey bowl with leaf design signed by artist at bottom 

2. Larger tan and grey bowl 

with leaf design signed by artist 

at bottom—arrived BROKEN. 

Rec’d—November 5, 2008. Est. 

Value—$570.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Majesty King Abdullah II bin 

Al Hussein, King of the 

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Leather presentation box with (1) 

glass candle votive with mother-of-pearl and tooled leather 

decor, (2) mother-of-pearl photo 

frame, (3) candle holder (4) 

leather desk decorations. 

Rec’d—January 16, 2008. Est. 

Value—$425.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Majesty and Her Majesty King 

Abdullah and Queen Rania, 

King and Queen of the 

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Rug 36′′ × 60′′ in green bag. 

Rec’d—October 24, 2008. Est. 

Value—$350.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Rehman Malik, 

Minister of Interior of the Islamic 

Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Framed carpet (probably silk on 

wool), autumn landscape with 

trees on the sides, path in the 

middle—approx 3.5′ × 2.5′. 

Rec’d—January 15, 2008. Est. 

Value—$550.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Sayyed Abdul Aziz 

Al-Hakim, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Islamic Revolution in Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Statue of a golden eagle on a 

marble stone slab, received 

with damage to the base. 

Rec’d—January 13, 2007. Est. 

Value—$1,850.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Painting by Hussein Sherif in 

black leather case, 19′′ × 12.5′′. 

Rec’d—July 21, 2008. Est. 

Value—$780.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Abdullah bin 

Zayed, Foreign Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Abstract painting. Rec’d—August 

8, 2008. Est. Value—$6,400.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Moroccan pottery plate and 

bowl set 2. Book on Marrakech. 

Rec’d—September 6, 2008. 

Est. Value—$380.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Abbas El Fassi, 

Prime Minister of the Kingdom 

of Morocco.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

Replica of a gold cup found in 

Trialeti, village Tsalkaddoring 

excavations dated XVIII–XVII 

B.C. Rec’d—March 19, 2008. 

Est. Value—$590.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Mikheil 

Saakashvili, President of Georgia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Silver and aromatic-wood ornamental vessel 2. Silver and aromatic-wood perfume bottleshaped table ornament. 

Rec’d—September 6, 2008. 

Est. Value—$625.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Zine El-Abidine 

Ben Ali, President of the Republic of Tunisia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1. Jeweled chalase (gold cup) inside wooden box. 2. Tbilivno— 

special reserve wine. 3. 

Sarajishvili—Georgian Cognac. 

Rec’d—July 9, 2008. Est. 

Value—$360.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Excellency Mikheil 

Saakashvili, President of Georgia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 

Secretary of State of the United 

States.

1: Bottle of fragrance for 

women—Eau de Parfum 

‘‘Amouge Lyric’’. 2: Bottle of fragrance for men ‘‘Amouge 

Lyric’’. Rec’d—October 6, 2008. 

Est. Value—$510.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Badr Hamad 

Hamood Al-Busaidi, Secretary 

General and Minister of Foreign 

Affairs of the Sultanate of 

Oman.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, 

Chief of Protocol.

Gold-plated camel and man walking in water, gold waves on tap 

of 4 sacks on camel back with 

molded faux marble/green plastic base. Rec’d—January 2, 

2008. Est. Value—$880.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Michele Sison, 

U.S. Ambassador to the United 

Arab Emirates.

Gold-plated figure of kneeling boy 

holding onto standing goat with 

head lowered, on faux marble 

green plastic base. Rec’d—January 2, 2008. Est. Value— 

$800.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin 

Zayed Al Nahyan, President of 

the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Ford Fraker, U.S. 

Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

(1) His and Hers black and white 

watches (2) silver cufflinks (3) 

diamond earrings, lattice bracelet, and ring set (4) silver pen 

with diamonds. Rec’d—January 

14, 2008. Est. Value— 

$45,000.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., 

U.S. Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China.

Bronze ‘‘ ding’’ a vessel used in 

ancient China, approximately 

10 pounds. Rec’d—October 21, 

2008. Est. Value—$400.00. 

Disposition—Permission to Retain for official use only.

His Excellency Dai Bingguo, State 

Councilor of the People’s Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, 

Chief of Protocol.

1: Robe; silk with paisley design 

in red and ivory, bancs of 

goldwrapped thread, lined in 

golden yellow cat-type fur 2: 

Shawl; wool, 5-petal rosettes, 

beige and maroon; both held in 

red and white velour box with 2 

combo locks. Rec’d—January 

1, 2008. Est. Value—$2,510.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Peter Coneway, 

U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland.

$2,700 Swiss Francs in cash. 

Rec’d—November 19, 2008. 

Est. Value—$2,464.34. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Francesco 

Canalini, Apostolic Nuncio of 

the Holy See.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Bryan Langley, Assistant Chief of 

Protocol.

Rolex watch style M499314 # 

116000–70200. Rec’d—August 

29, 2008. Est. Value— 

$3,750.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable David Welch, Assistant Secretary of State for 

Near Eastern Affairs.

1. Green leather briefcase 2. silver pen with diamonds 3. silver 

cufflinks 4. ladies’ watch with 

blue face and band 5. men’s 

watch with white face 6. Sapphire and diamond set of 

earrings, bracelet and ring. 

Rec’d—January 14, 2008. Est. 

Value—$45,000.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Sean McCormack, 

Assistant Secretary of State for 

Public Affairs and Department 

Spokesman.

Men’s watch, RADO brand with 

small likeness of Qadhafi’s face 

on watch face. Rec’d—September 4, 2008. Est. Value— 

$800.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Colonel Muammar Abu Minyar alQadhafi, Leader of the Revolution of the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, 

Chief of Protocol.

(1) His and Hers watches (2) emerald and diamond bracelet, 

earrings, and ring set (3) 

cufflinks with onyx (4) Tiffany’s 

pen. Rec’d—January 14, 2008. 

Est. Value—$65,000.00. Location—Pending Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Royal Highness Abdullah bin 

Abd al-Aziz Al Saud, Custodian 

of the Two Holy Mosques and 

King of the Kingdom of Saudi 

Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF STATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the U.S. 

Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., 

U.S. Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China.

Traditional Chinese small clay 

teapot produced by artist. 

Rec’d—September 22, 2008. 

Est. Value—$1,857.00. Disposition—Permission to Retain for 

official use only.

Mr. Lu Chang Cheng, Director 

General of the Public Security 

Bureau of Beijing Capital International Airport.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., 

U.S. Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China.

Traditional rug, approximately 3x5 

feet, red with colored pattern. 

Rec’d—October 10, 2008. Est. 

Value—$500.00. Disposition— 

Permission to Retain for official 

use only.

His Excellency Ahmad Eklil 

Hakimi, Ambassador of Afghanistan to China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Jess Baily, U.S. Team Leader, 

Erbil Regional Reconstruction 

Team in Iraq.

6.1 × 4.2 foot silk carpet of Iranian 

origin. Rec’d—June 23, 2008. 

Est. Value—$1,900.00. Location—Transfer to General Services Administration.

His Excellency Nechervan Idris 

Barzani, Prime Minister of the 

Kurdistan Regional Government 

in Erbil, Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable David Hale, U.S. 

Ambassador to Jordan.

One Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 

Jumbo watch with steel bracelet 

and white dial. Rec’d—February 

7, 2008. Est. Value— 

$12,500.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Majesty Abdullah II bin al 

Hussein, King of the Hashemite 

Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Tatum Fraites, Intern in the Office 

of the Chief of Protocol.

Women’s silver TagHeuer watch 

with pink face, ‘‘Aqua Pacer’’ 

REC3082. Rec’d—September 

3, 2008. Est. Value—$2,600.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Veronica Ruano, Protocol Officer .. Women’s silver TagHeuer 

watch— ‘‘Aqua Pacer’’ 

ERM9625. Rec’d—August 26, 

2008. Est. Value—$1,500.00. 

Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Thomas Rathburn, Budget Analyst 

for Office of the Chief of Protocol.

Men’s TagHeuer Watch—silver 

with black face. Rec’d—August 

29, 2008. Est. Value— 

$3,400.00. Location—Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable David Hale, U.S. 

Ambassador to Jordan.

One MTM Special Ops Black 

Predator Military watch. 

Rec’d—July 2, 2008. Est. 

Value—$450.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

His Majesty King Abdullah II bin al 

Hussein, King of the Hashemite 

Kingdom of Jordan and His Excellency Prince Faisal Al Fayez, 

Minister of the Royal Court of 

the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Goli Ameri, Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs.Synthetic, red and yellow Persian 

Rug, 4 × 6 feet. Rec’d—July 17, 

2008. Est. Value—$340.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

His Excellency Bahram 

Aksharzaden, President of the 

Islamic Republic of Iran 

Weightlifting Federation, Iranian 

Ministry of Sport.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government 


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AGENCY: CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, 

Director.

Sword with a copper and brass 

hilt in a leather scabbard. 

Rec’d—1/18/2008. Est. Value— 

$400.00. Location—To be retained for official display in appropriate office space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, 

Director.

Enamel and gilt sword with scabbard scimitar. Rec’d—3/12/ 

2008. Est. Value—$500.00. Location—To be retained for official display in appropriate office 

space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, 

Director.

Brass and green enamel model of 

a building, mounted on a green 

marble base. Rec’d—6/9/2008. 

Est. Value—$400.00. Location—To be retained for official 

display in appropriate office 

space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mr. Stephen R. Kappes, Deputy 

Director.

Gold plated replica of a building 

on a green leather plinth. 

Rec’d—12/17/2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Location—To 

be retained for official display in 

appropriate office space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

An Agency Employee .................... Silk rug, 6 feet by 4 feet, red and 

navy with zig zag border. 

Rec’d—9/28/2007. Est. Value— 

$500.00. Location—To be retained for official display in appropriate office space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

An Agency Employee .................... Silk rug, 6 feet by 4 feet, red and 

navy with zig zag border. 

Rec’d—9/28/2007. Est. Value— 

$500.00. Location—To be retained for official display in appropriate office space.

5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4) ....................... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF AIR FORCE

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Colonel Martin J. Schans, Commander, 47th Operations Group 

Laughlin AFB, TX.

Gentlemen’s Rolex Date Just 

Watch. Rec’d—7/29/2007. Est. 

Value—$4,403.00. Location— 

Transferred to GSA on 23 April 

2008.

Major General Mohhamed AlAyeesh, Deputy Commander, 

Royal Saudi Air Force.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Vern M. Dindley II, 

Director, Strategy, Plans and 

Policy United States Central 

Command (USCENTCOM), 

MacDill AFB, FL.

Fendi (Swiss) Automatic Wristwatch. Rec’d—1/16/2008. Est. 

Value—$895.00. Location— 

Transferred to GSA on 23 April 

2008.

Major General Muhammad 

Sowaidan Al Gimzy, Chairman 

of Defense Representative, 

United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel Daniel Charchian, Chief, 

Air Force Division, United States 

Military Training Mission to 

Saudi Arabia (USMTM), Riyadh, 

Saudi Arabia.

Raymond Weil Tango Wristwatch. 

Rec’d—9/3/2008. Est. Value— 

$695.50. Location—Transferred 

to GSA on 15 October 2008.

Lieutenant General Al-Faisal, 

Commander, Royal Saudi Air 

Force, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF AIR FORCE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Colonel Frank E. Fields, Commander, 437th Operations 

Group, Charleston, SC.

Grovana Wristwatch ($419); 

Givenchy Wallet ($250); Angel 

Schlessor Cologne for Men, 50 

ml ($55). Rec’d—1/1/2008. Est. 

Value—$724.00. Location— 

Transferred to GSA on 15 October 2008.

Maj Gen Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel Frank E. Jones, 437th 

Mission Support Group Commander, Charleston, SC.

TechnoMarine Wristwatch ($617); 

Givenchy Wallet ($250); JBR 

Wallet ($250); Angel Schlessor 

Cologne for Men, 50 ml ($55). 

Rec’d—1/1/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,172.00. Location—Transferred to GSA on 15 October 

2008.

Major General Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel Donnalee Sykes, 437th 

Medical Group, Charleston, SC.

TechnoMarine Wristwatch ($617); 

Givenchy Wallet ($250); 

Givenchy Very Irresistible Cologne for Men ($64). Rec’d—1/ 

1/2008. Est. Value—$931.00. 

Location—Transferred to GSA 

on 15 October 2008.

Major General Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mr. Norman Moore, Deputy Commander, 437th Maintenance 

Group, Charleston, SC.

TechnoMarine Wristwatch ($578); 

Givenchy Wallet ($250). 

Rec’d—1/1/2008. Est. Value— 

$828.00. Location—Transferred 

to GSA on 15 October 2008.

Major General Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant Colonel Leon Strickland, 16th Airlift Squadron, Qatar 

Visit Project Officer, Charleston, 

SC.

Concord Saratoga Ladies Watch 

($649); Givenchy Very Irresistible for Men ($64). Rec’d—1/1/ 

2008. Est. Value—$649.00. Location—Transferred to GSA on 

15 October 2008.

Major General Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant Colonel Leon Strickland, 16th Airlift Squadron, Qatar 

Visit Project Officer, Charleston, 

SC.

Concord Saratoga Ladies Watch 

($649); Givenchy Very Irresistible for Men ($64). Rec’d—1/1/ 

2008. Est. Value—$649.00. Location—Transferred to GSA on 

15 October 2008.

Major General Hamed Bin Ali AlAttiyah, Chief of Staff for the 

Qatar Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

James Mayfield, Commercial Officer, International Trade Administration (ITA).Hotel Lodging. Rec’d—October 

22—23, 2008. Est. Value— 

$438.00.

Sam Lei, Senior Manager of Promotional Activities Dept, Institute de Promocao do Comercio 

e do Investimento de Macau 

(IPIM).

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, U.S. MARINE CORPS

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Major General Martin Post, Deputy 

Commanding General, Multi National Force-West (I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) [I 

MEF (Fwd)]).

Momo Design Pilot Watch—MD– 

064. Rec’d—1/25/2008. Est. 

Value—$900.00. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

Sheikh Tariq Khalaf Abdullah 

Halbusi. He is Iraqi, but lives in 

Amman, Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General John F. Kelly, Commanding General, Multi National 

Force-West (I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) [I MEF 

(Fwd)]).

Formex Watch. Rec’d—6/1/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,995. Location— 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

Sheikh Jassim Muhammad Saleh 

al-Suwaydawie, Province, Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Margaret Spellings, 

Secretary of Education.

Oil painting of desert outpost by 

Hussein Sherif, UAE, size 

40x50. Rec’d—6/4/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,361.26. Location— 

Pending Transfer to GSA.

His Excellency Minister Hanif 

Hassan, Minister of Education 

of the United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Margaret Spellings, 

Secretary of Education.

Cartier ball point pen. Rec’d—1/2/ 

2008. Est. Value—$345.00. Location—Pending Transfer to 

GSA.

His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, 

Ambassador of the United Arab 

Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person 

accepting the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Rear Admiral Nevin P. Carr, Jr., 

U.S. Navy, Deputy Assistant 

Secretary of Navy (International 

Programs)/Director, Navy International Programs Office.

Expended for commercial air 

transportation from Paris, 

France to Toulon, France and 

return. Rec’d—10/27/2008. Est. 

Value—$486.00.

Rear Admiral Jacques Cousguer, 

Director of Naval Systems 

Technical Expertise Directorate 

Delegation Generale Pour 

L’Armament (DGA); Paris, 

France.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) 

Stephen W. Hedrick, U.S. Navy, 

Aide to the Deputy Assistant 

Secretary of the Navy International Programs/Director, 

Navy International Programs Office.

Expended for commercial air 

transportation from Paris, 

France to Toulon, France and 

return. Rec’d—10/27/2008. Est. 

Value—$486.00.

Rear Admiral Jacques Cousguer, 

Director of Naval Systems 

Technical Expertise Directorate 

Delegation Generale Pour 

L’Armament (DGA); Paris, 

France.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging in Venice, 

Italy. Rec’d—10/14–17/2008. 

Est. Value—$3,429.47.

Admiral Paolo La Rosa, Chief of 

Staff, Italian Navy.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging and meals 

in Bahrain. Rec’d—1/22/2008. 

Est. Value—$916.30.

His Majesty Shaikh Hamad Bin 

Isa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, King 

of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging in Greece. 

Rec’d—4/2–3/2008. Est. 

Value—$17,939.80.

General Dimitrios Grapas, Chief 

of Hellinic National Defense 

General Staff.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging in Brijuli Island, Croatia. Rec’d—10/25–27/ 

2008. Est. Value—$3,166.00.

Major General Josip Lucic, Chief 

of Defense, Croatia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY—Continued 

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person 

ccepting the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

stimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging in Ohrid, 

Macedonia. Rec’d—10/7–9/ 

2008. Est. Value—$820.00.

His Excellency Zoran 

Konjanovski, Minister of Defense of the Republic of Macedonia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. 

Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval 

Forces, Europe and accompanying staff.

Expended for lodging in 

Ljublijana. Slovenia. Rec’d—12/ 

16–17/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,044.00.

Lieutenant General (LTG) Albin 

Gutman, Chief of Defense General Staff for Slovenia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Major General Benjamin Mixon, 

Commanding General 25th Infantry Division.

Quom Medallion design rug, silk 

pile on silk foundation, 6′4′′ × 

9′9′′. Rec’d—8/30/2007. Est. 

Value—$8,500.00. Disposition—Tropic Lightning Museum, 

25th Infantry Division, Fort 

Shafter, HI for Official Use.

Prime Minister Barzani, Kurdish 

Region, Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Etienne Aigner designer silver 

and horseshoe-shaped MEN’s 

watch ($900); Etienne Aigner 

designer silver and horseshoeshaped WOMEN’s watch 

($900). Rec’d—10/2007. Est. 

Value—$1,800.00. Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

Major General Duail Slaman Al 

Khalifa, Chief of Staff, Bahrain 

Defense Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

(1) Etienne Aigner designer watch 

A19211 ($305); (2) Givenchy 

pale pink leather woman’s wallet ($200). Rec’d—10/2007. Est. 

Value—$505.00. Disposition— 

Turned in to GSA.

Unknown Kuwait Government Official.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Christian Dior silver band, gold 

face woman’s watch. Rec’d— 

2006. Est. Value—$500.00. 

Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

Brigadier General Fahed AlQyarain, Land Forces Commander, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Christian Dior silver band, square 

face man’s watch. Rec’d—6/26/ 

2007. Est. Value—$600.00. 

Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

Brigadier General Fahed AlQyarain, Land Forces Commander, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Murex silver with round face 

man’s watch. Rec’d—2007. Est. 

Value—$350.00. Disposition— 

Turned in to GSA.

Unknown Qatar Government Official.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Breitling silver with oversized face 

man’s watch. Rec’d—2007. Est. 

Value—$3,000.00. Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

Unknown Qatar Government Official.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

De-milled cased AK 47. Rec’d— 

10/1/2007. Est. Value— 

$795.00. Location—Headquarters Third Army/U.S. Army 

Central/Coalition Forces Land 

Component Command APO AE 

09306 for Official Use.

Major General Al-Kabe, United 

Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Major General Mark P. Hertling, 

Commanding General, Multi-National Division-North.

Pamshal Factory Carpet, 200 cm 

× 300 cm. Rec’d—4/10/2008. 

Est. Value—$600.00. Location—Location: Freedom RestNorth Facility, 1st Armored Division, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Contingency Operating 

Base Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq, APO 

AE 09393 for Official Use.

Lieutenant General P.K. Sing, 

Para Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati 

Vishist Seva Meda, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief. H2 

South Western Command of 

the Republic of Indonesia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Brigadier General Vincent K. 

Brooks, Deputy Commanding 

General (Support), Multi-National 

Division Baghdad and 1st Cavalry Division.

Handmade floral area rug, 7′ × 

10′. Rec’d—11/20/2007. Est. 

Value—$1,000.00. Location— 

Location: 1st Cavalry Division 

Command Group’s Headquarters, Iraq for Official Use.

Sheik Umar al-Jubur, Advisor to 

Iraqi Vice President Tariq alHashimi.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Peter M. Vangjel, 

Commanding General, United 

States Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill.

Longines Presence watch, model 

L4.720.4.12.6. Rec’d—8/7/ 

2008. Est. Value—$750.00. Location—Location: Snow Hall, 

U.S. Army Field Artillery 

School, 1210 NW 

Schimmelpfennig Road, Fort 

Sill, OK 73503. Kept for Official 

Use.

Major Saeed, Field Artillery, Army, 

United Arab Emirates.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commanding 

General, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.

Persian Iranian rug. Rec’d—9/27/ 

2007. Est. Value—$1,000.00. 

Location—Disposition: Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Prime Minister Nechirvan Barzani, 

Prime Minister, Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commanding 

General, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.

Gold necklace. Rec’d—9/29/2007. 

Est. Value—$1,500.00. Location—Disposition: Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Oil Director of Kurdistan Regional 

Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commanding 

General, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.

Gold necklace, earrings, and ring 

set). Rec’d—10/5/2007. Est. 

Value—$1,800.00. Location— 

Disposition: Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

Sarkis Aghajan Manendu, Minister 

of Finance and Economy for 

Kurdistan Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commanding 

General, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.

Red Persian rug. Rec’d—10/1/ 

2007. Est. Value—$2,000.00. 

Location—Disposition: Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Minister of Defense for Kurdistan 

Regional Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commanding 

General, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.

Cultural dance outfit. Rec’d—10/8/ 

2007. Est. Value—$350.00. Location—Disposition: Pending 

Transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Minister Sarkazi (additonal data 

not available).

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Michael D. Barbero, 

Director CJ3, Iraq.

Longines Presence man’s watch. 

Rec’d—9/2008. Est. Value— 

$645.00. Location—Disposition: 

Pending Transfer to General 

Services Administration.

Prime Minster, Kurdistan Regional 

Government.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Mark P. Hertling, 

Commanding General, Multi-National Division-North.

Handmade silk Persian rug, 3′ × 

5′. Rec’d—9/6/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,200.00. Location— 

Disposition: Pending Transfer to 

General Services Administration.

Governor Dana, Provisional Governor of Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Concord Mariner woman’s watch 

with mother of pearl face and 

diamonds ($1,000); 48 count 

pearl necklace with silver clasp 

in red jewelry pouch ($50). 

Rec’d—8/2006. Est. Value— 

$1,050.00. Disposition—Turned 

in to GSA.

Brigadier General Fahed AlQyarain, Land Forces Commander, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Lieutenant General Steven R. 

Whitcomb, Commander, Third 

Army/U.S. Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Component 

Command.

Breitling Aviator man’s watch. 

Rec’d—10/7/2007. Est. Value— 

$2,900.00. Location—Headquarters Third Army/U.S. Army 

Central/Coalition Forces Land 

Component Command APO AE 

09306 for Official Use.

J3 Al-Isaa, J3, Kuwait Armed 

Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Brigadier General Francis J. 

Wiercinski, Deputy Commander, 

U.S. Army Pacific.

Quom Silk Persian Iranian rug, 

3′2′′ × 4′11′′. Rec’d—8/4/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,500.00. Location—Purchased by Recipient.

President Masoud Barzani, Kurdish Region of Government 

(KRG).

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, 1st Brigade Combat 

Team, 10th Mountain Division 

(LI), Iraq.

Longines gold and silver man’s 

watch. Rec’d—10/3/2007. Est. 

Value—$1,000.00. Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

President Barzani, Kurdish Region of Government (KRG).Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, 1st Brigade Combat 

Team, 10th Mountain Division 

(LI), Iraq.

Omega, his and her silver with 

crystal facets watches set. 

Rec’d—10/3/2007. Est. Value— 

$1,000.00. Disposition—Turned 

in to GSA.

General Saifadeen, Senior Security Officer Sulaymania Province, Iraq.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, 1st Brigade Combat 

Team, 10th Mountain Division 

(LI), Iraq.

Longines gold man’s watch. 

Rec’d—2/12/2008. Est. Value— 

$875.00. Disposition—Turned in 

to GSA.

General Kawa, Chief, Kirkuk Police Academy, Iraq.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major General Mark P. Hertling, 

Commanding General, Multi-National Division-North.

Longines gold and silver man’s 

watch. Rec’d—10/30/2007. Est. 

Value—$900.00. Disposition— 

Turned in to GSA.

President Barzani, Kurdish Region of Government (KRG).Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Major Ray Fallari, Contracting Officer, Multi-National DivisionNorth, Iraq.18K gold necklace with heart 

pendant ($175); 18K gold necklace with Iraq-shaped pendant 

($175); Rec’d—9/21/2007. Est. 

Value—$350.00. Disposition— 

Turned in to GSA.

Unknown Iraq Government Official.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Captain Harrison C. Kennedy, 

Contract and Fiscal Law Attorney, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Camp Taji, Iraq.

21K gold chain, 27′′ length. 

Rec’d—2/13/2008. Est. Value— 

$395.00. Disposition—Turned in 

to GSA.

Sheik Hamdi Muklif Melahma, 

Local Tribal Leader of Taji, Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mr. James Johnson, Executive Director, U.S. Army Developmental 

Test Command (DTC).

Baume and Mercier black face 

and band watch ($2,395); 

Givenchy blue label cologne 

($86); Givenchy brown/tan geometric wallet ($200). Rec’d—1/ 

8/2008. Est. Value—$2,681.00. 

Disposition—Turned in to GSA.

Major General Hamad Bin AlMahshadi, Chief of Staff, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mr. James Johnson, Executive Director, U.S. Army Developmental 

Test Command (DTC).

Red velvet memento box with 

clasp that opens and plaque. 

Plaque is inscribed ‘‘With the 

Compliments of the Chief of 

Staff—Qatar Armed Forces’’. 

Rec’d—1/8/2008. Est. Value— 

Unknown. Location—U.S. Army 

Developmental Test Command 

(DTC), 314 Longs Corner 

Road, Aberdeen Proving 

Ground, MD 21005–5055 for 

Official Use. Value could not be 

determined—unique gift.

Major General Hamad Bin AlMahshadi, Chief of Staff, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Mr. James Johnson, Executive Director, U.S. Army Developmental 

Test Command (DTC).

Wood pen with case inscribed 

with ‘‘Chief of Staff Qatar 

Armed Forces’’ ($45); Qatar 

Year Book 2004 with tourist 

map of Qatar and Doha City 

($105). Rec’d—1/8/2008. Est. 

Value—$150.00. Location— 

U.S. Army Developmental Test 

Command (DTC), 314 Longs 

Corner Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005–5055 

for Official Use.

Major General Hamad Bin AlMahshadi, Chief of Staff, Qatar.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant Colonel Thomas H. 

Mackey, Squadron Commander, 

2nd Squadron, 14th Cavalry, 

2nd Stryker Brigade Combat 

Team.

Machine made, red and gold floral 

rug, 9′ × 11′. Rec’d—5/21/2008. 

Est. Value—$400.00. Location—Headquarters, 2nd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, 

Squadron area, Camp Taji, Iraq 

APO AE 09378 for Official Use.

Talib Zibala Ibraheem Al Jabouri, 

Local Tribal Leader of Shat Al 

Taji, Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Lieutenant General Benjamin R. 

Mixon, Commanding General, 

Headquarters, U.S. Army, Pacific.

Contemporary Indian decorative 

white alabaster stone sculpture 

depicting a trumpeting elephant. 

Rec’d—2/14/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,250.00. Location—Headquarters, U.S. Army, Pacific, 

Fort Shafter, HI 96858–5100 for 

Official Use.

Lieutenant General P.K. Sing, 

Para Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati 

Vishist Seva Meda, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief. H2 

South Western Command of 

the Republic of Indonesia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of 

person accepting the gift on behalf 

of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of 

acceptance on 

behalf of the U.S. 

Government, estimated value, 

and current disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances 

justifying acceptance 

The Honorable Donald C. Winter, 

Secretary of the Navy.

Oil Painting of the USS CONNECTICUT. Rec’d—6/12/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,000.00. Disposition—Secretary’s Office, pending purchase.

Commodore David Anson, New 

Zealand Defense Attache ́.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Donald C. Winter, 

Secretary of the Navy.

Gold dagger with sheath in a red 

velvet box (12′′ long and 3.5′′ 

wide). Rec’d—2/5/2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Disposition— 

Secretary’s Office, pending purchase.

His Excellency Dr. Nasar Al 

Balooshi, Ambassador of Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Vice Admiral Kevin J. Cosgriff, 

U.S. Navy, Commander, U.S. 

Naval Forces Central Command; 

and Commander, Fifth Fleet; 

and Commander, Combined 

Maritime Forces.

Cerruti 1881 Collection of a black 

ball point pen, a black leather 

wallet (in black pouch) and a 

analog silver watch with black 

leather band and black face, 

Serial CT67241S103042 all 

presented in brown lacquered 

box with gold eagle on top and 

gold clasp. Rec’d—7/2/2008. 

Est. Value—$375.00. Location—General Services Administration.

Major General Hmad Al-Rumaithy, 

Chief of Staff, United Arab 

Emirates Armed Forces.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of 

person accepting the gift on behalf 

of the U.S. Government 

Gift, date of 

acceptance on 

behalf of the U.S. 

Government, estimated value, 

and current disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances 

justifying acceptance 

Lieutenant Richard S. Caldwell, 

U.S. Navy Reserves, U.S. Central Command, J2 Intelligence 

Directorate.

Stainless Steel Acquanautic 

Chronographe Cuda Swiss 

Man’s analog Watch, chain link 

band with silver raised face, 

seahorse design on back side 

of face. Presented on cream 

colored leather cushioned pad 

with sea horse design. Rec’d— 

8/16/2008. Est. Value— 

$1,400.00. Location—Pending 

transfer to General Services 

Administration.

Colonel Hamad J. Al Neyadi, 

Army, United Arab Emirates Directorate of Military Intelligence 

and Security.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Donald C. Winter, 

Secretary of the Navy.

Silver Dagger with sheath (13′′ 

long and 4′′ wide). Rec’d—11/ 

26/2006. Est. Value—$400.00. 

Disposition—Secretary’s Office, 

pending purchase.

General Shaikh Khalifa Bin 

Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of 

Defense of the Kingdom of 

Bahrain.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Captain Steven Kornatz, U.S. 

Navy, Director, Naval Command 

College, Naval War College.

Sapphire Crystal Tissot t-Touch 

Smart Man’s analog watch, Silver chain link band with black 

and silver face, Presented in 

black and red box. Ser SKN– 

BC–38–325, Z 253/353P. 

Rec’d—10/25/2007. Est. 

Value—$550.00. Location— 

General Services Administration.

Colonel Yahya Buamin, United 

Arab Emirates Military.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Michael G. Mullen, U.S. 

Navy, Chief of Naval Operations.

Red Tai-Hwa Potter Luster Color 

Ceramic Series vase approximately 10′ tall with gold leaf 

neck and painted gold butterflies on body. Presented in box 

with wood stand. Rec’d—9/19/ 

2007. Est. Value—$335.00. Location—Pending transfer to 

General Services Administration.

Admiral Wang Li-Seng, Commander in Chief of the Chinese 

Navy.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Admiral Vernon E. Clark, U.S. 

Navy, Chief of Naval Operations.

6 in. × 6 in. set of Carved and 

faux gem inlay Ivory Elephant 

book ends; each presented in a 

box covered with blue velvet 

cloth. Rec’d—10/11/2003. Est. 

Value—$1,000.00. Location— 

Pending transfer to General 

Services Administration.

Admiral and Mrs. Kaumundi 

Kumani, Indian Chief of Navy 

Staff.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Henry M. Paulson, 

Jr., Secretary of Treasury.

Replica of the 2008 Beijing Olympics Torch. Rec’d—4/2/2008. 

Est. Value—$500.00. Location—Treasury retained on 

June 22, 2008.

His Excellency Wang Qishan, 

Vice Premier of the People’s 

Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Henry M. Paulson, 

Jr., Secretary of Treasury.

Framed oil painting of a Saudi 

Arabian town. Rec’d—5/31/ 

2008. Est. Value—$2,000.00. 

Location—Treasury retained on 

November 5, 2008.

His Excellency Ibrahim A. AlAssaf, Minister of Finance of 

the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Robert M. Kimmitt, 

Deputy Secretary.

Framed watercolor painting. 

Rec’d—5/31/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,000.00. Location—Treasury 

retained on November 5, 2008.

His Highness Mohammad bin 

Rashid al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the 

United Arab Emirates and Ruler 

of Dubai.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Laura Trimble, Associate Director 

of Budget Policy and Management, Office of Technical Assistance.

Zlatarna Celje pearl 

necklace+C24. Rec’d—4/24/ 

2008. Est. Value—$709.00. Location—Treasury retained on 

August 12, 2008.

His Excellency Ivan Maricic, 

Treasurer of Finance of the 

Government of Serbia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Gail Ostler, Advisor, Office of 

Technical Assistance.

Zlatarna Celje pearl necklace. 

Rec’d—4/24/2008. Est. Value— 

$813.00. Location—Treasury 

retained on August 12, 2008.

His Excellency Ivan Maricic, 

Treasurer of Finance of the 

Government of Serbia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Nancy Lee, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of International Affairs.Set of sterling silverware for 6 and 

12′′ silver platter. Rec’d—1/28/ 

2003. Est. Value—$928.50. Location—Treasury retained on 

May 6, 2008.

His Excellency Rustam Asimov, 

Deputy Prime Minister of the 

Government of Uzbekistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE BOARD

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Allan L. 

Mendelowitz, Member, Board of 

Directors.

Attended the annual meeting of 

the Asian Development Bank’s 

board of directors in Madrid, 

Spain. Participated in a panel 

on the state of the world economy and financial markets. 

Bank paid for airfare outside 

the U.S., hotel, meals, and 

incidentals. Rec’d—5/1–5/2008. 

Est. Value—$5,500.

Asian Development Bank ............. Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Ben S. Bernanke, Chairman .......... Four silver Beijing 2008 Olympic 

Series III Coins (one troy ounce 

each). Rec’d—4/23/2008. Est. 

Value—$499.00. Location— 

Chairman’s Office for Official 

Use.

Hu Pingxi, Vice President, The 

People’s Bank of China 

(Shanghai head office), People’s Republic of China.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Frederic S. Mishkin, Board member.24 × 12 inch acrylic landscape 

painting by Barbara Kassab. 

Rec’d—6/11/2008. Est. Value— 

$400.00. Location—Board’s 

Property Management Section 

for Official Use.

Sir K. Dwight Venner, Governor of 

the Eastern Caribbean Central 

Bank, St. Kitts, West Indies.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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CENTER

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Mr. Michael A. Rossetti, Statistician (Economics).In-kind lodging expenses associated with participation in the 

International Conference on 

Safety and Mobility, Klagenfurt, 

Austria. Rec’d—7/9–11/2008. 

Est. Value—$582.00.

Austrian Federal Economic 

Chamber of Commerce.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Mr. Thomas A. Seliga, Electronics 

Engineer.

In-kind lodging expenses associated with participation in the 

International Conference on 

Safety and Mobility, Klagenfurt, 

Austria. Rec’d—7/9–11/2008. 

Est. Value—$582.00.

Austrian Federal Economic 

Chamber of Commerce.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, 

Speaker of the House.

Handmade wool rug, approximately 5′ by 8′, cream ground 

with red center medallion. 

Rec’d—8/5/2008. Est. Value— 

$585.00. Location—Office of 

the Clerk.

His Excellency Syed Yousaf Raza 

Gillani, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Marion Berry, 

Member of Congress.

Round trip air trip—Cuiaba to/from 

Sapezal, Brazil (No commercial 

air available); one night lodging 

in Sapezal (No commercial 

lodging available) comparable 

lodging in Cuiaba. Rec’d—9/2– 

3/2008. Est. Value—$697.00.

His Excellency Blairo Borges 

Maggi, Governor of Mato 

Grosso, Brazil.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Scott Boule, Senior Appropriations 

Advisor.

Lodging in Brussels for five 

nights. Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,200.60.

Mr. William Burros, Senior Advisor, Political & Development 

Section, Delegation of the European Commission.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Wynn J. Bott, Financial Administrator for House Committee on 

Agriculture.

Round trip air trip—Cuiaba to/from 

Sapezal, Brazil (No commercial 

air available); one night lodging 

in Sapezal (No commercial 

lodging available) comparable 

lodging in Cuiaba. Rec’d—9/2– 

3/2008. Est. Value—$697.00.

His Excellency Blairo Borges 

Maggi, Governor of Mato 

Grosso, Brazil.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Aaron Davis, Senior Legislative 

Assistant to Representative 

Christopher Carney.

Lodging in Brussels for five 

nights. Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,166.15.

Mr. William Burros, Senior Advisor, Political & Development 

Section, Delegation of the European Commission.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES—Continued 

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Eric Fatla, Executive Assistant to 

Representative Jerry Weller.

Round trip air trip—Cuiaba to/from 

Sapezal, Brazil (No commercial 

air available); one night lodging 

in Sapezal (No commercial 

lodging available) comparable 

lodging in Cuiaba. Rec’d—9/2– 

3/2008. Est. Value—$697.00.

His Excellency Blairo Borges 

Maggi, Governor of Mato 

Grosso, Brazil.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

James P. Frank, District Director to 

Representative Bill Shuster.

Lodging in Brussels for five 

nights. Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,200.60.

Mr. William Burros, Senior Advisor, Political & Development 

Section, Delegation of the European Commission.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Emalee B. Griffin, Executive Assistant to Representative Ben 

Chandler.

Round trip air trip—Cuiaba to/from 

Sapezal, Brazil (No commercial 

air available); one night lodging 

in Sapezal (No commercial 

lodging available) comparable 

lodging in Cuiaba. Rec’d—9/2– 

3/2008. Est. Value—$697.00.

His Excellency Blairo Borges 

Maggi, Governor of Mato 

Grosso, Brazil.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Randall Jennings, Legislative Assistant to Representative Gene 

Taylor.

Five nights lodging in Brussels. 

Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,200.60.

Mr. William Burros, Senior Advisor, Political & Development 

Section, Delegation of the European Commission.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: UNITED STATES SENATE

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Harry Reid, United 

States Senator.

Assorted Jordanian coins in 

wooden display case with clear 

plastic top. Rec’d—3/7/2008. 

Est. Value—$350.00. Location—Displayed in Leadership 

Office, S–221 Capitol.

His Majesty Abdullah II bin al 

Hussein, King of the Hashemite 

Kingdom of Jordan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Lindsey Graham, 

United States Senator.

Nivada Watch. Rec’d—3/16/2008. 

Est. Value—$595.00. Location—Deposited with Secretary 

of Senate.

Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. 

Almashhadani of the Republic 

of Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable John McCain, 

United States Senate.

Men’s Nivada Brushed Goldtone 

Watch. Rec’d—3/16/2008. Est. 

Value—$595.00. Location—Deposited with Secretary of Senate.

Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. 

Almashhadani of the Republic 

of Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Joseph Lieberman, 

United States Senator.

Nivada brushed goldtone stainless steel woven watch with 

polished accent. Rec’d—5/14/ 

2008. Est. Value—$595.00. Location—Deposited with Secretary of Senate.

Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. 

Almashhadani of the Republic 

of Iraq.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Jack Reed, United 

States Senator.

Red and Black Woven Small Area 

Rug. Rec’d—7/19/2008. Est. 

Value—$400.00. Location—Displayed in Senate Office, 728 

Hart.

His Excellency Governor Gul Aqa 

Shirzai of the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Jack Reed, United 

States Senator.

Multicolored Large Area Rug, 

Handcrafted. Rec’d—7/20/2008. 

Est. Value—$1,500.00. Location—Displayed in Senate Office, 728 Hart.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: UNITED STATES SENATE—Continued 

[Report of Tangible Gifts] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Barack Obama, 

United States Senator.

(1) Red and Black Woven Rug 

with White Tassels ($200); (2) 

Tan Woven Rug with Tribal Designs and White Tassels 

($200); (3) Royal and Blue 

Lapis Lazuli Vase with White 

and Red Flower Design ($200); 

(4) Silver Palm Tree with Intricate Design on Base, Trunk 

and Leaves ($200); (5) Statue 

of Jesus Holding Staff with Gold 

Medallion ($60). Rec’d—7/1/ 

2008. Est. Value—$860.00. Location—Deposited with Secretary of Senate.

His Excellency Hamid Karzai, 

President of the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable John McCain, 

United States Senator.

Rug Rec’d—10/10/2008. Est. 

Value—$500.00. Location—Displayed in Senate Office, 238 

Russell.

His Excellency(?) 

Mohammedmian Soomro, 

Chairman of Senate of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Harry Reid, United 

States Senator.

Book and Signed Painting by 

Mamah Mamahiz. Rec’d—11/ 

20/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,000.00. Location—Displayed 

in Leadership Office, S–221 

Capitol.

His Excellency Juan Evo Morales, 

President of the Republic of Bolivia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Harry Reid, United 

States Senator.

Book and Signed Painting by 

Mamah Mamahiz. Rec’d—11/ 

20/2008. Est. Value— 

$2,000.00. Location—Displayed 

in Leadership Office, S–221 

Capitol.

His Excellency Juan Evo Morales, 

President of the Republic of Bolivia.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: UNITED STATES SENATE

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

The Honorable Johnny Isakson, 

United States Senator.

Transportation within Equatorial 

Guinea via government aircraft 

and government vehicles. 

Rec’d—1/7/2008. Est. Value— 

Unknown.

Government of Equatorial Guinea Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Catherine Henson, Legislative Assistant to Senator Johnny 

Isakson.

Transportation within Equatorial 

Guinea via government aircraft 

and government vehicles. 

Rec’d—1/7/2008. Est. Value— 

Unknown.

Government of Equatorial Guinea Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Evan Bayh, United 

States Senator.

Lodging and meals in Doha, 

Qatar. Rec’d—2/17–18/2008. 

Est. Value—Unknown.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Evan Bayh, United 

States Senator.

Lodging and meals in Riyadh, 

Saudi Arabia. Rec’d—2/19–20/ 

2008. Est. Value—Unknown.

Royal Palace, Saudi Arabia ......... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

The Honorable Evan Bayh, United 

States Senator.

Meals in Abu Dhabi, United Arab 

Emirates. Rec’d—2/20–21/ 

2008. Est. Value—Unknown.

Office of the Crown Prince, Abu 

Dhabi.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Todd Rosenblum, Professional 

Staff Member and Liaison to 

Senator Bayh, Intelligence Committee.

Lodging and meals in Doha, 

Qatar. Rec’d—2/17–18/2008. 

Est. Value—Unknown.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 


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AGENCY: UNITED STATES SENATE—Continued 

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on behalf 

of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Todd Rosenblum, Professional 

Staff Member and Liaison to 

Senator Bayh, Intelligence Committee.

Lodging and meals in Riyadh, 

Saudi Arabia. Rec’d—2/19–20/ 

2008. Est. Value—Unknown.

Royal Palace, Saudi Arabia ......... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Todd Rosenblum, Professional 

Staff Member and Liaison to 

Senator Bayh, Intelligence Committee.

Meals in Abu Dhabi, United Arab 

Emirates. Rec’d—2/20–21/ 

2008. Est. Value—Unknown.

Office of the Crown Prince, Abu 

Dhabi.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Puneet Talwar, Senior Professional Staff Member, Foreign 

Relations Committee.

Transportation within Saudi Arabia via government aircraft, including lodging and meals. 

Rec’d—2/16–20/2008. Est. 

Value—Unknown.

Government of Saudi Arabia ........ Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Michael Zehr, Legislative Director 

to Senator Mel Martinez.

Lodging in Brussels, Belgium. 

Rec’d—5/25–31/2008. Est. 

Value—Unknown.

European Commission ................. Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Stacie Oliver, Legislative Assistant 

to Senator Bob Corker.

Lodging in Brussels, Belgium. 

Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. Est. 

Value—Unknown.

European Union ............................ Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Garrett Eucalitto, Legislative Aide 

to Senator Joseph Lieberman.

Lodging within Brussels, Belgium. 

Rec’d—5/25–30/2008. Est. 

Value—Unknown.

The European Commission .......... Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Paul Kong, Legislative Director to 

Senator Chuck Hagel.

Accommodations in Brussels, Belgium. Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. 

Est. Value—Unknown.

European Commission ................. Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

Paul Kong, Legislative Director to 

Senator Chuck Hagel.

Accommodations in Brussels, Belgium. Rec’d—5/26–31/2008. 

Est. Value—Unknown.

European Commission ................. Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

AGENCY: U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

[Report of Travel] 

Name and title of person accepting 

the gift on behalf of the 

U.S. Government 

Gift, date of acceptance on 

behalf of the U.S. Government, 

estimated value, and current 

disposition or location 

Identity of foreign donor 

and government 

Circumstances justifying 

acceptance 

Erna Kerst, Director, USAID/Kenya Passage on a chartered UN flight 

to Nairobi, Kenya to Samburu, 

Kenya to accompany an official 

delegation including other highlevel donor country representatives. Rec’d—6/4/2008. Est. 

Value—$1,937.50.

United Nations World Food Program (WFP), Kenya.Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government 

Tesfaye Kelemework, Deputy 

Chief, USAID/Addis/BES, Ethiopia mission.

Expenses for air ticket (Addis 

Ababa to Paris to Addis Abada, 

via lodging and MIE for participating experts’ meeting (July 1 

and 2) on ‘‘Capacity 

Develpoment in Educational 

Panning and Management for 

Achieving EFA: Learning for 

Successes and Failures’’ and in 

a Symposium (July 3 and 4) on 

‘‘Direction in Educational Planning‘‘. Rec’d—7/1–4/2008. Est. 

Value—$4,336.17.

International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) of 

UNESCO, Paris, France.

Non-acceptance would cause embarrassment to donor and U.S. 

Government. 

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