Meeting With President Policarpo Paz Garcia of Honduras White House Statement.

The President today met with General Policarpo Paz, President of the Military Junta of the Government of Honduras, who has been in the United States on a private visit.

The two Presidents exchanged views on the political, economic, and social problems confronting Central America. General Paz and his advisers outlined for the President Honduras' development and security assistance needs and the transition process by which Honduras will return to constitutional rule. This process begins with the election of a Constituent Assembly on April 20.

The President expressed pleasure with the Honduran commitment to the development of democratic institutions in the context of equitable social and economic progress. He indicated that the United States is prepared to support the Honduran Government with economic and security assistance because of its commitment to reforms, economic development, and free elections.