Bush Plans Tour Of Latin America

WASHINGTON — President Bush will leave next month on a five-nation tour of Latin America, the White House said yesterday.

Mr. Bush and the first lady, Laura Bush, will visit Brazil, Uruguay, Colombia, Guatemala, and Mexico between March 8 and 14.

"The trip will underscore the commitment of the United States to the Western Hemisphere and will highlight our common agenda to advance freedom, prosperity, and social justice and deliver the benefits of democracy in the areas of health, education, and economic opportunity," White House press secretary Tony Snow said.