The G8 summit marks President Bush’s last official meeting with British Prime Minister Tony Blair before Blair steps down later this month. Bush reflected on the encounter.

President Bush: “This is the last meeting I will have with him as prime minister. It’s a nostalgic moment for me. I’m sorry it’s come to be, but that’s what happens in life. People move on. As Tony said, we talked about a global climate change. I told him in Washington, and I recommitted myself today, that the U.S. will be actively involved, if not taking the lead, in a post-Kyoto framework or agreement.”

President Bush missed today’s morning session of the G8 meetings because of what White House officials said was a stomach ailment.