UPDATE 1-FACTBOX-Foreign reaction to Musharraf resignation

LONDON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf quit on Monday to avoid impeachment charges, nearly nine years after he took power in a coup. Below is foreign reaction to Musharraf's resignation.

UNITED STATES PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH

"President Bush is committed to a strong Pakistan that continues its efforts to strengthen democracy and fight terror," White House spokesman Gordon Johndroe said.

"President Bush appreciates President Musharraf's efforts in the democratic transition of Pakistan as well as his commitment to fighting al Qaeda and extremist groups.

"President Bush looks forward to working with the government of Pakistan on the economic, political and security challenges they face," Johndroe said in Texas, where Bush is at his ranch.

U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE CONDOLEEZZA RICE

"We will continue to work with the Pakistani government and political leaders and urge them to redouble their focus on Pakistan's future and its most urgent needs, including stemming the growth of extremism, addressing food and energy shortages, and improving economic stability.