On Thanksgiving Day, Americans everywhere gather with family and friends to recount the joys and blessings of the past year.

That alliance between the United States and Japan has been a cornerstone of prosperity and security in the region.

We welcomed the support by EAS Leaders for the Rapid Disaster Response agreement.

Maritime security is a priority issue for EAS countries that recognize that challenges can threaten regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

America's success in the 21st century depends on our ability to give our children the best education possible.

The United States will provide up to $6 billion to support the Partnership.

Full and active U.S. engagement in the region's multilateral architecture helps to reinforce the system of rules, norms, and responsibilities.

I encourage the people of the United States to join together—whether in our homes, places of worship, community centers, or any place of fellowship for friends and neighbors—and give thanks for all we have received in the past year.

I call upon all citizens to observe this day with appropriate activities, programs, and ceremonies.

We honor their service and sacrifice.

The Partnership will offer a framework for consolidating and expanding energy and environmental cooperation across existing regional forums.

Let us spend this day by lifting up those we love, mindful of the grace bestowed upon us by God.

I think it's going to be very important for us to continue to coordinate effectively to promote jobs and growth, trade and investment throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

All children deserve the chance to follow their passions, chase their dreams, and pursue their fullest measure of happiness.

Reforms must ensure that the people of this Nation can have that most fundamental of possessions: the right to own the title to the land on which you live and on which you work.

Hamas must end rocket fire into Israel.

I was honored to be the first President to welcome Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to the White House.

I recognize that this is just the first steps on what will be a long journey.