The freedom of expression is very much not respected in the country.

We talked about good governance. We talked about human rights issues.

I appreciate your cooperation.

We are going to put a spotlight on human rights issues.

I genuinely believe that it is in China's interest to demonstrate their respect for human rights that is enshrined in its own constitution.

I greatly appreciate the constant efforts by you and the President to defend Israel at the United Nations and other international bodies.

Will you commit to us that the United States will stand strong on the human rights basket within the OSCE as it relates to Russia?

The administration's top priority economic initiative is the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

There is a huge environmental challenge in Asia today.

Human rights is a hugely important dimension of our relationship and, frankly, a problem area.

There is no peace without development and no development without peace.

So we want you to give this the highest priority in trying to resolve.

It is imperative that we maintain favorable relationships with all of our regional partners, including Palau.

I think it is very important the President has been very actively engaged in the regional organizations, including ASEAN.

The problem in Timor-Leste is more with the police and excessive use of force.

For a democracy, that is an issue that is a major, major concern.

I have traveled to North Korea. I know these guys. If confirmed, Mr. Chairman, I will make the effort to accelerate the achievement of denuclearization, not just the theory, to actually help bring about a halt, a rollback, and an…

The Obama administration is taking a strong leadership not just in the United States but internationally.