10/14/1984
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"I can assure you that America is ready to help you and ASEAN to maintain your independence against Communist aggression."
"continued production from the naval petroleum reserves is in the national interest."
"Your open society and free enterprise system are a shining example for the rest of Asia."
"The truth is, we intend to stand by an old and trusted ally, and we mean that for all our allies."