As allies for over half a century, the partnership between Japan and the United States has been the foundation for our security and our prosperity--not only for our two countries, but also for the region.
Barack Obama: “As allies for over half a century, the partnership between Japan and the United States has been the foundation for our…”
On the recordFebruary 28, 2011
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Obama emphasized the significance of the U.S.-Japan alliance for regional security.
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