Barack Obama actually said...

"ASEAN is a significant trade and investment partner for the United States."

"We recognise that our relationship is grounded in shared principles, including the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations and the ASEAN Charter."

"This year, we launched a series of workshops under the U.S.-ASEAN Trade and Environment Dialogue to promote mutually supportive policies."

"We are launching a Youth Innovation Challenge to identify cutting-edge solutions to cross-border ASEAN priorities and connect youth innovators with U.S. private sector networks."