Barack Obama actually said...

"Today, we elevated our relationship to the ASEAN-U.S. Strategic Partnership to strengthen the role our relationship plays in realizing this common vision of a peaceful, prosperous Asia-Pacific region ..."

"The United States and ASEAN will continue cooperating through a wide range of activities towards a low-carbon economic growth trajectory."

"The United States has trained leaders of SMEs in ASEAN member states through a flagship program."

"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."