Barack Obama actually said...

I have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency declared on August 1, 2007, to deal with that threat.

Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Actions of Certain Persons to Undermine...

07/27/2011

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I express my condolences for those families who lost a loved one.

We continue to work together to ensure that the growth generated is inclusive and sustainable.

Our goal is to make sure that international rules and norms are respected, and that includes in the area of maritime disputes.

We're going to keep working together to support these efforts.