We're going to begin in Thailand because our alliances in the region are the cornerstone of our engagement there.
On the recordNovember 14, 2012
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On-the-Record Conference Call by Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes. NSC Senior Director for Asia Danny Russel
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