Barack Obama

This flag was flown over the White House the same day as the sinking of the Sewol.

We are dedicated to working together with our allies and partners in the international community to focus international attention on and improve the deplorable human rights situation in North Korea.

We are working together in the APEC and the G20 on the promotion of the role of women, which is an important domestic and foreign policy priority for both countries.

We are close partners in supporting the UN-Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons Joint Mission.

Those women were violated in ways that, even in the midst of war, was shocking.

The United States and Japan welcome efforts to promote democratic values in this region.

I just wanted to let the Korean people know that they're back where they belong.

There's no place in the world where one can see more clearly the difference between an open society that respects human rights and a closed society that violates them than Korea.

The United States and Japan reaffirmed the importance of the U.S. extended deterrence to maintain regional security.

All students have access to great teachers and leaders.

Our Alliance today is the linchpin of peace and security in the Asia-Pacific region and an increasingly comprehensive global partnership.

Research confirms that the most important factor in a student's success in school is a strong teacher.

We will continue to offer whatever support we can provide as you respond to this tragedy.

It reflects our deep condolences, but also our solidarity with you during this difficult time.

Providing all children in America with the opportunity to get a world-class education is critical for their success and the success of our nation.

This is a symbol, hopefully, of the respect that we have for Korean culture and our friendship.

The United States and Republic of Korea share the view that climate change represents a threat to the security and economic development of all nations.

The United States and Japan are enhancing collaboration in the East Asia Summit to strengthen the capacity of these regional fora to promote regional stability and prosperity.

The United States and Japan recognize that China can play an important role in addressing all of these challenges.

Threats will get North Korea nothing other than greater isolation.

The Republic of Korea is our—one of our strongest allies in the world.

I'm so grateful for the opportunity to come back to the Republic of Korea.

The United States appreciates Japan's establishment of a National Security Council and creation of a legal framework for information security that will facilitate enhanced policy and intelligence coordination between the two countries.

These are historic seals that were part of the monarchy here in Korea.

The U.S. commitment to the Republic of Korea's security remains unwavering.