Barack Obama

We have to make sure that in strong concert with our allies, that we are continuing to press on North Korea to change its approach.

The United States looks forward to a reformed UN Security Council that includes Japan as a permanent member.

The United States welcomes the Republic of Korea's ratification of a new five-year Special Measures Agreement.

We stand together in calling for disputes in the region to be resolved peacefully through dialogue.

These are the schools—these are the skills that students like all of you are going to need for the global economy.

Japan and the United States have often led the way in the innovations that change our lives and improve our lives.

Today our thoughts and prayers are with Armenians everywhere, as we recall the horror of the Meds Yeghern, honor the memory of those lost, and reaffirm our enduring commitment to the people of Armenia.

I think, once again represents my deep belief that a strong U.S.-Japan relationship is not only good for our countries, but good for the world.

I believe that point is now.

I remain grateful for the welcome that Your Majesties gave me when I returned here as President.

I am pleased to announce that these experienced and committed individuals have agreed to join this Administration, and I look forward to working with them in the coming months and years.

I applaud the countless contributions that Armenian Americans have made to American society, culture, and communities.

The U.S.-Japan alliance is the foundation for not only our security in the Asia-Pacific region, but also for the region as a whole.

I stand here as the 44th President of the United States.

Today we commemorate the Meds Yeghern and honor those who perished in one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century.

North Korea has engaged in provocative actions for the last several decades.

I am confident that we will continue to make progress in the future.

There's no limit to what you can achieve, and the United States of America wants to be your partner.

We recognize and commend the growing number of courageous Armenians and Turks who have already taken this path and encourage more to do so.

May we never give up hope, may we always take care of each other, and may we continue to live strong for tomorrow.

Our shared democratic values means that we have to work together in multilateral settings to deal with regional hotspots around the globe.

TPP is a vital part of Japan's economic renewal.

We need all the talent and brainpower to solve some of the challenges that we're going to face in the future.

I have no doubt about what our nations can achieve.

The United States is and always will be a Pacific nation.