Barack Obama

The United States is also supporting the EAC's efforts to advance regional integration.

The United States shall seek to combat wildlife trafficking.

Michelle and I join all Americans in sending our thoughts and prayers to the families of these brave firefighters and all whose lives have been upended by this terrible tragedy.

We believe that we're the second-largest after China in terms of the market for these goods.

The poaching of protected species and the illegal trade in wildlife represent an international crisis that continues to escalate.

The core values that he proclaimed for Tanzania also describe what both our countries seek: wisdom, unity, and peace.

We live thousands of miles apart, but as fellow human beings, we share a sense of obligation to each other, especially to the youngest among us.

The Task Force shall develop and implement a National Strategy for Combating Wildlife Trafficking.

There's been progress in a number of African countries.

It is in the national interest of the United States to combat wildlife trafficking.

I express my condolences to the families of the 19 brave firefighters.

We need this to be a global focus if we're going to be effective.

I reinforce my commitment to providing the necessary federal support to the state and local efforts.

We might say a Tanzanian child is my child.

Trade Africa will initially focus on the member states of the East African Community (EAC).

Dar es Salaam means 'harbor of peace,' and we thank you for sharing that sense of peace and brotherhood for which this country and its people have long been known.

Wildlife trafficking reduces those benefits while generating billions of dollars in illicit revenues each year.

Trade Africa will help mobilize resources to support increased U.S.-EAC trade and investment.

Intra-EAC trade has doubled in the past five years.

I know that the President has raised this issue.

Power Africa will build on Africa's enormous power potential, including new discoveries of vast reserves of oil and gas.

South Africa is now leading the way in caring for its citizens, in paving the way for a brighter future for the South African people and their families.

Keep praying. I'll always need prayer.

Thank you and the American people.

We are the largest contributor to the Global Fund, which provides lifesaving ART to 4.2 million people with AIDS.