On the recordMarch 4, 2013
the U.S. rebalance towards Asia is durable and will persist and grow regardless of automatic, widespread budget cuts this fiscal year and lower overall spending levels in future years.
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congress.govthe U.S. rebalance towards Asia is durable and will persist and grow regardless of automatic, widespread budget cuts this fiscal year and lower overall spending levels in future years.
Carter emphasized the commitment to Asia despite budget cuts.
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