This resource will track statements, developments, visits, and other interactions in US-Asia Pacific relations under the President Trump administration. Special focus will be given to the comments and activities of President Donald J. Trump; Vice President Mike Pence; United States Trade Representative Ambassador Robert E. Lighthizer; Secretary of Defense James Mattis; Secretary of State Mike Pompeo; and Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, Jr.
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Remarks by President Trump in Roundtable Discussion on the Economy and Tax Reform | Burnsville, MN - China and North Korea
"With China, $375 billion lost a year. Nobody even believes it. We rebuilt China, just so you understand. We rebuilt China. They did a hell of a job, but they did it using our money. …
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Secretary Pompeo's Remarks at Texas A&M Wiley Lecture Series - China and North Korea
"We’ve got another team, a team that’s working to warn our friends and partners against buying Chinese 5G technology and build out their infrastructure with Chinese equipment. These are companies like Huawei, which will take …
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Secretary Pompeo's Remarks to the Press - North Korea
"QUESTION: Okay, thank you. Can we talk about North Korea for a minute, sir?
SECRETARY POMPEO: Sure. Yes, sir.
QUESTION: And the idea that Kim Jong-un suggests there could be a third summit if we are willing …
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United States Wins Dispute Finding China’s Administration of Grain Tariff-Rate Quotas Breaches WTO Commitments
"U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced today that a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement panel found that China has administered its tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for wheat, corn, and …
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Statement from USTR on Meetings to Discuss the United States-Japan Trade Agreement
"United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer met with Japan’s Economic Revitalization Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on April 15-16 in Washington to continue negotiations on the United States-Japan Trade Agreement.
The two officials reaffirmed their shared goal of …
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Secretary Mattis' Call with Korean Minister of National Defense Han
"Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis spoke today by telephone with Republic of Korea (ROK) Minister of National Defense Han Minkoo to introduce himself and reaffirm the U.S. commitment to defend the ROK and provide extended …
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President Trump's Call with South Korean Acting President Hwang
"President Trump and Acting President Hwang Kyo-Ahn of the Republic of Korea (ROK) spoke by telephone today. Acting President Hwang congratulated the President on his inauguration. The two discussed the importance of the U.S.-ROK …
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President Trump's Call with Japanese Prime Minister Abe
"President Trump and Prime Minister Abe spoke on the phone today to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance and cooperation on regional and global issues. President Trump affirmed the ironclad U.S. commitment to ensuring …
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Vice President Pence’s Call with Australian Foreign Minister Bishop
"Vice President Mike Pence spoke with Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop. Foreign Minister Bishop congratulated the Vice President on the inauguration. The Vice President thanked Foreign Minister Bishop for Australia’s steadfast partnership and contributions around …
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President Trump's Call with Indian Prime Minister Modi
"During a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, President Trump emphasized that the United States considers India a true friend and partner in addressing challenges around the world. The two discussed opportunities to …