This resource tracked statements, developments, visits, and other interactions in US-Indo-Pacific relations under the President Trump administration. Special focus was 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 State Mike Pompeo; Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, Jr.; former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson; former Secretary of Defense James Mattis; and former Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark Esper.
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Secretary Pompeo's Remarks on Sri Lanka's National Day
"On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend to Sri Lanka very warm wishes as you commemorate your national day.
The United States remains eager to build on our partnership with Sri Lanka and advance shared interests in the Indo-Pacific region based on our common democratic values. Sri Lanka’s democratic institutions and constitutional processes have ensured your country’s continued advancement. We look forward to working together to further deepen ties between our nations, promote shared prosperity, and secure a stable…
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Secretary Pompeo's Meeting With Australia Foreign Minister Marise Payne
"Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met on January 30 with Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne. The two lauded the vitality of the bilateral alliance, including our mutual efforts to promote a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. The Secretary and Foreign Minister coordinated on our top foreign policy goals, including achieving a fully denuclearized North Korea and plans for President Trump and Chairman Kim to meet at a second Summit. The Secretary and Foreign Minister also updated each other on our joint efforts to support growth…
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Secretary Pompeo's Interview With Sean Hannity of Fox News - North Korea
"QUESTION: There’s been a lot of talk about a second summit with Kim Jong-un. It’s pretty amazing to me the progress there, because no more rockets. It was happening on a regular basis, being fired over Japan, threatening the entire region, even threatening the United States. Hostages have been returned. The remains of American soldiers have been returned, and denuclearization talks continue. What is the status now of where those negotiations are and when do you foresee another summit?
SECRETARY POMPEO: So Sean, I think…
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Secretary Pompeo's Interview With Laura Ingraham of The Laura Ingraham Show Podcast - China
"QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, a lot of people are looking forward to new developments perhaps in our – again, it’s a trade stand-off with China. As you know, I’ve supported this move with trade, taking a hard line given the cheating of China. What can you tell us about potential progress with the Chinese given the huge hit they’ve taken to their economy, much more pronounced than, of course, it’s affected our country?
SECRETARY POMPEO: Yeah. So the slowdown in economic growth in China is very…
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Secretary Pompeo's Interview With Martha MacCallum of Fox News - North Korea
"QUESTION: North Korea. Some look at North Korea and remember the meeting, the first meeting that the President had with Kim Jong-un – shaking hands, President came back, he said no doubt in his mind that the denuclearization process was underway and that it would absolutely happen. Now there are reports that there’s a new top-secret missile base, and perhaps 19 new missiles that we can’t identify the locations of. Is that progress?
SECRETARY POMPEO: Let me start by saying the American people should be…
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Secretary Pompeo's Remarks to the World Economic Forum - China
"MR BRENDE: Thank you, Secretary. We’re very pleased that you have joined us, and it does look brisk there. And you also mentioned China in your short intervention, and I know from all participants here in Davos there is huge interest in the Sino-U.S. relationship. We see that growth is slowing in China. We also know that there will be a trade delegation visiting DC later this year. So from your perspective as Secretary of State, how do you see the role of China in…
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Secretary Pompeo's Phone Call With Japanese Foreign Minister Kono
"On January 20, Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Japanese Foreign Minister Kono to discuss next steps on DPRK engagement. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Kono reaffirmed our commitment to the final, fully verified denuclearization of the DPRK. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Kono affirmed the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance and to continue working closely together to address common challenges in the Indo-Pacific."
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Secretary Pompeo's Call With Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Kang
"Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke on January 20 with Republic of Korea (R.O.K.) Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha. They updated each other on respective U.S. and R.O.K. engagements with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (D.P.R.K.). Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Kang affirmed the enduring strength of the U.S.-R.O.K. Alliance."
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Secretary Pompeo's Interview with Scott Thuman of Sinclair Broadcast Group
"QUESTION: On North Korea, there’s plenty of reporting about a delegation here in Washington this weekend planning for a possible second summit. Critics say since that first meeting that North Korea has yet to truly denuclearize as far as giving up weapons, long-range missiles. Some people wonder what is the point of having these conversations anymore. Is there a reason to be optimistic?
SECRETARY POMPEO: Yeah. “Critics say” is how you began this question, as I recall. Some critics have said we’ve offered too much…
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Secretary Pompeo's Meeting With DPRK Vice Chairman Kim Yong Chol
"Secretary Pompeo and Special Representative for North Korea Stephen Biegun met with DPRK Vice Chairman Kim Yong Chol in Washington January 18. The Secretary, Special Representative Biegun, and Vice Chairman Kim discussed efforts to make progress on the commitments President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un made at their summit in Singapore. At the conclusion of the Secretary’s meeting with Vice Chairman Kim, the two sides held a productive first meeting at the working level. Special Representative Biegun will travel to Sweden January 19-22 to…