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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President Trump's Remarks at Indian-American Gathering in Houston with Indian Prime Minister Modi
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Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Morrison of Australia at Pratt Industries Plant Opening
"This is a very special occasion. Today, we celebrate the extraordinary economic partnership between our nations and we proudly declare that Pratt Industries and this great, great state of Ohio is open for business. (Applause.) Open for business.
And Pratt has pledged, as I said, to invest many billions of dollars in the United States. It’s okay if you come back to Ohio. You know, you can keep coming back here. Do you — I think we want him back. He’ll do another couple of…
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Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Morrison of Australia at State Dinner
"PRESIDENT TRUMP: Prime Minister Morrison, Mrs. Morrison: Melania and I are immensely honored to host you and the entire Australian delegation for a State Dinner in the historic Rose Garden. I want to thank America’s magnificent First Lady for this truly exquisite evening. Thank you very much to Melania. She worked hard. Thank you. (Applause.) Great job.
Tonight, we celebrate more than a century of loyal and devoted friendship between the United States and Australia. Both of our nations are blessed by the uncommon courage…
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Secretary Pompeo's Toast to Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison
"Well, good afternoon and welcome – or should I say G’day? (Laughter.) It is, in fact, that. It is my great honor and privilege to welcome you, Prime Minister Morrison, to the State Department. You hosted, along with your beautiful wife, hosted Susan and me just last month in Sydney. It was spectacular. For our next meal in America, we want you to come out to the real Outback in Kansas – (laughter) – where the people, much like all across America, are kindred spirits…
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Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Morrison of Australia Before Bilateral Meeting - China
"Q Mr. President, will you be asking Australia to do more when it comes to China?
PRESIDENT TRUMP: Say it. What?
Q Will you be asking Australia to do more when it comes to China?
PRESIDENT TRUMP: Well, we’re talking about China all the time. And Scott has very strong opinions on China. And I think I’d let him, maybe, express those opinions. Maybe you do it right now. You’re not going to get a better audience than this. (Laughter.)
PRIME MINISTER MORRISON: We —…
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Nepali Constitution Day
"On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I offer my best wishes to the people of Nepal on your Constitution Day on September 20.
The United States and Nepal have enjoyed more than seven decades of friendship and close ties between our peoples. The United States is committed to supporting Nepal’s continued development as a stable, prosperous, and sovereign nation.
On this special occasion, I congratulate all Nepalis as you celebrate this important holiday."