![]() ![]() Those commitments include, of course, security. ![]() In doing so, there should be no doubt: We have enduring interests in this region, and we have enduring commitments as well. ![]() Our intention is to strengthen our partnerships and reinforce our shared vision so that the United States, with our partners, can together continue shaping that history. I believe that when the history of the 21st century is written, much of it will be centered right here in the Indo-Pacific. We will also work with new, results-oriented groups, like the Quad and the U.S.-Mekong Partnership.Īnd we will always be true to our values and support those who seek a better future for all people. In addition to deepening close bilateral relations, we will also work multilaterally, through longstanding institutions, like ASEAN, which remains central to the region’s architecture. The United States will pursue a free and open Indo-Pacific that promotes our interests and those of our partners and allies. Our partnerships will be grounded in candor, openness, inclusiveness, shared interests, and mutual benefits. To do that, we will invest our time and our energy to fortify our key partnerships, including with Singapore and Vietnam. ![]() Now, as we face threats to that order, I am here to reaffirm our commitment to that vision - to strengthen it and to make sure it addresses the challenges of today and of tomorrow. In this region, we have long put forward a vision of peace and stability, freedom on the seas, unimpeded commerce, advancing human rights, a commitment to the international rules-based order, and the recognition that our common interests are not zero-sum. All of which underscores America’s connection to the Indo-Pacific. And in 2019, the United States conducted nearly $2 trillion of two-way trade here. Our exports to the region support 4 million American jobs. Just consider: Some of our closest allies and strongest partners are here. And this region is critically important to our nation’s security and prosperity. The United States is a proud part of the Indo-Pacific. That is why our partnerships in Singapore, in Southeast Asia, and throughout the Indo-Pacific are a top priority for the United States. And in order, then, to embrace this new era, nations must be willing to take on challenges together and create opportunities together. The fact is, our world is more interconnected and interdependent. As I have said many times over these past many months, the fact is that I believe our world is embarking on a new era - an era with new challenges, like cybersecurity, and an era with new opportunities, like clean energy. And we are extremely grateful to our men and women in uniform and to embassy staff who are on the ground, as we speak, making this historic airlift happen in an incredibly difficult and dangerous environment.Īnd we are grateful to our international partners for standing with us and working with us to meet this challenge, including Singapore.Īt the same time, it is also imperative that as we address developments in one region, we continue to advance our interests in other regions, including this region.Īnd that brings me to why I am here today in Singapore. We are laser-focused on the task at hand. Over these past weeks, the United States has been focused on safely evacuating American citizens, international partners, Afghans who worked side by side with us, and other Afghans at risk. Months ago, President Joe Biden made the courageous and right decision to end this war because we had achieved what we went there to do. Many members of our military gave their lives in Afghanistan, as did many from our allies and partners. You all know we were at war in Afghanistan for 20 long years. So before I begin my comments, I will talk about that. I’m speaking about Afghanistan, because I am fully aware that, as I stand here today, the eyes of many around the world are on Afghanistan. It is a joy and an honor to be with you today and to be here in Singapore.Īnd, Ambassador, you mentioned it - you ended your comments with this, and I will begin my comments. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good morning to everyone. Get Involved Show submenu for “Get Involved””.The White House Show submenu for “The White House””.Office of the United States Trade Representative.Office of Science and Technology Policy.Executive Offices Show submenu for “Executive Offices””.Administration Show submenu for “Administration””. ![]()
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