Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs

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The Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, headed by Assistant Secretary Kurt M. Campbell, deals with U.S. foreign policy and U.S. relations with the countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
U.S.-Philippines Alliance
Assistant Secretary Campbell (Feb. 7): "Our efforts to strengthen the U.S.-Philippine alliance are part of a broader strategy by the Obama Administration to increase American strategic engagement and focus in the Asia-Pacific region. "  Full Text» Fact Sheet» Joint Statement»  Remarks»
North Korea
Assistant Secretary Campbell (Feb.1 ): "We believe that they (China) have taken steps to underscore their commitment to the transition in power in North Korea. Those steps might include further provision of assistance, given the circumstances in North Korea."  Full Text»  More»
Burma Making Progress
Secretary Clinton (Jan. 13): "I encouraged authorities to continue along the path of reform. We have seen progress on several fronts...and I applaud it. The U.S. will meet action with action. We will now begin." Full Text» More» Special Briefing»
Asia-Pacific Region
Assistant Secretary Campbell (Jan. 4): "Even while the United States is making adjustments in its global military posture, we are intent on maintaining a very strong, enduring military presence in the Asia-Pacific region. And I just want to underscore that, overall, our commitment to the security of Japan and to regional security in Asia will continue. And we will also be taking steps to strengthen and diversify our security relationships around the Pacific."  Full Text»
North Korea
Assistant Secretary Campbell (Jan. 4): "I think the United States and China share a strong determination to maintain peace and stability. I think we both underscored how important it will be over the course of the coming months to maintain very close contact between Washington and Beijing."  Full Text»


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