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President Obama Addresses the Australian Parliament
Even as President Obama works to end the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, he's laying the groundwork to prepare America for the decades ahead. Blog »
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Expanded Military Ties in Australia
When President Obama met with Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Wednesday, they announced plans for the first sustained American military presence in Australia. Blog »
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After Dinner Remarks by President Obama at Parliamentary Dinner
And so tonight -- as we mark 60 years of this remarkable alliance, through war and peace, hardship and prosperity -- we gather together, among so many friends who sustain the bonds between us, and we can say with confidence and with pride: The alliance between the United States and Australia is deeper and stronger than it has ever been -- spot on -- cracker-jack -- -- in top nick. Remarks »
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Remarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Gillard of Australia in Joint Press Conference
"The United States of America has no stronger ally than Australia. We are bound by common values, the rights and the freedoms that we cherish. And for nearly a century, we've stood together in defense of these freedoms. And I'm very happy to be here as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of our alliance, and as we work together to strengthen it for the future." Remarks »
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The White House Blog: Renewing Ties in the Pacific
When President Obama touches down in Australia today, he arrives with two major goals: strengthening our relationships and promoting security in the Pacific. Blog »
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Ambassador's Journal: Rolling Out the Welcome Mat
President Obama arrives in Canberra tomorrow, so Ambassador Bleich has written a synopsis of the President's time in Australia and what we can expect from the visit. Journal »
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Preview of President Obama’s trip
On Wednesday, November 9, Deputy National Security Advisory for Strategic Communications, Ben Rhodes, gave a preview of President Obama’s trip to Hawaii, Australia, and Indonesia. Full briefing »
