US Ambassador Nikki says US ready to lead again

Washington: US Ambassador To UN Nikki Haley said President Donald Trump’s trip to Asia was successful as it helped to strengthen the global community’s commitment to addressing the security threat posed by North Korea and the US is ready to lead again.
She said, “President Trumps recent trip to Asia showed that America is ready to lead again in this crucial region of the world. That includes standing strong with our friends and allies, calling out those who threaten us, and looking out for the best interests of the American people and American businesses.”
Trump who has recently returned from his two-week Asia trip and Haley says this trip has helped in strenthing the ties and deal with the earlier threat posed by North Korea.
She said, “Now more than ever, Kim Jong-un is isolated and feeling the pinch from the strongest set of sanctions ever passed by the UN Security Council.”
Adding that the US President made strides in each country he visited to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region that will benefit the economies and political stability of the region.
“Finally, President Trump stood up for American prosperity by promoting fair trade and new investments that will lead to new jobs for hard-working Americans,” Haley said.
The White House said Trumps visit to the five Asian nations has not only strengthened the existing relations but has also advanced high-standard rules that will enable regional development and prosperity.
It said that Trump has secured new projects and deals that will bring investment back to the US and employ American workers.
“President Trump hosted a trilateral meeting with Prime Minster Turnbull of Australia and Prime Minister (Shinzo) Abe of Japan, which was followed by a bilateral meeting between President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Modi. Representatives at the working level from all four countries met to discuss issues related to the Indo-Pacific,” it said.
The White House also said that, “While visiting Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines, Trump reaffirmed his commitment to promoting prosperity, development, and security in the Indo-Pacific region.”
“In Japan, the two nations launched the Strategic Energy Partnership, which supports universal access to affordable and reliable energy, and agreed to cooperate to offer high-quality infrastructure investment options in the Indo-pacific region.”
“In South Korea, Trump delivered a clear message that the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea will be strengthened and grounded in shared values and mutual trust, the White House said.