The fact that President Obama gave up his public holiday (today is the President's Day) and held the US-Asean Leaders Summit has shown Washington's recognition towards the importance of Asean. (Najib Razak)

The fact that President Obama gave up his public holiday (today is the President's Day) and held the US-Asean Leaders Summit has shown Washington's recognition towards the importance of Asean.

Najib Razak

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