I hope that tomorrow we can all wherever we are join in expressing our grief at Diana's loss and gratitude for her all-too-short life. It is a chance to show to the whole world the British nation united in grief and respect.

In the United States we do a pretty good job of protecting iconic landscapes and postcard views but the ocean gets no respect.

We are not directly involved in Syria. But we will be working with our partners in the European Union and at the United Nations to see if we can persuade the Syrian authorities to go as I say more in that direction of respect for democracy and human rights.

Our moral religious and political traditions are united in their respect for the dignity of human life.

To be one to be united is a great thing. But to respect the right to be different is maybe even greater.

When law and duty are one united by religion you never become fully conscious fully aware of yourself. You are always a little less than an individual.

The United States is not a nation based upon race creed or religion - we are a nation based upon our loyalty and allegiance to our country and her principles.

In the 21st century I believe the mission of the United Nations will be defined by a new more profound awareness of the sanctity and dignity of every human life regardless of race or religion.

Putin has a lot at stake here and restoring the relationship with the United States and there are already signs as Sandy mentioned that he's moving in the right direction to begin to ascertain that their trade with Iran is not used for the production of nuclear weapons.

For decades Japan has been a friend and reliable trading partner with the United States and I anticipate that relationship will prosper.