. >> [speaking korean] >> you see mr. ching seated at the head table. as i was receiving guests and when he came up to me and i was shaking hands, i thought to myself that this is my chance to explain to mr. king that the fta will create many jobs for his union. [applause] >> [speaking korean] >> the fact that mr. king accepted the invitation to be here tonight goes to show that he believes in the essence and the core values of the fta so i have no worries. >> [speaking korean] >> mr. president, madam first lady, ladies and gentlemen -- a relationship between our two countries began one of the 30 years ago. 60 years ago, our mutual defense treaty began what is considered to be one of the strongest military and political alliances that the world has ever known of course, we are here today to celebrate our journey of the last 60 years, one that has been marked by triumphs and sometimes particles -- but always full of hope. we are gathered here to reaffirm our friendship and renew our common commitment toward our shared goals. i know that our relationship