One thing is interesting with regard to the Obama administration. In her first speech as Secretary of State, Mrs. Clinton emphasized the importance of development on the one hand and diplomacy on the other.
Of course, the United States, like Canada, will continue to play a military role and a traditional security role. So we've accepted that in its case, and we must accept the fact that in our case, there's been a decline in importance of our roles, other than those related to national defence, which are essential in today's world.
We are lucky in Canada. Canada adopted this position long before the United States did. That position has now been adopted by Mr. Obama.
One possibility is open to us. We have what it takes to be a partner that is consistent with the aspirations of the new U.S. administration.