Keywords: President Aquino with Ambassador Thomas.jpg en Under Secretary of state for Political Affairs William J Burns middle shakes hands with Republic of the Philippines President Benigno Aquino right as U S Ambassador to the Philippines Harry K Thomas Jr left looks on Under Secretary Burns visited Malacanang Palace to meet with President Aquino and convey the United States congratulations The meeting with President Aquino and top cabinet members focused on strengthening the U S “ Philippine relationship and cooperation Under Secretary Burns emphasized the U S is ready to partner with the Philippines to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of the 21st century http //manila usembassy gov/pg2010_0024 html U S Embassy in Manila Philippines 2010 PD-USGov Benigno Aquino III Harry K Thomas Jr |