US President Barack Obama stands during the American National Anthem during an official arrival ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra on November 16, 2011. US President Barack Obama began a 28-hour visit to long-time ally Australia where their 60-year-old security alliance will be strengthened for a new century marked by the rise of China. AFP PHOTO / Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)