transparency over china's military buildup and destabilizing action in the south china sea, as well as the military intimidation of taiwan. >> the president, vice president, secretary of state met privately for over an hour. all three american officials say they welcome 2008, an. >> bret: ed herniary live on the north lawn. thank you. dealing with china and other potential threats is a big part of the press secretary's job. while other areas of concern were addressed, the national security correspondent jennifer griffin has more. >> it looks like payback is coming. in bangkok. day after -- [ inaudible ] authorities have two in custody and are looking for a