Mr Obama headed home after the conclusion of the Apec summit, which drew together the leaders of the 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member nations in Lima, Peru. It was an awkward trip for Mr Obama, who campaigned against Mr Trump but had to reassure US allies on the future. Questions about Mr Trump trailed Mr Obama throughout his trip as world leaders quizzed him on Mr Trump's stances on key issues. On his final day in Peru, Mr Obama sought to reassure leaders that their longstanding ties with the US wouldn't falter under Mr Trump. Mr Obama said Mr Trump's presidency would probably be far different from his candidacy.

Source: Bangkok Post November 21, 2016 21:02 UTC