VOA慢速英语:Japanese Leader Praises Alliance with U.S. at Pearl Harbor Memorial

短语讲解：

1. It sends a symbolic message to, not only the incoming president-elect, but also to the region, that the U.S.-Japan alliance is stronger than ever, that we are able to confront past problems between us and still be stronger as allies.

not only... but also...不仅...而且...
例句：These not only help in presentation but also help orient users.
这不仅有助于表达，而且可以帮助使用者在创建时更好地定位。
be able to 能够
例句：They may be able to help with childcare so that you can have a break
他们可以帮忙照料孩子，这样你就可以歇一歇了。

2. Before the visit, China’s foreign ministry said Japan cannot turn over a new page of history without reaching an understanding with its Asian neighbors.

turn over 移交; （使） 翻转
例句：He was determined to mend his ways and turn over new leaf.
他决心改过自新,重新做人。