"I've always believed that America's role in the world ... has been one that should engage the world. We can't dictate to the world. But we must engage in the world," Hagel said.

"No nation, as great as America is, can do this on their own. We need to continue to build on the strong relationships that we have built."

On Feb. 21, three experts from the Heritage Foundation, a U.S. think tank, co-wrote in an article that the Obama administration have not paid enough attention to the transatlantic alliance in the past four years.

But it is believed that Kerry's trip to Europe as top U.S. diplomat would open up an opportunity for the United States to improve relations with these countries, especially Britain.

Lew, like Kerry and Hagel, also emphasized the importance of international cooperation, urging the Obama administration to work with its partners around the globe as well as organizations like the Group of 20.

Through boosting ties with its allies, Obama is more likely to forge an alliance when dealing with global challenges such as the Syria crisis, the nuclear issues in Iran and on the Korean Peninsula, analysts said, adding that it could also serve as a foundation for his peace efforts for the Middle East.

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