Foreign Affairs

A Proclamation on National Apprenticeship Week, 2024

<p> America&#8217;s workers are the best in the world &#8212; and that is in no small part due to our exceptional Registered Apprenticeship programs. During National Apprenticeship Week, we recommit to supporting these programs, which put so many Americans on a path to securing good-paying jobs and helping build the industries of the future. &#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/15/a-proclamation-on-national-apprenticeship-week-2024/">A Proclamation on National Apprenticeship Week, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Background Press Gaggle on the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Meeting

<p>Lima Convention CenterLima, Peru MODERATOR: We&#8217;ll do this on background, attributed to a senior administration official. Just a couple minutes to read out the trilat meeting. Do you want to kick us off and provide &#8212; SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL: Sure. Maybe just a few comments. Just finished the trilateral leaders-level meeting between President Biden, South&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/11/15/background-press-gaggle-on-the-u-s-rok-japan-trilateral-meeting/">Background Press Gaggle on the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Joint Statement of Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United States

<p>We, the leaders of Japan, the Republic of Korea (ROK), and the United States, convened in the spirit of Camp David to commemorate the remarkable progress our three countries have made since our Trilateral Leaders’ Summit in 2023. Japan, the ROK, and the United States stand united in our dedication to promote human rights, democracy,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/15/joint-statement-of-japan-the-republic-of-korea-and-the-united-states/">Joint Statement of Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United States</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authorities Under Sections 507(d) and 508(a) of the Ukraine Security Supplemental Approp

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT: Delegation of Authorities Under Sections 507(d) and 508(a) of the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/15/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-authorities-under-sections-507d-and-508a-of-the-ukraine-security-supplemental-appropriations-act-2024/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Authorities Under Sections 507(d) and 508(a) of the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Crow Tribe of Montana

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists for the Crow Tribe of Montana and ordered federal aid to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and straight-line winds on August 6, 2024. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals on the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/14/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-disaster-declaration-for-the-crow-tribe-of-montana/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Crow Tribe of Montana</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at a Dedication Ceremony at Delaware Technical Community College

<p>Newark, Delaware Tashauna, it’s so clear that you have a spark for learning and a love for the Delaware Tech community. You prove what I’ve always said, nurses are always my best students! Thank you for sharing your story with us today. To Dan Ehmann, Dr. Mark Brainard, and the Board of Trustees, thank you all&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/15/remarks-as-prepared-for-delivery-by-first-lady-jill-biden-at-a-dedication-ceremony-at-delaware-technical-community-college/">Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at a Dedication Ceremony at Delaware Technical Community College</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Remarks by President Biden and President Dina Boluarte Zegarra of the Republic of Peru in Bilateral Meeting | Lima, Peru

<p>Lima Convention CenterLima, Peru 3:48 P.M. PET PRESIDENT BOLUARTE: (As interpreted.) Dear Mr. President of the United States &#8212; (The interpretive audio devices are adjusted.) PRESIDENT BIDEN: I have to tell you before I begin, when I was a young senator, the president &#8212; a senior senator from Texas said, “Joe, someday you’re going to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/15/remarks-by-president-biden-and-president-dina-boluarte-zegarra-of-the-republic-of-peru-in-bilateral-meeting-lima-peru/">Remarks by President Biden and President Dina Boluarte Zegarra of the Republic of Peru in Bilateral Meeting | Lima, Peru</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

Remarks by President Biden, Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru of Japan, and President Yoon Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea

<p>Lima Convention CenterLima, Peru 2:44 P.M. PET PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Mr. President and Mr. Prime Minister, welcome. It&#8217;s good to be with all of you again. This is a great group. Fifteen months ago, we held the first-ever leader-level summit of our three countries at Camp David, back in the United States, and it inaugurated&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/15/remarks-by-president-biden-prime-minister-ishiba-shigeru-of-japan-and-president-yoon-suk-yeol-of-the-republic-of-korea-in-trilateral-meeting-lima-peru/">Remarks by President Biden, Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru of Japan, and President Yoon Suk Yeol of the Republic of Korea in Trilateral Meeting | Lima, Peru</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Nov 15 2024

A Proclamation on America Recycles Day, 2024

<p>       On America Recycles Day, we recognize the important role recycling plays in helping secure a more sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come.  We show our gratitude for all the people who work hard to make sure we limit our waste and responsibly steward our national resources.  And we recommit to building&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/14/a-proclamation-on-america-recycles-day-2024/">A Proclamation on America Recycles Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

FACT SHEET: A Record 20 Million New Business Applications

<p>The Biden-Harris Administration has powered a small business boom, overseeing record growth and support for small businesses across the country Since President Biden and Vice President Harris took office, American entrepreneurs have filed over 20 million new business applications, the most in any single Presidential term in history. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we have had&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/fact-sheet-a-record-20-million-new-business-applications/">FACT SHEET: A Record 20 Million New Business Applications</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Continues Driving Climate Investments to Reduce Emissions, Lower Home Energy Costs

<p>Investments come ahead of President Biden’s trip to the Amazon, where he will highlight global climate action and ongoing work to preserve and protect this critical ecosystem When President Biden took office, he pledged to restore America’s climate leadership at home and abroad. Every day since, the Biden-Harris Administration has led and delivered on the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-continues-driving-climate-investments-to-reduce-emissions-lower-home-energy-costs/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Continues Driving Climate Investments to Reduce Emissions, Lower Home Energy Costs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Israel / Palestinian Territories (November 13, 2024)

France condemns the recent remarks made by Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, in favor of Israel annexing the West Bank. These remarks are contrary to international law and go against efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. France recalls its commitment to the implementation of a two-state solution, with the two states of Israel and Palestine living side by side in peace and security. This is the only way to achieve a just and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian (…)

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

President Biden Announces Nominees

<p>WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as key leaders in his administration: Additionally, President Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as Republican members of boards and commissions that are required, by statute or longstanding practice, to include bipartisan membership: Carol&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/president-biden-announces-nominees-5/">President Biden Announces Nominees</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Alaska Disaster Declaration

<p>Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by landslides on August 25, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/14/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-alaska-disaster-declaration-11/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Alaska Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Wyoming Disaster Declaration

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Wyoming and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from August 21 to August 31, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/11/13/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-wyoming-disaster-declaration-2/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Wyoming Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Press Release: Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate

<p>NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Carol Kellermann, of New York, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting for a term expiring January 31, 2030, vice Kathy K. Im, term expired. Adam Jeffrey White, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/press-release-nominations-and-withdrawals-sent-to-the-senate/">Press Release: Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Families of Americans Taken Hostage by Hamas

<p>President Joe Biden met this afternoon with families of Americans taken hostage by Hamas. The President provided an update on U.S. efforts to secure the release of all hostages, and reaffirmed the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to getting the hostages home to their loved ones and families. The Administration has worked tirelessly to get a deal&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/13/readout-of-president-bidens-meeting-with-families-of-americans-taken-hostage-by-hamas/">Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Families of Americans Taken Hostage by Hamas</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on a Record 20 Million New Business Applications

<p>I’ve always said that every new small business is an act of hope. As of today, Americans have filed more than 20 million new business applications since Vice President Harris and I took office. That’s 20 million acts of hope by the American people. Under our Administration, we have had the three strongest years of new business&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-a-record-20-million-new-business-applications/">Statement from President Joe Biden on a Record 20 Million New Business Applications</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Meeting between President Joe Biden and President Xi Jinping of

<p>President Joseph R. Biden Jr. will meet with President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in Lima, Peru on November 16.  This will be the third meeting between the two leaders, building on the November 2023 Woodside Summit in California and their November 2022 meeting in Bali, Indonesia. President Biden and President&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-the-meeting-between-president-joe-biden-and-president-xi-jinping-of-the-peoples-republic-of-china/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Meeting between President Joe Biden and President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on a Record 20 Million New Business Applications

<p>Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. They strengthen the middle class by creating jobs and advancing opportunity. That is why President Biden and I have spent every day of our Administration fighting to invest in America’s small businesses, their owners and entrepreneurs, and the workers who power them. Today, I am proud to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/14/statement-from-vice-president-kamala-harris-on-a-record-20-million-new-business-applications/">Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on a Record 20 Million New Business Applications</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Background Press Call on the President’s Meeting with President Xi Jinping in Peru

<p>Via Teleconference 10:05 A.M. EST MODERATOR:  Hi, everyone.  Thank you so much for joining today&#8217;s call.  This is Michael Feldman with the NSC press team.  I’m just going to start up top with the ground rules.  Today&#8217;s call is attributed to &#8212; on background, attributed to senior administration officials and will be held under embargo until 12:30&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/11/13/background-press-call-on-the-presidents-meeting-with-president-xi-jinping-in-peru/">Background Press Call on the President&#8217;s Meeting with President Xi Jinping in Peru</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Cybersecurity - Meeting of the Pall Mall Process to tackle the proliferation and irresponsible use of commercial cyber i

On November 12, 2024, France and the United Kingdom, in collaboration with the Paris Peace Forum, held a meeting in Paris of the Pall Mall Process, an international initiative that aims to develop future regulations to combat the threat posed by the proliferation and irresponsible use of commercial cyber intrusion tools and services. In preparation for the annual conference of the Pall Mall Process, which will be held in April 2025 in Paris, this meeting saw the conclusion of an (…)

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Haiti - Appointment of Alix Didier Fils-Aimé (November 12, 2024)

France takes note of the appointment of Alix Didier Fils-Aimé to the position of Prime Minister of Haiti. France calls on all Haitian political stakeholders to pursue the priorities of the political transition: the re-establishment of security, the organization of elections, and the fight against corruption and impunity. France stands with Haiti and will continue to support the Haitian (…)

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Israel’s Ambassador to France summoned (November 12, 2024)

Today, the Ambassador of Israel to France was summoned to the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs following an incident that took place at France's Eleona domain during the Minister's visit to Jerusalem on November 7. The Ambassador was informed that the presence of armed Israeli security forces at the Eleona domain and the arrest of two gendarmes from the Consulate General of France in Jerusalem who hold diplomatic status were unacceptable, especially in the case of two countries with (…)

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Pakistan - Attack on Quetta railway station (November 9, 2024)

France condemns in the strongest possible terms the November 9th terrorist attack on Quetta railway station in Pakistan, which left over 25 people dead and dozens more injured, including several with serious injuries. France offers its condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of this heinous, cowardly suicide bombing, for which the Baloch Liberation Army has claimed responsibility, and wishes a speedy recovery to those who were wounded. France expresses its full (…)

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024