Scotland/Foreign Affairs

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

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

Press Release: Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

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

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

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

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

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

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

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

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… 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>.

Updated: Thu Nov 14 2024

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

Via Teleconference 10:05 A.M. EST MODERATOR: Hi, everyone. Thank you so much for joining today’s call. This is Michael Feldman with the NSC press team. I’m just going to start up top with the ground rules. Today’s call is attributed to — on background, attributed to senior administration officials and will be held under embargo until 12:30… 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’s Meeting with President Xi Jinping in Peru</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

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

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:49 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Oh, okay. (Laughter.) I’m excited to see you all too. Okay. So, today, President Biden met with President-elect Trump for approximately two hours in the Oval Office. White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients and incoming… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/11/13/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-and-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-19/">Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Remarks as Delivered by Senior Advisor John Podesta at COP29

Colleagues, on behalf of President Biden: the United States is here at COP29 to help produce successful outcomes that keep 1.5 C alive. We face an urgent question: do we secure sustainable prosperity for our countries, or do we condemn our most vulnerable to unimaginable climate disasters? 2024 will be the hottest year on record.… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/13/remarks-as-delivered-by-senior-advisor-john-podesta-at-cop29/">Remarks as Delivered by Senior Advisor John Podesta at COP29</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the PHILADELPHIA250 Countdown to the 250th Gala

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thank you, Governor—Ed. You always have Pennsylvania in your heart. Joe and I are so grateful to have seen that heart—and to have had the opportunity to show you ours, to be able to call you a friend. You’re a true leader—putting people first, always thinking about how you can do the most… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/13/remarks-as-prepared-for-delivery-by-first-lady-jill-biden-at-the-philadelphia250-countdown-to-the-250th-gala/">Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the PHILADELPHIA250 Countdown to the 250th Gala</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the Classroom to Career Summit

East Room 10:09 A.M. EST THE FIRST LADY: Hello. (Applause.) (Laughs.) Hey, Kate. Hey, Randi. (Applause.) Thank you. Hello! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you very much. Please be seated. (Applause.) Well, Joe, that started our day off right, didn’t it? (Laughter.) So, welcome to the White House. Several years ago, a student of mine… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/13/remarks-by-president-biden-and-first-lady-jill-biden-at-the-classroom-to-career-summit/">Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the Classroom to Career Summit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Remarks by President Biden and President-Elect Trump in a Meeting

Oval Office 11:07 A.M. EST PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Mr. President-Elect and former president — PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much, Joe. PRESIDENT BIDEN: — and — Donald, congratulations. PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. PRESIDENT BIDEN: And looking forward to having a, like we said, smooth transition — do everything we can to make sure… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/13/remarks-by-president-biden-and-president-elect-trump-in-a-meeting/">Remarks by President Biden and President-Elect Trump in a Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Statement from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard on the October 2024 Consumer Price Index

Today’s report shows CPI inflation was 2.6% in October, close to its pre-pandemic rate. This has been a hard-fought recovery, but we are making progress for working families, with gas prices down to $3.08 per gallon, insulin prices down from as much as $400 to $35 per month for seniors, and household incomes up by… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/13/statement-from-national-economic-advisor-lael-brainard-on-the-october-2024-consumer-price-index/">Statement from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard on the October 2024 Consumer Price Index</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on MOU Signed by United States, Canada, and Finland to Build Arct

In July, the United States, Canada, and Finland announced a groundbreaking new partnership that advances our national security by spurring the production of polar icebreakers and other capabilities. This partnership will ensure that the polar and Arctic regions remain peaceful and cooperative. Today, just months after we kicked off this partnership, we are taking a… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/13/statement-from-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-on-mou-signed-by-united-states-canada-and-finland-to-build-arctic-and-polar-icebreakers/">Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on MOU Signed by United States, Canada, and Finland to Build Arctic and Polar Icebreakers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

UNESCO - Meeting between Jean-Noël Barrot and Khaled El-Enany (Paris, November 8, 2024)

On November 8, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot spoke with Khaled El-Enany, the Egyptian candidate for the position of Director-General of UNESCO. The election for this position will take place in November 2025. The Minister confirmed that France fully supports Khaled El-Enany's candidacy. He recalled our dedication to seeing multilateralism strengthened, in addition to France's commitment to UNESCO's mandate in the areas of education, culture, science, heritage, and (…)

Updated: Wed Nov 13 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Leverages Historic U.S. Climate Leadership at Home and Abroad to Urge Countries

FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Leverages Historic U.S. Climate Leadership at Home and Abroad to Urge Countries to Accelerate Global Climate Action at the 29th U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP29) Since Day One, President Biden has treated climate change as not only one of the greatest challenges of our time, but also as a once-in-a-generation opportunity… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/12/fact-sheet-biden-%e2%81%a0harris-administration-leverages-historic-u-s-climate-leadership-at-home-and-abroad-to-urge-countries-to-accelerate-global-climate-action-at-the-29th-u-n-climate-change-con/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Leverages Historic U.S. Climate Leadership at Home and Abroad to Urge Countries to Accelerate Global Climate Action at the 29th U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP29)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Nov 12 2024

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at a Reception Celebrating Culinary Arts in Diplomacy

The East Room Thank you, Clare. You and everyone at the Foundation are continuing James Beard’s legacy—bringing incredible food to more people and celebrating the chefs who make it. Ethan—you’ve been an incredible leader, not just in these last few years at the State Department, but over your three decades of service. As anyone who’s… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/12/remarks-as-prepared-for-delivery-by-first-lady-jill-biden-at-a-reception-celebrating-culinary-arts-in-diplomacy/">Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at a Reception Celebrating Culinary Arts in Diplomacy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Nov 12 2024

Remarks by President Biden and President Isaac Herzog of the State of Israel Before a Meeting

Oval Office 11:55 A.M. EST Q President Biden, do you think we can get a hostage deal by the end of your term? PRESIDENT BIDEN: Do you think you can keep from getting hit in the head by a — a camera behind you? All right. Well, thank you all. Well, Mr. President, welcome back… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/12/remarks-by-president-biden-and-president-isaac-herzog-of-the-state-of-israel-before-a-meeting/">Remarks by President Biden and President Isaac Herzog of the State of Israel Before a Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Nov 12 2024

Remarks by President Biden and President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia Before Bilateral Meeting

Oval Office 2:45 P.M. EST PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Mr. President, welcome to the White House. PRESIDENT SUBIANTO: Thank you very much, sir. PRESIDENT BIDEN: Good to have you here. And we’re making — PRESIDENT SUBIANTO: Thank you very much. PRESIDENT BIDEN: We’re marking an important anniversary: 75 years of diplomatic relationship with Indonesia and the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/12/remarks-by-president-biden-and-president-prabowo-subianto-of-indonesia-before-bilateral-meeting/">Remarks by President Biden and President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia Before Bilateral Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Nov 12 2024

FACT SHEET: To Mark Veterans Day, Biden-Harris Administration Highlights Historic Care, Benefits & New Actions to Suppor

Administration announces record-low number of veterans experiencing homelessness nationwide, expands eligibility for disability benefits and sets record for care and benefits delivered to veterans through President Biden’s Unity Agenda President Biden believes we have a sacred obligation to care our nation’s veterans and their families. Simply put, we owe them a debt we can never… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/11/11/fact-sheet-to-mark-veterans-day-biden-harris-administration-highlights-historic-care-benefits-new-actions-to-support-veterans-and-their-families-2/">FACT SHEET: To Mark Veterans Day, Biden-Harris Administration Highlights Historic Care, Benefits & New Actions to Support Veterans and Their Families</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Mon Nov 11 2024

Remarks as Delivered by John Podesta Press Conference at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan

Good afternoon everyone, and for those who might have wandered into the wrong room, I’m John Podesta. I’m going to speak for a few minutes and then I’m going to take some questions from the press. But I want to start by recognizing our wonderful Ambassador to Azerbaijan Mark Libby who is sitting up here… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/11/11/remarks-as-delivered-by-john-podesta-press-conference-at-the-29th-un-climate-change-conference-cop-29-in-baku-azerbaijan/">Remarks as Delivered by John Podesta Press Conference at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Mon Nov 11 2024