Foreign Affairs

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of H.R. 4346, "The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022"

South Lawn 10:38 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, I tell you what: Detroit is making some really hot vehicles. (Laughter.) They even got a Hummer that can go 4.1, 0 to 60. That's faster than my Corvette, and my Corvette is older than I am, almost. But what I realize is that my Corvette is... The post Remarks by President Biden at Signing of H.R. 4346, "The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022" appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Tue Aug 09 2022

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Instruments of Ratifications for the Accession Protocols to the North Atlantic T

East Room 2:19 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, thank you, thank you. Please. ("Hail to the Chief" concludes.) It's never played that long. (Laughter.) Well, thank you all very much, and good afternoon. Vice President Harris and First Gentleman - well, actually the Second Gentleman, but you're really my first gentleman. (Laughter.) And ambassadors,... The post Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Instruments of Ratifications for the Accession Protocols to the North Atlantic Treaty for Finland and Sweden appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Tue Aug 09 2022

Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Roundtable Discussion with University Presidents

Vice President's Ceremonial OfficeEisenhower Executive Office Building 3:20 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. I want to thank these extraordinary leaders, these education leaders for being here - for traveling to be here for this important discussion and for the work that you each do every day building the future of our nation and... The post Remarks by Vice President Harris Before Roundtable Discussion with University Presidents appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Tue Aug 09 2022

Chad - France welcomes the signing of a peace agreement between Chad's government and 43 political groups and armed factions

France welcomes today's signing of a historic peace agreement in Doha between Chad's transitional authorities and 43 Chadian political and military groups. France hails the efforts of Qatar, which has worked relentlessly over the past five months to broker this agreement. The Doha agreement is a major step toward the inclusive national dialogue that will soon begin in N'Djamena and will include all of the country's political and social forces. France expresses its readiness to join with all (...)

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

FACT SHEET: U.S. STRATEGY TOWARD SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA

Read the full strategy here Sub-Saharan Africa plays a critical role in advancing global priorities to the benefit of Africans and Americans. It has one of the world's fastest growing populations, largest free trade areas, most diverse ecosystems, and one of the largest regional voting groups in the United Nations (UN). It is impossible to... The post FACT SHEET: U.S. STRATEGY TOWARD SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Japan - Conversation between Catherine Colonna and her counterpart (08 Aug. 2022)

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna spoke by telephone with Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi. The ministers expressed their deep concern over the large-scale military exercises that China has been conducting around Taiwan for several days, and especially over the launch of ballistic missiles, five of which landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone. The minister expressed France's full solidarity with Japan in this situation. The two ministers emphasized the (...)

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT: Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary... The post Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Remarks by President Biden Before Air Force One Departure

9:21 A.M. EDT Q How are you feeling, Mr. President? How are you feeling? Come over. Q How are you feeling? THE PRESIDENT: Feeling great. Tested negative again today. Been testing every day. All good. All is good. Q To what extent do you expect the inflation bill to help Democrats during the midterms once it passes, Mr. President? THE... The post Remarks by President Biden Before Air Force One Departure appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Remarks by Vice President Harris In Press Gaggle Following the Senate Vote on the Inflation Reduction Act

U.S. CapitolWashington, D.C. Q (Inaudible) with Build Back Better? THE VICE PRESIDENT: You know, I have to say, this is a great day. And since the day we first took office, the President and I and our administration have been focused on lowering costs for American families through a variety of means, starting with the... The post Remarks by Vice President Harris In Press Gaggle Following the Senate Vote on the Inflation Reduction Act appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Statement by President Biden on the Ceasefire in Gaza

I welcome the announcement tonight of a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza-based militants after three days of hostilities. Over these last 72-hours, the United States has worked with officials from Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, and others throughout the region to encourage a swift resolution to the conflict. I thank President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi and the... The post Statement by President Biden on the Ceasefire in Gaza appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Mon Aug 08 2022

Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials Previewing the U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa

Via Teleconference MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone. Good evening for those of you in the region. This is [moderator]. This call will be on background for attribution to "senior administration officials." For awareness, not for reporting, on the line are [senior administration official], [senior administration official], and [senior administration official]. The contents of the call will... The post Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials Previewing the U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Aug 07 2022

Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update

To view the letter from the Physician to the President, visit: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Update-8.7.pdf ### The post Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Aug 07 2022

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Amends Kentucky Disaster Declaration

Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the Commonwealth of Kentucky by authorizing an increase in the level of federal funding for emergency work undertaken in the Commonwealth of Kentucky as a result of severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides beginning on July 26, 2022, and continuing. Under the President's major disaster declaration issued for the Commonwealth of Kentucky on July 29, 2022,... The post President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Amends Kentucky Disaster Declaration appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Aug 07 2022

Statement by President Biden on Senate Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act

Today, Senate Democrats sided with American families over special interests, voting to lower the cost of prescription drugs, health insurance, and everyday energy costs and reduce the deficit, while making the wealthiest corporations finally pay their fair share. I ran for President promising to make government work for working families again, and that is what this... The post Statement by President Biden on Senate Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Aug 07 2022

Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update

To view the letter from the Physician to the President, visit: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Update-8.6.pdf ### The post Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sat Aug 06 2022

Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris's Meeting with Latina State Legislators on Reproductive Rights

Today Vice President Harris convened Latina state legislators from Kansas, Utah, Texas, Arizona, New York, Illinois, and Nevada who are on the frontlines of protecting reproductive rights in their states. They were also joined by advocates and a health care provider during the meeting at the White House. The Vice President thanked the leaders for their... The post Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris's Meeting with Latina State Legislators on Reproductive Rights appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sat Aug 06 2022

Situation in Gaza and Israel - Statement by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs spokeswoman (06 Aug. 2022)

France expresses its grave concern at the escalating situation in Gaza and deplores the Palestinian civilian casualties. It condemns the firing of rockets into Israeli territory and reiterates its unconditional commitment to the security of Israel. France calls on all parties to exercise restraint to avoid any further escalation, which would first and foremost affect civilian populations. France recalls all parties' obligations to protect civilians and comply with international (...)

Updated: Sat Aug 06 2022

Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Indiana Abortion Ban

The Indiana legislature took a devastating step as a result of the Supreme Court's extreme decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate women's constitutionally-protected right to abortion. And, it's another radical step by Republican legislators to take away women's reproductive rights and freedom, and put personal health care decisions in the hands of politicians... The post Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Indiana Abortion Ban appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sat Aug 06 2022

Bills Signed: H.R. 7334 and H.R. 7352

On Friday, August 5, 2022, the President signed into law: H.R. 7334, the "COVID-19 EIDL Fraud Statute of Limitations Act of 2022," which establishes a ten-year statute of limitations for fraud by borrowers under the Small Business Administration's COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan programs. Thank you to Representatives Luetkemeyer, Velazquez, Davids, and Van Duyne. H.R.... The post Bills Signed: H.R. 7334 and H.R. 7352 appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Protect Places of Worship

Ten years ago, a gunman attacked the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in the town of Oak Creek. Six people died and four were wounded, and a seventh victim died of his wounds in 2020. Tragically, threats and acts of violence against places of worship have increased over the past 10 years, both in the United... The post FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Protect Places of Worship appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update

To view the letter from the Physician to the President, visit: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Update-8.5.pdf ### The post Letter from Dr. Kevin O'Connor: President Biden SARS-CoV-2 Update appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

One year after the Generation Equality Forum

The Generation Equality Forum, which was held from 30 June to 2 July 2021 in Paris, was a historic moment for the rights of women and girls and gender equality. More than 25 years after the Beijing conference in 1995, France took stock of the commitments made on that occasion. The promises made by France have been kept, with financial support of ?400 million, in particular to support sexual and reproductive health and rights and the health of women and girls for the 2021-2025 period, and (...)

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, August 5, 2022

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:18 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everybody. Q Hi. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Oh. Uh-oh, that doesn't sound very good. Let's see what we got today. Okay, let me first say: This is the People's House. It should be a place all can see. We are saddened by the tragic... The post Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, August 5, 2022 appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

Press release French foreign trade results for the first half of 2022 (05 Aug. 2022)

Olivier Becht, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Economic Attractiveness and French Nationals Abroad, attached to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, presented the foreign trade results for the first half of 2022, published today, Friday 5 August, by the General Directorate of Customs [and Excise] and the Banque de France. While boasting excellent results in the services sector and continued economic attractiveness, France nevertheless shares the general deterioration in the (...)

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022

Readout of the National Security Advisor to the Vice President's Meeting with Leadership of the Partnership for Central Ameri

National Security Advisor to the Vice President Dr. Phil Gordon hosted a meeting today with Partnership for Central America (PCA) leaders Ajay Banga and Ray Chambers, CEOs from companies that have responded to the Vice President's Call to Action for Northern Central America, and a team of senior U.S. government officials to chart the path... The post Readout of the National Security Advisor to the Vice President's Meeting with Leadership of the Partnership for Central America appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Aug 05 2022