Foreign Affairs

A Proclamation on Mother's Day, 2022

Every Mother's Day, we give special thanks to honor and celebrate the mothers in our lives. Mothers across America provide unconditional love and extraordinary strength. They are our rocks in moments of crisis and our guiding lights when we need it most. Our Nation would not be where we are today without their enduring foundation...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

A Proclamation on National Women's Health Week, 2022

During National Women's Health Week, we recommit to ensuring the health and well-being of women and girls across our Nation. Central to this mission is protecting women's fundamental rights to make their own choices and build their own future. I am committed to defending women's rights, including their access to reproductive health care. Roe has been the law of the land...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Bill Signed: S. 400

On Friday, May 6, 2022, the President signed into law: S. 400, the "William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y. Mineta Department of Transportation Headquarters Act," which designates the headquarters building of the Department of Transportation located at 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, in Washington, DC, as the William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y....

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Combatting desertification: COP15 of the United Nations Convention (UNCCD) in Abidjan (09-20 May 2022)

The 15th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) will take place in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, from 9 to 20 May 2022. The theme, "Land. Life. Legacy: From scarcity to prosperity", focuses on the sustainability of the land for present and future generations. In addition to the issues related to drought and land restoration, desertification also entails international migration, land tenure and gender issues. COP15 will (...)

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Europe in a Comic Strip

For the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the Cité Internationale de la Bande Dessinée et de l'Image, wanted to take a look back at the history of European construction in comic strips. The thirteen comic strip pages that form this exhibition highlight key events in the history of the European Union. From the first declaration by Robert Schuman in the Clock Room at the French Foreign Ministry on 9 May (...)

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) and Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT: Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) and Section 614(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...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

President Biden Announces Key Nominees

WASHINGTON - Today, President Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve in key roles in his administration: Donald R. Cravins Jr., Nominee for Under Secretary for Minority Business Development, Department of Commerce David P. Pekoske, Nominee for Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security Hugo F. Rodriguez Jr.,...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jen Psaki?

Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Cincinnati, Ohio 12:31 P.M. EDT MS. PSAKI: So, welcome to our trip to Cincinnati. This is my last gaggle on Air Force One, so I have a lot of things to get off my chest. (Laughter.) I'm just kidding. Okay, I wanted to give you guys a sense of the...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Remarks By President Biden on the Bipartisan Innovation Act?

United Performance MetalsHamilton, Ohio 3:18 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Sherrod, for that introduction. Folks, he's a - he's a real champion of a really important aspect of work. My dad used to say, "A job is about a lot more than a paycheck - it's about your dignity. It's about your place in...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Statement by President Joe Biden on Additional Security Assistance to Ukraine

Today, the United States is continuing our strong support for the brave people of Ukraine as they defend their country against Russia's ongoing aggression. I am announcing another package of security assistance that will provide additional artillery munitions, radars, and other equipment to Ukraine. The United States has provided a historic amount of security assistance...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

Vice President Harris Statement on the Passing of Norman Mineta

A son of California, Norm Mineta worked tirelessly to make America stronger, safer, and more just. Decades after experiencing the injustice of internment, he devoted his career to public service, serving in the U.S. Army and fighting for civil liberties for all. As the Mayor of San Jose, CA, Secretary Mineta saw the powerful role that...

Updated: Fri May 06 2022

A Proclamation on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2022

Military spouses are the rock on which their families, our military community, and our national security depend. Though most do not wear a uniform themselves, they serve and strengthen our Nation every day - providing our brave troops with support, comfort, and love. They build communities of strength on bases around the world to care...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

Bills Signed: S. 233 and S. 2629

On Thursday, May 5, 2022, the President signed into law: S. 233, the "Donna M. Doss Memorial Act of 2021," which designates the Rocksprings Station of the U.S. Border Patrol located on West Main Street in Rocksprings, Texas, as the Donna M. Doss Border Patrol Station; Thank you to Senators Cornyn, Sinema, Cruz, and Tester,...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

Nominations Sent to the Senate

Annie Caputo, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the term of five years expiring June 30, 2026. (Reappointment) Michael M. Contrades, of Hawaii, to be United States Marshal for the District of Hawaii for the term of four years, vice Charles L. Goodwin, retired. Bradley...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

President Biden Announces Karine Jean-Pierre as White House Press Secretary

Anita Dunn will return as a Senior Advisor Today, President Biden announced Karine Jean-Pierre has been promoted to be Assistant to the President and White House Press Secretary. Karine will step into the Press Secretary role replacing Jen Psaki, who will depart from the White House on May 13. Statement from President Biden: "I am proud to...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Costa Rica to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to San José, Costa Rica to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Rodrigo Alberto de Jesús Chaves Robles as President of the Republic of Costa Rica on May 8, 2022. The Honorable Miguel Cardona, United States Secretary of Education, will lead the delegation. Members...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Korea to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Yoon

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Yoon Suk Yeol on May 10, 2022, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Mr. Douglas Emhoff, Second Gentleman of the United States, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: Mr. Christopher Del Corso, Chargé...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

Readout of President Biden's Call with Chancellor Scholz of Germany

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany. The leaders underscored their commitment to continue holding Russia accountable for its brutal actions in Ukraine, and reviewed their ongoing efforts to provide security assistance to the government of Ukraine and humanitarian aid to the millions of Ukrainians affected by the violence....

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

Remarks By President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at a Cinco De Mayo Reception

4:47 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY: Thank you. And welcome to the White House! (Applause.) AUDIENCE MEMBER: La Casa Blanca! (Laughter.) THE FIRST LADY: Yes! The Battle of Puebla, which Cinco de Mayo celebrates, lasted for only a single day. Defending the small town of central Mexico wasn't a major strategic victory in the Franco-Mexican War. ...

Updated: Thu May 05 2022

Support for the media and journalists in the context of the war in Ukraine - (05 May 2022)

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture welcome the initiative by French media organizations and journalism training centres to support Ukrainian and Russian journalists and media organizations prevented from doing their jobs and forced to leave their countries by the war Russia is waging on Ukraine. The commitment of French media players testifies to their professional solidarity, their desire to defend freedom of information and their contribution to the (...)

Updated: Thu May 05 2022