Wales/Foreign Affairs

A Proclamation on National Service Dog Day, 2024

On National Service Dog Day, we recognize the proven benefits that service dogs bring to so many people across our Nation. Service dogs have long been at people’s sides — acting as an important source of comfort and an essential resource to help with everyday life. It was not until 1990, when we passed the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/19/a-proclamation-on-national-service-dog-day-2024/">A Proclamation on National Service Dog Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

FACT SHEET: President Biden and Vice President Harris Are Delivering for Latino Communities

Since Day One, the Biden-Harris Administration has worked to ensure every community—including Latino communities—can access a quality education, obtain a good-paying job, own a home, start a business, and afford high-quality health care. This National Hispanic Heritage Month, President Biden and Vice President Harris celebrate and honor the rich contributions of Latinos and remain committed… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/19/fact-sheet-president-biden-and-vice-president-harris-are-delivering-for-latino-communities/">FACT SHEET: President Biden and Vice President Harris Are Delivering for Latino Communities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

Lebanon – Development of the security situation (18 Sep. 2024)

France voices its concern that the recent security developments in Lebanon are contributing to a dangerous escalation in tensions in the region. It has noted the Israeli authorities' recent statements on military operations in Lebanon and asks them to show the utmost restraint. It reiterates its demand that Hezbollah immediately cease its attacks on Israeli territory. It expresses its conviction that the maintenance of peace and security in Lebanon requires all the Lebanese parties to (…)

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

Readout of White House Roundtable with Youth Voting Leaders

Yesterday, on National Voter Registration Day, the White House hosted a roundtable discussion to hear directly from youth leaders about their nonpartisan efforts to promote youth civic engagement across the country. College and high school student leaders from Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas discussed their nonpartisan efforts to help eligible… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/18/readout-of-white-house-roundtable-with-youth-voting-leaders/">Readout of White House Roundtable with Youth Voting Leaders</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

Remarks by President Biden at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.

1:15 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Thank you, David. In my household, we refer to David as the Washington Monument. (Laughter.) He’s been a friend a long time — a long time. And not only thank you for the introduction, David, but thank you for your friendship. And thank you all for… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/19/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-economic-club-of-washington-d-c/">Remarks by President Biden at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Presi

On September 23, President Biden will welcome His Highness President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the White House. During the visit, the leaders will strengthen the enduring strategic partnership between the United States and the United Arab Emirates and advance common priorities. Vice President Harris will also separately meet with President Mohamed. President… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/19/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-the-visit-of-his-highness-sheikh-mohamed-bin-zayed-al-nahyan-president-of-the-united-arab-emirates-to-the-white-house/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates to the White House</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine

On Thursday, September 26, President Biden will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine at the White House. Vice President Harris will also meet separately with President Zelenskyy at the White House. The leaders will discuss the state of the war between Russia and Ukraine, including Ukraine’s strategic planning and U.S. support for Ukraine in… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/19/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-the-visit-of-president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-of-ukraine-2/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Sep 19 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Releases U.S. Strategy on Global Development

Today, the White House launched the U.S. Strategy on Global Development to codify the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment and work over the past four years to accelerate development progress in pursuit of a world that is more free, open, prosperous, and secure. Our approach to global development – rooted in partnership, transparency, and a commitment to… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/18/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-releases-u-s-strategy-on-global-development/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Releases U.S. Strategy on Global Development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Israel/Palestinian Territories – Attack on school in al-Muarajat (16 Sep. 2024)

France strongly condemns the September 16th attack by Israeli settlers on a primary school and its teaching staff in al-Muarajat, in the West Bank. This school, which is supported by France and its European partners, aims to facilitate access to education for particularly vulnerable populations. France calls on the Israeli authorities to put a stop to these actions, to immediately take the necessary steps to protect the Palestinian population in the Occupied Territories, and to ensure that (…)

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Co

Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/18/message-to-the-congress-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-persons-who-commit-threaten-to-commit-or-support-terrorism-2/">Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

North Korea – Short-range ballistic missile launch (18 Sep. 2024)

France utterly condemns North Korea's September 18th launch of multiple short-range ballistic missiles – a further violation of UN Security Council resolutions. This comes several days after a previous launch of multiple missiles on September 12. France assures the Republic of Korea and Japan of its full solidarity. France urges North Korea to immediately cease its destabilizing actions, comply with its international obligations without delay, and return to the negotiating table so that it (…)

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support

On September 23, 2001, by Executive Order 13224, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the grave acts of terrorism and threats… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/18/notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-persons-who-commit-threaten-to-commit-or-support-terrorism-3/">Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to Mexico to Attend the Inauguration of Her Excellency Claudia Sheinba

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Inauguration of Her Excellency Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on October 1, 2024, in Mexico City, Mexico. Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, will lead the delegation. The full list of delegation members will be announced at a… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/18/president-biden-announces-presidential-delegation-to-mexico-to-attend-the-inauguration-of-her-excellency-claudia-sheinbaum-pardo/">President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to Mexico to Attend the Inauguration of Her Excellency Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Remarks by President Biden at a Reception Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Honoring the Contributions of the Lati

5:16 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) AUDIENCE: Thank you, Joe! Thank you, Joe! Thank you, Joe! THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, thank you, thank you. AUDIENCE: Thank you, Joe! Thank you, Joe! Thank you, Joe! THE PRESIDENT: I don’t know wh- — I don’t know where the hell that Joe is you’re talking about,… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/18/remarks-by-president-biden-at-a-reception-celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-and-honoring-the-contributions-of-the-latino-community-to-the-united-states/">Remarks by President Biden at a Reception Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Honoring the Contributions of the Latino Community to the United States</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Voter Registration Event | Philadelphia, PA

Community College of PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania 3:41 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank you, Gabby. (Applause.) Thank you all so very much. I — first of all, Mayor, thank you for being here, and I (inaudible) — (applause). You’ve been — you’ve just been extraordinary as a leader and also as a friend, and… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/17/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-a-voter-registration-event-philadelphia-pa/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Voter Registration Event | Philadelphia, PA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 47th Annual Leadership Conference

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade CenterWashington, D.C. 12:48 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. Good afternoon. Good afternoon, everyone. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you, thank you. Thank you. (Applause.) Good afternoon. Please have a seat. Please have a seat. Please have a seat. Oh, it’s good to see so many friends. AUDIENCE: We… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/18/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-the-congressional-hispanic-caucus-institutes-47th-annual-leadership-conference/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 47th Annual Leadership Conference</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Conversation with the National Association of Black Journalists | Philadelphia, PA

WHYY Studios Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 2:28 P.M. EDT Q Let’s meet our three moderators for today’s discussion. Gerren Keith Gaynor is the White House correspondent and managing editor of politics for TheGrio. Eugene Daniels is co-author of the Politico Playbook and is Politico’s White House correspondent. Tonya Mosley is the co-host of NPR and WHYY’s “Fresh… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/17/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-a-conversation-with-the-national-association-of-black-journalists-philadelphia-pa/">Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Conversation with the National Association of Black Journalists | Philadelphia, PA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on Sudan

For over 17 long months, the Sudanese people have endured a senseless war that has created one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Nearly 10 million people have been displaced by this conflict. Women and girls have been kidnapped and sexually assaulted. Famine has taken hold in Darfur, and is threatening millions more elsewhere. And… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-sudan/">Statement from President Joe Biden on Sudan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Travel to New York City

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will travel to New York City to participate in the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly on September 23-25. In addition to addressing the General Assembly on September 24, President Biden will meet with world leaders to discuss cooperation in tackling threats to international peace and security, advancing global prosperity,… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-president-bidens-travel-to-new-york-city-2/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Travel to New York City</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Wed Sep 18 2024

Joint Statement following the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Weimar Triangle on the sidelines of the Ministeri

We the Foreign Ministers of the Weimar Triangle, met today in Chisinau to express our unwavering and continuous support for Moldova on its way towards membership in the European Union. We congratulate Moldova on starting accession negotiations with the European Union in June. It was made possible by democratic reforms and the courage of political leaders and determination of Moldovan citizens. We commend the progress already made and urge Moldova to stay the course. We will continue to (…)

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

France strongly condemns Houthi attack against Israel (16 Sep. 2024)

France strongly condemns the missile attack against Israel carried out by the Houthis yesterday. France points out that this attack and the many other operations conducted by the Houthis, particularly against commercial ships in the Red Sea, are unacceptable and that these destabilizing actions must stop immediately. The Houthis, supported by the Islamic Republic of Iran, bear a heavy responsibility in the regional escalation. Finally, France reiterates its commitment to regional (…)

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Iran – Second anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini (15 Sep. 2024)

Two years after the death of Mahsa Amini and the start of the “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement, France continues to stand with Iranian women in their fight for freedom. With its feminist foreign policy, France remains dedicated and determined to combat and eliminate all forms of gender-based violence worldwide, especially violence against women and girls. We will continue to promote the universalization of the Council of Europe's Convention on preventing and combating violence against women (…)

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Joint Leaders Statement to Mark the Third Anniversary of AUKUS

We the leaders of Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, mark the third anniversary of AUKUS – an enhanced security partnership that promotes a free and open Indo-Pacific that is secure and stable. We reaffirm our shared commitment to this historic partnership and acknowledge the considerable progress to date. Pillar I –… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/joint-leaders-statement-to-mark-the-third-anniversary-of-aukus/">Joint Leaders Statement to Mark the Third Anniversary of AUKUS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

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

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Louisiana and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Francine from September 9 to September 12, 2024. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/16/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-louisiana-disaster-declaration-4/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Louisiana Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

2:06 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hey. Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Oh, thank you. All right. Happy Tuesday. Okay. I have a — I do have a couple things at the top. So, bear with me here. So, on September 23rd to the 25th, the president will travel to New York City… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/09/17/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-69/">Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024