Foreign Affairs

Statement from President Joe Biden on Hurricane Helene

<p>I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by Hurricane Helene across the Southeast. As the storm continues to track north, Vice President Harris and I remain focused on life-saving and life-sustaining response and recovery efforts. I am being regularly briefed by my team on the ongoing response efforts, and my&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/28/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-hurricane-helene/">Statement from President Joe Biden on Hurricane Helene</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Sep 28 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Death of Hassan Nasrallah

<p>Hassan Nasrallah and the terrorist group he led, Hezbollah, were responsible for killing hundreds of Americans over a four-decade reign of terror. His death from an Israeli airstrike is a measure of justice for his many victims, including thousands of Americans, Israelis, and Lebanese civilians. The strike that killed Nasrallah took place in the broader context&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/28/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-death-of-hassan-nasrallah/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the Death of Hassan Nasrallah</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Sep 28 2024

Statement from Vice President Harris on Hurricane Helene

<p>My heart goes out to everyone impacted by the devastation unleashed by Hurricane Helene. Doug and I are thinking of those who tragically lost their lives and we are keeping all those who loved them in our prayers during the difficult days ahead. President Biden and I remain committed to ensuring that no community or&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/28/statement-from-vice-president-harris-on-hurricane-helene/">Statement from Vice President Harris on Hurricane Helene</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Sep 28 2024

A Proclamation on Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, 2024

<p> On this solemn day, we honor the memories of the patriots who served our Nation, defended our freedom, and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We hold close to our hearts the Gold Star mothers and fathers, wives and husbands, sisters and brothers, daughters and sons, and other loved ones, who grieve their&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/27/a-proclamation-on-gold-star-mothers-and-familys-day-2024/">A Proclamation on Gold Star Mother&#8217;s and Family&#8217;s Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

A Proclamation on National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2024

<p>     Generations of Americans have enjoyed hunting and fishing &#8212; cherished traditions that bring us closer to our Nation&#8217;s natural wonders and embody America&#8217;s spirit of resourcefulness and adventure.  During National Hunting and Fishing Day, we celebrate our Nation&#8217;s hunters and anglers, honor their contributions, and continue the conservation work that so many of them&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/27/a-proclamation-on-national-hunting-and-fishing-day-2024/">A Proclamation on National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

A Proclamation on National Public Lands Day, 2024

<p> America&#8217;s natural wonders are our Nation&#8217;s heart and soul. Our public lands protect many of these treasures and ensure that generations can enjoy their splendor &#8212; from our national parks and monuments to our forests and wildlife refuges. On National Public Lands Day, we honor these irreplaceable lands and waters and recommit to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/27/a-proclamation-on-national-public-lands-day-2024/">A Proclamation on National Public Lands Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Climate COP Troïka "Roadmap to Mission 1.5: Driving the next generation of climate action and ambition" - Address by Min

Ministers, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Ambassadors, Colleagues, This year, we were convened for a Summit of the Future. Actually, what we are talking about is a threat of the present time: climate change kills, climate change impoverishes and climate change destroys. I would like to thank the Climate COP Presidencies Troika for convening us today to make progress in the fight against this scourge. We owe it to all our (…)

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration’s Life-Saving and Life-Sustaining Response Efforts to Hurricane Helene

<p>The Biden-Harris Administration took significant proactive measures to support state and local preparation and response measures in advance of Hurricane Helene making landfall. As the storm continues to track north, President Biden and Vice President Harris remain focused on life-saving and life-sustaining response efforts throughout the Southeast. The President and Vice President are closely monitoring&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/27/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administrations-life-saving-and-life-sustaining-response-efforts-to-hurricane-helene/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration’s Life-Saving and Life-Sustaining Response Efforts to Hurricane Helene</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Address by Jean-Noël Barrot Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs - Economic and Social

Colleagues, Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to thank the Brazilian G20 Presidency, and particularly Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, for taking the initiative of organizing this meeting in a spirit of cohesion and cooperation. This year, we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Bretton Woods Institutions, and the Secretary-General's Summit of the Future is being held. This is a unique opportunity to reaffirm the importance of the multilateral system, built around the United Nations, and (…)

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions

<p>WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals as members of the Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board: Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board The U.S. Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board (NWTRB) is an independent federal agency in the executive branch of the U.S. Federal Government. NWTRB’s purpose is to perform independent technical&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/27/president-biden-announces-key-appointments-to-boards-and-commissions-40/">President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves South Carolina Emergency Declaration

<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves South Carolina Emergency Declaration Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the State of South Carolina and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Helene beginning on September 25, 2024, and continuing.&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/26/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-south-carolina-emergency-declaration-4/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves South Carolina Emergency Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Readout of 2024 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Investor Forum

<p>On September 25, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan hosted a Partnership on Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Investor Forum on the margins of the U.N. General Assembly. He was joined by Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, Senior Advisor to the President for Energy and Investment Amos Hochstein, and World Bank President Ajay Banga,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/27/readout-of-2024-partnership-for-global-infrastructure-and-investment-pgi-investor-forum/">Readout of 2024 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Investor Forum</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Remarks by President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Mayor Woodfin on the Scourge of Gun Violence in America

<p>East Room 5:13 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Please have a seat. Please have a seat. Sari, you are extraordinary. You are right, I have been traveling our country for many years meeting with extraordinary heroes, and you are&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/26/remarks-by-president-biden-vice-president-harris-and-mayor-woodfin-on-the-scourge-of-gun-violence-in-america/">Remarks by President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Mayor Woodfin on the Scourge of Gun Violence in America</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Remarks by Second Gentleman Honoring the 2023 Major League Soccer Champions, Columbus Crew

<p>East Room As Prepared for Delivery SECOND GENTLEMAN DOUGLAS EMHOFF: Good morning, everyone. On behalf of President Biden, the First Lady, and my wife, Vice President Harris: congratulations to the 2023 Major League Soccer Champions, Columbus Crew, and welcome to the White House. To all the members of Congress and other distinguished guests: thank you&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/27/remarks-by-second-gentleman-honoring-the-2023-major-league-soccer-champions-columbus-crew/">Remarks by Second Gentleman Honoring the 2023 Major League Soccer Champions, Columbus Crew</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting

<p>Vice President’s Ceremonial OfficeEisenhower Executive Office Building 3:46 P.M. EDT VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  Well, President Zelenskyy, it is good to see you again.  This is our seventh visit together.  And welcome back to Washington, D.C. As I have made clear on our six previous meetings and throughout Putin&#8217;s brutal aggression and war against Ukraine, my&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/26/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-and-president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-of-ukraine-before-bilateral-meeting-2/">Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the August PCE Report

<p>Today’s report shows inflation has come back down to 2.2%, similar to pre-pandemic levels, at a time when interest rates have fallen—lowering the cost of buying a home or car, or operating a small business. This follows yesterday’s news that on my watch the economy has grown more than 10% and incomes are up nearly&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/27/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-august-pce-report/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the August PCE Report</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 27 2024

Address by Jean-Noël Barrot Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs UN Security Council Ministerial Meeting on Ukraine a

President, Secretary-General, Ladies and gentlemen, Ukraine has now been exercising its right to self-defence for two and half years with a bravery that can only fill us with admiration and compel us to act. That right that our Charter clearly grants it. The right to defend its freedom, its territory, its independence and its existence. I, too, would like to welcome the presence of President Zelenskyy, who is with us here today and who embodies this combat being fought by the (…)

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Bills Signed: S. 2825, S. 2861

<p>On Thursday, September 26, 2024, the President signed into law: S. 2825, the &#8220;Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act,&#8221; which provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the United States Army Dustoff crews of the Vietnam War, collectively, in recognition of their extraordinary heroism and life-saving actions in&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/legislation/2024/09/26/press-release-bills-signed-s-2825-s-2861/">Bills Signed: S. 2825, S. 2861</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Executive Order on Combating Emerging Firearms Threats and Improving School-Based Active-Shooter Drills

<p>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. Policy. During 2020, the last year of the prior administration, homicides in the Nation increased nearly 30 percent over the previous year &#8212; the largest 1-year&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/26/executive-order-on-combating-emerging-firearms-threats-and-improving-school-based-active-shooter-drills/">Executive Order on Combating Emerging Firearms Threats and Improving School-Based Active-Shooter Drills</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

High-level Open Debate: “Leadership for peace: United in respect of the UN Charter in search of a secure future" Address

President, I would like to thank Slovenia for organizing this open debate, and the UN Secretary-General, ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, and President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf for their remarks. Our Council had to meet at a time when the world was being struck and divided by major conflicts of an exceptional gravity. And unfortunately, these conflicts are growing in number. It is the responsibility of our Council to resolve them and it needs to do more. Our first responsibility is (…)

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Joint statement by President Biden and President Macron

<p>It is time for a settlement on the Israel-Lebanon border that ensures safety and security to enable civilians to return to their homes. The exchange of fire since October 7th, and in particular over the past two weeks, threatens a much broader conflict, and harm to civilians. We therefore have worked together in recent days on&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/25/joint-statement-by-president-biden-and-president-macron/">Joint statement by President Biden and President Macron</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Joint Statement by the United States, Australia, Canada, European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Un

<p>The situation between Lebanon and Israel since October 8th, 2023 is intolerable and presents an unacceptable risk of a broader regional escalation. This is in nobody’s interest, neither of the people of Israel nor of the people of Lebanon.   It is time to conclude a diplomatic settlement that enables civilians on both sides of&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/25/joint-statement-by-the-united-states-australia-canada-european-union-france-germany-italy-japan-saudi-arabia-united-arab-emirates-qatar/">Joint Statement by the United States, Australia, Canada, European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Lebanon Address by Jean-Noël Barrot Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs at the Security Council (25.09.24)

President, I decided to call this emergency meeting on behalf of France. The situation in Lebanon today threatens to reach a tipping point. We are now beyond escalation. Israeli strikes have killed too many people, and Hizbullah continues to target population centres in Israel. Since the beginning of the war, Israeli strikes have already killed hundreds of civilians, including dozens of children. That is not acceptable and I wish to extend my total solidarity to Lebanon's people, on (…)

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Designation of Funding as Emergency Requirements i

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) In accordance with section 114(b) of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (H.R. 9747; the &#8220;Act&#8221;), I hereby designate as emergency requirements all funding (including the transfer and repurposing of funds) so designated by the Congress in the Act pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A) of the Balanced Budget and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/26/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-designation-of-funding-as-emergency-requirements-in-accordance-with-section-114b-of-the-continuing-appropriations-and-extensions/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Designation of Funding as Emergency Requirements in Accordance with Section 114(b) of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024

Ministerial event Feminist Foreign Policy Plus (FFP+) group Address by Jean-Noël Barrot Minister for Europe and Foreign

Ministers, Representatives of the United Nations agencies, international organizations and civil society organizations, Executive Director of UN Women, Ladies and gentlemen, Our countries have chosen to officially adopt feminist foreign policy. By doing so, they pledged to make the rights of women and gender equality a priority. Because feminist foreign policy is a political commitment: to combat violence against women and girls all over the world; to defend and, as decided in the 2030 (…)

Updated: Thu Sep 26 2024