Foreign Affairs

Russia - Closure of the Deutsche Welle offices (4 Feb. 2022)

France laments the decision announced by the Russian authorities on February 3 to ban the broadcasting of Deutsche Welle and to close the German media outlet's Moscow offices without any legal motive. France defends the freedom of expression and the freedom of the press both in Russia and throughout the world. The freedom of information is a fundamental right to which France is deeply committed. This right should be protected everywhere. We stand in solidarity with Germany and the employees (...)

Updated: Mon Feb 07 2022

Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.'s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The leaders discussed ongoing diplomatic and deterrence efforts in response to Russia's continued military build-up on Ukraine's borders, and affirmed their support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. They agreed their teams will remain in touch and continue consulting with our Allies...

Updated: Sun Feb 06 2022

Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.'s Call with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett of Israel

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett of Israel to reaffirm the warm and historic partnership between the United States and Israel. The leaders discussed the shared security and other challenges in the Middle East region, including the threat posed by Iran and its proxies. The President underscored his commitment...

Updated: Sun Feb 06 2022

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of an Executive Order on Project Labor Agreements

Upper Marlboro, MD 2:16 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: That's progress. (Applause.) You know - folks, thank you. (Applause.) (Laughs.) Thank you. Before I begin my somewhat formal remarks, walking in here today and seeing you guys sitting on that beam - the first "Local" ever to endorse me was a guy named Tommy Schrank (ph)...

Updated: Sat Feb 05 2022

Statement by President Joe Biden on 900,000 American Deaths from COVID-19

Today, our nation marks another tragic milestone - 900,000 American lives have been lost to COVID-19. They were beloved mothers and fathers, grandparents, children, brothers and sisters, neighbors, and friends. Each soul is irreplaceable. We pray for the loved ones they have left behind, and together we keep every family enduring this pain in our hearts. After nearly...

Updated: Sat Feb 05 2022

Ukraine - Q&A - (03 Feb.22)

Q : According to information provided by the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic, the Ukrainian army has already used NATO arms against civilians in eastern Ukraine. What is your view on this use of arms that were provided to Kiev for defense purposes? Will you be verifying this information? A : We have no information that substantiates this accusation. At the Normandy format meeting that took place in Paris, the parties adopted a joint communiqué reaffirming their commitment to (...)

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Executive Order on Use of Project Labor Agreements For Federal Construction Projects

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act, 40 U.S.C. 101 et seq., and in order to promote economy and efficiency in the administration and completion of Federal construction projects, it is hereby ordered that:...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

FACT SHEET: President Biden Signs Executive Order to Boost Quality of Federal Construction Projects

Biden-Harris Administration will make federal procurement more economical and efficient by improving coordination and minimizing disruptions on large federal construction projects Tomorrow, the President will sign an Executive Order to improve timeliness, lower costs and increase quality in federal construction projects. Federal construction projects span the country - from the maintenance of nuclear sites to...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Iran - Q&A - (03 Feb.22)

Q : All attention is naturally focused on the Ukraine/Russia situation right now, however, negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are ongoing. Is there an opening in sight? R : Per the schedule, we are entering into the final phase of negotiations. Political decisions are needed. That is why the negotiators have returned to their respective capitals for brief consultations. We are determined to sign an agreement while there is still time in order to allow the United States to (...)

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

North Macedonia - Conversation between Clément Beaune and the Macedonian Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration and M

On February 2, Clément Beaune, Minister of State for European Affairs, attached to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, met with Bojan Maricic, the Macedonian Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, and Bujar Osmani, the Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs. Clément Beaune emphasized France's full support for North Macedonia's European perspective. He encouraged the Macedonian authorities to continue to pursue the necessary reforms, in particular with regards to the rule of (...)

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

October 2021 Visitor Log Records Posted

Today the White House released visitor log records generated in October 2021. This set includes 2858 records, bringing the total number of records posted to 21324. These records were posted pursuant to the White House's policy to voluntarily disclose visitor log records. This release is consistent with the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to becoming the first...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

President Biden Announces 3 Key Nominees

WASHINGTON - Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following leaders to serve as key leaders in his administration: Reuben Brigety, Nominee for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of South Africa MaryKay Carlson, Nominee for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of the Philippines Elizabeth Shortino, Nominee for United...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:20 P.M. EST MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. Okay. I know also there's a time limitation today, so we will make sure everybody is where they need to be when they need to be there. Good morning. I just wanted to note at the top: I'm wearing red today in honor of...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Remarks by President Biden on the January Jobs Report

State Dining Room 11:50 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hey, folks. Good morning. It's still morning by about 10 minutes. (Laughter.) I want to speak to you this morning about the extraordinary resilience and grit of the American people and American capitalism. Our country is taking everything that COVID has to throw at us, and we've...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Statement from President Biden on House Passage of the America COMPETES Act

The House took a critical vote today for stronger supply chains and lower prices, for more manufacturing - and good manufacturing jobs - right here in America, and for outcompeting China and the rest of the world in the 21st century. I applaud Speaker Pelosi, Majority Leader Hoyer, Whip Clyburn, and Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson...

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

The Mediterranean Forum: An Appeal for the Mediterranean - 7 and 8 February 2022

Organized by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs at the instigation of the President of the French Republic, the Mediterranean Forum is being held in Marseille on 7 and 8 February 2022 with a multitude of civil society stakeholders from both of its shores. Its objective: to make the Mediterranean more sustainable, prosperous and integrated by 2030.

Updated: Fri Feb 04 2022

Jean-Yves Le Drian on a visit to Romania (Feb. 2-3-2022)

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian is on a visit to Bucharest from February 2- 3. There he will take part in a special session of the Romanian parliament held on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of Romania's accession to the European Union. He will have the opportunity to celebrate this anniversary, which constitutes a step forward for all Europeans, to evoke the strong bonds of friendship that unite France and Romania and to demonstrate the solidarity that (...)

Updated: Thu Feb 03 2022