Foreign Affairs

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Advancement by Countries of Concern in Sensitiv

<p> On August 9, 2023, by Executive Order 14105, I 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 of the United States constituted by the advancement by countries of concern in sensitive technologies and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/06/notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-the-advancement-by-countries-of-concern-in-sensitive-technologies-and-products-critical-for-the-military-intelligence-surveillanc/">Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Advancement by Countries of Concern in Sensitive Technologies and Products Critical for the Military, Intelligence, Surveillance, or Cyber-Enabled Capabilities of Such Countries</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Georgia Emergency Declaration

<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the State of Georgia and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Debby beginning on August 4, 2024, and continuing.  The President’s action authorizes the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/05/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-georgia-emergency-declaration/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Georgia Emergency Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

<p>James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:49 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: All right. Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. Q Hi, Karine. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hi. Q Hi. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hi, Weijia. All right. I just have one thing at the top, and then we’ll get started. So, today, we are praying for the people of&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/08/06/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-65/">Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar

<p>President Biden spoke today with Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al Thani of Qatar to address their efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, including through an immediate ceasefire and hostage release deal.  President Biden thanked Sheikh Tamim for his determined leadership in the facilitation of negotiations that have now reached a final stage.  President Biden and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/06/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-amir-sheikh-tamim-bin-hamad-al-thani-of-qatar-11/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt

<p>President Biden spoke today with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt to address their efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, including through an immediate ceasefire and hostage release deal. President Biden thanked President El-Sisi for his determined leadership in the facilitation of negotiations that have now reached a final stage. President Biden and President El-Sisi agreed&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/06/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-president-abdel-fattah-el-sisi-of-egypt/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris and Governor Tim Walz at a Campaign Event

<p>Temple UniversityPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania   5:58 P.M. EDT      THE VICE PRESIDENT:  We’re doing this!  (Applause.)  Oh!  (Applause.)  We’re doing this.  (Applause.)  We’re doing this.  (Applause.)      Good evening, Philadelphia!  (Applause.)  Good evening.  (Applause.)  Good evening, good evening.  (Laughs.)  (Applause.)  Good evening, everyone.  Good evening.  Good evening.      Oh, it is good to be back in Pennsylvania.  (Applause.)       So, let&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/06/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-and-governor-tim-walz-at-a-campaign-event/">Remarks by Vice President Harris and Governor Tim Walz at a Campaign Event</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Sean Savett on the PRC’s Announcement of Fentanyl Scheduling Actions

<p>The People’s Republic of China (PRC) announced that they will begin scheduling three essential precursor chemicals used to manufacture illicit fentanyl, thereby subjecting these chemicals to additional regulation and control – a valuable step forward.  This marks the third significant scheduling action by the PRC since President Biden met with President Xi and resumed bilateral counternarcotics&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/06/statement-from-nsc-acting-spokesperson-sean-savett-on-the-prcs-announcement-of-fentanyl-scheduling-actions/">Statement from NSC Spokesperson Sean Savett on the PRC’s Announcement of Fentanyl Scheduling Actions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

Statement from President Biden Thanking U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery Penny Pritzker

<p>Over the past two and a half years, the United States has rallied the world to stand with the people of Ukraine as they defend their freedom against Russia’s vicious onslaught. Central to that effort has been Penny Pritzker—our country’s first Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery. Working with partners at home and abroad, including&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/06/statement-from-president-biden-thanking-u-s-special-representative-for-ukraines-economic-recovery-penny-pritzker/">Statement from President Biden Thanking U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery Penny Pritzker</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Aug 06 2024

G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the situation in the Middle East (4 Aug. 2024)

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the EU, express our deep concern at the heightened level of tension in the Middle East which threatens to ignite a broader conflict in the region. We urge all involved parties once again to refrain from perpetuating the current destructive cycle of retaliatory violence, to lower tensions and engage constructively toward de-escalation. No (…)

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

Iraq – Commemoration of the genocide against the Yazidi community (4 Aug. 2024)

On the 10th anniversary of the genocide committed by Daesh against the Iraqi Yazidis, our thoughts are with the bereaved and all the survivors of the massacres. France has not forgotten. It condemns the acts of genocide perpetrated by Daesh against the community, and Daesh's mass, systematic use of rape as a weapon of war. France remains fully committed to fighting impunity for the crimes committed by Daesh. It reiterates that the perpetrators of these crimes must be tried. France will (…)

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

Lebanon - Q&A - Extract from the press briefing (5 Aug. 2024)

Q: Is France preparing to organize the return of its nationals from Lebanon, given how difficult it is for many people to leave the country? A: Due to the volatile security situation, we have offered recommendations to our compatriots that we invite you to consult. Let me remind you that Lebanon has been an orange or red zone since October 17, 2023. Red means that no travel should take place. Orange means that travel is not advised, except for extremely compelling reasons. The Ministry's (…)

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

Memorandum on Presidential Determination on the Proposed Agreement Among the Government of the United States of America,

<p>Presidential DeterminationNo. 2024-09 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY SUBJECT: Presidential Determination on the Proposed Agreement Among the Government of the United States of America, the Government of Australia, and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for Cooperation Related to Naval Nuclear Propulsion I have reviewed and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/05/memorandum-on-presidential-determination-on-the-proposed-agreement-among-the-government-of-the-united-states-of-america-the-government-of-australia-and-the-government-of-the-united-kingdom-of-great/">Memorandum on Presidential Determination on the Proposed Agreement Among the Government of the United States of America, the Government of Australia, and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for Cooperation Related to Naval Nuclear Propulsion</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Functions and Authorities Under Section 6(a)-(c) of the United States-Taiwan Initiative

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE SUBJECT: Delegation of Functions and Authorities Under Section 6(a)-(c) of the United States-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade First Agreement Implementation Act By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, United States&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/05/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-functions-and-authorities-under-section-6a-c-of-the-united-states-taiwan-initiative-on-21st-century-trade-first-agreement-implementation-act/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Functions and Authorities Under Section 6(a)-(c) of the United States-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade First Agreement Implementation Act</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

PM sets out support package for Southport

Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with local leaders in Southport last week to confirm a package of support for the local community, following the appalling killings and violent disorder that rocked the area earlier this week.

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

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

<p>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 Debby beginning on August 4, 2024, and continuing.  The President’s action authorizes the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/05/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-south-carolina-emergency-declaration-3/">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: Mon Aug 05 2024

Readout of President Biden’s Call with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan

<p>President Biden spoke today with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan. The leaders discussed their efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, including through an immediate ceasefire and hostage release deal.  The President thanked His Majesty for his friendship, and affirmed unwavering U.S. support for Jordan as a partner and ally in promoting regional peace and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/05/readout-of-president-bidens-call-with-his-majesty-king-abdullah-ii-of-jordan-6/">Readout of President Biden’s Call with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on Gene Sperling

<p>When I took office, our economy was reeling, a pandemic was raging, and hundreds of thousands of small businesses across the country were at risk of shutting their doors. Having run Recovery Act implementation for President Obama, I knew I needed an American Rescue Plan Coordinator with the expertise and experience to hit the ground&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/05/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-gene-sperling/">Statement from President Joe Biden on Gene Sperling</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

The Anna Politkovskaya-Arman Soldin Prize for Courage in Journalism – Call for applications

The second Anna Politkovskaya-Arman Soldin Prize for Courage in Journalism will be awarded in early November 2024, marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, established in 2013 by the United Nations at France's initiative as a tribute to Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon, French journalists who were murdered in Mali. The prize distinguishes the work of journalists and photojournalists committed to carrying out their essential role of spreading (…)

Updated: Mon Aug 05 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Florida Emergency Declaration

<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Florida Emergency Declaration Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Tropical Storm Debby beginning on August 1, 2024, and continuing. The&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/04/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-florida-emergency-declaration-7/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Florida Emergency Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sun Aug 04 2024

Readout of National Security Advisor to the Vice President Phil Gordon’s Meeting on Venezuela with Western Hemisphere Am

<p>Today at the White House, National Security Advisor to the Vice President Phil Gordon hosted diplomatic representatives from Argentina, Canada, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guyana, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay to discuss the evolving political situation in Venezuela.  Daniel Erikson, Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere at the National Security Council, and Mark Wells, the Acting Assistant&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/02/readout-of-national-security-advisor-to-the-vice-president-phil-gordons-meeting-on-venezuela-with-western-hemisphere-ambassadors/">Readout of National Security Advisor to the Vice President Phil Gordon’s Meeting on Venezuela with Western Hemisphere Ambassadors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Aug 03 2024

Stéphane Séjourné speaks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (03.08.2024)

Stéphane Séjourné, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, spoke by telephone this afternoon with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. They shared their concerns about rising tensions in the Near and Middle East. They agreed to continue to call on all parties to exercise the utmost restraint in order to prevent any regional conflagration that would have devastating consequences for the countries of the region and for the search for a prospect of peace, starting with a lasting ceasefire in (…)

Updated: Sat Aug 03 2024

A Proclamation on National Health Center Week, 2024

<p> Federally funded community health centers are a lifeline for over 30 million Americans nationwide &#8212; providing affordable access to quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services, which save lives. Community health center sites are especially critical for people in Tribal, rural, and underserved communities because they are often the closest and most convenient&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/02/a-proclamation-on-national-health-center-week-2024/">A Proclamation on National Health Center Week, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 02 2024

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

<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Luis Abinader on August 16, 2024, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The Honorable Jennifer M. Granholm, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: Ms. Patricia Aguilera,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/02/president-biden-announces-presidential-delegation-to-the-dominican-republic-to-attend-the-inauguration-of-his-excellency-luis-abinader/">President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Dominican Republic to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Luis Abinader</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Aug 02 2024