Foreign Affairs

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting to Inaugurate the Americas Partnership Angel Investor Network

<p>National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan hosted the inaugural meeting of the Angel Investor Network announced by President Joe Biden, Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou, and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in November 2023 under the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (Americas Partnership). At the meeting, the diverse group of experienced and successful angel and venture capital&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/readout-of-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivans-meeting-to-inaugurate-the-americas-partnership-angel-investor-network/">Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting to Inaugurate the Americas Partnership Angel Investor Network</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Jul 18 2024

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Brazilian Presidential Advisor Celso Amorim

<p>National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan hosted Brazilian Presidential Advisor Celso Amorim for a meeting yesterday at the White House. The two leaders discussed progress on deepening our bilateral relationship, including through the Partnership for Workers’ Rights, which President Biden and President Lula launched on the margins of last year’s United Nations General Assembly to empower&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/18/readout-of-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivans-meeting-with-brazilian-presidential-advisor-celso-amorim/">Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Brazilian Presidential Advisor Celso Amorim</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Jul 18 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Moderated Conversation with Amanda Stratton and Olivia Troye at a Political Event

<p>Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum Portage, Michigan 2:27 P.M. EDT MS. TROYE:  All right.  I get to kick this off.  It&#8217;s an honor.  I&#8217;m here as a conservative, pro-choice woman.  And I don&#8217;t think 10, 5, or even maybe 2 years ago, we would have been talking about reproductive rights in elections, because it&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/07/17/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-a-moderated-conversation-with-amanda-stratton-and-olivia-troye-at-a-political-event/">Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Moderated Conversation with Amanda Stratton and Olivia Troye at a Political Event</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Jul 18 2024

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson Welcoming an Extension of the Humanitarian Truce in Eastern Democratic R

<p>The United States welcomes a 15-day extension of the humanitarian truce committed to by the parties to the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This extension will be in effect until 11:59pm local time on August 3 and recommits the parties to the conflict to silence their weapons and provide humanitarian personnel unfettered access to vulnerable&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/statement-from-nsc-spokesperson-adrienne-watson-welcoming-an-extension-of-the-humanitarian-truce-in-eastern-democratic-republic-of-the-congo/">Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson Welcoming an Extension of the Humanitarian Truce in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Jul 18 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on $1.2 Billion in Student Debt Cancellation for 35,000 Borrowers

<p>Today, my Administration is canceling student debt for 35,000 people through Public Service Loan Forgiveness, bringing the total number of Americans who have benefitted from our various debt relief actions to 4.76 million people. Each of those borrowers has received an average of over $35,000 in debt cancellation. These 35,000 borrowers approved for forgiveness today&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/18/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-1-2-billion-in-student-debt-cancellation-for-35000-borrowers/">Statement from President Joe Biden on $1.2 Billion in Student Debt Cancellation for 35,000 Borrowers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Thu Jul 18 2024

Executive Order on White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity Through

<p>     By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in order to advance equity in economic and educational opportunities, strengthen the capacity of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to provide a high-quality education, increase opportunities for these institutions to participate in and benefit from&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/17/executive-order-on-white-house-initiative-on-advancing-educational-equity-excellence-and-economic-opportunity-through-hispanic-serving-institutions/">Executive Order on White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity Through Hispanic-Serving Institutions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Expand Opportunities for Latino Communities and Ensure

<p>President Biden and Vice President Harris are working to ensure that all Latino families and communities can achieve greater opportunity. Over the past three years, the Administration has taken historic action to expand opportunity for Latino families and communities, including creating more than 15 million jobs – with 5 million created for Latinos, helping Latino&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-actions-to-expand-opportunities-for-latino-communities-and-ensure-every-family-has-a-fair-shot-at-the-american-dream/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Expand Opportunities for Latino Communities and Ensure Every Family Has a Fair Shot at the American Dream</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Hungary/Ukraine - Q&A - Extract from the press briefing (17 Jul. 2024)

Q: The office of Hungarian Prime Minister Victor Orbán said on Monday that the peace plan for Ukraine had been sent to all EU member countries. Did France receive such a document? What was the reaction to this initiative? Will Paris respond to Mr. Orbán? A: Viktor Orbán reported back to the European Council on the consultations he decided to hold with third parties on the subject of Ukraine. But as we have already emphasized, the European Council did not give the Hungarian Prime Minister a (…)

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Malaysia Airlines flight – 10th anniversary of the destruction of MH17 (17 Jul. 2024)

On July 17, 2014, 298 passengers and crew members died when Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 was shot down over Ukraine's Donetsk region. Ten years after that appalling tragedy, France's thoughts go out to the victims and their loved ones, to whom we reiterate our heartfelt condolences and solidarity. France shares the particular pain of the Netherlands and Australia, which were hit especially hard by this tragedy. While the district court in The Hague handed down sentences on November 17, (…)

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Readout of Interagency Delegation Travel to Papua New Guinea

<p>A U.S. interagency delegation comprising senior members of the National Security Council staff, the Departments of State and Defense, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) traveled to Papua New Guinea, July 14-16, 2024, for meetings with senior Papua New Guinea officials focused on deepening our bilateral relationship, including through the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/readout-of-interagency-delegation-travel-to-papua-new-guinea/">Readout of Interagency Delegation Travel to Papua New Guinea</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Political Event

<p>Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum Portage, Michigan 2:23 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Hello.  Hi, everyone.  (Applause.)  Oh, good afternoon.  Good afternoon.  Good afternoon.  Please have a seat, everyone. Please have a seat.  It&#8217;s really good to be back in Michigan.  I want to thank you all for the work you&#8217;re doing.  I want&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/07/17/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-a-political-event-8/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Political Event</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on U.S. Navy Port Chicago Exonerations

<p>Today, the U.S. Navy is righting an historic wrong by announcing the exoneration of 258 Black Sailors who were unjustly tried and convicted of mutiny and disobeying orders following the tragic explosion at Port Chicago, California nearly 80 years ago. At the time, future Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall represented the “Port Chicago 50” in&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-u-s-navy-port-chicago-exonerations/">Statement from President Joe Biden on U.S. Navy Port Chicago Exonerations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

<p>Earlier today following his first event in Las Vegas, President Biden tested positive for COVID-19. He is vaccinated and boosted and he is experiencing mild symptoms. He will be returning to Delaware where he will self-isolate and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time. The White House will provide regular&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-3/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

The Kings Speech 2024

His Majesty's most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament.

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

White House Launches Fifth Investing in America Tour to Highlight How President Biden’s Agenda is Lowering Costs, Creati

<p>Biden-Harris Administration announces $5 billion for new infrastructure projects and releases new tools for Americans to see how the President’s actions are lowering costs and benefiting their daily lives This week, the Biden-Harris Administration will launch its fifth Investing in America tour: Investing in America, Made in America. President Biden’s Cabinet and White House officials&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/17/white-house-launches-fifth-investing-in-america-tour-to-highlight-how-president-bidens-agenda-is-lowering-costs-creating-good-jobs-and-revitalizing-communities-across-the-country/">White House Launches Fifth Investing in America Tour to Highlight How President Biden’s Agenda is Lowering Costs, Creating Good Jobs, and Revitalizing Communities Across the Country</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Wed Jul 17 2024

FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces Major New Actions to Lower Housing Costs by Limiting Rent Increases and Building M

<p>President Biden calls on corporate landlords to cap rent increases at 5% and takes action to make more public land available for housing President Biden is taking action to make renting more affordable for millions of Americans. Today, President Biden is announcing new actions to lower housing costs, including: The President called on Congress to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/16/fact-sheet-president-biden-announces-major-new-actions-to-lower-housing-costs-by-limiting-rent-increases-and-building-more-homes/">FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces Major New Actions to Lower Housing Costs by Limiting Rent Increases and Building More Homes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Israel/Palestinian Territories – Situation in Gaza (16. 07. 2024)

France is outraged by Israel's strikes on July 14 and 15 on an UNRWA school and the Al-Maghazi refugee camp that shelters displaced persons. The strikes of the last couple of days, which left nearly 100 dead, exacerbate the catastrophic civilian death toll in Gaza. France emphasizes the need for Israel to abide by international humanitarian law. Given the humanitarian emergency in Gaza, France reiterates its call for an immediate ceasefire and the release of all (…)

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respec

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) 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&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-hostage-taking-and-the-wrongful-detention-of-united-states-nationals-abroad/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respec

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) 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&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-transnational-criminal-organizations/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Transnational Criminal Organizations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respec

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) 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&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-mali/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Memorandum on Presidential Determination on the Proposed Amendment to the 1958 Agreement Between the Government of the U

<p>Presidential Determination No.        2024-07         MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE              THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY SUBJECT: Presidential Determination on the Proposed              Amendment to the 1958 Agreement Between the              Government of the United States of America and              the Government of the United Kingdom of Great              Britain and Northern Ireland for Cooperation              on the Uses of Atomic Energy for&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/memorandum-on-presidential-determination-and-certification-with-respect-to-the-child-soldiers-prevention-act-of-2008-4/">Memorandum on Presidential Determination on the Proposed Amendment to the 1958 Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for Cooperation on the Uses of Atomic Energy for Mutual Defense Purposes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United

<p>On July 19, 2022, by Executive Order 14078, 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, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted by hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-hostage-taking-and-the-wrongful-detention-of-united-states-nationals-abroad-2/">Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali

<p>     On July 26, 2019, by Executive Order 13882, 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 and foreign policy of the United States constituted by the situation in Mali.     The situation&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/07/16/notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-mali-3/">Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Jul 16 2024