Foreign Affairs

G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile by North Korea (19.03.2023)

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn in the strongest terms North Korea's March 16 launch of yet another Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), which undermines regional and international peace and security. Since last year, North Korea has intensified its escalatory actions through a record number of ballistic missile launches and its continued (...)

Updated: Sun Mar 19 2023

Readout of President Joe Biden's Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel. He welcomed the March 19 meeting in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, between senior political and security officials from Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Egypt, Jordan, and the United States with an aim to reduce tensions. The President reinforced the need for all sides to take... The post Readout of President Joe Biden's Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Mar 19 2023

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Today's Meeting in Sharm El Sheikh

We welcome the meeting and understandings reached today in Sharm El Sheikh between senior political and security officials of Israel and the Palestinian Authority. This was the second such meeting in this format, with participation by senior officials from the United States, Egypt, and Jordan, following the gathering in Aqaba three weeks ago. The participants noted... The post Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Today's Meeting in Sharm El Sheikh appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sun Mar 19 2023

Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure

South Lawn 7:15 P.M. EDT Q Could you give us your reaction to the International Criminal Court issuing an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin? THE PRESIDENT: Well, I think it's justified. But the question is, it's not recognized internationally by us either. But I think it makes a very strong point. Q Are you confident... The post Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Sat Mar 18 2023

Fight against impunity - Issuing of arrest warrants by the International Criminal Court against Mr Vladimir Putin and Ms

COMMUNIQUE ISSUED BY THE MINISTRY FOR EUROPE AND FOREIGN AFFAIRS France notes that the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants against Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Maria Lvova-Belova, Russian Commissioner for Children's Rights. The Court considers that sufficient evidence exists to establish their involvement in the deportation and transfer of Ukrainian children. The Court, which launched its investigation on 2 March at the request of some 40 (...)

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's Meetings with Democratic Unionist Party Leader Jeffrey Donaldson an

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met separately today with Jeffrey Donaldson, Democratic Unionist Party leader as well as with Michelle O'Neill, Sinn Féin Party vice president, and Mary Lou McDonald, Sinn Féin Party leader. Mr. Sullivan praised the peace and progress achieved in Northern Ireland during the 25 years since the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement, underscoring... The post Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's Meetings with Democratic Unionist Party Leader Jeffrey Donaldson and Sinn Féin Party Leaders Mary Lou McDonald and Michelle O'Neill appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Readout of National Security Advisor Sullivan, Secretary Austin and Chairman Milley Call with Ukrainian Counterparts

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley spoke today with Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak, Minister of Defence Oleksii Reznikov, and Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Gen. Valerii Zaluzhnyi to discuss steadfast U.S. support... The post Readout of National Security Advisor Sullivan, Secretary Austin and Chairman Milley Call with Ukrainian Counterparts appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. held a bilateral meeting ahead of a St. Patrick's Day celebration with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland at the White House. The leaders reaffirmed the historic ties and shared values that link the United States and Ireland, as well as the extraordinary bonds between our people. They discussed their countries'... The post Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Readout of the President's National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) Quarterly Meeting

This week, the President's National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) held its Quarterly Business Meeting. They were welcomed by White House Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall. Following their examination of cross-cutting critical infrastructure policy challenges, members discussed and adopted a forthcoming report to the President that identifies barriers to collaboration between critical infrastructure sectors on... The post Readout of the President's National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) Quarterly Meeting appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland at Shamrock Bowl Presentation

East Room 5:13 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Hello, hello! (Applause.) Happy St. Patrick's Day! (Applause.) Take a seat if you have one, Gov. I'm getting a little bit worried. We were in here watching you, and the Taoiseach, when we were in - you're on camera, the Taoiseach - "Isn't that Senator Koons?" What the... The post Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland at Shamrock Bowl Presentation appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland at the Annual Friends of Ireland Luncheon

U.S. CapitolWashington, D.C. 1:19 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you, thank you. You have all heard the expression - and this is attributed to a guy named Shane Leslie, who once wrote, "Every St. Patrick's Day, every Irishman goes out to find another... The post Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland at the Annual Friends of Ireland Luncheon appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland Before Bilateral Meeting

Oval Office 10:48 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Welcome. And it's good to have you back in - in the Oval Office, Taoiseach, you know, especially on St. Patrick's Day. And it's a - it's a big day in my grandparents' household, our household. A big day here and I know a bigger day at home. But... The post Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland Before Bilateral Meeting appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Remarks by Vice President Harris And Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland Before St. Patrick's Day Welcome Breakfast

Vice President's ResidenceWashington, D.C. VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Good morning, everyone. Good morning and welcome and Happy St. Patrick's Day. I am honored - Doug and I - the Second Gentleman - are honored to welcome the Taoiseach and Mr. Barrett to the Vice President's Residence. You've been here before. It is a great honor of ours,... The post Remarks by Vice President Harris And Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland Before St. Patrick's Day Welcome Breakfast appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Announcement of Türkiye's Intention to send Finland's NATO

The United States welcomes President Erdogan's announcement that he will send Finland's NATO accession protocols to the Turkish Parliament and looks forward to the prompt conclusion of that process. We encourage Türkiye to quickly ratify Sweden's accession protocols as well. In addition, we urge Hungary to conclude its ratification process for both Finland and Sweden without... The post Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Announcement of Türkiye's Intention to send Finland's NATO Accession Protocols to Parliament appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Statement from President Joe Biden on Top Three Insulin Producers Lowering Prices

As of this afternoon, all three of the leading insulin producers in America have agreed to substantially reduce their prices, following my calls to expand my $35 cap for seniors to all Americans. Sanofi is the latest company to recognize that charging hundreds of dollars for insulin that costs $10 to produce is just wrong,... The post Statement from President Joe Biden on Top Three Insulin Producers Lowering Prices appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

The White House Task Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment: Update on Implementation of Approved Actions

Agencies act to remove barriers to worker organizing, create good-paying union jobs, and the number of Federal Government employees in a union increases by nearly 20% A guiding principle of the White House Task Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment is the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to worker rights, including the right to a free and... The post The White House Task Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment: Update on Implementation of Approved Actions appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023

Catherine Colonna and Hervé Berville launch the UN Ocean Conference steering committee (15.03.23)

Joint press release by the French ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and the office of the minister of State for Marine Affairs On Wednesday, March 15, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, and the Minister of State for Marine Affairs, attached to the Prime Minister, Hervé Berville, launched the UN Ocean Conference steering committee. The conference will be held in Nice in June 2025 under the auspices of the President of France, Emmanuel Macron. The steering (...)

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions

WASHINGTON - Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars Board of Trustees The Wilson Center, chartered by Congress in 1968 as the official memorial to President Woodrow Wilson, is the nation's key non-partisan policy forum for tackling global issues through... The post President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New York Disaster Declaration

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of New York and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and snowstorm from December 23 to December 28, 2022. The President's action makes Federal funding available for... The post President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New York Disaster Declaration appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:16 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: It smells lovely in here. Good afternoon, everybody. Q (Inaudible.) MS. JEAN-PIERRE: It does. It smells like, I don't know, potpourri or something. It smells lovely. Welcome back to those who traveled with us out west. It was a really great trip. Three -... The post Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris's Meeting with State Legislators, Health Care Providers, Advocates, and Students

Today, in Des Moines, Iowa, Vice President Kamala Harris convened state legislators, health care providers, advocates, students, and other leaders to discuss the fight to protect reproductive rights. The Vice President's event follows attacks on reproductive rights at the national and state level, which are endangering women's lives and have repercussions beyond reproductive health care. The Vice President thanked the participants for their leadership fighting on the frontlines for... The post Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris's Meeting with State Legislators, Health Care Providers, Advocates, and Students on Reproductive Rights in Des Moines, IA appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

Remarks by Vice President Harris During Roundtable on Reproductive Rights

Grand View UniversityDes Moines, Iowa THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon, everyone. It is good to be back in Iowa and, in particular, to be with these extraordinary leaders. You are local leaders. You are state-wide leaders. You are national leaders on so many issues and, in particular, on the issue that we are convened to... The post Remarks by Vice President Harris During Roundtable on Reproductive Rights appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

Statement by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's ICBM Test

The United States strongly condemns the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) Intercontinental ballistic missile test. This launch is a flagrant violation of multiple UN Security Council resolutions. While U.S. INDOPACOM has assessed it did not pose an immediate threat to U.S. personnel, or territory, or to our allies, this launch needlessly raises tensions and... The post Statement by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's ICBM Test appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Thu Mar 16 2023

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Lower High-Speed Internet Costs

Biden-Harris Administration announced over $73 million in outreach grants to connect more Americans with affordable, high-speed internet Over 16.75 million households are now saving over $500 million per month, thanks to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new funding to lower the cost of high-speed internet, releasing $73 million in Affordable... The post FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Lower High-Speed Internet Costs appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Wed Mar 15 2023

FACT SHEET: Seniors Across the Country Are Saving Millions of Dollars in Health Care Costs Because of President Biden's

New data from the Department of Health and Human Services shows how much seniors in every state could save because of cost-saving provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act Today, the Biden-Harris Administration released new data showing how President Biden's prescription drug law is lowering health care costs and prescription drug prices for seniors across the... The post FACT SHEET: Seniors Across the Country Are Saving Millions of Dollars in Health Care Costs Because of President Biden's Prescription Drug Law appeared first on The White House.

Updated: Wed Mar 15 2023