Today, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand and Vice President Kamala Harris met at the White House and jointly reaffirmed the strong and deep relationship between the United States and New Zealand, based on shared values, people-to-people ties, and cooperation across a wide range of bilateral, regional, and global challenges. The Prime Minister and the Vice President welcomed…
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Chair’s Summary of the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate Held by President Joe Biden
On June 17, 2022, President Biden convened his third Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate (MEF) to build on the progress achieved at COP 26 by further strengthening climate action while also addressing urgent energy and food security concerns arising from Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine. Participants shared steps they are taking to strengthen their national climate efforts, and…
The Jerusalem U.S.-Israel Strategic Partnership Joint Declaration
The leaders of the United States and Israel, President Biden and Prime Minister Lapid, met in Jerusalem on 14 July 2022, and adopted the following Joint Declaration on the US-Israel Strategic Partnership: The United States and Israel reaffirm the unbreakable bonds between our two countries and the enduring commitment of the United States to Israel’s…
Bringing Infrastructure into the 21st Century
By Heather Boushey Infrastructure provides the foundation for economic activity, yet the pace of investment has fallen behind in the United States and hindered economic growth and competitiveness. From roads and transportation systems, to water and waste transport, to broadband, to the power grid, infrastructure enables the economy to function. Time and again, analyses quantifying…
President Biden Announces Key Regional Appointments for USDA
WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden appointed the following individuals to serve in key regional leadership roles at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA): Ginger Sykes Torres, USDA State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, Arizona William Bunce, USDA State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, Wyoming Maximiliano J. Trujillo, USDA State Director, Rural Development, Puerto…
Opening Remarks of Dr. Jane Lubchenco at the Second National Workshop on Marine Environmental DNA (eDNA)
As prepared for delivery Good morning! It is my pleasure to join you for the second National Workshop on Marine eDNA. I thank the visionary leaders who initiated this series – and endorse their vision of eDNA as a ‘powerful, dependable, and efficient tool for ocean observations.” Big thanks to the Federal agencies who played…
Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby En Route San Francisco, CA
Aboard Air Force OneEn Route San Francisco, California 2:07 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: I got a couple of things at the top before I turn it over to the Admiral. Thank you. So, this morning, President Biden shared big news in his work to tackle climate change. Over the past two and a half years, President Biden…
FACT SHEET: President Biden’s Executive Actions on Climate to Address Extreme Heat and Boost Offshore Wind
New Actions to Accelerate Clean Energy, Create Jobs, and Lower Costs Today, President Biden will reiterate that climate change is a clear and present danger to the United States. Since Congress is not acting on this emergency, President Biden will. In the coming weeks, President Biden will announce additional executive actions to combat this emergency. …
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Releases Permitting Action Plan to Accelerate and Deliver Infrastructure Projects On Time, On Task, and On Budget
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making a once-in-a-generation investment in America’s infrastructure and competitiveness that will create good-paying union jobs, grow our economy, invest in communities, combat climate change, and help lower costs for families. To make the most of these historic investments and ensure infrastructure projects are delivered on time and on budget, the…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Releases Permitting Action Plan to Accelerate and Deliver Infrastructure Projects On Time, On Task, and On Budget
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making a once-in-a-generation investment in America’s infrastructure and competitiveness that will create good-paying union jobs, grow our economy, invest in communities, combat climate change, and help lower costs for families. To make the most of these historic investments and ensure infrastructure projects are delivered on time and on budget, the…
