Arlington National CemeteryArlington, Virginia 11:51 A.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Good morning. To Secretary Denis McDonough, I thank you for the work that you have been doing so tirelessly. It is noble and important work. First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, Secretary Lloyd Austin, and members of our Cabinet, General Mark Milley…
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Statement by President Joe Biden, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi Mourning Former Prime Minister Abe
We, the leaders of Australia, India, and the United States, are shocked at the tragic assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Prime Minister Abe was a transformative leader for Japan and for Japanese relations with each one of our countries. He also played a formative role in the founding of the Quad partnership,…
Remarks by Vice President Harris and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan Before Bilateral Meeting
Akasaka PalaceTokyo, Japan PRIME MINISTER KISHIDA: (As interpreted.) Well, Madam Vice President, I am delighted to meet you for the first time. And I mean it from the bottom of my heart for attending the state funeral with the rest of your delegation. And former Prime Minister Abe poured his heart and soul into further…
Statement from Press Secretary Kirsten Allen on Vice President Harris’s Travel to Japan and Republic of Korea
From September 25 to September 29, Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, Republic of Korea. The Vice President is traveling to Tokyo on behalf of President Biden to lead the Presidential Delegation to the State Funeral of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo of Japan. Her visit will honor the legacy of…
Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Kishida of Japan
President Biden called Prime Minister Kishida of Japan today to express his outrage, sadness and deep condolences on the tragic and violent shooting death of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo. The President underscored that he and the American people stand with the Prime Minister and the people of Japan in their time of mourning. The President noted…
Background Press Call Previewing the Vice President’s Upcoming Travel to Japan and the Republic of Korea
Via Teleconference 12:36 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Hey, thanks so much, Brad. And hi, everyone. Thanks for joining us. Today we’re going to be previewing the Vice President’s travel to Japan and the Republic of Korea. This call will be on background, attributed to a senior administration official. And there is no embargo on the contents…
A Proclamation on the Death Of Abe Shinzo
The longest serving Prime Minister in Japan’s history, Abe Shinzo was a proud servant of the Japanese people and a faithful friend to the United States. He worked with American Presidents of both parties to deepen the Alliance between our nations and advance a common vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. Even in the moment…
Statement by President Biden on the Killing of Former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo
I am stunned, outraged, and deeply saddened by the news that my friend Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan, was shot and killed while campaigning. This is a tragedy for Japan and for all who knew him. I had the privilege to work closely with Prime Minister Abe. As Vice President, I visited him in…
Remarks by Vice President Harris and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of the Commonwealth of Australia Before Bilateral Meeting
Tokyo, Japan VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Well, good morning, Mr. Prime Minister. It is good to be with you. As you know, the United States values and is very fond of our relationship with Australia. And I cannot thank you enough for your leadership on many levels. It was noted by all of us when you, right…
Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with Prime Minister Kishida of Japan
Vice President Kamala Harris today met with Prime Minister Kishida Fumio in Tokyo, Japan. The Vice President conveyed condolences over the assassination of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo and they discussed his legacy in advance of tomorrow’s state funeral, for which the Vice President is leading the U.S. Presidential Delegation. The Vice President praised former…
