National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with South African National Security Advisor Sydney Mufamadi. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Mufamadi reaffirmed President Biden and President Ramaphosa’s commitment to strengthen the U.S-South Africa bilateral relationship. Mr. Sullivan pledged support to the people and government of South Africa in response to the deadly floods in Kwa Zulu…
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For a More Sustainable Future, We Must Explore and Better Understand What Lies Beneath America’s Ocean Waters
A new report identifies priority U.S. waters for ocean exploration and characterization By Amanda N. Netburn, Assistant Director for Ocean Science and Technology, OSTP Jane Lubchenco, Deputy Director for Climate and Environment, OSTP Sara Gonzalez-Rothi, Senior Director for Water, CEQ Our nation’s collective well-being is supported by the ocean. The ocean provides an astounding array…
Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception | Atherton, CA
Private ResidenceAtherton, California 5:39 P.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Steve, thank you. I used to dream of being charismatic. (Laughter.) Anyway. All kidding — thank you. Thank you, thank you. By the way, there’s the real reason we’re gathered here: We have two recent college graduates in the front row here. (Applause.) Stand up, guys. No,…
Readout of the Fifth Greening Government Initiative Meeting
GGI Countries Shared Ways They are Leading the Transition to Net-Zero Emission Transportation by Greening Their National Government Vehicle Fleets Today, representatives of 60 countries across five continents met for the fifth meeting of the Greening Government Initiative (GGI)—a first-of-its-kind initiative that enables countries to exchange information, promote innovation and share best practices to…
Readout of the Second Meeting of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST)
PCAST focused on combatting and adapting to climate change, implications for national security, and achieving net zero emissions by 2050 The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) met on October 18-19 to discuss climate change, energy, and the environment. Co-chairs Frances Arnold (California Institute of Technology), Maria Zuber (Massachusetts Institute of Technology…
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Biden-Harris Administration’s Launch of the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation Receives Praise from Outdoor Recreation Industry Leaders
As part of the President’s America the Beautiful Initiative, the Biden-Harris Administration launched an interagency effort, called the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation (FICOR), that will work to create more safe, affordable, and equitable opportunities for Americans to get outdoors. The FICOR – which includes leaders from the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture, Commerce,…
Statement by White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on the Bilateral Meeting between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece
President Biden looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece to the White House on May 16, 2022. The Prime Minister’s visit provides an opportunity to affirm our strong bilateral partnership and to celebrate 201 years of Greek independence. The leaders will discuss ongoing efforts with Allies and partners to support the people of Ukraine and impose…
Readout of President Biden’s Call with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa. President Biden emphasized the strength of the bilateral partnership, as well as global challenges brought on by Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine, addressing climate change, and enhancing our partnership on trade, health security, and the Covid-19 pandemic. President Biden emphasized the…
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with President David Panuelo of the Federated States of Micronesia
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with President David Panuelo of the Federated States of Micronesia to affirm the abiding U.S. commitment to the security and prosperity of the Freely Associated States, as well as to discuss issues of common concern in the Pacific Islands region. Noting the appointment of Special Presidential Envoy Ambassador…
Joint Readout of Meeting Between Prime Minister Ardern and Vice President Harris
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…
