Preamble We are taking concrete steps to: as outlined in the reference documents of this Communique. We are determined to work together and with others to: 2. We will champion international principles and shared values by: 3. We will work with our international partners to achieve a world that is human-centered, inclusive and resilient, leaving no…
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Joint Statement by President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau
The United States and Canada celebrate our progress under the Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.-Canada Partnership over the past two years and reaffirm our historic alliance, steadfast friendship, and commitment to overcome the daunting challenges of today and realize the full potential of the relationship in the future. Our enduring partnership is based on a…
Ocean Agencies Commit to Environmental Justice Outcomes for Ocean Science and Technology
White House Office of Science & Technology Policy’s (OSTP) National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) Releases Environmental Justice Position Statement to Guide Activities and Investments in Ocean Science and Technology By: Amanda N. Netburn, Assistant Director for Ocean Science and Technology; Gretchen Goldman, Assistant Director for Environmental Science, Policy, Engineering, and Justice; Kei Koizumi, Principal…
Readout: International Roundtable on Pursuing Quantum Information Together
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and U.S. Department of State hosted a dialogue this week to foster international cooperation in quantum science and technology. The roundtable, Pursuing Quantum Information Together: 2N vs 2N, was held on May 5th and 6th. Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) has significant potential to…
FACT SHEET:Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Protect LGBTQI+ Communities
Today, in celebration of Pride Month, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new actions to protect LGBTQI+ communities from attacks on their rights and safety. Over a dozen states have enacted anti-LGBTQI+ laws that violate our most basic values and freedoms as Americans, and are cruel and callous to our kids, our neighbors, and those in…
President Biden Announces Key Nominees
WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as key leaders in his administration: Robert Godec, Nominee for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Thailand Vinay Singh, Nominee for Chief Financial Officer, Department of Housing and Urban Development Kalpana Kotagal, Nominee for Commissioner on the Equal…
FACT SHEET: Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment at the G7 Summit
At the 2023 G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, G7 leaders affirmed their commitment to identify new opportunities to scale the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), President Biden and the G7’s flagship infrastructure initiative which has attracted major investors to better respond to the global demand for high quality infrastructure financing, in low- and…
Executive Order Budgetary Impact Statements
Budgetary Impact Analysis – 2024 Budgetary Impact Analysis for Executive Order on “COVID-19 and Public Health Preparedness and Response” Budgetary Impact Analysis for Executive Order Entitled “Recognizing and Honoring Women’s History” Budgetary Impact Analysis for Executive Order Entitled “Advancing Women’s Health Research and Innovation” Budgetary Impact Analysis for Executive Order Entitled “Scaling and Expanding the…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Advance Open and Equitable Research
OSTP launches Year of Open Science to advance national open science policies across the federal government in 2023 Today, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) announced new actions to advance open and equitable research, including new grant funding, improvements in research infrastructure, broadened research participation for emerging scholars, and expanded opportunities…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equality and Visibility for Transgender Americans
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration recognizes Transgender Day of Visibility, an annual celebration of the resilience, achievements, and joy of transgender people in the United States and around the world. Every American deserves the freedom to be themselves. But far too many transgender Americans still face systemic barriers, discrimination, and acts of violence. Today, the Administration…
