President Biden of the United States is welcoming Prime Minister Albanese of Australia on October 25, 2023 for an official visit and state dinner. The two leaders will reaffirm the strength of the U.S.-Australia alliance and the evolution of its reach beyond defense and security into a force for increased prosperity and innovation across the…
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FACT SHEET: Delivering on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Commitment to Democratic Renewal at the Third Summit for Democracy
President Biden launched the historic Summit for Democracy in 2021 to strengthen democratic institutions, protect human rights, and accelerate the fight against corruption, both at home and abroad. At the first Summit, approximately 100 participating governments made over 750 commitments on a wide array of deliverables, including in the areas of advancing technology for democracy,…
Remarks of Dr. Alondra Nelson at the Innovation Forum on Building Equitable Partnerships
On July 20, 2022, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the General Services Administration (GSA) hosted an Innovation Forum to highlight citizen science partnerships between Federal agencies and diverse communities, as well as explore how community input can strengthen innovation initiatives across government. The event featured keynote remarks from Dr.…
Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Moderated Conversation with Annie Gonzalez During the National “Fight for Our Freedoms” College Tour
The College of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, Nevada 1:09 P.M. PDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. (Laughter and applause.) Can we hear it for Pio? (Applause.) Oh, it’s good to be with everybody. Please, let’s have a seat. MS. GONZALEZ: Hello. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Hi, friend. (Laughs.) MS. GONZALEZ: Hello, Madam Vice President Kamala Harris. (Applause.) …
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Praise for President Biden’s Nominee to Lead Office of Science and Technology Policy Dr. Arati Prabhakar
Posted: June 22, 2022; Updated: July 19, 2022 President Biden’s historic nomination of Dr. Arati Prabhakar to serve in his Cabinet and as Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and Chief Advisor for Science and Technology is winning praise from members of Congress, scientists, R&D advocates, and former OSTP Directors of…
President Biden Announces Appointments to the President’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council
WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint highly qualified and diverse industry and government leaders as members of the President’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC), which advises the White House on how to reduce physical and cyber risks and improve the security and resilience of the nation’s critical infrastructure sectors. Since…
President Biden to Announce 21 Winners of $1 Billion American Rescue Plan Regional Challenge
Funding Provides Regional Investments to Transform Local Economies, Create Good-Paying Jobs, Jumpstart Emerging Industries, and Prepare Workforce for the Future WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden will announce the 21 winners of the $1 billion Build Back Better Regional Challenge, the most impactful regional economic development competition in decades. Funded by President Biden’s American Rescue Plan…
Building Back Better Together: A Secure, Prosperous North America
The following is the text of a Joint Statement by North American Leaders: We, the leaders of North America, met today in Washington, DC for the first time since 2016 to reaffirm the strength of our relationship and to chart a new path for our collaboration at a time when we face incredibly complex global…
Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus “On the Road” Event Series | Houston, TX
Hardy Senior CenterHouston, Texas 4:23 P.M. CST THE VICE PRESIDENT: We all hugged and kissed behind the stage before. (Laughter.) Hi, everyone. It’s good to be back in Harris County. And — and good to see so many leaders and friends. So, Chairwoman. CONGRESSWOMAN BARRAGÁN: Madam Vice President, it is so awesome to have you…
Quad Leaders’ Summit Fact Sheet
Hiroshima, 20 May 2023 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India met in Hiroshima on May 20, 2023 for the fifth convening of the Quad Leaders’ Summit. The Quad is committed to supporting the region’s development, stability, and…
