The Ritz-CarltonBoston, Massachusetts THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Georgia. (Applause.) Thank you, Georgia, really, truly for all these years and for all you do relentlessly. You are so extraordinary. Thank you. And it’s good to see everyone. And, Quentin, it’s great to be on this stage with you. MR. FULKS: Thank you. THE VICE PRESIDENT: …
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Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials Previewing Day One of the Summit for Democracy
Via Teleconference 5:34 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Hi, everybody. Thanks so much for joining us on the call this evening. We’re going to talk a little bit about the Summit for Democracy, which, as my colleagues here will preview, is a little bit underway already. By joining this call, just a reminder, you’re agreeing to the terms of…
Fact Sheet: Export Controls and Human Rights Initiative Launched at the Summit for Democracy
As part of its commitment to put human rights at the center of U.S. foreign policy, the Biden-Harris Administration has taken meaningful action to curb the proliferation of technology that has been misused by governments for repression. Today at the Summit for Democracy, the United States, Australia, Denmark and Norway announced the Export Controls and…
Remarks by President Biden on the Middle East
Cross Hall THE PRESIDENT: Folks, I’ve just spoken with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Earlier today, I spoke with President Al Sisi of Egypt. And Minister — Prime Minister Netanyahu informed me that Israel has agreed to a mutual, unconditional ceasefire to begin in less than two hours. The Egyptians have now informed us that Hamas and the…
Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel
President Biden spoke today with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He condemned the rocket attacks by Hamas and other terrorist groups, including against Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. He conveyed his unwavering support for Israel’s security and for Israel’s legitimate right to defend itself and its people, while protecting civilians. He also conveyed the United States’…
Remarks by President Biden in Virtual Call for the Jewish High Holidays
Via Teleconference 2:03 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much. I should start off with a bit of an apology. When I was Vice President, for eight years I had a celebration at my home — my temporary home of the Vice President’s Residence — and I had planned on doing that here at…
Remarks by Vice President Harris and Liz Cheney at a Campaign Event | Malvern, PA
People’s LightMalvern, Pennsylvania 11:54 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Let’s get to it. MS. LONGWELL: Let’s do it. Let’s do it. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everyone. AUDIENCE: Good morning. AUDIENCE MEMBER: Happy birthday! MS. LONGWELL: Oh, happy belated birthday. (Applause.) Oh, yeah. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank…
Statement by President Joe Biden on Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s Visit to the Middle East
Following up on our quiet, intensive diplomacy to bring about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, I have asked my Secretary of State, Tony Blinken, to travel to the Middle East this week. During his trip, Secretary Blinken will meet with Israeli leaders about our ironclad commitment to Israel’s security. He will continue our Administration’s efforts…
The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States
Today, we—Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan, and President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. of the United States—met for the fourth in-person Quad Leaders Summit, hosted by President Biden in Wilmington, Delaware. Four years since elevating the Quad to a leader-level format, the Quad…
Statement by White House Spokesperson Jen Psaki on the Visit of President Reuven Rivlin of Israel
President Biden looks forward to welcoming Israeli President Reuven Rivlin to the White House on June 28, 2021. President Rivlin’s visit will highlight the enduring partnership between the United States and Israel and the deep ties between our governments and our people. It will be an opportunity to consult about the many challenges and opportunities facing…
