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December 29, 2024 TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES: It is my solemn duty to announce officially the death of James Earl Carter, Jr., the thirty-ninth President of the United States, on December 29, 2024. President Carter was a man of character, courage, and compassion, whose lifetime of service defined him as one of the most […]
Statement by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter December 29, 2024 Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian. Over six decades, we had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that […]
Statement from President Joe Biden on the Plane Crash in the Republic of Korea December 29, 2024 Jill and I are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of life that occurred as a result of the Jeju Airlines accident in Muan, Republic of Korea. As close allies, the American people share deep bonds of […]
FACT SHEET: Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment in the Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor
FACT SHEET: Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment in the Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor President Bien tours the Lobito Port Terminal in Angola. December 03, 2024 Today, the United States and Angola are co-hosting a Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor Summit, bringing together leaders from the Democratic Republic of the […]
Statement from President Joe Biden on Russia’s Attack on Ukraine November 28, 2024 Overnight, Russia carried out a horrific aerial attack against Ukraine. Ukrainian authorities report that Russia launched nearly 200 missiles and drones against Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure, depriving Ukrainian civilians of access to electricity. This attack is outrageous and serves as yet […]
Joint Statement from President Biden of the United States and President Macron of France Announcing a Cessation of Hostilities President Biden delivers remarks in the Rose Garden at the White House. November 26, 2024 Today, after many weeks of tireless diplomacy, Israel and Lebanon have accepted a cessation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon. The announcement today will […]
Statement from President Joe Biden Remembering the Holodomor November 23, 2024 Ninety-one years ago, Joseph Stalin and the Soviet regime engineered the Holodomor, a forced and deliberate famine that killed millions of Ukrainians. We remember the men, women, and children who perished during the Holodomor. We also honor the survivors of the Holodomor and their descendants […]
Statement by President Joe Biden on the Occasion of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women November 25, 2024 Today, as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we recommit ourselves to the urgent work of ending gender-based violence in the United States […]
President Biden at the G20 Summit in Brazil. November 19, 2024 From day one of his Administration, President Biden pledged to restore U.S. leadership and strengthen our partnerships to make America more secure and prosperous. Taking office amid a devastating pandemic that had upended the global economy, President Biden recognized that we needed to work with partners to tackle big cross-border challenges. […]
Delfines Hotel & Convention Center 4:06 P.M. PET PRESIDENT XI: (As interpreted.) Can you put on your earpiece? We have simultaneous interpreting. PRESIDENT BIDEN: I’ve learned to speak Chinese. (Laughter.) Wish I did. PRESIDENT XI: Okay, let me begin first. It’s a great pleasure to see you again, President Biden. Over the past four […]