Today, on Equal Pay Day, White House and Biden Administration leaders convened workers, union leaders, construction contractors, heads of tradeswomen organizations, and equal pay experts to discuss how President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is providing economic opportunities for women in fields where they are historically underrepresented, in turn helping to close the gender pay […]
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National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with Dr. Ibrahim Kalin, Spokesperson and Chief Advisor to the President of Türkiye. Mr. Sullivan reiterated condolences for the tragic loss of life due to the earthquakes in Türkiye and sustained U.S. support for the people of Türkiye in their ongoing recovery effort. They talked about regional and global […]
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The United States welcomes the United Nations’ announcement today that it has signed an agreement to procure a vessel to receive the 1.1 million barrels of oil from the decaying Safer oil tanker. This is a critical step in the implementation of the UN’s emergency plan to avert a regional environmental catastrophe, economic disruption in the Red... 
The United States is designating five entities and one individual based in the People’s Republic of China for sanctions pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. This network is responsible for the sale and shipment of thousands of components, including those used in... Private ResidenceRancho Santa Fe, California 6:47 P.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank you for the comment about the book, Allan. I — I appreciate it. And tell your wife I said, “Thank you for all the preparation.” It’s never easy. Everybody says, “No problem.” You have to work like the devil to get it done. ... 
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke today with European External Action Service Secretary-General Stefano Sannino. They discussed our strong, shared commitment to support Ukraine. Deputy Secretary Sherman and Secretary-General Sannino highlighted the importance of a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific and their deep commitment to working... By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order as follows: Section 1. Policy. Every few days in the United States, we mourn a new mass shooting. Daily acts of gun violence — including community violence, domestic violence, suicide,... The United States government strongly condemns the senseless act of violence that occurred at a Jehovah’s Witnesses hall in Hamburg, Germany, which resulted in several fatalities and injuries. Our condolences are with the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time. No one should have to fear for their safety while attending a place of worship.... On March 17, President Joe Biden will host Leo Varadkar, Taoiseach of Ireland, for a bilateral meeting and St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the White House, continuing a longstanding St. Patrick’s Day tradition. The leaders will reaffirm the close and historic partnership between the United States and Ireland and the extraordinary bonds between our people.... 
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Ethiopia and Niger March 14-17, 2023. On March 15, the Secretary will visit Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where he will discuss implementation of the cessation of hostilities agreement to advance peace and promote transitional justice in northern Ethiopia. He will also meet humanitarian partners and civil society... 
