Read the full strategy here “We envision an Indo-Pacific that is open, connected, prosperous, resilient, and secure—and we are ready to work together with each of you to achieve it.” President Joe Biden East Asia Summit October 27, 2021 The Biden-Harris Administration has made historic strides to restore American leadership in the Indo-Pacific and adapt its role for the 21st century. …
Read More» JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam 3:00 P.M. ICT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I’m going to give a few remarks and then I’ll take questions. First, I want to thank our Vietnamese hosts for so warmly welcoming us to Vietnam. As many of you know, I am the first Vice President to visit Vietnam since …
Read More» National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, I — first of all, I want to thank the Vietnamese — your Office of Health and Hygiene that’s, obviously, a lot of work to do. And as I’ve mentioned, we as the United States are very thankful to the Vietnamese for coming …
Read More» Chief of Mission Residence Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. And thank you for the work that you’ve been doing here in Vietnam, through USAID. It is one of the important roles that our government plays in a diplomatic mission to support leaders such as those at this table to begin important …
Read More» JW Marriott Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, I would like to say that, on behalf of the United States, we are very excited about this symbol of our enduring relationship with Vietnam. And for anyone who may not be aware of the small print, it’s a 99-year lease. (Laughter and applause.) And …
Read More» JW Marriott Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Chris. It is an honor to be here to celebrate the launch of the Southeast Asia Regional Office of the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is one of four such offices in the entire world and a testament — a true …
Read More» New Building, Office of Government Hanoi, Vietnam VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Thank you, Prime Minister. It is an honor to be with you. And thank you for the warm welcome. I’m here today because the Biden-Harris administration is committed to our partnerships in this region — in the Indo- Pacific region, in Southeast Asia, and here …
Read More» Presidential Palace Hanoi, Vietnam VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Thank you, Mr. President. It is my honor to be the first Vice President of the United States to visit Vietnam in the last quarter of a century. And I’m looking very much forward to a productive conversation that is focused on strengthening the relationship between the United …
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Trip Overview Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Singapore and Vietnam this month to strengthen relationships and expand economic cooperation with two critical Indo-Pacific partners of the United States. During the trip, the Vice President will engage the leaders of both governments on issues of mutual interest, including regional security, the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, …
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Foreign Policy Issued on: October 24, 2019 Conrad Hotel Washington, D.C. 11:51 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you all for that warm welcome. And to your new chairman, Governor Scott Walker; former Congresswoman Jane Harman; and to all the members of the board at this historic center; and to all the fine scholars: …
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The White House Office of the Vice President For Immediate Release April 20, 2017 ASEAN Secretariat Jakarta, Indonesia THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. This is my first visit to the Asia Pacific as Vice President of the United States, and I bring greetings from the President of the United States, President Donald Trump. And it …
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