As Prepared for delivery: Ladies and gentlemen, it’s a great honor to once again address this distinguished forum. But this year, in these early days of 2017, there’s a palpable uncertainty about the state of our world. For the members…
Archive: January 18, 2017
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:24 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Let me start out by saying that I was sorely tempted to wear a tan suit today — (laughter) — for my last press conference. But…
President Obama spoke by phone today with President Ashraf Ghani of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, who was joined by Chief Executive Officer Dr. Abdullah Abdullah. President Obama expressed his deep appreciation for the steadfast partnership between the United States…
President Obama spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to thank the Prime Minister for his partnership and to review joint efforts of cooperation including defense, civil nuclear energy, and enhanced people-to-people ties. Recalling his visit…
The Vice President called Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi today to thank him for his close partnership and leadership in the Iraqi-led campaign to liberate Mosul and all of Iraq from the terrorist group ISIL. The Vice President also commended…
