FACT SHEET: Burundi Executive Order
President Obama today issued a new Executive Order (E.O.) declaring a national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the…
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Ned Price on Burundi
Today President Obama issued a new Executive Order imposing sanctions against persons who have contributed to the ongoing crisis in Burundi. This Executive Order provides the authority to block the…
Upcoming Guidance for First Lady Michelle Obama
Tune In: On Thursday, November 26th, Broadway at The White House will air at 8:00 PM ET on TLC. Click HERE for more information. Friday, November 27, 2015 The White…
Readout of the Vice President’s Remarks to the Ambassadors of the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL at the Department of State
Today, the Vice President addressed the Ambassadors of the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL at the Department of State. The Vice President expressed his sincere condolences to the friends and…
Remarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of the Republic of Singapore After Bilateral Meeting
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2:56 P.M. MYT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, it’s a great pleasure to spend some time with Prime Minister Lee and the delegation from Singapore…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Passing of Former Republic of Korea President Kim Young-sam
On behalf of the American people, we send our heartfelt condolences to the people of the Republic of Korea for the passing of former President Kim Young-sam. President Kim led…
Weekly Address: In the Face of Terror, We Stand as One
WASHINGTON, DC — In this week’s address, the Vice President spoke to his and the President’s commitment to protecting our country from terrorists, while also providing refuge to some of…
Remarks by President Obama at the Dignity for Children Foundation
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 11:57 A.M. MYT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, it is a privilege to be here at the Dignity for Children Foundation. I want to thank Pastor Satvinder and his…
Remarks by President Obama Before U.S.-ASEAN Meeting
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 7:10 P.M. MYT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you very much, Prime Minister Najib, and thank you to my fellow leaders for being here today.…
Remarks by President Obama at Civil Society Roundtable
Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 1:25 P.M. MYT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, this is a great opportunity for me to meet with some outstanding, courageous men and women who represent civil…