8/4/2009
Vice President Biden called Georgian President Saakashvili today to discuss the current situation in Georgia. Vice President Biden expressed concern about the recent escalation in tensions and emphasized that all parties should avoid destabilizing actions. He also underscored the importance of having an objective international monitoring mission with access to both sides of the boundary line.
7/31/2009
The President was deeply saddened by of the death of former President of the Philippines Corazon Aquino. Ms. Aquino played a crucial role in Philippines history, moving the country to democratic rule through her non-violent “People Power” movement over twenty years ago.
7/28/2009
7/27/2009
7/25/2009
The President spoke to Prime Minister Brown yesterday as part of their regular consultations. The President and the Prime Minister commended the outstanding performance of United States and United Kingdom troops in Afghanistan during a difficult phase of operations.
7/23/2009
7/22/2009
7/18/2009
The President spoke with President Yudhoyono of Indonesia today to congratulate him on his re-election and to express support for and solidarity with his government and the people of Indonesia in the wake of yesterday's terrorist attacks in Jakarta. President Obama offered U.S. government support for the ongoing Indonesian investigation.
7/15/2009
President Obama looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki of Iraq to the White House on Wednesday, July 22. The United States and Iraq enjoy a close relationship and are partners in building a sovereign, stable and self-reliant Iraq through the responsible withdrawal of U.S. forces and the encouragement of new ties in trade, commerce, culture and education.
7/11/2009