US President Joe Biden’s “xenophobia” comment on May 01 at a fundraiser campaign triggered a diplomatic row. US President said “xenophobia” from China, India, and Japan is stopping the economic growth of these countries. President Joe Biden made this controversial remark while advocating for the US immigration policy. He said, “Folks, this election is about freedom, America, and democracy. That’s why I badly need you. You know, one of the reasons why our economy is growing is because of you and many others. Why? Because we welcome immigrants. We look to — the reason — look, think about it. Why is China stalling so badly economically? Why is Japan having trouble? Why is Russia? Why is India? Because they’re xenophobic. They don’t want immigrants.” The remarks, from Joe Biden came after The White House hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a State visit. Notably, The White House welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state visit last summer. However, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre defended President Biden’s statement. She said that the President’s comments were part of a broader message emphasising the strength of America's immigrant heritage. Our allies and partners know very well how much this President respects them...He was making a broad comment speaking about this (US) country, speaking about how important it is to be a country of immigrants and how it makes our country stronger. Notably, The US will go to polls later this year, and country's economy, immigration are the top issues for voters.
03 May,2024 05:08 PM IST
Diwali 2023: Extending wishes on Diwali, US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden shared a heartfelt message. They lit a ‘Diya’ to “symbolize Diwali’s message of seeking the light of wisdom, love, and unity over darkness of hate and division”. Joe Biden took to X and shared the video of him with Jill Biden celebrating Diwali at The White House. US President Joe Biden is not the only world leader to celebrate Diwali. UK PM Rishi Sunak also celebrated Diwali with wife Akshata Murty at 10, Downing Street. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also met Rishi Sunak on Diwali. EAM presented a cricket bat signed by Virat Kohli to UK PM Sunak.
14 November,2023 10:58 AM IST | Mumbai
As Israel and Hamas remain locked in an intense fight, tensions have mounted in the Middle East. Amid the war, US President Joe Biden appeared to talk about the recently inked IMEC project. However, The White House issued a clarification on Joe Biden’s “regional integration” remark. President Joe Biden was referring to the normalisation process, an agreement that the US was trying to reach between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
27 October,2023 03:01 PM IST | Mumbai
US President Joe Biden arrived at Raj Ghat on the 2nd day of the G20 Summit 2023. He was welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Raj Ghat. President Biden will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Raj Ghat. Other world leaders too arrived at the Raj Ghat to pay homage to Bapu.
10 September,2023 11:16 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
