The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. February 4, 2020 Following are excerpts related to U.S. foreign policy. * * * * One of the single biggest promises I made to the American people was to replace the disastrous NAFTA trade deal. In fact, unfair trade is perhaps the single biggest reason …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, President Juan Guaido, SOTU, State of the Union, U.S. Congress
Last week, we took decisive action to stop a ruthless terrorist from threatening American lives. At my direction, the United States military eliminated the world’s top terrorist, Qasem Soleimani.
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Hezbollah, Qasem Soleimani, Terrorist Attack, Terrorist Organization
Statement by the Department of Defense JAN. 2, 2020 At the direction of the President, the U.S. military has taken decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel abroad by killing Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force, a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. General Soleimani was actively developing plans to attack American …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 3 January, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Qasem Soleimani, Terrorist Organization, U.S. Department of Defense
The White House Office of the Press Secretary November 11, 2019 Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding the Resignation of Bolivian President Evo Morales The resignation yesterday of Bolivian President Evo Morales is a significant moment for democracy in the Western Hemisphere. After nearly 14 years and his recent attempt to override the Bolivian …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 12 November, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Bolivia, Democracy, Former President Donald Trump, President Evo Morales, Resignation
The White House Office of the Press Secretary July 26, 2019 Oval Office 3:48 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much for being here. We appreciate it. I’m thrilled to be with a very important man in Guatemala, the Minister Enrique Degenhart. And we are doing a very important signing. It’s a historic …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 29 July, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Enrique Degenhart, Former President Donald Trump, Guatemala, Safe Third Country Agreement
The White House Office of the Press Secretary November 9, 2018 Addressing Mass Migration Through the Southern Border of The United States The President Of The United States Of America A PROCLAMATION The United States expects the arrival at the border between the United States and Mexico (southern border) of a substantial number of aliens …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Asylum, Border
The White House Office of the Press Secretary September 25, 2018 Remarks by President Trump To the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 10:38 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: 73rd Session, Former President Donald Trump, United Nations General Assembly
The White House Office of the Press Secretary September 13, 2018 National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor all American citizens of Hispanic descent and celebrate their rich and vibrant traditions of faith, family, hard work, and patriotism. We are …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 18 September, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, National Hispanic Heritage Month
The White House Office of the Press Secretary July 16, 2018 Opening REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND PRESIDENT PUTIN OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION IN JOINT PRESS CONFERENCE Presidential Palace Helsinki, Finland 5:10 P.M. EEST PRESIDENT PUTIN: (As interpreted.) Distinguished Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen: Negotiations with the President of the United States Donald Trump took place in …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 17 July, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Kelsinki, President Vladimir Putin
President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) held a first, historic summit in Singapore on June 12, 2018.
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 13 June, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: DPKR, Former President Donald Trump, Summit
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 21, 2018 Statement from President Donald J. Trump on the Maduro Regime in Venezuela Today, I have taken action to prevent the Maduro regime from conducting “fire sales,” liquidating Venezuela’s critical assets—assets the country will need to rebuild its economy. This money belongs to the Venezuelan …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Maduro, Regime, venezuela, Venezuelans
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 8, 2018 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON THE JOINT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF ACTION Diplomatic Reception Room 2:13 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans: Today, I want to update the world on our efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The Iranian regime is …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 9 May, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, JCPOA, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action
The White House Office of the Press Secretary April 26, 2018 Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect leading the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Confirmation, Former President Donald Trump, Michael R. Pompeo
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary April 13, 2018 STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON SYRIA Diplomatic Room 9:01 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, a short time ago, I ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch precision strikes on targets associated with the chemical weapons capabilities of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 14 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Chemical, Former President Donald Trump
The Vice President is honored to represent the United States at the 8th Summit of the Americas at President Trump’s request. He looks forward to promoting policy that will lead to an even stronger U.S. economy and working with our close allies in Latin America to collectively hold undemocratic actors in the region accountable for …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 10 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Mike Pence, vpotus
Kenneth S. George of Texas, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. Mr. George previously served as Assistant Secretary and Director General of the U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service in the Department of Commerce (1981-1985). He has served as a State Representative in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 27 March, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Kenneth George, nominee
The President’s FY 2019 budget request proposes $39.3 billion for critical State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) efforts to advance peace and security, expand American prosperity and influence, and address global crises while making efficient use of taxpayer resources. The budget request modernizes State Department and USAID diplomacy and development to advance …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, request
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON February 12, 2018 Today President Trump requested $39.3 billion for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) budget. This request upholds the President’s commitment, as outlined in the National Security Strategy and the State Department and USAID’s Joint Strategic Plan, to protect our security, rights, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: budget, FY 2019, resources, Rex Tillerson
The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. January 30, 2018 Following are excerpts related to U.S. foreign policy. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: America has also finally turned the page on decades of unfair trade deals that sacrificed …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Address, Congress, foreign policy, Former President Donald Trump, State of the Union
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC December 10, 2017 Sixty-nine years ago today, in the aftermath of World War II, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to recognize and elevate the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all individuals, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Human Rights, Rex Tillerson
The White House Office of the Press Secretary December 06, 2017 Statement by President Trump on Jerusalem Diplomatic Reception Room 1:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. When I came into office, I promised to look at the world’s challenges with open eyes and very fresh thinking. We cannot solve our problems by making the …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Capital, embassy, Former President Donald Trump, Israel, Jerusalem, Middle East, Saudi Arabia
The President reaffirmed his commitment to advancing Israeli-Palestinian peace talks and the importance of supporting those talks.
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Jerusalem
The United States strongly condemns North Korea’s launch of what is likely an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, indiscriminately threatening its neighbors, the region and global stability. The DPRK’s relentless pursuit of nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them must be reversed. Together the international community must continue to send a …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 28 November, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, we are joined together today in sadness, shock, and grief. Last night, a gunman opened fire on a large crowd at a country music concert in Las Vegas, Nevada. He brutally murdered more than 50 people, and wounded hundreds more. It was an act of pure evil. The FBI and …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, las vegas, shooting
The White House Office of the Press Secretary September 24, 2017 “Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump NEW PROTECTIONS: President Donald J. Trump is taking key steps …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, travel
Tillerson’s Remarks at the United Nations Security Council Session on Nuclear Non-Proliferation. September 21, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, good afternoon. And I appreciate the opportunity to address the Security Council again, and I thank this month’s – this month’s chair, Ethiopia. Members of the Security Council talk often of threats to global security. The focus of …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 22 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy | Tags: Nuclear Non-Proliferation, Rex Tillerson, security council
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 21, 2017 STRONG FINANCIAL SANCTIONS: President Trump today issued a new Executive Order (E.O.) imposing additional sanctions with respect to North Korea. The provocative, destabilizing, and repressive actions and policies of the Government of North Korea constitute a continuing threat to the national …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 21 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, policy
Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of our citizens continue to suffer the effects of the devastating hurricanes that …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 20 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, general assembly
North Korea’s provocative missile launch represents the second time the people of Japan, a treaty ally of the United States, have been directly threatened in recent weeks. These continued provocations only deepen North Korea’s diplomatic and economic isolation. United Nations Security Council resolutions, including the most recent unanimous sanctions resolution, represent the floor, not the ceiling, of …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: DPKR, Rex Tillerson
On September 12, 2017, the Department of State released the 2017 Fiscal Transparency Report, consistent with section 7031(b) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2017 (Div. J, P.L. 115-31) (“the Act”). The Report found that 73 of 141 governments reviewed by the Department met minimum requirements of fiscal transparency. …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Rex Tillerson
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON September 11, 2017 Today we remember the victims of the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001, and honor the heroes who valiantly saved many lives that day, even sacrificing their own. Their courage on that day remains an example of the character of …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: remembrance, Rex Tillerson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 5, 2017 Statement from President Donald J. Trump As President, my highest duty is to defend the American people and the Constitution of the United States of America. At the same time, I do not favor punishing children, most of whom are now adults, for the …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: DACA, Former President Donald Trump, immigration
The White House Office of the Press Secretary July 17, 2017 STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP Yesterday, the Venezuelan people again made clear that they stand for democracy, freedom, and rule of law. Yet their strong and courageous actions continue to be ignored by a bad leader who dreams of becoming a dictator. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 20 July, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Statement
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON July 4, 2017 The United States strongly condemns North Korea’s launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile. Testing an ICBM represents a new escalation of the threat to the United States, our allies and partners, the region, and the world. Global action is required …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: North Corea, Rex Tillerson, Security
The White House Office of the Press Secretary June 16, 2017 Remarks by President Trump on the Policy of the United States Towards Cuba Manuel Artime Theater Miami, Florida 1:31 P.M. EDTTHE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. Thank you very much. Great honor. And thank you to my truly great friend, Vice President Mike Pence — …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: cuba, Former President Donald Trump, Statement
REMARKS Secretary of State Rex Tillerson At the Conference for Prosperity and Security in Central America Opening Plenary Session Florida International University Miami, Florida June 15, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, thank you, Jorge, for that most kind introduction, and also in particular, I want to thank Florida International University for providing their campus and the …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Conference for Prosperity and Security in Central America, Florida, Miami, Remarks, Rex Tillerson
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON May 31, 2017 On the Terrorist Attack in Kabul, Afghanistan The United States strongly condemns today’s deadly attack in Kabul. We offer our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were killed and injured, including our Afghan partners, members of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 31 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Afghanistan, Rex Tillerson
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC May 26, 2017 On behalf of the United States Department of State, Renda and I sincerely wish Muslims around the world a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a month of reverence, generosity, and self-reflection. Most importantly, it is a cherished time for family and …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 28 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
The White House Office of the Press Secretary May 24, 2017 President Donald J. Trump Proclaims Memorial Day, May 29, 2017, as a Day of Prayer for Permanent Peace PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2017 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Memorial Day is our Nation’s solemn reminder that freedom …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 28 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 25, 2017 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AT NATO UNVEILING OF THE ARTICLE 5 AND BERLIN WALL MEMORIALS NATO Headquarters Brussels, Belgium 4:39 P.M. CEST Thank you very much, Secretary General Stoltenberg. Chancellor Merkel, thank you very much. Other heads of state and government, I am honored …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 26 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Article 5, Berlin Wall, Former President Donald Trump, Memorials, NATO
The United States of America and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia dedicate themselves to strengthening their Strategic Partnership for the 21st Century, and to charting a renewed path toward a peaceful Middle East where economic development, trade, and diplomacy are hallmarks of regional and global engagement. To that end, both countries welcome a new period …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, PotusAbroad
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON May 20, 2017 From a Press Availability in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on the Reelection of Iranian President Rouhani What we hope – what I would hope – is that Rouhani now has a new term, and that he use that term to begin …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON May 3, 2017 World Press Freedom Day Today, on World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the fundamental principles of a free press around the world. We honor those men and women who work tirelessly, often at great personal risk, …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 3 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson, World Press Freedom Day
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson April 26, 2017 Joint Statement by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, Secretary of Defense James Mattis, Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats Past efforts have failed to halt North Korea’s unlawful weapons programs and nuclear and ballistic missile tests. With each provocation, North Korea jeopardizes stability in Northeast Asia and poses a growing threat …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 27 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Democratic People Republic of Korea, Rex Tillerson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary April 6, 2017 STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON SYRIA Mar-a-Lago, Florida 9:40 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans: On Tuesday, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad launched a horrible chemical weapons attack on innocent civilians. Using a deadly nerve agent, Assad choked out the lives of helpless men, …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Statement, Syria, white house
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON April 4, 2017 Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria The United States strongly condemns the chemical weapons attack in Idlib province, the third allegation of the use of such weapons in the past month alone. There are reports of dozens dead, including many children. …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 6 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson, Syria
EXECUTIVE ORDER PROTECTING THE NATION FROM FOREIGN TERRORIST ENTRY INTO THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq., and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in our commitment to supporting women’s continued advancement in America and around …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, Women's History Month
U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 9:09 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — (applause) — and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our nation’s path …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Congress, Former President Donald Trump, U.S. Capitol
President Donald J. Trump Names General H.R. McMaster as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs President Donald J. Trump on Monday announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Herbert Raymond “H.R.” McMaster to serve as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs. General McMaster is a graduate of West Point and received a …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 21 February, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump
Rex Tillerson, a globe-trotting oil executive and engineer, is the new U.S. secretary of state and chief foreign affairs adviser to President Trump. He was confirmed February 1 as the 69th secretary of state, a position first held by Thomas Jefferson and most recently by John Kerry. Five predecessors won the Nobel Peace Prize. Secretary of …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 2 February, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump
President Donald J. Trump is determined to protect the rights of all Americans, including the LGBTQ community. President Trump continues to be respectful and supportive of LGBTQ rights, just as he was throughout the election. The President is proud to have been the first ever GOP nominee to mention the LGBTQ community in his nomination …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 31 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, LGBTi
On January 23, 2017, President Donald Trump took action to permanently withdraw the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a multinational trade agreement. The President’s memorandum regarding withdrawal of the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations and agreement stated: “It is the policy of my Administration to represent the American people and their financial …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 31 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, TPP
When President Trump arrived at the White House after being sworn in as the 45th president, he found waiting for him a letter from his predecessor, Barack Obama. In what has become a tradition as part of the peaceful transfer of power , the outgoing president leaves an encouraging note for the incoming chief executive congratulating him on taking office and offering advice. Trump …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Former President Donald Trump, presidency, white house
The Trump Administration is committed to a foreign policy focused on American interests and American national security. Peace through strength will be at the center of that foreign policy. This principle will make possible a stable, more peaceful world with less conflict and more common ground. Defeating ISIS and other radical Islamic terror groups will be our …
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By U.S. Embassy Montevideo | 29 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: America First, Former President Donald Trump