President Biden Joe BidenMan sentenced to nearly four years for running scam Trump, Biden PACs Dole in final column: 'Too many of us have sacrificed too much' Meadows says Trump's blood oxygen level was dangerously low when he had COVID-19 MORE this week will host the first-ever Summit for Democracy, which will focus on strengthening democracy, defending against authoritarianism, fighting corruption and promoting human rights. Biden will deliver the summit’s opening remarks on Thursday and closing remarks on Friday. The summit will launch a year of action, during which the U.S. intends to work with participating governments and nongovernmental actors to develop new pledges and initiatives that can be announced at a second Summit for Democracy next year. Taiwan is participating in the gathering, while China has condemned the U.S. for extending the invitation to Taiwan and has criticized the summit overall. During the summit, the U.S. government will announce new initiatives and commitments in areas like bolstering free and independent media fighting corruption, defending free and fair elections, strengthening democratic reformers and harnessing technology for democratic renewal.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 07, 2021 21:18 UTC