Summit talks are also held in an untouched (non-contact) era.
US President Joe Biden held bilateral talks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the 23rd (local time) by video. It was the first bilateral summit after taking office.
– President Biden emphasized that “the United States is Canada’s closest friend”, saying, “I look forward to seeing you as soon as the Corona 19 is controlled and actually meet,” before the start of the meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau. “That’s why (Prime Minister Trudeau) is my first phone call, my first bilateral talks,” he said. On January 22, two days after taking office, President Biden made the first phone call with Prime Minister Trudeau among foreign leaders.
– President Biden said, “We will discuss economic recovery from Corona 19, climate response, refugees and immigration, fight for democratic values on the international stage, and strengthen democracy in our country.” “I said.
Prime Minister Trudeau said, “Thank you. It’s great to meet you. It’s a great opportunity for us,” he said. “I have missed the leadership of the United States for years.” He also expressed friendliness by calling President Biden’Joe’. President Biden often met with Prime Minister Trudeau as vice president.
– On this day, the meeting was held by video, and it was much simpler than at the face-to-face summit.
President Biden, Vice President Camela Harris, Secretary of State, Defense, Finance Minister, and National Security Adviser at the White House sat at one table and all wore masks so that they could be caught at the camera angle. Behind President Biden, flags of the United States and Canada were erected. On the Canadian side, several flags were raised, and Prime Minister Trudeau, Deputy Prime Minister Christina Frillland, and Foreign Minister Mark Gano sat around wearing masks.
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Reporter Choi Jeong-dong
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