Xi Jinping Schools Joe Biden On Chinese Style Democracy

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Xi Jinping Schools Joe Biden On Chinese Style Democracy

Chinese President Xi Jinping responded to US President Joe Biden’s comment on the present world order as an “inflection point” and call to choose between democratic systems of government and dictatorships or face the consequences.

HIGHLIGHTS

• China had Chinese style democracy said Xi Jinping
• Xi Jinping recently consolidated his position to remain a ruler for life
• Joe Biden hailed the US midterm elections as a win for US democracy

What Did Joe Biden Mean By Infection Point?

Biden was referring to a point where the world had to choose between democratic systems of government and dictatorships, or found the world forever changed. The comment came after Chinese President Xi Jinping consolidated his power as head of the world’s second-largest economy. His plans for becoming a ruler for life had raised concerns.

Last year, Biden asked over 100 leaders at a virtual summit, would they allow the backward slide of rights and democracy to continue unchecked. Or would they have the vision and courage to once more lead the march of human progress and human freedom forever? China termed the event divisive as it wasn’t invited to the summit.

Also, Biden hailed the US midterm elections saying that it was a win for democracy and a defeat … Read more

What Was The Darkness Joe Biden Cautioned About During His Diwali Speech?

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Joe Biden Cautioned About During His Diwali Speech

US President Joe Biden mentioned Rishi Sunak’s election as the prime minister of the United Kingdom during his Diwali speech at the White House. He said that Rishi Sunak’s elevation as the prime minister was “pretty astounding” and a “ground-breaking milestone”.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Joe Biden has the most diverse administration with Indian origin Kamala Harris as his deputy
• The president thanked the Indian community for making Diwali a part of the American culture
• He also cautioned the Americans about the darkness that was “always lurking”

Official White House Diwali Reception

During the reception, Joe Biden said that Americans were honored to light the diya surrounded by members of the most diverse administration in the history of America. It is to be noted that Joe Biden created history in 2020 by making Indian-origin Kamala Harris Vice president. She is the first Black American and South Asian American to reach this post.

Joe Biden Cautioned About During His Diwali Speech

Diwali In American Culture

Joe Biden thanked Indian Americans for making Diwali a part of the American culture. He said that the Indian community across the country contributed to every part of American life by opening homes and hearts and exchanging gifts and sweets and organizing cultural programs that bring people together.

In a White House statement … Read more

Look Who Is Attending The Funeral Of Queen Elizabeth II

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Biden Say About Queen’s Funeral

US President Joe Biden will attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in England. The longest-serving monarch in British history died on Thursday at her Scottish Highland retreat. She was 96.

HIGHLIGHTS

• The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II will take place on September 19
• US President Joe Biden is flying to attend the funeral
• Biden has yet to speak with King Charles III

When Will The Funeral Of Queen Elizabeth II Take Place?

The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II is expected to take place on September 19. She will be made to rest in peace in Westminster Abbey in London. US President Joe Biden on Friday said that he would attend the funeral.

What Did Joe Biden Say About Queen’s Funeral?

Biden Say About Queen’s Funeral

Joe Biden said that he didn’t know the details, but he would be going to attend the funeral in London. The date of the funeral is yet to be confirmed by the British royal family. He also said that he had not yet spoken to the queen’s son, King Charles III.

Joe Biden said that he knew King Charles III. He didn’t call the King. Biden had gone to Ohio to give a speech. He was speaking to the media at the Columbus International Airport … Read more

Americas Summit: Joe Biden Hopeful Of Positive Outcome Despite Open Criticism

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Joe Biden Criticized

US President Joe Biden’s Americas summit with leaders from across the hemisphere is a carefully choreographed bid to show that democracy can work. Biden welcomed the leaders in Los Angeles for the summit but faced open criticism for being selective in inviting leaders.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Joe Biden was criticized for calling Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela autocrats
• Belize, the smallest nation in hemisphere, came in open criticism of Biden
• Biden met Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro for the first time at the summit
• Biden is closing the summit on Friday

Why Was Joe Biden Criticized?

Joe Biden Criticized

Biden’s decision of excluding the leftist leaders of Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela on the grounds that they are autocrats didn’t go down well with Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador who called for a boycott of the summit.

Argentina’s center-left president, Alberto Fernandez, said dialogue was the best way to promote democracy but criticized Biden for imposing a right of admission on member countries of the continent for being the host country of the summit.

But the hardest criticism was from Belize whose representatives told Biden that not inviting all countries was “inexcusable”. They further called the US pressure campaign against Cuba a “crime against humanity.”

Belize Prime Minister John Briceno even questioned … Read more

No Terror Link Found In The US Capitol Attack

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US President Joe Biden expressed his grief over the recent US Capitol incident by saying that he and first lady Jill Biden were heartbroken due to the violent attack that killed one police officer and wounded the other.

The president offered his condolences for the slain Officer William Evans of the US Capitol Police. He also offered prayers for the well-being of the officer who’s fighting for his life.

What was the US Capitol attack?

As seen television footage, a blue sedan car crashed at a security barrier on one of the streets leading to Congress. The driver of the car jumped out of the vehicle and rushed towards the officers with a knife but he was shot dead by the officers said Acting Chief Yogananda Pittman.

The accident resulted in the death of an office and left another injured who was taken to a hospital in an air ambulance. The attack came amid heightened security after the January 6 attack by the supporters of then-president Donald Trump.

What was the motive behind the attack?

At first, it was considered a terrorist attack but Washington Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee said that he didn’t suspect any terror link in the attack. Also, no information was available about the identification of … Read more

Why Did Joe Biden Call Putin A Killer?

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US President Joe Biden had a long phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin in January after taking over the presidency from Donald Trump. Recently Biden called Putin a “killer” and warned him of strict actions.

Excerpts of Biden-Putin phone call

It was a long call but intimidating for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden said that he knew Putin and Putin knew him. Biden further said that if he established something then Putin should be ready to face repercussions. But Biden took the first step to start the agreement to continue working in the areas where both the countries have to work together.

Why did Biden call Putin “killer”?

It was during an interview to ABC News when Biden was asked about Putin’s role in poisoning Alexei Navalny and other rivals that Biden said yes, he thought Putin was a “killer”. Biden’s comments were followed by the US Commerce Department toughening export restrictions on Russia for poisoning Navalny.

What did Biden mean by saying “know the other guy”?

Joe Biden said that learned tough political lessons in his five-decade political career including Vice President of America. He said that the most important thing to deal with awful people was to “just know the other guy”.

What are the allegations against … Read more

Joe Biden Opens His Doors For Indian IT Professionals

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US President Joe Biden rescinded the three policy memos about foreign workers on visas like H-1B due. Taken by previous Trump government, the decisions put severe restrictions on the Indian IT professionals and others seeking employment in the US.

What were those decisions?

On June 17, 2020, the Trump government rescinded two prior policy memoranda by issuing a Policy Memorandum 602-0114. The policies rescinded were:

• Determining Employer-Employee Relationship for Adjudication of H-1B Petitions, Including Third-Party Site Placements issued on January 8, 2010

• Contracts and Itineraries Requirements for H-1B Petitions Involving Third-Party Worksites,” issued on February 22, 2018

On February 3, 2021, Trump government issued another Policy Memorandum 602-0142.1 to do away with PM-602-0142. This policy memo was rescission of the December 22, 2000 Guidance memo on H1B computer related positions issued on March 31, 2017.

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said that both the memos would apply to any pending or new [H-1B Petitions], including motions on and appeals of revocations and denials of H-1B classification.

What is the current stage of US visa applications?

Biden administration allowed petitioners to reopen and/or reconsider adverse decisions of the earlier policy memos by filing Form I-290B, Notice of Appeal of Motion to reverse. USCIS would charge a reopening fee.… Read more

US Witnessed Over 2,800 Incidents Of Hate Crimes From March To December Last Year

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US President Joe Biden condemned the hate crimes against the Asian-Americans and appealed to the masses to put an end to those crimes. He called those acts “vicious hate crimes” and “un-American”.

What are those hate crimes Biden talked about?

Asian Americans became the target of hate crimes with the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The democratic president decried that the Asian Americans were attacked, harassed, blamed, and scapegoated over the pandemic that originated in China. But activists blamed on the loose talks by former president Donald Trump who used to talk about “Chinese virus” to refer to coronavirus.

What did Joe Biden say about Asian-Americans?

Biden called Asian-Americans, fellow Americans, and said that they were on the front lines of the pandemic. He highlighted their efforts by saying that they tried saving lives but they were forced to live in fear for their lives and belongings. Joe Biden said that that was wrong and un-American and that must stop.

What is the data about racial discrimination?

A California State University study found that reported anti-Asian hate crimes more than doubled across 16 major US cities including New York and Los Angeles last year. They jumped from 49 in 2019 to 122 in 2020. It also maintained that racial discrimination … Read more

Joe Biden Relies Heavily On Indian-Americans

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Joe Biden is happy to appoint Indian-Americans in his administration. And he displayed his happiness about Americans of Indian descent taking to public life. It is to be noted that there are at least 55 Indian-Americans at the key leadership positions in the present American government.

What did Joe Biden say about Indian-Americans in his government?

Biden was interacting with NASA scientists when he mentioned the cooperation he’s getting from Indian-Americans including Swati Menon Guidance and Controls Operations Lead, Mars 2020, that wasn’t a political appointee.

Joe Biden appointed at least 55 Indian-Americans to his government within 50 days of being sworn in as the 46th president of the United States. And these Indians don’t include Vice President Kamala Harris and Neera Tanden who withdrew her name from a cabinet post due to stiff opposition from the Republicans.

What is the position of Indian-Americans in US politics?

Indian-Americans are getting higher positions in United States. It started with Obama government that started inducting Indian-Americans to high positions. Joe Biden has continued to patronize the Indian-American community. But it was Donald Trump that appointed the first ever Indian-American in the National Security Council with a cabinet rank.

What is the response of Indian-American community to Biden’s remarks?

Eminent Indian-American philanthropist and … Read more

How Joe Biden Failed In Neera Tanden’s Case?

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oe Biden accepting Neera Tanden’s request to withdraw her name for Director of the Office of Management and Budget is seen as the first cabinet defeat for the US president in an evenly divided Senate.

Reason behind Neera Tanden’s withdrawal

The lawmakers from both the sides were clear on opposing Neera Tanden’s nomination for the said post because her unfriendly nature towards lawmakers. She was alleged to disparage the lawmakers in her earlier tweets.

What does Tanden’s defeat means for Biden?

Joe Biden has to work to keep his flock of lawmakers together for every piece of legislation as the chamber is deadlocked at 50-50. It means that if he loses confidence of are single Democrat, he would have to face more embarrassing situations in his four-year term.

In Tanden’s case, it was Democrat, Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia, who clearly signaled that he won’t vote for Neera Tanden. He displayed the power of one Democrat in the Senate.

What is next for Biden?

Joe Biden should be ready to face another litmus test when he presents the $1.9 trillion Covid relief package. The Senate will vote on the bill but the Republican community is opposed to the bill. The only for Biden to clear the bill is to … Read more