Biden Defends Foreign Policy in Farewell Address

In his farewell foreign policy address, President Joe Biden asserted that the United States is now stronger and more secure than it was four years ago, highlighting revitalized global partnerships and a successful coalition against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. He claimed that adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran are weaker, and emphasized that NATO allies have significantly increased their defense spending. Biden recounted his visit to Kyiv as a demonstration of U.S. support for Ukraine, contrasting it with Russian President Putin's failed attempts to quickly conquer the capital. He pointed out that the U.S. has maintained its global leadership without engaging in new wars. As he prepares to leave office, Biden expressed hope that the next administration would continue unifying efforts against global authoritarianism. His remarks come amid ongoing global conflicts, including the war in Gaza and instability in Syria and Sudan.