WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden will speak at a virtual meeting of the worlds major economies on Friday to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and global vaccination distribution, according to the White House.
Biden is expected to speak about the need for a global response to the pandemic and to recommit the U.S. to multilateral engagement, a stark contrast from President Donald Trump, who developed an isolationist foreign policy that saw the U.S. withdraw from major global agreements and alliances. Since entering office, Biden has reversed many of Trumps isolationist moves, including by rejoining the World Health Organization.
During his appearance at the G-7 meeting Friday, Biden will emphasize the need for global coordination on vaccine production, distribution and supplies, as well as global efforts to prepare for and protect against future pandemics. And he’ll speak about the need for industrialized nations to ensure their economic recovery is inclusive and benefits all workers,…