May 4th 2024.
A spokesperson for the United Nations declined to comment on US President Joe Biden's recent remarks about India, China, Russia, and Japan being "xenophobic". However, they stressed the importance of all member states upholding basic standards in the UN human rights covenants.
When asked about Biden's statement, Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq refrained from giving a direct response, stating, "I wouldn't comment on what he said, but certainly..." He went on to explain that the dictionary definition of xenophobia is the fear or hatred of foreigners, but the UN believes that all member states should treat people of all races and nationalities with respect and continue to work towards upholding these standards.
During a fundraiser event in Washington, Biden referred to India and Japan - two of his QUAD partners - as well as Russia and China - two of his adversaries - as "xenophobic" nations. He argued that unlike the United States, these countries do not welcome immigrants, which is one of the reasons for their economic struggles.
"Our economy is thriving because we welcome immigrants," Biden told his supporters. "Think about it - why are countries like China, Japan, Russia, and India struggling economically? It's because they don't want immigrants."
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre addressed Biden's comments during a press conference, where she stated that he was making a broader point. She emphasized that the president has a strong respect for allies and partners, and they are well aware of this.
While the UN declined to comment on Biden's specific words, they reaffirmed the importance of all member states upholding basic human rights standards and treating all races and nationalities with respect. As for the US president, his statement serves as a reminder of the importance of immigration and its impact on a country's economy.
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