Biden declares US is winning global competition in final foreign policy speech

In his final foreign policy speech on January 13, 2025, President Joe Biden claimed the U.S. is "winning the worldwide competition," stating that rivals are weaker than four years ago. He emphasized stronger alliances and support for Ukraine amid ongoing global challenges. Biden highlighted the strength of NATO partnerships and criticized adversaries like Russia and China. He defended his administration's approach to international relations, asserting that the U.S. would remain the dominant superpower and that China would not surpass it. The president also addressed the withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it the right decision. He urged the incoming administration to continue his green energy policies, contrasting them with the previous administration's stance on climate change.