The Vice President's 2013 Asia Trip
Japan, China and the Republic of Korea
The Vice President is on a six-day trip to Japan, China and the Republic of Korea — starting in Tokyo, Japan. In each country, the Vice President will meet with key leaders to discuss a full range of bilateral, regional and global issues. The trip will reaffirm our enduring presence as a Pacific power, promote our economic and trade interests, and underscore our commitment to rebalancing U.S. foreign policy towards the Asia-Pacific.
Photos of the Trip
December 3, 2013
Tokyo, Japan
Vice President Joe Biden walks with Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso, at the U.S. Ambassador's residence, in Tokyo, Japan, Dec. 3, 2013. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)
December 5, 2013
Beijing, China
Vice President Joe Biden and Chinese Vice President Li Yuanchao greet members of "The Children and Young Women Chorus of the China Symphony Orchestra", after they performed during a bilateral luncheon, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, in Beijing China, December 5, 2013. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)
December 5, 2013
Beijing, China
Vice President Joe Biden, granddaughter Finnegan Biden, Dylan Locke, U.S. Ambassador Gary Locke, Mona Locke, and Hunter Biden sample tea during a traditional tea tasting ceremony, at Liu Xian Guan Teahouse in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, China, December 5, 2013. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)
December 6, 2013
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Vice President Joe Biden shakes hands with President Park Geun-Hye, after their working lunch at the Blue House, in Seoul, Republic of Korea, December 6, 2013. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)
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Video of the Trip
Trip Wrap Up
On Board: Travels with the Vice President in Asia
Welcome On Board with the Vice President of the United States. Vice President Biden embarked on a six day diplomatic trip to Asia stopping in Japan, China and the Republic of Korea.
December 6, 2013
Vice President Biden Speaks on U.S.-Korea Relations and the Asia Pacific
At Yonsei University in Seoul, Vice President Biden speaks about the United States and the Republic of Korea's enduring friendship as well as their economic and security partnership in the Asia Pacific.
December 5, 2013
Vice President Biden Delivers Remarks on U.S.-China Business Relations
Vice President Biden's full remarks at a breakfast with the American Chamber of Commerce in Beijing and the U.S.-China Business Council.
December 3, 2013
Joint Statement to the Press with Vice President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Vice President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe give joint statements to the press after their bilateral meeting in Tokyo, Japan.
December 2, 2013
Previewing Vice President Biden's Trip to Asia
Jake Sullivan, the Vice President's National Security Advisor, previews the upcoming trip to Asia.
Trip Schedule
MONDAY
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Vice President Biden arrives in Tokyo, Japan.
TUESDAY
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Vice President Biden meets with Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso and members of the Diet at the Ambassador’s Residence.
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Vice President Biden is joined by Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues Cathy Russell and visits an internet company focused on social network development, e-commerce and other web services. The Vice President tours their facilities and meets with women working there to discuss their role in the Japanese economy and the challenges they face in the workplace, before holding a roundtable discussion.
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In the afternoon, Vice President Biden meets with Crown Prince Naruhito and holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
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Then, Vice President Biden makes a joint press statement with Prime Minister Abe.
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In the evening, the Vice President will attend a working dinner with Prime Minister Abe.
WEDNESDAY
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Vice President Biden arrives in Beijing, China.
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Later, Vice President Biden attends a welcome ceremony with Vice President Li Yuanchao followed by a bilateral meeting.
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Then, the Vice President holds a bilateral meeting with President Xi Jinping of China.
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In the evening, the Vice President will attend a dinner hosted by President Xi.
THURSDAY
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In the morning, Vice President Biden delivers remarks at a breakfast with the American Chamber of Commerce in Beijing and the U.S.-China Business Council at the St. Regis Hotel.
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Later in the morning, Vice President Biden holds a bilateral meeting with Premier Li Keqiang of China.
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Afterwards, he will attend a lunch hosted by Vice President Li Yuanchao of China.
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Later in the afternoon, Vice President Biden departs Beijing and arrives in Seoul, Republic of Korea.
FRIDAY
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In the morning, Vice President Biden attends a bilateral meeting with President Park of the Republic of Korea.
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Later, he gives a speech on U.S.-Korea Relations and the U.S. policy towards the Asia-Pacific at Yonsei University.
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Then, he holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Chung Hongwon of the Republic of Korea.
SATURDAY
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In the morning, Vice President Biden participates in a wreath-laying at the War Memorial of Korea.
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In the afternoon, Vice President Biden visits the demilitarized zone.
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In the evening, Vice President Biden departs Seoul en route Washington, DC.
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