As we already know, Biden served as the Vice President to Obama. Biden played an active role and served his duties with utmost efficiency. Apart from being an influential advisor to Obama, Biden was also entrusted with many notable assignments including shaping the U.S. policy for Iraq.
Biden was an integral part of the holistic development of America. During his term, he made 16 overseas trips in the Americas. This includes four trips each to Brazil and Mexico, and three each to Canada, Colombia, and Guatemala. It was Biden who launched and chaired the U.S. – Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue. This initiative improved trade, investment, and border infrastructure between the two countries.
He also worked with the governments of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to create the Alliance for Prosperity Plan for the Northern Triangle of Central America. He also raised funds for the region.
It was Biden who led efforts to pass the United States – Russia New START treaty for the reduction of nuclear arms. He supported closer economic ties with Russia. He led the Gun Violence Task Force following the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. He also supported the NATO-led military intervention in Libya in 2011. Biden’s role was crucial in solving many budget crises as well.
Biden’s efforts and efficiency did not go unnoticed. Both Obama and Biden were re-elected in 2012. In January 2017, Obama awarded Biden the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Obama referred to him as ‘my brother’ while presenting the rarely given honour!
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