NSC 45 Archived

(3/3) "Our soldiers sailors airmen marines guardians & coast-guardsman, including our reservists and national guardsmen, are the backbone of our national security. These men and women have our heartfelt appreciation for their service." –NSA Robert C. O’Brien

(2/3) “I am grateful to my Department of State and National Security Council colleagues for their tireless work for our nation & support of my missions.” –NSA Robert C. O’Brien

(1/3) "It has been my great honor to serve the American people since 2018 as Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs & as National Security Advisor." –NSA Robert C. O'Brien

The Nord Stream 2 pipeline would increase Europe’s dependence on Russian gas and Russia's leverage over Central Europe. Today, @StateDept imposed sanctions on KVT-RUS for providing a vessel engaged in pipe-laying & identified the vessel as blocked property.go.usa.gov/xAvTZ

I have determined that the People’s Republic of China is committing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang, China, targeting Uyghur Muslims and members of other ethnic and religious minority groups.

Today we honor King Mohammed VI of Morocco. We applaud his role in advancing the deep and enduring partnership between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States across all domains. whitehouse.gov/briefings-stat…

(2/2) “This plan will ensure we are equipped to work with industry and international partners to continue the development, deployment and management of a secure and reliable 5G communications infrastructure.” –NSA Robert O’Brien

(1/2) “I’m pleased to announce the finalization of the National Strategy to Secure 5G Implementation Plan, which represents the culmination of a robust interagency development process. whitehouse.gov/briefings-stat…

“The declassification of the Framework today demonstrates, with transparency, America’s strategic commitments to the Indo-Pacific and to our allies and partners in the region.” -- NSA Robert C. O’Brien whitehouse.gov/briefings-stat…

Today’s Executive Order on small modular reactors will further revitalize the U.S. nuclear energy sector, reinvigorate America's space exploration program, and develop diverse energy options for national defense needs. whitehouse.gov/presidential-a…

“The world cannot continue to pay heavy prices for its naiveté and complicity in Beijing’s irresponsible and harmful practices – whether it is ending the rule of law in Hong Kong or not cooperating with health officials on the pandemic.” NSA O’Brien whitehouse.gov/briefings-stat…

(2/2) "The men and women of law enforcement all over this great country risk their lives every day for our Republic and our way of life. They deserve our nation’s profound gratitude.”- NSA Robert C. O’Brien

(1/2) “My prayers are with the families of Capitol Police Officers Howard Liebengood and Brian D. Sicknick, who lost their lives defending the U.S. Congress.

”Great phone call yesterday with British Foreign Secretary @DominicRaab to discuss key defense and geopolitical issues. Also an opportunity to highlight the special relationship and enduring ties between the U.S.-UK.” - NSA Robert O’Brien

“Violence has absolutely no place in our democracy. I applaud the men and women of law enforcement and the National Guard, who are working to restore order and protect our institutions. Our country is better than what we saw today at our Capitol.”- NSA Robert C. O’Brien

“Thanks to the impressive men and women of @SOUTHCOM, the U.S. was able rapidly to provide robust COVID-19 and hurricane relief throughout Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Your dedication to your country and the region is truly impressive.” – NSA Robert O’Brien

NSA O’Brien met with @Southcom Commander ADM Craig Faller today to discuss the importance of Latin America and the Caribbean, ongoing regional missions, counter-narcotics operations, promoting democracy, and outcompeting America’s adversaries.

The continuing activity of the PRC & #CCP to steal Americans’ personal data is a clear attempt to advance China’s economic & national security agenda at our expense. In signing today’s Executive Order, @realDonaldTrump is protecting U.S. consumers’ data & U.S. national security.

A united Gulf is critical to the prosperity and security of the region. We stand with our GCC partners as they move into a new era of cooperation. (2/2)

The United States commends the Gulf Cooperation Council and the leaders of Saudi Arabia and Qatar for taking bold steps today to resolve the Gulf rift. (1/2)