Statement by President Obama on the Retirement of Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns
The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
April 11, 2014
Since I met Bill in Moscow in 2005, I have admired his skill and precision. Since I took office, I have relied on him for candid advice and sensitive diplomatic missions he has been a skilled advisor, consummate diplomat, and inspiration to generations of public servants. Given his vital role on our leading priorities, earlier this year I asked him to delay his retirement, and Im grateful to him and Lisa for doing so. The country is stronger for Bills service.
Click HERE for a photo of President Barack Obama meeting with William Bill Burns, Deputy Secretary of State, for lunch in the Oval Office Private Dining Room, Feb. 18, 2014. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
Legal Disclaimer:
EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
