Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of Prime Minister Robert Golob of the Republic of Slovenia

On October 22, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will host Prime Minister Robert Golob of the Republic of Slovenia for a bilateral meeting at the White House. This will be their first meeting at the White House and follows conversations that helped pave the way for the largest prisoner swap since the Cold War. The leaders will have an in-depth discussion on a range of issues of mutual interest, including energy security and cooperation, a shared approach to the Western Balkans, continued robust support to Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression, and events in the Middle East. President Biden will underscore our appreciation for Prime Minister Golob's leadership to bring home Americans unjustly detained by Russia and our continued cooperation on a host of other global issues.