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Photo Gallery: Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany: Official Visit

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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany: Official Visit

Yesterday, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama welcomed Chancellor Angela Merkel of the Federal Republic of Germany to the White House. During the Germany Official Arrival Ceremony the President spoke of the strong alliance between our two countries:

"Today marks the first official visit and State Dinner for a European leader during my presidency. It’s only fitting. The transatlantic alliance is the cornerstone -- is the heart -- of our efforts to promote peace and prosperity around the world. And Germany -- at the heart of Europe -- is one of our strongest allies. And Chancellor Merkel is one of my closest global partners."

President Barack Obama and Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany pause as the national anthem is played during the State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, June 7, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

10:30 AM: The Vice President chairs a regular meeting of senior officials to assess progress in Iraq

11:10 AM: The President visits Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus

11:30 AM: The President delivers remarks on the importance of training and preparing our workforce to compete for manufacturing jobs across the nation

12:30 PM: The President and the Vice President meet for lunch

1:00 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney

2:25 PM: The President meets with senior advisors

3:00 PM: The President delivers remarks at an event honoring Auburn University's 2010 BCS National Championship

4:40 PM: The President meets with President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria

Indicates events that will be live streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live