Joe Biden Blames Xenophobia for Economic Stagnation in China, India, and Japan

US President Joe Biden has sparked controversy with his recent comments on the economic growth of China, India, and Japan. During a fundraising event for his 2024 re-election campaign, Biden accused these countries of being “xenophobic” and suggested that their reluctance to welcome immigrants is hindering their economic progress.

Biden emphasized the importance of immigration to the United States’ economy, stating, “One of the reasons why our economy’s growing is because we welcome immigrants.” He pointed to the success of the US economy as evidence of the benefits of immigration.

The President’s remarks come at a time when the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecasted a slowdown in economic growth for these countries in 2024. While the US is expected to see a modest growth of 2.7%, countries like Japan and India are projected to experience more significant deceleration.

Migration and immigration have been key issues in the upcoming US presidential election, with polls showing that many voters are concerned about these topics. Biden has criticized his Republican opponent, Donald Trump, for his stance on migration, highlighting his administration’s focus on building relationships with countries like Japan and India while countering global powers like China and Russia.

As the debate on immigration continues to be a hot topic in the US, Biden’s comments have reignited discussions on the role of immigrants in driving economic growth and prosperity.