The United States president Joe Biden on Thursday said that his country will not waiver in its support for Ukraine, adding that it will always stand up for democracies.
"The American people's support for Ukraine will not waiver," Biden said. His remarks came during the address at the US Air Force academy.
Biden, in a flag-waving commencement address in Colorado Springs, Colorado, warned graduates they will enter service in an increasingly unstable world, citing challenges from Russia and China.
Biden made clear the United States would not back down from the challenge posed by China amid deep strains in the relationship.
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"The United States does not seek conflict or confrontation with China. China and the United States should be able to work together where we can to solve some global challenges, like climate," he said.
"But we are prepared for vigorous competition," he said, adding the United States would stand up for its interests and that of its partners.
{{/usCountry}}"But we are prepared for vigorous competition," he said, adding the United States would stand up for its interests and that of its partners.
{{/usCountry}}The 80-year-old president, who is seeking re-election in 2024, stood, apparently unfazed by the thin air throughout the presentation of more than 900 diplomas, shook hands and gave sharp salutes to the blue-uniformed graduates. The Air Force Academy stands at 7,258 feet (2,212.3 meters) above sea level.