Wed Jan 08 00:42:00 UTC 2025: ## Harris to Embark on Farewell International Trip Before Leaving Office
**Washington, January 8, 2025** – Vice President Kamala Harris will conclude her term with a five-day international trip, visiting Singapore, Bahrain, and Germany from January 13th to 17th. This final foreign policy engagement before the inauguration of President Donald Trump will see Harris thanking U.S. service members stationed in these locations, a priority throughout her tenure. Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff will accompany her.
The trip is fueling speculation about Harris’s post-vice presidency plans. While she hasn’t announced future endeavors, the extensive international travel suggests a continued interest in global affairs. A potential gubernatorial run in California is also being discussed.
Harris’s itinerary includes visits to Changi Naval Base in Singapore (focusing on Indo-Pacific issues and China’s influence), the headquarters of the U.S. 5th Fleet in Bahrain (addressing regional security concerns, including Iran and Yemen), and Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany (highlighting NATO’s role in deterring Russia). Bahrain will mark her 22nd country visited as Vice President.
Deputy National Security Advisor Dean Lieberman stated that Harris remains committed to a strong U.S. global leadership role, believing it benefits American security and prosperity. This sentiment will be reiterated throughout the trip.
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