State Newswire News
DOS-MEX grant application closes on Aug. 16
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Enhance the Quality of Treatment Services through Training Treatment Providers Workforce grant opened on June 15.
Secretary of State Blinken to Release the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will release the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP Report) on Thursday, June 15, at 11:00 a.m. ET in the Dean Acheson Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State and will be joined by Cindy Dyer, Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons.
HFAC Markup Announcement on Various Measures
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul announced the full committee will hold a markup to consider various measures regarding security assistance to Ukraine, countering Iran’s malign activities, combating adversarial aggression with the national security tools provided by Congress, and furthering international civil rights on Wednesday, June 21st.
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Summit
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Release: The United States warmly congratulates Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh on his election as chairman of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) during the IGAD Summit held in Djibouti June 12. The United States also welcomes the extension of IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu’s tenure.
HFAC Markup Announcement on Various Measures
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul announced the full committee will hold a markup to consider various measures regarding security assistance to Ukraine, countering Iran’s malign activities, combating adversarial aggression with the national security tools provided by Congress, and furthering international civil rights on Wednesday, June 21st.
DOS-MEX offers new grant application process starting June 15
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Increase capacity for toxicological testing to identify threats to public health from synthetic drugs grant opened on June 15.
McCaul Criticizes Admin China Policy Ahead of Blinken Talks With CCP
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul issued the following statement expressing deep concerns regarding the Biden administration’s China policy ahead of Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s upcoming talks with Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials in Beijing. This...
Welcoming Proceedings at the International Court of Justice to Hold the Syrian Regime Accountable
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Release: The United States welcomes Canada and the Netherlands’ decision to initiate legal proceedings at the International Court of Justice to hold Syria accountable for the reported torture of thousands of individuals at the hands of the Assad regime. For over twelve years, the Assad regime has been responsible for innumerable atrocities, including those involving killings, torture, enforced disappearance, the use of chemical weapons, and other inhumane acts.
Welcoming Proceedings at the International Court of Justice to Hold the Syrian Regime Accountable
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: The United States welcomes Canada and the Netherlands’ decision to initiate legal proceedings at the International Court of Justice to hold Syria accountable for the reported torture of thousands of individuals at the hands of the Assad regime. For over twelve years, the Assad regime has been responsible for innumerable atrocities, including those involving killings, torture, enforced disappearance, the use of chemical weapons, and other inhumane acts.
Secretary of State Blinken Phone Call with PRC State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
DOS-TGO offers new grant application process starting June 15
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Filling the educational gap in the fight against violent extremism in Togo: Design, Adoption, and Implementation of a dedicated Curriculum. grant opened on June 15.
Secretary Blinken’s Trip to the People’s Republic of China and the United Kingdom
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Release: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Beijing, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and London, the United Kingdom, June 16-21.
Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya Travels to Belgium
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Release: Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Brussels June 15-16, 2023. During this trip, she will represent the United States at the European Union (EU)-hosted Brussels Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region, which aims to mobilize ...
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara’s Travel to New York
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Release: Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara will travel to New York City June 14, where she will observe the Conference of States Parties (COSP) to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Special Advisor Minkara will provide an intervention that Ambassador...
DOS-MEX grant application closes on Aug. 15
By State Newswire | Jun 15, 2023
Wastewater-based surveillance system of illicit drug consumption in Mexico grant opened on June 15.
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Lenderking’s Travel to Saudi Arabia
By State Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
News Release: U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking traveled to Saudi Arabia on June 12 to advance efforts to further expand the continuing benefits of the truce and launch a comprehensive peace process.
POSTPONED: Subcommittee Hearing Announcement: “Achieving Peace through Strength in the Indo-Pacific: Examining the FY24 Budget Priorities”
By State Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - The State Department has told the committee they need to postpone their appearance before the Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific’s scheduled hearing entitled “Achieving Peace through Strength in the Indo-Pacific: Examining the FY24 Budget Priorities" to a future date soon.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the U.S.-India Business Council’s India Ideas Summit
By State Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you, everyone. (Applause.) Please - thank you, thank you very much. (Applause.) Please, take a seat. I have to say I’ve never really gotten used to people standing up when I enter a room. I always say look, if you really need the exercise, go ahead. And I’m honored to be here tonight as Scott Nathan’s opening act. I know you’re looking forward to hearing from Scott.
DOS-EAP grant application closes on July 15
By State Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
Indo-Pacific Infrastructure Mapping Project grant opened on June 14.
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Summit
By State Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
News Release: The United States warmly congratulates Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh on his election as chairman of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) during the IGAD Summit held in Djibouti June 12. The United States also welcomes the extension of IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu’s tenure.