State Newswire News
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
U.S. Relationship with the Indian Ocean Rim Association and Commitment to the Indian Ocean Region
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: U.S.-IORA Relationship. Established in 1999, the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is a leading intergovernmental organization in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). As a Dialogue Partner with IORA since November 2012, the United States has had a lengthy and productive relationship with the organization, ...
Department of State Celebrates Groundbreaking of New U.S. Embassy in Port Louis, Mauritius
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: As a demonstration of the enduring commitment to strengthening the relationship between the United States, Mauritius and the region, Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma and U.S. Ambassador to Mauritius Henry Jardine, with representatives...
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson at a Joint Press Availability
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: PRIME MINISTER KRISTERSSON: Okay. Most welcome to this press conference, and most welcome to Luleå, Secretary Blinken.
Croatia Statehood Day
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to the people of Croatia as you celebrate your Statehood Day.
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian President Roopun
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Azerbaijan
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: Department of State Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Baku, Azerbaijan, May 30 - June 2. While there, he will participate in the 28th annual Baku Energy Week, which consists of the International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition, the Caspian International ...
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson at a Joint Press Availability
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: PRIME MINISTER KRISTERSSON: Okay. Most welcome to this press conference, and most welcome to Luleå, Secretary Blinken.
Remarks by Ambassador Beth Van Schaack for the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, Colombia: "Delivering Justice and Accountability in Colombia"
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: It is a privilege to be here today, standing beside President Roberto Vidal. The Special Jurisdiction for Peace’s (JEP) commitment to delivering justice and accountability in complex cases arising out of Colombia’s decades of conflict is inspiring and sets an example for the world.
Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern Kosovo
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: We call on all parties to take immediate actions to de-escalate tensions. The United States condemns the unacceptable violence yesterday against NATO-led KFOR troops, law enforcement, and journalists.
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer Travels to Djibouti and Ethiopia
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Ambassador Mike Hammer will travel May 31 - June 6 to Djibouti and Ethiopia. In Djibouti, Ambassador Hammer will participate in the East Africa Security Forum hosted by the United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) and the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of...
On the Enactment of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
Release: The United States is deeply troubled by Uganda’s passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act, a law that undermines the human rights, prosperity, and welfare of all Ugandans. Uganda’s failure to safeguard the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons is part of a broader degradation of human rights protections that puts Ugandan citizens at risk and damages the country’s reputation as a destination for investment, development, tourism, and refugees.
The United States and Sweden: A Strong Partnership for the Transatlantic Region and the World
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
News Release: The shared history between the United States and Sweden goes back 240 years ago, when our two countries signed the Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Sweden became the first country outside of the combatants in the Revolutionary War to formally recognize the United States as an independent country. Our common values continue to advance strong, successful, and increasingly sustainable societies in both our countries and around the world.
The United States and Sweden: A Strong Partnership for the Transatlantic Region and the World
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
Release: The shared history between the United States and Sweden goes back 240 years ago, when our two countries signed the Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Sweden became the first country outside of the combatants in the Revolutionary War to formally recognize the United States as an independent country. Our common values continue to advance strong, successful, and increasingly sustainable societies in both our countries and around the world.
McCaul Presses State Department to Give All Committee Members Access to Afghanistan Dissent Channel Cable and Response
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - Chairman Michael McCaul is once again reiterating that all House Foreign Affairs Committee Members must be granted access to the July 2021 Dissent Channel cable as well as the State Department’s official response in order to satisfy the March 28th subpoena he issued. Chairman McCaul...
Troika and EU Response to African Union Communiqué of 27 May
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
Release: Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union [the Troika plus EU] welcome the African Union (AU) Communiqué of 27 May following the Heads of State and Government Peace & Security Council meeting on Sudan. We agree with the AU’s condemnation of the actions of the two...
Concerns Over Potential use of New Polish Legislation to Target Opposition
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
News Release: The U.S. Government is concerned by the Polish government’s passage of new legislation that could be misused to interfere with Poland’s free and fair elections. We share the concerns expressed by many observers that this law to create a commission to investigate Russian influence could be used to block ...
On the Enactment of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
Release: The United States is deeply troubled by Uganda’s passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act, a law that undermines the human rights, prosperity, and welfare of all Ugandans. Uganda’s failure to safeguard the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons is part of a broader degradation of human rights protections that puts Ugandan citizens at risk and damages the country’s reputation as a destination for investment, development, tourism, and refugees.
Troika and EU Response to African Union Communiqué of 27 May
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
News Release: Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union [the Troika plus EU] welcome the African Union (AU) Communiqué of 27 May following the Heads of State and Government Peace & Security Council meeting on Sudan. We agree with the AU’s condemnation of the actions of the two ...
McCaul Presses State Department to Give All Committee Members Access to Afghanistan Dissent Channel Cable and Response
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - Chairman Michael McCaul is once again reiterating that all House Foreign Affairs Committee Members must be granted access to the July 2021 Dissent Channel cable as well as the State Department’s official response in order to satisfy the March 28th subpoena he issued. Chairman McCaul...