News from April 2023
On Special Representative for International Labor Affairs Rodriguez’s Participation at the 347th Session of the International Labor Organization Governing Body in Geneva, Switzerland
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Special Representative for International Labor Affairs Kelly Fay Rodriguez engaged in deliberations at the 347th Session of the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) Governing Body, including delivering U.S. position statements for the U.S. delegation led by the Department of Labor. The U.S. delegation ...
The Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations Announces New Industry Advisory Group Appointment
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations’ (OBO) Industry Advisory Group (IAG) has advised OBO on the building industry’s latest concepts, methods, best practices, innovations, and ideas related to its mission to provide safe, secure, functional, and resilient facilities for the U.S. government since its founding in 2001.
Special Envoy and Coordinator for the Global Engagement Center Rubin’s Travel to Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Albania
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: Special Envoy and Coordinator for the Global Engagement Center James P. Rubin will travel from April 10-14 to Podgorica, Montenegro; Skopje, North Macedonia; and Tirana, Albania.
Renewal of the Charter for the Shipping Coordinating Committee
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Department of State renewed the Charter of the Shipping Coordinating Committee this month for another two years. Established in 1958, the Committee provides a forum for members of government and the public - including private citizens, members of the maritime shipping industry, non-governmental organizations, ...
On Special Representative for International Labor Affairs Rodriguez’s Participation at the 347th Session of the International Labor Organization Governing Body in Geneva, Switzerland
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: Special Representative for International Labor Affairs Kelly Fay Rodriguez engaged in deliberations at the 347th Session of the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) Governing Body, including delivering U.S. position statements for the U.S. delegation led by the Department of Labor. The U.S. delegation...
U.S. Government Mobilizing Partnership Opportunities in Ukraine
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The Department of State, USAID, and the Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Government of Ukraine and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will host the U.S.-Ukraine Partnership Forum () on April 13 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Great Hall. The event will convene representatives and stakeholders ...
Risch, Coons Call for the Release of Ekpar Asat
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Chris Coons (D-Del.) released the following statement on the seventh anniversary of Ekpar Asat’s detention by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP):
Joint Statement on the United States-Kyrgyz Republic Annual Bilateral Consultations
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Kyrgyz Republic on the occasion of United States-Kyrgyz Republic Annual Bilateral Consultations (ABCs) in Washington.
U.S. Government Mobilizing Partnership Opportunities in Ukraine
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Department of State, USAID, and the Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Government of Ukraine and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will host the U.S.-Ukraine Partnership Forum () on April 13 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Great Hall. The event will convene representatives and stakeholders ...
Terrorist Attacks in Tel Aviv and the West Bank
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The United States strongly condemns today’s terrorist attacks in the West Bank and Tel Aviv. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims’ families and loved ones, and wish a full recovery to the injured. The three horrific attacks today, in which three were killed and at least eight others wounded,...
Joint Statement on the United States-Kyrgyz Republic Annual Bilateral Consultations
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Kyrgyz Republic on the occasion of United States-Kyrgyz Republic Annual Bilateral Consultations (ABCs) in Washington.
Remarks for Kwibuka 29
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: Good morning. It is an honor and a privilege to join you today to commemorate Kwibuka 29. Thank you to Ambassador Mukantabana for inviting me.
To Walk the Earth in Safety: New Report Showcases U.S. Global Leadership in Conventional Weapons Destruction and Landmine Clearance
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: On April 4, 2023, the Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs released the 22nd Edition of To Walk the Earth in Safety, an illustrated report summarizing the accomplishments of the U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction (CWD) Program in fiscal year 2022.
Terrorist Attacks in Tel Aviv and the West Bank
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The United States strongly condemns today’s terrorist attacks in the West Bank and Tel Aviv. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims’ families and loved ones, and wish a full recovery to the injured. The three horrific attacks today, in which three were killed and at least eight others wounded, ...
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Ivoirian Prime Minister Achi
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.
After Action Review on Afghanistan
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: In December of 2021, I asked Ambassador Dan Smith to lead an After Action Review of the Department of State’s execution of its duties related to ending the U.S. military mission in Afghanistan. The After Action Review covers the period from January 2020 to the end of August 2021 and the completion of...
Joint Statement by the United States, the Republic of Korea, and Japan Special Representatives for the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The following text is a joint statement by the U.S. Special Representative for the DPRK Sung Kim, the Republic of Korea (ROK) Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Peace and Security Affairs Kim Gunn, and Japanese Director-General of the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau Funakoshi Takehiro, following a trilateral meeting on April 7, 2023, in Seoul.
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Ivoirian Prime Minister Achi
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel
Renewal of the Charter for the Shipping Coordinating Committee
By State Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: The Department of State renewed the Charter of the Shipping Coordinating Committee this month for another two years. Established in 1958, the Committee provides a forum for members of government and the public - including private citizens, members of the maritime shipping industry, non-governmental organizations,...
International Roma Day
By State Newswire | Apr 9, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States, I extend best wishes to Roma everywhere on this annual commemorative day when we celebrate the rich culture, language, and heritage of Roma globally, including the generations of Romani Americans.