News from August 2023


Malaysia National Day

News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Malaysia on the occasion of your National Day on August 31.


Malaysia National Day

Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Malaysia on the occasion of your National Day on August 31.


McCaul Statement on Admin’s Announcement of First-Ever Foreign Military Financing for Taiwan

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul released a statement following the Biden administration’s announcement of the first-ever Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for Taiwan.


DOS-TGO offers new grant application process starting Aug. 31

Filling the educational gap in the fight against violent extremism in Togo: Design, Adoption, and Implementation of a dedicated Curriculum grant opened on Aug. 31.


International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances

News Release: On this International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, we stand in solidarity with those who have been subjected to the anguish of separation from their families and friends. We also extend our support to the family members, legal representatives, and human rights defenders who tirelessly champion the cause of the victims. Regrettably, these advocates often encounter severe harassment and reprisals themselves.


McCaul Statement on Admin’s Announcement of First-Ever Foreign Military Financing for Taiwan

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul released a statement following the Biden administration’s announcement of the first-ever Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for Taiwan.


Events in Gabon

News Release: The United States is deeply concerned by evolving events in Gabon. We remain strongly opposed to military seizures or unconstitutional transfers of power. We urge those responsible to release and ensure the safety of members of government and their families and to preserve civilian rule. In addition, ...


McCaul Requests Transcribed Interviews of State Department Leaders for Afghanistan Withdrawal Investigation

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul has requested transcribed interviews of key State Department officials for the committee’s investigation into the Biden administration’s chaotic and deadly withdrawal from Afghanistan. McCaul has requested transcribed interviews of the following current and former officials...


Kyrgyz Republic Independence Day

News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I warmly wish the people of the Kyrgyz Republic a joyous Kyrgyz Independence Day on August 31.