News from June 2023
Deputy Secretary for Management & Resources Verma’s Meeting with Seychellois President Ramkalawan
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
During a meeting today in Victoria, Deputy Secretary of State for Management & Resources Richard Verma and President Wavel Ramkalawan discussed increasing bilateral cooperation on a number of shared priorities, including maritime security, climate change, and anti-corruption.
U.S. Measures in Response to the Crisis in Sudan
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
As directed by the President in his May 4 Executive Order, today we are holding accountable the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and entities under their control for actions that threaten the peace, security, and stability of Sudan.
Opening of the U.S. Embassy in Victoria, Seychelles
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
Today the United States re-opened its embassy in Victoria, Seychelles, marking a return to a full-time diplomatic presence after 27 years.
Seychelles Embassy Opening
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
Thank you very much. Mr. President, Ambassador, Vice President Speaker of the National Assembly, , and the Chief Justice and Ministers, the leader of government, businesses, the National Assembly, leader of the opposition, members of the diplomatic corps, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon.
On the Unrest in Senegal
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
As a strong friend and partner to Senegal, the United States is troubled and saddened by the violence and damage we have witnessed in many parts of the country.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Senegalese President Sall
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mekonnen
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Joint Statement Following the Ministerial Meeting of the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states.
Public Launch of Sudan Conflict Observatory Monitoring Platform
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
As the United States and our partners continue intense diplomatic efforts to end the fighting in Sudan, facilitate humanitarian assistance, and support the aspirations of the Sudanese people for a civilian government, we are monitoring the activities of the warring parties.
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Summit
By State Newswire Report | Jun 15, 2023
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.
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 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
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.