News from June 2023
Italy National Day
By State Newswire | Jun 3, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Italy on the occasion of your Republic Day, marking the historic referendum that ushered in a new era of democracy and freedom for Italy.
The Launch of the United States–Mongolia–Republic of Korea Trilateral Meeting
By State Newswire | Jun 3, 2023
News Release: In order to promote and strengthen shared values and common interests, the Governments of Mongolia, the Republic of Korea, and the United States held their first trilateral meeting in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on May 30, 2023.
Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs Russo Travels to Honolulu, Fiji, and New Zealand
By State Newswire | Jun 3, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs William Russo will travel to Honolulu, Fiji, and New Zealand from June 2 to 10, 2023. This trip, his first as Assistant Secretary, highlights the importance of our partnerships across the Pacific and of public affairs and public diplomacy to that partnership.
Designation of Arvan Cloud and Affiliates That Have Aided Internet Censorship in Iran
By State Newswire | Jun 3, 2023
Release: Today, the United States is announcing additional sanctions in our effort to support the human rights and fundamental freedoms of the Iranian people, including the freedom of expression both online and offline including the freedom to access information via the Internet.
U.S. Support of Amy E. Pope’s Campaign for Director General of the International Organization for Migration
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
On May 15, member states of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will elect IOM’s next Director General in Geneva.
The Election of Amy E. Pope as Director General of the International Organization for Migration
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Congratulations to Amy E. Pope on her historic win to serve as the next Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
Joint Statement on Spain Joining the Global Equality Fund
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The text of the following joint statement was issued by the Governments of the United States and Spain on the occasion of Spain joining the Global Equality Fund:
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares at a Joint Press Availability
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Well, good afternoon, everyone. It’s really wonderful to have my friend, the foreign minister, back at the State Department. José Manuel, welcome. It’s very good to have you.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with European Council President Michel
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Assistant Secretary Noyes Travels to Geneva and Mexico City
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to Geneva, Switzerland from May 12 – 17 and Mexico City, Mexico from May 17 – 19.
U.S. Delegation on Atrocity Prevention and Response Travels to Denmark and Germany
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Assistant Secretary of State for Conflict and Stabilization Operations Anne A. Witkowsky will lead a delegation composed of Special Assistant to the President and National Security Council Senior Director for Development, Global Health, and Humanitarian Response Paula Tufro;
United States Supports Education and Training of Next Generation Advanced Civil Nuclear Workforce through Launch of Small Modular Reactor Control Room Simulator in Romania
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Today, U.S. Ambassador to Romania Kathleen Kavalec and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Ann Ganzer joined Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă, Minister of Energy Virgil Popescu, Politechnica University Rector Mihnea Costoiu, and industry executives to officially launch the first NuScale Energy Exploration (E2) Center outside the United States at University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Special Envoy Fowler Travels to Rome and Prague
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Department of State Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler will travel to Rome, Italy, May 13-21 to advance U.S. global food security priorities in support of building climate-resilient and nutritious food systems in Africa. Afterward, he will travel to Prague, Czech Republic, May 22-24 to highlight the importance of healthy soils as a way for building sustainable agricultural production and reducing food insecurity.
Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Verma’s Travel to Poland, Moldova, and Romania
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Richard Verma will travel to Poland, Moldova, and Romania May 14-20.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Moroccan Foreign Minister Bourita
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Atrocity Crimes Advisory Group Leadership Forum
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
I’m grateful to Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro and the Polish Government for hosting this Leadership Forum, and to our UK and EU colleagues for their partnership over the last year to set up the Atrocity Crimes Advisory Group.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Albania
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of conscience and religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Serbia
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution guarantees freedom of belief and religion, including the right to change one’s religion; forbids the establishment of a state religion; guarantees equality for all religious groups; and prohibits incitement of religious hatred.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Monaco
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and its public expression and prohibits compelling participation in religious ceremonies.