News from May 2023
Cameroon National Day
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest wishes to the people of Cameroon on the occasion of National Day on May 20. The United States and Cameroon cooperate in several areas to include health, regional security, humanitarian assistance, and environmental protection. The United States looks forward to continued partnership with Cameroon to advance peace and prosperity for all Cameroonians.
The Fifth Special Session of the Conference of the States Parties to Review Operation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: Upon the completion of the Fifth Review Conference of the Chemical Weapons Convention, the United States reiterates its unwavering commitment to achieving a world free of chemical weapons. We commend the constructive efforts of a wide range of States Parties and their commitment to seeking a consensual...
Over 1,500 Political Prisoners in Belarus
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: On the eve of the Day of Solidarity with Belarusian Political Prisoners, we condemn the Lukashenka regime in Belarus for unjustly holding over 1,500 political prisoners.
Memorandum of Cooperation in Education Signed Between the United States and Japan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
News Release: The U.S. Department of State and Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) have concluded a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of education. Following the signing of the memorandum by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and MEXT Minister Nagaoka Keiko at an event ...
The Fifth Special Session of the Conference of the States Parties to Review Operation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: Upon the completion of the Fifth Review Conference of the Chemical Weapons Convention, the United States reiterates its unwavering commitment to achieving a world free of chemical weapons. We commend the constructive efforts of a wide range of States Parties and their commitment to seeking a consensual ...
Memorandum of Cooperation in Education Signed Between the United States and Japan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: The U.S. Department of State and Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) have concluded a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of education. Following the signing of the memorandum by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and MEXT Minister Nagaoka Keiko at an event...
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: Begin text: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed an Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements. The short-term ceasefire,...
Over 1,500 Political Prisoners in Belarus
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
News Release: On the eve of the Day of Solidarity with Belarusian Political Prisoners, we condemn the Lukashenka regime in Belarus for unjustly holding over 1,500 political prisoners.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Sudanese General Burhan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
News Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: We, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) (hereinafter the “Parties"),.
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
News Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
Senior Administration Officials on Additional Regional Migration Management Measures the United States Will Implement Together with Regional Partners when Title 42 Public Health Order Lifts
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
Good evening, everyone, and welcome to this evening’s background call. Today’s call will be on background, attributable to senior administration officials, and embargoed until 8:00 a.m.
Department of State and Department of Homeland Security Announce Additional Sweeping Measures to Humanely Manage Border through Deterrence, Enforcement, and Diplomacy
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security and Department of State are focused on solutions and have a robust plan to humanely manage the border through deterrence, enforcement, and diplomacy.
Assistant Secretary Noyes Travels to Geneva and Mexico City
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 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.
Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Verma to Meet with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Grandi
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
On Thursday, May 11, 2023, Deputy Secretary Verma will meet with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi where they will discuss the current situation in the Western Hemisphere with a particular focus on the lifting of Title 42, exchange notes on the global humanitarian situation, and review global refugee resettlement operations.
U/S Uzra Zeya’s Remarks Following the IOM Director General Election in Geneva, Switzerland
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
Good afternoon. It is my great pleasure to be the first U.S. official to offer my congratulations to the Director General-elect, Amy Pope.
Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks at a Public Event Dedicated to the Fate of the Political Prisoners of the Russian Occupation Forces in Crimea
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
Ambassador Markarova, distinguished panelists, and guests, thank you for this opportunity to speak with you at this important event.
Announcing the Winners of the Annual Data for Diplomacy Awards
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
Secretary Antony Blinken congratulates the winners of the second annual Data for Diplomacy Awards.
U.S. Delegation on Atrocity Prevention and Response Travels to Denmark and Germany
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 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;