News from September 2023
On the Earthquake in Morocco
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the people of the United States, I express my deep sadness at the loss of life and destruction caused by yesterday’s earthquake in Morocco and extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those affected. The United States is ready to provide any necessary assistance as Morocco responds to this tragedy. Our thoughts are with the Moroccan people, and we offer our unwavering support and solidarity to our Moroccan partners at this tragic time.
4 notices published in week ending Aug. 26 by State Department
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
There were four notices published by the State Department in week ending Aug. 26, according to the Federal Register.
Joint Communique between the Governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
Release: The governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announced that they had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two countries on September 8, 2023. The bilateral MoU provides a framework for developing a protocol for establishing intercontinental green transit corridors through the Kingdom to connect the continent of Asia with the continent of Europe.
Tajikistan Independence Day
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I share my best wishes to the people of Tajikistan as they mark 32 years of independence on September 9.
Joint Communique between the Governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
News Release: The governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announced that they had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two countries on September 8, 2023. The bilateral MoU provides a framework for developing a protocol for establishing intercontinental green transit corridors through the Kingdom to connect the continent of Asia with the continent of Europe.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jonathan Karl of ABC This Week
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, thank you for joining us. I want to begin with that devastating earthquake this weekend in Morocco. What is the United States doing to assist in the relief, recovery, search and rescue operation there?
Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd Travels to Santiago, Chile
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd will lead a U.S. government delegation to visit Santiago, Chile, September 10-11, at the invitation of the Chilean government to join commemoration events on the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile. During the visit, which he will conduct...
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara Travel to Brussels
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: Special Advisor Sara Minkara will travel to Brussels, Belgium, September 10 to 13, for meetings with government officials, local non-governmental organizations, disability activists, and representatives of the United States missions to the EU and NATO. She will connect with EU and NATO representatives ...
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jake Tapper of CNN’s State of the Union
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
News Release: QUESTION: And joining me now is Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks for joining us. I do want to start with this devastating earthquake in Morocco Saturday morning. The death toll staggering, expected to rise, of course. Rescuers struggling to reach some hard-to-hit - hard-hit areas. Obviously the first 24 to 48 hours are the most crucial. What is the U.S. doing to help?
Urgent Need for Humanitarian Supplies into Nagorno-Karabakh
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
News Release: The United States is deeply concerned about the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. We note that humanitarian supplies are positioned near both the Lachin and Aghdam routes, and we repeat our call for the immediate and simultaneous opening of both corridors to allow passage ...
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Foreign Minister Bourita of Morocco
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara Travel to Brussels
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: Special Advisor Sara Minkara will travel to Brussels, Belgium, September 10 to 13, for meetings with government officials, local non-governmental organizations, disability activists, and representatives of the United States missions to the EU and NATO. She will connect with EU and NATO representatives...
Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd Travels to Santiago, Chile
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
News Release: Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd will lead a U.S. government delegation to visit Santiago, Chile, September 10-11, at the invitation of the Chilean government to join commemoration events on the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile. During the visit, which he will conduct ...
DOS-ESP grant application closes on Oct. 11
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Mission Spain Public Diplomacy NOFO Defensa y Yo 4.0, 2023-2024 grant opened on Sept. 11.
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Colombian Foreign Minister Leyva
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd Travels to Santiago, Chile
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas Christopher J. Dodd will lead a U.S. government delegation to visit Santiago, Chile, September 10-11, at the invitation of the Chilean government to join commemoration events on the 50th anniversary of the coup in Chile. During the visit, which he will conduct...
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Foreign Minister Bourita of Morocco
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
News Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jake Tapper of CNN’s State of the Union
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: QUESTION: And joining me now is Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks for joining us. I do want to start with this devastating earthquake in Morocco Saturday morning. The death toll staggering, expected to rise, of course. Rescuers struggling to reach some hard-to-hit - hard-hit areas. Obviously the first 24 to 48 hours are the most crucial. What is the U.S. doing to help?
Urgent Need for Humanitarian Supplies into Nagorno-Karabakh
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: The United States is deeply concerned about the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. We note that humanitarian supplies are positioned near both the Lachin and Aghdam routes, and we repeat our call for the immediate and simultaneous opening of both corridors to allow passage ...
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jake Tapper of CNN’s State of the Union
By State Newswire | Sep 11, 2023
Release: QUESTION: And joining me now is Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks for joining us. I do want to start with this devastating earthquake in Morocco Saturday morning. The death toll staggering, expected to rise, of course. Rescuers struggling to reach some hard-to-hit - hard-hit areas. Obviously the first 24 to 48 hours are the most crucial. What is the U.S. doing to help?