News from 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas at a Joint Press Availability
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Well, good morning, everyone. Let me just say at the top that besides being delighted to be joined by Secretary Mayorkas, I also want to take this opportunity to say how thrilled I am that we have Matt Miller joining us as our new spokesperson.
U.S. Department of State Announces TechWomen Delegation Travel to Kazakhstan, Aims to Increase Number of Women and Girls in STEM
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Thirteen executives from Amazon Web Services, Chegg, Hillstra Associates, Jacobs, Marvell Technology Inc., MicroBlocks, Northgate Environmental Management, Salesforce, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Workday will travel as a TechWomen.
Narrowing the Gender Digital Divide: Empowering Girls Around the Globe to Build Digital Skills for a Lifetime
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
On April 27, the U.S. Department of State recognizes International Girls in ICT Day to celebrate girls excelling in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Before His Meeting with Women Mayors from the Western Hemisphere On the Margins of the Cities Summit of the Americas
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
My voice is half here, but I’m 100 percent here. I’m so excited to have this conversation with these fantastic mayors.
Special Envoy Finkenauer’s Travel to Indonesia
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Abby Finkenauer will travel to Bali, Indonesia, May 1 to 5 to participate in the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Women’s Leadership Academy.
Senior Official for Global Women’s Issues Fotovat Travels to the United Arab Emirates, Germany, Moldova, and Denmark
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Senior Official to the Secretary of State in the Office of Global Women’s Issues Katrina Fotovat will travel to Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Berlin, Germany; Chisinau, Moldova; and Copenhagen, Denmark from May 3–16.
Cities on a Hill: Reflections on the Inaugural Cities Summit of the Americas
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Cities are on the front lines of the biggest issues facing our world today. From the climate and pollution crises to questions of effective democratic governance, cities are where it all happens.
Promoting an Integrated City-Led Approach to Violence Prevention
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Thank you to the City of Denver and Mayor Hancock for hosting the inaugural Cities Summit of the Americas.
Role of Local Governments in the Reception and Integration of Migrants and Refugees in Cities in the Americas
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Good afternoon and welcome to today’s session on the role of local governments in receiving and integrating migrants and refugees in cities in the Americas.
Meeting the Moment: Cities at the Nexus of Climate Change, Migration, and Displacement
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
I am thrilled to be here with you for this important discussion on cities at the nexus of climate change, migration, and displacement.
Keynote Remarks to the Opening Plenary of the Towards a More Safe and Secure World IVLP
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Good morning and welcome to Washington, everyone! It is an honor to kick off your three-week program and host you in-person at the Department of State.
U.S.-EU Consultations Reinforce Strong Commitment to Human Rights
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Today in Brussels, Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Erin Barclay and EU Special Representative for Human Rights Eamon Gilmore co-chaired the 2023 U.S.-EU Human Rights Consultations.
Designation of Sri Lankan Governor Due to Involvement in a Gross Violation of Human Rights
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
The United States is designating Wasantha Karannagoda, Governor of North Western Province in Sri Lanka, pursuant to Section 7031(c) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2023, due to his involvement in a gross violation of human rights during his tenure as a Naval Commander.
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara’s Travel to Greece
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara traveled to Greece on April 24-28 to participate in the Delphi Economic Forum where she spoke about the importance of inclusive education, healthcare, and disability rights in the context of the climate crisis.
Kyrgyz Court Decision to Revoke RFE/RL Azattyk License
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
The United States is deeply concerned by a Kyrgyz court’s decision to terminate, as a media outlet, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty’s local outlet Azattyk, a trusted and reliable source of independent information for over 25 years.
Chairman McCaul Announces Full Committee Hearing on Great Power Competition, Budget with USAID Administrator Power
By State Newswire | May 11, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul announced the full committee will hold a hearing entitled, “The State of American Influence in 2023: Great Power Competition and Persistent Crises in an Era of Budget Constraints" on Wednesday, May 17th.
POSTPONED: HFAC Hearing on Modernizing U.S. Arms Exports and Strengthening AUKUS
By State Newswire | May 11, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul announced the full committee will postpone today’s scheduled hearing entitled “Modernizing U.S. Arms Exports and a Stronger AUKUS" to a future date soon.
McCaul on NIH Resuming Partnership With EcoHealth Alliance
By State Newswire | May 11, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul released the following statement in response to recent reports the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has resumed its partnership with EcoHealth Alliance. Chairman McCaul’s report on COVID-19 origins found EcoHealth Alliance was complicit in the Chinese Communist Party’s coverup while being funded by American taxpayer dollars, and it has never been held accountable.
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer Travels to Los Angeles, California and Santa Fe, New Mexico
By State Newswire | May 11, 2023
Release: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Ambassador Mike Hammer will travel May 10-19 to Los Angeles, California for a variety of speaking engagements. He looks forward to discussing developments in Ethiopia, including implementation of the November 2 Cessation of Hostilities Agreement that ended the conflict in northern Ethiopia.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Marshall Zelinger of KUSA-TV 9 News Denver
By State Newswire Report | May 11, 2023
Secretary of State Antony Blinken, thanks for joining me for this interview.