News from 2023
Central America Forward
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: The United States’ comprehensive Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America involves significant commitments of U.S. resources to support the region’s long-term development. We work to foster inclusive economic opportunity, strengthen governance, combat corruption, and improve security.
Risch: Two Years Later, Biden Admin Continues to Deflect Blame for Hazardous Afghanistan Withdrawal
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: BOISE, Idaho - U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today released the following statement ahead of the second anniversary of the fall of Kabul on August 15 and the Biden Administration’s hazardous withdrawal from Afghanistan:
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerian President Tinubu
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller
Indian Independence Day
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, we send our warmest wishes to the people of India as they commemorate 76 years of independence this August 15. On this momentous day, we reflect on the depth and breadth of our strategic partnership, and we celebrate the proud history of the Indian people, who are the key to the bright future we are building together.
Additional U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Today we are announcing the next package of security assistance to aid Ukraine as it defends its territory and protects its people. This package, which is valued at $200 million and is being executed from previously authorized Presidential Drawdown Authority, includes air defense munitions, artillery rounds, anti-armor capabilities, and additional mine-clearing equipment.
U.S. Government Issues a Business Advisory for South Sudan
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: The Departments of State, Labor, and Commerce today issued a Business Advisory on South Sudan. The Advisory highlights the growing reputational, financial, and legal risks to U.S. businesses and Americans conducting business or transactions with companies that have significant ties to South Sudan’s extended transitional government or that are controlled by family members of government officials.
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Lenderking’s Travel to the Gulf
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking is traveling to the Gulf on August 14 to advance ongoing UN-led efforts to expand the truce and launch a comprehensive peace process.
18th Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime and Announcement of Public Virtual Listening Session
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: The United States and Canada conducted the 18th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations on August 10-11 in Seattle, Washington. As committed by President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau at the conclusion of the President’s March visit to Canada, the U.S. negotiation team has further accelerated negotiation efforts towards an agreement that meets the needs of the Columbia Basin with greater certainty and improved results.
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Pennsylvania
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: The Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, August 16-18. On Aug. 16, Assistant Secretary Pyatt will visit the Gaucho solar project to commemorate its first day of operations. The solar project will help the ...
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Lenderking’s Travel to the Gulf
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking is traveling to the Gulf on August 14 to advance ongoing UN-led efforts to expand the truce and launch a comprehensive peace process.
Republic of Korea National Day
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my warm congratulations to the Republic of Korea as you celebrate your National Day.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerian President Tinubu
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
U.S. Government Issues a Business Advisory for South Sudan
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: The Departments of State, Labor, and Commerce today issued a Business Advisory on South Sudan. The Advisory highlights the growing reputational, financial, and legal risks to U.S. businesses and Americans conducting business or transactions with companies that have significant ties to South Sudan’s extended transitional government or that are controlled by family members of government officials.
McCaul, Kim Statement on VP Lai’s Visit to Washington
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific Chairwoman Young Kim (R-CA) issued the following statement on Taiwanese Vice President Lai’s visit to Washington.
Republic of Korea National Day
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my warm congratulations to the Republic of Korea as you celebrate your National Day.
McCaul, Kim Statement on VP Lai’s Visit to the US
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific Chairwoman Young Kim (R-CA) issued the following statement on Taiwanese Vice President Lai’s visit to the United States.
McCaul, Kim Statement on VP Lai’s Visit to Washington
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific Chairwoman Young Kim (R-CA) issued the following statement on Taiwanese Vice President Lai’s visit to Washington.
South Sudan Business Advisory
By State Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: Risks and Considerations for U.S. Businesses and Individuals Operating in South Sudan1.
The Republic of the Congo National Day
By State Newswire | Aug 16, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the government and the people of the Republic of the Congo on the 63rd anniversary of your independence on August 15. The United States and the Republic of the Congo cooperate in many areas to advance regional stability and maritime ...
State Department Announces Cities Forward Selected Participants
By State Newswire | Aug 16, 2023
Release: Today, the U.S. Department of State, in partnership with ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability, Resilient Cities Catalyst, and the Institute of the Americas, is thrilled to announce the 24 cities selected to participate in Cities Forward. This announcement follows the Cities Summit of the Americas...