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Three USAID-Supported Countries Successfully Eliminate Disabling Neglected Tropical Diseases
By State Newswire Report | Jun 14, 2023
Following decades of health interventions supported by USAID, the World Health Organization officially validated three new countries as having eliminated disabling neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
USAID and Mars, Incorporated Announce Donation of $4 Million to Support Urgent Healthcare Needs in Ukraine
By State Newswire Report | Jun 14, 2023
Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Mars, Incorporated announced that Mars, Incorporated will donate $4 million to support the Agency’s mission to ease the strains on Ukraine’s health system caused by the Russian Federation’s brutal war against Ukraine.
USAID Provides an Initial $450,000 in Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Response to Tropical Cyclone Mocha in Burma and Bangladesh
By State Newswire Report | Jun 14, 2023
The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing an initial $450,000 in humanitarian assistance to meet the immediate needs for the people of Burma and Bangladesh most affected by Cyclone Mocha.
Condemning the Brutal Attack Against a U.S. Convoy In Nigeria
By State Newswire Report | Jun 14, 2023
Yesterday, a U.S. convoy in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria was brutally attacked.
World Day Against Child Labor
By State Newswire | Jun 13, 2023
Release: On World Day Against Child Labor, we highlight the importance of partnership in combatting child labor. The recent G7 Summit in Hiroshima saw the United States and other leaders reaffirm their commitment to eradicate forced and compulsory labor, as well as child labor. They discussed measures such as...
LGBTQI+ Special Envoy Jessica Stern Travels to Toronto and Ottawa, Receives Award from Rainbow Railroad
By State Newswire | Jun 6, 2023
Release: On June 6 Jessica Stern, U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons, will travel to Toronto, Canada, for meetings with local community leaders and activists, as well as a fireside chat event for local community and political leaders.
On the 34th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square
By State Newswire | Jun 4, 2023
Release: Tomorrow, we observe the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre. On June 4th, 1989, the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) sent tanks into Tiananmen Square to brutally repress peaceful Chinese pro-democracy protesters and bystanders alike. The victims’ bravery will not be forgotten...
On the Unrest in Senegal
By State Newswire | Jun 4, 2023
Release: As a strong friend and partner to Senegal, the United States is troubled and saddened by the violence and damage we have witnessed in many parts of the country. We offer our deep condolences to the families and friends of those who have died, and we wish a fast and full recovery to those injured.
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.
On the Detention of Leaders and Staff of Vietnamese Environmental Civil Society Organization CHANGE
By State Newswire | Jun 3, 2023
Release: The United States is concerned by the detention of leaders and staff of CHANGE, including the ongoing detention of CHANGE’s founder Hoang Thi Minh Hong.
Commemorating LGBTQI+ Pride Month
By State Newswire | Jun 2, 2023
Release: Every June, the United States celebrates Pride Month, marking the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, when police raided a gay bar in New York City and its patrons stood up against discrimination, abuse, and mistreatment. Pride reminds us of the spirit of democratic protest and the principle that all persons are created equal and every individual’s full humanity should be equally respected.
Deputy Secretary for Management & Resources Richard Verma’s Meeting with Seychellois Foreign Minister Radegonde
By State Newswire | Jun 2, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller...
On the Enactment of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act
By State Newswire | May 30, 2023
Release: The United States is deeply troubled by Uganda’s passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act, a law that undermines the human rights, prosperity, and welfare of all Ugandans. Uganda’s failure to safeguard the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons is part of a broader degradation of human rights protections that puts Ugandan citizens at risk and damages the country’s reputation as a destination for investment, development, tourism, and refugees.
Undemocratic Actions Ahead of Cambodian Elections
By State Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: The United States is deeply troubled that Cambodian authorities are preventing the Candlelight Party - the Kingdom’s largest opposition party - from participating in July 2023 national elections.
Statement by IRFBA Chair Fiona Bruce MP on Iranian Religious Prisoners of Conscience Mahvash Sabet and Fariba Kamalabadi
By State Newswire | May 24, 2023
Release: As Chair of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, I express grave concern over the continuing imprisonment in Iran of two prominent Iranian Baha’is, Mahvash Sabet, an internationally acclaimed poet who is a recipient of Pen International’s Pinter Prize and Fariba Kamalabadi, accused of “meeting with Baha’is in different cities of Iran, participating in Baha’i religious ceremonies and communicating with Baha’is abroad via WhatsApp."
IRFBA Chair’s Statement on the arbitrary detention of Reverend Dr Hkalam Samson
By State Newswire | May 23, 2023
Release: As Chair of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, I express grave concern over the imprisonment of Reverend Dr Hkalam Samson, former Head of the Kachin Baptist Convention and Chairman of the Kachin National Consultative Assembly, in Myanmar.
Deepening U.S. Partnership with Papua New Guinea
By State Newswire | May 22, 2023
Release: As the largest Pacific Island country, a likeminded democracy, APEC member, and regional energy provider, Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a key partner for the United States in the Indo-Pacific region. The United States will continue to partner with PNG on strengthening economic relations, security cooperation,...
Joint Statement on Spain Joining the Global Equality Fund
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 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:
Assistant Secretary Witkowsky’s Travel to Sweden and France
By State Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
Assistant Secretary of State for Conflict and Stabilization Operations Anne A. Witkowsky will travel to Stockholm, Sweden, and Paris, France, May 22-26 for discussions with allies and partners on a range of conflict prevention, stabilization, and strategic coordination issues.
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;