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Artemis Accords Foster Peaceful Civil Space Cooperation
By State Newswire | May 12, 2023
Release: The Artemis Accords bring together nations through a common set of principles to guide civil space exploration, setting the stage for peaceful, responsible, and productive cooperation in space affairs. Through robust space diplomacy from the Department of State and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the leadership of Vice President Kamala Harris, the Accords have grown to 24 signatories.
An Optimistic and Thankful Farewell: The Hard Work Will Continue and Will Succeed
By State Newswire | May 12, 2023
Release: Goodbyes are always hard. Soon I will be stepping down as the Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, or OES, to lead the Wildlife Conservation Society, based in New York City. Serving the people of the United States as part of the Biden Administration has...
AIM For Climate Summit: Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils in Africa
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
The U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy for Global Food Security, is organizing a breakout session during the AIM for Climate Summit that will discuss the role of developing climate-resilient seeds and improving soil health and fertility in determining the future success and sustainability of food systems.
Space Unites Us
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
We are wrapping up Space Diplomacy Week here at the Department of State.
Cities on a Hill: Reflections on the Inaugural Cities Summit of the Americas
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 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.
Artemis Accords Foster Peaceful Civil Space Cooperation
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
The Artemis Accords bring together nations through a common set of principles to guide civil space exploration, setting the stage for peaceful, responsible, and productive cooperation in space affairs.
The Czech Republic Signs the Artemis Accords
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
Acting Assistant Secretary Jennifer R. Littlejohn, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Bijan Sabet welcomed the Czech Republic as the 24th Artemis Accords signatory at a ceremony on May 3 at NASA Headquarters.
An Optimistic and Thankful Farewell: The Hard Work Will Continue and Will Succeed
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
Goodbyes are always hard. Soon I will be stepping down as the Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, or OES, to lead the Wildlife Conservation Society, based in New York City. Serving the people of the United States as part of the Biden Administration has been the opportunity of a lifetime.
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
Department of State Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and Georgetown, Guyana, May 8-10.
The Future of Central Asia’s Development: Between Russia and China
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
Thank you, [Ariel]. It’s wonderful to see so many colleagues here. I feel a little bit like the prodigal son coming back to a family that I was part of until nine years ago.
United States-Australia Fifth Energy Security Dialogue
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), hosted a delegation from Australia in Washington on April 25-27 for the fifth bilateral Energy Security Dialogue.
Secretary Blinken to Deliver Remarks at the World Food Prize Laureate Announcement Ceremony
By State Newswire Report | May 12, 2023
This year’s World Food Prize Laureate will be announced at the 2023 World Food Prize Announcement Ceremony on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C.
Water – The Indispensable Natural Resource
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
In March, the United Nations held its first meeting in almost 50 years to build support for global action to advance water security – arguably one of the most important and most under-appreciated natural resources.
U.S. Space Force – Together Expanding our Competitive Advantage in Space
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Major General John Olson is the Mobilization Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations for the U.S. Space Force at the Pentagon.
Solicitation for Federal Register Notice 11940: Seeking Private Sector Advisors for the United States Delegation to the 66th session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS)
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
The United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) was established by the UN General Assembly in 1959 to review international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space,
Renewal of the Charter for the Shipping Coordinating Committee
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
The Department of State renewed the Charter of the Shipping Coordinating Committee this month for another two years. Established in 1958, the Committee provides a forum for members of government and the public.
Departure of Assistant Secretary Monica Medina
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Monica Medina has served as Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) since September 2021 as well as the Special Envoy for Biodiversity and Water Resources.
Joint Press Statement on the 3rd United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Thailand on the occasion of the third United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue.
Cities Summit of the Americas Preview
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Good afternoon, everybody. On behalf of the Foreign Press Center, I would like to welcome you to today’s virtual briefing previewing the Cities of the Summit of the Americas.
Review of the Tenth EU-US Energy Council
By State Newswire Report | Apr 24, 2023
Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the Washington Foreign Press Center’s briefing on the EU-U.S. Energy Council and related energy issues.