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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
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.
On the Earthquake in Morocco
By State Newswire | Sep 10, 2023
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.
North Macedonia National Day
By State Newswire | Sep 9, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of North Macedonia as you celebrate 32 years of independence.
Designating Members of the Russia-Based Trickbot Cybercrime Network
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: The United States, in coordination with the United Kingdom, is taking action today against the Trickbot group, a Russia-based cybercrime network that has targeted the U.S. Government and U.S. companies, including hospitals.
Brazil National Day
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Brazil on the 201st anniversary of its independence this September 7th.
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara Travel to Greece
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara will travel to Thessaloniki, Greece, from September 7 to 9 to highlight the emerging U.S.-Greek partnership advancing the full inclusion of persons with disabilities at the Thessaloniki International Fair. During the trip, she will also ...
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry Announces $4 Million to Address Climate Mobility in Kenya
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: At the 2023 Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced $4 million for the International Organization for Migration to support migrants, refugees, and host communities impacted by climate events in Kenya provided through the Department of...
Bangladesh Security Dialogue
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: On September 5, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs Mira Resnick and Bangladesh Director General (North America) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Khandker Masudul Alam chaired the Ninth U.S.-Bangladesh Bilateral Security Dialogue in Dhaka.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Press
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone, and thanks for being along with us today.
Condemnation of the Lukashenka Regime’s Prohibition on Renewing Passports for Belarusians Abroad
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: The Lukashenka regime’s decision to stop providing overseas passport services harms thousands of Belarusians living abroad and is the latest in a long line of cynical rejections by the regime of its basic obligations to its people. The decree’s sole aim is to make the lives of ordinary Belarusians living ...
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry Announces Project Phoenix Participants and the Nuclear Expediting the Energy Transition (NEXT) Program
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: On the margins of the Three Seas Initiative Summit in Bucharest, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced U.S. actions to further the role of new, secure, and safe nuclear technologies in accelerating the clean energy transition. These actions expand on Romania’s leadership role in building the first small modular reactor (SMR) in Europe and in converting a former coal plant to advance nuclear energy.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Romanian Foreign Minister Odobescu
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Special Envoy Abby Finkenauer’s Travel to La Crosse, Wisconsin
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Abby Finkenauer will travel to La Crosse, Wisconsin, September 7 to 8 to meet with exchange participants from Luxembourg along with local high school and college students. She will discuss careers in diplomacy and public service and the importance of youth participation in government and civil society.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Video Remarks at the Open Government Partnership Summit
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Hello, everyone. I’m glad to join this year’s Open Government Partnership Summit. I’m grateful to everyone who made this event possible: our host and OGP steering committee co-chair, the Government of Estonia, and our CEO Sanjay Pradhan.
Independent Audit of Gazprom’s Debt Claims Against Moldovagaz
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: The United States welcomes the completion of the independent audit commissioned by the government of Moldova and conducted by an outside firm to examine Gazprom’s debt claims against Moldovagaz. It should come as no surprise that Gazprom could not substantiate the exorbitant bill that Russia expected ...
Russia’s Sham Elections in Ukraine’s Sovereign Territory
By State Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
Release: The Russian Federation is in the process of conducting sham elections in occupied areas of Ukraine. These so-called elections are taking place nearly one year after the Kremlin staged sham referenda and purported to annex Ukraine’s Kherson, Zaporizhzhya, Donetsk, and Luhansk oblasts, and over nine years ...
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Polish Foreign Minister Rau
By State Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Eswatini National Day
By State Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate all Eswatini on 55 years of independence. As you mark this momentous occasion, let us also celebrate the strong friendship between our two nations. We honor our progress on health, climate change adaptation, and addressing a period of unrest.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken at a Meet and Greet with Embassy Kyiv
By State Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
Release: AMBASSADOR BRINK: It is a privilege and an honor for me to be here with you as we give a very, very warm welcome to our Secretary of State, Tony Blinken. Thank you, Mr. Secretary. (Applause.)