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Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Morning, everyone. Buenos dias. Wonderful to have everyone here. Apologies for the slightly late start, but it’s wonderful to be with all of you today, and I want to welcome you to the meeting of the Summit Implementation Review Group Ministerial.

Targeting Russia’s Global Malign Influence Operations and Election Interference Activities

Release: The United States remains committed to deterring and disrupting the Russian Federation’s repeated attempts to undermine the democratic processes in the United States and other countries.

Deputy Secretary Richard Verma Travels to Qatar, Germany, the Netherlands, and Greece

Release: Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma will travel to Doha, Frankfurt, the Hague, and Athens from June 25-30, where he will discuss a range of U.S. priorities, including support for the people of Afghanistan, global security challenges, modernization, and regional support platforms.

Joint Statement on the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection

Release: On June 23, the United States and Belize hosted a Ministerial Meeting on the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection. The governments of the United States and Belize released the following statement to mark the first anniversary of the Los Angeles Declaration.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the Organization of American States General Assembly Third Plenary Session

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Mr. President, thank you very, very much. Secretary General, colleagues: Buenos días. Bonjour. Bom día. It is again very good to be with everyone here today in this - in this place that brings us together every day. This is the House of the Americas.

Luxembourg National Day

Release: Congratulations to the people of Luxembourg on the occasion of the Grand Duke’s official birthday. On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am honored to recognize our strong partnership and the close friendship between our peoples.

Deputy Secretary Richard Verma Travels to Qatar, Germany, the Netherlands, and Greece

Release: Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma will travel to Doha, Frankfurt, the Hague, and Athens from June 25-30, where he will discuss a range of U.S. priorities, including support for the people of Afghanistan, global security challenges, modernization, and regional support platforms.

Joint Statement on the Third United States – Thailand Joint Committee Meeting on Science and Technology

Release: The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and Thailand after the third meeting of the United States - Thailand Joint Committee on Science and Technology.

Remarks at the Atlantic Council 8th Annual Central and Eastern European Energy Security Conference

Release: Thank you to the Atlantic Council for having me back here today. Ministers, colleagues, friends, I’m really delighted to be part of this conversation, and in particular this panel, which is just so well-timed, just a couple of days before the Ukraine recovery conference that will take place next week on Tuesday and Wednesday in Washington-excuse me-in London.

Eric Jacobstein

News Release: Eric Jacobstein currently serves as a Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs covering Central America, Cuba and regional migration. He previously served at the White House as the Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Western Hemisphere and as National Security...

Migration Policy and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Root Causes Strategy

Release: Title 42 public health order ended on May 11, 2023, with the lifting of the public health emergency. The United States is implementing a comprehensive, multi-agency, multi-country plan rooted in enforcement, deterrence, diplomacy, expanded legal pathways, and development to humanely manage the border and address the root causes of displacement and out-migration.

The Republic of Ecuador Signs the Artemis Accords

Release: In a ceremony held at its embassy in Washington, D.C., the Republic of Ecuador became the 26th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable and transparent space activity. Minister of Foreign Affairs Gustavo Manrique signed on behalf of Ecuador, which is the third South American nation to join.

State Department, U.K. Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Norwegian Foreign Office Engage with Companies Operating in the South Sudanese Oil Market Regarding Sanctions and Due Diligence

Release: Today, State Department Sanctions Coordinator Ambassador James O’Brien and Bureau of African Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary Peter Lord convened a discussion with companies and associations operating in or providing services to companies in South Sudan’s oil sector. They were joined by UK and Norwegian Special Envoys to Sudan and South Sudan, Robert Fairweather and Jon Anton Johnson.

Special Online Briefing with Rear Admiral Ronald J. Piret, Commander of the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command

Release: MODERATOR: Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s London International Media Hub. I would like to welcome our participants dialing in from Europe and around the world for this on-the-record briefing with Rear Admiral Ronald J. Piret, Commander of the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography...

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Bolivia

By State Newswire Report | Jun 22, 2023

The Government of Bolivia does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking but is making significant efforts to do so.

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with French Foreign Ministry Secretary General Descôtes

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

Congratulations to Belgrade, Serbia for Winning Expo 2027 Vote

Release: The United States congratulates the city of Belgrade and the government of Serbia for winning the bid to host Expo 2027 at today’s vote at the 172nd General Assembly meeting of the Bureau of International Expositions (BIE) in Paris, France.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Türkiye Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan Before Their Meeting

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone, and it’s a real pleasure to have this opportunity to meet with a colleague of many years, Hakan Fidan, the new foreign minister of Türkiye. I’m so pleased to be working with you. I had a terrific relationship and partnership with Mevlut Cavusoglu, and ...

USTDA Technical Assistance Grant for Network Modernization in the Republic of Palau

Release: The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the signing of a technical assistance grant between the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) and the Republic of Palau. The USTDA grant, with funding from the Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership, will provide the Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC) with technical assistance to modernize Palau’s telecommunications network and advance Internet connectivity for its population.

Sanctioning Two State-Owned Banks and the Ministry of Defense for the Burma Military Regime’s Atrocities