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The Fifth Special Session of the Conference of the States Parties to Review Operation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Upon the completion of the Fifth Review Conference of the Chemical Weapons Convention, the United States reiterates its unwavering commitment to achieving a world free of chemical weapons.
Over 1,500 Political Prisoners in Belarus
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
On the eve of the Day of Solidarity with Belarusian Political Prisoners, we condemn the Lukashenka regime in Belarus for unjustly holding over 1,500 political prisoners.
The United States and Multinational Public-Private Partners Look to Provide Up To $275 Million to Advance the Romania Small Modular Reactor Project; United States Issues Letters of Interest for Up To $4 Billion in Project Financing
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Today, at the G7 Leaders Summit in Hiroshima, President Biden announced concrete steps to implement the vision of the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) to mobilize $600 billion by 2027 in infrastructure investments around the world.
Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Landberg’s Travel to Malta, Belgium
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Christopher Landberg travels to Malta and Belgium May 22-26 to participate in the Governing Board of Administrators meeting of the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law (IIJ) and to lead U.S. participation in a strategic dialogue on counterterrorism with the European Union (EU).
Secretary Blinken’s Call with NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Georgia National Day 2023
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Georgia a happy Independence Day.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Iceland
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religious belief and practice, as long as it is not prejudicial to good morals or public order.
Release of Aggregate Numbers of Strategic Offensive Weapons
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
Continuing with its tradition of transparency despite Russia’s purported suspension of New START, the United States has voluntarily released aggregate numbers of U.S. strategic offensive arms under the New START Treaty’s central limits on nuclear weapons.
The Department of State Announces Reward Offer Against Russian Ransomware Actor
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The impacts of ransomware attacks are significant and far-reaching, with victims suffering loss and disclosure of sensitive information and disruption of critical services.
Condemning the Arrest of Robert Shonov
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The United States strongly condemns the reported arrest of Robert Shonov, a former employee of U.S. Mission Russia.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Dutch Foreign Minister Hoekstra
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Norway National Day
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Norway in celebration of Constitution Day.
United States and Moldova Sign Open Skies Agreement
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
On May 18 in Chisinau, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma and Moldova Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Lilia Dabija, with Prime Minister Dorin Recean, signed an Open Skies Air Transport Agreement (“Agreement”) between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Republic of Moldova — the first bilateral air transport agreement negotiated by the two countries.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Croatia
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religious thought and expression and prohibits incitement of religious hatred. All religious communities have the same religious protections under the law.
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.
Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink’s Travel to the People’s Republic of China and New Zealand
By State Newswire | Jun 4, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink will travel to the People’s Republic of China and New Zealand from June 4-10.
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...
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Portugal
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and worship and prohibits discrimination based on religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Czech Republic
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The Charter of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms, a supplement to the constitution, provides for freedom of religious conviction and states everyone has the right to change, abstain from, and freely practice religion, subject to potential limitations by law in the event of threats to “public safety and order, health and morals, or the rights and freedoms of others.”
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Latvia
By State Newswire Report | Jun 4, 2023
The constitution provides every person the right to “freedom of thought, conscience, and religion” and specifies the separation of church and state.