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2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: El Salvador
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and states all persons are equal before the law. It prohibits discrimination based on religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Cuba
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution contains written provisions for religious freedom and prohibitions against discrimination based on religious grounds;
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Haiti
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Haiti’s 1987 constitution provides for the free exercise of all religions. Any religious group seeking official recognition must obtain it through a multistep registration process with the Bureau of Worship (BOW), a unit within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion, including the freedom of individuals to change their religion.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Honduras
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution provides for the free exercise of all religions.
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Azerbaijan
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: Department of State Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Baku, Azerbaijan, May 30 - June 2. While there, he will participate in the 28th annual Baku Energy Week, which consists of the International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition, the Caspian International ...
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Grenada
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution protects freedom of conscience, including freedom of thought and religion.
Assistant Secretary Geoffrey Pyatt LNG Allies Event
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: A/S Pyatt: - It’s great to have DOE Assistant Secretary Brad Crabtree as a partner here in Washington, DC.
2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Guyana
By State Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The constitution provides for freedom of religion and worship, including the right to choose and change one’s religion.
Continued Peace Talks Between Armenia and Azerbaijan
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: We are pleased to see that talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan have continued. As Secretary Blinken said, peace is achievable in the South Caucasus. We recently expressed appreciation for Prime Minister Pashinyan’s commitment to peace, and we welcome President Aliyev’s recent remarks on consideration of amnesty.
Kingdom of Spain Signs the Artemis Accords
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: In a ceremony held at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid, the Honorable Julissa Reynoso, U.S. Ambassador to Spain and Andorra joined NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Associate Administrator for International and Interagency Relations Karen Feldstein to witness the Artemis Accords signing ceremony for the ...
Sanctioning PRC and Mexico Based Individuals and Entities for Enabling Illicit Drug Production
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The United States is a leader in the global effort to stop the illicit manufacture and trafficking of illicit fentanyl and other synthetic drugs, a major cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45 in the United States. Today, the Department of the Treasury sanctioned 17 individuals and entities involved...
Remarks by Ambassador Beth Van Schaack at the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, Colombia: "Delivering Justice and Accountability in Colombia"
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: It is a privilege to be here today, standing beside President Roberto Vidal. The Special Jurisdiction for Peace’s (JEP) commitment to delivering justice and accountability in complex cases arising out of Colombia’s decades of conflict is inspiring and sets an example for the world.
Assistant Secretary Geoffrey Pyatt’s Remarks at the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
News Release: MODERATOR: Thank you all, and thank you for the introduction. I am thrilled to be here today as an Alaskan kid and to have you all here in Anchorage, and we have a great panel this morning.
Sanctioning PRC and Mexico Based Individuals and Entities for Enabling Illicit Drug Production
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The United States is a leader in the global effort to stop the illicit manufacture and trafficking of illicit fentanyl and other synthetic drugs, a major cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45 in the United States. Today, the Department of the Treasury sanctioned 17 individuals and entities involved...
Secretary Blinken to Deliver Speech at Helsinki City Hall
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will deliver a speech at Helsinki City Hall on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 11:45 a.m. EET / 4:45 a.m. EDT. The speech will highlight all the ways in which Russia’s aggression against Ukraine has been a strategic failure, and our continued efforts to support Ukraine’s defense of its territory, sovereignty, and democracy in pursuit of a just and durable peace.
Croatia Statehood Day
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to the people of Croatia as you celebrate your Statehood Day.
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian Prime Minister Jugnauth
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern Kosovo
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: We call on all parties to take immediate actions to de-escalate tensions. The United States condemns the unacceptable violence yesterday against NATO-led KFOR troops, law enforcement, and journalists.
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian Leader of the Opposition Duval
By State Newswire | May 31, 2023
Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.