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Additional U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine
By State Newswire | May 22, 2023
Release: President Biden and President Zelenskyy met today at the G7 meeting in Hiroshima, Japan to reaffirm that that the United States will continue to stand with our Ukrainian partners as they defend themselves from Russia’s war of aggression.
Deepening U.S. Partnership with Papua New Guinea
By State Newswire | May 22, 2023
Release: As the largest Pacific Island country, a likeminded democracy, APEC member, and regional energy provider, Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a key partner for the United States in the Indo-Pacific region. The United States will continue to partner with PNG on strengthening economic relations, security cooperation,...
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: We, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) (hereinafter the “Parties"),.
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: Begin text: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed an Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements. The short-term ceasefire,...
Memorandum of Cooperation in Education Signed Between the United States and Japan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: The U.S. Department of State and Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) have concluded a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of education. Following the signing of the memorandum by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and MEXT Minister Nagaoka Keiko at an event...
The Fifth Special Session of the Conference of the States Parties to Review Operation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: 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. We commend the constructive efforts of a wide range of States Parties and their commitment to seeking a consensual ...
Over 1,500 Political Prisoners in Belarus
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: 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 Fifth Special Session of the Conference of the States Parties to Review Operation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: 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. We commend the constructive efforts of a wide range of States Parties and their commitment to seeking a consensual...
Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements in Sudan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: Begin text: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America announce that on May 20, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed an Agreement on a Short-Term Ceasefire and Humanitarian Arrangements. The short-term ceasefire...
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Sudanese General Burhan
By State Newswire | May 21, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to London, Geneva, and Brussels
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: From May 22-26, 2023, Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Mallory Stewart, will travel to London, United Kingdom; Geneva, Switzerland; and Brussels, Belgium.
Virtual Listening Session following the 17th Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: The United States and Canada conducted the 17th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations from May 16-17 in Kelowna, BC. In this latest negotiating session, the two delegations discussed managing the following issues: flood risks after the Treaty regime changes in September 2024, planning for...
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL Descent-based Slavery
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: United States Department of State. Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL Combatting Descent-Based Slavery. This is the announcement of funding opportunity number SFOP0009735. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.345. Type of Solicitation:...
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
United States Imposes Additional Sanctions and Export Controls on Russia in Coordination with International Partners
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: In coordination with the G7, Australia, and other partners, the United States is imposing new sanctions today on Russia for its illegal war in Ukraine. Today’s actions implement new commitments made at the G7 Leaders’ Summit and demonstrate our shared resolve to hold Russia accountable for its mounting ...
Timor-Leste National Day
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I would like to congratulate the people of Timor-Leste as you celebrate the anniversary of your Restoration of Independence on May 20.
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Mexican Secretary of Economy Buenrostro
By State Newswire | May 20, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Secretary Blinken’s Trip to Papua New Guinea
By State Newswire | May 19, 2023
Release: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, May 21-22.
Assistant Secretary Nichols’ Travel to Brazil
By State Newswire | May 19, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Brian A. Nichols will travel to Brazil, May 21-26. In Brasília, Assistant Secretary Nichols will participate in the U.S.-Brazil Human Rights Dialogue and in meetings on the U.S.-Brazil Joint Action Plan to Eliminate Racial and...