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Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my warm congratulations to the Republic of Korea as you celebrate your National Day.

U.S. Government Issues a Business Advisory for South Sudan

Release: The Departments of State, Labor, and Commerce today issued a Business Advisory on South Sudan. The Advisory highlights the growing reputational, financial, and legal risks to U.S. businesses and Americans conducting business or transactions with companies that have significant ties to South Sudan’s extended transitional government or that are controlled by family members of government officials.

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerian President Tinubu

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Lenderking’s Travel to the Gulf

Release: U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking is traveling to the Gulf on August 14 to advance ongoing UN-led efforts to expand the truce and launch a comprehensive peace process.

Central America Forward

News Release: The United States’ comprehensive Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America involves significant commitments of U.S. resources to support the region’s long-term development. We work to foster inclusive economic opportunity, strengthen governance, combat corruption, and improve security.

Additional U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine

Release: Today we are announcing the next package of security assistance to aid Ukraine as it defends its territory and protects its people. This package, which is valued at $200 million and is being executed from previously authorized Presidential Drawdown Authority, includes air defense munitions, artillery rounds, anti-armor capabilities, and additional mine-clearing equipment.

Pakistan Independence Day

Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my warmest wishes to the people of Pakistan as they celebrate their Independence Day on August 14.

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs publishes 53 press releases or notices in April

There were 53 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs in April.

Public press releases or notices: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs publishes 49 in February

There were 49 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs in February.

85 press releases or notices published in February by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs

There were 85 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs in February.

11 press releases or notices published in April by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs

There were 11 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs in April.

Joint Statement on the C5+1 Special Session on Afghanistan

Release: The text of the following statement was released by the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the United States on the occasion of the C5+1 Special Session on Afghanistan in Astana, Kazakhstan on July 27.

Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to Brazil, Peru

Release: Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Mallory Stewart, will travel to Brasilia, Brazil and Lima, Peru the week of August 13-17 for meetings with government officials.

2023 P3 Impact Award Finalists Announced

Release: The Office of Global Partnerships at the U.S. Department of State, Concordia, and the University of Virginia Darden School’s Institute for Business in Society are pleased to announce the five finalists for the 2023 P3 Impact Award. This award recognizes exemplary public-private partnerships (P3s) that...

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Former Nigerien President Issoufou

Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

United States-Israel Strategic Technology Dialogue

Release: On August 9-10, the United States and Israel held meetings of the four working groups of the U.S.-Israel Strategic High-Level Dialogue on Technology in Jerusalem.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Mexican Foreign Secretary Alicia Bárcena at a Joint Press Availability

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. It is a real pleasure to welcome Foreign Minister Bárcena to the State Department, to the United States, on her first visit in this capacity.

Chad National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I wish to congratulate the people of the Republic of Chad as you celebrate the 63rd anniversary of your independence.

ECOWAS Call for Restoration of Constitutional Order in the Republic of Niger

Release: The United States joins the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in calling for the restoration of constitutional order in Niger. The United States appreciates the determination of ECOWAS to explore all options for the peaceful resolution of the crisis. Democracy is the best foundation for development, social cohesion, and stability in Niger. We stand with the Nigerien people in working toward these goals.

Joint U.S., U.K. and Canadian Sanctions Against Former Lebanese Official and Co-Conspirators in Corruption Scheme