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DOS-GIN grant application closes on July 1

U.S. Embassy Conakry PDS Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability Request for Statements of Interest grant opened on May 31.


Sanctioning PRC and Mexico Based Individuals and Entities for Enabling Illicit Drug Production

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...


Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian Leader of the Opposition Duval

News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller


Remarks by Ambassador Beth Van Schaack at the Special Jurisdiction for Peace, Colombia: "Delivering Justice and Accountability in Colombia"

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.


Imposing Sanctions on Syrian Financial Facilitators

Release: Today, the United States is designating under Caesar Act authorities two Syrian money service businesses and affiliated three individuals that provide financial support to the Assad regime. These two Damascus-based exchange companies have facilitated millions of dollars in transfers since 2021 to accounts...


Assistant Secretary Geoffrey Pyatt’s Remarks at the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference

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

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...


DOS-INL offers new grant application process starting May 31

Justice Sector Training, Research, and Coordination (JusTRAC) 3.0 grant opened on May 31.


Secretary Blinken to Deliver Speech at Helsinki City Hall

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.


Kingdom of Spain Signs the Artemis Accords

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

News 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 ...


Kingdom of Spain Signs the Artemis Accords

News 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 ...


Secretary Blinken to Deliver Speech at Helsinki City Hall

News 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

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

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern Kosovo

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

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


Imposing Sanctions on Syrian Financial Facilitators

Release: Today, the United States is designating under Caesar Act authorities two Syrian money service businesses and affiliated three individuals that provide financial support to the Assad regime. These two Damascus-based exchange companies have facilitated millions of dollars in transfers since 2021 to accounts...


Secretary Blinken’s Call with Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


U.S. Relationship with the Indian Ocean Rim Association and Commitment to the Indian Ocean Region

News Release: U.S.-IORA Relationship. Established in 1999, the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is a leading intergovernmental organization in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). As a Dialogue Partner with IORA since November 2012, the United States has had a lengthy and productive relationship with the organization, ...