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Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting on Economic Development in the Dominican Republic
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.
Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Singapore and the Republic of Korea
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: Counselor Derek Chollet will lead a delegation to Singapore and Seoul, the Republic of Korea (ROK) April 13-17. Joined by Ambassador and head of the Sanctions Coordination Office Jim O’Brien, Counselor Chollet will engage with senior government leaders and key stakeholders on bilateral and regional issues.
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry’s Travel to Japan
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Sapporo, Japan, April 14-16 and Tokyo, Japan, April 17-18. In Sapporo, Secretary Kerry will continue efforts to advance international cooperation on combating the climate crisis at the G7 Ministers’ Meeting on Climate, Energy, and Environment.
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism publishes four press releases or notices in January
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were four press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism in January.
Bahrain and Qatar Restore Diplomatic Ties
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: The United States congratulates our key partners Bahrain and Qatar on their decision to resume diplomatic ties. This breakthrough represents a crucial step in our collective efforts to forge a more integrated, stable, peaceful, and prosperous region. The United States has sought to promote regional integration and de-escalation, including among these two important partners and Gulf Cooperation Council member states.
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting With President Abinader and FM Álvarez of the Dominican Republic
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.
U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious Freedom publishes three press releases or notices in December 2022
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were three press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious Freedom in December 2022.
The U.S. Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Launch a Call for Concept Proposals for the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition Program
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: The Department of State, in partnership with USAID, has launched the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition (BFET) program by issuing an initial request for concept proposals for private sector-led blended finance structures.
18 press releases or notices published in December 2022 by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were 18 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs in December 2022.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Cohen
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Eli Cohen this evening and reaffirmed the importance of the enduring U.S. – Israel bilateral relationship.
Judgment in Certain Iranian Assets Case
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Today the International Court of Justice issued a judgment in the Certain Iranian Assets case rejecting the vast majority of Iran’s case under the now-terminated Treaty of Amity.
Digital Briefing with Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s London International Media Hub.
Mark Swidan’s Suspended Death Sentence
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: Today the People’s Republic of China’s Jiangmen Intermediate Court denied wrongfully detained U.S. national Mark Swidan’s appeal, and upheld his death penalty with a two-year suspended death sentence. We are disappointed by this decision and will continue to press for his immediate release and return ...
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Al Sabah
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Salem Al Sabah to discuss shared regional and global priorities.
Targeting Syrian and Lebanese Illicit Drug Traffickers
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s family members and associates rely on the illicit drug trade to fund his regime’s violent oppression and abuse of the Syrian people.
The United States – Vietnam Relationship: Celebrating 10 Years of Comprehensive Partnership and 28 Years of Diplomatic Relations
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: This year is the 10th anniversary of the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership launched by then-Presidents Obama and Sang in 2013. As we mark this anniversary, we look forward to expanding our partnership in the years ahead. Built on a foundation of trust and mutual desire to overcome the legacies ...
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs publishes seven press releases or notices in December 2022
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were seven press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs in December 2022.
Mark Swidan’s Suspended Death Sentence
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: Today the People’s Republic of China’s Jiangmen Intermediate Court denied wrongfully detained U.S. national Mark Swidan’s appeal, and upheld his death penalty with a two-year suspended death sentence. We are disappointed by this decision and will continue to press for his immediate release and return...
Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Singapore and the Republic of Korea
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: Counselor Derek Chollet will lead a delegation to Singapore and Seoul, the Republic of Korea (ROK) April 13-17. Joined by Ambassador and head of the Sanctions Coordination Office Jim O’Brien, Counselor Chollet will engage with senior government leaders and key stakeholders on bilateral and regional issues.
U.S. – Cuba Migration Talks Held April 12 in Washington
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: On April 12, U.S. and Cuban officials met in Washington, DC to discuss the implementation of the U.S.-Cuba Migration Accords. This bilateral discussion reflects a commitment by both countries to regularly review the implementation of the Accords. The Department of Homeland Security’s Deputy Assistant...