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SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to the State Department and welcome to the second Summit for Democracy.

Summit for Democracy: Democracy Cohort Outcomes

Since 2021, the Summit for Democracy process has focused attention on how governments and non-governmental actors can work together to strengthening democratic institutions and processes, protect human rights, and advance the fight against corruption.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken at a Virtual Panel Session on “A Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine”

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, everyone.

2023 Roadmap for the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse

The Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse (Global Partnership) is a commitment from the first Summit for Democracy, and an action coalition of the Denmark Tech for Democracy initiative.

The United States Convenes Freedom Online Coalition Member States and Other Stakeholders in Washington, D.C.

On March 27-28, the United States, as the 2023 chair of the Freedom Online Coalition (FOC), convened the Coalition’s 36 member States, Observers, and Advisory Network of external stakeholders for a Strategy and Coordination Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Belarus Freedom Day

Today, we celebrate, along with Belarusians across the world, Belarus Freedom Day.

Secretary Blinken’s Participation in the Second Summit for Democracy

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will participate in the second Summit for Democracy on March 28-30, 2023 in Washington, D.C.

Online Briefing with Uzra Zeya, Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights.

Good afternoon from the State Department’s Brussels Media Hub.

Peace and Security in Africa: The Impact of Development Policies in the Implementation of the Silencing the Guns Initiative

At the outset, I would like to first thank President Nyusi for chairing today’s important discussion and congratulate him on Mozambique’s successful Security Council presidency.

Under Secretary Zeya’s Travel to New York City

Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to New York City from March 29-30.

Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks at the CECC Hearing, “Preserving Tibet: Cultural Erasure, Forced Assimilation, & Coercion of Tibetans in the U.S.”

Good morning. Thank you, Representative Smith, Senator Merkley, and my fellow distinguished commissioners for the opportunity to speak today on this timely and important topic.

Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks for “No Democracy Without Unions: Labor Movements as Defenders of Democratic Rights”

Good morning and a heartfelt thanks to Thea and her team for having me here.

Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks at “Imprisoned Without Just Cause: #FreeThemAll” event hosted by the Lithuanian Embassy

It is wonderful to be here among friends and colleagues. A heartfelt thank you to our Lithuanian partners, including Vice Foreign Minister Adomenas and Ambassador Plepyte, for their generous hospitality.

U.S. Humanitarian and Development Assistance for Venezuela Regional Crisis

The United States is the largest single donor for the humanitarian response to the Venezuela regional crisis, providing assistance that supports refugees, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable populations of concern.

Observing the First International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Muslims worldwide too often face discrimination and hatred based on their religious beliefs. Last year, the United Nations declared March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia.

IRFBA Chair’s Statement on Vietnamese Religious Prisoners of Conscience Y Yich and Y Pum Bya

As Chair of the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance, I express my grave concern at the imprisonment of two Montagnard Christians in Vietnam.

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with New Zealand Foreign Minister Mahuta

Release: The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with New Zealand Foreign Minister Mahuta

News Release: The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel

Departure of Assistant Secretary Monica Medina

Release: Monica Medina has served as Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) since September 2021 as well as the Special Envoy for Biodiversity and Water Resources. During that time, she has led U.S. efforts on some of the most urgent global challenges issues...

Combating Systemic Corruption in Haiti