On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to the Republic of Indonesia as it celebrates its National Day and 72nd year of independence on August 17th. The United States and Indonesia share much in common as two …
Hunger is on the rise due to escalating and prolonged conflict and displacement. Some 1.4 million people have been forced to flee their homes in Kasaï region over the past year. 14 August 2017, Kinshasa – Amid rising violence and displacement in the …
On behalf of the people of the United States, our congratulations to the people of Chad as you celebrate your 57th year of independence on August 11. The United States commends Chad’s contributions to international peacekeeping operations and Chad’s …
Drought has devastated herders’ livelihoods, with many animals dying or falling ill. 11 August 2017, Addis Ababa - Supporting herders to get back on their feet and preventing further livestock losses and suffering are crucial in drought-hit Ethiopia where …
Senior Bureau Official for African Affairs Peter Barlerin will travel to Togo from August 7 – August 10 as part of the delegation led by U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to attend the 2017 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, held …
On behalf of the United States Government, congratulations to the people of Bolivia on the anniversary of your independence on August 6. The United States and the people of Bolivia enjoy a deep and lasting relationship based on mutual respect. We take …
On behalf of the United States, congratulations to the Jamaican people on the 55th anniversary of your independence on August 6. Jamaica plays an important role as a regional leader, most recently with its efforts on economic reform. We look forward to …
The United States congratulates the people of Rwanda on their active and peaceful participation in the presidential election held August 4. However, we are disturbed by irregularities observed during voting and reiterate long-standing concerns over the …
The United States considers the Venezuelan National Constituent Assembly the illegitimate product of a flawed process designed by the Maduro dictatorship to further its assault on democracy. The process was rigged from the start, from the irregular manner …
Butter and a variety of fats and cheeses for sale at a city market in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Tighter export availabilities pushed butter prices to a new high in July. 3 August 2017, Rome - Global food prices rose for the third consecutive month in July, …
Local farmers will be able to restart farming activities with rehabilitated irrigation and other infrastructure. 2 August 2017, Erbil - Many vulnerable rural families in Iraq can now benefit from a safer, more secure means of receiving income thanks to …
Combating illegal logging is essential to ensure forests contribute to sustainable development. 1 August 2017, Vientiane - FAO together with the European Union (EU) is stepping up support for the legal timber trade in the Lao People's Democratic …
The United States condemns recurring violations of the ceasefire that have occurred in Mali between signatory armed groups to the 2015 Algiers Peace Accord. We urge the parties to end hostilities immediately and to strictly comply with their obligations …
The United States condemns the elections imposed on July 30 for the National Constituent Assembly, which is designed to replace the legitimately elected National Assembly and undermine the Venezuelan people’s right to self-determination. The United States …
Acting Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs and Acting Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Ambassador Alice Wells will travel to New Delhi, India and Islamabad, Pakistan on her introductory trip to the region, …
Researchers for the National Forest Assessment in Viet Nam are using laser technology devices to measure tree height and thickness in areas of the forest that are inaccessible. 26 July 2017, Rome - FAO has developed new guidelines aimed at helping …
Colombian president Juan Manuel Santos (L) shakes hand with FAO Director-General Jose Graziano da Silva (R) and European Commissioner for International Cooperation and Development Neven Mimica. 21 July 2017, Bogotá - During a visit to Colombia, FAO …
Pope Francis speaking at FAO in 2014. 21 July 2017, Rome - In an unprecedented move, Pope Francis has symbolically donated €25,000 to FAO's efforts supporting people facing food insecurity and famine in East Africa. Pope Francis said the funds are …
On behalf of the United States, congratulations to the Colombian people on the 207th anniversary of your independence. As the first Independence Day celebrated since the historic peace agreement which ended half a century of conflict, this is an especially …
FAO Director-General meeting with the President of Panama, Juan Carlos Varela. 19 July 2017, Panama – During his visit to Panama, FAO Director-General José Graziano da Silva signed four cooperation agreements aimed at accelerating the eradication of hunger …
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