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• Published on February 15, 2019 - 22:13 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: The United States Delivers Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Cucuta, Colombia for the People of Venezuela

  The United States is responding to Interim President Juan Guaido’s request to help meet the urgent needs of the people of Venezuela. On February 16, the Department of State, USAID, and the Department of Defense, in a cooperative effort, will deliver aid …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on February 15, 2019 - 13:38 GMT

  

  Africa: Egypt Assumes African Union Presidency

  The United States congratulates Egypt on the start of its presidency of the African Union and looks forward to working together on the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Africa. During Egypt’s chairpersonship, we anticipate continuing our work with …

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• Published on February 7, 2019 - 19:55 GMT

  

  Africa: Upcoming Nigerian Elections

  The United States government supports a free, fair, transparent, and peaceful election that reflects the will of the Nigerian people. It is critical that the Independent National Electoral Commission operates free from outside pressure and intimidation and …

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• Published on February 7, 2019 - 02:22 GMT

  

  South and Central Asia: Remarks for the Sri Lanka National Day Reception

  As Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Chargé Dissanayake. It is an honor to be here with you, your distinguished colleagues, and friends of Sri Lanka as we gather to commemorate your National Day. As someone who has visited Sri Lanka, including for the …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on February 5, 2019 - 02:13 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Pompeo's Meeting With the Lima Group

  The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: At the invitation of the Lima Group, Secretary Michael R. Pompeo participated via videoconference today in the Lima Group foreign ministers meeting, which Canada hosted. The Lima Group was …

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• Published on February 4, 2019 - 19:44 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela's Interim President by Several European Countries

  We welcome the decision today by Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom to recognize Juan Guaido as the Interim President …

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• Published on February 4, 2019 - 16:40 GMT

  

  South and Central Asia: Himalayan New Year (Losar)

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my warmest wishes to the peoples of the Himalayan region and Tibetans throughout the world -- including those in Bhutan, Nepal, India, and the Tibetan areas of the People’s Republic of …

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• Published on February 4, 2019 - 10:14 GMT

  

  South and Central Asia: Sri Lanka's National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend to Sri Lanka very warm wishes as you commemorate your national day. The United States remains eager to build on our partnership with Sri Lanka and advance shared interests in the Indo- …

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• Published on February 2, 2019 - 00:35 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Interview With Sean Hannity of Fox News

  QUESTION: All right, so much happening around the globe. Joining us now is Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Mr. Secretary, always good to see you and thank you for joining us. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good to be with you. Thank you, Sean. Thanks for having me on …

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• Published on January 28, 2019 - 22:03 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Sanctions Against PDVSA and Venezuela Oil Sector

  Today, the United States has taken necessary actions to prevent the illegitimate former Maduro regime from further plundering Venezuela’s assets and natural resources. The United States has determined that persons operating in Venezuela’s oil sector may …

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• Published on January 28, 2019 - 18:40 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Interview With Gustau Alegret of NTN24

  QUESTION: Secretary Pompeo, thank you for taking the time and talking to us. SECRETARY POMPEO: Great to be with you. Thank you. QUESTION: In the last 24 hours, the U.S. changed its mind and request the U.S. personnel to leave Venezuela. Why you change your …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on January 27, 2019 - 23:57 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Representative of the Government of Venezuela to the United States

  The United States accepted interim President Juan Guaido’s designation of Carlos Alfredo Vecchio as the Chargé d’Affaires of the Government of Venezuela to the United States on January 25. Mr. Vecchio will have authority over diplomatic affairs in the …

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• Published on January 26, 2019 - 18:11 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks at a Press Stakeout

  SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning. The United States is very proud that we had a long overdue meeting here of the UN Security Council today and we are equally proud to stand with the Venezuelan people as they protest and restore democracy in their nation. …

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• Published on January 26, 2019 - 17:05 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks at a United Nations Security Council Meeting on Venezuela

  Good morning. On behalf of President Trump and the American people I first want to thank Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas of the Dominican Republic, the current president of the Security Council, for scheduling this meeting. My former colleague, Ambassador …

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• Published on January 26, 2019 - 16:33 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks Before a Procedural Vote at a UN Security Council Meeting on Venezuela

  Thank you, Mr. President. The focus of the UN Security Council is to safeguard international peace and security. The former Maduro regime has oppressed its people for years, forcing millions of Venezuelans to flee the country merely to gain very basic …

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• Published on January 25, 2019 - 23:39 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks on Venezuela

  SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. Today I am incredibly excited to announce that a seasoned, principled, and tough-minded foreign policy veteran is joining our State Department team. Elliott Abrams is coming aboard to lead our efforts on …

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• Published on January 25, 2019 - 15:45 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Continuing U.S. Diplomatic Presence in Venezuela

  The United States stands with interim President Juan Guaido, the democratically elected National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as they peacefully restore constitutional order to their country. We stand ready to support interim President Guaido as …

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• Published on January 25, 2019 - 15:45 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks at the Organization of American States

  SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much. The United States is a friend of Venezuela and of the Venezuelan people. We have watched Venezuelans suffer for far too long. We know what they know, that the tyranny of the now defunct Maduro regime has far too long …

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• Published on January 23, 2019 - 19:27 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela's Interim President

  The United States recognizes Juan Guaido as the new interim President of Venezuela, and strongly supports his courageous decision to assume that role pursuant to Article 233 of Venezuela’s constitution and supported by the National Assembly, in restoring …

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• Published on January 19, 2019 - 14:04 GMT

  

  Africa: Congratulatory Statement on Madagascar's Presidential Election

  The United States commends the Malagasy government and its citizens for the peaceful presidential election, which further strengthens Madagascar’s democracy. Since Madagascar’s independence in 1960, the United States has supported the development of the …

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