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• Published on January 10, 2019 - 21:21 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Pompeo's Call With Venezuelan National Assembly President Juan Guaidó

  The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino:‎ Secretary Pompeo spoke by phone today with Juan Guaidó and congratulated Mr. Guaidó on his recent swearing-in as Venezuela’s new President of the democratically elected National Assembly …

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• Published on January 10, 2019 - 21:17 GMT

  

  Africa: The Provisional Election Results in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

  The United States takes note of the National Independent Electoral Commission's announcement of the provisional results of December 30 elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We congratulate the millions of courageous voters who went to …

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• Published on January 10, 2019 - 15:06 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Actions Against Venezuela's Corrupt Regime

  The United States condemns Maduro’s illegitimate usurpation of power today following the unfree and unfair elections he imposed on the Venezuelan people on May 20, 2018. The United States remains steadfast in its support of the Venezuelan people and will …

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• Published on January 5, 2019 - 23:59 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Swearing in of Venezuela's New National Assembly President

  Today the United States celebrates the swearing-in of the new Executive Board of Venezuela’s National Assembly led by Deputy Juan Guaidó as its President. Chargé d’Affaires James Story attended this important event. The National Assembly is the only …

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• Published on January 2, 2019 - 17:54 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks With Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Before Their Meeting

  PRESIDENT BOLSONARO: (In progress, via interpreter) for some reason, we’re enemies. It is now, by contrast, it is just the opposite. We are friends, and we are aware of our position. We are also aware of what we have. By means of our partnership, I would …

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• Published on January 2, 2019 - 17:14 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks With Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Arajuo at a Press Availability

  MODERATOR: (Via interpreter) We announce the presence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brazil, Ambassador Ernesto Araujo, followed by the Secretary of State of the United States, Mr. Mike Pompeo. Right now will have the floor the Minister of Foreign …

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• Published on January 1, 2019 - 15:36 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Pompeo's Meeting With Peruvian Foreign Minister Néstor Popolizio Bardales

  The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Peruvian Foreign Minister Néstor Popolizio Bardales in Brasilia, Brazil. The two leaders discussed ongoing U.S.-Peru cooperation on …

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• Published on December 22, 2018 - 00:17 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Joint Statement on the Government of Nicaragua's Cancelation of the Legal Standing of Civil Society ...

  The text of the following statement on Nicaragua was released by the Governments of Australia, Chile, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, the United States of …

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• Published on December 21, 2018 - 22:07 GMT

  

  Africa: Joint Statement on Harassment of East African Monitoring Group Near Juba

  The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Norway, and the United Kingdom. Begin text: The Troika (United States, Norway, and the UK) join the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in …

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• Published on December 20, 2018 - 17:08 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: United States Action To Confront Illegal Immigration

  Today the United States Government announced historic action to confront the illegal immigration crisis facing the United States. We notified the Government of Mexico that the United States is invoking Section 235(b)(2)(c) of the Immigration and …

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• Published on December 19, 2018 - 16:33 GMT

  

  South and Central Asia: Remarks at a Dinner Reception in Honor of Foreign Minister Pradeep Gyawali of Nepal

  Good evening. Namaste. Thank you Ambassador Karki and Mrs. Thakuri for hosting this lovely reception. Foreign Minister Gyawali, Foreign Secretary Bairagi, members of your visiting delegation, distinguished guests and friends: It is my honor to join you …

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• Published on December 14, 2018 - 21:19 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Press Availability at the U.S. - Canada 2+2 Ministerial

  SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you all for being here with us today. Secretary Mattis and I are very pleased to welcome our Canadian counterparts, Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland and Minister of Defense Harjit Sajjan, to Washington. Welcome. It was a great day …

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• Published on December 14, 2018 - 14:18 GMT

  

  Africa: Nigeria at a Crossroads: The Upcoming Elections

  Introduction Chairman Smith, Ranking Member Bass, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today regarding the upcoming elections in Nigeria. I am also pleased to be joined by my USAID colleague, Senior Deputy …

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• Published on December 12, 2018 - 21:00 GMT

  

  Africa: "Development, Diplomacy, and Defense: Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa"

  Thank you Chairman Royce, Ranking Member Engel, and Members of the Committee for the opportunity to testify today on U.S. policy toward Africa, and to my colleague and friend Ramsey Day of USAID here with me today. I also want to express my gratitude to …

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• Published on December 11, 2018 - 23:09 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Deputy Secretary John J. Sullivan Hosts Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism Ministerial

  On December 11, 2018, Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan hosted a ministerial on counterterrorism at the Department of State focused on the Western Hemisphere. Thirteen key North, Central, and South American partners joined for this meeting, …

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• Published on December 11, 2018 - 17:01 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks at the Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism Ministerial

  DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you very much. Good morning, everyone. Thank you, Nathan, for that kind introduction. It’s my pleasure to welcome you all – esteemed ministers, colleagues, and guests – to this important discussion on counterterrorism in …

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• Published on December 11, 2018 - 13:50 GMT

  

  Africa: Burkina Faso's National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the Government and people of Burkina Faso as you celebrate your national day on December 11. The United States supports Burkina Faso’s efforts to build stronger democratic …

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• Published on December 10, 2018 - 22:33 GMT

  

  Africa: Secretary Pompeo's Meeting With Senegalese Prime Minister Mohammed Dionne

  The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino:‎ Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Senegalese Prime Minister Mohammed Dionne today in Washington, D.C. The Secretary reiterated the United States’ commitment to Senegal with the signing …

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• Published on December 10, 2018 - 17:26 GMT

  

  Africa: On Senegal's Millennium Challenge Compact

  On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Senegal on the signing of its Millennium Challenge Corporation Compact. The $550 million Senegal Power Compact will modernize and strengthen Senegal’s power sector to increase economic growth and reduce …

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• Published on December 9, 2018 - 15:10 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Deputy Secretary Sullivan To Host Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism Ministerial

  Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will host a ministerial on counterterrorism cooperation in the Western Hemisphere on December 11, 2018. Senior officials from twelve key North, Central, and South American partners will attend, including Argentina …

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