Department of State Press Releases

• Published on September 15, 2017 - 21:19 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: United States and Cuba Hold Third Law Enforcement Dialogue in Washington, DC

  The United States and Cuba held the third Law Enforcement Dialogue in Washington, DC. on Friday, September 15. During the dialogue, the United States and Cuba addressed topics of bilateral interest on national security matters, including fugitives and the …

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• Published on September 15, 2017 - 21:19 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: United States and Brazil Hold Disarmament and Nonproliferation Dialogue

  The United States and Brazil held their 6th Disarmament and Nonproliferation Dialogue in Washington, DC. on September 15. The meeting is one of several ongoing exchanges held by the United States and Brazil to strengthen bilateral cooperation in nuclear …

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• Published on September 15, 2017 - 15:32 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Honduras National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, we offer congratulations to the people of Honduras on the 196th anniversary of your independence. It is an especially fitting time to celebrate a country’s independence during an election year, …

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• Published on September 15, 2017 - 15:32 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Guatemala National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States, we offer our congratulations to the people of Guatemala on the celebration of 196 years of independence. As we affirmed at the June 15-16 Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America, the United …

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• Published on September 15, 2017 - 15:32 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Mexico National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States, please accept our best wishes on the occasion of Mexico’s 207th anniversary of independence September 16. The United States and Mexico are neighbors and partners, connected through family, educational, and …

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• Published on September 15, 2017 - 15:32 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Chile National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, congratulations to the Chilean people on the occasion of Chile’s anniversary of independence on September 18. The United States values our close friendship with Chile, which was evident in the …

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• Published on September 12, 2017 - 10:33 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Tillerson's Call with Mexican Foreign Secretary

  The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Tillerson spoke by telephone this evening with Mexican Foreign Secretary Luis Videgaray. The Secretary offered his condolences for the loss of life and the devastation caused by the …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on September 1, 2017 - 06:56 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks With Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs Luis Videgaray Caso Before Their Meeting

  SECRETARY TILLERSON: Mr. Secretary, welcome. Welcome to the State Department again. It’s always a pleasure to have you here. FOREIGN SECRETARY VIDEGARAY: Thank you. Thank you very much. SECRETARY TILLERSON: Thank you. And I – particularly I want to thank …

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• Published on September 1, 2017 - 06:56 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Criminalizing Dissent in Venezuela

  The United States condemns the call by Venezuela’s illegitimate Constituent Assembly for trials of the political opposition, including members of the democratically-elected legislature, on charges of treason and alleged involvement in Venezuela’s economic …

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• Published on September 1, 2017 - 06:56 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Tillerson's Meeting With Mexican Foreign Secretary Luis Videgaray 

  The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Today U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Foreign Secretary of Mexico Luis Videgaray to review issues of bilateral and regional importance. Secretary Tillerson thanked the Government …

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• Published on September 1, 2017 - 06:56 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Trinidad and Tobago National Day

  On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, congratulations to the people of Trinidad and Tobago on the 55th anniversary of your independence. The United States values Trinidad and Tobago’s shared commitment to regional security, economic …

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• Published on August 19, 2017 - 01:18 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Assumption of Legislative Powers in Venezuela

  The United States strongly condemns the assumption of legislative powers by the illegitimate Constituent Assembly. This power grab is designed to supplant the democratically-elected National Assembly with an authoritarian committee operating above the law. …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on August 16, 2017 - 22:58 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Secretary Tillerson's Meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland

  The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ Today U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson hosted Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland at the State Department in Washington, DC. Foreign Minister Freeland is visiting Washington …

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• Published on August 16, 2017 - 22:18 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Remarks With Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland Before Their Meeting

  SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, welcome. FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: It’s great to be here, Secretary. SECRETARY TILLERSON: Welcome. I want to welcome Minister Freeland again to the State Department, and this is a continuation of a number of opportunities to …

  Distribution channels: Human Rights
• Published on August 5, 2017 - 20:44 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Bolivia Independence Day

  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 …

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• Published on August 5, 2017 - 20:17 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Jamaica Independence Day

  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 …

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• Published on August 3, 2017 - 23:18 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Venezuela's Illegitimate National Constituent Assembly

  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 …

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• Published on July 31, 2017 - 02:43 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Defending Democracy in Venezuela

  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 …

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• Published on July 20, 2017 - 21:07 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: Colombia Independence Day

  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 …

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• Published on July 18, 2017 - 00:40 GMT

  

  Western Hemisphere: An Unequivocal Message From the People of Venezuela

  The United States applauds the courage and determination of Venezuelans who exercised their rights to freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly in defense of their democracy on July 16. Yesterday’s vote was a massive repudiation of the …

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