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Published on February 3, 2023 - 15:29 GMT

Ambassador Fick’s Travel to Seoul, Republic of Korea and the ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting, in Boracay, Philippines

On February 6-10, Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy Nathaniel C. Fick will travel to Seoul, Republic of Korea for consultations with government and industry leaders, followed by participation in the ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meetings in …

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Published on February 3, 2023 - 05:05 GMT

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with His Majesty King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. They discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues critical to the strategic …

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Published on February 3, 2023 - 02:36 GMT

Under Secretary Nuland’s Meeting with Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Al Thani

Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland and Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani co-chaired the Global Discussions working group, within the fifth annual U.S.-Qatar Strategic …

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Published on February 3, 2023 - 00:09 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Swedish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Knutsson

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met Swedish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Jan Knutsson today in Washington, D.C. The Deputy Secretary reiterated U.S. support for Sweden and Finland’s NATO …

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Published on February 3, 2023 - 00:09 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Estonian Secretary General Vseviov

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with the Secretary General of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jonatan Vseviov today in Washington, D.C. Deputy Secretary Sherman and Secretary …

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Published on February 2, 2023 - 01:19 GMT

Actions to Impose Additional Visa Restrictions in Response to the Taliban’s Ban on Women’s University Education and Working with ...

I am taking action today to impose additional visa restrictions on certain current or former Taliban members, members of non-state security groups, and other individuals believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, repressing women and girls in …

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Published on February 2, 2023 - 01:19 GMT

Counselor Chollet’s Meeting with Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Members Cvijanovic, Komsic, and Becirovic

Counselor of the State Department Derek Chollet and U.S. Special Representative to the Western Balkans Gabriel Escobar met with Members of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Zeljka Cvijanovic, Zeljko Komsic, and Denis Becirovic today in Washington, D …

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Published on February 2, 2023 - 01:19 GMT

The Burma Military Regime’s Extension of State of Emergency

The United States strongly opposes the Burma military regime’s decision to extend the state of emergency, prolonging the military’s illegitimate rule and the suffering it inflicts upon the country. As we enter the third year since the regime’s unjust and …

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Published on February 2, 2023 - 01:18 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Rwandan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Biruta

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Rwandan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Vincent Biruta today. They discussed regional security issues of mutual interest, …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 22:46 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Chief of Staff for Navalny, Leonid Volkov

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Leonid Volkov, Chief of Staff to Russian opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Aleksey Navalny today in Washington. She expressed the U. …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 22:46 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Algerian Foreign Minister Lamamra

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman spoke today with Algerian Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra on a range of issues critical to bilateral cooperation, regional security, and global …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 22:46 GMT

State Department Engages with Gold Industry to Discuss Sanctions

Yesterday, Ambassador James O’Brien, Head of the Office of Sanctions Coordination, led an interagency discussion with leading companies and associations across the gold sector. The meeting focused on the importance of the gold industry’s robust …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 22:46 GMT

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Peruvian Foreign Minister Gervasi

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Peruvian Foreign Minister Ana Cecilia Gervasi yesterday in Washington, DC. Deputy Secretary Sherman expressed U.S. support for Peru and President …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 20:02 GMT

Introduction of New Senior Advisor for Caucasus Negotiations

I am appointing Louis L. Bono, a member of the Senior Foreign Service, as Senior Advisor for Caucasus Negotiations. In this capacity, Mr. Bono will work with regional leaders to advance the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan and to address Russia …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 20:02 GMT

Release of Convicted Murderer of U.S. Embassy Personnel

The United States expresses our deep concern over the January 30 release of Abdel-Ra’uf Abuzaid, one of the individuals convicted of the 2008 murders of our colleagues John Granville and Abdel Rahman Abbas. Abdel-Ra’uf Abuzaid remains a Specially …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 20:02 GMT

Annual Global Human Rights Defender Award Recipients Announced

Today, the Department of State announced the winners of the annual Global Human Rights Defender Awards. Protecting and supporting human rights defenders remains a key U.S. foreign policy priority as they are integral to democracy, access to justice, a …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 20:02 GMT

Opening of the U.S. Embassy in Honiara, Solomon Islands

Today we are opening the U.S. Embassy in Honiara, Solomon Islands less than one year after we announced our intent to open it. Doing so symbolizes a renewal of our relationship and underlines the strength of our commitment to our bilateral relations, the …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 17:17 GMT

The Mosque Bombing in Peshawar, Pakistan

The United States strongly condemns the January 30 bombing at a mosque in Peshawar’s Police Lines district. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the many who lost their lives as a result of this senseless act of terrorism. It only …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 17:17 GMT

Sanctioning Evasion Network Supporting Russia’s Military-Industrial Complex

The United States, in coordination with our allies and partners, will continue to fully enforce our sanctions against Russia’s war machine and those that support its efforts. These actions will decrease Russia’s ability to wage war and weaken its military …

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Published on February 1, 2023 - 03:53 GMT

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Moroccan Foreign Minister Bourita

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita on shared priorities in the bilateral relationship and efforts to advance regional stability. Secretary …

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