On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Switzerland as you celebrate your National Day and honor the founding of your confederation. The United States deeply values our partnership with Switzerland and our shared commitment …
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to the people of Benin on the sixty-second anniversary of Benin’s independence. We value the U.S. – Benin relationship, which has advanced regional security, economic …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. So we just concluded the inaugural meeting of the new U.S.-Japan Economic Consultative Committee, otherwise known as the EPCC or “epic.” Secretary Raimondo and I were very glad to welcome our colleagues here …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning everyone. Ministers Hayashi, Hagiuda, Secretary Raimondo, it’s wonderful to welcome each of you here to the State Department. And Gina and I are delighted to welcome you to Washington for what is the inaugural …
The Russian Federation has demonstrated determination in its attempts to undermine the democratic processes and institutions essential to the functioning of our democracy and that of other countries. It is crucial for our democracy, and democracies around …
On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my best wishes in celebration of your National Day on July 30. As we all emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, we look forward to reconnecting and supporting the return of Peace Corps Volunteers to Vanuatu, a …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. First, let me say it is always a particular pleasure to visit our neighbors at the U.S. Institute of Peace. Lise, thank you so much for hosting us. It’s wonderful to be here. And Rina, to you, to our special …
On behalf of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of Peru as you celebrate the 201st anniversary of your independence. The strong partnership between the United States and Peru remains grounded in shared democratic values, …
The United States strongly supports Tunisia’s democracy and the aspirations of the Tunisian people for a secure and prosperous future. Tunisia’s July 25 constitutional referendum was marked by low voter participation. We share the concerns expressed by …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. Madam President, Prime Minister, wonderful to have both of you here at the State Department and in the United States. Kosovo is a steadfast partner of the United States, and I think as you all know, …
On behalf of the United States of America, I would like to congratulate the people of Liberia on this momentous year, which sees both the bicentennial of the arrival of the first free Black American settlers in what would become Liberia, and the 175th …
On behalf of the United States of America, I send my best wishes to the Maldivian people on their Independence Day on July 26. The relationship between the United States and Maldives grows stronger with every passing day as we create a more just, …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. Mr. President, it’s a pleasure to have you here at the State Department in the United States. To our colleagues, I’m especially pleased to be able to meet today with the president of Guyana. We’ve come off …
SECRETARY BLINKEN: This is really a remarkable space. First of all, I remember when I was last at State and some of these efforts were in a more nascent stage. It’s particularly wonderful and powerful to see what you’ve done, both with the Access Center …
The United States condemns in the strongest terms the Burma military regime’s executions of pro-democracy activists and elected leaders Ko Jimmy, Phyo Zeya Thaw, Hla Myo Aung, and Aung Thura Zaw for the exercise of their fundamental freedoms. These …
The United States strongly condemns the Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian port of Odesa today. Just 24 hours after finalizing a deal to allow the resumption of Ukrainian agricultural exports through the Black Sea, Russia breached its commitments by …
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people and Government of Egypt on your National Day. This year marks 100 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Egypt, and we look forward to …
The people of Ukraine inspire the world as they defend their country and their freedom in the face of Russia’s brutal and unprovoked aggression. The United States continues to stand with Allies and partners from more than 50 countries in providing vital …
The United Nations, the Republic of Turkey, Ukraine, and Russia have committed to a plan for resuming Ukrainian exports through the Black Sea and getting millions of tons of Ukrainian grain to those who need it around the world. The United States welcomes …
The United States is designating former Paraguayan President Horacio Manuel Cartes Jara for his involvement in significant corruption. Former President Cartes obstructed a major international investigation into transnational crime in order to protect …
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