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Published on March 15, 2023 - 16:07 GMT

Sanctioning Individuals in Bosnia and Herzegovina for Corruption, Destabilizing Activity, and Drug Proliferation

As the United States continues to support reform, we are also promoting accountability for the actions of those undermining democratic institutions and furthering their agenda for political and personal gain at the expense of peace and stability in the …

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Published on March 15, 2023 - 11:53 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen Before Their Meeting

FOREIGN MINISTER MEKONNEN: To start off, Secretary of State, we are happy to receive you here in Addis Ababa today. It’s our honor and a privilege to have such a meeting with this prestigious delegation. I hope you have a (inaudible). Thank you for …

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Published on March 14, 2023 - 19:27 GMT

Saudi Arabia’s Purchase of Boeing Aircraft

The United States welcomes today’s announcement that Saudi Arabia will purchase up to 121 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft equipped with General Electric’s most advanced GEnex engines to anchor the newly-formed Riyadh Air and expand the Saudia Airlines fleet …

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Published on March 13, 2023 - 21:14 GMT

AUKUS Leaders’ Announcement

Today, President Biden, British Prime Minister Sunak, and Australian Prime Minister Albanese announced the optimal pathway for Australia to acquire conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) under the Australia, United Kingdom, and United …

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Published on March 12, 2023 - 05:21 GMT

Mauritius National Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate you and the Mauritian people on the 55th anniversary of Mauritian independence. The United States and Mauritius enjoy a strong relationship based on shared values and mutual respect. We are …

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Published on March 9, 2023 - 21:15 GMT

Sanctioning a Network Supporting Iran’s Aircraft Procurement and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Activities

The United States is designating five entities and one individual based in the People’s Republic of China for sanctions pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. This …

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Published on March 9, 2023 - 18:19 GMT

The President’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget

The Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are leading extraordinary global efforts in 2023 to advance our vision of a free, open, secure, and prosperous world and to deliver on the issues that matter most to the lives …

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Published on March 9, 2023 - 17:14 GMT

Designating Iran Sanctions Evasion Networks

We are imposing sanctions on a “shadow banking” network of 39 entities across multiple jurisdictions. These multi-jurisdictional illicit finance systems provide sanctioned Iranian entities access to the international financial system and enable them to …

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Published on March 9, 2023 - 03:09 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the 17th Annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards Ceremony

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. Please take a seat. And it is a special honor for me to be able to say, welcome to the White House. (Applause.) And welcome especially to the 2023 International Women of Courage Awards Ceremony to all of …

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Published on March 8, 2023 - 17:09 GMT

Sanctioning Those Connected to Human Rights Abuses in Iran

Today – on International Women’s Day – the United States is taking action in coordination with the European Union, United Kingdom, and Australia to promote accountability for the Iranian regime’s continued human rights abuses, particularly those against …

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Published on March 8, 2023 - 16:00 GMT

Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the Burma and Bangladesh Regional Crisis

During the launch of the 2023 Joint Response Plan for the Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis in Bangladesh today, the Department of State announced nearly $26 million in additional humanitarian assistance for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and the region, for …

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Published on March 8, 2023 - 14:55 GMT

Celebrating International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, the United States stands with the international community in celebrating the tenacity, determination, and leadership of women and girls around the world and the immense contributions and accomplishments they achieve toward …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 23:45 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Trinidadian and Tobagonian Foreign Minister Amery Browne Before Their Meeting

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. It’s a pleasure to welcome Foreign Minister Browne here. Amery, welcome. Good to have you at the State Department and very glad especially for this opportunity to continue to deepen the already strong …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 22:37 GMT

Ned Price’s Service as the Department Spokesperson

This month, Ned Price will step down as the State Department’s Spokesperson. Ned began as Spokesperson on January 20, 2021. Within days of taking on the role, he restored the Department’s daily press briefings, giving journalists the chance to regularly …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 07:12 GMT

The Historic Announcements by the Governments of the Republic of Korea and Japan

We welcome today’s historic announcements by the Governments of the Republic of Korea and Japan regarding the conclusion of discussions on sensitive historical issues. The ROK and Japan are two of the United States’ most important allies, and we are …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 07:12 GMT

Ghana National Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I join President Akufo-Addo and the people of Ghana in celebrating 66 years of independence on March 6. We greatly value the close cooperation between Ghana and the United States on a wide range of shared …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 07:12 GMT

Designation of Syrian Military Official

As the United States and the world comes to the aid of the Syrian people in the aftermath of last month’s earthquakes, we are reminded that their humanitarian suffering long predates this natural disaster. This month marks the twelfth year of conflict in …

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Published on March 3, 2023 - 18:28 GMT

Additional U.S. Military Assistance for Ukraine

This week, as Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine continues at great cost, we are again reminded of the boundless courage and steadfast resolve of the people of Ukraine as well as the strong support for Ukraine in the international community. …

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Published on March 3, 2023 - 17:07 GMT

Designating Russian Nationals Involved in Serious Human Rights Abuses against Vladimir Kara-Murza

Today, we are designating six individuals in connection with the arbitrary detention of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a prominent Russian pro-democracy activist, human rights defender, and critic of the Kremlin who has been imprisoned in Moscow since April 2022 for …

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Published on March 3, 2023 - 15:49 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken with Geeta Mohan of India Today

QUESTION: This is an India Today world exclusive. The most prominent voice from the G20 ministerial is joining us here on India Today today. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, many thanks for joining us and doing this. SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good to …

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