Observance of International Youth Day
The United Nations launched International Youth Day in 1998 to elevate youth issues within the international community and celebrate the potential of youth as partners in our global society. Today,…
Assistant Secretary Stewart to Attend 2024 STRATCOM Deterrence Symposium in Omaha
Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability (ADS), Mallory Stewart, will travel to Omaha, Nebraska, August 13-14, 2024, to attend the 2024 United States Strategic Command (STRATCOM)…
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions to Promote Accountability for the Lukashenka Regime
Today marks four years since the fraudulent presidential election in Belarus and the Lukashenka regime’s violent repression of Belarusians living inside and outside the country. In coordination with our allies…
On the Adoption of the UN Convention Against Cybercrime
The United States welcomes the Ad Hoc Committee on Cybercrime’s adoption of the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime. The agreement expands the global fight against cybercrime, which is one of…
Ecuador National Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I send warm greetings to the Ecuadorian people as you celebrate the 215th anniversary of your independence.…
Joint Statement on Belarus – United States Department of State
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Canada and the United Kingdom, and the European Union. Four years on from…
Federal Trade Commission Announces Final Rule Banning Fake Reviews and Testimonials
The Federal Trade Commission today announced a final rule that will combat fake reviews and testimonials by prohibiting their sale or purchase and allow the agency to seek civil penalties…
United States Announces Nearly $536 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Sub-Saharan Africa
On August 8, 2024, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Uzra Zeya announced nearly $536 million in life-saving humanitarian assistance from the United States, including…
Announcement of the Agreement Among the Government of the United States of America, the Government of Australia, and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for Cooperation Related to Naval Nuclear Propulsion
Announcement of the Agreement Among the Government of the United States of America, the Government of Australia, and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland…
U.S. Awards Sponsorship Contract to USA Expo Partners to Fundraise for the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the selection of USA Expo Partners to engage corporate America and recruit sponsors for the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.…