Mark Swidan’s Suspended Death Sentence
Today the People’s Republic of China’s Jiangmen Intermediate Court denied wrongfully detained U.S. national Mark Swidan’s appeal, and upheld his death penalty with a two-year suspended death sentence. We are…
The U.S. Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Launch a Call for Concept Proposals for the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition Program
The Department of State, in partnership with USAID, has launched the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition (BFET) program by issuing an initial request for concept proposals for private sector-led…
Day 416: war diaries w/Former Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin
There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and…
Bahrain and Qatar Restore Diplomatic Ties
The United States congratulates our key partners Bahrain and Qatar on their decision to resume diplomatic ties. This breakthrough represents a crucial step in our collective efforts to forge a…
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry’s Travel to Japan
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Sapporo, Japan, April 14-16 and Tokyo, Japan, April 17-18. In Sapporo, Secretary Kerry will continue efforts to advance international cooperation…
18th Annual NATO Conference on Arms Control, Disarmament and Weapons of Mass Destruction Non-Proliferation, April 17-20
The United States and NATO are co-hosting the 18th Annual NATO Conference on Arms Control, Disarmament and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Non-Proliferation, April 17-20, 2023, in Washington, D.C. NATO…
U.S. – Cuba Migration Talks Held April 12 in Washington
On April 12, U.S. and Cuban officials met in Washington, DC to discuss the implementation of the U.S.-Cuba Migration Accords. This bilateral discussion reflects a commitment by both countries to…
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting on Economic Development in the Dominican Republic
The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez, Minister of the Presidency Joel Santos,…
Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Singapore and the Republic of Korea
Counselor Derek Chollet will lead a delegation to Singapore and Seoul, the Republic of Korea (ROK) April 13-17. Joined by Ambassador and head of the Sanctions Coordination Office Jim O’Brien,…
Lao New Year 2023 – United States Department of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warm regards to the Lao people as you celebrate Lao New Year this week. The United States greatly values…