The United States and Niger: A Strategic Partnership
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s travel to Niger on March 16, 2023, is the country’s first visit by a U.S. Secretary of State. He will meet with President Mohamed…
Joint Statement from the 13th U.S.-Japan Policy Cooperation Dialogue on the Internet Economy
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Japan on the occasion of 13th U.S.-Japan Policy Cooperation Dialogue on the…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Yonathan Yosef of Fana Broadcasting
QUESTION: Thank you, Secretary of State. Thank you for having us here. Thank you for visiting Ethiopia at this critical time. It means a lot and it shows a really…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Ethiopian Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide Following Tour of UN Logistics Center Warehouse
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. We’ve had an enduring partnership when it comes to humanitarian assistance with Ethiopia, going back decades. And it’s enduring because we’ve had periods of…
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Japanese Vice Minister Mori
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke today with Japanese Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Mori Takeo. Deputy Secretary Sherman welcomed the…
Observing the First International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Muslims worldwide too often face discrimination and hatred based on their religious beliefs. Last year, the United Nations declared March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. This date…
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) Signatories
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary Blinken met with the signatories of the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA). Government of Ethiopia National Security Advisor Redwan Hussein…
Assistant Secretary Leaf’s Travel to Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia
Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf will travel to Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia March 15-25, 2023. Assistant Secretary Leaf will travel to Jordan from March…
Russian Noncompliance with and Invalid Suspension of the New START Treaty
Russia’s noncompliance with the New START Treaty, and its claimed suspension of the treaty, are unfortunate and irresponsible steps. Mutual compliance with New START strengthens the security of the United…
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…