Final Report of the UN Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The United States shares the concerns expressed in the final report of the UN Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and supports its continued investigation…
Secretary Blinken’s Participation in the NATO Public Forum
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will participate in a conversation to kick off the 2024 NATO Public Forum. The event will be hosted by the German Marshall Fund (GMF)…
Statement of Concern Related to Certain Minerals Supply Chains from Rwanda and Eastern DRC
The Department of State has issued a Statement of Concern focused on certain minerals supply chains from Rwanda and eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The statement clarifies the…
Departure of Assistant Secretary for Political-Military Affairs Jessica Lewis
Assistant Secretary for Political-Military Affairs Jessica Lewis will be stepping down from her position this month after nearly three years of serving the Department with distinction. During a time of…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the NATO Women, Peace, and Security Reception
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning, everyone. Welcome to the State Department. It is wonderful to have everyone in this room, on this day, for this occasion. Seventy-six years ago, a…
Second $2 Billion U.S.-Poland Foreign Military Financing Direct Loan Strengthens NATO
The United States is announcing a second $2 billion Foreign Military Financing direct loan agreement with Poland today. Poland is a stalwart U.S. Ally, and this deal will further strengthen…
FTC, ICPEN, GPEN Announce Results of Review of Use of Dark Patterns Affecting Subscription Services, Privacy
The Federal Trade Commission and two international consumer protection networks announced the results of a review of selected websites and apps that showed a large percentage of the websites and…
North Korea Freedom Week – United States Department of State
On the occasion of North Korea Freedom Week, the United States recognizes the tenacity and courage of North Korean escapees and human rights advocates, as well as the continued suffering…
Assistant Secretary Barbara A. Leaf’s Travel
Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara A. Leaf is on travel July 8-14 to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Israel and the West Bank, and…
FTC Submits Comment Supporting Proposed USPTO Terminal Disclaimer Rule
The Federal Trade Commission submitted a comment supporting a proposed U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rule regarding new requirements associated with patent terminal disclaimer practice to address practices that…