U.S. Department of State Announces Afro-Connections, a New Cultural Heritage Exchange Initiative That Celebrates the 2024 Bicentennial of U.S.-Brazil Diplomatic Relations
As part of the U.S. government’s effort to promote equity, human rights, and social inclusion, today the Department of State launched Afro-Connections, a new exchange program for museum and cultural…
Opening Remarks Before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on the FY25 Department of State Budget Request
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And to you, to Ranking Member Meeks, to all the members of the committee, it’s very good to be with you today.…
Joint Statement on Cooperation in Quantum Information Science and Technology of the United States of America and the Federal Republic of Germany
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Federal Republic of Germany on the occasion of the Joint Committee…
On the Occasion of Vesak Day
This full moon marks the celebration of Vesak, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. I wish Buddhists across the globe who are celebrating a Happy Buddha Purnima.…
U.S.-Germany Joint Committee Meeting Deepens Science and Technology Cooperation
On May 22-23, 2024, the United States and Germany met in Berlin for the biannual Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on science and technology cooperation to chart the future course of…
Yemen National Day
Yemen National Day Official news published at https://www.state.gov/yemen-national-day-3/
2024 Indo-Pacific Business Forum Forges New Collaborations, Spurs Innovation, and Drives Investment
The Governments of the United States and the Philippines co-hosted the sixth Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) on May 21, 2024, in Manila, the Philippines. IPBF is the premier U.S. government…
Under Secretary Jenkins Travels to Austria, Sweden
Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Ambassador Bonnie D. Jenkins is traveling to Vienna and Stockholm May 18-24, 2024. In Vienna, Under Secretary Jenkins will attend…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Opening Remarks Before the House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs on the FY25 Department of State Budget Request
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Mr. Chairman, thank you very much. Always good to be with you. Chairman Cole, thank you for being here this morning. Ranking Member Lee, Ranking Member DeLauro, all…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Opening Remarks Before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations On the FY25 Department of State Budget Request
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, Mr. Chairman, thank you very much. To you, Ranking Member Risch, all the members of the committee: it’s always good to be back before this committee. And…