Marking 29 Years Since the Panchen Lama’s Disappearance
Today marks 29 years since the People’s Republic of China (PRC) abducted the 11th Panchen Lama, one of the most important figures in Tibetan Buddhism, as a six-year-old child. Gedhun…
FTC Finalizes Order with Blackbaud Related to Allegations the Firm’s Security Failures Led to Data Breach
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized an order against Blackbaud Inc. settling allegations that its lax security practices allowed a hacker to breach the company’s network and access the personal…
Coordinator for Counterterrorism Richard Participates in Meeting on Countering Hamas
Coordinator for Counterterrorism Elizabeth Richard participated in a May 15 meeting in the Hague on countering Hamas. This meeting follows the December 13, 2023, engagement in Paris with partner governments…
75th Anniversary of the Council of Europe
The United States extends warm congratulations to the Council of Europe as it celebrates its 75th anniversary. The Council of Europe remains a beacon for democracy, human rights, and the…
Deputy Secretary Campbell’s Meeting with Italian Ambassador Zappia
Deputy Secretary Campbell’s Meeting with Italian Ambassador Zappia Official news published at https://www.state.gov/deputy-secretary-campbells-meeting-with-italian-ambassador-zappia/
The United States-Nigeria Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Enters into Force
The U.S.-Nigeria Air Transport Agreement, which has been provisionally applied since 2000, entered into force on May 13, 2024. This bilateral agreement establishes a modern civil aviation relationship with Nigeria…
On the Election in Chad
Following the certification of final presidential election results by Chad’s Constitutional Council on May 16, the United States commends those who exercised their right to vote on May 5-6. We…
Economic Benefits of a Sustainable Agricultural Revolution
How important is economic viability for the Future of sustainable Agriculture In light of the mounting issues surrounding food security, environmental degradation, and climate change, agricultural sustainability has become a…
United States Welcomes Lithuania’s Signing of the Artemis Accords
Lithuania became the 40th signatory to the Artemis Accords on May 15 at a ceremony held in Vilnius. The Artemis Accords were established in 2020 by the United States and…
State Department to Lead Tech Partnership Opportunity Delegation to London
From May 20-24, Special Representative for Global Partnerships Dorothy McAuliffe and Science and Technology Adviser to the Secretary of State Patricia Gruber will lead a “Deep Tech Inclusion” Partnership Opportunity…