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Summit for Democracy – Year of Action Factsheet

Release: On December 9-10, 2021, President Biden hosted the first of two Summits for Democracy, a global gathering of 100 government leaders, hundreds of members of civil society, and the business community, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing democracies in the 21st century. At the Summit, the...


Ensuring the Responsible Development of Digital Assets

Release: The United States is committed to the responsible development and design of digital assets and the technology that underpins new forms of payments and capital flows in the international financial system. Today’s Executive Order (E.O.) on “Ensuring Responsible Development of Digital Assets" demonstrates our determination to lead and shape financial innovation to promote prosperity, prevent abuse, and advance democratic values.


Secretary Blinken’s Call with Czech Foreign Minister Lipavsky

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Uzbekistani Foreign Minister Kamilov

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Assistant Secretary Monica Medina Travels to New York

Release: On Wednesday, March 9, Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Monica Medina will travel to New York, NY, in support of negotiations on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ)...


Release: The United States is designating former Ecuadorian President Abdalá Jaime Bucaram Ortiz, Sr. due to his involvement in significant corruption, including misappropriation of public funds, accepting bribes, and interfering with public processes. During his tenure as the president of Ecuador, Bucaram engaged...


Release: The U.S. government is deeply concerned by the injustice and lack of transparency on display at the trials of political prisoners in Nicaragua. We remain committed to supporting the people of Nicaragua by fighting corruption and promoting democracy, the rule of law, and accountability, which are keys...


Release: The Department of State’s Office of Global Partnerships has established a public-private partnership with GoFundMe.org to direct funds to organizations that are helping to address the humanitarian needs of those impacted by the Kremlin’s aggression against Ukraine.  This partnership with GoFundMe.org is designed to mobilize private-sector donations and individual giving to support relief organizations aiding those impacted by Russia’s actions.


News Release: Washington, DC - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement in response to reports that a delegation of senior Biden administration officials traveled to Venezuela to meet with President Nicolás Maduro...


DOS-HR grant application closes on May 10

2023 William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship Program grant opened on March 9.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary Elizabeth Truss at a Joint Press Availability

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: It’s very good to see everyone here today, and especially good to see my colleague and friend, Foreign Secretary Truss.


Secretary Blinken’s Call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Release: Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink will travel to Tokyo, Japan from March 10-12. During his visit, Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink and Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Dr. Ely S. Ratner will co-chair the 2+2 Security Sub-Committee ...


McCaul, HFAC Republicans Urge Biden to Ensure Putin Doesn’t Use Digital Assets to Evade Sanctions

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul along with other House Foreign Affairs Committee Republicans sent a letter to President Biden asking for more information about their engagement with our allies and partners on digital assets, such as cryptocurrency, and what efforts have taken place within the administration to ensure Putin is not using digital assets to dodge sanctions.


News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul released a statement following the announcement that two American hostages were freed from Venezuela.


DOS-GIN grant application closes on April 30

U.S. Embassy, Conakry- PD Annual Program Statement grant opened on March 9.


Release: The Kremlin is intentionally spreading outright lies that the United States and Ukraine are conducting chemical and biological weapons activities in Ukraine. We have also seen PRC officials echo these conspiracy theories. This Russian disinformation is total nonsense and not the first time Russia has invented such false claims against another country. Also, these claims have been debunked conclusively and repeatedly over many years.


Release: The U.S. government is deeply concerned by the injustice and lack of transparency on display at the trials of political prisoners in Nicaragua. We remain committed to supporting the people of Nicaragua by fighting corruption and promoting democracy, the rule of law, and accountability, which are keys...


DOS-DRL offers new grant application process starting March 9

DRL Improving the Security of Technology for Ukrainian and Moldovan Anticorruption Efforts grant opened on March 9.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Abdulaziz Kamilov Before Their Meeting

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. It’s a real pleasure to welcome Foreign Minister Kamilov here. We’ve had the opportunity to work together over many years with a little bit of an interruption on my part, but it’s an honor to continue to be working with you again.