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US-Bahrain invite UK to join security integration agreement
The United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain have jointly decided to invite the United Kingdom to join the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA).
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Blinken to address DFC's anniversary conference on global development
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to speak at the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation’s (DFC) 5th Anniversary Conference.
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Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink visits Thailand for diplomatic talks
Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink traveled to Bangkok, Thailand, on December 6.
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Barbara A. Leaf visits Bahrain and Jordan for diplomatic engagements
Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara A. Leaf is set to attend the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain from December 6-8.
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Department releases new volume on US foreign relations with North Africa
The Department of State has released "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1981–1988, Volume XXIV, North Africa."
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Under Secretary Fernandez leads delegation to strengthen ties with Gulf countries
Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez is set to lead a delegation to Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from December 7-11.
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Blinken to honor anti-corruption champions with awards ceremony
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to announce the fifth cohort of Anti-Corruption Champions Award (ACCA) honorees at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. The event will take place at 1:30 p.m. ET on Monday, December 9, 2024.
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Blinken discusses Syria situation with Turkish foreign minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to address recent developments in Syria.
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Stephanie Sutton travels to Thailand and Hawaii for diplomatic mission
Acting Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs Stephanie Sutton is set to travel to Bangkok, Thailand, and Honolulu, Hawaii, from December 6 to 14.
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US and India conclude East Asia consultations, reaffirm strategic partnership
The United States and India have concluded their latest East Asia consultations, marking another step in the ongoing partnership between the two countries.
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U.S. Special Envoy Tom Perriello embarks on diplomatic mission concerning Sudan
U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Tom Perriello is set to embark on a diplomatic mission to several countries, including Qatar, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and Mauritania.
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Blinken to host Kerry portrait unveiling with live remarks
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will host a reception for the portrait unveiling of the 68th Secretary of State, John Kerry.
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US condemns attacks on Zamzam IDP camp in Darfur
The United States has expressed strong condemnation of recent attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the Zamzam internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Darfur, Sudan.
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U.S. provides $4 billion FMF loan guarantee to Poland
The United States has announced a $4 billion Foreign Military Financing (FMF) loan guarantee to Poland, increasing the total U.S. loan support to the country to over $11 billion in the past two years.
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Blinken addresses challenges at OSCE meeting amid Russian tensions
Secretary Antony J. Blinken expressed gratitude to the Maltese hosts for their effective leadership during the OSCE Ministerial Council Meeting.
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Blinken receives Swedish royal honor for efforts in NATO accession
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has been awarded the Royal Order of the Polar Star by Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard.
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Blinken meets Israeli foreign minister to discuss Gaza conflict and regional security
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in Malta during the OSCE Ministerial.
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U.S.-Spain working group discusses Central America's key challenges
The United States and Spain have issued a joint statement following the fourth meeting of the U.S.-Spain Working Group on Central America, which took place in Washington, D.C., on December 4.
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U.S. Special Envoy visits Middle East amid Houthi tensions
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen, Tim Lenderking, is on a diplomatic mission to Manama, Bahrain; Doha, Qatar; and Djibouti from December 5-12.
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Blinken discusses martial law lift with Korean Foreign Minister Cho
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken recently held a conversation with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul to discuss recent events in South Korea.