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Step 2:The United States has taken decisive action against executives of Colombian maritime transportation companies involved in facilitating irregular migration. In a press statement released on May 6, 2024, it was stated that these companies are preying on vulnerable irregular migrants by providing services primarily designed to aid in irregular migration to the United States.According to the statement, the U.S. government has imposed visa restrictions on these executives to promote accountability and deter profiting from vulnerable migrants. The actions are part of a...
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The World Food Prize Laureate for 2024 will be unveiled at the upcoming World Food Prize Announcement Ceremony on May 9, as announced by the Office of the Spokesperson on May 6, 2024. The event, which will take place at 9:30 a.m. in the Department of State Benjamin Franklin Room, will see Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken delivering remarks alongside Ambassador Terry Branstad, the President of the World Food Prize Foundation, who will announce this year's Laureates.In a statement, the Office of the Spokesperson highlighted that this year marks the 20th anniversary of...
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Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Elizabeth M. Allen recently traveled to Los Angeles, California, to participate in the 2024 Milken Institute Global Conference. The event featured a panel titled "The Future of Diplomacy and Statecraft," which explored how emerging technologies and global shifts are reshaping diplomacy and international collaboration. The session was moderated by Ambassador Stuart Holliday, CEO of the Meridian International Center.During her visit to Los Angeles, Under Secretary Allen also met with leadership from Film Independent and USC’s...
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The Governments of the United States of America and the Federal Republic of Nigeria recently issued a joint statement following the sixth U.S.-Nigeria Binational Commission held in Abuja on April 29-30, 2024.The two nations reiterated their commitment to cooperation in various fields, as expressed by Foreign Minister Yusuf M. Tuggar, who led the Nigerian interministerial delegation. The U.S. delegation, including Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M. Campbell and Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee, engaged in strategic discussions covering bilateral...
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On May 8-9, the United States will host People’s Republic of China (PRC) Special Envoy for Climate Change Liu Zhenmin in Washington, DC, for a meeting of the bilateral Working Group on Enhancing Climate Action in the 2020s, aimed at accelerating concrete climate actions this decade.The meeting will focus on areas identified in the Sunnylands Statement, including energy transition, methane and other non-CO2 greenhouse gases, circular economy and resource efficiency, low-carbon and sustainable provinces/states and cities, and deforestation, among others.The Working Group...
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U.S. Department of State Special Advisor on International Disability Rights (SAIDR) Sara Minkara is embarking on a mission to Chile and Peru, aiming to enhance the integration and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in international economic policy. In her upcoming itinerary, Minkara is set to engage in various impactful activities in both countries.In Chile, Minkara will take part in a Disability and Inclusion panel at the National Congress of Chile on May 6. Following this, on May 7, she will deliver remarks during the closing ceremony of the Zero Project Latin...
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The 10th Annual United States – Republic of Korea (ROK) Energy Security Dialogue took place at the Baker Institute at Rice University in Houston, Texas from April 29 to May 1, 2024. The meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation between the two nations in various energy-related areas.During the dialogue, it was noted that Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine's energy systems have exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region. The United States welcomed the Republic of Korea as a new member of the G7+ Energy Coordination Group, emphasizing the importance of reducing...
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On May 5, 2024, during this week of National Holocaust Remembrance, the world solemnly reflects on the atrocities committed during one of the darkest chapters in human history. In a statement, it was expressed, "During this week of National Holocaust Remembrance, we remember the six million Jews who were murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators, as well as the millions of others, including Roma, LGBTQI+ persons, Slavs, and persons with disabilities who were persecuted and killed."The resilience and bravery of Holocaust survivors and their families have been...
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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to embark on a significant journey spanning across San Francisco, California, and Guatemala in the coming days. On May 6, Secretary Blinken will attend the RSA Conference in San Francisco, where he will interact with technology industry stakeholders. Additionally, he will engage with emerging technology experts in areas such as biotechnology and quantum information science and technology. During his time at the conference, Blinken will elaborate on the United States' efforts to promote a more inclusive, secure, and...
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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at RSA Conference (RSAC) 2024 in San Francisco, California on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 3:50 p.m. PDT. The focus of his address will be on the International Cyberspace and Digital Policy Strategy. Secretary Blinken emphasized that the keynote will highlight "technology’s transformative impact on foreign policy and the U.S. vision towards an innovative, secure, and rights-respecting digital future."The keynote speech by Secretary Blinken will be open to credentialed media and will also be streamed...
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Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez is scheduled to travel to Vilnius, Lithuania, on May 6-7, 2024, to take part in the high-level Building Resilient Economy and Resisting Economic Coercion (REC) conference hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania.The conference aims to foster collaboration among like-minded partners to tackle economic coercion. One of the key highlights will be discussions on the collaborative policy responses required to combat the coercive misuse of trade connections,...
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White House Releases National Security Memorandum on Critical Infrastructure Security and ResilienceThe White House has unveiled National Security Memorandum 22 (NSM-22) with the aim to fortify and improve the resilience of U.S. critical infrastructure from various threats for future generations. This initiative marks a crucial step towards bolstering and modernizing U.S. risk management practices, including engaging with international partners and allies.In a bid to safeguard the President's investments in U.S. infrastructure amidst challenges posed by adversaries, climate change, strategic competition, and supply chain disruptions, the White House has initiated a...
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Each year on World Press Freedom Day, the world celebrates the importance of journalism and recognizes the integral role a vibrant, independent media plays in democratic societies. In their pursuit of truth, journalists face unprecedented danger just for doing their jobs. More journalists were killed in 2023 than in any year in recent memory. Authoritarian governments and non-state actors continue to use disinformation and propaganda to undermine social discourse and impede journalists’ efforts to inform the public, hold governments accountable, and bring the truth to...
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On behalf of the United States of America, the government extended congratulations to Poland on its Constitution Day. The message highlighted the longstanding friendship between the two nations, rooted in shared values and family ties.President Biden's acknowledgment of Poland's 25th anniversary of joining NATO was also emphasized. During a meeting with Polish leaders in March, the commitment to the NATO Alliance was reaffirmed, recognizing Poland's growth from a NATO aspirant to a stalwart leader on NATO's eastern flank.Furthermore, the United States praised Poland for...
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The United States and Iceland engaged in the annual U.S.-Iceland Strategic Dialogue in Reykjavik and Keflavik on May 2-3. The dialogue was led by various officials from both countries, including Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary Douglas Jones and Icelandic Permanent Secretary of State Martin Eyjólfsson, among others.During the dialogue, it was noted that both countries have seen significant progress in their security cooperation since the previous meeting in Washington, D.C. The discussions ranged from expanding defense cooperation to...
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Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma is scheduled to embark on a trip to the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Philippines from May 6 to May 10, as announced on May 3, 2024.During his visit to China, Deputy Secretary Verma will express gratitude and ensure the readiness of U.S. Embassy personnel in Beijing and U.S. Consulates General in Shenyang, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Verma's aim is to guarantee that the teams have the necessary equipment and facilities to effectively serve U.S. interests. Additionally, he plans to engage with...
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The Department Spokesperson, Matthew Miller, has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Mugunga camp for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Miller expressed deep concern over the violence that resulted in the deaths of at least nine individuals and left 33 others injured, including women and children.In a press statement, Miller highlighted the impact of the RDF and M23 expansion in eastern DRC, leading to the displacement of over 2.5 million people. He called on all parties involved to uphold human rights and abide...
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On May 2, 2024, the United States and Sweden convened for their inaugural bilateral Cyber and Digital Dialogue in Washington, DC. In a joint statement released by the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden, both nations reiterated their commitment to collaboration on cyberspace and digital policy issues.During the dialogue, officials from both countries exchanged views on various critical topics. They emphasized the importance of promoting an open, free, global, secure, and reliable Internet while protecting human rights...
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The United States has strongly condemned the malicious cyber activities carried out by Russia's General Staff Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) against several European countries. In a statement, the U.S. expressed its condemnation of the cyber attacks targeting Germany, Czechia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden, attributing the actions to APT28, also known as Fancy Bear, Strontium, and Forest Blizzard.Describing APT28 as a well-known threat actor with a history of engaging in nefarious behavior, the United States highlighted previous indictments and sanctions...
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"The U.S. Department of State has revealed that it has granted the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to about 2,100 American undergraduate students from various regions in the recent spring 2024 cycle. These students, who hail from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, are all recipients of the Pell Grant, a federal grant intended for U.S. undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.According to the announcement, 70 percent of the Gilman recipients self-identify as racial or ethnic minorities, with 60...