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Bangladesh has become the 54th country to sign the Artemis Accords, an international framework for the peaceful exploration of space.

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U.S. announces sanctions on Iran's nuclear program linked entities
The United States government has imposed new sanctions on five entities and one individual based in Iran.

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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses regional security and cooperation with Singapore's Permanent Secretary Chua
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a conversation today with Singaporean Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Albert Chua.

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United States reacts to Thailand's arrest of Paul Chambers on lèse majesté charges
The arrest of U.S. citizen Paul Chambers in Thailand on charges related to lèse majesté and the Computer Crimes Act has been met with concern from the United States.

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US and Australia discuss strengthening defense ties and cooperation
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a call with Jan Adams, Secretary of Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

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Landau and Morrison discuss regional security and cooperation
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Canadian Deputy Foreign Minister David Morrison held talks to explore how the United States and Canada can pursue shared global objectives.

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Secretary Rubio and Uzbekistan's foreign minister discuss U.S.-Uzbekistan strategic partnership
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov held a meeting in Washington.

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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses regional security with El Salvador's Foreign Minister
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently had a conversation with El Salvador's Foreign Minister, Alexandra Hill.

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Rubio affirms U.S.-Morocco partnership in meeting with Foreign Minister Bourita
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita.

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US designates Houthis as terrorist organization, warning against support
The U.S. State Department recently announced the designation of Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).

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Secretary Rubio discusses trade and partnership with India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.

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Department of State expands contractor base for overseas construction projects
The Department of State has introduced legislative changes intended to facilitate the process of qualifying construction contractors for diplomatic projects abroad.

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United States extradites Tahawwur Rana to India for 2008 Mumbai attacks
The United States has extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana to India on April 9 to address charges related to the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks.

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Rubio discusses counterterrorism and trade with Pakistani Foreign Minister Dar
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in diplomatic discussions with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

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US supports Uzbekistan's independence and strategic partnership
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Uzbekistan National Security Council Deputy Chairman Abdulaziz Kamilov in Washington.

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United States, Japan, and South Korea pledge commitment to Indo-Pacific cooperation
The United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea have issued a joint statement on their meeting held on April 3, 2025, in Brussels.

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US and Nigeria discuss strengthening partnership in recent call
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar participated in a call to strengthen US-Nigeria relations.

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Rubio reaffirms U.S.-Malaysia partnership during call with Foreign Minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with the Malaysian Foreign Minister, Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.

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Lenderking set for diplomatic visits in UAE and Bahrain to advance U.S. interests
Timothy A. Lenderking, the Senior Bureau Official for Near Eastern Affairs, is set to travel to the United Arab Emirates from April 4 to April 8.

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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses partnership with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently engaged in a conversation with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez, reaffirming the solid partnership between the United States and the Dominican Republic.

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