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Release: The U.S. Department of State has concluded an administrative settlement with 3D Systems Corporation (3D) of Rock Hill, South Carolina, to resolve alleged violations of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), 22 U.S.C. § 2751 et seq., and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts...
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DOS-PAK grant application closes on May 1
Supporting KP Journalists through Professional Internships grant opened on Feb. 28.
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Country Reports on Terrorism 2021: South Africa
Release: South Africa. Overview: There were no terrorism-related incidents in South Africa during 2021, possibly owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. This continued a downward trend following an unusually high number of incidents in 2018. ISIS facilitation networks and cells remained a threat, after the South African...
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Country Reports on Terrorism 2021: Panama
Release: Panama. Overview: As Panama is a transit country for illicit goods, money, and migrants, its government’s willingness to engage on bilateral and multilateral counterterrorism initiatives is critically important for regional security. Under President Laurentino “Nito" Cortizo, the Government of Panama...
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Country Reports on Terrorism 2021: Somalia
Release: Somalia. Overview: Al-Shabaab continued to pose a significant terrorist threat in Somalia and the wider region in 2021, despite shared efforts by the Federal Government of Somalia, the United States, the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), and other partners to combat the group. Al Shabaab continued...
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U.S.-Kazakhstan Relations
News Release: The United States was the first country to recognize Kazakhstan’s independence in 1991 and has remained a stalwart partner in security and economic development ever since. The United States opened its Embassy in Almaty in January 1992 and then relocated in 2006 to the new capital of Astana (renamed Nur-Sultan ...
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Country Reports on Terrorism 2021: Belgium
Release: Belgium. Overview: Belgium had an active counterterrorism policy that included robust domestic security efforts, international information sharing, and support for multilateral efforts. The country’s greatest terrorism threat remained homegrown terrorism carried out by lone actors, whether inspired by ...
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Country Reports on Terrorism 2021: Austria
Release: Austria. Overview: U.S.-Austrian law enforcement cooperation remained strong. U.S. law enforcement agencies continued to assist in investigations of the 2020 terrorist attack in Vienna, during which a 20-year-old Austrian of North Macedonia origin killed four persons and injured 23 others. Parliament...
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Overseas Buildings Operations Dedicates New U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye
Overseas Buildings Operations Dedicates New U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye
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DOS-BIH grant application closes on April 13
INTERETHNIC RECONCILIATION AND YOUTH SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM grant opened on Feb. 27.
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DOS-PAK offers new grant application process starting Feb. 27
Country-wide Management of English for Workforce Development Program in Pakistan grant opened on Feb. 27.
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Aqaba Joint Communique
News Release: The following text reflects the Joint Communique following today’s meeting in Aqaba, Jordan
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U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Stern’s Travel to Sydney, Australia for WorldPride
Release: U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Jessica Stern will be in Sydney, February 27 to March 5, to participate in WorldPride. WorldPride is an event that began in 2000 and promotes LGBTQI+ issues internationally via festivals, cultural activities, and a human rights conference.
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Crimea Is Ukraine
Release: Nine years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine and seized Crimea - a clear violation of international law and of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The United States welcomes the efforts of Ukraine’s Crimea Platform to focus global attention on Russia’s continued occupation. The United States does not and never will recognize Russia’s purported annexation of the peninsula. Crimea is Ukraine.
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U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Stern’s Travel to Sydney, Australia for WorldPride
News Release: U.S. Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons Jessica Stern will be in Sydney, February 27 to March 5, to participate in WorldPride. WorldPride is an event that began in 2000 and promotes LGBTQI+ issues internationally via festivals, cultural activities, and a human rights conference.
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Chairman McCaul: “Ukraine Today – It’s Going to Be Taiwan Tomorrow”
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul joined ABC’s “This Week" with Martha Raddatz this morning to discuss his recent visit to Ukraine, where he conducted vigorous, in-person oversight of U.S. assistance and met with top officials in the country. They also discussed the “unholy alliance" between Vladimir Putin and Chairman Xi in China.
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Crimea Is Ukraine
News Release: Nine years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine and seized Crimea - a clear violation of international law and of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The United States welcomes the efforts of Ukraine’s Crimea Platform to focus global attention on Russia’s continued occupation. The United States does not and never will recognize Russia’s purported annexation of the peninsula. Crimea is Ukraine.
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Under Secretary Jenkins Travels to Geneva, Switzerland, February 27-28, 2023
Release: Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Ambassador Bonnie D. Jenkins will travel to Geneva, Switzerland, from February 27-28, 2023, to lead the U.S. Delegation to the 2023 Conference on Disarmament High Level segment and demonstrate the United States’ continued commitment to multilateral disarmament and arms control. While in Geneva, the Under Secretary will also hold bilateral meetings and attend side events.
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DOS-PAK grant application closes on April 28
Safeguarding Cultural Heritage in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa grant opened on Feb. 27.
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