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The US State Department published a two page notice on Jan. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai At a Virtual Ministerial for the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Buenas tardes. Very good to see you all. Thanks so much for joining us here today. It’s really wonderful having an opportunity to see so many friends from across our hemisphere together virtually, and we also look forward to the opportunities to get together in person.
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Designation of Former Representatives of the National Assembly of Serbia Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for Involvement in Significant Corruption

News Release: The United States is designating former Serbian National Assembly Representatives Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for their involvement in significant corruption. While serving in the National Assembly of Serbia, Radeta and Jojić bribed and intimidated witnesses scheduled to appear before the International ...
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Russia’s Intensifying Crackdown on Independent Civil Society

Release: In recent days, the Kremlin has struck more blows against independent civil society and media. On Jan. 25, a Moscow court ruled to close the Moscow Helsinki Group, Russia’s oldest human rights organization and the inspiration for citizens’ groups monitoring human rights in the Europe-Eurasia region and around the world. The Kremlin’s crackdown on independent civil society and media at home creates a climate of impunity that enables its aggression against its neighbors.
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Bicentennial of U.S.-Chile Official Relations

Release: I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Chile as we celebrate the 200-year anniversary of our relationship. In 1823, President James Monroe named Heman Allen the first U.S. Minister Plenipotentiary and Envoy Extraordinary to Chile. Since then, our bonds have evolved and expanded through changing and sometimes challenging times. The strong partnership we share today is a testament to everything we have achieved and overcome together.
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Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman’s Remarks and Moderated Conversation at the City Club of Cleveland

Release: Deputy Secretary Sherman: Thank you. It’s great to be here at the City Club. As some of you have noted, I’ve been to Cleveland before and spoken, as I just did early this morning, at Case Western.
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Strengthening Shared Understanding Among the Partners in the Blue Pacific and Pacific Islands: Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUUF) and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA)

Release: The text of this statement was released by Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, Republic of Korea, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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Conclusion of Round 15 of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime

Release: The United States and Canada conducted the 15th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations on January 25 and 26, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia. The two countries focused on flood risk management, hydropower coordination, ecosystem cooperation, and increased Canadian operational flexibility.
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day

News Release: Today we mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day by honoring the memories of the six million Jews and others persecuted and systematically murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators. We also honor the survivors among us who bear witness and inspire us all to stand against antisemitism and other forms of hate in our world.
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Condemning the Terrorist Attack in Jerusalem

Release: The United States condemns in the strongest terms the horrific terrorist attack that occurred today outside of a synagogue in Jerusalem. We mourn those killed in the attack, and our thoughts are with the injured, including children. The notion of people being targeted as they leave a house of worship is abhorrent. It is particularly tragic that this attack occurred on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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U.S. and Canada Co-Host Proliferation Security Initiative Workshop

News Release: The United States and Canada co-hosted the Western Hemisphere Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Workshop from January 24-26, 2023, at U.S. Southern Command’s headquarters in Miami, Florida.
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Condemning the Attack on the Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran

News Release: The United States condemns the attack on the Azerbaijani embassy that occurred earlier today in Tehran. We echo President Aliyev’s call for a prompt investigation into this unacceptable violence. We offer our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who were killed and injured today.
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U.S. Support for WCO Secretary General Candidacy of Ian Saunders

News Release: The United States strongly supports the candidacy of Ian Saunders to become the next Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO). Mr. Saunders has more than 30 years of experience in customs and international trade. In addition to having served at U.S. Customs and Border Protection, he ...
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Bicentennial of U.S.-Chile Official Relations

News Release: I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Chile as we celebrate the 200-year anniversary of our relationship. In 1823, President James Monroe named Heman Allen the first U.S. Minister Plenipotentiary and Envoy Extraordinary to Chile. Since then, our bonds have evolved and expanded through changing and sometimes challenging times. The strong partnership we share today is a testament to everything we have achieved and overcome together.
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Condemning the Terrorist Attack in Jerusalem

News Release: The United States condemns in the strongest terms the horrific terrorist attack that occurred today outside of a synagogue in Jerusalem. We mourn those killed in the attack, and our thoughts are with the injured, including children. The notion of people being targeted as they leave a house of worship is abhorrent. It is particularly tragic that this attack occurred on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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Bicentennial of U.S.-Argentina Official Relations

Release: Today marks 200 years of diplomatic relations and friendship between the governments and people of Argentina and the United States. On this occasion, I express my heartfelt gratitude for the warm and productive partnership that our two countries have shared over the past two centuries. Our formal links...
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Designation of Former Representatives of the National Assembly of Serbia Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for Involvement in Significant Corruption

Release: The United States is designating former Serbian National Assembly Representatives Verica Radeta and Petar Jojić for their involvement in significant corruption. While serving in the National Assembly of Serbia, Radeta and Jojić bribed and intimidated witnesses scheduled to appear before the International ...
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Conclusion of Round 15 of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime

News Release: The United States and Canada conducted the 15th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations on January 25 and 26, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia. The two countries focused on flood risk management, hydropower coordination, ecosystem cooperation, and increased Canadian operational flexibility.
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Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Nuland’s travel to Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, and Qatar

News Release: Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland will travel to Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, and Qatar from January 28 to Feb. 3, 2023.
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Bicentennial of U.S.-Argentina Official Relations

News Release: Today marks 200 years of diplomatic relations and friendship between the governments and people of Argentina and the United States. On this occasion, I express my heartfelt gratitude for the warm and productive partnership that our two countries have shared over the past two centuries. Our formal links ...
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