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Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
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United States congratulates Kamla Persad-Bissessar on election victory in Trinidad and Tobago

The United States has extended congratulations to Kamla Persad-Bissessar on her election as Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Rubio and Veldkamp discuss NATO Summit and Russia-Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in talks with Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp.
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U.S. sanctions Iran and China entities for IRGC missile program links

The United States has announced sanctions against six entities and six individuals in Iran and China involved in procuring ballistic missile propellant ingredients for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses Japanese abductions with visiting delegation

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently engaged in a meeting with a Japanese delegation.
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US and Germany progress in Holocaust education and remembrance dialogue

The United States and Germany have announced further progress in their ongoing Dialogue on Holocaust Issues, marking significant milestones since its launch at the ministerial level in 2021.
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Mexico commits to increasing water deliveries under the 1944 treaty

In a bid to address the issue of water deliveries under the 1944 Water Treaty, Mexico has committed to implementing measures to mitigate shortfalls in its water deliveries to the United States by October 24, the end of the current five-year water...
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Secretary Rubio discusses defense and energy with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georgiev

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in discussions with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev.
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Rubio and Lammy discuss peace efforts in Russia-Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in talks with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, focusing on the continued efforts to achieve a sustainable resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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Mexico commits to water delivery per 1944 treaty

In an effort to address water distribution issues under the 1944 Water Treaty, President Trump has focused on securing water deliveries from Mexico to benefit Texas farmers.
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Rubio and Briceño discuss bilateral relations, security collaboration, and economic ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Belizean Prime Minister John Briceño held a call to emphasize the significance of the partnership between the United States and Belize.
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Paul Watzlavick leads U.S. delegation in NYC for NPT Preparatory Committee

Senior Bureau Official for International Security and Nonproliferation Paul Watzlavick is set to visit New York City from April 28 to May 2, 2025.
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Deputy Secretary Landau emphasizes cooperation and dialogue at Foreign Affairs Day event

On May 2, 2025, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed attendees at the Foreign Affairs Day Opening Plenary Session.
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Quad partners complete exercise on Indo-Pacific logistics network

The Quad partners, consisting of the United States, Australia, India, and Japan, recently gathered at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Holocaust victims commemorated on National Days of Remembrance

This week, remembrance events are being held across the United States for the National Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust.
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USA joins Australia and New Zealand to commemorate 110th ANZAC Day anniversary

On behalf of the United States, recognition is expressed towards the citizens of Australia and New Zealand in observing ANZAC Day.
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Meeting focuses on US engagement with Pacific Islands Forum

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently engaged in a meeting with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) delegation, which included Dr. ‘Aisake Eke, the Prime Minister of Tonga and current PIF Chair, as well as PIF Secretary General Baron...
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U.S. sanctions Iranian LPG shipping network to pressure Iran's energy sector

The United States has implemented sanctions against Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh, an Iranian national, along with his liquified petroleum gas (LPG) shipping network.
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US and ASEAN discuss strategic partnership at 37th annual dialogue

The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened for their 37th annual U.S.-ASEAN Dialogue in Siem Reap, Cambodia, on April 22, 2025.
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Landau and Al Khulaifi discuss strengthening U.S.-Qatar relations

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently engaged in discussions with Qatari Minister of State Dr. Mohammed Al Khulaifi in Washington, D.C. The talks focused on several key issues, including the upcoming visit of President Trump to...
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