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The Department of State has released "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1981–1988, Volume XXIV, North Africa."
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Under Secretary Fernandez leads delegation to strengthen ties with Gulf countries

Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez is set to lead a delegation to Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from December 7-11.
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Blinken to honor anti-corruption champions with awards ceremony

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to announce the fifth cohort of Anti-Corruption Champions Award (ACCA) honorees at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. The event will take place at 1:30 p.m. ET on Monday, December 9, 2024.
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Blinken discusses Syria situation with Turkish foreign minister

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to address recent developments in Syria.
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Stephanie Sutton travels to Thailand and Hawaii for diplomatic mission

Acting Assistant Secretary for Global Public Affairs Stephanie Sutton is set to travel to Bangkok, Thailand, and Honolulu, Hawaii, from December 6 to 14.
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US and India conclude East Asia consultations, reaffirm strategic partnership

The United States and India have concluded their latest East Asia consultations, marking another step in the ongoing partnership between the two countries.
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U.S. supports Romania amid election integrity concerns

The United States has expressed its support for the Romanian people amidst concerns about the integrity of their presidential elections.
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U.S. Special Envoy Tom Perriello embarks on diplomatic mission concerning Sudan

U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Tom Perriello is set to embark on a diplomatic mission to several countries, including Qatar, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and Mauritania.
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Blinken to host Kerry portrait unveiling with live remarks

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will host a reception for the portrait unveiling of the 68th Secretary of State, John Kerry.
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US condemns attacks on Zamzam IDP camp in Darfur

The United States has expressed strong condemnation of recent attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the Zamzam internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Darfur, Sudan.
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U.S. provides $4 billion FMF loan guarantee to Poland

The United States has announced a $4 billion Foreign Military Financing (FMF) loan guarantee to Poland, increasing the total U.S. loan support to the country to over $11 billion in the past two years.
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Blinken addresses challenges at OSCE meeting amid Russian tensions

Secretary Antony J. Blinken expressed gratitude to the Maltese hosts for their effective leadership during the OSCE Ministerial Council Meeting.
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Blinken receives Swedish royal honor for efforts in NATO accession

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has been awarded the Royal Order of the Polar Star by Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard.
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Blinken meets Israeli foreign minister to discuss Gaza conflict and regional security

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in Malta during the OSCE Ministerial.
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U.S.-Spain working group discusses Central America's key challenges

The United States and Spain have issued a joint statement following the fourth meeting of the U.S.-Spain Working Group on Central America, which took place in Washington, D.C., on December 4.
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U.S. Special Envoy visits Middle East amid Houthi tensions

U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen, Tim Lenderking, is on a diplomatic mission to Manama, Bahrain; Doha, Qatar; and Djibouti from December 5-12.
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Blinken discusses martial law lift with Korean Foreign Minister Cho

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken recently held a conversation with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul to discuss recent events in South Korea.
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Blinken discusses civil society's role with leaders from Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Russia

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken expressed his appreciation for civil society representatives from Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Russia during a meeting at the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).
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Blinken praises US-Malta relations during meeting with PM Abela

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela, highlighting the strong relationship between Malta and the United States.
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US congratulates Thailand on National Day amid strengthened alliance

On the occasion of Thai National Day, the United States extended its congratulations to the Kingdom of Thailand.
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