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The United States has announced its support for the launch of the Community of Democracies (CoD) Youth Democracy Network (YDN).

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Under Secretary Bass meets with Moldovan Foreign Minister Popsoi in Washington
Acting Under Secretary for Political Affairs John Bass met with Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popsoi in Washington, D.C. The meeting took place on December 4, 2024.

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Blinken meets Maltese PM Abela at OSCE Ministerial
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela during the OSCE Ministerial in Malta.

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Blinken discusses regional tensions with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to address diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions.

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U.S. criticizes Georgian Dream party's actions amid longstanding partnership with Georgia
The United States has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with Georgia, a relationship that has been cultivated over 32 years.

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U.S. expresses concern over reported interference in Romanian elections
The United States has been monitoring the presidential elections in Romania.

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Blinken discusses Ukraine support with German foreign minister at NATO meeting
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock during the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brussels.

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NATO leaders discuss military aid for Ukraine amid rising Russian tensions
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met to discuss key issues concerning the alliance.

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US-Ukraine sign MOU enhancing energy resilience amid Russian aggression
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met to sign a memorandum of understanding aimed at bolstering Ukraine's energy resilience.

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USA unveils pavilion plans for Expo 2025 Osaka
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell, alongside Japanese Ambassador to the United States Shigeo Yamada, held a press briefing to discuss the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.

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U.S. prepares for Expo 2025: Focus on cultural diplomacy amid regional concerns
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M. Campbell recently provided insights into the upcoming USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka during an event held in Washington, D.C. Campbell emphasized the importance of the pavilion as a platform to showcase...

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U.S. Embassy Port Moresby achieves LEED Gold certification
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations has announced that the new U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, has received LEED Gold certification from the United States Green Building Council.

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Blinken meets with NATO chief Rutte ahead of foreign ministers meeting
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Brussels.

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Blinken reaffirms U.S. support for Ukraine during Brussels meeting
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha in Brussels, as confirmed by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

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US welcomes South Korea's decision to rescind martial law
The United States has been observing recent events in the Republic of Korea.

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US reaffirms commitment to disability rights on international observance day
Today marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day dedicated to recognizing the contributions of individuals with disabilities across the globe.

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US imposes sanctions on former Uzbek officials over human rights abuses
On December 2, 2024, the United States announced sanctions against former officials of the Government of Uzbekistan.

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U.S. supports Israel's extension of indemnification for banking with Palestinians
The United States government has expressed approval for Israel's decision to extend indemnification for Israeli banks, which supports correspondent banking relationships with Palestinian counterparts, by one year.

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Global talks on plastic pollution advance without final agreement
The United States has recognized the progress made during the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) on plastic pollution.

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ICJ begins hearings on states' obligations regarding climate change
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has commenced two weeks of public hearings to discuss States' international obligations concerning climate change.

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