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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a call with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago.
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U.S. congratulates Mexico on its 215th independence anniversary
On September 16, 2025, the United States extended congratulations to Mexico on the occasion of its 215th anniversary of independence.
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U.S. congratulates Papua New Guinea on 50 years of independence
The United States has extended its congratulations to Papua New Guinea as the Pacific nation marks its 50th year of independence on September 16.
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Secretary Rubio discusses Middle East policy priorities including Israel-Gaza conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the press on September 13, 2025, discussing a range of issues related to U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and beyond.
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Deputy Secretary Landau visits South Korea and Pacific Islands for regional partnership talks
Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State, is set to visit Seoul, Port Moresby, and Majuro from September 12 to 18, 2025.
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Deputy Secretary Rigas visits Mexico to advance diplomatic security and regional cooperation
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Michael Rigas is visiting Mexico City and Nuevo Laredo from September 8 to 11.
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United States, South Korea, Japan hold workshops on quantum industrial security
Representatives from the United States, South Korea, and Japan gathered in Seoul on September 3-4 and in Tokyo on September 5 for two trilateral workshops focused on quantum industrial security.
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Trump signs executive order imposing penalties for wrongful detention of Americans abroad
President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing measures against those responsible for the wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad.
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Second oversight committee meets on Congo-Rwanda peace deal implementation
Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, the United States, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union Commission gathered in Washington, D.C., for the second meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee (JOC) regarding the...
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U.S. targets Iranian oil smuggling network led by dual citizen
The United States has announced new sanctions aimed at disrupting the flow of revenue to Iran, citing concerns over destabilizing activities in Iraq, the Middle East, and globally.
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U.S. sanctions Chinese firm for alleged opioid shipments
The United States has imposed sanctions on Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co., Ltd., a chemical company based in China, and two of its representatives, Huang Xiaojun and Huang Zhanpeng.
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United States and Mexico announce renewed joint efforts on border security
The United States and Mexico have issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to security cooperation.
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Rubio and UK’s Lammy discuss Gaza, Iran nuclear issue, and Russia-Ukraine conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on September 2, 2025.
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Secretary Rubio addresses U.S. response after strike on suspected Venezuelan cartel vessel
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters on September 2, 2025, addressing recent U.S. actions against drug trafficking in the Caribbean region and providing context for ongoing counterdrug operations.
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Secretary Rubio honors Cuban activist Berta Soler at Lech Walesa Solidarity Prize event
Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered remarks at the Lech Walesa Solidarity Prize Awards Ceremony, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by communism and honoring Cuban activist Berta Soler for her continued resistance against political...
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Secretary Rubio meets President Sheinbaum to discuss U.S.-Mexico security and economic ties
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to discuss ongoing cooperation between the United States and Mexico.
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U.S. commits to distributing new long-acting HIV prevention drug in high-burden countries
The U.S. government has announced a commitment to purchase the HIV prevention drug lenacapavir from Gilead Sciences, with plans for distribution through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in 8 to 12 countries with high rates...
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U.S. sanctions three NGOs for involvement in ICC action targeting Israeli nationals
The U.S. government has imposed sanctions on three foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) for their involvement in supporting the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) actions against Israeli nationals.
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U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Central Americans linked to CCP activities
The U.S. Department of State has announced a new visa restriction policy aimed at countering what it describes as China’s corrupt influence in Central America.
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U.S.-backed initiative expands access to breakthrough HIV drug lenacapavir globally
The U.S. Department of State has announced a new initiative by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to introduce lenacapavir, a drug developed by Gilead Sciences, into high-burden HIV countries.
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