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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy in a meeting on September 11, 2024. President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude for their participation in the Crimean Platform, noting its significance especially this year, marking 80 years since the deportation of Crimean Tatars from their homeland.
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Ukrainian PM thanks US for extensive support amid conflict with Russia
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal expressed gratitude to the Biden-Harris administration, U.S. Congress, and the American people for their extensive support during Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia. "Dear Mr. Secretary Blinken, dear colleagues, first of all, I would like to thank the Biden-Harris administration, U.S. Congress, all U.S. people for such strong support of my country during these dark times of our history," Shmyhal stated.
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Blinken meets with Zelenskyy, Lammy to discuss support for Ukraine
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today in Kyiv. Secretary Blinken reiterated the United States’ enduring support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s war of aggression. The three reviewed upcoming diplomatic engagements, including at the UN General Assembly in New York, and discussed the importance of nations across the world supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and the principles of the UN Charter. They also discussed Ukraine’s continued progress toward NATO and EU...
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U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Dialogue emphasizes bilateral cooperation advancements
The inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Dialogue, held on September 11-12, 2024, emphasized recent developments in bilateral energy cooperation between the two nations.
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U.S.-EU hold high-level meetings discussing China relations & Indo-Pacific consultations
The following is a joint press release issued by the Deputy Secretary of State and EEAS Secretary General Sannino.
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Secretary Blinken praises civil society's role in strengthening Ukraine's democracy
Secretary Antony J. Blinken addressed civil society representatives in Kyiv, Ukraine, on September 11, 2024. The meeting took place at O’Panas and was part of his official visit to the country.
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U.S. announces over $700M in additional aid for Ukraine
Today, while visiting Kyiv, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken announced more than $700 million in new assistance to support Ukraine and its people against Russia’s war of aggression. This assistance will support Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, provide vital humanitarian aid for Ukrainian internally displaced persons and refugees, and support demining operations that are preventing civilian casualties, restoring civilian infrastructure, and facilitating the safe delivery of humanitarian aid.
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Ambassador Rao Gupta to address women's economic empowerment during India visit
U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues Dr. Geeta Rao Gupta will travel to India from September 11-16 to advance U.S.-India bilateral economic security and human rights priorities, including advancing the U.S.-India Alliance for Women’s Economic Empowerment and addressing gender-based violence prevention and response.
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U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Dialogue set for September 11-12 in Washington
The Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt will lead the inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Strategic Energy Dialogue in Washington, DC on September 11-12. The event will host a senior delegation from the Nigerian government led by the Honorable Minister of State Petroleum Resources Ekperikpe Ekpo.
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Donald Lu travels to India and Bangladesh to bolster economic ties
Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu will travel to India and Bangladesh from September 10 to 16. Throughout his trip, Assistant Secretary Lu will reaffirm the United States’ commitment to supporting its partners' economic growth and promoting stability throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
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Department of State honors 19 colleges as Fulbright HBCU institutional leaders
The Department of State has recognized 19 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as “Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders” for their notable engagement with the Fulbright Program during the 2023-2024 academic year. The Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders initiative celebrates these partnerships, encourages administrators, faculty, and students at HBCUs to engage with Fulbright on campus, and highlights HBCUs as destinations for international students and scholars.
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Blinken meets UK Prime Minister Starmer to discuss global challenges
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on September 10, 2024. The meeting emphasized the fundamental importance of the Special Relationship in addressing pressing global challenges.
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Ambassador Nathaniel C. Fick to attend G20 Digital Economy Ministerial Meeting
Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy Nathaniel C. Fick will travel to Maceio, Brazil from September 11-13, 2024, to attend the G20 Digital Economy Ministerial on September 13.
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U.S. imposes new sanctions on entities linked with Iran-Russia cooperation
The Department of State has announced new sanctions to further constrain Iran's destabilizing activities, including its transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. This development marks a significant escalation in Iran's support for Russia's war against Ukraine. The expanding military partnership between Iran and Russia poses a threat to European security and highlights Iran's influence beyond the Middle East.
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Secretary Blinken meets UK Prime Minister Starmer to discuss pressing global issues
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met on September 10, 2024, to discuss pressing global issues and reinforce the strong bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States.
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US partners with Nigeria to host "Global Inclusivity & AI: Africa" conference
The U.S. Department of State and the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy will convene more than 200 stakeholders for the “Global Inclusivity and AI: Africa” conference in Lagos, Nigeria, from September 10 to 11. Participants will include senior officials from the United States and Africa, private sector executives, civil society members, and academia. The conference aims to discuss opportunities and challenges in the responsible development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence (AI). Additionally, it seeks to identify and...
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Verma discusses Ukraine support with Slovak officials
Deputy Secretary Verma’s engagements in Bratislava, Slovakia
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Geoffrey R. Pyatt travels to Houston for talks on energy independence
Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Houston, Texas on September 9 for meetings with Iraqi officials and U.S. energy companies, hosted by the Baker Institute at Rice University. These engagements will advance discussions held during Iraq Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s visit to Washington D.C. in April and Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s trip to Iraq in May to support their goal of achieving energy independence by 2030 through greater efficiency, renewable energy sources, and the modernization of electricity grids.
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Sara Minkara attends closing ceremony of 2024 Paris Paralympics
Special Advisor on International Disability Rights (SAIDR) Sara Minkara traveled to France for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony.
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Deputy Secretary Verma discusses Ukraine's recovery efforts in Vienna
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Engagements in Vienna, Austria
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