State News
State
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma will travel to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on August 25th to attend the 77th Little League Baseball World Series (LLBWS) championship game. The event will feature the winning team from the U.S. bracket versus the winning team of the international bracket.
State
United States imposes new sanctions targeting Russian wartime economy
The United States is intensifying its sanctions campaign against Russia, imposing new measures on nearly 400 entities and individuals supporting Russia's war against Ukraine. This announcement comes one day before Ukrainian Independence Day.
State
United States announces new military aid package for Ukraine
The United States has announced a significant new package of military assistance for Ukraine as the country marks thirty-three years of independence. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken revealed the aid on August 23, 2024, emphasizing its urgency in helping Ukraine defend against ongoing Russian attacks.
State
Special session addresses global response to surge in Clade I mpox cases
On August 23, Ambassador Dr. John Nkengasong, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Senior Bureau Official for Global Health Security and Diplomacy, led a special session of the Foreign Ministry Channel for Global Health Security (FMC) to discuss the global response to the surge of Clade I mpox cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and other African countries. On August 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern following the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention's (Africa CDC) declaration of a...
State
U.S. Deputy Secretary Campbell set for diplomatic tour in Pacific Islands
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell will travel to Tonga, Vanuatu, and New Zealand from August 28 to 31.
State
U.S. challenges Venezuela's Supreme Tribunal ruling on presidential election
Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal of Justice ruled yesterday that Nicolas Maduro won the July 28 presidential election against democratic opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez. This ruling lacks all credibility, given the overwhelming evidence that Gonzalez received the most votes on July 28.
State
U.S. Deputy Secretary Verma discusses strategic cooperation with Indian officials
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma held meetings with senior Indian officials in New Delhi from August 17-22. His discussions with External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Minister of Commerce Piyush Goyal, senior advisers to the Prime Minister, and other high-ranking officials aimed to advance strategic cooperation between the United States and India on issues including security, the digital economy, and clean energy supply chains. The meetings also addressed U.S.-India coordination in multilateral...
State
Uzra Zeya to discuss human rights during Malaysia-Vietnam visit
Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Hanoi, Vietnam from August 25-31, 2024. The visit aims to engage partners on human rights, humanitarian cooperation, and human-centered civilian security.
State
U.S. Department commemorates decade-long foreign service internship program
The U.S. Department of State celebrated the tenth anniversary of the U.S. Foreign Service Internship Program (USFSIP) on August 15-16, 2024, with a reception and alumni conference at the George C. Marshall Conference Center. The event was hosted by Director General of the Foreign Service and Director of Global Talent Marcia S. Bernicat.
State
U.S., Argentina sign MOU to enhance cooperation on critical minerals
The United States and Argentina have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cooperation on critical minerals. The agreement was formalized by U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez and Argentine Foreign Minister Diana Mondino during the U.S.-Argentina Energy Security Dialogue in Buenos Aires.
State
Blinken discusses Middle East peace efforts with Qatari Amir
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on August 21, 2024. The conversation focused on ongoing efforts to negotiate a ceasefire agreement aimed at alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people and securing the release of hostages.
State
US launches Clean Energy Transition Accelerator project in Argentina
The U.S. Department of State has announced the launch of the Clean Energy Transition Accelerator (CETA) project in Argentina. Through this initiative, the United States will provide the government of Argentina with $500,000 in technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Experts from these labs will assist Argentine counterparts in developing national strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate Argentina’s clean energy transition.
State
U.S response continues amid growing Mpox concerns
On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern regarding the rise in mpox cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and several other African countries. This declaration followed the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention’s (Africa CDC) announcement of a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security on August 13. The increase in clade I mpox cases, both in endemic and non-endemic countries, poses a threat to regional health security and beyond. Clade I mpox has also introduced a...
State
Under Secretary Zeya meets with Dalai Lama in New York
On August 21, 2024, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights and Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues Uzra Zeya traveled to New York City for an audience with His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama. Under Secretary Zeya was accompanied by Special Assistant to the President and National Security Council Senior Director for Democracy and Human Rights Kelly Razzouk.
State
U.S. officials travel to Costa Rica for economic summit planning
Senior Director for International Economics at the National Security Council, Nora Todd, is traveling to Costa Rica from August 21-23 to participate in an Americas Partnership planning meeting. The focus of the meeting is the 2025 Americas Partnership Leaders’ Summit, which will be hosted by Costa Rica. The U.S. delegation includes Senior Coordinator for the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity at the Department of State, Ambassador Lisa Kubiske; Deputy Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Kevin Sullivan; and Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for the...
State
U.S. envoy visits Congo, Tanzania to boost infrastructure investments
Acting Special Coordinator for the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Helaina Matza will travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania from August 21-28. The visit aims to advance ongoing U.S.-led investments in the development of the Lobito and Trans-Africa Corridor and explore opportunities to expand the economic corridor to the Indian Ocean.
State
Blinken discusses Middle East trip with Turkish foreign minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on August 21, 2024, regarding the Secretary’s recent trip to the Middle East. The conversation focused on ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent regional escalation and their shared commitment to creating conditions for a durable ceasefire, bringing hostages home, and ensuring vital humanitarian aid reaches those in need in Gaza. Additionally, they discussed a range of regional issues.
State
Fernandez travels to South America for critical minerals talks
Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez will travel to Argentina, Ecuador, and Peru from August 21-29 to engage key partners in the Western Hemisphere on critical minerals supply chains and developments in the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity, and to promote trade and economic opportunities with the United States.
State
World Humanitarian Day highlights sacrifices amid rising dangers
This week, World Humanitarian Day was celebrated to honor the daily sacrifices of humanitarian aid workers who operate in some of the world's most challenging environments. These individuals often face significant risks to their own safety as they provide aid and relief to vulnerable and desperate populations. The United States acknowledges their dedication, compassion, and humanity.
State
Assistant Secretary Pyatt travels to Pittsburgh to discuss energy initiatives
Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from August 21-22 to engage with industry representatives, academia, community leaders, and NGOs. The visit aims to highlight the Bureau of Energy Resources' (ENR) work on energy security, the energy transition, and U.S. support for Ukraine’s energy sector.
Your news, delivered.
Subscribe and personalize your weekly Newswire round-up.