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Senior officials from the Philippines and the United States met in Manila on February 16, 2026, for the 12th Philippines-United States Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD).
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U.S. extends greetings for Mongolian Lunar New Year and highlights partnership
On February 17, 2026, the United States issued a message marking Tsagaan Sar, the Mongolian Lunar New Year.
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U.S. marks Losar with new special coordinator for Tibetan issues
On February 17, 2026, the United States recognized Losar, the Tibetan New Year, with a message of support for Tibetans worldwide.
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United States and Mauritius plan talks on Diego Garcia base operations
The United States and Mauritius are set to hold bilateral security discussions in Port Louis from February 23 to 25.
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U.S. invests $40 million in international crop research center under America First policy
The United States government has announced a $40 million investment to support the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), an agricultural research institution recognized worldwide.
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United States imposes visa restrictions on Iranian officials over protest crackdown
The United States has announced new visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and leaders in the telecommunications industry, as well as their immediate family members.
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State Department launches concierge service for AI exports to Pax Silica partners
The U.S. Department of State has launched a pilot “concierge” service to help Pax Silica signatories acquire American-made artificial intelligence (AI) products more efficiently.
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U.S. Under Secretary Helberg to attend India AI Impact Summit and advance tech cooperation
Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg is scheduled to visit India from February 20 to 21.
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U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Uzbek nationals over illegal immigration facilitation
The U.S. Department of State has announced visa restrictions on certain individuals in Uzbekistan who have been identified as facilitating illegal immigration to the United States.
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Department of State releases digitized supplement on U.S.-American republic relations from 1958-1960
The Department of State has announced the release of a newly digitized edition of "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume V, Microfiche Supplement, American Republics."
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U.S.-Japan dialogue addresses regional security challenges including China and North Korea
The United States and Japan held an Extended Deterrence Dialogue (EDD) at the State Department in Washington, D.C., on February 18, 2026.
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Secretary Rubio speaks with Dutch foreign minister Berendsen on first day in office
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen on the first day of Berendsen's tenure.
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Secretary Rubio and Saudi foreign minister discuss economic cooperation and regional security
Secretary Rubio held a conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on February 23, 2026.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Kosovo president to discuss cooperation on regional security
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani Sadriu, according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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Secretary Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Cooper discuss diplomatic efforts on global conflicts
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to discuss several international issues.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Pakistan Prime Minister Sharif to discuss security and economic cooperation
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Washington, DC, according to a statement from Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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Secretary Rubio meets Indonesian foreign minister to discuss strategic partnership
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono in Washington, D.C. The two officials reaffirmed the importance of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between their countries and its role in promoting...
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U.S. Deputy Secretary meets Cambodian PM Hun Manet on security and trade
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in Washington, D.C., during the Board of Peace meeting.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Vietnam’s foreign minister to discuss strategic partnership
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Vietnam Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung in Washington, D.C., according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Paraguayan President Peña to discuss regional partnership
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña during the Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C., according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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