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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken recently engaged in a conversation with Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth. The discussion centered on the robust U.S.-Mauritius partnership and their mutual aim to enhance security and prosperity for both nations and the broader region.
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U.S announces $5 million aid for food security in Guatemala
On the margins of the UN General Assembly, U.S. Department of State Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment Jose W. Fernandez announced $5 million in food security assistance that will advance the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS) in Guatemala. Joining from the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College, the Common Fund Commodities and Cargill also highlighted their VACS efforts for Guatemalan communities.
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Blinken highlights progress on Lobito Corridor at investment roundtable
Secretary Antony J. Blinken addressed the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment Roundtable on September 24, 2024, focusing on the Lobito Corridor project. The initiative aims to enhance transcontinental connectivity by linking Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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United States announces nearly $199 million aid package for Rohingya refugees
The United States has announced nearly $199 million in new assistance for Rohingya refugees and the communities hosting them in Bangladesh and the surrounding region. This announcement was made by Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya during the High-Level UNGA Side Event on the Rohingya Crisis.
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U.S. and Vietnam enhance cybersecurity cooperation under strategic partnership
Ahead of President Joseph R. Biden’s meeting with Vietnam General Secretary and President To Lam during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, the U.S. Department of State has highlighted new progress on opportunities for cooperation under the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP).
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Blinken meets with Angolan president in New York
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Angolan President Joao Lourenco today in New York City. The meeting underscored the growing importance of the U.S.-Angola partnership, highlighted by President Biden’s upcoming trip to Angola.
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Blinken emphasizes digital governance at UN General Assembly event
Secretary Antony J. Blinken addressed the Freedom Online Coalition Ministerial Event on AI for Humanity during the UN General Assembly's High-Level Week. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of digital governance and international cooperation in protecting human rights online.
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Blinken addresses launch of Friends of Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty at UN
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed a high-level meeting at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on September 23, 2024. The event marked the launch of the Friends of Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty group.
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Antony J. Blinken calls for reform at Summit of Future
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed the Summit of the Future at the UN Headquarters in New York City on September 23, 2024. During his remarks, Blinken emphasized the urgent need for support, reform, and revitalization to fulfill the United Nations' crucial purpose.
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Blinken meets with South Korean and Japanese foreign ministers in New York
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-Yul, and Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko met in New York City on September 23, 2024. The meeting emphasized the ongoing trilateral cooperation between the United States, Japan, and South Korea.
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Secretary Blinken meets with President Ali to discuss U.S.-Guyana relations
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Guyanese President Irfaan Ali met in New York City on September 23, 2024, to discuss the ongoing partnership between their countries.
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U.S., companies launch partnership promoting inclusive use of artificial intelligence
Today in New York City, during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Secretary of State Antony Blinken launched the Partnership for Global Inclusivity on AI. This initiative aims to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for sustainable development globally.
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United States hosts event addressing modern humanitarian challenges
The United States, in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank, the United Kingdom, and the World Economic Forum, convened over 30 senior leaders on September 23, 2024. The gathering included representatives from governments, the United Nations, humanitarian and development actors, international financial institutions, civil society, the private sector, and formerly displaced individuals. The focus was on improving global humanitarian response amid rising forced displacement and unprecedented needs.
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Countries launch initiative supporting fissile material cut-off treaty
High-level representatives from several countries gathered on September 23, 2024, to launch the Friends of a Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty (FMCT) during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week in New York. The event was attended by officials from Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Nigeria, the Philippines, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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Governments issue joint statement on combating misuse of commercial spyware
This Joint Statement was originally announced on March 30, 2023, at the second Summit for Democracy, with an inaugural group of eleven like-minded partners. Since then, it has been updated twice to reflect additional countries that have endorsed this first-of-its-kind multilateral commitment to work collectively to counter the proliferation and misuse of commercial spyware.
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United States partners with Dominican Republic for Economic and Health Dialogue
On September 22, Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez met with President of the Dominican Republic Luis Abinader to announce that the United States is partnering with the Dominican Republic to co-chair the Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas (EHA).
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U.S.-led initiatives expand global efforts against commercial spyware
Ahead of a groundbreaking inaugural September 22 meeting on the margins of the UN General Assembly (UNGA), the Department of State announced that Austria, Estonia, Lithuania, and the Netherlands have endorsed the Joint Statement on Efforts to Counter the Proliferation and Misuse of Commercial Spyware. Global support for this initiative has expanded from an initial group of 11 partners to 21 since its launch as a Presidential Initiative at the second Summit for Democracy in March 2023. The Joint Statement is part of the broader United States International Cyberspace and...
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United States congratulates Mali on its 64th National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Mali on the 64th anniversary of your independence.
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Troika expresses concern over extended transition period in south sudan
The Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over South Sudan's decision to extend its transitional period by two years.
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United States extends congratulations to Belize on its 43rd Independence Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Belize on the 43rd anniversary of your independence.
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