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Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and President Surangel Whipps, Jr. met on August 28 during the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Tonga. They reaffirmed the strong partnership between the United States and Palau. Discussions covered various topics such as economic cooperation, investment opportunities in Palau, support for U.S. veterans living in Palau, and defense and security collaboration.
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Special Envoy Hammer travels to Belgium, Kenya, Ethiopia for diplomatic consultations
U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Ambassador Mike Hammer will travel to Belgium, Kenya, and Ethiopia from September 3 to 13, 2024.
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U.S. condemns arrest warrant for Venezuelan opposition leader
The United States has joined a broad range of international partners in condemning the arrest warrant issued in Venezuela for Edmundo González Urrutia. González Urrutia received the most votes in Venezuela’s July 28 presidential election. The U.S. Department of State described the action as "arbitrary and politically motivated," attributing it to Nicolás Maduro's efforts to undermine his political opponents following attempts to contest the election results.
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Ambassador Lapenn to visit Côte d'Ivoire to discuss sustainable development
Ambassador Jessye Lapenn, Senior Coordinator for Atlantic Cooperation, will travel to Côte d’Ivoire from September 4-6. In Abidjan, she will engage with the Government of Côte d’Ivoire on efforts under the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation to advance shared goals on sustainable economic development, scientific collaboration, food security, and environmental conservation.
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State Department releases new volume on US foreign economic policies during Reagan era
The Department of State has released a new volume of the "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1981–1988, Volume XXXVIII, International Economic Development; International Debt; Foreign Assistance." This volume is part of a subseries documenting the foreign policy decision-making during President Ronald Reagan's administration.
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US Secretary Blinken extends wishes on San Marino National Day
On September 3, 2024, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken issued a press statement extending warm wishes to the people of San Marino on the occasion of their National Day, known as the Feast of Saint Marinus. This day commemorates the founding of San Marino, recognized as the world's oldest republic.
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Secretary Blinken congratulates Malaysia on National Day
On August 31, 2024, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken issued a statement congratulating the people of Malaysia on their National Day.
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Special Representative Fay Rodríguez to visit Germany for labor rights discussions
Special Representative for International Labor Affairs Kelly Fay Rodríguez will travel to Berlin, Germany from September 1-5 to promote President Biden’s Memorandum on Advancing Workers’ Rights, Empowerment, and High Labor Standards Globally.
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U.S. extends congratulations on Slovakia's 32nd national Constitution Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the government and people of Slovakia as you celebrate your 32nd national Constitution Day.
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U.S. extends greetings to Vietnam on its National Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my best wishes to the people of Vietnam on your 79th National Day on September 2.
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U.S. condemns China's actions against Philippines in South China Sea
The United States has expressed its support for the Philippines and condemned actions by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in the South China Sea. On August 31, a China Coast Guard vessel deliberately collided three times with a Philippine Coast Guard vessel near Sabina Shoal, an area within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The incident caused damage to the Philippine vessel and endangered the crew's safety.
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U.S. government extends warm wishes on Uzbekistan Independence Day
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send warm wishes to the people of Uzbekistan on September 1 as they celebrate their Independence Day.
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United States condemns enforced disappearances on international observance day
On the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the United States stands with all victims of enforced disappearance and calls upon perpetrators to cease this practice and return victims to their families.
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U.S. settles $200M case with RTX over export violations
The U.S. Department of State has concluded an administrative settlement with RTX Corporation (RTX) to resolve 750 violations of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), 22 U.S.C. § 2751 et seq., and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. parts 120-130. The Department of State and RTX reached this settlement following an extensive compliance review by the Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance in the Department’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs.
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U.S. Assistant Secretary Robinson travels to Australia and Tonga for law enforcement talks
Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Todd D. Robinson will travel to Canberra, Australia, from September 3-4 where he will meet with Australian officials to discuss INL programming and coordination of U.S. and Australia approaches to shared challenges, including in the Pacific region.
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U.S. Deputy Secretary visits New Zealand for strategic dialogue
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell visited New Zealand on August 30, 2024, to co-chair the U.S.-New Zealand Strategic Dialogue and engage with senior government officials. The visit also marked the launch of the inaugural Critical and Emerging Technology Dialogue.
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Kurt Campbell dedicates new US embassy during visit to Vanuatu
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell traveled to Vanuatu on August 29 to dedicate the U.S. Embassy in Port Vila. His visit underscored shared priorities and bilateral initiatives, including climate resiliency, healthcare, and cultural heritage preservation.
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U.S. extends wishes on Kyrgyz Republic Independence Day
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of the Kyrgyz Republic on August 31 as they celebrate Kyrgyz Independence Day.
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US-ROK to hold fifth Extended Deterrence Strategy meeting on September 4
The United States and Republic of Korea (ROK) will hold the fifth meeting of the Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group on September 4, 2024, at the Department of State. This meeting provides a forum for comprehensive discussions on strategic policy issues on the Korean Peninsula and in the Indo-Pacific impacting the Alliance and extended deterrence.
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Advisory Committee on International Postal and Delivery Services to meet on September 12
On September 12, 2024, the Department of State’s Advisory Committee on International Postal and Delivery Services will convene to review developments in the Universal Postal Union (UPU), including proposals being developed for next year’s regular UPU Congress in Dubai.
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