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Marco Rubio, the 72nd Secretary of State, outlined the priorities and mission for the Department of State under President Trump's second administration.

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Rubio discusses strategic partnership with Indonesian Foreign Minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, highlighting the significance of the relationship between the United States and Indonesia.

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Marco Rubio sworn in as Secretary with focus on US interests
Vice President Vance recently officiated the swearing-in ceremony of Marco Rubio as Secretary.

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Marco Rubio discusses foreign policy priorities after confirmation as Secretary of State
Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio recently spoke with Craig Melvin on NBC Today, following his unanimous confirmation by the Senate.

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Marco Rubio discusses foreign policy priorities in Good Morning America interview
In a recent interview with George Stephanopoulos on Good Morning America, Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio addressed various pressing issues.

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Marco Rubio discusses priorities as Secretary of State-designate
Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State-designate, participated in an interview with Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil, and Nate Burleson on CBS Morning.

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Rubio meets Japanese foreign minister to discuss regional security
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi in Washington.

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Rubio meets Jaishankar to discuss U.S.-India partnership
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Washington, D.C., on January 21, 2025.

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Rubio meets Wong to discuss US-Australia alliance
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong.

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Quad foreign ministers emphasize commitment to Indo-Pacific security
The foreign ministers of the Quad nations, comprising the United States, Australia, India, and Japan, convened in Washington D.C. to discuss their shared objectives for the Indo-Pacific region.

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Blinken discusses U.S.-Ukraine relations with Foreign Minister Sybiha
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

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Blinken discusses Gaza ceasefire and aid with Jordanian Foreign Minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi, on January 19, 2025.

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Blinken thanks Qatar's PM for mediation efforts in Gaza ceasefire
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

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Blinken discusses Gaza ceasefire with UAE foreign minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

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US pledges $117 million for Lebanese security amid ceasefire efforts
The United States Department of State held a virtual meeting on January 16 with international partners and allies to discuss security assistance for Lebanon.

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Blinken discusses global issues with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, according to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

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U.S. imposes sanctions on Chinese-linked cyber actors for hacking
The United States has announced sanctions against Yin Kecheng and Sichuan Juxinhe Network Technology Co., LTD. (Sichuan Juxinhe), identified as cyber actors linked to the People's Republic of China (PRC).

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Experts collaborate against Russia's maritime 'shadow fleet' risks
A multilateral group of experts, including representatives from the United States, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Poland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, convened in Copenhagen on January 10 to formulate strategies against Russia's shadow fleet.

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U.S.-India renew commitment at ICT working group meeting
The United States and India have reaffirmed their commitment to digital connectivity and ICT infrastructure during the U.S.-India Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Working Group meeting held in New Delhi on October 17, 2024.

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US criticizes Belarusian elections under Lukashenka's regime
The United States has declared that the 2025 presidential election in Belarus cannot be considered free or fair under the current repressive conditions.

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