News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


U.S. – Taiwan Working Group Meeting on International Organizations (IO Talks)

On March 31, 2022, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) convened high-level representatives of the U.S. Department of State and the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for consultations in Washington on expanding Taiwan’s participation at the United Nations and in other international fora.


Republic of Singapore Signs the Artemis Accords

In August 2021, as part of Vice President Kamala Harris’s trip to Singapore, the United States and Singapore agreed on the importance of creating a safe and transparent environment that facilitates space exploration, science, and commercial activities for all of humanity to enjoy.


United States and Allies Impose Additional Sanctions on the Burmese Military Regime

As we approach one year since the horrific violence perpetrated by the Burmese military on Armed Forces Day 2021, in which more than 100 people were killed, the United States is imposing sanctions on five Burmese individuals and five entities in response to the regime’s brutal crackdown against the people of Burma


Condemnation of Houthi Terrorist Attacks on Saudi Arabia

We strongly condemn this week’s multiple Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia, including today’s that struck an Aramco facility in Jeddah, which is clearly civilian infrastructure.


The President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget

President Biden believes deeply in the ability of U.S. global leadership to solve challenges, and the Administration recognizes that diplomacy and development are vital tools for advancing U.S. interests and values.


Friends of Sudan Joint Statement on the UNITAMS-AU-IGAD Facilitated Political Process

Following is a joint statement on the UNITAMS-AU-IGAD Facilitated Political Process issued by Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union as members of the Friends of Sudan.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas After Their Meeting

The latest incidents in Europe have proven that there are double standards being flagrantly observed around the world.


United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the People of Afghanistan

During today’s High-Level Pledging Event on Supporting the Humanitarian Response in Afghanistan, the United States announced we are providing nearly $204 million in additional humanitarian assistance to help the people of Afghanistan, bringing the total amount to more than $720 million since August 2021.


Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Mitigation Report

Once again, the scientific community has delivered an urgent call to action for our planet.


USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman’s Meeting with Issawi Frej, Israeli Minister of Regional Cooperation

The two discussed prospects for collaboration on development efforts in the region and USAID’s plans for future programming in the West Bank and Gaza.


The United States Provides Nearly $204 Million in New Funding to Address the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan

Today at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, United Kingdom, Germany, and Qatar-hosted virtual pledging conference, the United States announced it is providing nearly $204 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Afghanistan.


The US Commerce Department published a one page notice on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.



Release: Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH), Chair of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Subcommittee, delivered the following remarks at the Subcommittee's hearing on the fiscal year 2023 budget request for the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights.


DOS-PHL offers new grant application process starting April 6

2022 PAS Philippines Small Grants Program grant opened on April 6.


News Release: The United States welcomes the opening of trial proceedings at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague in the case against Ali Mohammed Ali Abd-al Rahman, a former Janjaweed commander also known as Ali Kushayb. This marks the beginning of the first trial against any senior leader for crimes committed by the Omar al-Bashir regime and government-supported forces following the genocide and other atrocities in Darfur.


News Release: Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after the Committee passed workforce development and retirement legislation...


News Release: Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Seeks Volunteers for Park Day 2022.


Interior Department discusses Notice of Withdrawal Application and Notice of Public Meetings for the Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona on April 4

The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Webster Statement from Hearing with FEMA Administrator Criswell on FEMA’s 2022 Priorities

News Release: Opening remarks, as prepared, of Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Ranking Member Daniel Webster (R-FL) from today’s hearing entitled, “FEMA Priorities for 2022 and the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan":