News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


USDA Publishes Origin of Livestock Final Rule for Organic Dairy

Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture published the highly anticipated Origin of Livestock (OOL) final rule for organic dairy.


USDA Seeks U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council Nominees

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is industry-funded and supports the marketing and promotion of highbush blueberries.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Israeli Minister of Regional Cooperation Esawi Frej

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Israeli Minister of Regional Cooperation Esawi Frej earlier today in Washington and expressed her condolences regarding the recent wave of terrorist attacks in Israel.


Secretary Blinken’s Call with Omani Foreign Minister Al-Busaidi

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken at Algiers International Trade Fair Launch Event with U.S. Companies

In 2020, the two-way trade between the United States and Algeria totaled $1.2 billion.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Before Their Meeting

This is a very important opportunity, and I’m sure we have a lot to talk about, especially between our bilateral relationship.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Israeli Knesset Speaker Levy

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Israeli Speaker of the Knesset Mickey Levy earlier today in Washington.



Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Israeli President Isaac Herzog Before Their Meeting

I want to commend Foreign Minister Yair Lapid for convening this summit, and wish him success in this very important gathering.


U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction in Africa: Stabilizing Conflict-Affected Areas and Setting the Stage for Development

In 2021, U.S. investments in conventional weapons destruction (CWD) in Africa contributed to lasting security and economic growth in areas where explosive hazards hinder the safe return of displaced people, access to water sources, and limit the safety and socioeconomic growth of local civilian populations.


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

We are deeply concerned by the immense economic pressures currently facing the Sudanese people and are committed to continuing to provide direct, humanitarian support to them during this difficult period.


U.S. Relations With Mozambique

Relations between the United States and Mozambique are strong and improving, as we increase our bilateral cooperation and assistance on issues ranging from countering violent extremism to pandemic response, in close alignment with the Mozambican government’s development priorities.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Republic of Korea President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol’s U.S.-ROK Policy Consultation Delegation

Today, Deputy Secretary Sherman met in Washington with Republic of Korea President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol’s U.S.-ROK Policy Consultation Delegation, led by National Assembly Representative Park Jin.


Hong Kong’s Diminishing Freedoms

Over the past year, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has continued to dismantle Hong Kong’s democratic institutions, placed unprecedented pressure on the judiciary, and stifled academic, cultural, and press freedoms.


Joint Statement on Armed Forces Day in Myanmar

On Armed Forces Day, we remember those killed and displaced by violence over the last year, including at least 100 people killed on this day alone one year ago.


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


Assistant Secretary Medina’s Travel to Houston, Texas

These discussions will set the stage for the Our Ocean Conference which the United States will co-host with Palau in Koror, April 13-14.


Hong Kong’s Diminishing Freedoms

Over the past year, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has continued to dismantle Hong Kong’s democratic institutions, placed unprecedented pressure on the judiciary, and stifled academic, cultural, and press freedoms.


U.S.-EU Consultations Underscore Shared Commitment to Human Rights

Today, Acting Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Lisa Peterson hosted the 2022 U.S.-EU Human Rights Consultations in Washington, D.C.


The U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability: Priority Countries and Region

The following is being released jointly by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Agency for International Development.