News from June 2024
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Japan Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru, and Republic of Korea (ROK) Minister of National Defense Shin Won-sik convened a Trilateral Ministerial Meeting on June 2, 2024, in Singapore. They discussed shared regional security concerns, reviewed the implementation of trilateral security cooperation lines of effort presented at the historic Camp David Summit on August 18, 2023, and discussed new initiatives to strengthen and institutionalize trilateral security cooperation to contribute to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula,...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Italy as you celebrate the 78th anniversary of the birth of the Italian Republic on June 2, 1946.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Ely Ratner met with senior defense policy officials from the "Five Eyes" alliance today on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. The meeting included Australian Deputy Secretary of Defence Strategy, Policy, and Industry Hugh Jeffrey; Canadian Assistant Deputy Minister (Policy) Peter Hammerschmidt; United Kingdom Director General for Security Policy Paul Wyatt; and New Zealand Ministry of Defence Deputy Secretary Policy & Planning Richard Schmidt.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Israeli Minister Benny Gantz about the proposal to achieve a full and complete ceasefire in Gaza as part of a hostage deal that would secure the release of all hostages and surge humanitarian assistance throughout Gaza. The Secretary commended Israel for the proposal and emphasized that Hamas should take the deal without delay. He reiterated that, in addition to reuniting hostages with their loved ones, the proposal would advance Israel’s long-term security interests, including by unlocking the possibility of calm along...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
NVIDIA announced new RTX technology at COMPUTEX to power AI assistants and digital humans on GeForce RTX AI laptops. The company introduced Project G-Assist, an AI assistant technology demo for PC games and apps, debuting with ARK: Survival Ascended from Studio Wildcard. Additionally, NVIDIA launched the first PC-based NIM inference microservices for the ACE digital human platform.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 2, 2024
Commissioner Melissa Holyoak served as the keynote speaker at the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI) Summit in Edinburgh. The event, held at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh's Greyfriars Hall, featured discussions titled "Rediscovering Adam Smith: An Inquiry into the Rule of Law, Competition, and the Federal Trade Commission" and "Leadership in Tumultuous Times at The Federal Trade Commission."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
DEA Administrator Anne Milgram stated that the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation drug cartels are using Chinese criminal organizations to launder money from the illicit drug trade. She made this assertion in the DEA’s National Drug Threat Assessment report, released on May 9.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Rep. Joaquin Castro stated that the Stop Arming Cartels Act, aimed at preventing American-made weapons from reaching Mexican cartels, is an "important step" towards reducing violence in the U.S. and Latin America. Castro and co-sponsors made a statement regarding the proposed legislation in a press release on May 17.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Michael Sobolik, Senior Fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council, stated that the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is China's strategy to shift the global economy from the West towards the East. Sobolik shared his statement on the Federal Newswire's China Desk Podcast on May 20.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a discussion with United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan regarding a proposed plan aimed at establishing durable peace in Gaza. The proposal seeks to achieve a complete ceasefire, secure the release of all hostages, and significantly increase humanitarian assistance throughout Gaza.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to discuss shared security interests in the Horn of Africa. The conversation focused on reducing regional tensions, counterterrorism objectives, and planning for a successor mission to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). Additionally, they addressed the significant role of the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a discussion today with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani regarding a proposed agreement aimed at achieving a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza. The deal also seeks the release of all hostages and aims to establish enduring peace.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
With nearly all the votes counted in the South Africa elections, the African National Congress has received less than 50 percent of the vote, leading to the likely formation of a coalition government. In response, Patrick Gaspard, president of the Center for American Progress and former U.S. ambassador to South Africa, issued a statement.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Various civil society organizations celebrated the movement of the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) and urged Congress to pass the privacy law. The Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) "commended the Subcommittee and Chair McMorris Rodgers for their work." The Center for American Progress also urged Congress to pass APRA, highlighting the pressing need for comprehensive privacy and children's safety laws.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Today, the nations of the world took a significant step toward protecting global health by adopting amendments to the International Health Regulations. This move builds on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
As mediators in the ongoing discussions to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages and detainees, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar jointly call on both Hamas and Israel to finalize the agreement embodying the principles outlined by President Biden on May 31, 2024. These principles brought the demands of all parties together in a deal that serves multiple interests and will bring immediate relief both to the long-suffering people of Gaza as well as the long-suffering hostages and their families. This deal offers a roadmap for a permanent ceasefire and ending...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Every June, the United States celebrates Pride Month, commemorating the uprising at the Stonewall Inn that catalyzed a global movement toward LGBTQI+ equality and the inception of Pride as many know it today. Despite significant strides for equality around the world, LGBTQI+ persons in many countries continue to face grave danger, including laws criminalizing LGBTQI+ persons and their allies, violent attacks, and denial of lifesaving and gender-affirming treatment.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
The United States extends congratulations to President Nayib Bukele of the Republic of El Salvador on his inauguration today. "We stand ready to deepen our ties with El Salvador and work together under the Administration’s Root Causes Strategy on good governance, citizen security with due process, inclusive economic prosperity, and human rights."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry regarding the proposal to achieve lasting peace in Gaza. The conversation, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller, focused on the necessity of a complete ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and the increase of humanitarian aid throughout Gaza.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 1, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a statement today following the announcement by Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK) of new agreements to enhance their bilateral defense relationship. The agreements include measures aimed at supporting operational safety and improving lines of communication.
