The United States and the United Kingdom are taking coordinated action today targeting cybercriminals who launched assaults against our critical infrastructure.  We will continue to work with the United Kingdom and with other international partners to expose and disrupt cybercrime emanating from Russia.The United States is designating seven individuals who are part of the Russia-based […]

The United States is designating nine entities, pursuant to Executive Order 13846, that are involved in Iran’s petrochemical and petroleum products trade. The Department of the Treasury is designating six Iran-based companies involved in the sale and distribution of petrochemicals.  Amir Kabir Petrochemical Company has produced and sold millions of dollars’ worth of low-density polyethylene […]

Today we are announcing a reward offer of up to $5 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of Yulan Adonay Archaga Carías, also known as “Porky” or Alex Mendoza, for conspiring to participate in or attempting to participate in transnational organized crime.  This announcement complements a U.S. Department of Justice criminal indictment, which charged […]

The United States, together with its Quad partners Australia, India, and Japan, launched the Quad Cyber Challenge to promote responsible cyber habits across their nations, regions, and beyond. The Challenge reflects the Quad partners’ continued efforts to strengthen individuals’ and communities’ cyber security awareness and action, as well as foster a more secure and resilient […]

Deputy Secretary Wendy R. Sherman will meet with Japanese Vice Minister Mori Takeo and Republic of Korea (ROK) First Vice Minister Cho Hyundong on February 13 in Washington, D.C. The Deputy Secretary and Vice Ministers will discuss plans to enhance trilateral security cooperation in the region and the world. They will also discuss collaboration on […]

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Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Ambassador Bonnie D. Jenkins will travel to Brussels, Belgium; The Hague, the Netherlands; and Munich, Germany, from February 9-19, 2023 to promote the United States’ continued commitment to Ukraine, discuss U.S. priorities on arms control and nonproliferation, and engage with civil society. While in Brussels […]

Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter will travel February 8-17 to Seoul, Bangkok, and Doha. The Assistant Secretary will meet with embassy staff and observe consular operations in all three cities. While in Seoul, she will meet with government officials to discuss a variety of consular issues, including the prevention and resolution […]

One year ago, a diverse group of governments and organizations gathered to launch the COVID-19 Pandemic Prioritized Global Action Plan for Enhanced Engagement (“GAP”) with the objective of focusing political will and enhancing coordination to end the acute phase of the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen readiness for future pandemic threats. The GAP built on global […]

SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Mary Beth, thank you very much, and good morning, good afternoon, good evening.  It’s great to see so many friends and colleagues on the screen today.  Thank you so much for joining the fourth and actually final COVID-19 Global Action Plan Ministerial meeting. So we created this campaign almost exactly a year ago, with […]