SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good morning, everyone.  Let me first say that when Rahm started to talk about mayor of Chicago, I thought he was announcing his candidacy for Hiroshima.  (Laughter.)  So if the mayor’s here, watch out. But Mr. Ambassador, Rahm, thank you for helping make this Memorandum of Cooperation and so many partnerships that […]

As the largest Pacific Island country, a likeminded democracy, APEC member, and regional energy provider, Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a key partner for the United States in the Indo-Pacific region.  The United States will continue to partner with PNG on strengthening economic relations, security cooperation, and people-to-people ties, as well as promoting inclusive and […]

In coordination with the G7, Australia, and other partners, the United States is imposing new sanctions today on Russia for its illegal war in Ukraine. Today’s actions implement new commitments made at the G7 Leaders’ Summit and demonstrate our shared resolve to hold Russia accountable for its mounting atrocities in Ukraine.  These sanctions also reinforce […]

On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I would like to congratulate the people of Timor-Leste as you celebrate the anniversary of your Restoration of Independence on May 20. In the 21 years since Timor-Leste restored its independence, the United States and Timor-Leste have enjoyed a strong friendship and partnership based […]

From May 22-26, 2023, Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Mallory Stewart, will travel to London, United Kingdom; Geneva, Switzerland; and Brussels, Belgium. In London, May 23-24, she will hold a series of bilateral meetings with UK counterparts and attend the European Trilateral Track 2 Nuclear Dialogues. In Geneva, she will deliver remarks […]

The United States and Canada conducted the 17th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations from May 16-17 in Kelowna, BC.  In this latest negotiating session, the two delegations discussed managing the following issues:  flood risks after the Treaty regime changes in September 2024, planning for Treaty hydropower operations, integrating Canada’s desire for greater flexibility […]

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Mexican Secretary of Economy Raquel Buenrostro today in Washington, D.C.  They discussed working together to create an economy of the future that promotes diversified, resilient global supply chains and sets high standards for labor, environmental protection, trusted technology, and […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest wishes to the people of Cameroon on the occasion of National Day on May 20. The United States and Cameroon cooperate in several areas to include health, regional security, humanitarian assistance, and environmental protection. The United States looks forward to continued partnership with […]

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Park Jin on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. Secretary Blinken congratulated Foreign Minister Park on President Yoon’s successful State Visit and noted the importance of cooperating with each other and […]

Upon the completion of the Fifth Review Conference of the Chemical Weapons Convention, the United States reiterates its unwavering commitment to achieving a world free of chemical weapons.  We commend the constructive efforts of a wide range of States Parties and their commitment to seeking a consensual outcome.  We regret that the Russian Federation repeatedly […]