Papua New Guinea National Day

Papua New Guinea National DayOn behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Papua New Guinea as you celebrate your National Day on September 16. This year, the partnership between the United States and Papua New Guinea reached new heights. We signed two foundational bilateral agreements—the Defense Cooperation Agreement and the Agreement […]

United States Welcomes Germany’s Signing of the Artemis Accords

United States Welcomes Germany’s Signing of the Artemis AccordsGermany became the 29th nation to sign the Artemis Accords.  In a ceremony hosted by German Ambassador to the United States Andreas Michaelis, Dr. Walther Pelzer, Director General of the German Aerospace Center, signed the Artemis Accords on behalf of Germany.  Acting Assistant Secretary of State Jennifer Littlejohn gave remarks, as did NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, Executive Secretary of the […]

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa

Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko today and offered congratulations on her appointment. They emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Japan Alliance to security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. The Secretary and Foreign Minister also discussed countering the DPRK’s reckless provocations […]

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