On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate all Eswatini on 55 years of independence. As you mark this momentous occasion, let us also celebrate the strong friendship between our two nations. We honor our progress on health, climate change adaptation, and addressing a period of unrest. This collaboration has only strengthened the […]

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken arrived in Ukraine today to meet with senior Ukrainian officials and demonstrate the United States’ unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and democracy, especially in the face of Russia’s aggression.  While in Ukraine, Secretary Blinken will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to discuss Ukraine’s […]

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma met with Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei today in Guatemala City. Deputy Secretary Verma and President Giammattei discussed the importance of the U.S.-Guatemala relationship and ongoing collaboration under the U.S. Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America. The […]

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Deputy Secretary Richard Verma met with Organization of American States Secretary General Luis Almagro today in Guatemala City to discuss the need for a peaceful transition of power in Guatemala.  Deputy Secretary Verma noted the full commitment of the United States to support the will of the […]

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma will travel to Guatemala and Colombia from September 5-8.  In Guatemala, Deputy Secretary Verma will meet with President-elect Arévalo and senior officials of the Giammattei administration, as well as civil society and international humanitarian partners. In Colombia, Deputy Secretary Verma will join Homeland Security Advisor Dr. […]

From August 28 – September 1, 2023, the Departments of State, Justice, and Treasury, as well as USAID, hosted leaders from Ukraine’s Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO), National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), and High Anti-Corruption Court in Washington, D.C. Ukraine’s commitment to tackling corruption is key to winning its future and to realizing its […]

Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Nairobi, Kenya, and Bucharest, Romania, September 4-7 to advance shared objectives on climate and clean energy. In Nairobi, Secretary Kerry will participate in the Africa Climate Summit , where he will engage with leaders, ministers, and civil society representing countries from Africa in the effort to respond […]