The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Republic of Korea (ROK) National Security Advisor (NSA) Cho Tae-yong. The Secretary and NSA Cho discussed the importance of U.S.-ROK cooperation to addressing global challenges, including instability in the Middle East.  They discussed the DPRK’s provocative actions in […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of Cambodia as you honor the 70th year of your nation’s independence. The United States will continue to work with Cambodia’s government to advance a shared vision of a free, open, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region. We will continue […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Republic of Korea (ROK) President Yoon Suk Yeol. Secretary Blinken and President Yoon discussed the vital role of the U.S.-ROK alliance in preserving peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula, throughout the Indo-Pacific, and around the world.  They […]

Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya will travel to Paris, France; Cairo, Egypt; and Madrid, Spain from November 8-17, 2023. While in Paris on November 9, she will represent the United States at a French government-hosted international humanitarian conference to review the humanitarian response in Gaza and rally […]

Japan, the United States, and the Republic of Korea (ROK) held a trilateral dialogue on space security in Seoul on November 8, 2023.  In accordance with “The Spirit of Camp David: Joint Statement of Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United States,” released on August 18, 2023, the dialogue focused on issues related to space […]

U.S. Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, Ambassador Dyer will travel to London on November 8-9 to discuss the United Kingdom’s anti-trafficking efforts with a wide range of government and civil society stakeholders.  During her visit, she will address the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report, noting the UK’s positive anti-trafficking efforts and underscoring remaining gaps.  […]

The Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations will host an event to announce the Academic Centers of Conflict Anticipation and Prevention (ACCAP), a new public-private partnership between the U.S. Department of State and eight universities, on November 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. EST.  Under this new initiative, the universities will collaborate on research, analysis, and data projects that will enhance the Department of State’s ability to anticipate, prevent, and respond to conflicts around […]