Angolan National Day – United States Department of State

Angolan National Day – United States Department of State

On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Angola a heartfelt congratulations on the 48th anniversary of your independence. I am appreciative of the ways that the United States and Angola have expanded our partnership, especially in the past year.  From the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, to increased security cooperation, to […]

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New Partnership with Indonesia to Explore Semiconductor Supply Chain Opportunities

Special Envoy on North Korean Human Rights Issues Turner’s Travel to London, Paris, and GenevaThe U.S. State Department will partner with the Government of Indonesia to explore opportunities to grow and diversify the global semiconductor ecosystem under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, created by the CHIPS Act of 2022.  This partnership will help create a more resilient, secure, and sustainable global semiconductor value chain. The United […]

Designating Additional Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad Officials and Supporters

Designating Additional Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad Officials and SupportersThe United States is announcing today its third round of sanctions targeting Hamas-affiliated individuals and entities in connection with the October 7 terrorist attacks on Israel.  The Department of State is designating Akram al-Ajouri as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist for being a leader of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ).  Ajouri is the PIJ Deputy […]

U.S. Assistance to International Investigation of the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine

U.S. Assistance to International Investigation of the Crime of Aggression Against UkraineAs Russia continues to blatantly violate international law, and as President Putin’s war on Ukraine continues to result in extraordinary suffering, the United States remains focused on working with Ukraine and the international community to hold accountable those responsible for international crimes committed in Ukraine. As part of our unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s territorial integrity […]

On the Occasion of Diwali

Designating Additional Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad Officials and SupportersI extend warm wishes for a joyous Diwali to the Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, and Jain communities observing the festival in the United States and around the world.  Diwali represents a time of joy and renewal, celebrated through traditions that include lighting diyas, decorating homes with rangoli, and sharing sweets with family and friends. Diwali is […]

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Ukrainian Presidential Office Head Yermak

United States Delivers Additional Equipment for the Haitian National Police and Multinational Security Support Mission in HaitiThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Ukrainian Presidential Office Head Andriy Yermak in Washington, D.C. The two discussed the latest developments on the battlefield in Ukraine and preparations for winter, including the ongoing provision of additional air defense items and hardening of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure […]

Secretary Blinken’s Travel to San Francisco

U.S. Assistance to International Investigation of the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to San Francisco, California from November 13-17 to co-host the APEC Ministerial Meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai and participate in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week meetings. In San Francisco, Secretary Blinken will advance our APEC host year policy priorities for an “interconnected, […]

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Announcing the Renaming of the Bureau of Arms Control, Verification and Compliance to the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability

Special Envoy on North Korean Human Rights Issues Turner’s Travel to London, Paris, and GenevaToday the Department of State is officially announcing the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability (ADS), the new name of the Bureau of Arms Control, Verification and Compliance. This name change reflects the full scope of this Bureau’s long-standing work and its role in addressing new challenges posed by emerging security technologies and domains. […]