Announcement of a Visa Restriction Policy for Undermining Democracy in Georgia and Comprehensive Review of All U.S.-Georgia Cooperation
Over the past few months the ruling Georgian Dream party has developed and passed a “foreign influence” law that would stifle the exercise of freedoms of association and expression, stigmatize organizations that serve the citizens of Georgia, and impede independent media organizations working to provide Georgians with access to high quality information. As Georgian citizens have voiced opposition […]
Office of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Hosts Symposium on Effective Action to Confront Online Antisemitism
On May 23, U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt hosted a Symposium to Combat Online Antisemitism. The Symposium convened technology executives, NGOs, and government representatives to foster collaborative thinking about effective action against surging online antisemitism. The forum was an enriching and productive exchange of ideas across the three sectors. […]
First Meeting of the United States – Switzerland Joint Committee Meeting on Science and Technology Cooperation
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and Switzerland at the first U.S.-Swiss Joint Committee Meeting on Science and Technology. On May 24, 2024, the United States and Switzerland convened in Bern for the inaugural Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on science and technology to further strengthen the […]
On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia
Each year on May 17, we commemorate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia. On this day, we reflect upon the violence and discrimination lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) persons worldwide suffer and re-commit ourselves to opposing these acts. This year, like every year, we state unequivocally: LGBTQI+ persons deserve […]
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Charity event “Helping Paw”: fundraising for the creation of the Center for Animal Assistance
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Vacation Rental Management Company Celebrates Expansion to 10 Locations
Breckenridge, CO – LocaVR LLC, an all-inclusive vacation rental management company, is thrilled to announce the recent achievement of expanding to 10 locations with its client-focused platform that offers homeowners access to a local, white-glove service and smarter technology to provide guests with the best experience possible and increase their revenue. With the goal to […]
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Assistant Secretary Toloui Travel to Japan, the Republic of Korea, Vietnam, the Philippines, Singapore, California, and New York April 22 to May 8
Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs Ramin Toloui traveled to Japan, the Republic of Korea, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Singapore April 22 through May 3 to strengthen bilateral relationships and advance trade and economic opportunities with our partners. He also encouraged public and private sector participation from across the region at the Indo-Pacific Business […]
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Nelson Cunningham Joins State Department as Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment
Nelson W. Cunningham will be joining the U.S. Department of State as a Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, where he will focus on a range of special projects, such as encouraging greater private sector participation in overseas critical minerals projects, forging common ground among stakeholders […]
U.S. Delegation to the UN Conference on Small Island Developing States
From May 27-30, UN Member States will gather in Antigua and Barbuda for the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS). U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland will lead the U.S. delegation. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma, Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Michele […]
U.S. Department of State Announces Afro-Connections, a New Cultural Heritage Exchange Initiative That Celebrates the 2024 Bicentennial of U.S.-Brazil Diplomatic Relations
As part of the U.S. government’s effort to promote equity, human rights, and social inclusion, today the Department of State launched Afro-Connections, a new exchange program for museum and cultural heritage professionals from Brazil that will foster ethical and inclusive museum practices centered on community engagement that elevates the voices, history, and culture of communities […]