The Minerals Security Partnership Announces Collaboration in Minerals Exploration, Production, and Processing Between GECAMINES in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and JOGMEC in Japan

The Minerals Security Partnership Announces Collaboration in Minerals Exploration, Production, and Processing Between GECAMINES in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and JOGMEC in Japan

The United States, as Chair of the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP), and MSP partners, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between LA GENERALE DES CARRIERES ET DES MINES (GECAMINES) and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC). This milestone collaboration, forged through dialogue among MSP partners, creates a framework for […]

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Announcement of a Visa Restriction Policy to Promote Accountability for the Misuse of Commercial Spyware

Announcement of a Visa Restriction Policy to Promote Accountability for the Misuse of Commercial Spyware

The State Department is implementing a new policy today that will allow the imposition of visa restrictions on individuals involved in the misuse of commercial spyware. This new policy is the most recent action in the United States’ comprehensive approach to countering the misuse of commercial spyware.  Previous actions have included the issuance of an Executive […]

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Designation of Ahmad Mohammad Harun Under the War Crimes Rewards Program

Designation of Ahmad Mohammad Harun Under the War Crimes Rewards Program

The Department of State is today designating Sudan’s Former Minister of State for the Interior under the Omar al Bashir regime, Ahmad Mohammad Harun, under the War Crimes Rewards Program.  Harun is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes and crimes against humanity allegedly committed in Darfur between 2003 and 2004.  During this time, Harun stands accused of recruiting, mobilizing, funding, and arming the notorious Janjaweed militia, a precursor to the Rapid Support […]

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Assistant Secretary O’Brien’s Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Assistant Secretary O’Brien’s Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs James C. O’Brien will travel to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, February 1-3, 2024. His visit will emphasize the strong partnership between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina and reaffirm the United States’ support for the country’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and multiethnic character. While in Sarajevo, Assistant Secretary […]

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Secretary Blinken and Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Keith Rowley Before Their Meeting

Secretary Blinken and Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Keith Rowley Before Their Meeting

SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Very good.  Well, good morning, everyone.  And it’s a great pleasure for me to receive Prime Minister Rowley here in Washington, especially after the very warm hospitality I was shown in Port of Spain last year.  Trinidad and Tobago is a vital partner for the United States, and we are working together in many […]

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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Rowley

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Rowley

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Dr. Keith Rowley today in Washington, D.C. Secretary Blinken and Prime Minister Rowley reaffirmed the U.S.-Trinidad and Tobago joint commitment to citizen security, including through addressing illicit firearms trafficking. The Secretary and the […]

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Announcing the Secretary of State’s New Chief Economist

Assistant Secretary O’Brien’s Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina

The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the new U.S. Department of State Chief Economist, Dr. Chad P. Bown, who will serve as the Secretary of State’s most senior advisor on economics.  In this role, Dr. Bown will lead the Office of the Chief Economist (OCE), working to strengthen the Department’s ability to conduct […]

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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani

The Minerals Security Partnership Announces Collaboration in Minerals Exploration, Production, and Processing Between GECAMINES in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and JOGMEC in Japan

The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Washington, D.C.  The leaders discussed the importance of facilitating the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas.  Secretary Blinken additionally expressed gratitude for Qatar’s indispensable mediation efforts, […]

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