U.S. Department of State China Coordinator and Deputy Assistant Secretary for China and Taiwan Mark B. Lambert met virtually with People’s Republic of China (PRC) Director-General for Boundary and Ocean Affairs Hong Liang on May 23.  The two sides discussed the current situation in the South China Sea and East China Sea, as well as […]

WAIFC logo Art – an integral part of financial centers WAIFC in collaboration with members, today released a whitepaper entitled “Art – an integral part of financial centers”. Art is an integral part of financial centers and successful global financial centers have been embracing art and artists in their ecosystems.” — Keiichi Aritomo, Chair of […]

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Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to Bogotá, Colombia May 27-30. She will accompany Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma and other delegation members in the 11th round of the U.S.-Colombia High-Level Dialogue to underscore areas of shared interest including migration […]

Today, U.S. Agency for International Development Administrator Samantha Power announced nearly $593 million in U.S. humanitarian assistance for Syria at the Brussels VIII Conference on “Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region.” The announcement brings the total U.S. government humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region to nearly $2 billion since the beginning of […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to Ethiopia as you celebrate your National Day. As we commemorate 120 years of diplomatic relations, we look forward to strengthening and deepening ties between Ethiopians and Americans.  The United States will support efforts to advance peace through dialogue, ensure our mutual […]

The following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the European Union to address the ongoing conflict in Myanmar. Begin text: We, Australia, Canada, the European Union, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, the […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my best wishes and heartfelt congratulations to the people of Jordan as you commemorate the 78th anniversary of your independence and the 25th anniversary of His Majesty King Abdullah’s accession to the throne. The strategic partnership and deep friendship between the United States and Jordan, […]

The United States is deeply concerned over the People’s Liberation Army joint military drills in the Taiwan Strait and around Taiwan.  We are monitoring PRC activities closely and coordinating with allies and partners regarding our shared concerns. We strongly urge Beijing to act with restraint.  Using a normal, routine, and democratic transition as an excuse […]

The United States and ASEAN held the 36th annual ASEAN-U.S. Dialogue on May 24 in Washington, D.C., to discuss expanded cooperation under our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink co-chaired the dialogue with Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General of ASEAN Cooperation Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro. […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader today to congratulate him on his re-election to the presidency.  The Secretary reaffirmed our enduring partnership with the Dominican Republic and shared commitment to advancing democratic governance, regional security, anti-corruption efforts, and inclusive growth and prosperity.  […]