U.S. Measures in Response to the Crisis in Sudan

U.S. Measures in Response to the Crisis in SudanAs directed by the President in his May 4 Executive Order, today we are holding accountable the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and entities under their control for actions that threaten the peace, security, and stability of Sudan. The United States is implementing three specific measures to promote accountability for the actions […]

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger Alliance

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger AllianceThe United States and Finland enjoy an enduring partnership, rooted in our shared values of democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and a shared commitment to strengthening the international rules-based order. Finland’s North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) membership represents a major change to the European security landscape and strengthens regional and transatlantic security. We […]

U.S. Department of State Concludes Settlement Resolving Export Violations by VTA Telecom Corporation

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger AllianceThe U.S. Department of State has concluded an administrative settlement with VTA Telecom Corporation, to resolve six violations of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), 22 U.S.C. § 2751 et seq., and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130.  The Department of State and VTA Telecom Corporation reached this settlement following […]

Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs Moreno Bau

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger AllianceThe following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke with Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs Ángeles Moreno Bau today.  The Deputy Secretary and the State Secretary discussed U.S.-Spain support for Ukraine and cooperation on key global issues, including a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and […]

Secretary Blinken to Deliver Remarks at the 2023 American Israel Public Affairs Committee Policy Summit

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger AllianceSecretary of State Antony J. Blinken will deliver remarks at the 2023 American Israel Public Affairs Committee Policy Summit at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C. on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. Press coverage of Secretary Blinken’s remarks will be open to pre-registered media.  Registration information may be found here .  The speech […]

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Verma’s Meeting with Comorian President Azali

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Verma’s Meeting with Comorian President AzaliThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma met in Moroni, Comoros, with Comorian President Azali Assoumani.  Deputy Secretary Verma congratulated President Assoumani on his selection as Chair of the African Union.  They discussed the growing bilateral relationship between Comoros and the United States, including […]

Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs Lewis Travels to Singapore

The United States and Finland: Old Friends, A New and Stronger AllianceAssistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs Jessica Lewis travels to Singapore June 1-4, as part of a delegation of senior U.S. officials taking part in the Shangri-La Dialogue, an annual intergovernmental regional security conference sponsored by the International Institute of Strategic Studies. During the conference, Assistant Secretary Lewis will meet with senior allied and […]