Search Results:  Human Rights and Democracy  (531)

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the Ministerial Conference of the Third Summit for Democracy

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Seoul, Republic of Korea

    Shilla Hotel

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you, everyone.  Thank you, and good morning again.  Thank you.

    So I again want to thank President Yoon and Foreign Minister Cho for bringing us together to discuss what is one of the most transformational forces that’s shaping our future, our world, our democracies – and that is artificial intelligence.

    I think it’s hard to overstate the extent to which

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    Regions: Chile, United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Energy, Global Health, Global Women's Issues, Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • On the Anniversary of the Election of His Holiness Pope Francis

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Francis on the eleventh anniversary of his election to the See of Rome.

    The United States and the Holy See are united by common values such as respect for human rights, including freedom of religion or belief and freedom of expression, as well as dignity for all. We continue to work together to address the challenges of climate change, hum

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    Regions: United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken’s Remarks at an International Women’s Day Reception

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the 18th Annual International Women of Courage Award Ceremony

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    The White House

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Morning, everyone, and welcome – welcome to the White House.

    To the First Lady, Dr. Biden, tha

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    Regions: Afghanistan, Bangladesh , Japan , United States

    Topics: Economic Prosperity and Trade Policy, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Thomas Jefferson Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. It’s a great pleasure, Foreign Minister, to have you here. We were just together just a few days ago in Brazil on the margins of the G20, where we had a very good, productive trilateral meeting with our colleague from Japan. But it’s important and timely to have you here in Washington at the State Depart

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    Regions: Brazil , Japan , Korea, North , Korea, South , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Mexican Foreign Secretary Alicia Bárcena, and Guatemalan Foreign Minister Carlos Ramiro Martínez before the U.S.-Mexico-Guatemala Trilateral Migration Ministerial Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you and good morning, everyone.  Alicia, Carlos Ramiro, colleagues – welcome.  It’s wonderful to have you here today.  We have the opportunity today to host two of our most important partners in the region, Mexico and Guatemala.  And I have to tell you how much we appreciate the cooperation and the collaboration that we’ve had starting, of course, with the López Obrador administration.  I had the o

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    Regions: Guatemala , Mexico , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the Alliance for Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience Summit

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Loy Henderson Auditorium

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning.  (Applause.)

    MS AMIRI:  Good morning, everyone.  It is my distinct honor to welcome you to the Alliance for Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience Summit.  Today marks 898 days since Afghan girls were banned from secondary school, 890 days since Afghan women were told to stay home from work.  As a woman, imagine being stripped of your

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    Regions: Afghanistan, Albania , Indonesia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Raquel Krahenbuhl of TV Globo

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    JW Marriott Hotel

    QUESTION:  Secretary Blinken, thank you so much for the interview.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  It’s great to be with you.  Thank you.

    QUESTION:  Why don’t I start asking about a very important topic for both of our countries?  Democracy was one of the main topics between your meeting with President Lula.  And what do you think that the two countries can learn with each other in t

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    Regions: Brazil , Russia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Energy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Estonia National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Estonia as they celebrate their National Day.

    Estonia’s unwavering commitment to democracy, human rights, and the rule of law continues to inspire us all. As we mark this significant occasion, we commend Estonia for its leadership in fostering innovation, economic prosperity, and security on the regional and global stage. The enduring friendship between the United

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    Regions: Estonia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Responding to Two Years of Russia’s Full-Scale War against Ukraine and Aleksey Navalny’s Death

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Tomorrow marks two years since Vladimir Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine.  After ten years of conflict, sovereign, democratic Ukraine remains courageous in the face of formidable odds.  The United States will continue to stand resolutely with the Ukrainian people in their defense of their homeland.  Putin’s war threatens not only Ukraine, but also the security of the United States, our NATO Allies, and the free and open international order we

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    Regions: Russia , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • The Gambia National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of The Gambia on the 59th anniversary of your independence.

    On this occasion, we reaffirm our enduring partnership and friendship with the people and government of The Gambia. I look forward to expanding our close partnership on a wide range of initiatives which aim to strengthen democracy, advance gender equality, promote human rights, support regiona

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, And Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar At the Munich Security Conference

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Munich, Germany

    Bayerischer Hof

    MODERATOR:  (In progress) for Germany.  Welcome.  (Applause.)

    Antony Blinken, Secretary of State of the U.S.  (Applause.)  Nice to have you.

    And Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs, Republic of India.  Minister.  (Applause.)

    I hope that based on the topic of the session that you will not all agree with each other and we can have some sparks.  We have about 43

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    Regions: China, India , Iran , Israel , Italy , Russia , South Africa , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Countering Terrorism, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation, The Ocean and Polar Affairs

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Before Their Meeting

    Bayerischer Hof Munich, Germany

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good afternoon.  We’ve heard the reports from Russia of Aleksey Navalny’s death in prison.  For more than a decade, Russian Government, Putin, have persecuted, poisoned, and imprisoned Aleksey Navalny, and now reports of his death.  First and foremost, if these reports are accurate, our hearts go out to his wife and to his family.  Beyond that, his death in a Russian prison and the fixation and fear of one man only underscores the weakness

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    Regions: India , Russia , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Release of the 2023 Equity Action Plan

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    President Biden issued two executive orders directing federal agencies to take comprehensive action to address barriers to opportunity for underserved communities and to embed equity into all aspects of federal decision-making. Over the past year, the Department has taken concrete steps to advance equity in foreign policy by refining tracking of foreign assistance programs to embed equity and inclusion into global programming,

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at “Hostage Diplomacy as an International Security Threat: Strengthening Our Collective Action, Deterrence, and Response”

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the Artemis Accords Signing Ceremony With Greek Foreign Minister Georgios Gerapetritis, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Dr. Daglis

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good afternoon, everyone.  Georgios, my friend, welcome.  It is always good to see you and always an important occasion to say we’re so grateful for the partnership between our countries.  Administrator Nelson, Bill, wonderful to have you here today.  Dr. Daglis, you as well.  Thank you to both of you for all that you do to further our understanding of space to the benefit of everyone here on Earth.<

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    Regions: Cyprus , Greece , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Countering Terrorism, Energy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation, The Ocean and Polar Affairs, Treaties and International Agreements

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

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    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 

    New Zealand National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I send my best wishes to the people of Aotearoa New Zealand as you commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi on February 6.

    The United States recognizes the significance of this day and the ongoing dialogue it inspires. We reaffirm our shared commitment to diversity and building a more equitable future for all.<

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    Regions: New Zealand , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Treaties and International Agreements

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at a Joint Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  First, let me say what a pleasure it is as always to have Secretary General Stoltenberg here in Washington at the State Department.  Let me first note the drone attack yesterday by Iranian-backed militia on U.S. forces in Jordan.  It killed three of our soldiers, wounded many others. First and foremost, I’m thinking of those who lost the

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    Regions: Canada , China, Egypt , Finland , Hungary , Iran , Iraq , Israel , Korea, North , Qatar , Russia , Sweden , Syria , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Countering Terrorism, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • India National Day

    On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India on India’s Republic Day. The Constitution of India continues to provide an enduring framework for the world’s largest democracy and a foundation for its global leadership.

    As President Biden has said, our relationship with India is one of the most consequential in the world. The past year has been marked by important milestones in our Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership, including our cooperation throughout In

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    Regions: India , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Australia National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the American people, I extend heartfelt best wishes to all Australians around the world for Australia Day, January 26.

    The U.S.-Australia relationship is based on an unbreakable foundation of common values, beliefs, and aspirations. We share a commitment to democracy, individual rights, and the rule of law. Our societies are enriched by the wisdom of our respective Fi

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    Regions: Australia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the American Corner in Lekki

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar at a Joint Press Availability

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Conversation with Thomas Friedman

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Davos, Switzerland

    World Economic Forum

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Andrew Sorkin of CNBC

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Gemeinde Davos, Switzerland

    QUESTION:  I want to thank the Secretary for joining us today.  It’s great to see you –

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good to see you, Andrew.

    QUESTION:  — here in Davos.  This is your first interview since a lot of things have

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    Regions: China, Iran , Israel , Russia , Taiwan , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation, The Ocean and Polar Affairs

  • On Taiwan’s Election

    The Secretary of State

    The United States congratulates Dr. Lai Ching-te on his victory in Taiwan’s presidential election. We also congratulate the Taiwan people for once again demonstrating the strength of their robust democratic system and electoral process.

    The United States is committed to maintaining cross-Strait peace and stability, and the peaceful resolution of differences, free from coercion and pressure. The partnership between the American people and the people on Taiwan, ro

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    Regions: China, Taiwan , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Religious Freedom Designations

  • Promoting Accountability in Support of the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States is marking Human Rights Day and the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10th by taking actions to promote accountability for human rights abuses and violations.  Together, the Departments of State and the Treasury today have imposed visa restrictions and sanctions on 37 individuals in 13 countries.

    With today’s actions, the United States is addressing some of the most challenging and harmful forms

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    Regions: Canada , China, Haiti , Sudan , Uganda , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Cameron at a Joint Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Dean Acheson Auditorium

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  It’s genuinely a pleasure to welcome Foreign Secretary Cameron here to the State Department, to Washington.  The infamous special relationship has never been more important than it is now, and I think that’s reflected in the conversations we’ve had.  Actually, we began on the phone almost immediately after your appointment, then we were in Brussels together jus

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    Regions: British Indian Ocean, China, Finland , France , Guyana , Iran , Israel , Mauritius , Qatar , Russia , Rwanda , Taiwan , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States , Venezuela , West Bank

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Countering Terrorism, Economic Prosperity and Trade Policy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, The Ocean and Polar Affairs, Treaties and International Agreements

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Human Rights Leaders Before Their Meeting

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Brussels, Belgium

    NATO Headquarters

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Hello, everyone.  It is always great to be with my friend, my colleague, Dmytro Kuleba, but especially good here at – to be here at NATO and sitting around the table together and making sure and making clear – as we heard from every single country around the NATO table – our enduring commitment to Ukraine, to making sure that Ukraine has what it needs to defend itself against Russian

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    Regions: Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Energy, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Brussels, Belgium

    NATO Headquarters

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.

    In March of 2021, I came here to NATO to affirm President Biden’s commitment to rebuild, to revitalize, to re-energize our core alliances and partnerships.  Indeed, they’re our greatest strategic asset: an unmatched network of alliances and partnerships.

    And I did this at NATO because some back then were questioning its relevance, its capa

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    Regions: China, Egypt , Iran , Israel , Korea, North , Qatar , Russia , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • The Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America and the American people, I send my best wishes to the government and people of Mauritania as you celebrate 63 years of independence.

    Mauritania has shown an active commitment to civilian-led, democratic government and is a strong regional security partner. The United States appreciates the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s

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    Regions: Mauritania , United States

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Election Results in Argentina

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States congratulates Argentine President-elect Javier Milei on his victory in today’s election, and we applaud the robust democratic process through which the Argentine public has spoken. The strong turnout and peaceful conduct of the vote are a testament to Argentina’s electoral and democratic institutions.

    We look forward to working with President-elect Milei and his government on shared priorities that benefit the people of both countries,

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    Regions: Argentina, United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Latvia National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I wish to congratulate the people of Latvia as you celebrate the 105th anniversary of your independence.

    The strong, vital partnership between Latvia and the United States is rooted in a shared commitment to democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and mutual respect. Together we are committed to maintaining steadfast support for Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its unprovoked war. As NATO Allies, La

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    Regions: Latvia , Russia , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    San Francisco, California

    Moscone Center

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good afternoon, everyone.  Prime Minister, (inaudible) hospitality (inaudible) economic and security partner.  We’re also working very closely together here (inaudible) good week.  And day in day out, we are working to

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    Regions: Guinea , New Zealand , Papua New Guinea , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Energy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Amna Nawaz of PBS NewsHour

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    San Francisco, California

    PBS NewsHour

    QUESTION:  Mr. Secretary, welcome back to the NewsHour.  Thanks for joining us.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good to be with you. 

    Antigua and Barbuda National Day

Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate Antigua and Barbuda on the 42nd anniversary of your Independence Day.

Our countries share a commitment to democracy and a desire to promote a safe, resilient, and prosperous Caribbean region.  Through the U.S.-Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, we have made great strides in combating drugs and weapons trafficking, and under the U.S.-Caribbean Partnership to Address the Climate Crisis 2030 (PACC

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Topics: Climate and Environment, Combating Drugs and Crime, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Treaty Room

     

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning.  It’s a great pleasure to welcome Chairperson Faki here to the State Department, to Washington, for what is now our ninth High-Level Dialogue between the African Union and the United States.  I think this reflects the vital and increasingly close partnership between the United States and the AU, and it also reflects the critical role that the AU plays not only reg

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    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Treaties and International Agreements

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the Launch of the 2023 U.S. Strategy and National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS)

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Dr. Geeta Rao Gupta, Ambassador-at-Large Office of Global Women’s Issues

    Washington, D.C.

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    AMBASSADOR RAO GUPTA:  Good afternoon, and welcome to the Department of State.  My name is Geeta Rao Gupta and I serve as ambassador-at-large for global women’s issues here in the State Department.  It is my honor an

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    Regions: Afghanistan, Colombia , Iran , Israel , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Opening Remarks by Secretary Antony J. Blinken Before the Senate Appropriations Committee On “A Review of the National Security Supplemental Request”

  • Turkish National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    I offer my sincere congratulations on behalf of the American people to the people of Türkiye as you mark the centenary of the founding of the Turkish Republic.

    Over these 100 years, we have seen Türkiye play an ever more important global role and the friendship between the people of our nations grow deeper and stronger. Our NATO Alliance is the foundation for regional peace and security, and we stand together in support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and demo

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    Regions: United Kingdom

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Economic Prosperity and Trade Policy, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Czech Republic National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my sincere congratulations to the people and government of the Czech Republic as you celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of a free and democratic Czechoslovakia.

    Our nations share a deep friendship and an abiding commitment to democracy and the rule of law. We stand united in our support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s war of aggression. The Czech Republic has demonstrated that commitmen

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    Regions: Czech Republic , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • International Religious Freedom Day – 25th Anniversary of IRFA

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    As we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA), we reaffirm the United States’ strong and enduring commitment to advancing religious freedom for everyone, everywhere.  This instrumental legislation provided a range of new tools to give voice to the persecuted, to empower advocates, and to promote religious freedom around the world.  Freedom of religion or belief is a bedrock American value.  Twenty-five years ago, when

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Margaret Brennan of CBS’s Face the Nation

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    QUESTION:   We go now to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is at the State Department.  Good morning to you, Mr. Secretary.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning, Margaret.  Good to be with you.

    QUESTION:  Tension is very high in the region.  Are you changing your security posture?  Are you pulling any U.S. personnel out of the area?

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Marga

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    Regions: Egypt , Gaza Strip , Iran , Israel , United Kingdom

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Signing of Electoral Roadmap Between the Unitary Platform and Representatives of Maduro

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States welcomes the signing of an electoral roadmap agreement between the Unitary Platform and representatives of Nicolas Maduro.  This is a concrete step toward resolution of Venezuela’s political, economic, and humanitarian crisis.

    Consistent with our longstanding commitment to provide U.S. sanctions relief in response to concrete steps toward competitive elections and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, the United States Dep

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    Regions: United States , Venezuela

    Topics: Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Spain National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest congratulations to the people of Spain as you celebrate your National Day.

    Spain is a close ally and a friend with whom we tackle a vast number of urgent global issues. Our friendship is based on shared values and interests such as the fight against climate change, the defence of democracy, and a commitment to an international rules-based order.

    The United States is grateful for Spain’s

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    Regions: Russia , Spain , Ukraine , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Observance of International Day of the Girl Child 2023

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States joins the global community in recognizing the International Day of the Girl and reaffirms our commitment to advancing the rights and empowerment of girls and young women in all their diversity.

    Around the world, girls disproportionately experience the negative impacts of climate-related disasters; conflicts and humanitarian crises; and have lost years of educatio

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    Regions: United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Global Health, Global Women's Issues, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Margaret Brennan of CBS’s Face the Nation

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    QUESTION:  We go now to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who joins us from the State Department here in Washington.  Good to have you with us, Mr. Secretary.  I know you have been working —

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thanks, Margaret.

    QUESTION:  — straight through on this.  Can you answer the question yet of whether the Hamas assault is over?  Are there more attacks

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    Regions: Iran , Israel , Saudi Arabia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken With George Stephanopoulos of ABC’s This Week

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    QUESTION:  Mr. Secretary, thank you for joining us this morning.  I know you’ve been working through the day, through the weekend.  What is the United States doing right now?  What comes next?

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, George, first, to put this in perspective – and as some of your correspondents just said – this is the worst attack on Israel since 1973, the Yom Kipp

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    Regions: Iran , Israel , Saudi Arabia , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Countering Terrorism, Energy, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Iraq National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government and the people of the United States of America, I extend to Prime Minister Sudani and the Iraqi people our sincere congratulations as you celebrate your independence.

    The 360-degree strategic partnership that exists between our two countries continues to advance our shared values as we work together to address global challenges like tackling climate change, promoting economic development, advancing human rights, protecting th

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    Regions: Iraq , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Day of German Unity

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warm wishes to the people of Germany as they celebrate 33 years of reunification on this German Unity Day.

    The American and German people share an inherent commitment to defend and promote democratic institutions, human rights, and fundamental freedoms. Over the years, our friendship has grown into a multi-faceted partnership. Today, the United States views Germany as a key G7 partner, vital NATO Ally

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    Regions: Germany , United Kingdom , United States

    Topics: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy

  • Visa Restriction Policy on Undermining Democracy in Liberia

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Liberia and around the world. Today, I am announcing a new visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for those undermining democracy in Liberia. This policy will take effect in advance of the upcoming election.

    Under this policy, the United States will pursue visa restrictions for those believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, u

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    Regions: Liberia , United States

    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Portrait Unveiling of the 67th Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Benjamin Franklin Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good afternoon.  Welcome.  Welcome back to the State Department for so many of you.  Welcome to the Ben Franklin Room, newly refurbished.  A lot went into this.  And I think maybe a word about Ben Franklin before we get to today’s event.

    As you all know, he was America’s first diplomat, ambassador to France, negotiated our first treaty, charted the Gulf Stream, pioneered el

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  • Turkmenistan National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Turkmenistan as they celebrate Turkmenistan’s National Day on September 27.

    The United States maintains an enduring commitment to Turkmenistan’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, rooted in your country’s principle of positive neutrality. As we reflect on our bilateral achievements during the past year, we look to our 32nd year of diplomatic rela

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Joint Statement Signing Ceremony with Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown

    Washington, DC

    Treaty Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good evening, everyone.  It’s a great pleasure to be here with Prime Minister Brown, and a particular pleasure because of the reason we’re here.  When we had the initial summit with our Pacific Island partners back in 2022, President Biden announced his intent to recognize the Cook Islands.  And today, with the exchange of letters signed by t

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  • Malta National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Malta as you celebrate 59 years of independence. The United States values its longstanding friendship with Malta, which started at the founding of our nation more than two centuries ago.

    We are grateful for Malta’s efforts in support of transatlantic and European values, including strong support for Ukraine and its sovereignty in the face of Russia’s aggression. We

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the Advancing the 2023 Agenda through Inclusive and Rights-Respecting Digital Policy Event

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    New York City, New York

    Palace Hotel

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you, Uzra.  And I actually did not want to interrupt the important intervention that was going on.  (Laughter.)  So we can continue that, or I’m – I’ll pick it up later.  But I am so gratified to see so many colleagues here today both from governments but also from the private sector.  I think it speaks to the importance that we all attach to this effort, initiative,

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At United Nations Security Council Ministerial Meeting on Ukraine

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    New York City, New York

    United Nations Headquarters

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you very much.  Mr. Prime Minister, thank you for focusing the Security Council on this critically important issue.  And Mr. Secretary-General, thank you for the moral clarity that you’ve shown in dealing with Russia’s war against Ukraine.

    We’re grateful to have been able to welcome President Zelenskyy to this council table, and we thank him.  We thank him

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the USAID Democracy Delivers Event

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    New York City, New York

    Ford Foundation

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Administrator Power, Sam, my friend, thank you – thank you very much, but thank you especially for truly remarkable leadership at USAID.  I see that every day, and I see that around the world whenever I go to one of our missions around the world; where the rubber really meets the road is in the work of USAID, and it’s extraordinary, and it’s making a profound difference in lives a

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Bahraini Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa At a Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement Signing Ceremony

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Treaty Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Crown Prince Salman, Your Royal Highness, welcome back to the State Department, to Washington, a city that I know you know very well from your student days just up the road at American University.  We’ve had the chance to discuss that before.  Things have changed a little bit on campus, but we’re delighted to have you back in Washington.

    And to the National Security Advisor

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) “The Power and Purpose of American Diplomacy in a New Era”

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you.  Good morning, everyone.

    AUDIENCE:  Good morning.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Dean Steinberg, Jim, thank you for the honor of joining the SAIS community to help inaugurate this truly magnificent new home.

    Jim has contributed so much over his remarkable career, but his most lasting contribution is the generation of thinkers, the generation of d

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  • Appointment of Eileen C. Donahoe as Special Envoy and Coordinator for Digital Freedom

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    I welcome the appointment of Dr. Eileen C. Donahoe as the State Department’s Special Envoy and Coordinator for Digital Freedom in the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy.

    The President’s appointment of Dr. Donahoe reinforces the importance of digital freedom and values-based technology governance work as Administration and Department priorities. As Special Envoy and Coordinator, Dr. Donahoe will leverage her deep technical knowledge and foreign poli

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  • Tajikistan Independence Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I share my best wishes to the people of Tajikistan as they mark 32 years of independence on September 9.

    The United States reaffirms our commitment to supporting Tajikistan’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We are proud to continue to strengthen our partnership through economic linkages, expanding people-to-people ties, supporting civil society, and bolstering cooperation

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba at a Joint Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Kyiv, Ukraine

     

    FOREIGN MINISTER KULEBA: (Via interpreter) Tony, welcome to Kyiv.  I think that there is – we don’t need any formal greetings because during this time with joint work – specifically with the beginning of the large-scale invasion – our relationship with the Ukraine and United States, they went to such level that we don’t need a – we need everything – what we need is just open and sincere conversation.  And this is what

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Kyiv, Ukraine

    PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY:  Dear Antony, Mr. Secretary, your team – you’re very welcome to have you and to host you today.  And it’s important visit for us, for Ukrainians.  And I think that (inaudible) visit (inaudible) the full-scale war and a supporting message to our whole society.  Especially now when the war is here, this is a difficult challenge and difficult – a tough period for our society.  And always the leaders of United State

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at a Meet and Greet with Embassy Kyiv

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Kyiv, Ukraine

    AMBASSADOR BRINK:  It is a privilege and an honor for me to be here with you as we give a very, very warm welcome to our Secretary of State, Tony Blinken.  Thank you, Mr. Secretary.  (Applause.)

    As members of Mission Kyiv, we all know the challenges and the demands of this work.  The hours are long – sometimes dangerous – and the future can seem uncertain.  But we also know why we’re here and we know why it matters.  We are h

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Kyiv, Ukraine

    PRIME MINISTER SHMYHAL:  (Via interpreter)  Your Excellency Secretary of State, dear colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, I’m very happy to welcome you to Kyiv.  The United States – our strategic partner, our friend, and a huge supporter in the defense, military, humanitarian, and other spheres – we are very grateful for this mighty support and assistance extended to us by the American nation, by the American President, by all of the

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  • Trinidad and Tobago National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Trinidad and Tobago as you celebrate 61 years of independence.

    As we consider the challenges and opportunities this year will bring, the United States looks forward to working with Trinidad and Tobago as steadfast allies and partners, united by our common values of resiliency, diversity, and democracy. We also look forward to broadening our cooperation under the Caribbean Basin Secu

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  • Election Results in Guatemala

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States, we again congratulate Bernardo Arévalo on his election as the next president of Guatemala, as confirmed by the vote results certified on August 28.  We salute the people of Guatemala for making their voices heard, and we applaud the many officials and volunteers whose dedication made these elections possible.

    The United States remains concerned with continued actions by those who seek to undermine Guatemala’s democracy. 

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Moldova National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I extend a warm congratulations to Moldova and its people on 32 years of independence from the Soviet Union.

    The United States values Moldova’s shared commitment to strengthen democratic institutions and judicial reforms, foster economic growth, enhance its security, and promote respect for human rights. We look forward to continuing this partnership, including through the U.S.-Moldova Strategic Dialogue, and s

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Promoting Accountability for the Ortega-Murillo Regime for Restricting Freedoms

    The Secretary of State

    Today the Department of State is taking additional actions to promote accountability for the Ortega-Murillo regime’s relentless attacks on civil liberties by imposing visa restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan municipal officials who participated in efforts to repress civil society organizations, close civic spaces like that of the Universidad Centroamericana, and unjustly detain courageous individuals who support a free civil society, including Bishop Ro

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • The Gabonese Republic National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States, I would like to congratulate the people of Gabon on the 63rd anniversary of your independence.

    The United States stands ready to work directly with Gabon as it strives to diversify its economy, strengthen its maritime security, and counter illicit trafficking of its natural resources.  Our bilateral resolve to promote United States-Gabon trade, bolster Gabon’s security capacity, and further develop conservation efforts de

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    Topics: Climate and Environment, Economic Prosperity and Trade Policy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, The Ocean and Polar Affairs

  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Press Briefing Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning.  Good morning.

    QUESTION:  Good morning.

    QUESTION:  Well, barely morning.  (Laughter.)

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Speak for yourself, Matt.

    Very good to see everyone here.  Actually, I kind of hoped more of you might be on vacation by now but – (laughter) – I see we have a pretty full house

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    Topics: Arms Control and Nonproliferation, Climate and Environment, Countering Terrorism, Energy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance, Science, Technology, and Innovation

  • Chad National Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I wish to congratulate the people of the Republic of Chad as you celebrate the 63rd anniversary of your independence.

    Our two countries share more than six decades of collaboration on shared priorities. We support the people of Chad in their pursuit of an inclusive democratic transition, leading to free and fair elections that reflect the will of the Chadian people.

    As Chad pursues this transition, we re

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  • Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions to Hold the Lukashenka Regime to Account on the Third Anniversary of the Fraudulent Presidential Election in Belarus

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Today marks three years since the fraudulent presidential election in Belarus and the Alyaksandr Lukashenka regime’s crackdown on the Belarusian people’s demands for freedom. The United States continues to stand with the brave people of Belarus as they seek a country grounded in the rule of law, respect for human rights, and an accountable, democratically-elected government.

    Today, the United States is sanctioning eight individuals and five entities for

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  • Extraordinary ECOWAS Summit on Niger

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States welcomes and commends the strong leadership of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of State and Government to defend constitutional order in Niger, actions that respect the will of the Nigerien people and align with enshrined ECOWAS and African Union principles of “zero tolerance for unconstitutional change.” We join ECOWAS and regional leaders in calling for the immediate release of President Mohamed Bazoum and his f

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Tongan Prime Minister Hu’akavameiliku at a Joint Press Availability

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    PRIME MINISTER HU’AKAVAMEILIKU:  (In Tongan.)

    It is a great honor to warmly welcome to the Kingdom of Tonga the Secretary of State of the United States of America, Mr. Antony Blinken.  The visit today by Secretary Blinken is historic.  It is the first visit by a sitting U.S. secretary of state to Tonga.  It is the highest-level visit we have received from the United States Government in our recent history.  There is a clear indication t

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  • Maldives Independence Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I want to extend my congratulations and best wishes to Maldives on your Independence Day this July 26th.

    As you celebrate this important day, Maldives has many reasons to be proud. Your country is a strong supporter of democratic values and an important voice in maintaining the international rules-based order.

    The relationship between the United States and Maldives is based on shared values of democracy,

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Imposing Sanctions on Malian Officials in Connection with the Wagner Group

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Today, the United States is designating three Malian officials who have worked closely with the Wagner Group to facilitate and expand Wagner’s presence in Mali since December 2021.  Civilian fatalities have surged by 278 percent since Wagner forces deployed to Mali in December 2021.  Many of those deaths were the result of operations conducted by Malian Armed Forces alongside members of the Wagner Group.

    The United States will continue to take action ag

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken At Aspen Security Forum Fireside Chat Moderated by NBC News Chief Washington and Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Aspen, Colorado

    Aspen Meadows Resort

    MS MITCHELL:  Good morning, everyone.  It’s wonderful to be back in Aspen, and especially after such a great program all week, and most especially to be with Secretary Blinken.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you.

    MS MITCHELL:  Tony Blinken, of course, you all know, but – (applause) – I think this is your first time here since becoming Secretary.

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo, and Philippine Senior Undersecretary and Officer in Charge of the Department of National Defense Carlito Galvez at a Joint Press

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Dean Acheson Auditorium

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  Secretary Manalo, Secretary Galvez, it has been an honor to host you at the State Department for the third ever – and first since 2016 – U.S.-Philippines 2+2 Ministerial alongside Secretary of Defense Austin.  Today’s meeting builds on the momentum of the high-level U.S. visits to the Philippines just over the past year, including by Vice Presiden

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Abdul Momen Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Thomas Jefferson Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  It’s a pleasure to have Foreign Minister Momen here with us today at the State Department, and important to take account of the fact that the relationship between Bangladesh and the United States has grown tremendously over the last 50 years – economically, our people-to-people ties, work that we’ve been doing more recently on everything f

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  • Public Designations of Mikheil Chinchaladze, Levan Murusidze, Irakli Shengelia, and Valerian Tsertsvadze, Due to Involvement in Significant Corruption

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Today, the U.S. Department of State is publicly designating Mikheil Chinchaladze, Levan Murusidze, Irakli Shengelia, and Valerian Tsertsvadze under Section 7031(c) visa restriction authorities, due to their involvement in significant corruption.

    These individuals abused their positions as court Chairmen and members of Georgia’s High Council of Justice, undermining the rule of law and the public’s faith in Georgia’s judicial sys

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Brussels, Belgium

    NATO Headquarters

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  As always, a great pleasure to be with my friend and colleague, Dmytro Kuleba, the foreign minister of Ukraine.  And we’re here, of course, at NATO where we’ve seen over the last year very strong support and solidarity for Ukraine, countries coming together to make sure that Ukraine has the means to defend itself, defend its people, defend it

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken And EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell Remarks to the Press

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Brussels, Belgium

    European Council Building

    HIGH REPRESENTATIVE BORRELL: Good morning. Good morning. I’m very happy to welcome you, Secretary Blinken, in Brussels. We just had a very good bilateral meeting marking our great transatlantic cooperation. Now we will co-chair the EU-U.S. Energy Council, and later we will see each other also at the NATO Ministerial.

    Allow me some words about our bilateral discussion.  Certainly

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at “The Status of Women is the Status of Democracy” Event

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, DC

    Dean Acheson Auditorium

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to the State Department and welcome to the second Summit for Democracy.

    Jen, to you for your remarkable leadership at the White House Gender Policy Council; to Kat, for yours here at the State Department on Global Women’s Issues:  We could not have a better team, a more dynamic duo, leading our efforts.  And I’m gra

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken at a Virtual Panel Session on “A Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine”

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, everyone.  Thank you all so much for joining.  It’s very good to be with friends and partners from around the world as we prepare to open the second Summit for Democracy.

    In his first year in office, President Biden launched the summit to look at the future of democracy, which we see is at an inflection point.  Worldwide, we see autocrats violating human right

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  • Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Paraguayan Foreign Minister Julio Arriola Before Their Meeting

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Thomas Jefferson Room

    SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Well, good afternoon, everyone.  It is a real pleasure to have Foreign Minister Arriola here.  Julio, welcome to the State Department.  And I’m especially pleased because Paraguay is such a strong strategic partner for the United States, and we are standing together, speaking together, working together in defense of democracy, in defense of human rights, not only in our

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  • Secretary Blinken With Colombian Foreign Minister Álvaro Leyva at the U.S.-Colombia High-Level Dialogue

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    Washington, D.C.

    Burns Auditorium

    ASSISTANT SECRETARY NICHOLS: Good morning. Buenos días. I would like to welcome all of you, especially our guests from Colombia. Bienvenidos a todos. This is the 10th year we mark the – this High-Level Dialogue, and we are honored to host this year. The High-Level Dialogues present remarkable opportunities to engage at a deeper level on our shared interests. The dialogue continu

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    Topics: Climate and Environment, Combating Drugs and Crime, Economic Prosperity and Trade Policy, Energy, Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Bangladesh Independence Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the United States of America, I would like to convey my warmest congratulations to the people of Bangladesh on your Independence Day.

    As you celebrate your 53rd Independence Day, Bangladesh has many reasons to be proud. With a rapidly growing economy, an increasingly well-educated workforce, and a dynamic youth demographic, Bangladesh is quickly becoming a regional leader. By generously welcoming Rohingya fleeing genocide, you have demonstr

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    Topics: Climate and Environment, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Refugee and Humanitarian Assistance

  • Greece Independence Day

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    On behalf of the Government and people of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Greece and Greeks around the world as you celebrate the 202nd anniversary of the founding of the Hellenic Republic.

    As I reflect on the previous year, I am proud to say that the partnership between the United States and Greece and the ties between our peoples have never been stronger. The United States views Greece as an indispensable partner and NATO Al

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    Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

  • Taking Additional Actions to Hold the Lukashenka Regime to Account

    Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

    The United States continues to promote accountability for the Lukashenka regime’s violence surrounding the fraudulent August 2020 presidential election in Belarus, its ongoing brutal crackdown against the pro-democracy movement and other elements of Belarusian society, its flagrant human rights abuses, and its facilitation of the Russian Federation’s illegal war against Ukraine.

    Specifically, the U.S. Department of the Treasury is designating today two

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