PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 12, 2022 The United States’ National Security Strategy lays out a vision for a free, open, secure, and prosperous world and a comprehensive plan to realize it. This is not just our vision, but one shared by many other countries that seek to live in a world that respects the foundational principles of self-determination, territorial …
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WHITE HOUSE September 21, 2022 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with President Emmanuel Macron on the margins of the Global Fund Seventh Replenishment Conference in New York. The two leaders reaffirmed their continued support for Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself against Russian aggression. They also discussed efforts to prevent Iran from ever acquiring …
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Worldwide Cautions provide U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence, and criminal activity that occur abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking security events and ensure that travelers can be contacted in an emergency. This version replaces the Worldwide Caution dated January …
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Remarks by Ambassador Denise Bauer Thank you, Ambassador Markell. You have served in critical positions during challenging times, as Governor while our country was recovering from a historic recession and, most recently, as Coordinator at the White House, helping vulnerable Afghans resettle in the United States. So, when you speak about facing challenges with humility …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JUNE 15, 2022 Today, we announced an additional $1 billion in additional military assistance for Ukraine. Pursuant to a delegation of authority from the President, I am authorizing our twelfth drawdown of arms and equipment from U.S. Department of Defense inventories for Ukraine’s defense since August 2021, valued at up to $350 million. …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 22, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna to congratulate her on her appointment and discuss some of the pressing global issues the United States and France are confronting together. The Secretary and Foreign …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 27, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian to congratulate the French people on their successful election on April 24 and to welcome continued close cooperation and strong ties with President Macron. The two discussed providing …
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President Biden has announced a new process called Uniting for Ukraine to provide Ukrainian citizens fleeing Russia’s aggression with opportunities to go to the United States. Please be advised, U.S. Embassies or Consulates overseas are unable to assist with this process. This process to obtain authorization to travel to the United States is handled in the United States by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 23, 2022 Since launching his unprovoked and unjust war of choice, Russian President Vladimir Putin has unleashed unrelenting violence that has caused death and destruction across Ukraine. We’ve seen numerous credible reports of indiscriminate attacks and attacks deliberately targeting civilians, as well as other atrocities. Russia’s forces have destroyed apartment buildings, schools, …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 22, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke yesterday with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian about ongoing efforts by NATO Allies and EU partners to provide vital security assistance and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The Secretary condemned President Putin’s increasingly brutal tactics that …
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Readout Office of the Spokesperson March 8, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. Secretary Blinken and President Macron agreed on the need for continued strong U.S.-France cooperation in the face of the Russian government’s unprovoked war against Ukraine. They discussed ongoing …
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Remarks by President Biden on Russia’s Unprovoked and Unjustified Attack on Ukraine FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • SPEECHES AND REMARKS East Room 1:43 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Sorry to keep you waiting. Good afternoon. The Russian military has begun a brutal assault on the people of Ukraine without provocation, without justification, without necessity. This is a …
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Statement by President Biden on Russia’s Unprovoked and Unjustified Attack on Ukraine FEBRUARY 23, 2022•STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The prayers of the entire world are with the people of Ukraine tonight as they suffer an unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian military forces. President Putin has chosen a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life …
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FEBRUARY 06, 2022 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The leaders discussed ongoing diplomatic and deterrence efforts in response to Russia’s continued military build-up on Ukraine’s borders, and affirmed their support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. They agreed their teams will remain in touch and continue …
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White House February 02, 2022 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France regarding Russia’s continued military build-up on Ukraine’s borders. The two leaders affirmed their support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and reviewed our ongoing coordination on both diplomacy and preparations to impose swift and severe economic costs …
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JANUARY 31, 2022 • PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS Each February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration and a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, Black culture is American culture, and Black stories are essential to the ongoing story of America — our faults, our struggles, our progress, and our aspirations. Shining a light on …
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SPEECH ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BERLIN-BRANDENBURG ACADEMY OF SCIENCES BERLIN, GERMANY JANUARY 20, 2022 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. First, let me say how honored I am by the presence of so many friends, colleagues, leaders across different communities here in Germany, and also leaders in the partnership that links our two countries. I’m grateful to all of you for …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 6, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke today with French MFA Secretary General Francois Delattre, German MFA Political Director Tjorven Bellmann, Italian MFA Secretary General Ettore Sequi, and UK Minister of State for Middle East, North Africa and North …
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White House, December 06, 2021 Today, President Emmanuel Macron of France, Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, Prime Minister Mario Draghi of Italy, Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the United Kingdom, and President Biden of the United States held a call. The leaders discussed their shared concern about the Russian military build-up on Ukraine’s borders and …
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The COVID vaccination requirements remain in place: all passengers, except U.S. citizens or green card holders, traveling to or transiting the United States will have to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status before boarding an aircraft to the United States (with very restricted exceptions). For more information, please visit LINK here …
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Following her meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France, Vice President Kamala Harris is announcing a number of collaborative initiatives that the United States will undertake alongside France and other countries to address global issues and emerging threats. She is announcing expanded cooperation on space and support for efforts to advance international cooperation in cybersecurity. …
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NOVEMBER 10, 2021 Statements and Releases Vice President Kamala Harris met with President Emmanuel Macron of France at the Élysée Palace in Paris today to express her appreciation for the close friendship and shared values between the United States and France. The Vice President reinforced the United States’ commitment to continue deepening coordination and cooperation …
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November 8, 2021 Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on Her Trip to France Tonight, I will travel to France at the invitation of President Macron to build on our Administration’s progress strengthening our alliances and partnerships in Europe and around the world. During my visit, I will join leaders at the Paris Peace Forum …
Read More» October 29, 2021 – STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Today, the President of the United States and the President of the French Republic met in Rome on the margins of the G20 Summit to reaffirm their commitment to closer bilateral and transatlantic cooperation in the pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity around the globe. This meeting built …
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The United States has announced a strict, consistent, and public health-oriented change in the rules of entry into the United States. From November 8, 2021, all passengers of foreign nationality traveling to the United States will have to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status before boarding an aircraft to the United …
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October 22, 2021 Statement by Senior Advisor and Chief Spokesperson Symone Sanders on the Vice President’s Travel to Paris, France Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will travel to Paris, France in November. The Vice President will attend and deliver a speech at the fourth annual Paris Peace Forum on November 11. She will also …
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White House October 22, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The two leaders reviewed ongoing efforts by their teams to support stability and security in the Sahel and to enhance cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. They also discussed efforts to enable a stronger and more capable European defense …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 5, 2021 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met French Diplomatic Advisor to the President Emmanuel Bonne today in Paris. Secretary Blinken and Ambassador Bonne noted the productive phone call between President Biden and French President Macron on September 22 and …
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Press Statement Ned Price, Department Spokesperson October 1, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Paris, France October 4 – 6 to chair the Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM) of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and commemorate the organization’s 60th anniversary. The U.S. delegation will include the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, the United States Trade Representative, the Chair of …
Read More» September 22, 2021 Joint Statement President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic and President Joe Biden of the United States of America spoke on September 22, at the request of the latter, in order to discuss the implications of the announcement on September 15. The two leaders agreed that the situation would have benefited from …
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September 9, 2021 Presidential Actions Twenty years ago, our Nation was forever changed. On September 11, 2001, as ordinary people started their days in Manhattan, Shanksville, and Arlington, cowardly acts born out of twisted hate stole 2,977 innocent lives, devastating families and communities. People across the world were shocked by the cruelty and horror of the …
Read More» The text of the following statement was released initially by the Governments of the United States of America, Albania, Australia, Belgium, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Canada, Central African Republic, Colombia, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, Croatia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Estonia, Eswatini, Federated States …
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The White House August 19, 2021 Statement President Joe Biden and President Emmanuel Macron of France spoke today about developments in Afghanistan. They lauded the tireless efforts of their personnel working closely together in Kabul on the evacuation of their citizens, the brave Afghans who have stood by us and our NATO partners, and …
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August 16, 2021 White House – East Room THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I want to speak today to the unfolding situation in Afghanistan: the developments that have taken place in the last week and the steps we’re taking to address the rapidly evolving events. My national security team and I have been closely monitoring the …
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August 11, 2021 – Statement and Releases The President has said that the challenge of our time is to demonstrate that democracies can deliver by improving the lives of their own people and by addressing the greatest problems facing the wider world. In his first six months in office, the President has reinvigorated democracy at home, …
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MEDIA NOTE Office of the spokesperson July 29, 2021 Today, the U.S. Chargé d’affaires in Paris delivered a letter of candidature from Secretary Blinken to the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) confirming that a proposal from Minnesota USA Expo is the United States’ national bid to host Expo 2027. The proposed specialized Expo, commonly known as a …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN July 19, 2021 Responding to the PRC’s Destabilizing and Irresponsible Behavior in Cyberspace The United States and countries around the world are holding the People’s Republic of China (PRC) accountable for its pattern of irresponsible, disruptive, and destabilizing behavior in …
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Office of the spokesperson July 15, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian yesterday in Washington, D.C. Secretary Blinken congratulated Minister Le Drian on the occasion of France’s national day and the unveiling of a replica Statue of Liberty, an enduring symbol of French-American friendship, at …
Read More» July 14, 2021 Statements and releases National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian of France and reaffirmed the strong bilateral ties between our countries. They welcomed the outcomes of the U.S.-EU Summit and NATO Summit in June and pledged to work together to ensure the Alliance’s adaptation to diverse …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 14, 2021 On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warm wishes to the people of France as they celebrate their national day. We have an enduring and close relationship with France, our oldest Ally. In the spirit of “Liberté, Égalité, and Fraternité,” the United States …
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OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 24, 2021 “President Macron and I stand together, ready to take on the toughest challenges we face.” – President Biden, June 11, 2021 Secretary Antony J. Blinken will travel to Paris, France, June 24-27, 2021, where he will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron and French Foreign Minister Jean Yves Le Drian. During this trip to engage with the United States’ oldest Ally, Secretary Blinken will emphasize the importance of …
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Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Press Statement June 18, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Berlin, Paris, Rome, the Vatican, Bari, and Matera, June 22-29. In Berlin, the Secretary will attend the Second Berlin Conference on Libya to support national elections in December and the withdrawal of foreign forces. …
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Please read the following message carefully as your appointment currently scheduled for tomorrow at the U.S. Embassy in Paris has been postponed. President Biden has signed a bill declaring June 19th a U.S. federal holiday. Under U.S. law the holiday will be observed on Friday, June 18. Therefore the U.S. Embassy in Paris will be closed on Friday, June 18, 2021. …
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Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France White House – June 12, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with President Emmanuel Macron on the margins of the G7 Summit. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening our bilateral ties and to the Transatlantic alliance. They highlighted their dedication …
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White House, JUNE 03, 2021 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Today, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met in Washington with Emmanuel Bonne, National Security Advisor to the President of France, to exchange views on a range of shared global policy issues. They talked about the upcoming G7 leaders meeting and NATO Summit. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Bonne …
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The following is the text of a joint statement by the Energy Ministries of the Governments of France and the United States of America. Minister Barbara Pompili of the French Ministry for the Ecological Transition and Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm of the United States Department of Energy issued a joint statement today: France and the …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JUNE 1, 2021 During this year’s Pride Month, we celebrate an important message: “You are Included.” The diverse experiences, perspectives, and contributions of the State Department community make our institution stronger and advance the goals of American diplomacy. Out of many, we are one. The Department has …
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Office of the Spokesperson May 16, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian to discuss their shared concern about ongoing violence in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza and their engagement with partners in the region to bring …
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Office of the Spokesperson The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian in London on the margins of the G7 Ministerial. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Le Drian discussed long-term security and the need for a …
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U.S. Capitol (April 28, 2021) THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you. Good to be back. And Mitch and Chuck will understand it’s good to be almost home, down the hall. Anyway, thank you all. Madam Speaker, Madam Vice President — (applause) — no President has ever said those words from this podium. No …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2021 Today, the 51st Earth Day, we must work together to combat the climate crisis and restore our Earth for the benefit of everyone. Each year, an estimated one billion people around the world mobilize for action on Earth Day, and this year, the United States joins this wave of action. This morning, …
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ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON, D.C. APRIL 22, 2021 Good morning. Good afternoon. Good evening. We are so grateful to have all of you with us today. As President Biden and Vice President Harris have made clear, this administration intends to do more than any in U.S. history to meet …
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The White House MARCH 26, 2021 Today, President Biden invited 40 world leaders to the Leaders Summit on Climate he will host on April 22 and 23. The virtual Leaders Summit will be live streamed for public viewing. President Biden took action his first day in office to return the United States to the Paris …
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How can museum professionals, educators, artists and civil society leaders work together to support young audiences in their reflection on major societal issues? How can we make museums a more inclusive place where youth can debate and propose solutions to urgent social and climate questions? This series on inclusivity, diversity and sustainability is offered by the Embassy …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 23, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with his counterparts from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom today in Brussels. They reaffirmed their strong commitment to NATO and the Transatlantic relationship and support for deeper U.S.-EU cooperation; addressed the …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 14, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian today. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Le Drian emphasized the special role of the Transatlantic Alliance in addressing global security challenges. The Secretary and the …
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MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 9, 2021 Today in Brussels, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry met with European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, Executive Vice President Frans Timmermans, and the College of Commissioners to discus efforts to raise global climate ambition heading into COP26 in Glasgow. After their meetings, they …
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OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 6, 2021 Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to London, Brussels, and Paris March 8-10, 2021, to work with European allies to strengthen global climate ambition heading into President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate April 22-23 and the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change later this year. In London, Secretary Kerry will meet with representatives from the British government who are hosting COP26 this November in …
Read More» MARCH 05, 2021 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES President Joseph R. Biden spoke today with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. He underscored his support for the European Union and his commitment to repair and revitalize the U.S.-EU partnership. Noting our shared values and the world’s largest trade and investment relationship, the leaders agreed to suspend the tariffs related …
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ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. MARCH 3, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good morning. My fellow Americans, five weeks ago I was sworn in as your Secretary of State. My job is to represent the United States to the world, to fight for the interests and values of the American people. When …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE February 23, 2021 Today’s Senate confirmation of Linda Thomas-Greenfield as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations reinforces President Biden’s commitment to restore and expand American leadership on the global stage. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield is a seasoned diplomat, deeply committed to American values, and the right choice …
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February 19, 2021 East Room THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mr. Ambassador. And it’s great to be with Angela and Emmanuel. We just spent part of — from Washington’s perspective — the morning together. But I want to say hello to everyone and thanks, you — at the Munich Conference for hosting this special session. For …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 19, 2021 On January 20, on his first day in office, President Biden signed the instrument to bring the United States back into the Paris Agreement. Per the terms of the Agreement, the United States officially becomes a Party again today. The Paris Agreement is an …
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Readout provided by the White House. February 15, 2021. Vice President Kamala Harris spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France, and expressed her commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and France and to revitalizing the transatlantic alliance. Vice President Harris and President Macron agreed on the need for close bilateral and …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson February 7, 2021 Statement on the Death of Secretary George Shultz George Shultz was a legend. As Secretary of State, he helped achieve the greatest geopolitical feat of the age: a peaceful end to the Cold War. He negotiated landmark arms control agreements with the Soviet Union and, after leaving office, continued to fight for a world free …
Read More» February 4, 2021 Six months after the August 4 explosion which occurred in the Port of Beirut, causing hundreds of casualties and significant damage, France and the United States reiterate their full unambiguous support to the Lebanese people. As we have done since the explosion, including with the United Nations, our partners and the Lebanese …
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U.S. Department of State Headquarters Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. 2:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary, it’s great to be here with you. And I’ve been looking forward a long time to be able to call you “Mr. Secretary.” Good afternoon, everyone. It’s an honor to be back at the State Department under …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT Antonny J. Blinken, Secretary of State Jan 31, 2021 The United States expresses grave concern and alarm regarding reports that the Burmese military has detained multiple civilian government leaders, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi, and civil society leaders. We call on Burmese military leaders to release all government officials and civil …
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State Department Office of the Spokesperson January 27, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian today to discuss ways to renew and further strengthen the Transatlantic relationship. The Secretary emphasized the U.S. desire to work with France, our oldest …
Read More» State Department John Kerry, special presidential envoy for climate January 21, 2021 As prepared Giuseppe – thank you for that generous introduction – and thanks to all of you for inviting me to share some thoughts with you about the challenge ahead on the global climate crisis. Here in Washington, it’s 7:30 in the morning on my first full day as …
Read More» White House Statements and Releases january 24, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France to express his desire to strengthen bilateral ties with our oldest ally. President Biden also stressed his commitment to bolstering the transatlantic relationship, including through NATO and the United States’ partnership with the European …
Read More» ACCEPTANCE ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA I, Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States of America, having seen and considered the Paris Agreement, done at Paris on December 12, 2015, do hereby accept the said Agreement and every article and clause thereof on behalf of the United States of America. …
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Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America has been tested anew and America has risen to …
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Every four years, the American president is sworn in January 20 in Washington before big crowds. Presidents typically throw in concerts, parades and balls to create several days’ worth of festivities around their inaugurations. But as Joseph R. Biden Jr. becomes the 46th president of the United States on January 20, shoulder-to-shoulder crowds will be …
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Brian Aggeler, Chargé d’affaires a.i. at the Embassy, took part in a moving #9/11 commemoration ceremony on September 11th, 2020, at the Place des États-Unis, Paris: “I am deeply touched by your unfailing commitment to commemorate 9/11, and to honor and cherish the relationship that binds our two countries.”
Read More» Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Media Statement For Immediate Release January 12, 2021 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States. Testing before and after travel is a critical layer to slow the introduction and spread of …
Read More» Office of the United States Trade Representative FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 7, 2021 Contact: USTR Public & Media Affairs media@ustr.eop.gov Washington, DC – The U.S. Trade Representative has determined to suspend the tariff action in the Section 301 investigation of France’s Digital Services Tax (DST). The additional tariffs on certain products of France were announced in July …
Read More» Press Release from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) 12/30/2020 The United States is adjusting tariffs on certain products imported from the European Union. The U.S. was authorized in October 2019 to impose additional duties on approximately $7.5 billion in EU products as a result of the WTO Large Civil Aircraft litigation. The …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Paris, France December 11, 2020 Location: Paris: Chatelet-les Halles to Place de la Republique. Event: Potentially violent demonstration expected to take place on Saturday, December 12 beginning at 2:00 p.m. The groups include Stop Islamaphobie, Marche des libertes, and Paris Peuple Révolté. Additional groups known to initiate clashes with police and foment …
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Press statementt Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State November 18, 2020 On behalf of the United States Government and the American people, I warmly congratulate the people and government of Monaco on the occasion of your 164th National Day, la Fête du Prince. For over 150 years, the United States and Monaco have been partners …
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Office of the spokesperson November 16 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with French President Emmanuel Macron today in Paris, France. Secretary Pompeo and President Macron discussed significant threats to global security, efforts to counter violent extremism, Iran’s destabilizing behavior, and Hizballah’s malign influence …
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Office of the spokesperson November 16, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with French President Emmanuel Macron today in Paris, France. Secretary Pompeo and President Macron discussed significant threats to global security, efforts to counter violent extremism, Iran’s destabilizing behavior, and Hizballah’s malign …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Paris, France September 25, 2020 Location: Paris 11th arrondissement, near former Charlie Hebdo offices. Event: Media report and the Prime Minster have confirmed, several people have been stabbed near the former offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine, in the 11th arrondissement. Actions to Take: Avoid the area Seek secure shelter, if in the …
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INTERVIEW MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE Via Teleconference September 15, 2020 QUESTION: Good morning and welcome, Mike Pompeo. We’re very happy to have you on air, Mr. Secretary of State, on the leading radio show in France. You have been exerting maximum pressure on Iran for three years. This country lost 80 percent of …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Paris, France September 11, 2020 Location: Paris: Protestors gathering at various places throughout the city Other cities and towns throughout France Event: Large Gilet Jaune protests are expected to take place throughout France this weekend. In Paris, beginning on Friday, September 11, at 6:00 pm through the early morning hours …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE Aug 26, 2020 Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Kidnapping of Mark Randall Frerichs and Paul Edwin Overby, Jr. The U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service, through its Rewards for Justice (RFJ) office, and the Federal Bureau of …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE June 17, 2020 Joint Statement of the United States and France on the Strategic Dialogue The following is the text of a joint statement by the Governments of the United States of America and France. Begin text: France and the United States …
Read More» Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Le 27 mai 2020 P.R.C. National People’s Congress Proposal on Hong Kong National Security Legislation Last week, the People’s Republic of China (P.R.C.) National People’s Congress announced its intention to unilaterally and arbitrarily impose national security legislation on Hong Kong. Beijing’s disastrous decision is only the …
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Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State April 22, 2020 Today, the United States observes the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day. The United States is proud of its record as a world leader in promoting clean water and air, conserving natural resources, and protecting nature while driving economic growth and fostering …
Read More» The Department of State has issued COVID-19 Traveler Information and advises all U.S. citizens to read the country-specific Travel Advisories and U.S. Embassy COVID pages for updates on the impact of COVID-19 worldwide. COVID-19 Information Last updated: 10/04/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers . …
Read More» April 10, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending regular updates to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. All U.S. citizens in …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO April 8, 2020 Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. government, the United States has continued to lead the …
Read More» April 3, 2020 Today, First Lady Melania Trump spoke with Mrs. Brigitte Macron of the French Republic. Mrs. Trump expressed her condolences for those who have lost their lives to the coronavirus in France. She also reaffirmed that the United States stands with the French people and expressed optimism that we would get through this …
Read More» April 6, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending a daily update to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who …
Read More» Embassy of the United States of America Press and Information Office 2, avenue Gabriel 75008 Paris Paris, le 3 avril 2020 Communiqué/ Press statement Le gouvernement des Etats-Unis n’a acheté aucun masque qui devait être livré par la Chine à la France. Les informations affirmant le contraire sont complètement fausses. The United States government has …
Read More» April 3, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending a daily update to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. All U.S. citizens …
Read More» April 2, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending a daily update to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who …
Read More» 03/31/2020 02:45 PM EDT Office of the Spokesperson “Whenever you see high quality, effective COVID-19 aid being delivered around the world by UN humanitarian and relief agencies, what you are seeing is the generosity of the American people and those who share our humanitarian values. We are by far the largest contributors to organizations like …
Read More» April 1, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending a daily update to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who …
Read More» March 31, 2020 Health Alert U.S. Embassy Paris, France Location: France Event: The U.S. Embassy in Paris will be sending a daily update to ensure that all U.S. citizens in France have the latest information on COVID-19, and local security conditions in France. France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. U.S. citizens who …
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By Noelani Kirschner – Mar 26, 2020 Two scientists who met through the J. William Fulbright international exchange program are part of a worldwide hunt to find existing drugs that can be used to treat the COVID-19 virus. As a U.S.-France Fulbright-Tocqueville Distinguished Chair in spring 2015, Benjamin R. tenOever first worked with Marco Vignuzzi’s laboratory at …
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REMINDER to U.S. Citizens in France: Please enroll in step.state.gov to receive alerts & ensure you can be located in an emergency. In an emergency, call +1-202-501-4444 or visit the Embassy website: https://fr.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
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As of March 16th 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris France is cancelling routine visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. The MRV fee is valid and may be used for a visa application in the country where …
Read More» March 12, 2020 For the most current information regarding COVID-19, the March 11 Presidential proclamation, and its impact on travel to the United States, please visit www.dhs.gov and www.whitehouse.gov /. The restrictions do not apply to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents and (generally) immediate family members of U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens who have been in the Schengen zone …
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Proclamation—Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus Issued on: March 11, 2020 On January 31, 2020, I issued Proclamation 9984 (Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus and Other Appropriate Measures To Address …
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Issued on: March 11, 2020 Oval Office 9:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans: Tonight, I want to speak with you about our nation’s unprecedented response to the coronavirus outbreak that started in China and is now spreading throughout the world. Today, the World Health Organization officially announced that this is a global pandemic. We …
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Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons 03/10/2020 09:01 AM EDT Office of the Spokesperson The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, …
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Port Everglades Administration Building Fort Lauderdale, Florida March 7, 2020 GOVERNOR DESANTIS: Good afternoon. I want to welcome the Vice President to Florida, down in a part of the state where there’s a lot of great stuff going on, in Broward County. I also want to thank the President for all his support, particularly on …
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Atlanta, Georgia (Issued March 7, 2020) March 6, 2020 4:43 P.M EST THE PRESIDENT: I said, “I’d like to walk the press down the hall to see how professional this is.” It’s incredible. If you people would like, we would do that. Are they able to do that, Doctor? …
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March 6, 2020 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 5:41 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. We just completed today’s lengthy meeting of the White House Coronavirus Task Force and, at the President’s direction, have continued to implement his whole-of-government approach to bring the full resources of the federal government to bear to confront …
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March 6,2020 Diplomatic Room 8:54 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. Good morning. I’m going to Tennessee to meet with the governor and a lot of people. And it’s something. It’s really something. I guess some of you are coming along, I assume. Is that right? Q No. THE PRESIDENT: You going? Q There’s …
Read More» Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Oman SPECIAL BRIEFING OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 10, 2020 SENIOR STATE DEPARTMENT OFFICIAL THREE: Good afternoon, everybody. Great to have all of you on the phone again for another trip with Secretary Pompeo. This call is, of course, about our upcoming travel …
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White House Issued on: January 31, 2020 The United States has confirmed cases of individuals who have a severe acute respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus (“2019-nCoV”) (“the virus”) first detected in Wuhan, Hubei Province, People’s Republic of China (“China”). The virus was discovered in China in December 2019. As of January 31, 2020, …
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Senior Advisor to the President, Jared Kushner, was interviewed by CNN Christiane Amanpour. “I think what we have today is a real breakthrough. […] We’ve put a real offer on the table today.” Jared Kushner Read the full interview: https://edition.cnn.com/videos/tv/2020/01/28/amanpour-kushner-peace-plan.cnn
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Issued on: January 28, 2020 BOLD VISION FOR PEACE: President Donald J. Trump recognizes it is time for a new approach to achieve peace, security, dignity, and opportunity for Israel and the Palestinian people. This Vision is the most serious, realistic, and detailed plan ever presented, one that could make Israelis, Palestinians, and the region safer …
Read More» READOUT Office of the Spokesperson January 12, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with French Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian to discuss U.S. and French efforts in Iraq and continued cooperation in countering Iran’s malign activities in the region. The two reiterated the purpose …
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Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson January 10, 2020 America is a force for good in the Middle East. Our military presence in Iraq is to continue the fight against ISIS and as the Secretary has said, we are committed to protecting Americans, Iraqis, and our coalition partners. We have been unambiguous regarding how crucial …
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January 8, 2020 Grand Foyer 11:28 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. Good morning. I’m pleased to inform you: The American people should be extremely grateful and happy no Americans were harmed in last night’s attack by …
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Statement From Assistant to the Secretary of Defense Jonathan Hoffman DEC. 29, 2019 In response to repeated Kata’ib Hizbollah (KH) attacks on Iraqi bases that host Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) coalition forces, U.S. forces have conducted precision defensive strikes against five KH facilities in Iraq and Syria that will degrade KH’s ability to conduct future …
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“The vile, hate-filled poison of anti-Semitism must be condemned and confronted everywhere and anywhere it appears.“ President Donald J. Trump Issued on: December 11, 2019 COMBATING ANTI-SEMITISM: President Donald J. Trump is issuing an Executive Order to further the fight against the rise of anti-Semitism in the United States. President Trump’s order makes it clear that …
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STATEMENTS & RELEASES NATIONAL SECURITY & DEFENSE – December 16, 2019 On December 16, 1944, Nazi forces launched their last major offensive campaign on the Western Front of World War II, deep in the Ardennes Forest. In what would become known as the Battle of the Bulge, the United States and Allied Forces unleashed one of the most …
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By Leigh Hartman – Oct 31, 2019 Emerging 5G wireless networks will change the world. New interconnected applications will revolutionize businesses, improve infrastructure and transform personal communications. These new applications will be central to our lives, so keeping all this data secure is more important than ever. But how can you protect against violations of your privacy? …
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By Lauren Monsen – Nov 9, 2018 There’s lots of buzz lately about the advent of 5G (fifth-generation) wireless internet — the next generation of mobile broadband technology. Eagerly awaited by consumers and businesses alike, 5G will revolutionize technology by offering ultrafast connections, minimal delays and a host of new applications. While 4G paved the way for …
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Remarks by President Trump at the Opening of the Louis Vuitton Workshop-Rochambeau | Alvarado, TEXAS October 17, 2019 Thank you very much, everybody. Very, very much appreciated. We’ve had a tremendous day today in the Middle East. We were a little bit unconventional, and we did something that nobody has been able to do …
Read More» September 28, 2019 President Donald J. Trump today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to France to attend the Funeral of His Excellency Jacques Chirac, President of the French Republic, 1995-2007, on September 30, 2019. The Honorable Jamie D. McCourt, U.S. Ambassador to the French Republic and Principality of Monaco, will lead the delegation. …
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United Nations Headquarters New York, New York September 24, 2019 Remarks by President Trump to the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
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September 23, 2019 United Nations Headquarters New-York Remarks on Relgious Freedom
Read More» STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO August 2, 2019 U.S. Withdrawal from the INF Treaty August 2, 2019 On February 2, 2019, the United States provided its six-month notice of withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty due to the Russian Federation’s continuing violation of the treaty. The U.S. withdrawal pursuant to Article XV of the …
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State Department JULY 14, 2019 Today, I congratulate France on the celebration of Bastille Day. France is one of our closest allies, with 230 years of friendship between our two nations. France’s support was instrumental in the success of the American Revolution, and those bonds hold strong to this day. Most recently, France hosted our …
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Michael Kratsios, Deputy Assistant to the President for Technology Policy, will travel to Paris, France May 15-16 to serve as the U.S. Head of Delegation at the G7 Digital Ministerial Meetings. During the meeting, he will address key technology issues facing the United States and its partners, such as advancing artificial intelligence, encouraging innovation-friendly policy …
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Be a part of the startup spotlight and start your entrepreneurial journey in the United States. Early-stage and startup tech companies from across the world will have the opportunity to pitch their products and designs over lunch on Monday June 10th in the Columbia Ballroom at the Washington Hilton. Qualifying early-stage and startup companies can apply to …
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Issued on: April 23, 2019 President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump accepted the invitation of Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to visit the United Kingdom from June 3 to 5, 2019. This state visit will reaffirm the steadfast and special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. In addition to meeting …
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America’s love for Notre Dame By Sherry L. Brukbacher | Lauren Monsen – Apr 17, 2019 U.S. soldiers fill the pews of Notre Dame Cathedral on April 16, 1945, during a memorial service for U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt. (© Morse/AP Images) Notre Dame de Paris, one of the most iconic structures in the world, has always had a special place …
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As Notre Dame burns, White House sends words of comfort to French By Leigh Hartman- Apr 15, 2019 President Trump, traveling in Minnesota to deliver an economic speech, expressed his sorrow to the people of France today, after learning of the fire in the iconic Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. There “is no …
Read More» France is a multiparty constitutional democracy. Voters directly elect the president of the republic to a five-year term. They elected Emmanuel Macron to that position in May 2017. An electoral college elects members of the bicameral parliament’s upper house (Senate), and voters directly elect members of the lower house (National Assembly). Observers considered the April/May …
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White House February 1, 2019 President Donald J. Trump to Withdraw the United States from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty “Russia has not, unfortunately, honored the agreement, so we’re going to terminate the agreement. We’re going to pull out.” President Donald J. Trump RESTORING ACCOUNTABILITY TO ARMS CONTROL: President Donald J. Trump is …
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Department of State Press Briefing Room, Washington, DC February 1, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. At the core of President Trump’s foreign policy are a few very, very simple truths. The security of the American people must be our greatest consideration, the agreements into which we enter must serve American interests, and countries must be held …
Read More» Issued on: January 31, 2019 In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, Virginia. The vessel’s arrival marked the beginning of the unscrupulous slave trade in the American colonies. It was from this immoral origin—and through inhuman conditions, discrimination, and prolonged hardship—that emerged the vibrant …
Read More» December 12, 2018 Location: Strasbourg, France Event: Police operations continue in Strasbourg to locate the subject responsible for the incident on Tuesday evening, December 11, 2018. Movement within several areas of the city remains restricted and authorities request that the public remain sheltered in place. Avoid the area Shelter in place if in the area …
Read More» December 11, 2018 Location: Strasbourg, France Event: Media report an ongoing security incident in the center of Strasbourg. Actions to Take: Avoid the area Seek secure shelter, if in the area Monitor local media for updates Be aware of your surroundings Notify friends and family of your safety U.S. citizens may monitor English-language French media …
Read More» Location: Paris and throughout France on December 8, 2018. The announced route of the march is from Place de la Bastille to the Arc de Triomphe. Expected gathering points and routes include, but may not be limited to, areas in the 1st, 4th, 8th, 16th, and 17th arrondissements. Event: Demonstrations by the “Gilets Jaunes” (yellow vests) …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Paris, France November 24, 2018 Location: Paris and throughout France. Gathering points and routes in Paris include, but are not limited to, the Champs-Elysees, Place de la Concorde, Place de la Madeleine, Assemblée Nationale, and the Champs de Mars near the Eiffel Tower. Event: It is possible that demonstrations by …
Read More» Cemetery Alert: The Normandy Visitor Center will be closed to the public beginning February 4, 2019 due to a total renovation of the exhibit space. It’s anticipated the visitor center will re-open in early May 2019. As part of the effort, a portion of the parking lot will be closed beginning in late November 2018 …
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AT THE AMERICAN COMMEMORATION CEREMONY HOSTED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE AMERICAN BATTLE MONUMENTS COMMISSION Suresnes American Cemetery, Suresnes, France November 11, 2018 – 4:14 P.M. CEST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you. Thank you very much, everybody. Thank you very much. Please. Major General Matz, I want to thank you and everyone at the American Battle …
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Élysée Palace, Paris, France, before bilateral meeting. November 10, 2018 / 11:05 A.M. CEST PRESIDENT MACRON: I wanted to welcome my good friend, President Trump, and wanted to thank you for this visit after a very important time in your domestic policy. I do appreciate the fact that you came here, Donald, after your visit for Bastille …
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Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2018 Statement by the Press Secretary on President Donald J. Trump’s Upcoming Travel to France President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to Paris, France, from November 9 to 11, 2018. The President will join President Emmanuel Macron of France and …
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Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2018 BACKGROUND PRESS CALL BY SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIALS ON THE PRESIDENT’S UPCOMING TRIP TO PARIS, FRANCE Via Teleconference 3:05 P.M. EST MR. MARQUIS: Hey guys, this is actually Garrett Marquis, NSC spokesman. I just wanted to set some ground rules before …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON November 7, 2018 Secretary Pompeo to Travel to Paris U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Paris, France November 10-11. On November 10, he will arrive in Paris, where he will join President Trump in commemorating the …
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White House, Office of the Press Secretary November 2, 2018 REIMPOSING ALL SANCTIONS: President Donald J. Trump is reimposing the toughest sanctions ever on Iran, targeting many of the corrupt regime’s critical sectors. On November 5, 2018, all United States sanctions that were lifted under the disastrous Iran nuclear deal will be fully reimposed. Together …
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BUREAU OF COUNTERTERRORISM AND COUNTERING VIOLENT EXTREMISM Country Reports on Terrorism 2017 2017 Country Report on Terrorism for France Overview: France remained an important counterterrorism partner of the United States in 2017. It is a longstanding and important member of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS. France continued to conduct counterterrorism operations in Iraq, Syria, Libya, Mali, other parts of the …
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On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, and Tyrone Woods. The diverse nationalities of …
Read More» Joint Statement on the Salisbury Attack Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 6, 2018 We, the leaders of France, Germany, the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, reiterate our outrage at the use of a chemical nerve agent, known as Novichok, in Salisbury on 4 March. We welcome the progress …
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Statement from the White House Press Secretary Issued on August 31, 2018 President Donald J. Trump will travel to Paris, France, to participate in a November 11 commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the fighting in World War I. The President’s participation in this event will highlight the sacrifices that Americans …
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Press Statement by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, DC, July 14, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of the French Republic as you celebrate your National Day. France is our oldest friend and ally. The strength of our relationship is reflected in …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Washington, D.C., May 14, 2018 Secretary Pompeo’s Calls with French Foreign Minister Le Drian, UK Foreign Secretary Johnson, and German Foreign Minister Maas The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Pompeo has spoken over the last several days with French Foreign Minister Le Drian, UK Foreign …
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Washington, D.C., May 13, 2018 The United States strongly condemns yesterday’s terrorist attack in Paris. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with the French people and their government against this vicious act of terrorism, and pledge any assistance needed. Acts like this only strengthen the resolve …
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La Maison-Blanche Bureau de la porte-parole Le 2 mai 2018 LE PRÉSIDENT : Merci. Je dois dire que c’est là davantage d’engouement en provenance du département d’État que je n’avais vu depuis longtemps – de nombreuses années. (Rires.) On peut parler de nombreuses années, peut-être des dizaines et des dizaines. Ça va être un début …
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The Embassy will be closed to the public on May 1, 2018. In case of emergency, please contact the switchboard at 33 1 43 12 22 22. Thank you.
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Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State Issued on: April 26, 2018 I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect leading the Department of State will be an incredible asset …
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As French President Emmanuel Macron arrived April 23 as the first guest of President Trump for an official state visit, the two countries’ centuries-old friendship was on display. Born in democratic revolutions, France and the United States have built an enduring relationship. “It is truly fitting that we are holding our first official state visit …
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Ambassador McCourt participated to the State Dinner organized during President Macron’s State Visit to the U.S. It was a great opportunity to catch up with two friends Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury and Ambassador John Bolton, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.
Read More» France is a multiparty constitutional democracy. Voters directly elect the president of the republic to a five-year term. They elected Emmanuel Macron to that position in May. An electoral college elects members of the bicameral parliament’s upper house (Senate), and voters directly elect members of the lower house (National Assembly). Observers considered the April 23/May …
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This state visit amplifyies the two countries’ centuries-old friendship.
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Nice meeting between Ambassador McCourt and Brigitte Macron at the Elysée on April 20, 2018. Ambassador McCourt will be in Washington, D.C. during President Macron’s State Visit to the White House.
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Meeting between Ambassador McCourt and Jean-Michel Blanquer, Minister of National Education in France. Great discussion on our Franco-American cooperation in this field and the opportunities offered by education to our two nations’ youth.
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On March 29st, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met Françoise Nyssen, Minister of Culture to discuss cultural exchanges between United States and France which last since 250 years.
Read More» Today President Donald J. Trump ordered the expulsion of dozens of Russian intelligence officers from the United States and the closure of the Russian consulate in Seattle due to its proximity to one of our submarine bases and Boeing. The United States takes this action in conjunction with our NATO allies and partners around the …
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On March 22nd , 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Nicolas Hulot, French Minister of Ecological and Solidary Transition.
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On March 21st, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Valérie Pécresse, President of the region Île-de-France.
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On March 19th, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with French Minister of Justice Nicole Belloubet.
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On March 16th, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America, presented her credentials to H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince. She was then welcomed to the residence of H.E. the Minister of State for a dinner hosted by H.S.H. Prince Albert II. Surrounding H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince, from left to …
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On March 8th, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt attended the opening of the first major retrospective “Mary Cassatt, an American impressionist in Paris” at the Jacquemart-André museum. Born into a wealthy family of American bankers with French origins, Mary Cassatt spent a few years in France during her childhood, continuing her studies at the Pennsylvania Fine Arts …
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On March 7th, 2018 Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Gérard Larcher, President of the French Senate (center of the photo) and senator Christian Cambon, Chairman of the Select Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defense and Armed forces, Chairman of the interparliamentary group France-Morocco.
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On March 5, 2018 Ambassador Jamie McCourt welcomed AmChamFrance and Citi at her residence, for a luncheon for women entrepreneurs and business leaders. This year’s theme is Leading Together, and the luncheon brought men and women to the table to discuss how to advance women in their careers.
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On February 26, 2018, for the first time Ambassador Jamie McCourt was at the Salon de l’Agriculture for a captivating visit of this vast showcase of French agriculture. This visit provided an opportunity to meet many actors of this activity and have a unique look at the dynamism and wealth of France’s heritage. France is …
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On February 20, 2018 Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Marlène Schiappa, State Secretary for Gender Equality for the Prime Minister. The discussion focused on teaching gender equality in schools and promoting women, two issues that are very important for the Ambassador.
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On February 16, 2018 Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Mounir Mahjoubi, State Secretary for Digital Technology for the Prime Minister, to look at Franco-American cooperation in the digital economy and how digital technology promotes entrepreneurship and insertion that benefit society and the economy.
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On February 12, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris, to discuss Franco-American partnerships. 2018 will be rich with educational and cultural projects with the city of Paris!
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On February 13, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with the Franco-American Friendship Group at the French National Assembly. The alliance between France and the United States is stronger every day to garantee a safe, free and prosperous future to the next generations.
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On February 9, 2018, Ambassador Jamie McCourt met with Ignacio Garat (left), Alain Chaillé (center) and Julien Ducoup (right) during a visit of the FedExEurope Hub at Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport, the largest hub outside of the United States, a model of dynamism and provider of employment opportunities in the Ile-de-France region.
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#AEIF2018 opens on March 1! #ExchangeAlumni may apply for up to $25,000 to support their #AEIF public service projects under one of five themes: fostering economic prosperity; building civic participation, good governance, and resilient communities; promoting inclusion and educational opportunity; advancing science, technology, health and innovation; and empowering women and girls. Need some inspiration? Check out …
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January 30, 2018 U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 9:10 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: Less than one year has passed since I first stood at this podium, in this majestic chamber, to speak on behalf of the American …
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Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC January 29, 2018 The United States notes with the highest level of concern the latest incident of unsafe Russian military practices, over the Black Sea on January 29. As confirmed by U.S. Naval Forces Europe, a Russian SU-27 engaged in an unsafe interaction with a U.S. EP-3 …
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On January 25, 2018, Ambassador McCourt met with French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe to discuss transatlantic cooperation.
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On January 25, 2018, Ambassador McCourt met with French Minister for Higher Education Frédérique Vidal to discuss transatlantic student mobility.
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Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Paris, France January 23, 2018 Remarks on Russia’s Responsibility for the Ongoing Use of Chemical Weapons in Syria SECRETARY TILLERSON: Again, I want to thank Foreign Minister Le Drian for hosting today’s signing ceremony for the launch of the International Partnership Against Impunity for the Use of Chemical Weapons. …
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Fact Sheet – Office of the Spokesperson Washington, D.C. – January 23, 2018 The international community is at a critical juncture in the fight to uphold the international norm against chemical weapons use. Repeated obstruction by some countries at the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the United Nations have undermined the …
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Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson travels to London, Paris, Warsaw, and Davos January 21-27. On Tuesday morning, in Paris, the Secretary will meet with French Foreign Minister Le Drian to discuss Syria, Iran, Lebanon, Libya, DPRK, and Ukraine. The Secretary will participate in Paris in a signing ceremony for the launch of the International Partnership Against Impunity …
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Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC January 18, 2018 U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to London, Paris, Warsaw, and Davos January 21-27. On January 21, he will arrive in London, where he will meet with Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and National Security Advisor Mark Sedwill to discuss our cooperation on …
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U.S. Ambassador McCourt and Armed Forces Minister Florence Parly underscored a close tie between the U.S. and France as she welcomed the first C-130J Super Hercules air lifter to join the French Air Force transport fleet. The C-130J, designed, developed and built by Lockheed Martin, landed here Dec. 22, part of a four-strong fleet to fill …
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The U.S. Embassy will be closed to the public on Monday, January 1, 2018, in observance of New Year’s Day. In case of emergency, please dial the following numbers: In France dial 01-43-12-22-22 If you are calling from the U.S., please dial 011-33-1-43-12-22-22 [then 0 (zero)]. We wish you a Happy Holiday Season.
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“The meeting today to discuss the G5 Sahel Joint Force was productive and timely. There have been more than 870 attacks this year in the Sahel. It’s time to coordinate the effective eradication of ISIS and al-Qaida forces and end human trafficking and slavery. As part of the longstanding U.S. commitment to stabilizing the region, …
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Secretary Tillerson travels to Brussels, Belgium; Vienna, Austria; and Paris, France, December 4-8. On December 4, he arrived in Brussels, where he will meet with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and attend the December 5-6 NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting . While in Brussels, he will also meet with senior Belgian officials, as well as EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and …
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President Donald J. Trump Proclaims November 2017 as National Native American Heritage Month National Native American Heritage Month, 2017 – – – – – – – By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation American Indians and Alaska Natives are inextricably linked with the history of the United States. Beginning with the …
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Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2017 Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will travel to France, Sudan, Tunisia, and Nigeria from November 14-21. In Paris, the Deputy Secretary will advocate for the Minnesota-USA 2023 Expo Bid and hold bilateral meetings. He will then travel to Khartoum, where he will …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release October 13, 2017 Remarks by President Trump on Iran Strategy Diplomatic Reception Room 12:53 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. My fellow Americans: As President of the United States, my highest obligation is to ensure the safety and security of the American …
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On October 5, Chargé d’Affaires Brent Hardt hosted a reception to show support for Minnesota’s bid to host the 2023 Specialized Expo. Minnesota presented it’s project to the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), based in Paris, under the themes of health and wellness with the banner “HEALTHY PEOPLE, HEALTHY PLANET.” The state is in competition with the …
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The U.S. Department of State made a new contribution of $500,000 to the Council of Europe to fight cybercrime. Since 2014 the United States has contributed a total of $1,804,000 to fight cybercrime within the framework of the Council of Europe activities. The institution is based in Strasbourg, France.
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On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha As the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca and Medina comes to a close, I wish Muslims across the globe a meaningful and blessed Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Adha, also known as the ‘Festival of Sacrifice,’ is a special time when millions of Muslims perform acts of charity, remember those …
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The Embassy will be closed on Monday, September 4 for Labor Day. Please dial 01-43-12-22-22 in case of emergencies. How Labor Day is celebrated in America – By ShareAmerica – Aug 28, 2017 The U.S. celebrates Labor Day on the first Monday in September. The day reminds Americans of the importance of workers’ rights and offers them …
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From the beginning, America has been a place that has cherished the freedom of worship. Sadly, many around the globe do not enjoy this freedom… [W]e pray for the strength and wisdom to achieve a better tomorrow – one where good people of all faiths, Christians and Muslims and Jewish and Hindu, can follow their …
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America’s promotion of international religious freedom demands standing up for the rights of the world’s most vulnerable populations. ISIS’ brutal treatment of religious and ethnic minorities in the Middle East has drawn a great degree of attention over the last few years. The 2016 Annual Report details these atrocities.
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By Christopher Connell – Jul 3, 2017 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s European members and Canada have increased their defense spending 4.3 percent in 2017 — a step toward the goal of ensuring all nations invest equitably in defense. “We have started to move in the right direction …. and we intend to keep it up,” …
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In releasing the 2017 Trafficking in Persons report , Secretary of State Rex Tillerson called human trafficking “one of the most tragic human rights issues of our time.” The report assesses trafficking in 187 countries, including the United States, and emphasizes the need to hold traffickers accountable and prosecute them. Senior White House adviser Ivanka Trump, who joined Tillerson for the report …
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In an 11-minute speech at Harvard University 70 years ago, general-turned-statesman George Marshall laid the groundwork for a recovery plan for Europe which created bonds that have linked the continent with the United States ever since. Marshall chose that low-key occasion on June 5, 1947, to announce the massive U.S. aid program to reconstruct Europe …
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President Donald J. Trump wished all Muslims “a joyful Ramadan” upon the start of the Muslim holy month. “During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning and inspiration in acts of charity and meditation that strengthen our communities,” President Trump said in a May 26 statement . “At its core, the …
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Remarks as prepared for delivery Thank You. I want to thank King Salman for his extraordinary words, and the magnificent Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for hosting today’s summit. I am honored to be received by such gracious hosts. I have always heard about the splendor of your country and the kindness of your citizens, but …
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President Trump will embark this Friday, May 19th, on a nine-day trip that will take him to Riyadh, Jerusalem, Rome, Brussels, and Taormina. The visit to Saudi Arabia will reaffirm the strong partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia and allow the leaders to discuss issues of strategic concern, including efforts to defeat terrorist …
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Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of State Washington, DC, April 24, 2017 Today on Yom HaShoah – Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising – we honor the six million Jews systematically murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators. We also remember all individuals targeted for persecution and death by the …
Read More» The White House, Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C., April 24, 2017 President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to address a wide range of issues of mutual concern. The leaders discussed the conflicts in Syria and Yemen and the urgent security challenge posed by North Korea. The President also …
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Transcript of the voice over: They were called “Doughboys.” Then, as now, no one was exactly sure why. Like their name, their heroic deeds fade from memory. People and places etched in a thousand local memorials across our nation…seen, but seldom noticed. Faded monuments to a war that changed everything. The Doughboys named it “The …
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Congress declared war on Germany on April 6, 1917, formally bringing the United States into World War I, a conflict that had been ongoing for nearly three years. When the war began in 1914—pitting the Allied powers of France, Great Britain and Russia against Germany, Austria-Hungary and the Ottoman Empire—most Americans simply wanted to keep …
Read More» Press Statement by Mark C. Toner, Acting Spokesperson Washington, DC, April 3, 2017 The United States condemns today’s reprehensible attack on passengers of the St. Petersburg metro system. We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who were killed, and our thoughts and prayers are with those injured in the attack and with the Russian people.
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Brussels, Belgium, March 31, 2017 Thank you for the opportunity to represent the United States at this important meeting on Ukraine. Three years ago, Russia’s aggression against Ukraine shook the very foundations of security and stability in Europe. Today, Russia’s ongoing hostility and occupation is compromising our shared vision of a Europe that is whole, …
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Mrs Uzra Zeya, Chargé d ‘Affaires at the United States Embassy in Paris, visited the US Pavilion at #JECWorld2017 , the most important composite material trade show in the world. The Commercial Department of the US Embassy in Paris set up the U.S. Pavilion, which hosted 41 different businesses from 15 States. This was the opportunity …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary March 06, 2017 PROTECTING THE NATION FROM FOREIGN TERRORIST ENTRY INTO THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq., and …
Read More» How the new travel order works By Christopher Connell – Mar 7, 2017 President Trump signed an executive order on March 6 that pauses the admission of foreign nationals from six countries to allow the U.S. government to review and strengthen the vetting process used to scrutinize visa applications. (State Dept./Julia Maruszewski)
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President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in …
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Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2016 – France Executive Summary France is a multiparty constitutional democracy. The president of the republic is elected by popular vote for a five-year term. Voters elected Francois Hollande to that position in 2012. The upper house (Senate) of the bicameral parliament is elected indirectly through an electoral …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary February 20, 2017 Donald J. Trump on Monday announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Herbert Raymond “H.R.” McMaster to serve as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs. General McMaster is a graduate of West Point and received a Ph.D from the University of North Carolina …
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After a career at the U.S. Department of Defense, Leo Michel is currently a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security. Last Tuesday, he gave a talk at the Council of Europe, and shared with a number of ambassadors to the Council, as well as several Members of the European …
Read More» The Munich Security Conference Munich, Germany, February 18, 2017 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Ambassador Ischinger. Chancellor Merkel, Secretary General, distinguished colleagues, and honored guests, I bring greetings on behalf of the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump. In my still new capacity as Vice President, I am honored and humbled to have …
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Munich Security Conference Munich, Germany, February 17, 2017 […] As guardians for our nations and sentinels alert to new threats, we all see our community of nations under threat on multiple fronts as the arc of instability builds on NATO’s periphery and beyond. Unified by these growing threats to our democracies, we possess strong resolve to …
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By DipNote Bloggers on February 21, 2017 On February 19, 2017, Vice President Mike Pence met with the North Atlantic Treary Organization’s (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in Brussels, Belgium. In remarks to the press following their meeting, the Vice President noted, “The United States has been a proud and faithful member of NATO since its founding …
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February is National African American History Month. President Trump issued the following proclamation to commemorate the role African Americans have played in U.S. history: NATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As we celebrate National African American History …
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1. The Executive Order does not restrict the travel of dual nationals, so long as they hold the passport of an unrestricted country and possess a valid U.S. visa. They may resume travel to the United States. 2. Our Embassies and Consulates around the world will process visa applications and issue nonimmigrant and immigrant visas to otherwise …
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President Trump delivered this inaugural address on January 20, 2017. THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, President Carter, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, fellow Americans, and people of the world: thank you. We, the citizens of America, are now joined in a great national effort to rebuild our country and restore its promise for all of …
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Watch the live stream coverage of Inauguration Day 2017 on the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies website . Donald J. Trump, a businessman who promises to use his financial know-how to help Americans improve their standard of living, on January 20 takes office as the 45th president of the United States. Official information on the Presidential Inauguration is always available from …
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Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC, January 18, 2017 The United States strongly condemns the cowardly attack on a military camp in Gao that houses government forces and members of the primary armed groups that signed the Malian peace accord. We are aware of reports that the attack was …
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Since 2000, the U.S. has been a member of the Council of Europe’s Group of Countries against Corruption (GRECO). As such, the U.S. participates in GRECO’s peer assessment process to identify how countries can do better in fighting corruption. On January 17, the Council of Europe released the most recent report on the U.S. in …
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Monday, January 9, 2017 The American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) officially assumed ownership and responsibility for the Lafayette Escadrille Memorial Cemetery (LEMC) today, making it the 9th commemorative World War I cemetery administered by the agency. ABMC Chairman Merrill A. McPeak, former U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff, joined Alex Blumrosen, president of the Lafayette Escadrille Memorial Foundation, …
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A selection of 3 key events for the United States of America at the Council of Europe in 2016 : Adoption of the evaluation report on the prevention of corruption in respect of parliamentarians, judges and prosecutors in the United States of America by the Council of Europe anti-corruption body (GRECO). 4th voluntary contribution of …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 10, 2016 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT OBAMA AND PRESIDENT-ELECT DONALD TRUMP AFTER MEETING Oval Office 12:36 P.M. EST PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, I just had the opportunity to have an excellent conversation with President-elect Trump. It was wide-ranging. We talked about some of the …
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U.S. Businesses Lead the Way in the Fight Against Climate Change Op-Ed by U.S. Ambassador to France and Monaco Jane D. Hartley, the Huffington Post, November 4, 2016 If markets and businesses thrive on certainty, as the old adage goes, then they should be pleased with the latest developments on fighting climate change. For it …
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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month which is an annual campaign to raise awareness about cybersecurity. We live in a world that is more connected than ever before. The Internet touches almost all aspects of everyone’s daily life, whether we realize it or not. National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) is designed to engage …
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Over two years after Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 (MH17) was shot down by a Russian-made missile fired from rebel-held eastern Ukraine, Russian media continue to mislead the public. Turn off the noise. Nearly one year following the release of the Dutch Safety Board’s independent investigation ( https://goo.gl/XiwLzq ) of the incident, the international Joint Investigation Team …
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Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC September 28, 2016 The United States welcomes the interim report of the Joint Investigation Team on the shoot down of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The Team’s interim findings corroborate Secretary Kerry’s statement in the days following the tragedy that MH17 was shot …
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Briefing on Syria Humanitarian Assistance Special Briefing Anne C. Richard Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Washington, DC September 27, 2016 MR TONER: Hey, everyone. QUESTION: Good afternoon. MR TONER: Hey. Happy Tuesday. Welcome to the State Department. So before I get to your questions, I just – we have with us today Assistant …
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Televised presidential-candidate debates have become a mainstay of U.S. elections since the first one in 1960 drew an audience of 74 million people. But that was just a television audience. This year’s debates will be available to the world, an increasing majority of which is more inclined to watch at a computer or with a …
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Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State United Nations Headquarters New York City September 21, 2016 SECRETARY KERRY: Mr. President, good morning, and good morning to all of our colleagues here on the United Nations Security Council. I want to thank my colleague from New Zealand particularly for hosting this very important session on the crisis …
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By: Michael Ortiz, Deputy Coordinator, Bureau of Counterterrorism and Countering Violent Extremism; Andy Rabens Special Adviser for Global Youth Issues, Bureau of Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs; Shaarik Zafar , Special Representative to Muslim Communities. AsPresident Obama attends his last United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) this week, we are honored to join him in New York to meet with …
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John Kerry Secretary of State United Nations Headquarters New York City September 19, 2016 Good afternoon, Mr. Chairman. I apologize for being a little bit late. Even with a motorcade, traffic is hard. I want to applaud the United Nations for convening this very timely session on the largescale movement of refugees and migrants, and …
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Public Affairs Office For more information: Tony.Simmons@usmc.mil USNS Pililaau Facebook: KOA MOANA Press Release Sept. 21, 2016 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KOA MOANA 16-4 conducting joint military training in Tahiti. U.S. Naval Ship PILILAAU – U.S. Marines with Exercise KOA MOANA (Ocean Warrior) 16-4 …
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President Obama hosts a Leaders’ Summit on Refugees in New York on September 20 to strengthen the resolve of countries to help the tens of millions driven from their homes worldwide. The summit will take place while world leaders and diplomats are in New York for the 71st session of the U.N. General Assembly. Joining Obama …
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The National Museum of African American History and Culture will open September 24 in Washington, but wherever you are, you can take an early look now. The newest addition to the Smithsonian Institution has nearly 3,000 objects and 12 exhibitions, along with 183 videos, to tell the story of America through the African-American lens. President Obama will deliver remarks at the dedication ceremony. …
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Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 15, 2016 The Safe Ocean Network, an initiative U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry first announced at the second Our Ocean Conference in 2015, seeks to build a global community to strengthen all aspects of the fight against illegal fishing including detection, enforcement, and prosecution. …
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This first France-U.S. Cyber Bilateral Meeting strengthened the longstanding partnership between France and the United States on critical global cyber issues by reaffirming our already effective collaboration on key cyber topics and identifying additional areas for cooperation and enhancement. The meeting represented a “whole-of-government” approach, allowing for in-depth cooperation on a wide range of cyber …
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The United States, through the State Department’s Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, contributed another $250,000 (225,000 Euros) to the Council of Europe (COE) to support efforts under the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime. This contribution aims to assist COE efforts in providing legislative drafting advice to developing nations and to support increased participation …
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The United States is closing in on its goal of welcoming 10,000 refugees from war-torn Syria by the end of September. By Voice of America – Aug 12, 2016 President Obama set that target last September. The pace accelerated in late spring and summer as more refugees passed stringent security checks and other requirements and were cleared for admission. …
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By Lauren Monsen – Aug 8, 2016 Political parties are all about winning elections. In the U.S., both major parties work hard to understand changes in the composition and views of the voting public. In 2016, they see that immigrant voters are becoming increasingly influential. Gabriel Sanchez, an expert at the political-opinion research firm Latino Decisions, says the …
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Violent extremist groups sometimes target members of religious and ethnic minorities, and Daesh has attempted to destroy minority communities that have existed for centuries. On July 29, the Department of State will convene a meeting in Washington of delegations from more than 20 countries, as well as the United Nations and the European Union, to …
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The U.S. Department of State and USAID announced a joint strategy to counter violent extremism. This new strategy provides a roadmap for mobilizing America’s diplomatic and development tools to counter violent extremism. Violent extremists continue to recruit, radicalize, and mobilize people — especially young people — to engage in terrorist acts. Their actions not only …
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The generation of Americans known as millennials, most of whom are between the ages of 18 and 35, has surpassed the baby boomers (ages 52–70) as the largest living U.S. generation. And that has some political pundits saying that the 2016 presidential election hinges on whether the millennials show up to vote. As almost all of them have …
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Solar Impulse 2, an aircraft powered only by the sun’s rays, touched down in Abu Dhabi on July 26 to complete its history-making flight around the world. After landing the plane, pilot Bertrand Piccard was greeted outside the cockpit by his Solar Impulse partner and fellow Swiss pilot André Borschberg. They hugged and pumped their fists in …
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In the 18th century, the prestigious College of English Jesuits at Saint-Omer welcomed three American descendants of Irish Catholics immigrants who had made a new home in Maryland. At the time, the College had a worldwide reputation for excellence and offered students a stellar education. Once educated, the three Carroll sons returned to Maryland to …
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The 2016 U.S. women’s gymnastics team is favored to win gold at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, with one of the strongest squads in history. If they meet such high expectations, these athletes will follow in the footsteps of the “Fierce Five,” the U.S. team that won gold in London four years ago, and the …
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Press Statement Mark C. Toner Deputy Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 19, 2016 U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will travel to Vienna, Austria, on July 22 to join EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy and the U.S. Delegation in Vienna for the first day of high-level talks at the Extraordinary Meeting of the Parties to the …
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Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 21, 2016 The Foreign and Defense Ministers of the Counter-ISIL (Da’esh) Coalition Small Group, Military Coalition and members that have made major non-military contributions met today in Washington at the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter to …
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Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC July 21, 2016 SECRETARY KERRY: Good afternoon, everybody. As I think you know, today we convened a meeting of the foreign and defense ministers of the counter-Daesh coalition. And with the welcome addition of Interpol, that coalition now stands at 67 members. And today’s …
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Remarks with French Foreign Minister Ayrault (video) SECRETARY KERRY: Good morning, everybody. I am very happy to welcome my friend Jean-Marc Ayrault, the foreign minister of France. And I want to begin by expressing yet again the deep sympathy and condolence of the United States of America for Nice, for 83 lives lost, including three Americans, but more – France has …
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When Republicans and Democrats host their national conventions for the 2016 election season, you’ll see some of the most famous names in U.S. politics carrying the flag for their political parties. But there will also be faces that aren’t so familiar. Yet. The keynote speaker at the 2004 Democratic Convention in Boston spoke of the …
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The major U.S. political parties are getting closer to formally naming their respective candidates for president. The Republicans this week hold their nominating convention. The Democrats get their turn next week. If you tune in to see the hoopla, you’re likely to have some questions. Why are national political conventions held? Political national conventions in the United …
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This summer, Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã Stadium will host more than 15,000 athletes from more than 200 countries for the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games on August 5 and the Paralympic Games on September 7. For many of the world’s top athletes, qualifying for these games represents only one step on the road to Rio. Team USA …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 15, 2016 Readout of the President’s Call with President Francois Hollande of France President Obama spoke today by phone with President Francois Hollande of France to offer his heartfelt condolences on behalf of the American people to the people of France on yesterday’s …
Read More» HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE ATTACK IN NICE, FRANCE – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As a mark of respect for the victims of the attack perpetrated on July 14, 2016, in Nice, France, by the authority vested in me as President of …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 14, 2016 On behalf of the American people, I condemn in the strongest terms what appears to be a horrific terrorist attack in Nice, France, which killed and wounded dozens of innocent civilians. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and other …
Read More» Washington, DC July 14, 2016 Today’s horrendous attack in Nice is an attack against innocent people on a day that celebrates Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity. On behalf of all Americans, and especially the great many with close ties to France, I offer our deepest condolences to the friends and family of those who were killed …
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Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State Westin Hotel Paris, France July 14, 2016 SECRETARY KERRY: One year ago today, China, Russia, Germany, France, Great Britain, the United States, known as the P5+1, succeeded after several years of intensive negotiations in securing an agreement with Iran in order to restrain Iran’s nuclear program in a way …
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On the Occasion of Bastille Day in France Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC July 13, 2016 On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer my heartfelt congratulations to the people of France in commemorating Bastille Day. This July 14, as we observe the anniversary of the French nation, …
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“I’d like all sides to listen to each other,” President Obama said in Spain in response to a reporter’s question about the recent killings of two African-American men and five police officers in the U.S. His comments came July 10 in the wake of the fatal shootings by police of two African-American men in separate incidents in …
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Secretary Kerry at a Reception in Celebration of Eid al-Fitr SECRETARY KERRY: Thank you. Thank you, Shaarik and thank you, all distinguished guests, everybody, a very good evening to you. Assalamu alaikum. AUDIENCE: Assalamu alaikum. SECRETARY KERRY: Eid Mubarak. AUDIENCE: Eid Mubarak. SECRETARY KERRY: Very, very happy to have you here to celebrate this. I don’t know about Mandy’s prayer to God for my future. …
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Issued by the Heads of State and Government participating in the meeting of the North Atlantic Council in Warsaw 8-9 July 2016 Today, our nations face an unprecedented range of security challenges, including the terrorism that has struck hard in many of our countries; Russia’s actions, especially in Ukraine, that undermine the rules-based order …
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We need to boost resilience against new threats, including cyber attack, writes Barack Obama Op-Ed by President Obama, Financial Times, July 8, 2016 This may be the most important moment for our transatlantic alliance since the end of the cold war. Terrorist attacks inspired or directed by Isis have slaughtered innocents in Nato countries, from …
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The Juno spacecraft successfully entered Jupiter’s orbit on Tuesday at 5:54 am, French time, after a journey of five years and three billion kilometers. The first space mission to operate a solar-powered spacecraft at Jupiter and the farthest solar powered spacecraft from Earth, Juno will seek to determine the planet’s atmospheric composition, particularly whether it …
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In the spirit of love and tolerance, we were proud to march today in the #MarchédesFiertés2016. The group Inter-LGBT, defender of LGBTQ+ rights and organizer of the pride march, dedicated this year’s march to the victims of the tragedy in Orlando last month. Representatives of the U.S. Embassy wore black armbands in homage of our …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary June 24, 2016 PRESIDENT OBAMA: The people of the United Kingdom have spoken, and we respect their decision. The special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom is enduring, and the United Kingdom’s membership in NATO remains a vital cornerstone of U.S. foreign, security, …
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President Obama will host the seventh annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, June 22-24, 2016. GES is a reflection of the U.S. government’s commitment to utilize entrepreneurship as a foundational tool to build more economically prosperous, secure, and globally connected communities around the world. For more information, visit www.GES2016.org. …
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Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC June 20, 2016 Today, we honor refugees’ resilience and courage. We also recognize the tremendous contributions made by local and international non-governmental organizations on the front lines of delivering life-saving assistance. This year’s commemoration comes at a time when brutal conflicts are forcing record numbers of …
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World Refugee Day, June 20, is a day to honor the nearly 60 million people displaced from their countries by violence and persecution. The United States is the largest single humanitarian donor, providing billions of dollars per year to provide millions of the world’s most vulnerable people with life-saving assistance. The State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) provides protection, eases suffering, and works to resolve the …
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A revolutionary style of boxing brought fame to Cassius Clay, but it was his voice for social justice that made Muhammad Ali — the name Clay took after embracing Islam — an international icon. The three world heavyweight championships speak for themselves. It’s what he did outside the boxing ring that’s drawn the most comment in the days …
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WASHINGTON, April 14, 2016 — The campaign against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant has accelerated, President Barack Obama said yesterday at the headquarters of the Central Intelligence Agency. Obama spoke to the press after a meeting of the National Security Council at the intelligence facility to review progress being made against all stripes of terrorist. In February, the president ordered the national …
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Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC March 15, 2016 Today, as Russia’s occupation of Crimea enters its third year, we reaffirm our commitment to a united, sovereign Ukraine. The United States does not recognize Russia’s “referendum” of March 16, 2014 or its attempted annexation of Crimea, which …
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