Voting 2020 – Your Vote Counts !
Registering to vote in the U.S. elections and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world.
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Promoting a Better Understanding of American Elections
The U.S. Embassy London announces this Notice of Funding Opportunities.
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NASA names telescope for pioneering female astronomer
NASA, the U.S. space agency, will name its next-generation space telescope in honor of Nancy Grace Roman.
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Information for non-U.S. citizens following the Coronavirus / COVID-19 Outbreak
Information for Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants following the Coronavirus / COVID-19 Outbreak
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Joint Statement on Hong Kong
Signatories to this statement reiterate our deep concern regarding Beijing’s decision to impose a national security law in Hong Kong.
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Information for U.S. Citizens in the UK (Coronavirus – COVID-19)
The information on this page was correct as of May 28, 2020 at 12:00 BST. U.S. State Department – Global Health Advisory – Do Not Travel (added Friday, March 20 at 09:00 GMT) The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. …
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Secretary Pompeo’s Call with UK Foreign Secretary Raab
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab today and discussed concerns over Beijing’s effort to unilaterally and arbitrarily impose national security legislation on Hong Kong
Read More» Keeping the World Safe from Iran’s Nuclear Program
Today, I am announcing the end of the sanctions waiver covering all remaining JCPOA-originating nuclear projects in Iran – the Arak reactor conversion, the provision of enriched uranium for the Tehran Research Reactor, and the export of Iran’s spent and scrap research reactor fuel
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PRC National People’s Congress Proposal on Hong Kong National Security Legislation
The State Department is required by the Hong Kong Policy Act to assess the autonomy of the territory from China. After careful study of developments over the reporting period, I certified to Congress today that Hong Kong does not continue to warrant treatment under United States laws in the same manner as U.S. laws were …
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK
Effective March 18, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in London and Consulates General in Edinburgh and Belfast have suspended routine consular services.
Read More» On the Treaty on Open Skies
Tomorrow, the United States will submit notice of its decision to withdraw from the Treaty on Open Skies to the Treaty Depositaries and to all other States Parties to the Treaty. Effective six months from tomorrow, the United States will no longer be a party to the Treaty.
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U.S. Universities Rally Against COVID-19
While dozens of U.S. universities are working on vaccines and studies to guide the fight against COVID-19, others also are providing equipment and talent to help local communities.
Read More» Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance
Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY …
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Pay As You Earn Payroll Services
The U.S. Embassy London intends to issue a solicitation (RFQ = Request for Quote) for pay as you earn payroll services.
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U.S. scientists collaborate in worldwide search for COVID-19 cure
Expressions of interest in the provision of Event Services
Pre-solicitation Notice for Event Services
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Proclamation on World Trade Week, 2020
During World Trade Week, we reaffirm that free, fair, and reciprocal trade is essential to driving economic growth and ensuring a secure and prosperous future for our Nation.
Read More» Maintenance for 16x BLADE UPS1213 @12kVA UPS Units
The U.S. Embassy London is currently seeking quotations for the provision of maintenance for an Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) system for one (1) year.
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U.S. cracks down on COVID-19 scams
Let’s be clear: There is no vaccine yet to prevent COVID-19. But there are swindlers around the world trying to cash in on COVID-19 fears with bogus prophylactics and cures. They steal money from their victims and spread misinformation, says Christopher Combs, special agent in charge of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation’s San Antonio …
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U.S. researchers map COVID-19 cases to predict future needs
Researchers from the University of Virginia’s Biocomplexity Institute have won a $10 million, five-year computing grant from the U.S. government’s National Science Foundation in order to map cases of the new coronavirus and anticipate how communities will be affected..
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Scholars from U.S. exchange program fight COVID-19
Scholars around the world who have been part of the State Department’s Fulbright Program are using their experience to help their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More» The United States Condemns Attempts by PRC-Affiliated Actors to Steal American COVID-19 Research
The United States Condemns Attempts by PRC-Affiliated Actors to Steal American COVID-19 Research PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 14, 2020 The United States condemns attempts by cyber actors and non-traditional collectors affiliated with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to steal U.S. intellectual property and data related to COVID-19 research, as announced in a May 13, 2020 warning by the Federal Bureau …
Read More» FACT SHEET: Transatlantic Cooperation on COVID-19
As President Trump has said, the United States is working with our friends and partners around the world to coordinate our efforts on stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States values our cooperation with allies and partners in combatting the pandemic and in planning for our collective recovery.
Read More» Condemning Heinous Terrorist Attacks in Afghanistan Today
The United States condemns in the strongest terms the two horrific terrorist attacks in Afghanistan today … Any attack on innocents is unforgivable, but to attack infants and women in labor in the sanctuary of a hospital is an act of sheer evil.
Read More» Amid COVID-19, reporters still face persecution in China, Iran and Venezuela
Countries that were ranked low in the latest World Press Freedom Index were also among the most likely to suppress reporting about COVID-19.
Read More» Britain and America rebuilt a world in ruins… and together we’ll do it again
This op-ed by Ambassador Johnson appeared in the May 07, 2020 edition of The Sun newspaper . AMBASSADOR JOHNSON: Seventy-five years ago, the streets of Britain and America were filled with war-weary citizens celebrating the end of the long and terrible conflict in Europe. Sadly, we cannot hold street parties this year, but coronavirus will not stop us coming together in our homes and on our …
Read More» Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance Builds Upon U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response
Today, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in response to the COVID -19 pandemic, with an additional $128 million in global health and humanitarian assistance.
Read More» Joint Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer and UK Secretary of State for International Trade Elizabeth Truss
Today, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and United Kingdom Secretary of State for International Trade Elizabeth Truss announced the formal launch of trade agreement negotiations between the U.S. and the UK.
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How Americans observed V-E Day during World War II
Victory in Europe (V-E) Day, when the Allied countries of World War II accepted the surrender of Nazi Germany, was celebrated as a festive holiday in many parts of the world.
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Want democracy? Keep the press free and active
A strong democracy encourages a free press — one that keeps the public informed, enables a diversity of voices, and holds leaders accountable.
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National Travel and Tourism Week 2020
FACT SHEET: Update: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Response to COVID-19
The United States Is Continuing To Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19 (updated)
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Pompeo: End wildlife trafficking and save lives
China and other countries should shut down markets that are hot spots for wildlife trafficking and threaten public safety, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo said April 22.
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Vaccines save lives
Vaccines have helped control and even eradicate many deadly diseases, including polio and smallpox. And now the hunt is on for a vaccine to prevent the COVID-19 disease, which has afflicted more than 2 million people worldwide.
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Here’s how the coronavirus could change supply chains
The novel coronavirus pandemic is forcing factories around the world to slow or cease production. This reduced output is disrupting global supply chains that normally keep countries supplied with everything from medicine to garlic to socks.
Read More» Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing, April 23, 2020
U.S. trials of the COVID-19 have been going on and have been approved in the United States, Germany, UK, and China. That’s big news. And we’re — a lot of trials are going on. We have a lot of great, brilliant minds working on this, both from the standpoint of a vaccine and therapeutics. …
Read More» Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery
In light of the above, I have determined that the entry, during the next 60 days, of certain aliens as immigrants would be detrimental to the interests of the United States.
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For Earth Day 2020, download this free poster
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, you can download this commemorative poster.
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NASA astronauts set for historic launch from U.S.
The first launch of astronauts from U.S. soil in nearly a decade is scheduled to take off May 27 from Kennedy Space Center’s launch complex to the International Space Station, NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine announced April 17.
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Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing, April 20, 2020
Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing, April 20, 2020
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U.S. works with NATO to respond to COVID-19
The United States and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies are helping allied and partner nations combat COVID-19 across two continents.
Read More» Release of U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19
In collaboration with U.S. departments and agencies, the Department of State is releasing the U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19.
Read More» Readout of First Lady Melania Trump’s Call with Ms. Carrie Symonds of the United Kingdom
Today, First Lady Melania Trump spoke with Ms. Carrie Symonds of the United Kingdom. Mrs. Trump expressed well wishes for Ms. Symonds and Prime Minister Johnson.
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Coronavirus changes election logistics … not democracy
Despite the new coronavirus, the United States will hold its national election this year.
Read More» Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing, April 14, 2020
America is continuing to make critical progress in our war against the virus. Over the weekend, the number of daily new infections remained flat nationwide. Flat. Hospitalizations are slowing in hotspots like New York, New Jersey, Michigan, and Louisiana. This is clear evidence that our aggressive strategy to combat the virus is working and that …
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U.S. makes advances on COVID-19 vaccines
Several U.S. partnerships are already testing vaccines on humans — a major step toward showing the drug is safe and effective. Others are figuring out new ways to administer and deliver a vaccine when it’s ready.
Read More» Five national parks to visit virtually
The U.S. National Park Service partnered with Google to create 360-degree views of five national parks across the country so anyone can appreciate the wild beauty of the American landscape.
Read More» Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing, April 07, 2020
Members of the Coronavirus Task Force Hold a Press Briefing on April 07, 2020
Read More» America’s Fortune 500 take on COVID-19
Many of America’s most successful companies are giving money, supplies and know-how to take on the COVID-19 crisis at home and abroad.
Read More» Briefing With Coordinator for Counterterrorism
Today, the State Department has announced the designation of Russian Imperial Movement, or RIM, and members of its leadership as specially designated global terrorists – the first time in the history that the department has designated a racially or ethnically motivated terrorist group.
Read More» Updates on Health Impact and Assistance for American Citizens Abroad, April 06, 2020
Briefing With Dr. William Walters, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Operations, Bureau of Medical Services; Acting Assistant Secretary Alice Wells, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs; and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Ian Brownlee, Bureau of Consular Affairs On COVID-19: Updates on Health Impact and Assistance for American Citizens Abroad SPECIAL BRIEFING DR. WILLIAM WALTERS …
Read More» Executive Order On the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the US Telecommunications Sector
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Read More» Remarks by President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force in Press Briefing
The White House April 04, 2020 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 4:15 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: It’s a busy time. Very busy time. And let me begin by again expressing our support, solidarity, and love for the people of our great country. We’re fighting for you and we’re enduring all of this together. And …
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SelectUSA Investment Summit Rescheduled to June 2021
SELECTUSA INVESTMENT SUMMIT RESCHEDULED June 6-9, 2021 Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C. Given the uncertainty facing a large number of public events around the world due to the progression of COVID-19, the SelectUSA Investment Summit has been rescheduled to take place on June 6-9, 2021, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C. More details including …
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To count everyone, U.S. census is in many languages
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press
Secretary Pompeo’s remarks including on Venezuela, repatriation of American citizens, Honduras, COVID-19 humanitarian assistance followed by Q&A. Remarks MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. March 31, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good morning, everyone. It’s great to see you all. I hope everybody’s keeping safe, healthy. I want to talk about two important topics today. …
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Secretary Pompeo’s Call with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss Transatlantic cooperation and the upcoming NATO Foreign Ministerial. Secretary Pompeo emphasized U.S. support for NATO and the importance of Transatlantic unity.
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FACT SHEET: The United States is Leading the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19
U.S. government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health assistance response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are mobilizing all necessary resources to respond rapidly, both at home and abroad. As part of this comprehensive and generous U.S. response, the State Department and USAID are providing an initial investment of nearly $274 million in emergency health …
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U.S. Scientists Work Tirelessly on Coronavirus Vaccines
U.S. innovators are rushing to combat the new coronavirus, with vaccines already in development and new treatment options being tested in the United States and Asia.
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U.S. commits millions to combat coronavirus
The United States has pledged to spend up to $100 million in existing funds to combat the coronavirus disease COVID-19 overseas, demonstrating continued U.S. leadership in the global fight against infectious diseases.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK March 30, 2020
Effective March 18, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in London and Consulates General in Edinburgh and Belfast have suspended routine consular services.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK March 27, 2020
Effective March 18, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in London and Consulates General in Edinburgh and Belfast have suspended routine consular services.
Read More» Remarks by President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force in Press Briefing
Remarks President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force in Press Briefing The White House March 18, 2020 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:06 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. I would like to begin by announcing some important developments in our war against the Chinese virus. …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK March 25, 2020
Effective March 18, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in London and Consulates General in Edinburgh and Belfast have suspended routine consular services.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK March 18, 2020
Effective March 18, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in London and Consulates General in Edinburgh and Belfast have suspended routine consular services.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press
As you all know, the Trump administration continues to put an enormous amount of energy into combating the Wuhan virus and protecting the American people. We’re highly engaged here at the State Department on that critical mission. I’ll talk about that a bit and happy to take some questions as well about what we’re doing …
Read More» Call to Action to the Tech Community on New Machine Readable COVID-19 Dataset
Today, researchers released the COVID-19 Open Research Dataset (CORD-19) of scholarly literature about COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, and the Coronavirus group.
Read More» G7 Leaders’ Statement
In facing the economic challenge, we are determined not only to restore the level of growth anticipated before the COVID-19 pandemic but also to build the foundation for stronger future growth.
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Remarks by President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force
Remarks by President Trump, Vice President Pence, and Members of the Coronavirus Task Force in Press Briefing The White House Healthcare March 15, 2020 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 5:15 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Beautiful day outside. And I think we have some great things to talk about. I’ll start by discussing the …
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Proclamation on the Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting Coronavirus
Given the importance of protecting persons within the United States from the threat of this harmful communicable disease, I have determined that it is in the interests of the United States to take action to restrict and suspend the entry into the United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, of all aliens who were physically present within the United Kingdom, excluding overseas …
Read More» Swing states keep campaigns guessing
While each major U.S. political party has many states it counts on winning in November’s presidential election, a handful of states are too close to call.
Read More» Announcement of Mick Mulvaney as Special Envoy to Northern Ireland
U.S. Special Envoys have facilitated the negotiation and implementation of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement, which had the main goal of bringing an end to violence, and ensuring self-determination, peace, and reconciliation. To that end, the U.S. Administration remains fully committed.
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Secretary Michael R. Pompeo On the Release of the 2019 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices
The 2019 Human Rights Report honors those I’ve named and who have paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting for freedom and for human dignity. It’s a service to those punished for their beliefs and those who continue the fight.
Read More» President Donald J. Trump Has Taken Unprecedented Steps To Respond To The Coronavirus And Protect The Health And Safety Of Americans
Together we are putting into policy a plan to prevent, detect, treat and create a vaccine against coronavirus to save lives in America and the world. America will get it done! President Donald J. Trump White House Fact Sheet March 11, 2020 RESTRICTING TRAVEL FROM IMPACTED AREAS: President Donald J. Trump is taking further …
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Joint Statement by the FM of China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the 50th Anniversary of the NPT
Joint Statement by the FM of China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the 50th Anniversary of the NPT
Read More» Coronavirus: U.S. in action
The U.S. has deployed a “whole-of-America approach” to protect citizens against the coronavirus, with federal, state and local governments, as well as private businesses, banding together to fight the disease, Vice President Pence said.
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We are holding an Auction!
The United States Embassy London, United Kingdom is selling surplus property including the following government owned vehicle via web based online auction.
Read More» Statement by Spokesperson, Morgan Ortagus: New Humanitarian Assistance for the Syria Crisis Response
Today in Turkey, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Kelly Craft, announced $108 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Syria in response to the ongoing crisis caused by Assad regime, Russian, and Iranian forces. This includes nearly $56 million from the State Department’s Bureau of Population…
Read More» Press Briefing by Vice President Pence and Members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force
The White House Press Briefings March 04, 2020 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 5:28 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: We just completed another meeting of the White House Coronavirus Task Force. It’s been a very busy and productive day here at the White House. President Donald Trump has no higher priority than the …
Read More» Astronomers spot record-breaking black hole explosion
“This record-breaking, gargantuan eruption came from a black hole in a distant galaxy cluster hundreds of millions of light-years away,” NASA said February 27.
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Call with UK Foreign Secretary Raab
The Secretary and Foreign Secretary also spoke about preparations to launch negotiations on a robust U.S.-UK free trade agreement. They discussed the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak and the measures the United States and the UK are taking to help combat the outbreak in coordination with international partners U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson READOUT …
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Why Tuesday will be ‘Super’ in the U.S.
The U.S. presidential race enters a new phase on March 3. It’s like the difference between sipping tea and drinking from a fire hydrant.
Read More» Proclamation on the Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting Coronavirus
Given the importance of protecting persons within the United States from the threat of this harmful communicable disease, I have determined that it is in the interests of the United States to take action to restrict and suspend the entry into the United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, of all aliens who were physically present …
Read More» Next Steps Toward a U.S. Agreement with the Taliban
The United States and the Taliban have been engaged in extensive talks to facilitate a political settlement to end the war in Afghanistan, reduce United States and Allied Forces presence, and ensure that no terrorist group ever uses Afghan soil to threaten the United States or our allies.
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Earth at Night: Amazing photos from NASA
Nighttime photographs from NASA show how humans and natural phenomena light up the darkness, and how and why scientists have observed Earth’s night lights for more than four decades, the space agency said.
Read More» Senior State Department Official On State Department 2019 Successes on Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Issues
Senior State Department Official On State Department 2019 Successes on Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Issues
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A monument to U.S. women’s right to vote turns 100
Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton dedicated their lives to the cause of women’s suffrage — the legal right for women to vote in the United States.
Read More» Interview with Special Representative for Syria Engagement & Special Envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Ambassador Jeffrey
Interview with Special Representative for Syria Engagement and Special Envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Ambassador James F. Jeffrey with Deniz Kilislioglu of NTV (Turkey) Interview Ankara, Turkey February 12, 2020 Question: You have done with all your meetings with Turkish officials, and we know that it is a mess, a [loop]. We …
Read More» State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) FY 2021 Budget Request
The President’s FY 2021 Budget requests nearly $41 billion for the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development enabling both agencies to protect U.S. citizens, increase American prosperity, and advance the development of democratic societies.
Read More» Federal government: More than the White House and Congress
The U.S. Federal government contains more than the White House and Congress.
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Political polling 101
Politicians, media and research groups spend scads of money each election to poll the public about whom they will vote for. Despite all the money and technology used, sometimes the results are a surprise.
Read More» Urgent Information for Visa Applicants Regarding Novel Coronavirus
Entry of aliens who were present in China, excluding the Special Autonomous Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, within 14 days prior to their arrival at the port of entry in the United States is suspended, per Presidential Proclamation
Read More» How caucuses work
Today the Iowa caucuses mark the start of the 2020 election cycle in the United States. If you’re not sure what that means in U.S. politics, here’s Professor Brox from Tulane University to explain.
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United States Welcomes the EU’s Acknowledgement of the Unacceptable Risks Posed by Untrusted 5G Suppliers
We call on our European allies and partners to implement the EU recommendations by adopting strong, risk-based security measures that exclude high-risk suppliers from all parts of their 5G networks.
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President Donald J. Trump’s Vision for Peace, Prosperity, and a Brighter Future for Israel and the Palestinian People
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.
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Save the date for the 2020 SelectUSA Investment Summit
The next SelectUSA Investment Summit returns to the Washington Hilton on June 1-3, 2020. The 2020 Investment Summit will build on the success of 2019, including a return of the SelectUSA Tech program, Industry Row, and the dynamic mobile networking app. Topics ranging from infrastructure to workforce development will once again feature prominent industry experts …
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Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to the U.K., Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan
Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to the U.K., Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan
Read More» Designation of IRGC Commander Shahvarpour for Gross Human Rights Violations During Protests
Yesterday, the Department of State designated Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Brigadier General Hassan Shahvarpour, Khuzestan Province’s Vali Asr Commander, for his involvement in gross violations of human rights against protestors during the November protests in Mahshahr, Iran.
Read More» Special Representative Brian Hook On-Camera Briefing in the Press Briefing Room
Special Representative for Iran and Senior Advisor to the Secretary Brian Hook will hold an on-camera, on-the-record briefing TODAY, January 17, at 10:15 a.m. in the Press Briefing Room at the Department of State.
Read More» LIVESTREAM: President Trump Delivers Remarks to the Media – 11 AM EST
LIVESTREAM: 11:00 AM EST – January 8, 2020
Read More» Statement by the Department of Defense
At the direction of the President, the U.S. military has taken decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel abroad by killing Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force, a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. General Soleimani was actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members in Iraq and throughout the …
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Trump Highlights Progress During Thanksgiving Visit to Troops in Afghanistan
President Donald J. Trump highlighted the sacrifices and grit of U.S. service members fighting against extremism by visiting Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, for Thanksgiving. The president also met with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani at the U.S. Air Force headquarters on the base. He then spoke to more than a thousand service members at a hangar on …
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Pompeo: Modern slavery has no place in the world
Human trafficking remains a pressing, dire issue that the U.S. government is committed to eradicating. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo announced that the U.S. Department of State will invest an additional $25 million in the Program to End Modern Slavery, a targeted effort to reduce the prevalence of human trafficking in specific countries or …
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Eagle Express
The Eagle Express is the U.S. Embassy London’s weekly newsletter.
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5G: Who can you trust?
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? What about stolen business secrets …
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Statement from the President on the Death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
Last night, the United States brought the world’s number one terrorist leader to justice. Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead. He was the founder and leader of ISIS, the most ruthless and violent terror organization in the World. The United States has been searching for Baghdadi for many years. Capturing or killing Baghdadi has been the …
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Religious freedom around the world
The United States will always fight for religious freedom across the globe. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo notes that more than 80 percent of people live where religious freedom is suppressed or denied entirely. “Religious freedom is a foundational American value,” Pompeo said at the 2019 Ministerial To Advance Religious Freedom. “It is a universal and unalienable …
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U.S. Announces $1.21 Billion to Support Blue Economy
Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach announced the United States’ 23 new commitments valued at 1.21 billion dollars to promote sustainable fisheries; combat marine debris; and support marine science, observation, and exploration. The primary focus of Our Ocean conferences is for invitees to announce significant, new voluntary actions …
Read More» The United States and the United Kingdom Host 16th International Strategic Trade Controls and Border Security Conference in Edinburgh
The United States and the United Kingdom are hosting the 16th International Strategic Trade Controls and Border Security Conference in Edinburgh October 22-24, 2019. This conference brings together more than 200 export control and border security practitioners from 85 partner countries involved in dual-use and conventional arms policy, licensing, and enforcement to promote the development …
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Buzz Aldrin’s Son Comes to the UK to Inspire Students
It was an out-of-this-world honor to welcome Dr. Andy Aldrin, son of astronaut Buzz Aldrin, to the Embassy! He came to the UK to inspire students interested in STEM-related careers. We asked Andy Aldrin what went through his mind as a young boy watching his dad walk on the moon. (Spoiler: it might not be …
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How to Prepare for Brexit
Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding Turkey’s Actions in Northeast Syria
I will soon be issuing an Executive Order authorizing the imposition of sanctions against current and former officials of the Government of Turkey and any persons contributing to Turkey’s destabilizing actions in northeast Syria. Likewise, the steel tariffs will be increased back up to 50 percent, the level prior to reduction in May. The United …
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U.S. And UK Sign Landmark Cross-Border Data Access Agreement to Combat Criminals and Terrorists Online
U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr and UK Home Secretary Priti Patel signed the world’s first ever CLOUD Act Agreement. The ceremony took place at the British Ambassador’s residence in Washington D.C. on Thursday, October 3, 2019. Read more
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Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Johnson of the United Kingdom Before Bilateral Meeting
Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Johnson of the United Kingdom Before Bilateral Meeting
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What does a U.S. representative to the U.N. do?
Ambassador Kelly Craft presented her credentials to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on September 12 as the new U.S. permanent representative to the United Nations, popularly known as “the U.N. ambassador.”
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World Travel Market (WTM) and Travel Forward 2019
Taking place from November 4-6, 2019 at the ExCel Conference Center in London, World Travel Market (WTM) and Travel Forward will gather over 60,000 visitors with travel suppliers, tour operators, media, technology providers, and technology buyers from around the globe. WTM will also be celebrating 40 years in 2019! The Commercial Service UK is working to promote the U.S. …
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To prepare for Mars, NASA travels to Iceland
In preparation for a 2020 mission to Mars, NASA is pretending Iceland is the Red Planet. Scientists from NASA are assessing that country’s sediments, glaciers, river systems and other features, which are similar to environments on Mars.
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Defence & Security Equipment International 2019 (DSEI)
Defence & Security Equipment International (DSEI) is the world leading platform for innovative launches across the whole of the defense and security sector.
Read More» Readout of U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper’s Visit to London, United Kingdom
U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper visited London where he reaffirmed the vital and strategically important defense relationship between the two nations in bilateral engagements with Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace, Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs Dominic Raab, and National Security Adviser and Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill. U.S. …
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Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Lord Mayor’s International Trade Dinner
Ladies and gentlemen, I stand before you today grateful that that special relationship exists and grateful to say that the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom has never been stronger. The White House Remarks Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Lord Mayor’s International Trade Dinner Guildhall London, United Kingdom …
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The United States will not remain party to a treaty that is deliberately violated by Russia. Russia’s noncompliance under the treaty jeopardizes U.S. supreme interests as Russia’s development and fielding of a treaty-violating missile system represents a direct threat to the United States and our allies and partners. The United States greatly appreciates the steadfast …
Read More» Statement from the Press Secretary on President Trump’s call with Prime Minister Johnson
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Do you want to study in the U.S.? Would you like to experience life as an America college student? Gain an insider’s perspective on higher education in the United States while also getting the opportunity to experience and enjoy campus life during your school holidays! If you are an international high school student (ages 15-17), …
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So the reason we’re going is you’ve all seen the reports that there have been escalating – information that indicates that Iran is escalating their activity. I wanted to go to Baghdad to speak with the leadership there, to assure them that we stood ready to continue to ensure that Iraq was a sovereign, independent …
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It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of Senator Richard Lugar on April 28. Senator Lugar is well known for his contributions to the diplomatic history of the United States, particularly in the field of non-proliferation.
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The world has changed. The geopolitical circumstances have certainly changed. New weapons, new technology, the methods of warfare are different. But what has – fundamentally has not changed and will not change is the massive need for leadership, both military and civilian, both here at home and abroad. Leaders’ defining qualities haven’t changed much either. …
Read More» Department of State Submits 2019 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report
The U.S. Department of State submitted the 2019 edition of the annual International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) to Congress today. This two-volume, Congressionally-mandated report assesses foreign governments’ efforts to reduce illicit drug production, trafficking and use, as well as their work to counter drug trafficking-related money laundering.
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Good morning, everyone. Today I’m making two announcements about the State Department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that U.S. taxpayer dollars are not used to subsidize or promote abortions.
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Joint Statement on the Eighth Anniversary of the Syrian Conflict
Eight years ago today, tens of thousands of Syrians took to the streets to claim the right to express themselves freely, call for reform, and demand justice. The Assad regime’s brutal response, and role in the conflict that followed, resulted in the largest humanitarian crisis since World War II.
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A video message from Special Advisor for Religious Minorities in the Near East and South/Central Asia Knox Thames.
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The United States has fully adhered to the INF Treaty for more than 30 years, but we will not remain constrained by its terms while Russia misrepresents its actions. We cannot be the only country in the world unilaterally bound by this treaty, or any other. We will move forward with developing our own military …
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Russia has not, unfortunately, honored the agreement, so we’re going to terminate the agreement. We’re going to pull out The White House February 01, 2019 RESTORING ACCOUNTABILITY TO ARMS CONTROL: President Donald J. Trump is taking decisive action to hold Russia accountable for its violation of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty. Violations must have …
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Secretary of State Pompeo said “[Such] scenes of misery are now the norm in Nicolas Maduro’s Venezuela, where millions of children are suffering from malnutrition and starvation thanks to a socialist experiment that caused the economy to collapse.”
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND PRIME MINISTER MAY OF THE UNITED KINGDOM IN JOINT PRESS CONFERENCE Chequers Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom 1:52 P.M. BST PRIME MINISTER MAY: Well, good afternoon. And I’m pleased to welcome the President of the United States to Chequers today on his first official visit to the United Kingdom. No …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 10 August 2016
Today’s topics: U.S. Women at the Olympics / Blue energy / U.S. Army ‘Mad Scientist’ program / China human rights / Helping Libya against ISIL U.S. Women at the Olympics 10 August 2016 U.S. women a major force at the Olympics For the second straight Olympics, women athletes outnumber men on the U.S. Olympic team, 292 to 262. In fact, the 2016 Team …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 03 August 2016
Today’s topics: Happy birthday State Department / Past Olympians / Murder of journalist Pavel Sheremet / North Korean missile launch / Anti-ISIL Efforts in Libya and Iraq Sporting Greats of Past Olympics 02 August 2016 U.S. Olympic standouts: A look back in photos As the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro bring us new heroes from around the world, we’re taking …
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U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 26 July 2016
Today’s topics: Scotland holiday closure / Free State of Jones / Millennial voting / Gymnastics at Rio Olympics / Munich attack / Restoring vision / DoD on Counter-ISIL Efforts Scotland Holiday The U.S. Consulate-General in Edinburgh , Scotland, will be CLOSED on Monday, 01 August 2016 for the Scottish Summer Bank Holiday . The Consulate will re-open the next business day, on Tuesday 02 …
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U.S. Policy Update for Thursday, 21 July 2016
Today’s topics: Cuba update / Turkey / Solar power / Telehealth / Carter on counter-ISIL fight Cuba 1 Year On 20 July 2016 A year of strengthening Cuba-U.S. ties Though separated by just 140 kilometers of water, the United States and Cuba have endured strained relations for more than half a century. In 2015, the two countries began to chart a new …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 20 July 2016
Today’s topics: Secretary Kerry Meets PM Theresa May, UK’s Johnson / Iraq Pledging / Anti-ISIL update / U.S. Elections FAQs Secretary Kerry Meets PM Theresa May, UK’s Johnson Secretary Kerry traveled to London, 18–19 July where he attended multilateral meetings on Yemen and Syria. He also met with U.K Prime Minister Theresa May at 10 …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 13 July 2016
Today’s topics: Iraq Campaign update / South China sea territorial claims / THAAD deployment in South Korea / NATO Warsaw summit / NATO Summit Summary 09 July 2016 Landmark NATO Summit in Warsaw draws to a close NATO’s Summit in Warsaw concluded on Saturday (9 July 2016), following two days of decisions to strengthen the Alliance’s deterrence and defence, and plans to …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 11 July 2016
Today’s topics: Farnborough International Airshow / Treasury’s Lew travel to UK / South China Sea / Open Disclosure Law changes Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) The Farnborough International Airshow 2016 is a biennial international trade fair for the aerospace industry to demonstrate both civilian and military aircraft to potential customers and investors. The show was first …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 21 June 2016
Today’s topics: SelectUSA 2016 summit / Kerry with Angelina Jolie Pitt on refugees / Alert for possible N. Korea missile launch / Silicon Valley / Security networks SelectUSA2016 This years’ SelectUSA summit will be held in Washington D.C., on 19-21 June 2016. This Summit is the highest-profile event promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the …
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U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 20 June 2016
Today’s topics: World Refugee Day / LGBTI/ Arms Control/ Defense World Refugee Day, June 20 20 June 2016 These celebrities and leaders stand #WithRefugees. Will you join them? What do actors Benedict Cumberbatch and Scarlett Johannson, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and supermodel and former refugee Alek Wek have in common? They all are taking part in a U.N. video to show their solidarity to help the …
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U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 14 June 2016
Today’s topics: Condolences for Orlando Shootings / The meaning of LGBTI / Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty Prepcom / Ukraine energy diversification / Condolences for Orlando Shootings The U.S. Embassy joins all those worldwide in expressing their condolences to the families and victims of the horrific Orlando shootings. If you would like to leave …
Read More»U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 13 June 2016
Today’s topics: Orlando shootings / Automated passport control at U.S. airports / upcoming U.S. Supreme Court rulings / DoD’s “Force of the Future” Orlando Shootings (Updated 14 June 2016) Condolence message from TRH The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall 14 June 2016 13 June 2016 Orlando Shooting Renews Focus on How to Identify, Stop Extremist Attacks Attacks like Sunday’s …
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U.S. Policy Update for Friday 10 June , 2016
Today’s topics: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II / LGBT/ Muhammad Ali Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 9 June 2016 On the Occasion of the Official Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Secretary John Kerry: On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer our best wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and all the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and …
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U.S. Policy Update for 06 June 2016
Today’s topics: U.S.–China Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED) / Ramadan / Russia / Economy / Ramadan 05 June 2016 The White House Office of the Press Secretary Statement by the President on the Occasion of Ramadan As another new moon heralds the start of the holy month of Ramadan, Michelle and I extend our best wishes to Muslims across the United States and around the world. 05 June 2016 On …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Friday, 03 June 2016
Today’s topics: Country Reports on Terrorism 2015 / US-EU eHealth project / DoD’s carter to Shangri-La conference / Clean Energy Ministerial / New Foreign Relations books digitized / Country Reports on Terrorism 2015 The Country Reports on Terrorism are submitted in compliance with Title 22 of the United States Code, Section 2656f (the “Act”), which …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 01 June 2016
Today’s topics: NATO’s Warsaw summit / Announcing third “Our Ocean” conference / Preview of Strategic&Economic Dialogue with China / Asia Security Summit NATO 31 May 2016 NATO Secretary General previews Warsaw Summit in speech at Warsaw University At the Warsaw Summit, the Alliance will also seek a new level of cooperation with its partners, especially the European Union, on issues such as …
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U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 31 May 2016
Today’s topics: Memorial Day / Failed North Korea missile launch / UN Peacekeepers / Life in Fallujah under ISIL Memorial Day Holiday 30 May 2016 Remarks by President Obama on Memorial Day, 2016 28 May 2016 President Obama’s Weekly Address: Remembering Our Fallen Heroes In this week’s address, President Obama solemnly reflected on the meaning of Memorial Day and recognized …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Friday, 27 May 2016
Today’s topics: Embassy & Consulate Closure / Memorial Day / G7 in Japan / DoD Budget Uncertainty Embassy & Consulate Holiday Closure The U.S. Embassy in London, and our our Consulates-General in Belfast and in Edinburgh will be CLOSED on Monday, 30 May 2016 for the U.S. Memorial Day / UK Spring Bank holidays. In an emergency involving a …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Thursday, 26 May 2016
Today’s topics: Return of Nadiya Savchenko / Silk as a Biodegradable plastic / DoD HQ Restructuring / New terrorist designations / Countering Violent Extremism / Nadiya Savchenko 26 May 2016 Analyst: Savchenko Release Shows Russia Wants Negotiations (VOA News) Russia’s release of Ukrainian pilot Nadiya Savchenko, exchanged for two Russian servicemen, was welcomed by rights groups and supporters. They maintain her …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 25 May 2016
Today’s topics: Vietnam / Hiroshima / World Humanitarian Summit / Vietnam 24 May 2016 Remarks by President Obama in Address to the People of Vietnam President Obama: Xin chào! (Applause.) Xin chào Vietnam! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you so much. To the government and the people of Vietnam, thank you for this very warm welcome and the hospitality that you have shown to me …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 24 May 2016
Today’s topics: Combating Wildlife trafficking in Vietnam / Criminal Justice Reform / DoD, NATO on death of Mullah Mansur / Antiquities trade Stoppping Illegal Trade in Antiquities 24 May 2016 Stopping the Black Market in Antiquities Terrorists in Syria don’t just take sledgehammers to ancient temples and sculptures at cultural heritage sites they have overrun: They sell them. …
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U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 23 May 2016
Today’s topics: Death of Taliban leader / Obama in Vietnam / China / Turkey’s constitutional amendment / Ukraine battles financial crime / Russian oppression / Satellite tech in climate research White House on Death of Taliban Leader 23 May 2016 Statement by the President on the Death of Taliban Leader Mansur Today marks an important milestone in our longstanding effort to bring peace and prosperity to …
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U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 17 May 2016
Today’s topics: Libya Ministerial / Syrian update / Oregon / DoD on Asia-Pacific & Counter-ISIL / Iraq offensive against ISIL / Memorial Day weekend Libya 16 May 2016 Secretary Kerry’s Remarks at the Libya Ministerial, Vienna, Austria “As the communique that we produced earlier makes clear, it is imperative to put the international community’s full weight behind the Government of National …
Read More» U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 09 May 2016
Today’s topics: UK School visits / Stonewall uprising & LGBT rights / New EUCOM commander / U.S. and Europe / Kerry’s Upcoming London trip / Obama on the economy UK School Visits 09 May 2016 School Talks on the U.S. Deb MacLean, a Press Officer of the U.S. Embassy in London, visited several UK schools over the …
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U.S. Policy Update for Friday, 29 April 2016
Today’s topics: Embassy Closure / Airstrike on hospital in Syria / Vietnam War symposium / Malaria / Holocaust museum UK Bank Holiday Closures The U.S. Embassy in London and our Consulates General Belfast and Edinburgh , will be closed, on Monday, 2nd May 2016, for the UK Bank holiday . Offices will re-open on Tuesday, 3rd May. U.S. …
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U.S. Policy Update for Thursday, 28 April 2016
Today’s topics: Jazz / 2016 Olympics / Climate Change / ISIL / POTUS travels Jazz 27 April 2016 The USA is still a birthplace for jazz greats Rock, rap and hip-hop may rule the charts, but jazz, with roots in the spirituals of African-American slaves, is still America’s gift to the world. “There is no better example of democracy than a jazz …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 27 April 2016
Today’s topics: U.S. Elections / White House news / Climate change Capacity-Building Initiative / U.S. $20 bill / DoD’s Dunford on countering Extremism U.S. Elections 26 April 2016 The rise of the independent voter The United States has two major political parties: Democratic and Republican. Ask an American voter which one she or he sides with, and the most …
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U.S. Policy Update for Monday, 25 April 2016
Today’s topics: Obama-Cameron press conference / Paris Climate Change Agreement / State Dept news / South Sudan peace process / DoD News President Obama in London 22 April 2016 Remarks by the President Obama and Prime Minister Cameron in Joint Press Conference : We are so bound together that nothing is going to impact the emotional and cultural and intellectual affinities between our two countries. So …
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U.S. Policy Update for Tuesday, 19 April 2016
Today’s topics: Obama’s London trip / Boston Marathon / British Defense Procurement Minister visits U.S. / Kansas / State Dept travel President Obama’s London Trip 19 April 2016 Statement by the Press Secretary on the President’s Travel to the United Kingdom As part of the President’s upcoming travel to the United Kingdom, First Lady Michelle Obama will join President Obama for a private lunch hosted by …
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U.S. Policy Update for Friday, 15 April 2016
Today’s topics: President Obama’s London trip / Foreign Aid / Anti-ISIL efforts / Zika virus / new VOA Director President Obama’s London Trip 16 March 2016 Statement by the Press Secretary on the President’s Travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom “The President will then travel to the United Kingdom, where he will be received by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle for a private lunch. …
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U.S. Policy Update for Wednesday, 13 April 2016
Today’s topics: Washington D.C. / Blinken on WMD / White house press brief including London trip / Kerry at Pacific Council White House News 12 April 2016 Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest, 4/12/2016 ( London trip, Panama Papers, Brexit, Brazil’s President Rousseff, IMF and economy): “Well, we’ll obviously have more to say about this later in the week as we …
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Remarks by the President at Islamic Society of Baltimore
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release February 03, 2016 THE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon. And, Sabah, thank you for the wonderful introduction and for your example — your devotion to your faith and your education, and your service to others. You’re an inspiration. You’re going to be a fantastic doctor. And I suspect, Sabah, your …
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Carter Opens All Military Occupations, Positions to Women
By Cheryl Pellerin DoD News, Defense Media Activity Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced today that beginning in January 2016, all military occupations and positions will be open to women, without exception. For the first time in U.S. military history, as long as they qualify and meet specific standards, the secretary said women will be able …
Read More» Myths and Facts: Resettling Syrian Refugees
November 25, 2015 Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC Myth: All Syrian refugees are dangerous. Fact: 2,234 Syrian refugees have been admitted to the United States since October 1, 2010 (the beginning of fiscal year 2011), and only after the most extensive level of security screening of any category of traveler to …
Read More» On International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC 25 November 2015 Today we celebrate the many stories of courageous and bold action to end gender-based violence— the nuns helping people escape sex trafficking, the men in Argentina teaching boys in football clubs to treat women with respect, the businesswomen in Detroit raising money to …
Read More» Department of Justice Announces Major Computer Hacking Forum Dismantled
As Part of Coordinated Law Enforcement Efforts in 20 Countries, United States Charges 12 Defendants in Connection with Computer Fraud Conspiracy (This press release originally appeared on the U.S. Department of Justice website ) The computer hacking forum known as Darkode was dismantled, and criminal charges have been filed in the Western District of Pennsylvania and elsewhere against 12 individuals …
Read More» DoD’s Carter: Rebalance Continues America’s Historic Role in Asia-Pacific
28 May 2015 (This article originally appeared on the Department of Defense website ) By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. DoD News Defense Media Activity America’s rebalance to the Asia-Pacific is a continuation of its pivotal role over the past 70 years in helping ensure prosperity in the region, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said yesterday. Speaking …
Read More» Welsh flag flies proudly from New York Stock Exchange in celebration of St David’s Day
Welsh flag flies proudly from New York Stock Exchange in celebration of St David’s Day (via WalesOnline) The Welsh flag flew proudly from the financial capital of the world as First Minister Carywn Jones visited the New York Stock Exchange ahead of St David’s Day.
Read More» United States and United Kingdom Law Enforcement Share Forfeited Proceeds
U.S. Embassy, London October 16, 2014 018-14 @USAinUKPress In 2005, United Kingdom (UK) authorities began a financial investigation targeting a Dubai, UAE-based money laundering network after drug investigations determined that the organization was providing illicit financial services to multiple, otherwise unrelated, Drug Trafficking Organizations throughout Europe. This effort evolved into a bilateral joint investigation …
Read More» Welcoming the athletes of the Invictus Games to Winfield House
Athletes from the military of countries around the world, including the USA and the UK, gathered at Winfield House for a special reception on Tuesday 9th September ahead of the start of the Invictus Games 2014 in London. Ambassador Matthew Barzun was joined by HRH Prince Harry, organiser of the Games, and the American band, …
Read More» David S. Cohen at the Royal United Services Institute
U.S. Treasury Department Office of Public Affairs LONDON – Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to join you today to discuss the intersection of transnational organized crime and illicit finance, and to join the conversation about what we can and should be doing to combat this threat. I would especially like to thank the Royal …
Read More» New York celebrates Wales with First Minister Carwyn Jones
New York celebrates Wales with First Minister Carwyn Jones (via Wales.gov.uk) The British Consulate General New York hosted a reception to promote Welsh business, tourism, and culture and celebrate the national holiday of Wales, St David’s Day.
Read More» First Minister launches Welsh caucus on Capitol Hill
First Minister launches Welsh caucus on Capitol Hill (via Wales.gov.uk) Wales will have a powerful voice at the heart of the United States Government thanks to a new caucus launched on Capitol Hill by First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones.
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