The United States welcomes today’s signing of a landmark $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant to the Government of Sierra Leone to boost access to electricity, to foster sustainable economic growth, and to improve the quality of life of its citizens. This grant, coupled with a voluntary contribution of $14.2 million from the Government […]
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Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases…Guinea-Bissau National Day hide Guinea-Bissau National Day Press Statement September 23, 2024 On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the people of Guinea-Bissau on the occasion of your 51st Independence Day. This day marks a milestone in your […]
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On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Belize on the 43rd anniversary of your independence. September 21 serves not only as an opportunity to recognize Belize’s independence, but also to celebrate the strong partnership between the United States and Belize. Our enduring bond is anchored […]
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On behalf of the United States of America, I send congratulations and warm wishes to the people of Armenia on your 34th Independence Day. As the first country to recognize Armenia’s independence, the United States is proud to continue to stand by Armenia as it becomes a thriving member in our community of democracies. Working […]
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On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my sincere congratulations to the people of Nepal as you celebrate Nepal’s Constitution Day on September 19. The United States greatly values our 77 years of friendship with Nepal. We are proud of our joint efforts to strengthen people-to-people ties, boost economic […]
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The United States is today imposing a broad array of accountability measures on a number of Georgian government officials and others who have undermined Georgia’s democracy and the human rights of the Georgian people. The United States has imposed sanctions on two Georgian government officials—Ministry of Internal Affairs Special Task Department Chief Zviad “Khareba” Kharazishvili […]
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On this International Day of Democracy, we celebrate democracy as the single most powerful tool for unleashing human potential and delivering results for people everywhere and underscore our commitment to safeguard and accelerate democratic renewal around the globe. In 2024, a historic number of elections are taking place, giving a record number of people around […]
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On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I congratulate the Nicaraguan people, in Nicaragua and elsewhere, as they celebrate 203 years of Independence. The United States recognizes the historical ties of friendship between our peoples and reaffirms our shared beliefs in opportunity, human dignity, and equality before the law. In this […]
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Edmundo González Urrutia remains an indisputable voice for peace and democratic change in Venezuela. His message of a democratic restoration in Venezuela has inspired the hopes and aspirations of the Venezuelan people and resulted in a powerful call for change in the July 28 presidential election. His departure from Venezuela is the direct result of […]
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On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, it is my pleasure to wish the people of Tajikistan a heartfelt congratulations as Tajikistan marks 33 years of independence on September 9. The United States remains steadfast in our commitment to supporting Tajikistan’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We are proud of the […]
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