Author: Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

The United States welcomes the resumption of humanitarian assistance deliveries through the Adré border crossing from Chad into Sudan and related diplomatic efforts to reopen emergency aid deliveries to famine-stricken portions of Darfur via the Dabbah Road from Port Sudan. The woeful lack of humanitarian aid access into Darfur over the past six months has […]

On behalf of the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Uruguay on the 199th anniversary of Uruguay’s independence. Through 157 years of diplomatic relations, we have built a deep partnership underpinned by our shared commitment to democracy, human rights, and shared prosperity. Our people share friendly ties strengthened through academic and […]

The ongoing humanitarian crisis and human rights abuses in Burma exacerbate difficulties faced by members of many of Burma’s ethnic and religious minority groups, and Rohingya in particular.  The United States stands with the survivors of the Rohingya genocide and is committed to providing life-saving assistance to affected members of Rohingya communities and those affected […]

The United States is building on its unprecedented sanctions campaign and imposing new costs on those supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine and its attempts to deny Ukraine’s unique cultural identity.  Today, one day ahead of the celebration of Ukrainian Independence Day, the United States is designating nearly 400 entities and individuals. As part of today’s actions, the Department of […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day. Despite Russia’s ongoing war of aggression, your courage remains unwavering. Today marks not only a celebration of your history and progress, but also a solemn reminder of the sacrifices you are making every day in defense of […]

This week we celebrated World Humanitarian Day to honor the daily sacrifice of all humanitarian aid workers who work in some of the world’s toughest places, often at great risk to their own safety, to provide aid and relief to the world’s most vulnerable and desperate populations. The United States honors their dedication, compassion, and […]

SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good afternoon, everyone.  This is now my ninth trip to the region since October 7th, and President Biden asked me to come back on this trip with two main goals in mind.  The first is to reaffirm the commitment of the United States to Israel’s security, and that’s a commitment that we’ve put […]

On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her selection as Thailand’s next prime minister.  The United States looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to further strengthen the enduring alliance and partnership between the United States and Thailand. With more than 190 years of shared history, the U.S.-Thai partnership […]

Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State On behalf of the United States, I congratulate the people of Gabon on the 64th anniversary of your independence. The United States stand ready to work directly with Gabon as it strives to diversify its economy, strengthen its maritime security, promote United States-Gabon trade, and counter illicit trafficking of […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend warm congratulations to Liechtenstein on the occasion of your National Day. As we celebrate the strong ties between our nations, the United States recognizes Liechtenstein’s steadfast commitment to human rights, economic integrity, and international cooperation.  We greatly appreciate Liechtenstein’s support for Ukrainian refugees and its […]