U.S. Statement at the Trade Policy Review of Costa Rica
Ambassador Shea: "We commend Costa Rica for the importance it has placed on trade liberalization and integration into the global economy as a means to…
International Day of Democracy
On this International Day of Democracy, we reflect on our nation’s unwavering commitment to the unalienable rights that create the foundation of our democracy.
Condemning the Former Maduro and Iranian Regimes’ Propaganda at the UN Human Rights Council
The United States remains committed to supporting the people of Venezuela and Iran. Those in power can allow for a future of freedom and prosperity…
The U.S. Joins the Interim Government of Venezuela and Other Countries in Invoking the TIAR
The U.S. joins the Interim Government of Venezuela and ten other countries in invoking the Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance (TIAR).
United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Response to Venezuelan Regional Crisis
Deputy Secretary John Sullivan and United States Agency for International Development Administrator Mark Green announced September 4 in Cúcuta, Colombia more than $120 million in…
CITES Conference of the Parties: Comment by OES Senior Advisor Jon Harrison
Under the leadership of President Trump, the United States government has been a world leader in efforts to stop the devastating criminal trafficking in wildlife.
U.S. Leadership at International Convention Supports Conservation Gains for Wildlife and Plant Speci
U.S. government leaders, working tirelessly with more than 150 nations, recently forged critical agreements supporting conservation of wildlife and plant species subject to international trade.
Closing Statement by Margaret Everson at the CITES Conference of the Parties
On behalf of the United States Government and the President, I want to thank the Secretariat and the Swiss Government for their hospitality and flexibility…
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo “Celebrating Americanism in Our Foreign Policy” at the American
Americanism means recognizing that America is an exceptional nation. We’re the first nation founded on an idea that government’s proper purpose is to protect unalienable…
U.S. Closing Statement at the Third Global Meeting of Wildlife Enforcement Networks
Today, many speakers highlighted new tools, methods, and approaches for combating wildlife trafficking globally.
International Commitment to Protect Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
Today we mark the first International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. This day serves as a reminder…
U.S. Opening Statement at the Third Global Meeting of Wildlife Enforcement Networks
I am here today because wildlife trafficking undermines economic prosperity and communities’ livelihoods; it encourages corruption; it spreads disease; and it pushes species to the…
World Humanitarian Day
Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the tireless efforts of humanitarian workers, who every day risk their personal safety on behalf of people whose…
Statements by the United States at the August 15, 2019, DSB Meeting
Statements by the United States at the Meeting of the WTO Dispute Settlement Body.
Statement by Ambassador Wood: The Threats Posed by Russia and China to Security of the Outer Space E
The United States has explained in detail, many times our concerns about definitions and about verification related to objects in outer space and especially related…
Statements by the United States at the August 9, 2019, DSB Meeting
Statements by the United States at the Meeting of the WTO Dispute Settlement Body.
Ambassador Robert Wood’s CD Remarks on Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty
Ambassador Wood: "One of the essential steps toward the ultimate goal of a world without nuclear weapons is an end to the production of fissile…
U.S. Withdrawal from the INF Treaty on August 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…
