Ambassador Shea’s Statement at the WTO Trade Negotiating Committee – Heads of Delegation
The United States associates itself with the joint statement on fisheries subsidies as delivered by Argentina. I want to use my time today to offer…
U.S. Statement to the Pledging Conference of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
The U.S. government pledges an initial $125 million towards this 2020 appeal. At the same time, we extend our gratitude to States who continue to…
U.S. Statement at the November 22, 2019, DSB Meeting, Reconvened on December 3
Statement by the United States at the November 22, 2019, DSB Meeting, Reconvened on December 3, 2019 - Agenda Item 7
U.S. General Statement at the 2019 BWC Meeting of States Parties
Ambassador Wood: "Mr. Chairman, the United States would like to see this Meeting of States Parties (MSP) adopt at least some modest decisions or recommendations…
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press
Secretary of State Pompeo spoke with the media on the terrorist attack in Kabul, China's repressive policies in Xinjiang, the ongoing protests in Iran and…
Ambassador Bremberg Delivers U.S. Statement at the 110th Session of the IOM Council
As members of the IOM Council, our challenge – and our charge throughout the coming year – is to be responsible stewards of this important…
U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Secretary Pompeo: "The United States recognizes the inherent dignity that every woman and girl possesses and is committed to defending the safety and security of…
Statements by the United States at the November 22, 2019, DSB Meeting
Statements by the United States at the Meeting of the WTO Dispute Settlement Body Delivered by Ambassador Dennis Shea, U.S. Permanent Representative to the World…
Remarks on the Impact of Rights in the World of Work
Assistant Secretary Destro: "I am honored to help the International Labor Organization celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first International Labor Conference, and pleased to be…
U.S. Statement at the WTO Meeting of the Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
Ambassador Dennis Shea: "In September 2016, at their summit in Hangzhou, China, G20 Leaders called for the establishment of a Global Forum on Steel Excess…
U.S. Statement at the Trade Policy Review of Lao PDR
The United States is pleased to participate in Lao PDR’s first ever Trade Policy Review since the 2013 WTO accession.
U.S. Statement at the Universal Periodic Review of Egypt
While recognizing the terrorism threat Egypt faces, we call upon the government to better counter that threat by easing restrictions on freedoms of expression, peaceful…
Ambassador Andrew Bremberg Presents his Credentials to Tatiana Valovaya UNOG Director-General
U.S. Mission Geneva is pleased to introduce Ambassador Andrew Bremberg, our new Permanent Representative to the UN and Other International Organizations in Geneva.
U.S. Statement on the Human Rights Situation in Iran
For decades, the Iranian regime has flagrantly violated its citizens’ human rights, targeting political and civil society activists as well as religious and ethnic minorities.
U.S. Statement at the Universal Periodic Review of Iran
We urge the government to allow the Special Rapporteur on Iran to visit the country and investigate existing practices.
Harassment of the Family Members of Uighur Activists and Survivors in Xinjiang, China
The United States remains deeply troubled by multiple reports that the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has harassed, imprisoned, or arbitrarily detained…
U.S. Statement at the Universal Periodic Review of Bolivia
We are deeply concerned by reported irregularities in Bolivia’s electoral process, including irregular vote counting, that undermine public confidence in the fairness of the most…
Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2020
Secretary Pompeo: "America’s support for refugees and other displaced people extends well beyond our immigration system."
