The United States anticipates processing up to 310,000 refugees and asylum seekers in Fiscal Year 2019. We propose resettling up to 30,000 refugees under the new refugee ceiling, as well as processing more than 280,000 asylum seekers.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 18 September, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
The Mission will never forget the support of Genevans and members of the international community here in the days after the attacks. Flowers, candles, and messages of solidarity were left at our gates, reflecting an overwhelming spirit of unity.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Today, oral proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) began in The Hague on an application for provisional measures in a case brought by Iran against the United States, Alleged Violations of the 1955 Treaty of Amity, Economic Relations, and Consular Rights. Iran’s filing with the ICJ is an attempt to interfere with the ...
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 28 August, 2018 | Topics: International Security, Near East & North Africa, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the commitment and dedication of humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to serve those in need, and we honor those who have lost their lives to protect the world’s most vulnerable people.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 19 August, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, Humanitarian Affairs, News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Humanitarian Affairs, Michael R. Pompeo
The 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report is available in PDF and HTML formats.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, Humanitarian Affairs, News, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Humanitarian Affairs, Michael R. Pompeo
Remarks by Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State and Nikki Haley, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Treaty Room Washington, DC June 19, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon. The Trump administration is committed to protecting and promoting the God-given dignity and freedom of every human being. Every individual has rights that are inherent and inviolable. They are ...
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 21 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, Human Rights, Human Rights Council, Speeches, The U.S. and the U.N., U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo
On World Refugee Day, we join the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and our international partners in commemorating the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of refugees worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes due to persecution and conflict.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Humanitarian Affairs, Michael R. Pompeo
The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 1 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, Human Rights, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo
The United States condemns the fraudulent election that took place in Venezuela on May 20. This so-called “election” is an attack on constitutional order and an affront to Venezuela’s tradition of democracy. Until the Maduro regime restores a democratic path in Venezuela through free, fair, and transparent elections, the government faces isolation from the international ...
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, Human Rights, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo
Secretary Pompeo: "We'll continue to work with allies to counter the regime's destabilizing activities in the region, block their financing of terror, and address Iran's proliferation of missiles and other advanced weapons systems that threaten peace and stability. We will also ensure Iran has no path to a nuclear weapon -- not now, not ever. ...
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Arms Control, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Arms Control, Michael R. Pompeo
The United States stands for the protection of fundamental freedoms and universal human rights.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 17 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
As we exit the Iran deal, we will be working with our allies to find a real, comprehensive, and lasting solution to the Iranian threat.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: Arms Control, International Security, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy.
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By U.S. Mission Geneva | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
