Côte d’Ivoire National Day On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate Côte d’Ivoire on 63 years of independence. The United States and Côte d’Ivoire share a special friendship grounded in our shared values. This partnership is brought to life by the collaboration of our two governments, our businesses, civil society and, most importantly, our people. …
Read More» Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerien President Bazoum READOUT AUGUST 2, 2023 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum. The Secretary continued his engagement with President Bazoum to discuss developments in Niger. The United States remains committed to the restoration of the democratically-elected government, consistent with the position …
Read More» Russia’s Suspension of Participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 17, 2023 The United States deeply regrets Russia’s decision to suspend participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative. The Russian government’s continued weaponization of food harms millions of vulnerable people around the world. Since August 2022, the Black Sea Grain Initiative has shipped over 32 million metric tons of Ukrainian grain and …
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The U.S. Mission to the African Union welcomed Jerome W. Jones, Jr. and Jeromyah Jones , father-son visual artists from Richmond, Virginia, in May to showcase more than a dozen pieces of their art in commemoration of Africa Day 2023. The Joneses participated in the African Union’s Africa Day Ceremony on May 25, making them the first Black American artists to exhibit their …
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