Georgia National Day On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Georgia on your national day. This year offers fresh opportunities to deepen the bonds of friendship between the American and Georgian people and to advance greater security and prosperity for both our nations. The United States remains steadfast in its support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. We stand a

Conclusion of the 2026 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference The United States regrets that the States Party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) failed to reach consensus on a final document at the conclusion of the 2026 Review Conference. The inability of some NPT States Parties to take Iran’s threat to global nonproliferation seriously will be addressed by the United States in our continuing engagements. The United States remains firmly committed to

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate Eritrea on the 35th anniversary of its independence. In this new era of U.S. – Eritrea relations, I look forward to deepening the bond between our governments and working together on shared prosperity and security.

Designation of Tanzanian Police Force Official for Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights The Department of State is designating Tanzanian Police Force (TPF) Senior Assistant Commissioner Faustine Jackson Mafwele under Section 7031(c) based on credible information that he was involved in gross violations of human rights. One year ago, members of the TPF detained, tortured, and sexually assaulted Ugandan Agather Atuhaire and Kenyan Boniface Mwangi, who were in Dar es

Termination of Green Card of Cuban National Tied to Communist Regime’s Top Financial Official Today, Adys Lastres Morera, a Cuban national with ties to the communist regime in Havana, was arrested following the Department of State’s termination of her lawful permanent resident (LPR) status, at my direction. Morera is now in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. Morera is the adult sister of Ania Guillermina Lastres Morera, who was sanctioned earlier this month for

Inaugural United States-ASEAN AI Ministerial On May 20, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg convened the inaugural U.S.-ASEAN AI Ministerial in the Republic of Singapore on the margins of Asia Tech x Singapore. The ministerial launched “The Road to 50 Years of U.S.-ASEAN Relations” ahead of Singapore’s 2027 ASEAN Chairmanship, marking a significant milestone in the U.S.-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. ASEAN Digital Ministers, the ASEAN Deput

Election of Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale The United States congratulates Prime Minister Matthew Wale on his election. We look forward to working closely with Prime Minister Wale and his new government to grow our cooperation with Solomon Islands. Together, we will make our nations safer, stronger, and more prosperous.

Timor-Leste National Day On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Timor-Leste on your National Day. The partnership between the United States and Timor-Leste reflects our mutual dedication to promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. I am proud that our two nations work closely together in defense and security, economic affairs, and beyond. We value the progress we have made together. We also congratulate Timor-Leste on achi

Cameroon National Day On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the government and people of Cameroon as you celebrate your country’s National Day. This past year has seen meaningful progress in our bilateral cooperation, and we proudly reaffirm our sustained friendship with Cameroon. The United States greatly appreciates Cameroon’s cooperation on security, commercial engagement, and the expansion of health security partnerships. We look forward to working w