Tanzania Union Day On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Tanzania on the 62nd anniversary of the formation of the United Republic of Tanzania. The United States welcomes Tanzania’s continued engagement on shared strategic priorities and looks forward to continued progress in further strengthening our partnership to translate these priorities into tangible results that benefit both our countries. On this important occasion, I o

Anzac Day On behalf of the United States of America, I am honored to join the people of Australia and New Zealand in commemorating Anzac Day on April 25. As we mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, we pay tribute to the Anzac forces who answered the call of duty. The valor demonstrated at Gallipoli has been an inspiration for generations and exemplifies the courage and selflessness of those who served and continue to serve. As we reflect on this solemn day, we

Joint Statement on the Fifth Oversight Committee for the DRC–Rwanda Peace Agreement The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of Rwanda, the State of Qatar, the Republic of Togo (as the African Union mediator), and the African Union Commission on the occasion of the fifth Joint Oversight Committee held this week in Washington, DC. Begin Text: On April 23, 2026, repr

Arctic Seven Meet to Advance Arctic Security Senior diplomatic representatives from the Arctic Seven (A7) nations met today in Washington, DC, to discuss shared economic and security interests in the Arctic, hosted by Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker. The meeting included discussion of shared Arctic security challenges and our strengthened posture in the High North, including through the Arctic Sentry activity. Participants also shared perspecti

The British High Commission launched the UK–Malaysia Transnational Education Guideline handbook providing a clear, step‑by‑step roadmap for UK universities and education providers seeking to deliver programmes in Malaysia Deputy High Commissioner to Malaysia, David Wallace launching the UK–Malaysia Transnational Education (TNE) Guideline Handbook This handbook is the first of its kind published by a foreign country in collaboration with Malaysia. It aims to strengthen transn

United States Welcomes Latvia’s Signing of the Artemis Accords The Department of State congratulates Latvia on joining the Artemis Accords. Latvia is the 62nd country to sign the Accords to date, pledging its commitment to peaceful exploration and use of space. Latvia’s Minister of Education and Science Dace Melbārde signed the Accords on behalf of the Republic of Latvia on April 20, 2026. State Department Under Secretary for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg and NASA Admini

Facilitating U.S. Business Investment for Caribbean Port Development Today, the U.S. Department of State convened a roundtable with U.S. maritime industry leaders and Caribbean port authorities to advance commercial diplomacy and safeguard critical infrastructure in the Caribbean. This event underscores the U.S. commitment to strengthening economic engagement and high-quality infrastructure development in the Caribbean port sector. Roundtable participants discussed expanding

Announcing Steps to Impose Visa Restrictions on Family Members or Close Personal or Business Associates of Sinaloa Cartel Affiliates President Trump is using the full power of the United States to eradicate narco-terrorist cartels operating in our hemisphere. Today, the Department of State is taking steps to impose visa restrictions on 75 individuals who are family members or close personal or business associates of persons linked to the Sinaloa Cartel sanctioned under Execu

Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton’s welcome of India’s Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on UK soil is a signal of trust and ambition between the militaries of two global powers UK to Host First Official Visit of Indian Chief of Defence Staff UK Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton will host India’s Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan for a three‑day visit starting 19 April. During their talks, the two military command