Trilateral Meeting with President Park Geun-hye of the Republic of Korea and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan
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Washington, DC - On March 31st , the President will host President Park Geun-hye of the Republic of Korea and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan for a trilateral meeting on the margins of the Nuclear Security Summit.
Release of Azerbaijani Human Rights Lawyer Intigam Aliyev
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Washington, DC - The United States welcomes today’s decision by the Supreme Court of Azerbaijan to conditionally release human rights lawyer Intigam Aliyev. This follows the March 17 release of more than a dozen other individuals.
United States Provides an Additional $20 Million in Response to Europe Refugee and Migration Crisis
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Washington, DC - The United States announces $20 million to support efforts by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the International Federation of Red Cross/Red Crescent (IFRC) to respond to increased protection, shelter, and other lifesaving assistance throughout Europe, including in Greece, Western Turkey, and the Balkans.
United States Congratulates Benin on Peaceful Election
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Washington, DC - The United States congratulates the people of Benin on holding a successful presidential election that international observers deemed free and fair. Over the past 25 years, the Beninese people and their leaders have repeatedly demonstrated their commitment to the democratic process. This election, once again, has proven the strength and vibrancy of Benin’s democracy.
Terrorist Attack in Lahore, Pakistan
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Washington, DC - The United States condemns in the strongest terms today’s appalling terrorist attack in Lahore, Pakistan. This cowardly act, which targeted innocent civilians in the Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, has killed dozens and left scores injured.
Deputy Secretary of State Higginbottom Travel to Greece and Switzerland
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Washington, DC - Heather Higginbottom, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, will travel to Lesvos, Greece and Geneva, Switzerland.
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