Partnering with Africa on Food Security and Climate Change Adaptation
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Washington, DC - Partnering with Africa on Food Security and Climate Change Adaptation:
Designation under Russia's "Undesirables" Law of the National Endowment for Democracy
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Washington, DC - We are deeply troubled by Russia’s formal designation of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) as a so-called "undesirable" organization. This designation only heightens our concern that the so-called “undesirables” law will further restrict the work of civil society in Russia. This action is a further example of the Russian government’s growing crackdown on independent voices and another intentional step to isolate the Russian people from the world.
Release of Pardoned Prisoners and Disappearance of Gambian Journalist
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Washington, DC - The United States notes President Jammeh’s decision to pardon and release at least 200 prisoners and welcomes, in particular, his decision to release, after a lengthy period of detention without charge, family members of the December 30, 2014 coup plotters.
Peru's Independence Day
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Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Peru as you celebrate your independence on July 28.
Secretary Kerry Travel to Egypt, Qatar, Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam
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Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry will be in Cairo, Egypt, on August 2 to co-chair the U.S.-Egypt Strategic Dialogue with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry. The bilateral dialogue reaffirms the United States’ longstanding and enduring partnership with Egypt, and will provide a forum to discuss a broad range of political, economic, security, and cultural issues to address issues of importance to each side and further our common values, goals, and interests.
Burundi's Elections Process
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Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "Today’s announcement of Burundi’s presidential electoral results is the culmination of a deeply flawed electoral process marked by violence and a disregard for the civil and human rights of the citizens of Burundi.
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