Good meeting today with State Secretary Iulian Fota to discuss ways to continue to strengthen our Strategic Partnership as we celebrate 25 years of this important collaboration.
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Derek Chollet
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Husband, father, dog owner, cornhusker, proudly serving Biden and as Counselor of the Department of State.
state.gov/bureaus-office…Joined October 2021
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Pleased to join DFM today for the historic deposit of Poland's instruments of ratification for Finland and Sweden's accession to the Alliance. Our NATO Alliance and strategic partnership with Poland has never been stronger.
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Productive meeting with Ambassador today on the eve of the 14th anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Georgia. The U.S. continues to support Georgia’s Euro-Atlantic aspirations, sovereignty, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
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In the last few months, Asia has seen a G20 meeting, the controversial China-Solomon Islands pact, and the assassination of Shinzo Abe.
returns to #WorldUnpacked to talk to about China, trade, security, and more.
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Senegal is a strategic partner for us. Chollet’s visit comes at an important time in West Africa as he reiterates the diplomatic, economic, and political relations between our two countries. Merci, , for speaking to him! lesoleil.sn/derek-chollet-
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J'ai eu une séance de travail avec , du département américain. Au menu de notre discussion : la préparation du sommet 𝐄𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐬-𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐬-𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 en décembre prochain à Washington DC, les questions bilatérales sur notre coopération.🇺🇸🤝🇸🇳
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Excited to meet with the Senegalese press and share the ways the U.S. and Senegal are working together on a range of shared priorities as we head toward the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit this December.
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Enlightening dinner discussion in Dakar with Senegalese civic and business leaders. Thanks for the hospitality and great conversation!
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It was an honor to meet Minister Oumar Demba Ba, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the Republic of Senegal. We discussed food security, ways to enhance maritime cooperation, and efforts to ensure regional stability.
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Great meeting with Foreign Minister to reaffirm the strong U.S.-Senegal partnership. We discussed a range of bilateral and global issues, including regional security and the outsized share of food insecurity impacting African countries.
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Thrilled to be in Dakar today to reaffirm the strong bonds between the United States and Senegal.
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I’ll be traveling to Senegal, Mauritania, and Paris this week to further strengthen our relationships with our African and European partners and advance shared global priorities.
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After the Burma military regime’s heinous execution of pro-democracy activists, we urge all partners to step up pressure on the regime and enhance support for the people of Burma and their courageous efforts to restore the country’s path to democracy.
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We strongly condemn the Burma military regime’s executions of pro-democracy activists and elected leaders. Such reprehensible acts of violence and repression cannot be tolerated. We remain committed to the people of Burma and their efforts to restore Burma's path to democracy.
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We welcome the rejection of Burma’s preliminary objections in the case before it alleging Burma has violated the Genocide Convention. determined that Burma’s military committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Rohingya. We support justice.
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Proud to speak with ’s summer interns today to discuss my current position and how my own internship 30 years ago prepared me for my role as Counselor. Interns play an important role at the Department now and will be tomorrow's senior leaders.
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It was a pleasure to see again , a champion of the 🇺🇸-🇮🇪 partnership. We discussed our shared commitment to the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement. Congratulations on your upcoming retirement!
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Met with ’s Tim Barrow today to coordinate on shared priorities, including Russia’s unjustified war against Ukraine and global food insecurity exacerbated by Putin’s actions.
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Thrilled to welcome to the today and receive Germany’s ratification documents for #Sweden and #Finland’s #NATO accession. We discussed our unwavering commitment to Ukraine and joint efforts to advance shared values around the world. #UnitedwithUkraine
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Met with Pakistan's Federal Minister of Planning and Development Ahsan to discuss our robust economic ties including food security and investment partnerships in development. #PakUSAt75
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It was a pleasure meeting with Greek Defense Minister today to discuss our Ally Greece’s military capabilities and ongoing support for Ukraine. Greece is a vital partner in promoting regional stability.
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Enjoyed meeting and discussing our commitment to the Good Friday Agreement. The people of Northern Ireland are best served by a functioning power-sharing government.
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Privileged to have participated in the groundbreaking of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial that will honor a defining moment in history and the brave service members who fought to liberate #Kuwait.
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Thank you, Prime Minister Kishida, for the opportunity to visit and pay my respects to mourn with you and your nation a great statesman. We are deeply saddened over the killing of one of our dearest friends. The U.S.-Japan Alliance will always remain strong.
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Just had a great conversation w/ Ambassador Lee Hye Min about Korea's leadership role in the world. Looking forward to working closely with Korea as a key partner around the globe.
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Thank you VFM Cho for a deep and insightful conversation on President Yoon's vision of the ROK as a Global Pivotal State. 🇰🇷 is a key partner in addressing current and future global challenges.
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Excellent conversation with academics and thought leaders in Seoul today. People-to-people ties are a crucial aspect of the U.S.-ROK relationship and help our nations grow and face challenges together.
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I had a good meeting with ROK Vice National Defense Minister Shin Beom-chul. U.S. commitment to the ROK’s defense is ironclad, and we will continue to strengthen the U.S.-ROK Alliance.
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I was glad to meet with DFM Yeo again in Seoul today. We spoke about the U.S.-ROK Alliance and our joint efforts on regional and global issues. I appreciate the ROK’s partnership on Burma.
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It’s great to be in Seoul! The U.S.-ROK Alliance is the linchpin of peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and our nations are working closer than ever on a range of global issues. 🇺🇸🇰🇷
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In the summer of 1992, my (unpaid) internship changed my life. With paid internships, we can help to ensure the next generation of State leaders is even more diverse and talented. Please apply!
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As we prepare to welcome our first class of paid interns this Fall, we are happy to announce that applications are open for our Spring cohort! @StateDept is proud to offer accessible and inclusive opportunities for students from all across our nation. go.usa.gov/xSxUm
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. met with Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha today to strengthen U.S.-Thai cooperation on key issues, including preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific, defeating COVID-19, and combatting the climate crisis. go.usa.gov/xSCfG
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Met with Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in Bangkok to reinforce Thailand’s essential role as an ally and partner in the Indo-Pacific.
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Good meeting with Thai Foreign Minister . The U.S.-Thailand Communiqué on Strategic Alliance and Partnership we signed reflects the deep and broad nature of our relationship and our ongoing desire to increase cooperation for greater prosperity for both our nations.
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I leave Bali after having valuable conversations at the #G20. The U.S. will continue to work together with our partners and allies to coordinate a multilateral response to global challenges, including food and energy insecurity and Russia’s continued aggression against Ukraine.
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Excellent meeting today in Bali between and Indonesian FM . They discussed the important US-Indonesian partnership and our common work to address strategic challenges, from food security to climate change.
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Good start here in Bali at the G20 with meeting with Transatlantic Quad partners from France, Germany, and UK.
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Just arrived in Bali. Honored to join Secretary Blinken for critical conversations at the G20.
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I am traveling to the #G20 Summit in Bali, where we will seek to improve cooperation on food and energy security as well as other pressing issues. From there, I will travel to Thailand to meet with government and civil society leaders to discuss expanding U.S.-Thai collaboration.
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I am traveling to the #G20 Summit in Bali, where we will seek to improve cooperation on food and energy security as well as other pressing issues. From there, I will travel to Thailand to meet with government and civil society leaders to discuss expanding U.S.-Thai collaboration.
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Held an excellent first meeting yesterday with Ambassador Cho. We discussed how our work together as allies can contribute to joint objectives related to Burma, Ukraine, regional security, and increasing trilateral cooperation with Japan.
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Following up on ’s meeting yesterday with President Pendarovski, I spoke today with PM Kovachevski today to again offer U.S. support to North Macedonia as an Ally, strategic partner, and friend. We will stand by North Macedonia at this critical moment for Europe.
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Good meeting with the President of North Macedonia Stevo Pendarovski on the margins of the NATO Summit. We discussed steps to support North Macedonia, our newest NATO Ally, as it move forward on its merited EU accession path.
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We extend our warm congratulations to Finland and Sweden on making an important step toward joining the Alliance. The United States looks forward to welcoming them. #StrongerTogether #WeAreNATO go.usa.gov/xJFN4
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Congratulations to Finland, Sweden, and Turkey on signing a trilateral memorandum – a crucial step towards a NATO invite to Finland and Sweden, which will strengthen our Alliance and bolster our collective security – and a great way to begin the Summit.
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