Celebrating African American History
As we celebrate African American History Month this February, we pay tribute to the struggles and achievements of the people and events that have shaped…
Maintaining American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
In his 2019 State of the Union address, President Trump stressed the importance of investing in cutting-edge industries of the future. On February 11, the…
Secretary Pompeo: Religious Freedom is a Universal Human Right
Each year, the State Department releases its International Religious Freedom Report describing the state of religious freedom in countries around the world. This year marks…
The State of the Union Speech: Why It Matters
Millions of people around the world are expected to tune in to President Trump’s State of the Union address on February 5. The speech to…
A Free and Open Indo-Pacific Benefits All Nations [video]
“The American people and the whole world have a stake in the Indo-Pacific’s peace and prosperity,” Secretary of State Michael Pompeo said at the Indo-Pacific…
Boosting Harvests Worldwide by Sharing U.S. Innovations
The Department of Agriculture invited some 600 people last year to participate in the Cochran Fellowship Program to learn the latest on agricultural technology and…
How The 1964 Tokyo Olympics Used Technology like Never Before
In 1964, the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games was broadcast live to the U.S. for the first time via satellite. The Tokyo Games became…
Strengthening Global Networks of Women in Business and Security
Societies are more prosperous and peaceful when they empower women to participate fully in civic and economic life. Through its International Visitor Leadership Programs (IVLP),…
CBP Reminds Travelers to Allow 72 Hours for ESTA
December 14, 2018 – Visa Waiver Program users encouraged to apply early – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), consistent with existing requirements, reminds international…
Holiday Magic Illuminates the White House
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the White House. First Lady Melania Trump has designed a colorfully patriotic theme for the holiday…
Celebrating 70 Years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Human Rights Day is observed every year on December 10 – the day in 1948 that the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human…
In Tribute: George H.W. Bush, Our 41st President
George Herbert Walker Bush, who served as the 41st President of the United States, died on November 30 at the age of 94. Ambassador Bill…
President Trump Champions Economic Growth and Prosperity at G20 Summit
At this year’s G20 Summit in Buenos Aires, President Donald J. Trump championed the successes of his pro-growth agenda and his work with world leaders…
Secretary Pompeo Announces the Latest Lifesaving PEPFAR Results
In advance of World AIDS Day on December 1, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivered remarks at the State Department’s technical summit for the…
NASA’s InSight Arrives Safely on Mars
The latest robotic visitor to Mars, NASA’s InSight lander, successfully touched down on the Red Planet after an almost seven-month, 458 million kilometer journey from…
Vice President Pence: U.S. Commitment to the Indo-Pacific is Steadfast and Enduring
The United States seeks “collaboration, not control” in the Indo-Pacific region, Vice President Pence told a conference of Southeast Asian countries whose leaders gathered in…
Ambassador Hagerty Speaks at the Japan National Press Club
Ambassador William F. Hagerty Japan National Press Club November 16, 2018 Thank you very much Sugita-san. It’s a great pleasure to be back here with…
Vice President Pence and the Second Lady Visit Japan for the Third Time
Vice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence stopped in Japan on the first leg of their third trip to the region under the…