The United States Supports the Voices of the Venezuelan People
Millions of Venezuelans came together to raise their voice and demand a democratic future for their country.
Read More» International Human Rights Day
On International Human Rights Day, the United States celebrates the rights and freedoms enshrined in the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Statement By Secretary Michael R. Pompeo on U.S. Dedication to Human Rights
Our continued commitment to the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process underscores the United States’ long-standing role as a global leader in advancing human rights.
Read More» U.S. Announces Humanitarian Assistance at the International Conference
The United States announced nearly $200 million in additional humanitarian assistance provided in Fiscal Year 2020 for Rohingya refugees …
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U.S. Statement By Secretary Pompeo On the UN Human Rights Council’s Embrace of Authoritarian Regimes
These elections only further validate the U.S. decision to withdraw and use other venues and opportunities to protect and promote universal human rights.
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The United States Announces Additional Assistance to Respond to the Venezuela Crisis
The United States remains the largest single donor of humanitarian and development assistance around the world, including for Venezuelans in need …
Read More» International Day of Democracy
In recognition of the International Day of Democracy on September 15, we reaffirm the right of every citizen to take part in the processes of democratic self-governance. Democracies are accountable to their citizens.
Read More» Secretary Pompeo: Communist China and the Free World’s Future
Speech – Yorba Linda, California – The Richard Nixon Presidential Library And Museum
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Secretary Pompeo: Unalienable Rights and the Securing of Freedom
These rights, these unalienable rights, are essential. They are a foundation upon which this country was built. They are central to who we are and to what we care about as Americans.
Read More» UN Special Rapporteur Gives More Cause to Distrust UN Human Rights Mechanisms
The United States is transparent regarding the international law basis for the strike.
Read More» The United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the Syrian People
Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary Of State June 30, 2020 At today’s fourth Brussels Conference on “Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region,” hosted by the European Union, Special Representative for Syria Engagement Ambassador James Jeffrey announced more than $696 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Syria in response to the ongoing …
Read More» Statement by Secretary Pompeo on the Imposition of National Security Legislation on Hong Kong
The United States condemns the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National People’s Congress proposal to unilaterally and arbitrarily impose national security legislation on Hong Kong.
Read More» United States Provides Additional Assistance for the Crisis in Venezuela and the Region
Secretary Pompeo: “The United States remains the largest single donor of humanitarian and health assistance around the world, and for Venezuelans in need.”
Read More» Standing with the Iranian People
Secretary Pompeo: “Today, the United States is imposing financial sanctions and visa restrictions on Iranian individuals and entities under human rights-related authorities.”
Read More» Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance
Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance.
Read More» Taiwan’s Inauguration of President Tsai Ing-wen
Secretary Pompeo: “I would like to congratulate Dr. Tsai Ing-wen on the commencement of her second term as Taiwan’s President.”
Read More» Taiwan’s Exclusion from the World Health Assembly
The United States condemns Taiwan’s exclusion from the World Health Assembly.
Read More» Message on the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe
Message on the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE Day) Press Statement by MICHAEL R. POMPEO, Secretary of State Washington, DC, May 8, 2020 Today we mark 75 years since the end of hostilities in Europe in the Second World War. We pay tribute today to all those who stood up for humanity and …
Read More» Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance Builds Upon U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response
The funding announced today includes $100 million in global health funding to support virus prevention, detection, and control.
Read More» World Press Freedom Day
We applaud the courage and determination of the independent media. Their work is challenging but benefits us all.
Read More» The U.S. and ASEAN are Partnering to Defeat COVID-19
Secretary Pompeo: “We commit to continue our collaboration with ASEAN to beat this pandemic and get back to the business of building a bright future for the region together.”
Read More» U.S. Announces More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance
For more than a half century, the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian assistance.
Read More» Report of the OPCW Investigation and Identification Team Regarding Incidents in Ltamenah, Syria
The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) released a report attributing 3 instances of chemical weapons use to the Assad regime
Read More» Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S.Foreign Assistance
We are building on that leadership, with another $225 million in health, humanitarian, and economic assistance to further boost response efforts worldwide.
Read More» The United States Proposes a Framework for a Peaceful Democratic Transition in Venezuela
This framework calls for the establishment of broadly acceptable transitional government to administer free and fair presidential elections and a pathway to lifting Venezuela-related U.S. sanctions.
Read More» U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Today, I am pleased to announce that the United States has made available nearly $274 million in emergency health and humanitarian funding.
Read More» The State Department Imposes Sanctions on Individual Responsible for the Violence in northern Syria
The State Department Imposes Sanctions on Individual Responsible for the Violence in northern Syria STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE For Immediate Release Washington, DC – March 17, 2020 Today, the United States is designating a senior Assad regime official who is responsible for the violence and the disastrous humanitarian crisis …
Read More» IAEA Reports Nuclear Concerns in Iran
Secretary Pompeo: “The United States remains committed to denying Iran any pathway to a nuclear weapon.”
Read More» ICC Decision on Afghanistan
Secretary Pompeo: “The United States is not a party to the ICC, and we will take all necessary measures to protect our citizens from this renegade, so-called court.”
Read More» Election of Daren Tang of Singapore as Director General of WIPO
Secretary Pompeo: “On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Daren Tang for his election as Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).”
Read More» UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Database Report Release
Secretary Pompeo: “I am outraged that High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet published a database of companies operating in Israeli-controlled territories.”
Read More» Answering the Call to Advance Religious Freedom
Secretary Pompeo: “Everyone has a role in the fight to advance religious freedom.”
Read More» Freedom First in 2020
President Trump has proclaimed January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
Read More» Supporting the Venezuelan People
Venezuela’s political crisis has led to the flight of more than 4.8 million people, the collapse of a once prosperous country’s educational, economic, industrial, and healthcare systems, and the abuse of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Read More» Russian Federation’s and China’s Veto of UNSCR 2449 Aid to Syrian Refugees
The Russian Federation’s and China’s veto yesterday of a Security Council resolution that allows for humanitarian aid to reach millions of Syrians is shameful.
Read More» United States Takes Action Against Violators of Religious Freedom
Secretary Pompeo: “The protection of religious freedom is a top Trump Administration foreign policy priority. Persecution and discrimination on the basis of religion or belief exists in every region of the world. “
Read More» Human Rights and the Iranian Regime
Secretary Pompeo: “Over 40 years in power, the regime in Iran has shown only disrespect for the Iranian people. This disrespect has destabilized Iran’s internal order, weakened its economy, and made it a pariah state in the eyes of the free world.”
Read More» International Human Rights Day – Statement by Secretary Pompeo
“In 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) to identify common rights and freedoms for all people in all nations.”
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Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press
Secretary of State Pompeo spoke with the media on the terrorist attack in Kabul, China’s repressive policies in Xinjiang, the ongoing protests in Iran and other issues.
Read More» U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Secretary Pompeo: “The United States recognizes the inherent dignity that every woman and girl possesses and is committed to defending the safety and security of women and girls around the world and to cultivating their development as future leaders of our world.”
Read More» Harassment of the Family Members of Uighur Activists and Survivors in Xinjiang, China
The United States remains deeply troubled by multiple reports that the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has harassed, imprisoned, or arbitrarily detained family members of Uighur Muslim activists and survivors of Xinjiang internment camps who have made their stories public.
Read More» International Religious Freedom Day
Freedom of religion is a cherished American value and a fundamental freedom.
Read More» Illegitimate Maduro Regime’s Election to the UN Human Rights Council
The United States strongly supports multilateral organizations that sincerely and effectively work to protect human rights.
Read More» U.S. Department of State Imposes Visa Restrictions on Chinese Officials for Repression in Xinjiang
The United States calls on the People’s Republic of China to immediately end its campaign of repression in Xinjiang, release all those arbitrarily detained, and cease efforts to coerce members of Chinese Muslim minority groups residing abroad to return to China to face an uncertain fate.
Read More» U.S. Targets Russian Actors Involved in Efforts to Influence U.S. Elections
Secretary Pompeo: “Today, the United States continues to take action in response to Russian attempts to influence U.S. democratic processes by imposing sanctions on four entities and seven individuals associated with the Internet Research Agency and its financier, Yevgeniy Prigozhin.”
Read More» International Day of Democracy
On this International Day of Democracy, we reflect on our nation’s unwavering commitment to the unalienable rights that create the foundation of our democracy.
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Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo “Celebrating Americanism in Our Foreign Policy” at the American Legion’s 101st National Convention
Americanism means recognizing that America is an exceptional nation. We’re the first nation founded on an idea that government’s proper purpose is to protect unalienable rights for each and every human being.
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International Commitment to Protect Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
Today we mark the first International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. This day serves as a reminder of the need to promote and protect the unalienable right of religious freedom, and the consequences when countries fail to do so.
Read More» U.S. Withdrawal from the INF Treaty on August 2, 2019
The United States provided its six-month notice of withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty due to the Russian Federation’s continuing violation of the treaty.
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Statement by Secretary of State Pompeo on the Centenary of the ILO
The United States today celebrates the 100th anniversary of the founding of the International Labor Organization (ILO).
Read More» On the Occasion of World Refugee Day
Secretary Pompeo: “On World Refugee Day, we recognize the plight of millions of refugees who have fled their homes due to conflict and persecution, and we reaffirm our commitment to provide life-saving assistance for the most vulnerable.”
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Uighur Muslims Impacted by Human Rights Crisis in Xinjiang
These individuals’ family members are among the more than one million Uighurs, ethnic Kazakhs, and members of other Muslim minority groups whom the Chinese government has detained in internment camps since April 2017.
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Observance of International Women’s Day
Secretary Michael Pompeo: “The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8.”
Read More» Secretary’s Remarks: Let Humanitarian Aid Into Venezuela
Today has been a historic day. Interim President Juan Guaido, the National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela have been an inspiration to the world.
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U.S. Intends To Withdraw from the INF Treaty February 2, 2019
“The United States remains committed to effective arms control that advances U.S., allied, and partner security; is verifiable and enforceable; and includes partners that comply responsibly with their obligations.”
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U.S. Remarks at a United Nations Security Council Meeting on Venezuela
“We stand with the Venezuelan people as they seek to build a better life for themselves and we cannot ignore the suffering or tyranny taking place in this proud nation. Neither should other countries who care about freedom and prosperity.”
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United States Is Ready To Provide Urgent Humanitarian Aid to the People of Venezuela
Secretary of State Pompeo announced that the United States is ready to provide more than $20 million in initial humanitarian assistance to the people of Venezuela as they struggle to cope with severe food and medicine shortages and the other dire impacts of their country’s political and economic crisis caused by the illegitimate Maduro regime.
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Remarks to the World Economic Forum
Secretary of State Pompeo delivers remarks via video conference to the Davos World Economic Forum.
Read More» Conclusion of Yemen Consultations in Sweden
The United States commends participants from the Yemen consultations in Sweden for making progress on key initiatives, including a cease-fire and withdrawal of forces in Hudaydah, prisoner exchanges, and opening humanitarian corridors to the city of Taiz.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Remarks at the United Nations Security Council Meeting on Iran
Secretary Pompeo: “Our goodwill gestures have been futile in correcting the Iranian regime’s reckless missile activity and its destructive behaviors. No nation can dispute that Iran is in open defiance of UN Security Council Resolution 2231.” Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism Ministerial Dec. 11: Deputy Secretary Sullivan delivered opening remarks at The Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism Ministerial at …
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Secretary of State Pompeo: Statement on Human Rights Day
Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Remarks at the PEPFAR Faith Communities and HIV Technical Summit
Remarks by Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Loy Henderson Auditorium Washington, DC November 27, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good morning everyone. I’m delighted to have the opportunity to welcome you all to the State Department. It is wonderful, and I am proud that we have so many partners linking arms with us in the global fight …
Read More» Statement by Secretary of State Pompeo: The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Eliminating violence against women and girls requires all of us—governments, the private sector, civil society, and faith-based organizations—to take action.
Read More» Launch of the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council
Secretary Pompeo: “In order to further optimize the State Department and USAID’s humanitarian assistance, I have established a new senior-level mechanism for coordinating and overseeing U.S. humanitarian assistance – the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council.”
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Remarks: Ending the Conflict in Yemen
The United States calls on all parties to support UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths in finding a peaceful solution to the conflict in Yemen based on the agreed references.
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Remarks: International Religious Freedom Day
Today we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the signing of the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRF Act) into law.
Read More» Press Releases: Remarks at the United Against Nuclear Iran Summit
Remarks by Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Westin Grand Central Hotel New York City September 25, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, all. Thank you. Thanks. So I’m still – it’s going to take me just a minute to recover. I was desperately afraid Senator Lieberman was going to ask me to translate some …
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Remarks to the Media on Refugee Resettlement
The United States anticipates processing up to 310,000 refugees and asylum seekers in Fiscal Year 2019. We propose resettling up to 30,000 refugees under the new refugee ceiling, as well as processing more than 280,000 asylum seekers.
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On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attack
The Mission will never forget the support of Genevans and members of the international community here in the days after the attacks. Flowers, candles, and messages of solidarity were left at our gates, reflecting an overwhelming spirit of unity.
Read More» On U.S. Appearance Before the International Court of Justice
Today, oral proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) began in The Hague on an application for provisional measures in a case brought by Iran against the United States, Alleged Violations of the 1955 Treaty of Amity, Economic Relations, and Consular Rights. Iran’s filing with the ICJ is an attempt to interfere with the …
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World Humanitarian Day
Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the commitment and dedication of humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to serve those in need, and we honor those who have lost their lives to protect the world’s most vulnerable people.
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Remarks by Secretary Pompeo at the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony
The 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report is available in PDF and HTML formats.
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Remarks on the UN Human Rights Council
Remarks by Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State and Nikki Haley, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Treaty Room Washington, DC June 19, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon. The Trump administration is committed to protecting and promoting the God-given dignity and freedom of every human being. Every individual has rights that are inherent and inviolable. They are …
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United States Commemorates World Refugee Day
On World Refugee Day, we join the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and our international partners in commemorating the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of refugees worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes due to persecution and conflict.
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LGBTI Pride Month
The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons.
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An Unfair, Unfree Vote in Venezuela
The United States condemns the fraudulent election that took place in Venezuela on May 20. This so-called “election” is an attack on constitutional order and an affront to Venezuela’s tradition of democracy. Until the Maduro regime restores a democratic path in Venezuela through free, fair, and transparent elections, the government faces isolation from the international …
Read More» After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy
Secretary Pompeo: “We’ll continue to work with allies to counter the regime’s destabilizing activities in the region, block their financing of terror, and address Iran’s proliferation of missiles and other advanced weapons systems that threaten peace and stability. We will also ensure Iran has no path to a nuclear weapon — not now, not ever. …
Read More» U.S. Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
The United States stands for the protection of fundamental freedoms and universal human rights.
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Secretary Mike Pompeo’s Remarks on President Trump’s Decision to Withdraw from the JCPOA
As we exit the Iran deal, we will be working with our allies to find a real, comprehensive, and lasting solution to the Iranian threat.
Read More» Secretary Mike Pompeo’s World Press Freedom Day Statement
On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy.
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