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June 21, 2022

Secretary Blinken Hosts the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Welcome Home Event

Watch Live at 10:30 A.M. EDT
Watch Live at 10:30 A.M. EDT

In Other News

  • June 19, 2022

    The Colombian Election

    Congratulations to the Colombian people for exercising their right to vote and reaffirming the strength of their democracy. We look forward to continuing our strong partnership with Colombia.

  • June 19, 2022

    Advancing Peace and Eliminating Sexual Violence in Conflict

    The U.S. is taking concrete steps to ensure that our efforts to prevent and respond to conflict-related sexual violence are survivor-centered and trauma-informed.

  • June 19, 2022

    Sentencing of Award-Winning Vietnamese Environmental Advocate

    The U.S. is deeply concerned by the sentencing of Nguy Thi Khanh. We call on Vietnam to respect and protect freedom of expression consistent with its international obligations and commitments.

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Commemorating Pride Month

For over 50 years, people around the world have come together to celebrate, promote, and fight for the human rights of LGBTQI+ people. In celebration of Pride Month, the State Department recommits to protecting and promoting those rights around the world.

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