In Other News
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April 26, 2022
Remarks Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Secretary Blinken: “Our diplomacy is rallying allies and partners around the world to join us in supporting Ukraine with security, economic, humanitarian assistance; imposing massive costs on the Kremlin; strengthening our collective security and defense.”
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April 25, 2022
Turkey’s Conviction of Osman Kavala
We are deeply troubled and disappointed by the court’s decision to convict Osman Kavala today. His unjust conviction is inconsistent with respect for human rights, fundamental freedoms, and the rule of law. We again call on Turkey to release Osman Kavala.
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April 25, 2022
On the Occasion of the Panchen Lama’s 33rd Birthday
The 11th Panchen Lama, now 33, remains missing since PRC authorities abducted him in 1995. The PRC continues to deny members of the Tibetan community access to the Dalai Lama-designated Panchen Lama, the second most revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism.
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From Blue to Green: Transforming Jobs Around the World
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Meet two people on the front lines of the green jobs revolution — Tim, a construction foreman from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Sandra, a renewable energy specialist from Bogotá, Colombia. Despite the miles that separate them, Tim and Sandra and the communities they represent share much in common. Take a few moments to get to know them and learn how they are acting locally to change minds and open doors for the next generation of green workers.



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