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September 27, 2023

Global Music Diplomacy Initiative

We’re opening a new chapter of music diplomacy by launching the Global Music Diplomacy Initiative.

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    Democracy in Liberia

    The U.S. will pursue visa restrictions for those believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, undermining democracy in Liberia.
  • September 27, 2023

    Return of Private Travis King

    The U.S. has secured the return of Private Travis King from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.
  • September 27, 2023

    Designation of Israel into the Visa Waiver Program

    Israel’s entry into the Visa Waiver Program represents a critical step forward in our strategic partnership with Israel.

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hispanic heritage month: todos somos, somos uno (we are all, we are one)

Hispanic Heritage Month

During National Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 – October 15, the U.S. government celebrates the countless contributions of more than 60 million Hispanic Americans, Latinos, Latinas, and Latinx-identifying people to our culture and society.

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