HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Rwandan Foreign Minister Biruta hide Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Rwandan Foreign Minister Biruta Readout Office of the Spokesperson March 29, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Rwandan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Vincent Biruta yesterday in Washington, D.C. They noted the strength of the bilateral partnership, which encompasses cooperation on public health, education, international governance, environment and climate, economic growth, and more. They also discussed regional security issues of mutual interest. The Deputy Secretary also raised human rights concerns. Deputy Secretary Sherman noted Rwanda’s support for the UNGA resolution condemning the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine and the Ukraine-supported humanitarian resolution. She also expressed strong concern over the conviction of U.S. lawful permanent resident Paul Rusesabagina. Tags Bureau of African Affairs Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Deputy Secretary of State Office of the Spokesperson Russia Rwanda Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Ukraine