HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Secretary Blinken’s Call with Spanish Foreign Minister Albares hide Secretary Blinken’s Call with Spanish Foreign Minister Albares Readout Office of the Spokesperson August 19, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares about continued coordination with allies and partners in Afghanistan. They discussed ongoing evacuation efforts and ways to promote the safety and security of all Afghans and international citizens. Tags Afghanistan Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Office of the Spokesperson The Secretary of State