Secretary Pompeo will travel to Chile, Paraguay, Peru, and Cucuta, Colombia, April 11-15 to deepen U.S. partnerships in the Western Hemisphere. The Secretary’s visit will celebrate and reinforce shared… more
Violence against women and girls in public transportation often goes unnoticed, but it has a serious impact on women and girls. This violence ranges from unwanted touching and sexual assault, and may be… more
In a briefing on March 29, Special Representative for Venezuela Elliott Abrams discussed the need to get humanitarian assistance to the people of Venezuela. The Special Representative addressed the March 29… more
During Women’s History Month, we highlight Arlette Contreras’ work, which is contributing to improving the lives of women in Peru, and to legal systems that will help women throughout the region. more
President Donald J. Trump welcomed Caribbean leaders to a meeting at Mar-a-Lago. Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan joined the meeting, which included leaders, from the Bahamas, Dominican Republic,… more
The State Department directly impacts the “Pelican State” of Louisiana through military partnerships, educational exchanges, and law enforcement cooperation. more
During a March 15 briefing, Special Representative for Venezuela Elliott Abrams discussed developments regarding U.S. staffing in Venezuela, the United States continued revocation of visas, and the selection… more
The Special Representative reiterated the United States' and international community's continued support for the Venezuelan people as they strive to reclaim their democracy. He stated, "We must support Interim… more
On Thursday, March 7, Secretary of State Pompeo hosted the Annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards at the U.S. Department of State to honor 10 extraordinary women from around the world. First Lady… more
