| The Week at State | July 26 - August 1 | |  Watch The Week at State video for a review of key events of the past week, including President Biden's meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, Secretary of State Blinken's travels to India and Kuwait, and Deputy Secretary of State Sherman's travels to China. Visit our YouTube channel for more videos. | | Secretary Blinken's Travel to India and Kuwait  Secretary of State Blinken traveled to India and Kuwait July 26-29 to reaffirm the United States' commitment to strengthening our partnerships and underscore cooperation on our shared priorities. Read more on the Travel Page, and watch our videos on India and Kuwait on YouTube. | | Refugees and Migration Welcoming Afghan Special Immigrants  "[On July 30], we welcomed our first group of Afghan special immigrant applicants to the United States under Operation Allies Refuge. Their arrival demonstrates the U.S. government's commitment to Afghans who put themselves and their families at great risk by working side-by-side with our service members and diplomats to build a better future for Afghanistan," Secretary Blinken in a press statement. Watch this spotlight video with President Biden. | Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the Refugee Convention On the 70th Anniversary of the @UN Refugee Convention, we remain committed to supporting refugees and vulnerable populations globally, ensuring they can build new lives in safety and security. Read Secretary Blinken's press statement on State.gov, watch our video on YouTube, and see how Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield celebrated this year. United States' Comprehensive Approach to Migration Secretary Blinken: "Our objective is to support people in Central America in their efforts to advance economically; live, work, and learn in safety and dignity; contribute to and benefit from the democratic process; reduce inequality; and create the futures they desire for themselves and their families. The success of these initiatives will strengthen U.S. national security and promote a more prosperous, democratic, and secure region." Read his complete press statement and access the White House's U.S. Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America (PDF) to learn more. Human Rights World Day Against Trafficking in Persons Holidays and Commemorations 232nd Anniversary of the Department of State  "Proud to recognize @StateDept's 232nd birthday. Since starting in @StateEUR in 1993 to serving as Secretary of State, I have been honored to work here. As years pass, one thing persists -- the dedication of the hardworking women & men who conduct our diplomacy. We celebrate you!" Secretary Blinken on Twitter. Watch the commemorative video on YouTube. | 75th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program On August 1, 75 years ago, President Truman signed into law the act that established the @FulbrightPrgrm. This year, we celebrate #Fulbright's positive impact and mission of bringing people and nations closer for a more peaceful world. Learn more in our DipNote blog. | | | |
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