The United States Imposes Further Sanctions on Iran’s Petrochemical Industry (January 23) Today, the United States is taking new steps as part of our maximum economic pressure campaign to deny the Iranian regime all sources of revenue to fund its destabilizing activities. The Department of State is imposing sanctions on Chinese company Shandong Qiwangda …
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CDA Rood attends the presentation of the Parliamentary Human Rights Committee’s annual report (January 20) Today, CDA Elizabeth Rood attended the presentation of the Parliamentary Human Rights Committee’s annual report which highlighted several areas where the Parliamentary Committee achieved real progress with support from the U.S. government. These areas of cooperation included children’s rights, …
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Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 20) On the third Monday of January, Americans honor the life and achievements of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., (1929–1968), the 1964 Nobel Peace laureate and the individual most associated with the triumphs of the African-American civil rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s. As political organizer, …
Read More» Securing Greater Religious Freedom Around the World (January 17) 234 years ago, Thomas Jefferson penned these words: “…no man shall be compelled to frequent or support any religious worship, place, or ministry whatsoever, nor shall be enforced, restrained, molested, or burdened in his body or goods, nor shall otherwise suffer on account of his …
Read More» This Week in Iran Policy, January 13–17 (January 17) “President Trump and those of us in his national security team are re-establishing deterrence – real deterrence ‒ against the Islamic Republic. In strategic terms, deterrence simply means persuading the other party that the costs of a specific behavior exceed its benefits. It requires credibility; …
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Ambassador Degnan’s swearing-in remarks (January 16) Thank you, U/S Hale, for those generous remarks. Some of my most memorable FS moments come from my time on P Staff, so I feel honored to have you – “P”, the U/S for Political Affairs — here today to administer the oath. I’d like to give a …
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The Inaugural Ceremony of a newly renovated Public School in Kveshi (January 15) Today, January 15th, CDA Elizabeth Rood helped open the newly renovated public school in Kveshi, in the Shida Kartli region. The school is just one kilometer from the Administrative Boundary Line (ABL) and serves 200 children. The U.S. military’s humanitarian assistance program …
Read More» Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony of a Newly Renovated School in Kveshi (January 15) On January 15, 11:00 am, the ribbon-cutting ceremony of a newly renovated public school will take place in the village Kveshi, located near the Administrative Boundary Line. CDA Elizabeth Rood, Governor Giorgi Khojevanishvili, Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sport Mikheil Chkhenkeli, Mayor …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood visits distinguished Georgian artist Muraz Murvanidze (January 13) CDA Elizabeth Rood visited acclaimed Georgian artist and stage designer Muraz Murvanidze at his home in old Tbilisi. Mr. Murvanidze shared with her some of the highlights from his extensive collection of paintings, sculptures, and mementos from his celebrated work worldwide. Mr. Murvanidze has …
Read More» The 10th Anniversary of the Haiti Earthquake (January 12) Today, the United States joins the people of Haiti and the international community in solemn remembrance of the devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010. We uphold the memories of those who perished and reflect on the courage, heroism, and strength of the Haitian people, who continue …
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U.S. Sanctions Target Iranian regime’s ‘brute squad’ (January 10) The Trump administration will impose sanctions as long as Iran’s outlaw ways continue, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo said January 10 as he outlined new sanctions targeting the Iranian regime’s “brute squad” of top security officials. The new sanctions hit the regime’s senior Iranian …
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Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood participates in Global Startup Labs Opening at Business and Technology University (January 9) On January 9, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood participated in the Global Startup Labs Opening at Business and Technology University to strengthen cooperation between Georgian and U.S. universities and promote STEAM education through Massachusetts Institute for Technology (MIT) Global Startup Labs (GSL) Program. Chargé d’Affaires …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump on Iran (January 8) THE PRESIDENT: As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. Good morning. I’m pleased to inform you: The American people should be extremely grateful and happy no Americans were harmed in last night’s attack …
Read More» Ukrainian Airlines Flight PS 752 (January 8) The U.S. Department of State extends our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the 176 passengers and crew killed in the tragic crash of Ukraine International Airlines flight PS 752. The United States will continue to follow this incident closely and stands prepared to offer Ukraine …
Read More» Iranian Strikes in Iraq (January 8) Casualties: The President noted in his remarks that there were no casualties; governments of Iraq, Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, and Spain also reported no casualties among their soldiers in Iraq. Iraqi Protests Against Iran: Iraqi protesters in Nasiriyah reportedly refused to allow supporters …
Read More» Congratulations and best wishes to His Holiness Patriarch Ilia II (January 4) On behalf of the United States of America, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood extends her warmest congratulations to His Holiness Patriarch Ilia II on the occasion of his birthday and best wishes for health and happiness in the coming year, as well as peace and prosperity for the …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump on the Killing of Qasem Soleimani (January 3) THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. Well, thank you very much. And good afternoon. As President, my highest and most solemn duty is the defense of our nation and its citizens. Last night, at my direction, the United States military successfully executed a flawless …
Read More» Senior State Department Officials On U.S. Airstrikes in Iraq and Syria (December 30) MODERATOR: Hey, everybody. Thanks for joining us. Happy New Year, happy 2020. I have a couple of people that all of you know very well. On the phone, we have [Senior State Department Official One], [Senior State Department Official Two], and …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy Statement on the release of Dr. Vazha Gaprindashvili (December 28) We welcome the news that Dr. Vazha Gaprindashvili has been released by the de facto authorities in South Ossetia. We join all Georgians and the international community in welcoming him home to spend the holidays with his family. We again call on …
Read More» Statement after meeting in Washington (December 23) Following recent meetings in Washington between Deputy Assistant Secretary of State George Kent and the Georgian Dream delegation led by Deputy Speaker Kakha Kuchava, the U.S. Department of State released the following statement: Democratic Developments in Georgia The United States supports a secure, prosperous, and democratic Georgia. …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Statement on the sentencing of Dr. Vazha Gaprindashivili (December 20) The government of the United States does not recognize as legitimate the de facto authorities in the occupied region of South Ossetia, nor does it recognize as legitimate today’s sentencing of Dr. Vazha Gaprindashivili. We again call on the de facto authorities, and …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Media Comments following the Fourth Round of the Meeting between the Ruling Party and the Opposition (December 20) Question about the results CDA Elizabeth Rood: I would say that this fourth round of dialogue again demonstrated the value of this format for the ruling party and the opposition representatives to come together …
Read More» Kelly C. Degnan’s nomination confirmed unanimously by the U.S. Senate (December 20) The U.S. Embassy is pleased to share the news that the U.S. Senate has confirmed by unanimous consent Kelly C. Degnan’s nomination to become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Georgia. Ambassador-Designate Degnan will take her oath of …
Read More» Human Rights and the Iranian Regime (December 19) SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Good morning. Thank you, all. Thank you. Good morning, everyone. How are you all doing today? Everybody good? It’s an important day here at the State Department, and I appreciate you all joining us. Bob, thanks for the kind introduction, and I’m delighted …
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The U.S. stands with the Iranian people (December 19) U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo vowed to continue U.S. support for the Iranian people as they struggle against a repressive regime that violates human rights. Pompeo told a December 19 U.S. Department of State forum that recent protests in Iran show that the …
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CAO Julius Tsai speaks to Georgian arts and crafts entrepreneurs (December 18) On December 18, CAO Julius Tsai visited an exhibition put on by the Georgian Arts and Culture Center, under the auspices of the PAS grant “Stimulating Startups in Heritage Crafts and Design.” The year-long capacity-building initiative aims to strengthen the arts and craft …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Media Comments on the Sidelines of Ambassadorial 2019 (December 17) Q-n about the letter signed by Congressmen Kinzinger and Connolly CDA Rood: We have seen the letter from Representatives Kinzinger and Connolly, but, as this letter expresses the views of members of Congress, I would refer you to the Congressmen’s office …
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Author of “Georgian Trick Riders in American Wild West’s present to the embassy (December 16) Today CDA Elizabeth Rood hosted Irakli Makharadze, author of “Georgian Trick Riders in American Wild West” at the U.S. Embassy. Mr. Makharadze has been researching the story of Georgian riders in the 1890s-1920s who participated in the famous Buffalo …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Comments to Media after the Third Round of Talks between the Ruling Party and Opposition (December 15) Q-n about the CDA’s impression of the talks as “the opposition claimed they were more constructive than the ruling party did.” CDA Rood: The third round of dialogue again took place in a constructive …
Read More» This Week in Iran Policy (December 13) “As long as [Iran’s] malign behavior continues, so will our campaign of maximum pressure… these sanctions are aimed not at China, not at the Iranian people, but at the leadership of the Islamic Republic of Iran that is engaged in activity that poses threats around the world…We will …
Read More» U.S. Embassy’s statement on supreme court nominees (December 12) Over recent months the U.S. Embassy has closely watched the process of selection of Georgia’s Supreme Court justices for lifetime appointments. In May we expressed disappointment at Parliament’s adoption of selection procedures that failed to incorporate many of the recommendations of the Venice Commission, OSCE/ODIHR, …
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Launch of Developing Regional Information and Voter Empowerment for Democracy (DRIVE) Activity (December 12) Today, on December 12th, USAID, along with the Eastern European Centre for Multiparty Democracy (EECMD) and the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) launched the DRIVE Democracy Activity, a three year one million dollar project designed to help empower Georgian Citizens to …
Read More» U.S. Participation in the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia Press statement by the U.S. Delegation (December 12) During the December 10-11 fiftieth round of the Geneva International Discussions (GID) on the conflict in Georgia, the U.S. delegation expressed frustration that participants have been unable to make progress on core issues and …
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The U.S. supports Georgia in CBRN threat preparedness (December 11) Today CDA Elizabeth Rood opened the 5th Annual Interagency Council on CBRN threats and highlighted the United States and Georgia’s shared commitment to, and investment in, global security. The United States, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), committed equipment and training to Georgia …
Read More» International Human Rights Day 2019 Human Rights Day is observed by the international community every year on 10 December. It commemorates the day in 1948 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights . The formal inception of Human Rights Day dates from 1950, after the Assembly passed resolution 423 (V) inviting all States and interested …
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Major General Carden attended the 25th Anniversary of the State Partnership Program between Georgia and the state of Georgia (December 10) Today Major General Thomas Carden attended the 25th Anniversary of the State Partnership Program to commemorate the enduring relationship between the country of Georgia and the U.S. state of Georgia. The State Partnership Program …
Read More» International Anticorruption Day (December 9) Today, on International Anticorruption Day, we reaffirm our commitment to prevent and combat corruption globally. Corruption obstructs economic growth and development, facilitates transnational crime, and fuels terrorism, robbing citizens around the world of their basic rights. Corruption enables and sustains autocratic leaders, weakens faith in democratic systems, creates opportunities …
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Colonel Bagley speaks at the Women in the Military Field event (December 9) U.S. Defense Attaché to Georgia, Colonel Stephanie Bagley, was invited to share her experience at the Women in the Military Field Speakers event. During her speech, COL Bagley, who is the first female U.S. Defensé Attache to Georgia, spoke about challenges and opportunities for women in the military. She underlined …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s media comment before the start of the meeting between the ruling party and the opposition (December 8) CDA Rood: Last week, the ruling party and opposition met to begin a dialogue aimed at restoring trust and identifying the best way forward to make Georgia 2020 Parliamentary elections a real step forward in …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s media comment made following the meeting between the ruling party and opposition (December 8) Q-n about the outcome of the dialogue CDA Rood: We had a second round of dialogue in a constructive atmosphere, and we agreed that we would meet again to continue the discussion. With the encouragement of the …
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First Shipment of US Wheat Arrives in Georgia (December 6) This week the first shipment of high-quality U.S. wheat arrived in Poti under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food for Progress program. Georgian companies can now buy U.S. Hard Red Winter Wheat in Georgia and explore new ingredient options for high-quality bread and pastries. The …
Read More» Representative Eliot L. Engel, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued the following statement in support of the National Democratic Institute and the International Republican Institute (December 6) “Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Georgia has made tremendous strides forward developing democracy and the rule of law—values at the core of …
Read More» This Week in Iran Policy, December 2-6 (December 6) “Our role…is to support freedom wherever we are able to do so, to create transparency so that the world can see. In Iran, the reporting indicates that there are several hundred people who have been killed by the security forces, thousands detained inside of Iran, …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood attends opening Ceremony at MCC-rehabilitated Kutaisi # 17 School (December 5) On December 5, 2019, Charge d’Affairs Elizabeth Rood attended the opening of #17 Public School in Kutaisi, celebrating its Millennium Challenge Corporation-funded renovation. Kutaisi School # 17, which enrolls more than 1,400 students, was renovated in July of 2019 in the …
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CDA Rood meets Civil Society in Kutaisi (December 5) Today, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood met with civil society activists in Kutaisi to discuss the role of local civil society organizations in representing local citizens and strengthening Georgia’s democracy. The CDA emphasized the U.S. Government’s support for civil society and encouraged the activists to continue to …
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The U.S. Embassy joins “16 Days of Activism” campaign to end gender-based violence (December 5) The U.S. Embassy’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) joined the 16-day campaign against gender-based violence by providing a weeklong training to the Georgian police titled “Domestic Violence Practical Intervention.” The classes were taught by U.S. police …
Read More» CDA Rood’s Remarks to the media at the International Black Sea University (December 2) q-n about the event This is the 12th annual American Cities Conference of the International Black Sea University, and it is such a wonderful opportunity for experts in this field to discuss the latest research and developments having to with the …
Read More» CDA Rood’s comment to media after the meeting between the opposition and the ruling party (November 30) Q-n: about the details of the dialogue that has just finished, of the ruling party considers the German model complies with the Georgian constitution CDA Rood: This morning, before this meeting started, I said that we hoped …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Comment to Media at Biltmore Hotel (November 30) Q-n about the significance of the consensus between the ruling party and the opposition, and If this can be achieved CDA Rood; As you recall, the United States, along with the European Union Delegation, expressed a strong hope and called for a dialogue …
Read More» U.S. Support for Ukrainian Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity (November 27) The United States reaffirms our unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in the lead up to the December 9 Normandy Format Summit among Ukraine, France, Germany, and Russia — the first since 2016. The United States is committed to working with our …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood visiting Kharagauli (November 26) November 26, Chargé d’Affairs Elizabeth Rood traveled to Kharagauli, where she visited several historic monuments, including the “Devi Cave,” the site of the oldest prehistoric human remains in the territory of Georgia. CDA Rood also visited a museum exhibition in Kharagauli, where she viewed the work of artist Badri Philishvili, a self-taught painter and musician from …
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U.S. company wins first-ever approval of Ebola vaccine (November 26) The U.S. pharmaceutical firm Merck & Co. has won the first-ever regulatory approval of a vaccine against the Ebola virus, a major boon in the fight against the deadly disease. The European Commission’s November 10 decision granting a significant step toward full approval of …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25) In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States is proud to reaffirm its commitment to defending the rights of …
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Minister of Defense Irakli Gharibashvili Visit to the United States (November 25) November 25, 2019. Georgian Minister of Defense Irakli Gharibashvili completed an official visit to the United States, the highlights of which were meeting with United States Deputy Secretary of Defense David Norquist and the signing of the Bilateral Security Cooperation Framework. Minister Gharibashvili …
Read More» This Week in Iran Policy, November 18-22 (November 22) “As Iranians take to the streets in protest, the Ayatollahs in Tehran continue to use violence and imprisonment to oppress their people. The United States’ message is clear: the American people stand with the people of Iran.” – Vice President Mike Pence, Twitter, November 20 …
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Culture for Canines (November 21) On November 21, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood hosted Culture for Canines, a fundraiser for the Dog Organization of Georgia (DOG). The acclaimed Balada trio and their conductor Nana Kalandadze, Juilliard-trained pianist David Aladashvili, and jazz singer Maia Baratashvili serenaded guests in a stellar concert followed auctions to raise funds for …
Read More» Honoring the Heroes in the 1979 Attack on the U.S. Embassy Islamabad (November 20) Forty years ago, the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, was attacked and nearly burned to the ground by a violent group of protesters. Today, we honor the four members of the Embassy team killed in that tragic event: two Americans – …
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U.S. infrastructure company “Acrow Bridge” ready to do business in Georgia (November 19) On November 19, 2019, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood hosted a reception to present U.S. infrastructure company Acrow Bridge to representatives of the Georgian government, international organizations, and the business community. In her welcome remarks, CDA Rood and Deputy Minister of Infrastructure Irakli Karseladze highlighted the desire for more …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at 5th Annual Meeting on Hep C (November 19) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Elizabeth Rood: With the help of the United States, Georgian health authorities have made extraordinary progress towards eradicating hepatitis C here in Georgia. At today’s meeting, experts from different parts of the world are coming …
Read More» Joint Maritime Operations Center Interagency Council Meeting (November 18) On November 18, Charge d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood met with members of the Joint Maritime Operations Center (JMOC) Interagency Council to discuss progress and encourage support for the future development of the JMOC. The JMOC is an interagency coordination center for early detection, identification, and response to maritime threats …
Read More» Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) (November 18) On November 18 Acting DCM Jason Kalbfleisch met with aspiring and established entrepreneurs as he kicked off Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) of Georgia, supported by the U.S. Embassy has created a week of programming around the country, including promoting entrepreneurship among youth and women …
Read More» Statement by the Embassy of the United States of America and the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia (November 17) The Embassy of the United States of America and the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia recognize the deep disappointment of a wide segment of Georgian society at the failure of Parliament to …
Read More» The US Embassy Statement on Detention of Dr. Vazha Gaprindashvili (November 16) The U.S. Embassy calls for the immediate release of Dr. Vazha Gaprindashvili, a well-known Georgian physician and president of the Association of Orthopedists and Traumatologists of Georgia, who was sentenced by the de facto authorities in Georgia’s South Ossetia region on November 15 …
Read More» U.S. Embassy statement on Parliamentary vote on proportional elections (November 14) As we stated previously, the U.S. Embassy welcomed the Georgian Dream party’s stated intention to transition to fully proportional parliamentary elections in 2020 and considered this an important step in advancing Georgia’s democratic development and strengthening trust among political parties. We are disappointed, therefore, …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Small Group Ministerial (November 14) SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good morning, everyone. Welcome. I first want to thank Secretary General Stoltenberg, Under Secretary of Defense Rood – John – and the representatives of 31 partners for being here today. Thank you all so much …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood’s comment to media at the announcement of the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) to fund a project on the conservation of damaged stones on the facades of the Major Church at Jvari Monastery (November 12) q-n about the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) on the Jvari Monastery damage study …
Read More» On November 12, the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi will announce funding for a project focused on the conservation of damaged stones on the facades of the Major Church at Jvari Monastery. Funding for the project was made available by a grant through the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The $100,000 project will be implemented by …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Tbilisi, Georgia (November 7, 2019) Location: Cinema locations in Tbilisi and Batumi, November 8-10 at various showtimes between 7:00pm and 11:00pm. Event: Potential Protest Activity at Movie Screenings Various groups are calling for protests against the screening of the movie “And Then We Danced” in Georgia November 8 – 10. …
Read More» OSCE Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities, Ambassador Lamberto Zannier (November 7) Click here to view the report (PDF, 151 Kb)
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CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to media at GDSC 2019 (November 6) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: Georgia’s Defense and Security Conference is an excellent opportunity for people in government and experts in the security and defense fields to talk about Georgia’s progress towards Euro-Atlantic integration. This year’s conference is going to …
Read More» International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (November 2) In far too many places around the world, journalists are killed, tortured, jailed, and harassed for reporting that exposes the abuses of corrupt regimes, undermines the work of terrorist and criminal organizations, gives voice to overlooked communities, and counters disinformation. As of December …
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Freedom of expression is a value shared by Georgia and the United States and a basic condition for individual liberty and for maintaining a free society. On November 1, CDA Rood spoke at Transparency International Georgia’s conference on hate speech, an event supported by USAID’s Promoting Rule of Law in Georgia activity. She emphasized that …
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CDA Rood Attends NATO-Georgia Public Diplomacy Forum (October 31) CDA Elizabeth Rood at the 4th Annual NATO-Georgia Public Diplomacy Forum to chair a panel discussion called “Investing in Resilience: The Power of Education.” The NATO-Georgia Public Diplomacy Forum provides a high-level platform for cross-sector collaboration in order to explore the common ground and goals between …
Read More» Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Jason Kalbfleisch’s comments to media at U.S. Education Fair Tbilisi (October 30) Q-n about U.S. Education Fair A/DCM Jason Kalbfleisch: We are very excited today to have 16 American universities here. I think it is a great opportunity for Georgian students and for the United States. The U.S. Embassy …
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The U.S. Government donates a truck to Georgian K9 unit (October 28) Today CDA Rood met the Georgian Ministry of Interior’s working drug detection dogs. Since 2014, the U.S. government has trained 14 dogs for the Georgian MoI to strengthen its ability to stop to flow of illegal drugs. Today the dogs and their handlers …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump on the Death of ISIS Leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi (October 27) Diplomatic Reception Room 9:20 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Last night, the United States brought the world’s number one terrorist leader to justice. Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead. He was the founder and leader of ISIS, the most ruthless and violent …
Read More» On the Death of Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi (October 27) This is a great day for the United States, the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, and people all across the world who have suffered far too long from the cruelty of terrorism. ISIS’s leader, Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi, met the fate that he long-deserved, taken down …
Read More» International Religious Freedom Day (October 27) Freedom of religion is a cherished American value and a fundamental freedom. The Founding Fathers understood religious freedom not as the state’s creation, but as the unalienable birthright of human beings. Today, we commemorate the 21st anniversary of the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRF Act), landmark legislation …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Media Remarks at Millennium Innovations Awards (October 26) Question about the event CDA Elizabeth Rood: I am very pleased to join Deputy Minister of Education Irine Abuladze, Millennium Foundation Chef Executive Magda Maghradze, representatives of the U.S Embassy, and partners from the government and private sector to launch the Sixth Annual …
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Charge d’affaires Elizabeth Rood Comment to Media at the Reception on USS Porter (October 24) CDA Rood: It is my honor to welcome the USS Porter crew in Batumi today. We look forward to increasing relations between the United States and Georgia in matters of Black Sea security. The USS Porter’s visit is the …
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The USS Porter Visits Batumi Port (October 22) On October 22, USS Porter (DDG 78) entered Batumi harbor. The visit serves to highlight the continued cooperation between the U.S. and Georgia to promote regional peace and stability. Commander C.M. Trent was greeted by Georgian Officials at the harbor and offered a traditional glass of Georgian …
Read More» The USS Porter Visits Batumi Port (October 22) The United States Ship (USS) Porter (DDG 78) arrives in Batumi for a port visit on October 22. The visit serves to highlight the continued cooperation between the U.S. and Georgia by promoting regional peace and stability. This will be the ship’s second visit to Georgia. …
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CDA Rood meets Women in Science camp participants (October 18) On October 18, CDA Elizabeth Rood met with participants of the Women in Science (WiSci) STEAM camp to congratulate and encourage them to follow their dreams pursuing science, technology, engineering, arts & design, and mathematics (STEAM) in their higher education and careers. WiSci Girls’ STEAM …
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Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood’s Comments to Media at USAID Elections and Political Processes Program (October 18) q-n about the new 14$ million USAID project aimed to empowered citizens for responsive politics Elections and Political Processes program Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: Georgia is standing at a very important moment in its democratic development because the anticipated move …
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Supporting Georgian National Parks Preservation and Economic Sustainability (October 17) On October 17, the United States government, through USAID/Georgia, invested $1,600,000 in a five-year program to preserve and protect Georgia’s national parks while generating economic opportunities. The USAID National Parks and Ecotourism Program (NPE) will support Georgia’s Journey to Self-Reliance by transitioning the operation …
Read More» Special Representative for Syria Engagement James F. Jeffrey Remarks to the Traveling Press (October 17) MS ORTAGUS: Do you have something to say first? AMBASSADOR JEFFREY: Yeah, just the Vice President, Mike Pompeo, and National Security Advisor O’Brien came out here to carry out the President’s directive to get a ceasefire as soon as possible in …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Call with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu (October 16) The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke yesterday with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu. Secretary Pompeo reiterated U.S. opposition to Turkey’s military offensive and underscored President Trump’s call for the Turkish Government to stop its invasion …
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Pompeo on religious freedom: The world must hear the truth (October 15) U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo laid out the “dire condition of religious freedom around the world” and highlighted the Trump administration’s efforts to safeguard human dignity. Around the world, “more than 80% of mankind lives in areas where religious freedom is …
Read More» Sanctioning the Government of Turkey in Response to the Ongoing Military Offensive in Northeast Syria (October 14) On Friday, the United States signaled its intent to take action in response to Turkey’s ongoing unilateral military offensive in northeast Syria. President Donald J. Trump has now signed an Executive Order to press Turkey to halt …
Read More» Senior State Department Officials On the Situation in Syria (October 10) MODERATOR: Thanks, everybody, for joining us this afternoon. Sorry to be a few minutes late here at the end of the day, but this is a follow-up from the backgrounder that we had with our State Department bullpen on Monday. We’re going to …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at EPAG’s 5th Anniversary (October 8) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Elizabeth Rood: Of all the diplomatic tools the United States has for strengthening and deepening the strategic partnership between the United States and Georgia, probably the most powerful, and the most effective, is our exchange programs, …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Dialogue Platform Event (October 7) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Elizabeth Rood: The United States Embassy is very pleased to support this dialogue on quality of life and preserving cultural heritage. We believe it is very important in a country like Georgia, where cultural heritage is so …
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The U.S. Government through USAID supports Georgia in Improving the Quality of Governance (October 2) The U.S. Government, in partnership with the Government of Georgia, is working to improve the quality of governance in the country. Democracy flourishes when government agencies are transparent, accountable, and effective. The government of the United States, through USAID’s Good Governance Initiative, supports …
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A new border police station opens in Georgia through the U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency funding (October 2) Border Police officers often work under difficult conditions. That is why it is especially important that their living and working infrastructure is modern and comfortable. From now on, through funding from the U.S. Government, Khriani Border …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at National Day of China (September 27) Q-n about the national day of China CDA Rood: The United States is happy to congratulate China on its national day, and we hope that Georgia’s relations with China, as well as with many friends and partners, will contribute to regional …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at the Announcement of OPIC Loan to Liberty Bank (September 25) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Elizabeth Rood: The United States Embassy is very pleased that the United States Overseas Private Investment Corporation, or OPIC, is providing this loan of $15 million to Liberty Bank. This will allow …
Read More» The United States Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Transporting Iranian Oil (September 25) Today, the United States is taking further action as part of our maximum economic pressure campaign against the Iranian regime and those who enable its destabilizing behavior. We are imposing sanctions on certain Chinese firms for knowingly engaging in a …
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The U.S. Government Supports Georgian Hazelnut Producers via USAID (September 24) In western Georgia, the hazelnut sector is represented by small farmers who face barriers to producing consistently high-quality crops, mostly due to a lack of handling services after the harvest. Unfortunately, the industry’s current drying capacity is less than ten percent of the annual …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood participates in World Clean up Day (September 22) Today, on September 22, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood participated in World Clean Up Day 2019 Event, which took place at Krtsanisi Park, Tbilisi. Together with the volunteers, USAID representatives, staff members and officials of Wildlife Agency of the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture …
Read More» U.S. Sanctions Iran’s Central Bank, National Development Fund, and Etemad Tejarat Pars (September 20) In a failed attempt to disrupt the global economy, the Islamic Republic of Iran attacked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This act of aggression was sophisticated in its planning and brazen in its execution. Regardless of transparent attempts to shift …
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Providing Custom-Built Wheelchairs for Georgian Army Veterans (September 20) On September 20, Georgian veteran-owned company provided custom-built wheelchairs to Georgian veterans to help them gain the mobility and independence they need to readapt and thrive in civilian life. These chairs are built by Georgian veterans who have first-hand knowledge of the needs of their fellow …
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Charge d’Affairs Elizabeth Rood Media Remarks on the sidelines of the Black Sea 2nd Regional Steering Committee Meeting (September 17) q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs Elizabeth Rood: The United States Embassy in Tbilisi is very pleased to be a sponsor of the 2nd Black Sea Regional Steering Committee of the Container Control Program of the …
Read More» Condemning Taliban Violence (September 17) The United States condemns the recent Taliban attacks on the people, institutions, and infrastructure of Afghanistan. Just today, the Taliban has claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack carried out by a suicide bomber in Kabul that killed more than 20 Afghans. They also claimed responsibility for a blast in …
Read More» International Day of Democracy (September 15) On this International Day of Democracy, we reflect on our nation’s unwavering commitment to the unalienable rights that create the foundation of our democracy. In the United States, those rights are defined by respect for individual liberty and human dignity. A vibrant, diverse, and independent civil society is …
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The commemoration of the 18th anniversary of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks (September 11) The passage of time will never diminish the magnitude of the loss or the courage, compassion, strength, and unity displayed during one of America’s darkest hours. The horrific events of that September morning shook America, Georgia, and its friends and allies …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At the Department of State‘s 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony (September 11) SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning. I’m very proud to remember this day with my State Department family. As Abraham Lincoln once said, that the “silent artillery of time” erodes the memory of important things. So I’m thankful you are all here …
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DTRA Contributes Equipment to National Food Agency to Support Animal Health Protection in Georgia (September 10) Within the framework of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Program, refrigerators for storing veterinary medicine have been installed in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti and Guria regional departments of the National Food Agency (NFA). With the purpose of protecting animal …
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Acting Assistant Secretary Philip Reeker’s Opening Remarks at the Tbilisi International Conference (September 9) Thank you all for coming, and thank you to Georgia and the Georgian people and the government, for a very warm welcome here and particularly to the conference today. The McCain Institute is an organization I hold very close to …
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Acting Assistant Secretary Phil Reeker’s press brief at the administrative boundary line near Odzisi (September 8) Acting Assistant Secretary Phil Reeker: Thank you all for coming today. It is an honor for me to be able to visit Georgia, to see the great progress this country has made. The United States has a long …
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Acting Assistant Secretary Philip Reeker visits the Administrative Boundary Line near the village Odzisi (September 8) Acting U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Philip Reeker expresses his concern about de facto authorities’ repeated threats to close ABL crossing points for “indefinite” periods of time following a briefing by Georgian officials while …
Read More» Acting Assistant Secretary Reeker Travels to Germany and Georgia (September 5) Acting Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Philip T. Reeker will travel to Germany and Georgia September 6-10 to engage in several key events and meet with senior leaders. On September 6, Ambassador Reeker will stop in Munich and meet with the team …
Read More» Kelly C. Degnan of California, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Georgia (September 4) Ms. Degnan, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, currently serves as the Political Advisor to the Commander of United States Naval Forces Europe – the United States Naval Forces Africa. Previously, she was Deputy Chief …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Individuals to Key Administration Posts (September 3) Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key positions in his Administration: Peter M. Haymond of Virginia, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Mr. Haymond is …
Read More» New Sanctions Designations on Iran’s Space Program (September 3) Today, the Department of State designated the Iran Space Agency and two of its research institutes under Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and WMD delivery systems and their supporters – the first time the United States is publicly …
Read More» Military Buildup in the Russian-occupied Georgian region of South Ossetia (August 30) The United States is monitoring reports of military buildup near the administrative boundary line (ABL) of the Russian-occupied Georgian region of South Ossetia. We call on all sides to avoid escalation and work through the European Monitoring Mission hotline and the Geneva International …
Read More» Statement by the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs (August 30) “Russia’s further militarization of South Ossetia is outrageous & unacceptable. Putin and his government continue to recklessly disregard the sovereignty of other nations. Russia must immediately cease its destructive behavior and respect Georgian sovereignty.”
Read More» This Week in Iran Policy (August 26-30) DESIGNATION OF INDIVIDUALS AND ENTITIES LINKED TO IRANIAN PROCUREMENT NETWORKS UNDER E.O. 13382 “Today, the U.S. sanctioned entities responsible for moving over $1 million worth of proliferation-sensitive electronic parts and aluminum alloys for the Iranian regime. U.S. pressure will continue until the regime changes course.” – Secretary …
Read More» Joint statement on so-called “presidential elections” in Abkhazia (August 26) Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Canada, Estonia, Finland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Romania, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom and the United States of America do not recognize the legitimacy of the so-called ‘presidential elections’ held in Georgia’s Abkhazia region by the de facto authorities in Sokhumi …
Read More» The Department of State’s Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus at the Department’s Press Briefing on August 21 commented about “borderization” in Georgia (August 21) On to Georgia. The United States is troubled by reports that Russian-backed de facto authorities have resumed the installation of fencing on Georgian territory near the administrative boundary line of the Russian-occupied Georgian region …
Read More» World Humanitarian Day (August 19) Michael R. Pompeo SECRETARY OF STATE Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the tireless efforts of humanitarian workers, who every day risk their personal safety on behalf of people whose lives are disrupted when crises hit. We applaud the commitment of humanitarian aid workers who persist despite the dangers, …
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Construction of a new Rehabilitation Center in Tserovani (August 18) “A new Rehabilitation Center is being constructed in Tserovani for our hero soldiers who were wounded while fighting to protect the territorial integrity of Georgia and during international military operations. This will be the only center in our region complying with the highest standards …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media (August 16) q-n about recent events in Gugutiantkari Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: The United States government is deeply troubled by the news that the Russian backed authorities in South Ossetia have resumed building fencing at the village of Gugutiantkari. This is a very negative development, it harms security in …
Read More» U.S. Embassy statement on borderization in the village of Gugutiantkari (August 15) The U.S. Embassy is troubled by reports that Russian-backed de-facto authorities have resumed the installation of fencing at the village of Gugutiantkari, near the Administrative Boundary Line of the Russian-occupied Georgian territory of South Ossetia. The process of “borderization” is a threat …
Read More» Iranian Vessel Grace I (August 15) The United States assesses that the M/T Grace I was assisting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) by transporting oil from Iran to Syria. This could result in serious consequences for any individuals associated with the Grace I. The IRGC has been designated a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) by …
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The new Chairman of the Ministry of Justice Public Service Development Agency (August 14) Zurab Sanikidze, U.S. Embassy’s IVLP program participant and a graduate of the Harvard Kennedy School of Governance, was appointed as a Chairman of the Ministry of Justice Public Service Development Agency. Congratulations to one of our distinguished alumni on this …
Read More» 11th Anniversary of Russia’s Invasion of Georgia (August 8) It has been eleven years since Russia’s military invasion of Georgia, when hundreds were killed or injured and over 190,000 civilians were displaced. For many, the impact of the conflict continues: livelihoods remain destroyed, families remain separated, freedom of movement has not been restored, and property has not …
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CDA Elisabeth Rood visits Tserovani (August 7) “In the 11 years since the Russian invasion of Georgia, each of these houses has come to tell a story of loss – the loss of families, friends, homes, and loved ones. But they also tell stories of courage, friendship, and the resilience of people and the country …
Read More» Imposition of a Second Round of Sanctions on Russia under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act (August 2) Today, pursuant to the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 (CBW Act), the United States is announcing a second round of sanctions on Russia for its use …
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WRAIR Externship Graduation Ceremony On July 31, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research hosted a graduation ceremony for externs who concluded the three-week program. Both Ana Kuchuashvili and Ani Rukhadze are San Diego State University – Georgia students who were selected from a highly competitive pool of STSU/TSU applicants. The students were instructed on the …
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Police Academy Hosts Training on Weapons of Mass Destruction Crime Scene Investigation The U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) International Counter Proliferation Program (ICP) organized a training course on Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Crime Scene Operations (CSO) at the Police Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia. The course enhanced Georgian government …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy Statement on Criminal Charges Against TBC Bank Co-founders Mamuka Khazaradze and Badri Japaridze We are closely following developments related to the criminal charges the Georgian Prosecutor General’s Office has filed against TBC Bank co-founders Mamuka Khazaradze and Badri Japaridze. We are concerned about the context and timing of these charges. An impartial …
Read More» Statement on Rustavi 2 (July 19) We have watched carefully the situation related to the July 18 ruling of the European Court of Human Rights on Rustavi 2. Freedom of speech and a media landscape representative of a plurality of views are foundations of democracy. We encourage the implementation of the Court’s ruling in a …
Read More» Designation of Persons Linked to Iranian Weapons of Mass Destruction Procurement Network (July 18) Michael R. Pompeo SECRETARY OF STATE Today, the United States designated 12 entities and individuals based in Iran, Belgium, and China that are linked to the nuclear proliferation-sensitive activities of the Iran Centrifuge Technology Company – known by its Persian acronym, …
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Elizabeth Rood’s Comments to Media at GDRP Live–fire (July 16) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: One of the most important parts of the U.S. – Georgia partnership in the military and security sphere is the Georgia Defense Readiness Program and this year’s training is taking place within this program. In the …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Georgia’s European Way Conference Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: I congratulate Georgia on hosting the 16th conference on Georgia’s European Way. This conference also coincides with the 10th anniversary of Georgia’s participation in the Eastern Partnership with the European Union. It is a good time …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media on the sidelines of the 16th annual conference on Georgia’s European Way in Batumi (July 11) q-n about the conference and the importance of diversifying markets for Georgia in the light of recent events Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: Well, we congratulate Georgia on convening this 16th annual conference on Georgia’s …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Family Picnic Celebrating Independence Day Jointly with the American Chamber of Commerce (July 6) Q-n about the celebration of the grounds of the U.S. Embassy Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: We are very happy today to be celebrating the 243rd anniversary of the United States of America with …
Read More» Elizabeth Rood’s Comments to Media at Peace Corps G-19 Swearing-In Ceremony (July 5) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: I am very pleased that these 41 new volunteers of the Peace Corps will start their duty all around Georgia. Since 2001, more than 900 Peace Corps Volunteers have served in Georgia. The …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Independence Day Celebration Organized by American Friendship Club (July 4) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: it is a great pleasure to join with Friends of the United States’ in Georgia to celebrate the 243rd anniversary of America’s independence. July 4th is a very important …
Read More» Charge d’affaires Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at the 4th of July Reception Q-n: about the 4th of July Reception Charge d’affaires Elizabeth Rood: It is a great pleasure to celebrate tonight the 243rd anniversary of the independence of the United States of America, and it is a special honor and pleasure to celebrate …
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Exercise Sea Breeze 2019 Kicks Off in Ukraine (July 1) ODESA, Ukraine — Exercise Sea Breeze 2019 kicked off following opening ceremonies in Odesa, Ukraine, July 1. Sea Breeze, now in its 19th iteration, will run through July 12 and is designed to enhance interoperability among participating nations and strengthen regional security by focusing on …
Read More» Maduro Dictatorship Tortures Opponent to Death (June 30) U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson June 30, 2019 The United States condemns the killing and torture of Capitan de Corbeta Rafael Acosta Arévalo, a Venezuelan Naval Officer, who died while in the custody of Maduro’s thugs and their Cuban …
Read More» International Youth Soccer Players Celebrate the FIFA Women’s World Cup During Sports Diplomacy Exchange Program in the United States (June 28) Approximately 75 youth female soccer players and their coaches from 13 countries will travel to New Jersey from June 29 – July 13, 2019, as part of a Bureau of Educational and Cultural …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Statement Following June 20 Protests (June 26) The U.S. Embassy is following closely developments in Georgia after the June 20 protests in Tbilisi. Although it is important that acts of violence, as well as incidents of excessive use of force against demonstrators, be investigated, we urge the Georgian authorities to proceed with balance …
Read More» Executive Order to Impose Sanctions on the Office of the Supreme Leader of Iran (June 24) Today, the White House issued an Executive Order sanctioning the Supreme Leaders Office and authorizing further sanctions on those associated with it. This action was taken as part of the Administrations maximum pressure campaign against the Iranian regime, …
Read More» Joint Statement on Tbilisi Pride decision to postpone “March of Dignity” (June 22) We welcome the decision by the organizers of Tbilisi Pride to postpone the “March of Dignity” planned for 22 June 2019. Participation in peaceful demonstrations of this sort is an expression of every person’s fundamental human right to freedom of expression …
Read More» Statement on Iranian Disinformation (June 22) Iran’s leaders know the truth is a dangerous thing. It is important to correct the record. First, President Trump did not pass a message through Oman calling for talks with Iran. We have made our position abundantly clear. We are willing to engage when the time is right. …
Read More» Former DCM Nicolas Berliner’s Remarks to Media at MCC Closing Gala (June 21) Q-n: how would you assess yesterday’s events? Nicolas Berliner: We were obviously very concerned seeing those events. I think, first of all, it’s important to know that violence is unacceptable, and then second that there needs to be dialogue here in …
Read More» Joint Statement of the U.S. Embassy and the EU Delegation to Georgia. We are following very closely events at the Georgian Parliament in Tbilisi this evening. We recognize the hurt that many people feel today. We urge all sides to remain calm, show restraint, and act within the framework of the Constitution at all times.
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood at Diplomat Discussion Series (June 15) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: I am very pleased to meet the open media group today and colleagues from my embassy, and from the Georgian parliament, in this discussion for students and young professionals. We plan to discuss our partnership, our cooperation in the areas of economy, …
Read More» Statement on the Fourth Wave of Judicial Reform (June 13) The U.S. Embassy and the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia welcome the final draft legislation on the “fourth wave” of judicial reforms as a result of a broad consensus achieved in the working group composed of different actors, including the international community, civil …
Read More» Statements to the Press With Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze As Part of the U.S.-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission (June 11) SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s my pleasure to be with you here today. Mr. Prime Minister, you’re concluding a week of travel here across the United States. You told me you’re headed to …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze (June 11) Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today in Washington with Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze and formally opened the 10th anniversary plenary of the U.S.-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission . They discussed Georgia’s partnership with NATO, cooperation on issues of regional security, and reforms necessary for Georgia to ensure the rule of law and fair …
Read More» Joint Declaration on the U.S. – Georgia Strategic Partnership (June 11) Today, on June 11, 2019, and in recognition of the 10th anniversary of our Charter on Strategic Partnership, the United States and Georgia reaffirm our commitment to the U.S. – Georgia strategic partnership and the core principles of our friendship. Since 2009, the …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy Statement on de facto “elections” in Georgia’s South Ossetia Region The United States does not recognize the legitimacy of the so-called parliamentary elections held in Georgia’s South Ossetia region on June 9, and will not acknowledge their outcome. Our position on Abkhazia and South Ossetia remains clear: these regions are integral parts …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at MCC Renovated School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Kutaisi (June 6) At the reopening of Kutaisi #10 and #32 Public Schools reopening Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: Through our $54 million investment in Georgia’s schools, we will help Georgian students get a world-class education. Nearly 1,500 students in Kutaisi …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump on the 75th Commemoration of D-Day (June 6) THE PRESIDENT: President Macron, Mrs. Macron, and the people of France; to the First Lady of the United States and members of the United States Congress; to distinguished guests, veterans, and my fellow Americans: We are gathered here on Freedom’s Altar. On these …
Read More» D-Day 75th anniversary “Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you. In company with our brave Allies and …
Read More» MCC Vice President Celebrates First Commencement of San Diego State University in Georgia (June 5) TBILISI, June 5, 2019 – The U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Vice President for the Department of Compact Operations, Anthony Welcher, joined Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili, San Diego State University (SDSU) President Adela de la Torre, and U.S. …
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DCM Jeff Reneau at MCC Gender Roundtable (May 30) Q-n about the event A/DCM, Jeff Reneau: I am very pleased to be here today with MCC, and also with leaders of Parliament, as well as the Ministry of Education. The program is very specific to attracting and supporting girls and women in STEM fields. This is …
Read More» Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at USDA Food for Progress Program Launch Ceremony (May 28) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Elizabeth Rood: We are pleased to announce the start of the new five-year USDA Food for Progress program. This $14.5 million program will strengthen Georgia’s beef and dairy industries. Land O’Lakes will implement this …
Read More» Dr. Redfield’s Comments to Media at FELTP Network Launch (May 24) Q-n about the importance of the FELTP program Dr. Robert Redfield: Well, the Field Epidemiology Program is a very important program that can build public health capacity of the countries in which it’s developing. In our country many years ago we developed what we call the EIS program and it really is …
Read More» Dr. Robert Redfield’s Remarks to Media after Meeting with Minister of Health (May 23) Q-n about the main purpose of his visit to Georgia and the main topic of the meeting with the Minister of Health Dr. Robert Redfield: The most important reason for me to be here is to learn, from the Minister …
Read More» Launch of South Caucasus Regional Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Program (SC/FELTP) Alumni Network (May 22) TBILISI, May 22, 2019—Director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Dr. Robert Redfield will visit Georgia to observe a wide variety of U.S.-Georgia cooperative health projects and to formally launch the South Caucasus Field Epidemiology and …
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International community calls for an end to violence and discrimination against LGBTQI+ persons in Georgia (May 17) This joint statement is issued by the United Nations Resident Coordinator; the Ambassadors of the European Union (EU), Austria, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom; the Head of Mission of the United …
Read More» EU and U.S. Embassies’ Joint Statement on the Fourth Wave of Judicial Reform (May 16) The U.S. Embassy and the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia would like to commend the fourth wave working group on productive meetings during 11-12 May and collaboration on judicial reform. We hope that the group will strongly …
Read More» Condemning the Attack on U.S. NGO in Kabul (May 9) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 9, 2019 The United States strongly condemns the Taliban attack against Counterpart International, a U.S. nonprofit organization and USAID implementing partner in Kabul. The organization targeted yesterday runs programs that encourage dialogue on peace, increase youth …
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First Anniversary of President Trump’s New Iran Strategy (May 8) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 8, 2019 One year ago today, President Trump announced the United States would cease to participate in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and would instead embark on a bold new strategy to end Iran’s destabilizing …
Read More» DAS Kent Remarks to Media at Democracy Working Group Meeting (May 3) Q-n about the event DAS Kent: The U.S. is here in support of our partner, Georgia. We support Georgia’s success as a prosperous country, a secure country, and one with democratic and accountable institutions. This is the Democratic Working Group, but really …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo Tightens Nuclear Restrictions on Iran (May 3) Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC May 3, 2019 The Trump administration continues to hold the Iranian regime accountable for activities that threaten the region’s stability and harm the Iranian people. This includes denying Iran any pathway to a nuclear weapon. As part of the administration’s unprecedented …
Read More» Advancing the Maximum Pressure Campaign by Restricting Iran’s Nuclear Activities (May 3) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 3, 2019 Maximum Pressure Campaign The Administration has imposed the toughest sanctions ever on the Iranian regime. We will continue to apply maximum pressure until Iran’s leaders change their destructive behavior, respect the rights of their …
Read More» Remarks at the Department of State Foreign Affairs Day (May 3) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC May 3, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon. It wonderful to be with you today. It’s the 54th Foreign Affairs Day, a great celebration.Frankly, I’m a little bit intimidated. You all in this room have …
Read More» Charge d’Affairs Ross Wilson’s comment made to the media at the Georgian –American University celebrating the 27th anniversary of U.S. – Georgia diplomatic relations (May 2) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Ambassador Wilson: So, this is a really happy day here, to commemorate 27 years of U.S.-Georgian relations and the opening of our Embassy almost …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Statement on Supreme Court Legislation (May 1) The United States has consistently supported Georgia in its process of judicial reforms. While the legislation adopted by Parliament today provides for transparency and criteria for Supreme Court nominations, we are disappointed it does not fully reflect recommendations from the Venice Commission, OSCE/ODIHR, and the U.S., …
Read More» Death of Senator Richard Lugar (April 30) Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 30, 2019 It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of Senator Richard Lugar on April 28. Senator Lugar is well known for his contributions to the diplomatic history of the United States, particularly in the field of non-proliferation. …
Read More» Increased Violence in Northwest Syria (April 30) Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 30, 2019 The United States is alarmed by the escalation of violence in Idlib and northern Hama. Ongoing Russian and regime airstrikes, along with attacks by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and other groups connected to Al Qaeda in Syria, continue to destabilize …
Read More» The Iranian Regime’s Crackdown on Women Activists (April 30) Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 30, 2019 The United States strongly condemns the Iranian regime’s growing crackdown on women advocating for their human rights. Yasmin Aryani, Monireh Arabshahi, and Mojgan Keshavarz have been arrested in recent days for the crime of peacefully protesting compulsory …
Read More» Death of Senator Richard Lugar (April 30) Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 30, 2019 It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of Senator Richard Lugar on April 28. Senator Lugar is well known for his contributions to the diplomatic history of the United States, particularly in the field of non-proliferation. …
Read More» Statement on Ambassador Wilson’s Departure (April 25) Ambassador Ross Wilson, who has served as American Chargé d’Affaires in Tbilisi since early November, will be departing Georgia and returning to private life upon completion of his temporary assignment in mid-May. He was honored to have the opportunity to represent the United States in Georgia and to …
Read More» You Are Welcome Here I want to congratulate all students in Georgia who have received offers of admission from one of the over 4,700 accredited institutions of higher learning in the United States. Graduates of U.S. universities have gone on to become leaders and innovators in many fields around the world, and you should be proud …
Read More» CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at USS Ross Visit (April 23) Q-n about the visit Charge d’Afffairs, Ross Wilson: Good evening, welcome to the visit of the USS Ross to Batumi. We are delighted to have this ship here. It is on one of a series of U.S. Naval ship visits to the Black Sea. This …
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Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Rood Welcomed “Participants of Global Innovation through Science and Technology” Regional Startup Training Demo Day (April 23) Comment made to the media: Q-n about the Demo Day DCM Rood: Future economic growth in Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan depends on the energy and innovation of young entrepreneurs. So, the United States …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo Addresses Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka and Iranian Oil Imports (April 22) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC April 22, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone.Before I make my announcement regarding our pressure campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran, I want to address yesterday’s terrorist attack in Sri …
Read More» CDR David Coles Remarks to Media at USS Ross Arrival Ceremony (April 21) Q-n about the event CDR David Coles: Good afternoon, my name is commander David Coles. I am the commanding officer of the USS Ross. On behalf of my officers and crew, I would just like to thank the region of Adjara, as well …
Read More» The USS Ross Visits Batumi Port (April 21) The United States Ship (USS) Ross (DDG 71) arrives in Batumi for a port visit on April 21. The visit serves to highlight the continued cooperation between the U.S. and Georgia by promoting regional peace and stability. This will be the ship’s first visit to Georgia. …
Read More» Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka (April 21) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terror attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter morning. Attacks on innocent people gathering in a place of worship or enjoying a holiday meal are affronts to the universal …
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Walter Reed Army Institute of Research specialists participate in San Diego State University / Tbilisi State University Speaker Series (April 19) Paul Kwon, Shannon Walls, and Brian Knott from Medical Research Directorate- Georgia (Walter Reed Army Institute of Research) participated in the San Diego State University/ Tbilisi State University Speaker Series this Spring 2019. The …
Read More» U.S. Embassy statement regarding developments at Adjara Public Broadcaster (April 18) As strong supporters of a free and independent media, the U.S. Embassy welcomed recent assessments by both ODIHR and EU-UNDP that Ajara Public Broadcaster is an impartial media source. We are following the developments around the broadcaster and its general director, Natia Kapanadze. We …
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2019 International Women in Policing Conference (April 15 – 18) Last week (April 15-18, 2019) the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs section of U.S. Embassy Tbilisi, in cooperation with the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) Budapest hosted the 8th Annual International Women in Policing workshop (WIP) in Budapest, Hungary. INL began hosting the …
Read More» House Democracy Partnership Chair and Co-Chair Statement at Parliament (April 16) Congressman Price: Thank you Mr. Speaker, and thanks to all of your colleagues and many many friends here in Georgia, who welcomed us so warmly. We always feel at home in Georgia. We certainly feel at home with our Parliamentary colleagues, with our …
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U.S. Congressional Delegation to Visit Georgia (April 15) TBILISI, April 15 – A bipartisan delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives will visit Georgia from April 15 – 17, 2019 as part of the House Democracy Partnership (HDP). The HDP is a bipartisan, twenty-member commission of the U.S. House of Representatives that works directly with partner …
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CDA participation in Deployment Ceremony for 43rd Georgian Infantry Battalion (April 8) On April 8, 2019, Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood delivered remarks to the soldiers of the 43rd Georgia Infantry Battalion and to the Marines and Sailors of the Georgia Liaison Team prior to their deployment to Afghanistan in support of NATO’s Resolute Support …
Read More» Joint Statement of the U.S.-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission Working Group on People-to-People and Cultural Exchanges The U.S.-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission’s Working Group on People-to-People and Cultural Exchanges met March 29 in Tbilisi and coordinated new approaches to a variety of topics critical to the bilateral relationship. The United States reaffirmed its strong commitment to …
Read More» Maximum Pressure Campaign on the Regime in Iran (April 4) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 4, 2019 MAXIMUM ECONOMIC PRESSURE The U.S. sanctions have cut off Iran’s access to billions of dollars in oil revenue and are driving its exports lower than ever before. Since last May, 1.5 million barrels of Iranian crude have …
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CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to the Media at Georgian Media Partnership Program (GMPP) Roundtable Meeting (April 3) Q-n about the Georgian Media Partnership Program, its importance, and goals CDA Ambassador Ross Wilson: We are delighted to have this Georgia Media Partnership Program here today. Free and independent media are essential to democracy in any country, and obviously, that includes …
Read More» First American ambassador to Georgia joins the board of Caucasian Journal (March 30) Honorable Kent N. Brown, the first American ambassador to Georgia, became a member of advisory board of Caucasian Journal . Caucasian Journal (CJ) is a multilingual online project, launched earlier this year to assist in civil society development in South Caucasus. Among the journal’s partners …
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NATO’s LANDCOM signs letter of cooperation with Georgia Defence Forces (March 29) TBILISI, Georgia – U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John Thomson, Commander of NATO Allied Land Command (LANDCOM), and Georgian Army Col. Nikoloz Janjgava, First Deputy of Georgia Defence Forces (GDF), signed a letter of cooperation at the NATO-Georgia Joint Training and Evaluation Centre …
Read More» DAS A.Woodward and DCM E. Rood attended the screening of “16 Women for Change” short documentary films (March 28) On March 28, Deputy Assistant Secretary Aleisha Woodward and Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Rood attended the screening of “16 Women for Change” short documentary films to mark Women’s history month. They made comment to the …
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CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at Millennium Innovation Awards Ceremony (March 28) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Ambassador Wilson: I am delighted to be a part of this Annual Millennium Innovation Awards Ceremony that recognizes excellence achieved by young people of Georgia in science, technology, engineering, and math. These are the kinds of skills young …
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DCM Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at the Fifth Annual Women’s Conference (March 27) Q-n about the event Deputy Chief of Mission, Elizabeth Rood: The United States is very happy to attend and support the Fifth Annual Awards for Women who are making extraordinary achievements in leadership, in government, entrepreneurship, business, and the economy. It is very important that the …
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CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at Women’s Empowerment Forum (March 26) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Ambassador Ross Wilson: I was greatly honored to take part in the opening of this conference here organized by the Gender Equality Council and the USAID. It showcases women, dozens of women, who are in that room accomplishing …
Read More» Briefing With Special Representative for Syria Engagement and Special Envoy for the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS Ambassador James Jeffrey (March 25) James F. Jeffrey Special Representative for Syria Engagement and Special Envoy to the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 25, 2019 MR PALLADINO: Hi, everyone. Thanks for coming. A …
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CDA Wilson’s Speech at “Lessons Learned and Steps Ahead” Conference on the 2018 Presidential Election (March 22) As delivered Tbilisi Good morning. It is a pleasure and honor to be here and to represent the United States at this periodic conference. I want to thank all of you who are here and the other organizations …
Read More» CDA Ambassador Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at the Conference “The 2018 Presidential Election: Lessons Learned and Steps Ahead” (March 22) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Ambassador Wilson: I am very pleased and honored to be at this conference today, to take a look at the lessons learned coming out of last year’s elections and the kind …
Read More» The United States Imposes New Nuclear Sanctions on Iran as it Refuses To Answer Questions Related to Its Secret Nuclear Archive (March 22) Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC March 22, 2019 The Trump administration continues to hold the Iranian regime accountable for activities that threaten the region’s stability and harm the Iranian people. This …
Read More» Amendments to the Terrorist Designations of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (March 21) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 21, 2019 The Department of State has amended the terrorist designations of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) to include Amaq News Agency, Al Hayat Media Center, and other aliases. These …
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Infectious Enthusiasm: CDC Hospital Training Sparks Lifesaving Change In Georgia (March 18-19) At a busy hospital in Kutaisi, a simple but lifesaving idea is spreading. At the epicenter are a diverse and lively team of women – nurses, physicians, epidemiologists, and leaders – who have embraced the concept of infection prevention and control (IPC) …
Read More» Human Rights Report for 2018 Preface The United States was founded on the premise that all persons “are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” Our Constitution secures these unalienable rights by proclaiming in the First Amendment that …
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Ross Wilson’s Comments to Media at Gender Equality for Business Award Ceremony (March 11) Q-n about the event Charge d’affairs, Ambassador Ross Wilson: I am delighted to be a part of today’s Business Awards for Gender Equality that the United States’ government helps to support here, as part of a broader effort to promote the success of Georgia, and the success of a half …
Read More» Observance of International Women’s Day (March 8) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC March 8, 2019 The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8. We extend our gratitude to the diverse women and girls around the globe who have made vast contributions in lifting up those facing challenges and …
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Donation of equipment to Dmanisi Youth Medical Education Center (March 7) Today, the U.S. European Command Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) donated household items and equipment to Dmanisi Youth Medical Education Center, which was completely renovated through the U.S.Department of Defense Humanitarian Assistance Program in 2017. Once fully equipped, the center will provide medical services and education to children with non-communicable …
Read More» Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Rood’s media comment at International Black Sea University to Celebrate the Women’s International Day (March 7) Q-n about the IBSU celebration of Women’s International Day DCM Elizabeth Rood: International Women’s Day is the day we honor the women in our lives, but it is also an important occasion to think …
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Ambassador Wilson’s Comment to Media at DEA “I Choose My Future” Program Presentation (March 7) Q-n about the event Charge d’Affairs, Ambassador Wilson: I am absolutely delighted to be paying my first visit to this university as a way to show support for Georgia and to help promote Georgia’s success and especially, to advocate with young people …
Read More» Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine (March 7) As delivered by Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Gregory Macris to the Permanent Council, Vienna March 7, 2019 Thank you, Mr. Chair. The Minsk agreements – in their entirety – are our roadmap to …
Read More» Meeting with students participating in the “I Choose My Future” program at Tbilisi State University (March 7) On March 7, at 11:00, Charge d’Affairs, Ross Wilson will open a presentation on the prevention of drug abuse and address TSU students at a large assembly hall of the first building of Tbilisi State University. The …
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Ambassador Ross Wilson’s Comment to Media at the 6th National Hepatitis C Workshop (March 6) Q-n about the progress made in the Hepatitis C elimination program CDA Ross Wilson: the United States is very proud of our cooperation here on Hepatitis C elimination program in this country. Through this program some 1.5 million citizens …
Read More» We welcome the release of the OSCE/ODIHR final report on the 2018 Presidential elections and share its assessment. The comprehensive recommendations in the report address the shortcomings the Embassy and other international and domestic observers reported during the election. We encourage the Georgian government to implement the recommendations through consultations with the political parties and …
Read More» Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Political Situation in Syria (February 28) Ambassador Jonathan Cohen Acting Permanent Representative U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City February 28, 2019 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President, and thank you, Special Envoy Pedersen, for being here today. The United States congratulates you on …
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U.S. Emergency preparedness team conducts a workshop with Georgians (February 28) An interdisciplinary team of exercise and emergency managers and planners, geospatial and public information experts from the United States’ Civil-Military Emergency Preparedness Program were in Georgia’s capital city of Tbilisi Feb. 25-28, 2019, to conduct the first of several workshops with the ultimate goal …
Read More» DCM Elizabeth Rood’s comment to media on sidelines of the MCC school rehabilitation project in Kutaisi Q-n about Anaklia’s importance for Georgia and its political implications DCM Rood: The Anaklia Deep Sea Port is a very important project. It is important for Georgia’s economic development, it is important for Georgia to fulfill its potential as …
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Ambulances Donation to the LEPL Emergency Situations Coordination and Urgent Assistance Center On 22 February, the U.S. European Command Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) donated four high mobility ambulances to the LEPL Emergency Situations Coordination and Urgent Assistance Center. The vehicles are donated through the U.S. Department of Defense Humanitarian Assistance (HA) Program and will …
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Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Wreath Laying Ceremony in Mtskheta Q-n about the event DCM Elizabeth Rood: We are very honored today to lay a wreath at this monument, which is in honor of the firefighters in the United States who lost their lived in the attack of September 11th. But it’s also a monument to …
Read More» Ambassador Wilson’s Remarks to Media at Parliament Q-n about developments around TBC Bank Chargé d’affaires, Ambassador Wilson: I think we and other diplomats have been following the developments with some concern, because they have some implications for Georgia as a good place to do business. I do not want to get into the specific individuals involved; but I …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Vendor Fair 2019 The U.S. Embassy Procurement Section is planning a Vendor Fair. The goal of this event is to provide awareness of how the embassy conducts business with local vendors. During the Vendor Fair, we will introduce U.S. Embassy solicitation procedures, contracting modalities and payment terms, and serve as an opportunity for local vendors to …
Read More» A Successful Anti-human Trafficking Operation in Marneuli (February 8) By Mark Trainer A human trafficking operation in Marneuli might have gone undetected if police from this small city in the southern portion of the nation of Georgia hadn’t known what to look for and how to ferret out this pervasive and inhuman crime . Only a month earlier, at …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump to the Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS (February 6) State Department Washington, D.C. 3:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much, Mike. And you are doing a spectacular job. I say that on behalf of many people. It’s an honor to be here today at the …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address (February 5) Remarks as prepared for delivery TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: We meet tonight at a moment of unlimited potential. As we begin a …
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Ambassador Wilson’s Remarks to Media at Pace Terminal OPIC Loan Approval Event (February 4) Q-n about the event Chargé d’affaires, Ambassador Wilson: The project that was inaugurated today, I think, will be extremely important in bolstering the Georgian economy, providing new access to international markets for Georgian producers and new connections through Georgia to the Caucasus and …
Read More» Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS (January 29) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 29, 2019 U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will host a day of meetings with the foreign ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS on February 6 in Washington, D.C. The full 79-member …
Read More» Protecting Venezuela’s Assets for Benefit of Venezuelan People (January 29) Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC January 29, 2019 On January 25, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo certified the authority of Venezuela’s interim President Juan Guaido to receive and control certain property in accounts of the Government of Venezuela or Central Bank of Venezuela held …
Read More» Sanctions Against PDVSA and Venezuela Oil Sector (January 28) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC January 28, 2019 Today, the United States has taken necessary actions to prevent the illegitimate former Maduro regime from further plundering Venezuela’s assets and natural resources. The United States has determined that persons operating in Venezuela’s oil sector …
Read More» Remarks at a United Nations Security Council Meeting on Venezuela (January 26) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State United Nations New York City January 26, 2019 Good morning. On behalf of President Trump and the American people I first want to thank Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas of the Dominican Republic, the current president of …
Read More» Response to Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen (January 24) As delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Gregory Macris to the Permanent Council, Vienna January 24, 2019 Thank you, Mr. Chair Ambassador Villadsen, the United States welcomes you to the Permanent Council and thanks you for this detailed briefing on the work of the Project …
Read More» Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine (January 24) As delivered by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Gregory Macris to the Permanent Council, Vienna January 24, 2019 Thank you, Mr. Chair. As we discuss Russia’s manufactured conflict in eastern Ukraine, we are forced once more to …
Read More» Q-n about USS Donald Cook visit Ambassador Wilson: Let me say, first of all, I am delighted to be on my first ever visit to Batumi. Unfortunately, it is not a beautiful day but hopefully will be tomorrow and I am very happy to be here. Second, it is a pleasure to welcome to Batumi, …
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Ambassador Wilson visits USS Donald Cook in Batumi (January 22) Ambassador Wilson, along with Minister of Defense Izoria, visits the USS Donald Cook in Batumi. The Ambassador underscored the importance of the visit, and of the strong friendship between the United States and Georgia.
Read More» The USS Donald Cook Visits Batumi Port (January 21) The United States Ship (USS) Donald Cook (DDG 75) arrived in Batumi for a port visit on January 21 as part of a regularly scheduled deployment. Donald Cook is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer commissioned in 1998. This will be the ship’s second visit to …
Read More» Declaration of Ukrainian Autocephaly (January 10) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC January 10, 2019 The January 6th announcement of autocephaly for an independent Orthodox Church of Ukraine marks a historic achievement as Ukraine seeks to chart its own future. On this momentous occasion, the United States reiterates its unwavering support for a …
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U.S. EUCOM road grader donation to Dmanisi municipality (December 19) Today, the US European Command Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) has donated a road grader to Dmanisi municipality. The donation ceremony took place in Dmanisi where the Bilateral Affairs Officer Major Quintin T. Doll, Mayor of Dmanisi municipality Mr. Giorgi Tatuashvili, and Representative from …
Read More» Sanctions Announcement on Russia (December 19) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 19, 2018 Today, the Departments of State and the Treasury took joint action against Russia’s continued and blatant disregard for international norms. Specifically, the State Department added 12 individuals and entities to the List of Specified Persons (LSP) pursuant to Section 231 …
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CDA Ambassador Ross Wilson’s comments to media on the sidelines of the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research’s (WRAIR) 125th Anniversary Celebration (December 17) Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i: I am very pleased to be able to take part in this ceremony to commemorate the 125th the anniversary of the Walter Reed Army Medical Institute, which is an important part of America’s commitment to this country and to healthcare …
Read More» Ambassador Ross Wilson, CDA, Comment on Inauguration Ceremony (December 16) Q-n about the inauguration, the confrontation between the opposition and law enforcement representatives, pressure on the police from the opposition, and about the developments in general Ambassador Ross Wilson, CDA: The United Stars was proud and pleased to take part in the inauguration ceremony. We were represented by …
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U.S. Embassy and Department of Justice support Georgia’s Annual National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (December 10 – 17) The U.S. Embassy and Department of Justice continue to partner and provide assistance to the Prosecution Service of Georgia in organizing and conducting Georgia’s Annual National Crime Victims’ Rights Week which was first launched in November 2017. This year Crime Victim Rights …
Read More» The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Section (INL) of the United States Embassy in Tbilisi continues assisting the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia Patrol Police Department (December 10 -14) The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Section (INL) of the United States Embassy in Tbilisi continues assisting the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia Patrol Police …
Read More» Remarks at the United Nations Security Council Meeting on Iran (December 12) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State United Nations New York City December 12, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much, and good morning. Thank you for the kind words. I appreciate them.Just two days ago, the head of the IRGC’s airspace division, Amir Hajizadeh, …
Read More» On the Attack in Strasbourg (December 12) Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC December 12, 2018 The United States stands in solidarity with France and condemns in the strongest terms the horrific act of terror in Strasbourg. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of those affected and with all the people of …
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Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Remarks at Interagency, Command-Staff Exercise “DIDGORI 2018” (December 10) Comment to Media: Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., on the sidelines of DIDGORI 2018 Exercise Opening Ceremony: It is a pleasure and an honor to represent the United States of America here at Didgori 2018 – a very important exercise …
Read More» Human Rights Day (December 10) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent …
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Launching Ceremony at the San Diego State University-Georgia Career Development Center (December 7) On December 7, Chargé Wilson spoke at a ceremony launching the San Diego State University-Georgia Career Development Center. He also announced the awarding of several new academic scholarships supported by the U.S. Embassy. In his comments, the Chargé acknowledged the importance of …
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US European Command’s (USEUCOM) Overseas Humanitarian Disaster Assistance and Civic Aid (OHDACA) Project Development Workshop Conducted in Batumi, Adjara Autonomous Republic (December 3-7) The Tbilisi Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) hosted US European Command’s (USEUCOM) Overseas Humanitarian Disaster Assistance and Civic Aid (OHDACA) Project Development Workshop in Batumi, Adjara Autonomous Republic December 3-7, 2018. …
Read More» International Anticorruption Day (December 7) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 7, 2018 Corruption facilitates transnational crime, fuels terrorism, obstructs economic growth and development, weakens the rule of law, and undermines democracy. Ultimately, it endangers our national security. That is why, as we look ahead to International Anticorruption Day on December 9, …
Read More» (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = ‘https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v3.2’; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);}(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); A Keynote Speech by U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Posted by The German Marshall Fund of the United States on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo German Marshall Fund Brussels, Belgium December 4, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Ian, for the kind introduction. …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo, Press Availability at NATO Headquarters (December 4) SECRETARY POMPEO: Good evening, everyone. I want to begin this evening by expressing my condolences to the Bush family on the passing of a great man, President George H. W. Bush. He embodied literally the best of America in his devotion to public service and his ardent …
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U.S. Embassy Statement on passing of former President George H.W. Bush (December 1) Embassy Tbilisi regrets to announce the passing of former President George H.W. Bush, at the age of 94. President Bush had a distinguished career of public service, beginning as a pilot in the U.S. Navy during WWII, and continuing as a …
Read More» Presidential Proclamation Announcing the Death of George H.W. Bush (December 1) It is my sorrowful duty to announce officially the death of George Herbert Walker Bush, the forty-first President of the United States, on November 30, 2018. President Bush led a great American life, one that combined and personified two of our Nation’s greatest …
Read More» Iran Test Launches Ballistic Missile Violating UN Security Council Ban (December 1) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2018 The Iranian regime has just test-fired a medium-range ballistic missile that is capable of carrying multiple warheads. The missile has a range that allows it to strike parts of Europe and anywhere …
Read More» Ambassador Wilson’s call with Salome Zourabichvili (November 30) “Ambassador Wilson called today on Salome Zourabichvili to congratulate her on being elected Georgia’s next president and express US interest in working with the government and her. Separately, he met with opposition presidential candidate Grigol Vashadze. To both, he emphasized strong US support for Georgia and for …
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Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., meets His Holiness Patriarch Ilia II of the Georgian Orthodox Church (November 30) Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., was honored to meet His Holiness Patriarch Ilia II of the Georgian Orthodox Church on November 30. The Church is a fundamental part of Georgia’s history. Time and time again, its …
Read More» STATEMENT: Georgia’s 2018 Presidential Election (November 30) The United States congratulates Salome Zourabichvili on her election as President of Georgia. We welcome the assessment by the OSCE/ODIHR Election Observation Mission that Georgia’s presidential runoff was competitive and that candidates were able to campaign freely. We also share the Mission’s concerns and those of other international …
Read More» The United States congratulates Salome Zourabichvili on her election as President of Georgia (November 30) Elections are fundamental to democracy, and in that spirit, we welcome the assessment by the OSCE/ODIHR Election Observation Mission that Georgia’s presidential runoff was competitive and that candidates were able to campaign freely. We also share the Mission’s concerns, …
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CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at Hepatitis C TAG Meeting (November 29) Q-n about the event Ambassador Ross Wilson: It’s is a pleasure and honor to be part of today’s event. I think this is an extremely important initiative that the Georgian authorities have embarked on to eliminate Hepatitis C in this country. It has …
Read More» The Iranian Regime’s Transfer of Arms to Proxy Groups and Ongoing Missile Development (November 29) Brian Hook Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State and Special Representative for Iran Joint Base Anacostia – Bolling Washington, DC November 29, 2018 MODERATOR: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for waiting. Your excellencies, members of the diplomatic …
Read More» Remarks at an Emergency UN Security Council Meeting on Ukraine (November 26) Thank you, Mr. President. This morning I spoke with President Trump and Secretary Pompeo and my statement reflects the concerns at the highest level of the American government. For the past four years, the international community has spoken with a strong, clear, and …
Read More» Iran’s President Works To Further Isolate Iranian Regime From Both World and Iranian People (November 26) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC November 26, 2018 Iranian President Rouhani has once again called for the destruction of Israel. He referred to it as a “cancerous tumor” and a “fake regime.” Such statements inflame tensions …
Read More» Russia’s Dangerous Escalation in the Kerch Strait (November 26) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC November 26, 2018 The United States expresses its deep concern over the incident in the Black Sea that occurred November 25 as Ukrainian vessels attempted to transit through the Kerch Strait. Reports that Russian vessels rammed and fired …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Ukrainian President Poroshenko (November 26) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 26, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke on the phone with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko today to discuss Russian aggression against Ukraine in the Black Sea near the Kerch Strait. …
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CDA Ambassador Ross Wilson’s Comment to Media at ISFED (November 21) Q-n about the meeting with representatives of local observer missions Ambassador Ross Wilson: I was very pleased to have the opportunity here at ISFED to hear from several of the important civil society organizations that are following elections. What this and other civil society organizations …
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CDA Ross Wilson’s Remarks to Media at MIA Launch (November 20) Q-n about the event Ambassador Ross Wilson: I am delighted to launch this Millennium Innovations Award competition today. The purpose is to encourage young Georgians to study science, math, technology, engineering and to be part of an innovation economy of tomorrow. Q-n about the …
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Ambassador Ross Wilson’s comments to media in Kutaisi after the Launch of the USAID Agriculture Program (November 19) Q-n about the new USAID Agriculture Program U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Ambassador Wilson: Let me say first how delighted I am to be here in Kutaisi. I had the opportunity to come here several years ago and it is terrific that …
Read More» Ambassador Ross Wilson’s statement following meetings with Georgian Presidential Candidates (November 16) Today I was pleased to meet with presidential candidates Salome Zourabichvili and Grigol Vashadze to discuss the upcoming election and broader political situation. These conversations were a welcome opportunity to hear their perspectives and ideas for the country. During the meetings, I underscored …
Read More» Joint Statement on U.S.-Ukraine Strategic Partnership (November 16) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 16, 2018 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Ukraine on the occasion of the 2018 U.S.-Ukraine Strategic Partnership Commission Meeting in Washington, DC. Begin text: U.S. Secretary of …
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Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) speed unit measurement devices donation to the Georgian Police (November 15) The International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Section (INL) of the United States Embassy in Tbilisi purchased nine (9) units of speed measurement device – Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) for the Patrol Police Department of the Ministry of …
Read More» Countering Iran’s Global Terrorism (November 13) Nathan A. Sales Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator for Counterterrorism Washington Institute for Near East Policy Counterterrorism Lecture Series Washington, DC November 13, 2018 Thanks for that warm introduction and for hosting me here. It’s a real pleasure to participate in the Washington Institute’s Counterterrorism Lecture Series. A number of my predecessors …
Read More» Condemning Sham “Elections” in Russia-controlled Eastern Ukraine (November 12) Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 12, 2018 The United States joins our European Allies and partners in condemning the November 11 sham “elections” in Russia-controlled eastern Ukraine. Yesterday’s illegitimate processes were an attempt by Moscow to institutionalize its Donbas proxies, the so-called “Donetsk and …
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Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Global Entrepreneurship Week Opening Ceremony (November 12) Q-n about the event DCM, Elizabeth Rood: Today marks the launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week in over 160 countries. The U.S. Embassy is very proud to partner with Global Entrepreneurship Network of Georgia (GEN) and Georgia’s Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA) to promote …
Read More» U.S. Embassy in Georgia Statement (November 9) On November 8, retired Ambassador Ross Wilson arrived in Tbilisi and will assume the role of chargé d’affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi. Ambassador Wilson is a seasoned diplomat, served as Ambassador to Turkey (2005-2008) and Azerbaijan (2000-2003), served in a similar interim charge capacity …
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Ambassador Ross Wilson’s statement to media following his meeting with Foreign Minister Zalkaliani (November 9) Ambassador Ross Wilson, Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim: Good afternoon! I want to begin by thanking the Foreign Minister for making himself available to me on my very first day in Georgia. We had, I think, an excellent conversation that familiarized me, or refamiliarized me, with Georgia’s perspective …
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Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at TVET Award Ceremony (November 9) Q-n about the event DCM, Elizabeth Rood: The United States Embassy and the Millennium Challenge Corporation are supporting the improvement of professional education in Georgia, and we are very pleased to be financing, through the Millennium Challenge Corporation along with their Georgian partners, this week of skills …
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Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at IBSU 11th Annual Conference in American Studies (November 8) Q-n about the event CDA, Elizabeth Rood: I’m very pleased to participate in International Black Sea University’s eleventh American Studies Conference. The International Black Sea University is a long-standing, good partner of the American Embassy. And the university and this conference, in …
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Chargé D’affaires Elizabeth Rood Emphasizes Importance of Vocational Education (November 5) Chargé D’affaires Elizabeth Rood opened Third-annual “Investing in Human Capital” TVET Conference together with Minister of Education Batiashvili, and MCC Deputy Vice-President Lona Stoll. Chargé Rood emphasized that everyone present at the conference plays an important role in shaping Georgia’s economic future as a member of …
Read More» Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo And Secretary of Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin at a Press Availability on Iran Sanctions (November 5) MODERATOR: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the Foreign Press Center. We are pleased to have with us this morning Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Mnuchin. They’ll both have some opening remarks and …
Read More» Press Availability With Secretary of Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin (November 5) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington Foreign Press Center Washington, DC MODERATOR: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the Foreign Press Center. We are pleased to have with us this morning Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Mnuchin. They’ll both have some opening remarks and then …
Read More» Constraining Iran’s Nuclear Program (November 5) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 5, 2018 Iran cannot be trusted to have vital constraints on its nuclear program lifted. The United States is committed to ensuring that Iran never comes close to possessing a nuclear weapon. Starting today, all nuclear cooperation with Iran, except for the …
Read More» Iran sanctions/Europe in an on-record briefing by Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook (November 2) Press Correspondent’s Room Washington, D.C. MR HOOK: I’m happy to take questions. And you’ve heard the Secretary talk. I just (inaudible). QUESTION: What are the eight countries? MR HOOK: Huh? QUESTION: What are the eight countries? QUESTION: What are …
Read More» Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin on Iran Sanctions (November 2) MS NAUERT: Thank you, sir. Good morning, everyone, and welcome to today’s on-the-record call on the Iran snapback sanctions. We’re pleased to have with us Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media At Georgian Defence and Security Conference (November 1) Q-n about the event CDA, Elizabeth Rood: Georgia is a country that faces many challenges and conferences like this in which we have a dialogue about those challenges and how we cooperate to assist Georgia in meeting those challenges are very …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Statement on 2018 Presidential elections (October 30) The U.S. Embassy takes note of the preliminary conclusions of the OSCE/ODIHR Election Observation Mission that the October 28 presidential elections were competitive and professionally administered, offering voters a genuine choice. We share international and domestic observer organizations’ concerns about shortcomings in the election process, such …
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National Security Advisor John Bolton Press Conference Tbilisi, Georgia (October 26) Ambassador Bolton: Thank you very much for being here today. I am delighted to be in Georgia. This is the first time here for me. I had excellent meetings with the Prime Minister, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Defense, and …
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National Security Advisor John Bolton Interview with Reuters reporter Margarita Antidze (October 26) Transcript of responses provided by Reuters INF TREATY The reasons that we withdrew from the INF treaty as the president has announced, I think, very clearly last Saturday and then repeated again publicly on Monday, are two. Number one is the …
Read More» International Religious Freedom Day (October 26) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC October 26, 2018 Today we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the signing of the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRF Act) into law. The IRF Act expanded U.S. foreign policy capabilities to promote and defend religious freedom around the world. It …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks at Stratcom Launch Ceremony (October 22) Q-n about the event CDA, Elizabeth Rood: Georgia has made its decision for integration with Western institutions—the European Union and NATO—and this is a choice that the United States fully supports. There are many benefits for Georgia now for these decisions; for example, Georgians already enjoy benefits economically …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at Chibati Public School (October 19) Q-n about the event CDA, Elizabeth Rood: I am very happy to have an opportunity today to visit Chibati Public school, together with the Mayor of Lanchkhuti municipality, and to meet Georgia’s former teacher of the year, Lado Apkhazava, who has done an extraordinary job of …
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Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at the Coastguard Boat Commissioning Ceremony (October 18) Q-n about the event CDA Elizabeth Rood: This is a very happy day in the partnership between the United States and Georgia because we are transferring from the United States’ Coastguard to the Georgian Coastguard these two Island-class patrol boats. These boats are going to strengthen Georgia’s maritime …
Read More» Confronting Iran: The Trump Administration’s Strategy (October 15) Op-Ed Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Foreign Affairs October 15, 2018 The end of the Cold War forced new thinking among policymakers and analysts about the greatest challenges to U.S. national security. The emergence of al Qaeda, cybercriminals, and other dangerous entities affirmed the threat of …
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DAS George Kent’s Statement at the edge of Russian-occupied South Ossetia (October 13) Ten years have passed since Russia occupied Georgian territory. I have come here today to remind the people of Georgia that the United States is with them, and to remind them that the world has not forgotten what happened here. The international …
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Press Conference with Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs George Kent (October 12) Good afternoon! My name is George Kent and I am the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Caucuses and Eastern Europe. On this visit, I am visiting Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia to engage the counties of this region in …
Read More» U.S. Participation in the Geneva International Discussions on the conflict in Georgia (October 11) Press Statement by the U.S. Delegation At the forty-fifth round of the Geneva International Discussions (GID) on the conflict in Georgia, October 9-10, the United States solemnly acknowledged the ten years that have passed since the 2008 conflict and the first …
Read More» Statement on Lugar Center (October 6) We’ve seen those reports in Russian media. They’re nonsense and typical of Russian misinformation and propaganda campaigns. I note that Georgia, with German support, has organized an international “peer review compliance exercise” of the Lugar Center to be conducted in November. The Russians have declined to participate. For further …
Read More» CDA Elizabeth Rood’s Remarks to Media at the Third Tbilisi International Forum for Regional Stability (October 4) Q-n about the event CDA Elizabeth Rood: The threat of chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapons falling into the hands of terrorists or other malicious actors is a very real one, and the Black Sea region faces …
Read More» Earthquake and Tsunami in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia (September 30) Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC The United States conveys its condolences and support to all of those in Indonesia affected by the earthquake and tsunami that struck Central Sulawesi on September 28. U.S. Mission Indonesia is closely monitoring the situation and has not …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood delivered remarks to the soldiers of the 22nd Battalion and to the Marines and Sailors of the Georgia Liaison Team (September 28) On September 28, CDA Elizabeth Rood delivered remarks to the soldiers of the 22nd Battalion and to the Marines and Sailors of the Georgia Liaison Team prior to their deployment to Afghanistan …
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Chargé d’affaires Rood and USAID Mission Director Wiebler meet local election observation organizations (September 26) Elections are the foundation of democracy. Today Chargé d’affaires Elizabeth Rood and USAID Mission Director Peter Wiebler met with local and international election observation organizations. Election observers help deter fraud; expose problems and irregularities; provide an accurate measure of the quality of …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump to the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly | New York, NY (September 25) United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 10:38 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for the first time in this …
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CDA Elizabeth Rood Participated in School Ribbon-cutting ceremonies in Kvemo Kartli (September 20) Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood joined the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), MCA-Georgia, Georgian government senior leadership, and members of the local authorities in a ceremony dedicated to the reopening of two schools in Kvemo Kartli, Georgia: Rustavi # 4 and Gardabani #4 Public Schools. In her address to guests, Chargé d’Affaires …
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USDA animal health team praised for contribution and impact on veterinary services in Georgia (September 19) On September 19th the Steering Group which oversees Georgia’s National Animal Health Program 2016-20 (NAHP) held its 32nd meeting in Tbilisi. Dr. Monique Eloit, Director General of the World Organization of Animal Health (OIE) participated in the meeting. The Georgian …
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Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood, together with the Millennium Challenge Corporation COO and San Diego State University President Welcome New Students at Convocation in Tbilisi (September 19) Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Rood joined San Diego State University (SDSU), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), MCA-Georgia, and Georgian government senior leadership to welcome 230 rising freshmen at San Diego State University in Georgia, a top U.S. university …
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Frontline Field Epidemiology Training Program Launch (September 17) On September 17, 2018, 20 public health epidemiologists from public health centers across Georgia started a three-month Frontline Field Epidemiology Training Program (Frontline FETP). Frontline FETP is a public health workforce development program created by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) to increase …
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A New Academic Year in newly reconstructed schools in Adjara Region (September 17) On September 17, A/DCM Jeffrey Reneau participated in the inaugural ceremony marking the reconstruction of the public school in Dzentsmani, Adjara Autonomous Republic. US EUCOM’s Humanitarian Assistance Program provided funding for a complete renovation of Dzentmani and partial renovation of Zeda-Kvirike public schools …
Read More» International Day of Democracy (September 15) Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 15, 2018 On this International Day of Democracy, the United States reaffirms its unwavering belief in democracy as the form of government with the greatest capacity to advance peace, prosperity, and security, and to safeguard the universal human rights, fundamental freedoms, and …
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Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Wess Mitchell’s opening remarks at the Tbilisi International Conference (September 12) In many ways, the topic of Georgia and the West is much broader and much easier because I would say, as I had said in April and I will continue to say, that Georgia will be in …
Read More» Russia-backed Sham Elections in Ukraine (September 12) Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 12, 2018 The United States condemns the announcement of a plan to conduct “elections” in the so-called “Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics.” Given the continued control of these territories by the Russian Federation, genuine elections are inconceivable, and grossly contravene Russia’s …
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Under Secretary Thompson’s interview with Tabula’s Tamara Chergoleishvili (September 11) Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, Andrea Thompson’s interview with Tabula’s Tamara Chergoleishvili on top of her remarks at the 4th Tbilisi International Conference – “World in 2018: Upside Down?” CHERGOLEISHVILI: Are there any plans to restart talks about arms control with …
Read More» On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks (September 10) Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC September 10, 2018 Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. …
Read More» Assistant Secretary Mitchell Travel to Tbilisi and Skopje (September 10) Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 10, 2018 Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs A. Wess Mitchell will travel to Europe from September 11 to 14. On September 11, he will arrive in Tbilisi, Georgia, where he will meet with senior …
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