Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to the State of Qatar as you celebrate your National Day.
I am thankful for Qatar’s continuing friendship and partnership, which continues to broaden and deepen to the benefit of both countries. I want to express my gratitude for Qatar’s key role as a mediator in efforts to secure the release of unjustly detained Americans in Iran in September, and hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. These efforts reflect a shared U.S. and Qatari commitment to promote security and stability in the Middle East and beyond.
Please accept my warmest congratulations on this special occasion.
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to the State of Qatar as you celebrate your National Day.
I am thankful for Qatar’s continuing friendship and partnership, which continues to broaden and deepen to the benefit of both countries. I want to express my gratitude for Qatar’s key role as a mediator in efforts to secure the release of unjustly detained Americans in Iran in September, and hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. These efforts reflect a shared U.S. and Qatari commitment to promote security and stability in the Middle East and beyond.
Please accept my warmest congratulations on this special occasion.
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend our best wishes to the State of Qatar as you celebrate your National Day.
I am thankful for Qatar’s continuing friendship and partnership, which continues to broaden and deepen to the benefit of both countries. I want to express my gratitude for Qatar’s key role as a mediator in efforts to secure the release of unjustly detained Americans in Iran in September, and hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. These efforts reflect a shared U.S. and Qatari commitment to promote security and stability in the Middle East and beyond.
Please accept my warmest congratulations on this special occasion.
Niger National Day
Press Statement
December 18, 2023
On behalf of the United States of America and the American people, I congratulate the people of Niger as they celebrate Republic Day.
The United States of America stands with the Nigerien people in their aspirations for democracy, prosperity, and stability. We recognize the challenges Niger faces and hope to renew our partnership to reinforce democratic principles, promote inclusive economic growth, and bolster security.
Best wishes to the people of Niger as you commemorate Republic Day.
Niger National Day
Press Statement
December 18, 2023
On behalf of the United States of America and the American people, I congratulate the people of Niger as they celebrate Republic Day.
The United States of America stands with the Nigerien people in their aspirations for democracy, prosperity, and stability. We recognize the challenges Niger faces and hope to renew our partnership to reinforce democratic principles, promote inclusive economic growth, and bolster security.
Best wishes to the people of Niger as you commemorate Republic Day.
Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson
The United States condemns the prosecution of pro-democracy advocate and media owner Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong under the PRC-imposed National Security Law. Lai has been held in pre-trial detention for more than 1,000 days, and Hong Kong and Beijing authorities have denied him his choice of legal representation.
We urge Beijing and Hong Kong authorities to respect press freedom in Hong Kong. Actions that stifle press freedom and restrict the free flow of information – as well as Beijing and local authorities’ changes to Hong Kong’s electoral system that reduce direct voting and preclude independent and pro-democracy party candidates from participating – have undermined Hong Kong’s democratic institutions and harmed Hong Kong’s reputation as an international business and financial hub.
We call on Hong Kong authorities to immediately release Jimmy Lai and all others imprisoned for defending their rights.
Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson
The United States condemns the prosecution of pro-democracy advocate and media owner Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong under the PRC-imposed National Security Law. Lai has been held in pre-trial detention for more than 1,000 days, and Hong Kong and Beijing authorities have denied him his choice of legal representation.
We urge Beijing and Hong Kong authorities to respect press freedom in Hong Kong. Actions that stifle press freedom and restrict the free flow of information – as well as Beijing and local authorities’ changes to Hong Kong’s electoral system that reduce direct voting and preclude independent and pro-democracy party candidates from participating – have undermined Hong Kong’s democratic institutions and harmed Hong Kong’s reputation as an international business and financial hub.
We call on Hong Kong authorities to immediately release Jimmy Lai and all others imprisoned for defending their rights.
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today. The two continued their discussion on the Israel-Hamas conflict, with an emphasis on increasing the speed and scale of humanitarian assistance to Gaza. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan also discussed the importance of ratifying Sweden’s NATO accession as soon as possible.
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today. The two continued their discussion on the Israel-Hamas conflict, with an emphasis on increasing the speed and scale of humanitarian assistance to Gaza. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan also discussed the importance of ratifying Sweden’s NATO accession as soon as possible.
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today. The two continued their discussion on the Israel-Hamas conflict, with an emphasis on increasing the speed and scale of humanitarian assistance to Gaza. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan also discussed the importance of ratifying Sweden’s NATO accession as soon as possible.
