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U.S. reaffirms support for Indigenous rights at UN forum

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples during a statement submitted for the 24th session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.


Ambassador meets North Korean escapees in Seoul

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, held a meeting with North Korean escapees in Seoul.


WTO begins training course for officials from least developed countries

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has commenced an introductory course aimed at government officials from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in Geneva. The course is designed to enhance participants' understanding of the functioning, structure, and fundamental principles of the multilateral trading system. It focuses on specific WTO agreements and provisions related to LDCs, as well as the connection between WTO activities and trade policy issues specific to these countries.


Chair calls for fresh thinking after inconclusive agriculture talks at MC13

WTO members expressed disappointment at the lack of a conclusive outcome from agriculture negotiations during MC13. However, progress was acknowledged by the Chair, who emphasized that discarding past efforts would not be beneficial.



Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship opens applications for global leaders

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is inviting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year.


Millennium Challenge Corporation advances infrastructure projects in Timor-Leste

Representatives from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a U.S. government agency, have concluded a series of meetings in Dili to discuss the progress of Timor-Leste's first compact program.



Guam's GDP rises by 5.1% in 2022 driven by export surge

Real gross domestic product (GDP) for Guam increased by 5.1 percent in 2022, following a 2.1 percent increase in 2021, according to statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). These figures were developed under the Statistical Improvement Program, funded by the Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) of the U.S. Department of the Interior.


Thomas-Greenfield discusses bilateral cooperation with South Korean Foreign Minister

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, held a meeting with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul.


U.S. envoy urges global attention on escalating Sudan crisis

A year has passed since a civil war erupted in Sudan, causing significant humanitarian distress.


U.S. raises alarm over Zaporizhzhia plant risks amid ongoing conflict

The United States has voiced concerns at a United Nations Security Council briefing regarding the safety of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), currently under Russian control.


Deb Haaland addresses UN forum on indigenous issues

Deb Haaland, Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior and a member of the Pueblo of Laguna, addressed the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.


U.S. increases aid to Sudan amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis

Just five years ago, Sudan was filled with hope after the ousting of dictator Omar al-Bashir, largely due to the efforts of Sudanese women who led the revolution.


WTO opens applications for advanced course on trade analysis

Applications are now open for the WTO Advanced Course on Analyzing Trade in Services. This course is designed to help participants become familiar with analytical tools such as the I-TIP services interface, the Services Trade Policy Database, and the World Bank-WTO Services Trade Restrictions Index. These tools are crucial for establishing national frameworks to analyze services trade policies and formulate negotiating strategies.


Thomas-Greenfield discusses global security issues with South Korean adviser

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, held a meeting with Republic of Korea National Security Adviser Chang Ho-jin.


U.S.-ROK meeting addresses North Korean violations and trilateral cooperation

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, held a meeting with Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol.


WTO celebrates three decades since Marrakesh Agreement's inception

WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala commemorated the 30th anniversary of the Marrakesh Agreement with a video message. She highlighted the significance of the agreement, which was established by over 120 countries with the aim to transform global trade.


Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield meets with South Korean defense minister

Today, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, held a meeting with Shin Won-sik, the Republic of Korea's Minister of National Defense.