U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome
Recent News About U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome
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USDA leads delegation at UN Food Conference focusing on farmer-first agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Michelle Bekkering led the U.S. delegation to the 44th Session of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Conference in Rome.
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U.S shifts foreign aid strategy; USAID's role reduced under new policy
The United States is making a significant shift in its approach to foreign aid.
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U.S. calls for refocus at 44th session of FAO conference
Michelle Bekkering, Deputy Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, delivered a statement at the 44th Session of the FAO Conference on July 1, 2025.
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U.S. outlines priorities at World Food Program executive board session
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to the World Food Program (WFP) during the Annual Session of the WFP Executive Board.
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Scott Turner assumes role at U.S. Mission to UN Agencies in Rome
Scott Turner, a career Senior Foreign Service officer, has taken on the role of Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome as of June 8, 2025.
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Servicemembers honored at Operation Benjamin ceremony for WWII contributions
Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter delivered remarks at a ceremony honoring two American servicemembers, Technician Fourth Grade Ben Z. Bernstein and Second Lieutenant Paul S. Singer.
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U.S. outlines FAO priorities, criticizes focus on DEI and climate change
At the 177th session of the FAO Council, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter addressed several key topics regarding global food security and the role of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in addressing these challenges.
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Trump declares March 2025 as Women's History Month
Every day, women play a crucial role in supporting their families and communities.
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U.S. critiques WFP gender policy implementation at executive board meeting
The United States has expressed concerns regarding the World Food Programme's (WFP) implementation of its Gender Policy.
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US reconsiders involvement with key UN agencies amid policy shift
The United States has issued an executive order reassessing its involvement with certain United Nations (UN) agencies.
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Trump administration's state department focuses on national interest
Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State under President Trump, outlined the priorities and mission of the Department of State for the second Trump administration.