U.S. Mission to the UN-Geneva
Recent News About U.S. Mission to the UN-Geneva
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United States delivers statements at WTO Dispute Settlement Body meeting
At the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting held on September 26, 2025, the United States delivered statements addressing issues under discussion.
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U.S. official urges review and reform of global refugee and asylum systems
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau spoke at a panel discussion titled “Global Refugee Asylum System: What Went Wrong and How to Fix It,” held as a side event during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
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U.S. urges realistic budgeting and reforms at UN refugee agency meeting
The United States has called for significant changes to the way the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) approaches its budgeting and operations.
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U.S. welcomes European move toward reimposing UN sanctions on Iran
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have begun a process under United Nations Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.
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Countries fail to reach consensus at Geneva talks on global plastics treaty
Countries participating in the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, were unable to agree on a final text for a new international agreement aimed at addressing plastic pollution.
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ALPS coalition urges action amid worsening crisis in Sudan
The governments of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, along with the African Union and United Nations, have issued a joint statement expressing concern about the worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
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U.S. rejects WHO amendments citing national sovereignty concerns
Today, the United States officially rejected the 2024 amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) of 2005.
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U.S. highlights IP protection at WIPO Assembly
The United States delivered an opening statement at the 66th Assemblies of the Member States of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
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U.S. opposes Francesca Albanese’s mandate as UN special rapporteur
The United States has reiterated its concerns to UN Secretary-General António Guterres regarding Francesca Albanese, the "United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967."
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UN official calls for return to founding principles at 80th anniversary event
Eighty years ago, delegates from 50 nations convened in San Francisco to sign the United Nations Charter.
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U.S. participates in June 23, 2025 DSB meeting
The United States participated in the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on June 23, 2025.
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United States supports Doreen Bogdan-Martin for ITU Secretary-General re-election
The United States has declared its support for Doreen Bogdan-Martin's re-election as Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
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U.S. criticizes global compacts at UNHCR meeting
The United States has emphasized the importance of sustainable responses to refugee crises at the 93rd Meeting of the UNHCR Standing Committee in Geneva, Switzerland.
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US urges global commitment at 2025 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment
The United States delivered remarks at the 2025 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment in Geneva, Switzerland.
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U.S. clarifies stance on Israel-Iran conflict at disarmament conference
On June 13, Israel took unilateral action against Iran.
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U.S. Mission seeks contractors for AC unit replacement in Geneva
The U.S. Mission in Geneva is seeking specialized contractors for the replacement of air conditioning units at its Entrance Building.
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US Mission in Geneva seeks contractors for hinge replacement on mantrap system
The United States Mission in Geneva has announced plans to replace the heavy-duty hinges on its critical mantrap system.
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Deputy Secretary Sonderling advocates 'America First' agenda at labor conference
U.S. Department of Labor Deputy Secretary Keith Sonderling is set to participate in the 113th International Labor Conference in Geneva, representing the U.S. delegation and advocating for the Trump administration's America First labor agenda.
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United States delivers statements at DSB meeting on May 23, 2025
Statements by the United States were delivered at the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on May 23, 2025.
