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It was a pleasure to meet Acting Foreign Minister Mishchenko in Kyiv. I underscored President Trump’s continuing commitment to negotiate and secure lasting peace. We also discussed opportunities for U.S.-Ukrainian defense industrial collaboration. - BH
The United States continues to champion a durable peace in Ukraine under President Trump’s leadership. Assistant Secretary Hanrahan met with a delegation of Ukrainian deputy ministers led by Acting Foreign Minister Mishchenko to reiterate our support for a negotiated ceasefire and economic recovery. U.S.- Ukrainian joint business ventures are vital to our partnership today and tomorrow.
Great to join @USAmbNATO Whitaker, @USAmbPoland Rose, and @USEmbassyKyiv CDA Houston at this latest #TDIAF iteration.
Defense industry partners are key to ensuring a secure and strong Alliance. - BH
Engineers, entrepreneurs, investors, and executives: you play a vital role in @NATO’s collective defense and deterrence.
American innovation is helping to build a stronger, more capable NATO. By bringing together the best the American and European defense industries have to offer, we can develop new technologies, expand production, and deliver the capabilities our warfighters need. That’s why we created the Transatlantic Defense Industry Access Forum (TDIAF): to forge connections, strengthen transatlantic cooperation, and build the defense industrial capacity our Alliance needs to keep our people safe. Follow our accounts for the latest #TDIAF, which kicked off yesterday.
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Advancing America First priorities in Paris. Great to connect with @USAmbFrance Kushner and engage French officials and leading U.S. technology companies to champion American innovation, strengthen economic security, and advance our shared prosperity.
Diplomatic strength and military readiness go hand in hand. At @US_EUCOM’s Chiefs of Mission conference, we discussed advancing America First priorities through stronger deterrence, enhanced readiness, and closer coordination with allies and partners to protect U.S. interests across Europe.
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From asthma to cancer, Americans rely on life-saving medicines every day. We welcome Portuguese company @HovioneGroup’s $100M+ investment in a New Jersey facility, producing ingredients used in ~10% of new FDA-approved drugs while creating U.S. jobs. @USEmbPortugal is delivering victories for the American people by attracting investment to the United States that benefits Americans and support Portuguese companies.
America first doesn't mean America alone. A strong Europe is vital to a future of economic prosperity and security. At The Mentor Group’s Washington Forum, we discussed aligning U.S.-EU trade, modernizing regulatory frameworks, and strengthening economic security through the rule of law.
Today, @SecRubio and Lithuania signed an MOU to secure critical mineral supply chains that strengthen our economies and our national defense. Lithuania uses critical minerals to supply crucial components to trusted partners across our economies. Thank you, Foreign Minister @BudrysKestutis, for Lithuania's partnership.
Excited to advance the commitments made by our countries at @POTUS Trump's historic peace summit. Here in Yerevan, I am thrilled to announce that, working with Congress, we plan to provide $145 million in assistance for Armenia, which marks the first major step toward making TRIPP a reality. Enjoyed productive discussions on our shared goals for expanding regional connectivity and economic investment.
Great momentum here in Baku as we begin implementing President Trump’s historic peace summit. Excellent discussions with Foreign Minister @Bayramov_Jeyhun, Economy Minister @MikayilJabbarov, Energy Minister @ParvizShahbazov, and Digital Development and Transport Minister @RashadNNabiyev on the launch of our bilateral working group and expanding our cooperation on regional connectivity, economic investment, and security cooperation.
Very pleased to join @StateDRL and @CounselorDOS Michael Needham at the 2025 Reindustrialize Summit in Detroit, where I was part of a panel on strengthening U.S. workers for national security. I enjoyed a good discussion about our new #USWorkersFirst Policy!
I am headed to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Kosovo following productive conversations in Dayton and Washington. It is an important anniversary and pivotal time in the Western Balkans. I look forward to reinforcing ties between the U.S. and countries in the region.
We are committed to Holocaust remembrance and education. Join @StateSEHI for the Federal Interagency Holocaust Remembrance Program today 5/14, 11:30 am hosted by @TheJusticeDept: Justice.gov/live.
We are deeply concerned by the European Commission’s decision to fine Meta and Apple under the Digital Markets Act. The EU should focus on fostering an innovative and competitive business environment instead of unfairly targeting our tech companies. This is a backdoor tax on American innovation.
My deepest condolences to Catholics around the world and all those moved by His Holiness Pope Francis. He was a great man of compassion who emphasized dignity and ministry to the least fortunate. An immense loss and an enduring inspiration.
Concerned about potential EU fines on U.S. companies under their Digital Services Act. Overly broad restrictions try to set standards for U.S. companies, threatening free expression in Europe, America, and around the globe.
We must dismantle the fact-checking industrial complex that censors opinions unpopular with global elites.
The United States welcomes the cooperation between Armenia and Turkiye to temporarily open the Margara-Alican border crossing to allow Armenia to provide humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people. This shows how cooperation in the South Caucasus benefits the entire region.
Saddened to see the terrible news about this morning's tragic fire in Kochani, North Macedonia. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
New U.S.-Bermuda-UK Agreement just inked to fight illegal migration, drug smuggling, and illicit maritime activity in the Atlantic, with the U.S. Coast Guard in the lead, keeping Americans safe.
