Press Releases: Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With President Piñera of Chile


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Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC
April 12, 2019


The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus:‎

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today in Santiago with Chilean President Sebastián Piñera. The two leaders reaffirmed the close friendship between the United States and Chile, one based on shared values and a commitment to promoting security, prosperity, and good governance.

They discussed our robust cooperation on a range of issues, including defense, energy, cybersecurity, science, technology, and innovation. They also expressed mutual appreciation for the success of the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement, which has spurred economic growth and created good jobs for both our countries over the past 15 years.

Secretary Pompeo and President Piñera also pledged to continue working together to address the political, economic, and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.






Press Releases: Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore


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Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC
April 10, 2019


The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus:‎

Secretary Pompeo met today with UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore in Washington. During their meeting, the Secretary emphasized U.S. support for UNICEF’s efforts to advance children’s well-being across the globe, particularly in conflict and post-conflict areas.

They also discussed UNICEF’s crucial work in humanitarian settings such as Venezuela and Yemen, where there are more than 11 million children urgently in need of humanitarian assistance.






Press Releases: Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Meeting With Tunisian Foreign Minister Jhinaoui


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Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC
April 10, 2019


The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus:

Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan met today with Tunisian Foreign Minister Khemaies Jhinaoui in Washington, D.C. The Deputy Secretary and the Foreign Minister committed to continuing the strong partnership between the United States and Tunisia. They also discussed U.S. assistance programs to support Tunisia’s security needs, economic reform goals, and continued democratic transition.

Deputy Secretary Sullivan and Foreign Minister Jhinaoui planned for upcoming engagements, including Trade and Investment Framework Agreement talks, the second U.S.-Tunisia Joint Economic Commission, and the U.S.-Tunisian Strategic Dialogue.






Press Releases: Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Carl Risch Travels to Arizona and Mexico


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Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC
April 10, 2019


Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Carl Risch will travel to Tucson, Arizona, and Nogales, Mexico, April 11–12. In Tucson, he will visit the Western and Tucson passport centers to review U.S. passport facility operations, and then meet with foreign government counterparts at the Mexican Consulate in Tucson. In Nogales, the Assistant Secretary will review consular operations at U.S. Consulate General Nogales and meet with local government and business officials to underscore our deep and sustained commitment to the protection of U.S. citizens overseas.

For press inquiries please contact CAPRESSREQUESTS@state.gov or (202) 485-6150.






Press Releases: Assistant Secretary Fannon Travel to New York


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Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC
April 9, 2019


Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Francis R. Fannon will travel to New York City April 9-10, 2019.

Assistant Secretary Fannon will participate in the Columbia University Global Energy Summit, where he will speak on a panel entitled “New Challenges in Energy Politics.” He will discuss Asia EDGE (Enhancing Development and Growth through Energy), the Middle East Strategic Alliance, and current energy issues in the Western Hemisphere.

On the margins of the event, Assistant Secretary Fannon will also meet with energy sector leaders and experts to discuss U.S. global energy engagement.

For further information, contact Vincent Campos, Spokesperson for the Bureau of Energy Resources, at CamposVM@state.gov or visit www.state.gov/e/enr. Additional information is available on Twitter at @EnergyAtState.