Together, the United States and Peru will pursue peace, security, and prosperity for our nations and our Hemisphere.

Met with President Keiko Fujimori in Lima to welcome Peru's entry into the Shield of the Americas and discuss security and investment cooperation for the shared economic prosperity of our countries.

A tremendous honor in Lima today, receiving Peru's Order of the Sun from Peruvian Foreign Minister Carlos Espá.  One of the hemisphere's oldest distinctions, dating to Peru's independence in 1821 — and a fitting symbol of the strong ties between our two nations.

The United States stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Ecuador in the fight against narcoterrorism threatening our hemisphere. I worked together with President @DanielNoboaOk and Foreign Minister Kury this week to advance our security and economic priorities.

Deeply honored to receive Ecuador's National Order of Merit, in the grade of Grand Cross, from @danielnoboaok in Quito today. A meaningful recognition of the strong and growing partnership between the United States and Ecuador.

In Ecuador to meet with President Daniel Noboa, a strong partner to the Trump Administration in securing our hemisphere and countering illegal immigration.   A safer Ecuador means a more prosperous Ecuador—and a safer hemisphere.  The U.S. will continue to work with Ecuador to…Mostrar mais

Today, I designated the Ecuador-based gang Los Tiguerones as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and Specially Designated Global Terrorist. Los Tiguerones is yet another Ecuadorian gang helping Mexican cartels move and export illicit drugs to fund terrorism and criminal activity i…Mostrar mais

Today marks an important and renewed commitment to our long-standing relationship with the great people of Colombia. 🇺🇸 🤝 🇨🇴

A productive day in Colombia, building on the enduring friendship between our two nations. Grateful for the warm hospitality shown throughout today's visit.

Productive meeting with President @ABDELAESPRIELLA in Barranquilla, where we discussed security cooperation, trade, and ending illegal immigration in our region. I also signed MOUs on critical minerals and civil nuclear cooperation with Colombian Foreign Minister Bula. It's a…Mostrar mais

Arrived in Colombia in the aftermath of the August 10th earthquake and at a critical moment as the Trump Administration reinvigorates our partnership to deliver results for our two nations. Together with President @ABDELAESPRIELLA, we will restore our alliance as a linchpin of…Mostrar mais

Cuba’s Communist regime elites preside over a failed state where ordinary Cubans go hungry while the Castro family and other insiders enrich themselves through sanctions evasion and other illicit schemes – and seek to export subversive Marxist ideology to the United States and ot…Mostrar mais

Yesterday the Murillo-Ortega's National Assembly gutted what was left of Nicaragua’s democracy in the second constitutional rewrite in two years. The U.S. will implement measures at the next @OAS_official Foreign Ministerial to ensure our hemisphere stops business as usual with t…Mostrar mais

Five years ago today, 13 brave American service members were taken from their families and their country by an Islamic terrorist in Kabul, Afghanistan. We will never forget them, and never again allow our men and women in uniform to be so utterly betrayed.

We express our solidarity and are united in prayer for the Nepali people following the devastating floods. @StateDept stands ready to support the Government of Nepal with needed humanitarian assistance.

Met with Mexican Foreign Secretary @r_velascoa to discuss decisive actions to end illegal immigration, halt fentanyl trafficking, and dismantle Foreign Terrorist Organizations and cartels.

Far-left terrorism poses a profound threat to the United States and the broader West. Today, the United States sanctioned several transnational far-left terrorist networks, including Autistici/Inventati – a major far-left tech collective whose services are used by the most active…Mostrar mais

Today, I formally rescinded Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This action unlocks new potential for Syria’s economic revitalization and progress. The Trump Administration continues to advance U.S. national security to achieve peace, prosperity, and security in…Mostrar mais

Met today with Canadian Foreign Minister @AnitaAnandMP to strengthen U.S.-Canada coordination on shared security and economic priorities in our hemisphere.

The Cuban regime has spent decades using front groups to infiltrate, corrupt, and radicalize Americans. Today, I'm sanctioning the leadership of ICAP, which is one of the primary organizations involved in these efforts—including convicted Cuban spy Fernando González Llort—and nin…Mostrar mais

Last month, I launched a diplomatic campaign to dismantle the ICC’s threat to our national sovereignty. The Trump Administration is sanctioning ICC President Tomoko Akane and Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye in our unwavering mission to protect Americans from this sham of a cou…Mostrar mais

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend warm congratulations to the people of India on their Independence Day. Thanks to the personal relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, the U.S.-India relationship continues to grow and is stronger than ever…Mostrar mais

The recent release of over 130 political prisoners in Venezuela is a crucial step for the nation's reconciliation process. Since January 3rd, 1,046 Venezuelans have been released. As we continue to advance the three-phase plan, the United States continues to closely monitor the…Mostrar mais

American citizenship is not for sale. But elaborate birth tourism rings are profiting off the exploitation of America's laws- coaching foreigners to defraud the U.S. visa system, arranging travel and housing, and even forging documents, all to enable foreign nationals to obtain…Mostrar mais

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Met with Austrian Foreign Minister @BMeinl to discuss ways to ensure European security and uphold national sovereignty. The United States and Austria remain partners in ensuring security and prosperity.

Today, after more than four years of detention in Russia, Robert Gilman is on his way home to be reunited with his family. Mr. Gilman joins over 100 Americans whom President Trump has freed during his second term in office. We thank Russia for working with Special Envoy Steve Wi…Mostrar mais

The Trump Administration is closely monitoring the large earthquake that struck Colombia and stands ready to support the people of Colombia and President @ABDELAESPRIELLA’s Administration. American citizens in Colombia should enroll at mytravel.state.gov/s/step and follow…Mostrar mais

President Trump is the President of Peace. One year ago today, he secured peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan during a monumental meeting at the White House. Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan and Azerbaijan President Aliyev signed a historic Joint Declaration that marked a hist…Mostrar mais

Today’s Roundtable on American Mining represents the Trump Administration’s whole-of-nation effort. Mining is our industrial strength and intertwined with our national sovereignty. We will never depend on other countries for the things we need to prosper and defend our nation. @StateDept…Mostrar mais

The Cuban Communist regime is a state sponsor of terrorism that spies on America, arms violent left-wing radicals, spreads poisonous Marxist ideology, and serves as a staging ground for Russia, China & Iran just 90 miles from our shores. Today I sanctioned five Cuban entities and…Mostrar mais

In my meeting with UK Foreign Secretary @Ed_Miliband, we discussed the need for Europe to take a greater role in its own security. We also reaffirmed our shared commitment to open transit in the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon.

The United States is hunting down, dismantling, and destroying Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación. @StateDept is offering rewards totaling over $100 million for information leading to the arrests and/or convictions of their leaders and associates. We are also imposing visa restri…Mostrar mais

Had a productive meeting with Paraguay's Vice President @AllianaPedro about strengthening our security cooperation and addressing regional challenges. Under the Trump and Peña Administrations, our partnership is stronger than ever.

Signing a Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation MOU with Paraguay is just another step in the continued growth of our relationship between our two countries. We’ve always had strong links between the United States and Paraguay, and now, those links are even stronger.

Todd Blanche has been an invaluable partner in advancing President Trump’s agenda and as a result of his leadership at the Department of Justice, Americans are safer today. The Senate should not leave for recess without confirming him as Attorney General.

An American passport is more than just a travel document; it's a physical piece of our national identity – a reminder that wherever you are in the world, you are an American. In response to extraordinary public interest, the State Department is making 250K historic passports avai…Mostrar mais

The Cuban Communist regime continues to exploit its people and serve as the leading sponsor of radical leftism and political violence in our hemisphere. Today, I designated nine entities and two individuals associated with the dictatorship, including four malign actors profiting…Mostrar mais

President Trump has made clear that his administration will take action to counter cybercrime, fraud, and predatory schemes against Americans. Today I am announcing a new policy that will restrict visas to foreign nationals responsible for or complicit in cybercrime and cyber-ena…Mostrar mais

Met with my Pacific counterparts at the East Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific. As a Pacific power, a free and open Indo-Pacific is directly in the interest of the American people and every nation represented here today.

Met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Prak to discuss how our cooperation can advance safety and security, including through combatting scam centers and implementing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords.

Great meeting with Thai Deputy PM & FM Sihasak today. Advancing our 190+ year partnership with stronger defense ties, progress on reciprocal trade, and continued commitment to the peace accords brokered by President Trump.

Met today with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the ASEAN Ministerial. We discussed the U.S.-Russia relationship and the need to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

Met with Foreign Minister @VivianBala today to reaffirm our strong strategic partnership with Singapore. We discussed our expanding cooperation bilaterally and within ASEAN in areas including emerging technologies and trade.

Grateful to our @USEmbassyPH team for their dedicated service on behalf of our nation that has resulted in a strong U.S.-Philippines Alliance. It not only puts America first, but also ensures our nations remain steadfast friends, partners, and allies.

For more than 30 years, the @ASEAN Regional Forum has supported dialogue on security issues impacting the region. No nation has the right to restrict the free flow of commerce and travel through international waterways, including in the Taiwan Strait.

Great meeting today with Vietnam's Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung. We reaffirmed our commitment to deepening the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discussed strengthening our bilateral relationship, rebalancing trade, and expanding defense and security cooper…Mostrar mais

Great meeting with Philippine President Marcos to reaffirm our shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. From the South China Sea to Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor, the U.S.-Philippine Alliance makes both our countries stronger, safer, and more prosperous.

Met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu in Manila. Our collaboration with @ASEAN strengthens global security while our strong partnership advances safety, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.

Always good to see my friend, Indian External Affairs Minister @DrSJaishankar on the sidelines of ASEAN. We discussed regional security issues, the Quad, trade, and defense agreements. Our relationship with India is vitally important.