Remarks by Lidice Lilly Calafell U.S. Department of State Office of Multilateral and Global Affairs Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor August 11, 2022 Thank you, Mr. Vice Chair for the opportunity to provide closing remarks on behalf of the United States, which was pleased to support the holding and organization of today’s timely …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim U.S. Permanent Representative February 25, 2022 Chairman, thank you for coordinating this vital session of the Permanent Council as the situation in Ukraine rapidly evolves. To start,  it is no accident that I am wearing blue and yellow today. These are the colors of the Ukrainian flag, and our …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim U.S. Permanent Representative February 2, 2022 Chairman, I would like to take the opportunity to briefly comment on Russia’s miliary buildup in and around Ukraine and its impact on the Western Hemisphere. Russia’s actions threaten a renewed crisis not only for Ukraine, but for the wider world.  Russian aggression puts …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States December 8, 2021 Thank you, Chair.  We would like to thank all the OAS delegations that voted in favor of this resolution today.  The United States believes this resolution sets a clear path for Nicaragua to return to democracy and respect for human rights.    While the United States regrets that Nicaragua took steps to withdraw from the OAS, member states must remain engaged and do all we can to uphold our collective commitments under the Inter American Democratic Charter.  In fact, Nicaragua must still meet its commitments under the Charter despite its recent efforts to withdraw.   The region and the international community must continue to stand together with the Nicaraguan people in support of their right to freely choose their representatives.    Nicaragua joined the Charter twenty years ago, through which we all resolved that the peoples of the Americas  have a right to democracy, and their governments, including the Nicaraguan government, have an obligation …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim U.S. Permanent Representative November 3, 2021 Thank you, Chair.  We would like to thank the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) and particularly Commissioner Antonia Urrejola, President of the IACHR, for this very important and timely presentation.  It outlines what is a very grim outlook for the people of Nicaragua.    As the report makes clear, the human rights situation in …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States October 20, 2021 Thank you, Chair.  We would like to congratulate all the OAS delegations that voted in favor of this resolution today.  The resolution sends a clear message to President Ortega and Vice President Murillo that their actions will not be tolerated by countries in the Americas.  With the Ortega-Murillo government’s decision to ban the last genuine opposition party, the elections scheduled for November have lost all …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim U.S. Permanent Representative August 1, 2021 Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to be here in Colorado with all of you for the Americas Competitiveness Exchange (ACE).  I thank Governor Polis for inviting us to his beautiful state of Colorado, a hub of American innovation. Colorado has a special place in my heart, as I served for four …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS OAS Permanent Council Session on the Assassination of President Jovenel Moise July 7, 2021 Thank you Chair for convening this special meeting of the OAS Permanent Council.   We were shocked and saddened to learn that President Moise was assassinated last night in his …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS June 30, 2021 Thank you Chair.  We would like to thank the government of Haiti for its continued cooperation on this matter and for welcoming the OAS Permanent Council delegation June 8-10.  The United States appreciated being a part of this important Mission and …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden, Interim U.S. Permanent Representative Special Meeting of the Permanent Council on Nicaragua June 23, 2021   Thank you, Chair, Mr. Secretary General, and the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.  Commissioner Antonia Urrejola Noguera, we are deeply grateful for your report.   The Nicaraguan Permanent Representative’s banal rhetoric about a U.S. war on Nicaragua would not normally …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS OAS Permanent Council Special Session on Nicaragua June 15, 2021 Thank you, Chair, Mr. Secretary General.  It is indeed unfortunate that we find ourselves here today, once again, to discuss the situation of Nicaragua, this despite years of good faith offers by the OAS and its Member States to help Nicaragua ensure that its electoral framework …

Remarks by Christina Bruff, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission OAS Permanent Council June 9, 2021 Good afternoon.  I’d like to thank Ambassador Sanders and the delegation of Antigua and Barbuda for convening this special meeting. I would also like to thank the Permanent Observers for their valuable contributions and their continued support of the OAS. The Permanent Observers’ efforts to …

Remarks by Christina Bruff, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission June 3, 2021 Thank you, Mr. Chair. The United States has listened carefully to the panelists and the delegations today and wishes, in particular, to thank the Prosecutor for her remarks. I want to begin by underscoring the United States’ firm and deep commitment to justice …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States May 12, 2021 Madame Chair, Mr. Secretary General: We thank the Secretary General and the IACHR for their reports. It is unfortunate to hear how things have not improved in the country despite growing international concern. The OAS and OAS Member States have …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim U.S. Permanent Representative to the OAS OAS Permanent Council March 25, 2021 I would like to first congratulate you, Madam Chair, Assistant Secretary General Nestor Mendez,and the OAS Secretariat for organizing this important week, despite all the challenges as we continue to face a global pandemic.    My delegation would also like to thank today’s panelists …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden, Interim Permanent Representative of the United States OAS Permanent Council March 17, 2021 Thank you Madam Chair. We thank all the delegations that worked so hard to arrive at consensus on this resolution, and in particular Ambassador Edmond, Ambassador Sanders, Ambassador Adsett, and Ambassador Jativa . The United States is …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States Americas Competitiveness Exchange February 26, 2021 Good morning everyone. I am delighted to be here today with OAS Director of Economic Development, Dr. Maryse Robert, to welcome you to the first virtual ACE Meet-Up. A special event we hope will become a regular …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States OAS Permanent Council February 24, 2021 Thank you, Madam Chair.  Thank you as well to the Ministers from Colombia, El Salvador, Jamaica, Panama, and St. Lucia.  I would be remiss if I did not also thank CIM Executive Secretary Mora Mora for her …

Inaugural Address by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. The United States Capitol 11:52 AM EST THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and …

Remarks by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo 50th OAS General Assembly October 20, 2020 Thank you, Luis, for your outstanding leadership of this organization. In my address to this body back in January, I praised the OAS as an example of “multilateralism that works.” There’s no question that it works because of your bold stand …

Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States August 7, 2020 Mr. Chair, the United States is very pleased that Foreign Minister Longaric has addressed the OAS to explain the situation in Bolivia. We have found the Foreign Minister’s discussion to be very valuable to understand the situation in Bolivia. It …

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Meeting with Interim President Juan Guaidó  Readout Office of the Spokesperson February 6, 2020 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Interim President Juan Guaido of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and underscored our unwavering support for his democratic leadership. The …

“As we restore American leadership throughout the world, we are once again standing up for freedom in our hemisphere. That’s why my administration reversed the failing policies of the previous administration on Cuba. “We are supporting the hopes of Cubans, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans to restore democracy. The United States is leading a 59-nation diplomatic coalition …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo OAS Permanent Council January 29, 2020 Mr. Chairman, I speak today on behalf of the United States on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp at Auschwitz. At the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp, evil found willing servants and innocent victims. For almost five …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo January 10, 2020 Mr. Chairman, we appreciate the work of various delegations around the table for their commitment to address the ongoing challenge to democratic governance in Venezuela, and for bringing our shared concerns to the attention of the Permanent Council this morning. We are pleased to recognize in particular …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo December 18, 2019 Madam Chair, we agree that the OAS Permanent Council should carefully monitor the situation in Bolivia, although the current resolution is actually a distraction from the real problems in Bolivia. The United States would make four broad observations about the resolution. First, the United States completely condemns …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo December 18, 2019 Good afternoon. It is an honor to be with so many of you today to draw attention to the extraordinary tragedy of modern-day slavery in the Americas. The testimonies you will hear today on the part of the Cuban doctors serve as sources for grave concern over …

Remarks by Ann Cody U.S. Department of State December 11, 2019 Thank you, Madam Chair. The United States takes this opportunity to thank El Salvador for coordinating the inclusion of this important item on the agenda today. We would also like to recognize the OAS Secretariat for Access to Rights and Equity, and its Department …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo U.S. Permanent Representative Monday, November 25, 2019 Mr. Chair, Mr. Secretary General: the OAS and the OAS Member States have been enormously patient in pressing the Ortega regime to meet its commitments under the Inter-American Democratic Charter — and its promises to the opposition Civic Alliance to conduct effective dialogue …

John Fleming, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development, addressed the OAS Inter-American Council for Integral Development (CIDI) on November 14, 2019.  In his remarks, he shared U.S. economic development best practices with leaders from across the Western Hemisphere. He also highlighted that through the Americas Competitiveness Exchange (ACE) program, financed by the U.S. Department …

Remarks by Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative Alexis F. Ludwig November 20, 2019 Madam Chair and OAS Ambassadors, the United States is very proud of the role of the OAS in promoting and protecting democracy and free and fair elections throughout the Hemisphere. We strongly believe, as stated in the OAS Charter, that democracy is the foundation …

Remarks by Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative Alexis F. Ludwig November 20, 2019 Madame Chair, the United States firmly supports the draft resolution we are considering today. It is the product of wide consultation and hard work among OAS member states that stand for representative democracy and unfailingly strive to uphold the principles that bind us …

Report of the OAS High-Level Commission on Nicaragua November 19, 2019 Read the full report  here Executive Summary In keeping with Resolution  AG/RES.2943 (XLIX-O/19) , adopted on June 28, 2019 at the Fourth Plenary Session of the forty-ninth regular session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS), which stated that human rights violations that …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS at the Special Meeting of the Permanent Council on Bolivia November 12, 2019 Madame Chair, the United States is very pleased that the OAS Member States are meeting to discuss the situation in Bolivia. The OAS stands for representative democracy, and …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS at the Special Meeting of the Permanent Council to receive the Foreign Minister of  Bolivia November 4, 2019 Madame Chair, Minister Pary, my fellow Permanent Representatives to the Organization of American States, ladies and gentlemen. The United States has two interests …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS at the Special Meeting of the Permanent Council to receive the Foreign Minister of Bolivia, Diego Pary Rodriguez October 24, 2019 Madame Chair, Ministers Pary and Arce, my fellow Permanent Representatives to the Organization of American States, ladies and gentlemen… The …

Madam Chair, thank you for convening this morning’s Special Session of the Permanent Council. We also appreciate the timely presentation on behalf of the OAS Secretariat, which provided us with important updates regarding electoral and political developments in Bolivia. The United States strongly supports respecting the will of the Bolivian people, as expressed through democratic …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo October 15, 2019 Madam Chair, thank you for convening today’s Special Session of the Permanent Council. We also warmly welcome Minister Valencia back to the OAS, and for describing in detail recent developments in his country. We listened with great interest to his presentation. Let me respond by first reiterating …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo October 4, 2019 Madam Chair, on behalf of the United States government, I am pleased to announce a new $400,000 contribution from the U.S. Department of State to the OAS to help support the full implementation of the Inter-American Convention Against Corruption. This new contribution reflects the ongoing U.S. commitment …

Remarks by President Donald Trump United Nations General Assembly New York, New York September 24, 2019 10:12 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP:  Thank you very much.  Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, distinguished delegates, ambassadors, and world leaders: Seven decades of history have passed through this hall, in all of their richness and drama.  Where I stand, the …

Remarks by Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan Meeting of Consultation of Ministers of Foreign Affairs September 23, 2019 Good afternoon. Thank you, Mr. President, Vice-Presidents, and delegates. Today’s meeting of Western Hemisphere democratic countries marks a turning point for the horrific crisis in Venezuela. Your presence here sends a resounding message that freedom …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo September 11, 2019 Thank you Chair, and we are very pleased that the OAS is discussing this historic opportunity to work with our regional partners to insist on the peaceful restoration of democracy in Venezuela. Colleagues, today is September 11, the anniversary of the terrorist attack that prompted the last …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo September 11, 2019 We appreciate the work of Colombia and other countries bringing this important issue to the attention of the Permanent Council. Colleagues, let us be honest about what we are talking about here: the deliberate and systematic destruction of democracy in Venezuela. The illegitimate Maduro regime has undermined, …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo September 11, 2019 Thank you, Chair, and thank you to Foreign Minister Holmes-Trujillo and to the Government of Colombia for bringing this crucial issue to the attention of the Permanent Council. The United States stands resolutely with the Government of Colombia, President Duque, and the Colombian people in their efforts …

Remarks by Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative Alexis Ludwig September 11, 2019 Thank you, Madame Chair. I would be remiss if I did not take the opportunity of this Permanent Council meeting to mention two signal event that mark this date – September 11 – in our memories. Eighteen years ago today all the member states …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Unveiling Ceremony for the Tall Torch of Liberty Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Secretary Almagro, fellow Ambassadors and Member State representatives, distinguished guests, it is a pleasure to join you today to celebrate the renowned work of American sculptor Greg Wyatt, who is here with us today. Mr. Wyatt, we are …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo August 28, 2019 Madam Chair, Mr. Secretary General: the OAS and the OAS Member States have been enormously patient in pressing the Ortega regime to meet its commitments under the Inter-American Democratic Charter and its promises to the opposition Civic Alliance to conduct effective dialogue. We would like to thank …

Remarks by Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative Alexis Ludwig August 28, 2019 Madam Chair, we thank Canada for requesting this item on the agenda of today’s Permanent Council meeting, and for working with so many like-minded countries – including the United States – to present a resolution that we welcome and endorse. Let me begin by …

Remarks by Alternate United States Representative Andrew Stevenson August 28, 2019 Madam Chair, I want to begin by thanking the delegation of Mexico for placing this important issue, and complementary declaration, on the agenda of our Permanent Council. I would like to echo the condolences of President Trump and other political leaders in the United …

Remarks by Knox Thames State Department Special Advisor for Religious Minorities OAS Permanent Council August 21, 2019 Distinguished Ambassadors, Representatives, and Secretary General Almagro – I want to thank the OAS for setting aside time to mark the first International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. The International …

Remarks by Alexis Ludwig July 18, 2019 Madam Chair, I want to begin by thanking the delegation of Argentina for placing this important issue on the agenda of our Permanent Council. Betty Ehrenberg of the World Jewish Congress and Executive Secretary Paulo Abrao, thank you as well for joining us. Colleagues, today we solemnly recall …

Remarks by United States Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos July 8, 2019 Thank you, Mr. Chair. Minister Browne, Madame Executive Secretary, Distinguished Ministers of Education and Heads of Delegation, Ladies and Gentlemen. It’s a pleasure to join all of you today for the 10th Inter-American Education Ministerial meeting. I very much appreciate the opportunity this …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo OAS General Assembly Medellin, Colombia June 28, 2019 Thank you Mr. President. The United States is very pleased to support this resolution which strongly condemns the actions of the Nicaraguan Government and calls for the restoration of democracy in Nicaragua. We would like to thank Canada and Chile for co-chairing …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo OAS General Assembly Medellin, Colombia June 28, 2019 Mr. President, the United States is very pleased to support this resolution accepting the representatives of the democratically elected Venezuelan National Assembly. We welcome the decision of the OAS General Assembly to follow the lead of the OAS Permanent Council, so that …

Remarks by Kimberly Breier Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Plenary Session of the 49th OAS General Assembly Medellin, Colombia June 27, 2019 Thank you very much. I’d like to thank President Duque, Secretary General Almagro, and your respective teams for organizing this 49th General Assembly of the Organization of American States. We appreciate your …

Remarks by Vice President Pence Memorial Day Ceremony Arlington Cemetery Arlington, Virginia May 27, 2019 11:32 A.M. EDT  THE VICE PRESIDENT: To Acting Secretary Shanahan, Secretary Wilkie, members of the Cabinet, Secretary Esper, Secretary Wilson, General Dunford, honored guests, especially to the active-duty members of our armed forces, our veterans, and most of all, …

Remarks by Alexis F. Ludwig Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States May 21, 2019 Mr. Chairman, the OAS and the OAS Member States have been enormously patient with the Ortega regime hoping that it will meet its commitments under the Inter-American Democratic Charter and its promises to conduct effective dialogue. I remind you that …

May 7, 2019 U.S. Department of State Washington, D.C. 3:36 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Great. Thank you all. Thank you very much. Thank you, Chairman Gluski. Thank you for that wonderful introduction. To President-Elect Bukele, to Vice President Ramirez, to all the leaders in public and in business life gathered here today: It is …

On May 6, 2019, the General Secretariat of the Organization of American States (OAS) and the U.S. Mission to the OAS held a discussion on artistic freedom in Cuba at OAS Headquarters in Washington, DC..  The discussion focused on how freedom of expression is severely restricted and criminalized in Cuba, and the new censorship law …

On April 26, 2019, the OAS Permanent Council held a special meeting to address the unconstitutional alteration of the constitutional regime and interruption of the democratic order in Nicaragua, and calling for further OAS action toward the collective defense of democracy in Nicaragua consistent with the terms of the Inter-American Democratic Charter. The meeting included …

April 10, 2019 United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 11:06 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, to all the members of the Security Council: I am here today, on behalf of the President of the United States of America, to discuss the ongoing crisis in Venezuela and to call on …

Remarks by Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States Alexis F. Ludwig April 5, 2019 Thank you Mr. Chairman for convening today’s special session of the Permanent Council to consider recent events in Nicaragua. Thank you also to the panel of experts for your compelling presentations this afternoon. These presentations should spur us all to …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo OAS Permanent Council March 27, 2019 Mr. Chairman, thank you very much for convening today’s special session of the Permanent Council to consider recent events in Venezuela, as well as the worsening humanitarian crisis. We would like to thank the various experts who have provided us with such compelling data …

On March 20, 2019, the Organization of American States (OAS) hosted a press conference on a new report from the Casla Institute on the commission of crimes against humanity in Venezuela. During the press conference, the Executive Director of the Casla Institute, Tamara Suju, presented the report to the Secretary General of the OAS, Luis …

Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 13, 2019  SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Since America’s founding, the concept of individual rights has been woven into the national fabric. As my friend and scholar Mary Ann Glendon has written, it has given weak members of our society, quote, “an …

February 18, 2019 Florida International University Ocean Bank Convocation Center Miami, Florida 4:47 P.M. EST MRS. TRUMP:  Thank you.  (Applause.)  It is wonderful to be here today in the beautiful city of Miami.  (Applause.)  The President and I are honored to stand with all of you as we together support the people — great people …

Remarks by Vice President Pence at Venezuela Solidarity Event   February 1, 2019 Iglesia Doral Jesus Worship Center Doral, Florida 1:37 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Buenas tardes a todos!  (Applause.)  Thank you, Governor DeSantis; First Lady Casey DeSantis; members of Congress; Ambassador Trujillo; distinguished guests.  Karen and I are so honored to join you …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo January 11, 2019 Thank you Mr. Chairman for convening today’s special session of the Permanent Council, at the request of Secretary General Almagro, to address the worsening situation in Nicaragua. We support for his call to action consistent with the spirit and terms of the Inter-American Democratic Charter. The worsening …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo January 10, 2019 Mr. Chairman, today is a critical day for those striving to preserve the little that remains of democracy in Venezuela, and for the credibility of the OAS. Today’s sham Presidential inauguration, achieved through a fraudulent election, is another decisive step away from democracy and toward dictatorship by …

On December 7, 2018, the Organization of American States (OAS) hosted a conference on the human rights situation in Cuba.  The event, held at OAS headquarters in Washington, D.C., was inaugurated by OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro and included dialogues on the regime’s gross and systematic human rights violations, the criminalization of freedom of expression, …

Miami Dade College Miami, FL November 2, 2018 Thank you very much. It’s a great pleasure, a great honor, to be here today in Miami, and to be with all of you. I can’t thank Ileana Ros-Lehtinen enough. As she said, we’ve known each other many years. We’ve fought a lot of battles together against …

United Nations Headquarters New York, New York September 25, 2018 10:38 A.M. EDT  THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for the first time in this grand hall. I addressed the threats facing our world, and I presented a vision to achieve …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo September 12, 2018 Thank you Madam Chair for convening another Special Session of this Council.  Our Organization has a responsibility to remain engaged and respond to the situation in Nicaragua — which has shifted to a campaign of intimidation and threats against the government’s perceived opponents. The efforts of our …

Remarks by U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Sam Brownback OAS Permanent Council September 5, 2018 I would like to begin by extending my thanks to Ambassador Rita María Hernández Bolaños, Permanent Representative of Costa Rica, for calling this meeting and to our U.S. Mission – represented today by Deputy Permanent Representative Alexis Ludwig, for …

Remarks by Alexis Ludwig Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative September 5, 2018 Thank you Madam Chair, and distinguished presenters. The United States is pleased that the Secretary General, with the support of the Colombian government, has requested the convocation of this important session of the Permanent Council. The United States remains concerned about the struggle Venezuelan …

Remarks by Ray W. Washburne, President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) Organization of American States Washington, D.C. August 27, 2018 Thank you Ambassador Trujillo, for inviting OPIC to address this important institution. For more than 70 years, the Organization of American States has served a critical role fostering solidarity and cooperation …

Remarks by White House Adviser ‎Ivanka Trump Organization of American States Washington , D.C. August 27, 2018 Thank you, Ambassador Trujillo, for that kind introduction – and thank you for your commitment to advancing economic opportunities for women throughout our hemisphere. Secretary General Almagro, and distinguished Ambassadors, it is an honor to speak with you …

Remarks by Ambassador Carlos Trujillo July 18, 2018 Thank you Madam Chair for convening another Special Session of the Council. We have an obligation to respond to the rapidly deteriorating situation in Nicaragua. The situation is worsening day by day. This continues despite the growing international condemnation of the ongoing, government-sanctioned violence and intimidation campaign …

June 4, 2018 Eisenhower Executive Office Building 7:55 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Well, thank you, Deputy Secretary Sullivan.  To Secretary General Almagro, Ambassador Trujillo, and to all the great representatives of freedom-loving nations across the New World: On behalf of the First Family, my wife and I say, welcome to the White House.  (Applause.) …

Remarks by Ambassador Nikki Haley Council of the Americas Conference May 8, 2018 Thank you. It really is great to be here with all of you today. I first want to thank Susan Segal and Eric Farnsworth with the Council of the Americas and, of course, I want to thank my esteemed predecessor, Ambassador John …

May 7, 2018 Organization of American States Washington, D.C. 2:05 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Ambassador Gonzalez, Secretary General Almagro, Ambassador Trujillo, permanent representatives, distinguished members of Congress, ambassadors, all of our honored guests, it is my great honor to be here in the House of the Americas to address this session of the Organization …

Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Ben Franklin Room Washington, DC May 2, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: This is truly humbling. Thank you very much, Mr. President, for those kind words. Thank you, Mr. Vice President, for being here today to honor me by swearing me in. Thank you, Ambassador Lawler. Ambassador Glendon, thank you so much …

Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Remarks OAS Special Meeting of the Permanent Council April 30, 2018 Thank you Mr. Chair. The United States is pleased to be one of the many member states requesting this important session today. We would like to thank this distinguished panel of experts for joining us today and sharing with member states …

Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Remarks OAS Special Meeting of the Permanent Council Commemoration OAS 70th Anniversary April 30, 2018 Thank you, Mr. Chair, and Mr. Secretary General. Today marks an important opportunity for all member states, including my own, to reflect on the founding principles of this Organization set forth in its Charter and the American …

Remarks Mike Pompeo  Secretary of State John J. Sullivan Deputy Secretary of State Harry S. Truman Building C Street Lobby Washington, DC May 1, 2018  DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you. Thank you, everyone, for being here. It’s a great honor to be here to introduce our new Secretary of State. Before I do so, I wanted …

Remarks at a State Luncheon in Honor of French President Emmanuel Macron and Mrs. Macron Remarks John J. Sullivan Acting Secretary of State Ben Franklin Room Washington, DC April 24, 2018  ACTING SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Well, thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. I’m honored to join Vice President Pence in welcoming President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte …

Ambassador Carlos Trujillo OAS Permanent Council Friday, April 20, 2018  Mr. Chairman, Mr. Secretary General, fellow Permanent Representatives — I am honored to come before the Permanent Council today, for the first time, representing the United States of America here at the Organization of American States. I am grateful to President Trump for placing …

Remarks Ambassador Carlos Trujillo Presentation of Credentials Ceremony Thursday, April 5, 2018 Secretary General Almagro, Mr. Chair of the Permanent Council Ambassador Gonzalez, Assistant Secretary General Mendez, distinguished ambassadors and alternate representatives, members of the Secretariat — I am honored and grateful to be here today with you and deeply humbled by the trust that …

Remarks by Interim U.S. Permanent Representative Kevin K. Sullivan Special Session of the OAS Permanent Council Resolution on Venezuela February 23, 2018 Thank you very much Mr. Chair. Just another brief intervention to comment on some of the statements that a number of my colleagues here today have made. The United States is of course …

On January 30, 2018, President Donald J. Trump delivered his first State of the Union Address. In his remarks, the President stated that  – “As we rebuild America’s strength and confidence at home, we are also restoring our strength and standing abroad.”  Watch the full State of the Union Address here .      

On December 6, 2017, the OAS Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) held a special meeting at OAS headquarters in Washington DC, on the subject “Addressing Violence against Women in the Americas.”  Acting United States Deputy Chief of Mission Genevieve Libonati addressed the gathering on behalf of the delegation of the United States. …

Interim U.S. Permanent Representative to the OAS Kevin K. Sullivan (center) and Deputy Assistant Secretary Daniel Foote from the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) (left) are joined by OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro in a ceremony to announce a U.S. government contribution to OAS REMJA for continued programming of cybercrime training workshops.  …

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 11, 2017 Remarks by President Trump at the 9/11 Memorial Observance   The Pentagon Arlington, Virginia 9:49 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you, General.  Thank you very much, ladies and gentlemen. I want to thank you, Secretary Mattis, General Dunford, members of the …

Remarks by Interim U.S. Permanent Representative Kevin K. Sullivan OAS Permanent Council July 26, 2017 Mr. Chairman, my delegation would like to begin this afternoon by thanking you for including this topic on the agenda of today’s Council meeting.  The situation in Venezuela could not be more timely or relevant for this Council’s consideration. Over …

Remarks by Under Secretary of State Thomas Shannon at OAS Meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs on the Situation in Venezuela May 31, 2017 Washington, D.C. UNDER SECRETARY SHANNON:  Thank you, Mr. Chairman.  To you, sir, to the Secretary General and to all my colleagues, I extend my respect and gratitude for your presence here …

Notre Dame Professor Douglass Cassel, U.S. candidate to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR), addresses the gathering hosted by the U.S. Permanent Mission to the Organization of American States (OAS) after his introduction by Interim U.S. Permanent Representative Kevin Sullivan.   Remarks by Interim Permanent Representative Sullivan The Embassy Row Hotel, Washington, D.C. May …

On March 28, 2017, the OAS held a special session of the Permanent Council to address the situation in Venezuela.  Speaking on behalf of the U.S. Permanent Mission, Deputy Assistant Secretary Michael J. Fitzpatrick stated:  “This meeting is happening today because of the constructive spirit of a majority of member states that seeks to identify …