Today we mark 20 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people in the City of New York, Washington DC and over the fields of Pennsylvania. The darkness of that day can never be erased but each year brings us a chance to remember those that …
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John Kerry, Special Presidential , Envoy for Climate Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London July 20, 2021 Thank you Robin for a remarkably generous introduction. Ladies and gentlemen I accept the nomination. [laughter] I really appreciate Robin being here and I’m a great admirer of the incredible work of Chatham House, so thank you very, very much for being part of this. …
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REF# 2021 - 2 July 20, 2021 Today, Charge D’ Affaires Daniel Fennell joined Minister of Health Amelia Flores at La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City to receive a donation of an additional 3 million doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine to Guatemala. This second shipment adds to the 1.5 million doses shipped to Guatemala on July 8 …
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July 7, 2021 Good afternoon. This reception center for returned migrants is a shining example of the power of partnership and what two countries can do to respect the dignity of individuals. And in this particular case, the wellbeing of Guatemalans who are returning here to Guatemala and how best we can assist them in reintegrating into their communities here to best achieve …
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Thank you very much, Minister Brolo, for your warm welcome to Guatemala. It was a privilege to meet with the Minister and the President of Guatemala to explore how we can deepen our partnership, our nations’ close ties around issues of mutual concern. I very much look forward to our friendship throughout the days, weeks, …
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OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT For Immediate Release June 7, 2021 Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Guatemala City, Guatemala THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mr. Ambassador. Good afternoon to all of you. It is so good to be with you in person. The last conversation that we had virtually through Zoom was very helpful to …
Read More» The White House June 7, 2021 Palacio Nacional de la Cultura Guatemala City, Guatemala PRESIDENT GIAMMATTEI: I’m trying to express in English to give you the best reception here in Guatemala. Thank you very much for your visit. For us, it’s very important to have you here because it means that Guatemala and the United …
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May 26, 2021 Thank you Jason, it’s a real honor and privilege to be able to participate in today’s discussion, I just want to start by thanking the Atlantic Council for pulling together such a great panel and having this important conversation at this moment, obviously we in the U.S. government are working very closely …
Read More» MAY 04, 2021 South Court Auditorium Eisenhower Executive Office Building THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Good morning. It is truly an honor to be with you today. And thank you, Andrés Gluski, Susan Segal, Eric Farnsworth, for your leadership. The membership of the Council of the Americas includes so many leaders who are truly committed to …
Read More» United States Department of State ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE April 30, 2021 Thank you for this opportunity to address the 51st Conference on the Americas. As President Biden pledged, the United States is revitalizing our engagement with the world – leading with diplomacy. Let me highlight three central priorities as we reengage in the Americas. First, we must end the …
Read More» 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 resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America …
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THE PRESIDENT: As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. Good morning. I’m pleased to inform you: The American people should be extremely grateful and happy no Americans were harmed in last night’s attack by the Iranian regime. We suffered no casualties, all …
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Monday, 11/05/2019 Hotel Barceló, z9, Guatemala City Excelentísimo Ministro de Educación Dr. Oscar López; Presidente de la Junta Directiva de IGA Ingeniero Carlos Salazar; Directora General de IGA Ana Silvia Ramirez; Honored guests; Good Morning. It is an honor to join so many educators who are shaping the young minds that will determine the future …
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MICHAEL R. POMPEO Secretary of State NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK OCTOBER 30, 2019 MR MURDOCH: Ladies and gentlemen, I’m delighted to be here with you tonight to honor a man of many, many achievements and titles: Captain Pompeo, Editor Pompeo, Chief Executive Pompeo, Representative Pompeo, Director Pompeo, Secretary Pompeo, Senator Pompeo. (Laughter and applause.) President …
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Good Afternoon I am deeply grateful for the invitation to join this distinguished group of professionals attending the Centers for Disease Control, Center for Global Health, Regional Training for the Americas. It is also my great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to the great city of Antigua, Guatemala. I understand this Regional training can …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 26, 2019 Oval Office 3:48 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much for being here. We appreciate it. I’m thrilled to be with a very important man in Guatemala, the Minister Enrique Degenhart. And we are doing a very important signing. …
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6 de abril 2019 Señora Representante de la Junta Directiva de la Facultad de Humanidades, Licenciada Maria Elvira Orozco de García; Jefe de la Sección de Idiomas, Licenciado Francisco Puac; Señores presentadores y docentes del sexto Teacher Training Sessions de la Ciudad de Guatemala, Buenos días. What a great pleasure to be here with so …
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Vice President Michael R. Pence Formal Remarks to the Lima Group Palacio de San Carlos – Bogota, Colombia – February 25, 2019 President Duque, President Varela, President Morales, and especially President Guaido of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela – Vice President Mourao, your Excellencies – it’s an honor to address the nations gathered here at this momentous hour for the people of Venezuela and for the progress of freedom in this hemisphere. I bring …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson December 11, 2018 Loy Henderson Auditorium Washington, D.C. DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you very much. Good morning, everyone. Thank you, Nathan, for that kind introduction. It’s my pleasure to welcome you all – esteemed ministers, colleagues, and guests – to this important discussion on counterterrorism in the …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary November 9, 2018 By The President Of The United States Of America A PROCLAMATION The United States expects the arrival at the border between the United States and Mexico (southern border) of a substantial number of aliens primarily from Central America who appear to have no lawful …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. October 11, 2018 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary, thank you for your hospitality this morning and for the outstanding leadership that you have brought to your role as Secretary of State for the United States of America. To President Hernandez, to President …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary United Nations Headquarters New York, New York September 25, 2018 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 …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokerson Statement by Secretary Pompeo September 10, 2018 Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 10, 2018 On Patriot Day, we honor the memories of the nearly 3,000 precious lives we lost on September 11, 2001, and of every hero who has given their life since that day to protect our safety and our freedom. We come together, today, to recall this …
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Santa Catarina Church Manaus, Brazil THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Father Alex. It is a great privilege for my wife Karen and I to be here with you, with Archbishop Don Sergio here at Santa Catarina, which is demonstrating the love of God by being the hands and feet of Christ to people from Venezuela. …
Read More» Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State OAS Headquarters Washington, DC June 4, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Secretary General Almagro and your team, for organizing this 48th General Assembly of the OAS. We are incredibly grateful for your leadership. It is a pleasure to be here at the OAS for the first time …
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Organization of American States Washington, D.C. May 7, 2018 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 of American States. …
Read More» April 20, 2018 Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. MS NAUERT: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you so much for coming, especially on a Friday. Today the State Department released the 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices. Promoting freedom – promoting and defending human rights and fundamental freedoms are central to who we are as a …
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Lima, Peru April 15, 2018 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary General Almagro, President Vizcarra, Presidents, Prime Ministers, and leaders from across the Western Hemisphere — it is my great honor to join you today, as Vice President of the United States of America, at the 8th Summit of the Americas. And I bring greetings and great …
Read More» February 23, 2018 Office of the Spokesperson In May, the United States plans to open a new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. The opening will coincide with Israel’s 70th anniversary. The Embassy will initially be located in the Arnona neighborhood, in a modern building that now houses consular operations of U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem. Those consular …
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February 15, 2018 Excelentísimo Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Jimmy Morales; excelentísimo Presidente del Congreso de Guatemala, Álvaro Arzú; honorables representantes del Gobierno de Guatemala; Presidente de AmCham, Licenciado Juan Pablo Carrasco; excelentísima Ministra de Relaciones Exteriores, Sandra Jovel; excelentísimo Ministro de Economía, Acisclo Valladares; señores de los medios de comunicación; distinguidos invitados: Muy …
Read More» Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson February 14, 2018 We support the decision of Peru, as the host of the upcoming Summit of the Americas, to withdraw its invitation to President Maduro of Venezuela. Peru’s decision was made with the support of the Lima Group, which upheld the high democratic standard for Summit participation. The United …
Read More» February 8, 2018 Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson The United States denounces the decision by Venezuela’s National Electoral Council to unilaterally advance presidential elections without guarantees to ensure free, fair, and internationally-validated elections. These elections do not have the agreement of all political parties and limit the ability of individuals to run in the election. By …
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Secretary of State Rex Tillerson February 1, 2018 University of Texas at Austin Thank you. Thank you. Thank you, thank you so much. And thank you, Greg, for that very kind, warm introduction, inviting me back home today. And I want to thank those at the Clements Center of National Security and the Robert Strauss …
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“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump A NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY FOR A NEW ERA: Less than a year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump is …
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December 06, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Señoras y señores, Muy buenas noches y bienvenidos sean todos. Es un gran placer compartir esta noche con ustedes para conversar sobre un tema importantísimo para todos nosotros: la seguridad de Guatemala. Este evento forma parte de una serie de reuniones para abordar los tres pilares de la …
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December 06, 2017 Palacio Nacional de la Cultura Señor Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Licenciado Jimmy Morales Señor Vice-Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Doctor Jafeth Cabrera Señor Presidente del Congreso de la República de Guatemala, Oscar Chinchilla Señor Presidente del Organismo Judicial, Magistrado José Antonio Pineda Barales Señora Fiscal General de la República, …
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December 1, 2017 Colectivo Amigos contra el Sida Muy buenas tardes a todos. Estamos reunidos para celebrar el Día Mundial de la Lucha contra el SIDA. Este es un tema importantísimo para el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos y estoy aquí para reiterar nuestro compromiso de colaborar con el Ministerio de Salud, con Organismos Internacionales, …
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November 30, 2017 Mexican Embassy in Guatemala Excelentísimos Embajadores de Mexico y Canadá; Oficiales de Gobierno; Panelistas y expertos en temas de violencia de género; Miembros de los medios de comunicación; Distinguidos invitados; Muy Buenas tardes. A nivel mundial, una de cada tres mujeres ha sufrido violencia física o sexual. Me imagino que para las mujeres …
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November 29, 2017. Buenas tardes a todos y muchas felicidades por su 50avo aniversario. Dado que este es mi primer evento oficial con la Cámara, lo primero que quiero hacer es agradecer a los miembros, y especialmente a junta directiva por su compromiso y dedicación. Nos enorgullece que ésta es una de las cámaras bilaterales …
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November 28, 2017 Buenas noches y bienvenidos. Es para mí un placer estar con ustedes esta noche. Quiero agradecer en particular la presencia de nuestros invitados de honor, Jess Weiner Gerente General de Talk to Jess; Diane Reichenberger – Vice Presidenta de Estrategia Global de Mattel; Kendra Smith – artista y atleta reconocida y a …
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November 28, 2017. Sr. Craig Badger, Director de País; Sra. Carolyn Beal, Directora de Capacitación; Sres. Socios de Trabajo; Aspirantes y Voluntarios de Cuerpo de Paz; Personal de Cuerpo de Paz Buenos días. Primero que todo quiero felicitar al nuevo grupo que se convertirá en Voluntarios, en este día de su juramentación. Me enorgullece ser parte de la tradición …
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Quetzaltenango, November 18, 2017 Ladies and Gentlemen, Good afternoon! I am delighted to be with you today, and I thank you for joining us for this Town Hall event. I think it is fitting that my first opportunity to speak with a group of private American citizens should take place in Quetzaltenango, which I know …
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Quetzaltenango, 18 de noviembre de 2017 Señor Alcalde, Licenciado Luis Grijalva; Señoras y Señores Expositores; Señoras y Señores Miembros de la Prensa; Público que nos acompaña. Muy Buenos días a todos. Les agradecemos enormemente que nos acompañen en este importante evento; espero que hayan tenido la oportunidad de probar algunos de los alimentos en la …
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Quetzaltenango 17 de noviembre 2017 Buenas noches a todos. Muchísimas gracias por acompañarnos esta noche. Esta es la primera vez que visito Xela en muchísimos años y estoy muy contento y emocionado de estar aquí porque mi mamá nació no muy lejos de aquí en Olintepeque. También me complace participar en el lanzamiento de “Sabor …
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November 21, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Buenas noches, sean todos bienvenidos. Considero un gran honor representar al Gobierno de los Estados Unidos en Guatemala, un país que es muy especial para mí. Desde mi llegada, me han preguntado muchas veces sobre las prioridades de los Estados Unidos para Guatemala. Puedo asegurarles que nuestros objetivos …
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November 2nd. 2017 IGA administration and faculty; Ministry of Education officials; Presenters; teachers; students. Friends all Good morning! It is a great pleasure to be with you today at the 36th annual National Teachers Conference. This year’s theme, “Different Cultures, One Classroom” serves as a great reminder of the world we live in and the …
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United Nations New York, New York 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of our …
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During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans who have helped shape our great Nation. We are grateful for the many contributions Hispanic American men and women make to our society and the vibrancy they weave into our American culture. From America’s earliest days, Hispanic Americans have played a prominent and …
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Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Miami, Florida THE VICE PRESIDENT: Governor Scott, Senator Rubio, Congressman Diaz-Balart, thank you for those stirring words. These are three great leaders and three great champions of freedom. (Applause.) To Miami-Dade County Mayor Gimenez, Mayor Bermudez, distinguished guests, it is my great honor to join you here today in …
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