COVID-19 Information
Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three…
Statement from the Embassy of the United States of America, April 22, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose unprecedented risks to travelers. In light of those risks, the Department of State strongly recommends U.S. citizens reconsider all…
Italy Travel Advisory: Level 4: Do Not Travel, April 20, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in country. Visit the…
For Earth Day 2021, download this free poster
April 22 was established as Earth Day in 1970 by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson to encourage Americans to protect the environment. Since then it has…
Secretary Blinken and Special Presidential Envoy Kerry at Leaders Summit on Climate
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will join President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and several U.S.…
U.S. rallies support for global vaccine distribution
Many citizens of developing world nations will receive COVID-19 vaccines thanks to funds being raised by the United States and partner organizations. The recently launched…
Tackling the Crisis and Seizing the Opportunity: America’s Global Climate Leadership
Well, good afternoon, everyone. And Will, thank you for a wonderful introduction. And thank you for lending us this absolutely spectacular setting and backdrop –…
Diversity is an essential component of the U.S. diplomatic corps
American diplomats represent U.S. values abroad and embody a core tenet of American life: diversity. In the United States, anyone — regardless of race, gender,…
A Proclamation on National Park Week, 2021
The renowned environmentalist and author, Rachel Carson, wrote in her seminal book Silent Spring that, “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength…
U.S. and NATO partner to face global challenges
The United States and its allies are calling on Russia to stop its military buildup along the border of Ukraine and abide by its international commitments. Secretary…
Remarks by President Biden on Russia
Good afternoon, everyone. Earlier this week, I spoke with President Putin of Russia about the nature of our relationship — the relationship between our two…
Holding Russia To Account
We have engaged Russian authorities to share our concerns about their actions and the steps we are taking in response. The President is signing a…
State Department creates new position to advocate for diplomatic diversity
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced April 12 that former Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley will be the U.S. Department of State’s first chief diversity and inclusion…
Sister Parks program links countries around the world
Through the Sister Parks program, national parks in the United States share a mission of environmental stewardship with similar parks around the world. Participant countries enter a five-year…
What makes a National Historic Landmark?
The United States is not as old as some other nations, but it includes many historically important cultural sites. The National Historic Landmarks Program helps preserve them…
A Proclamation on 160th Anniversary Of The Unification Of Italy And The Establishment Of United States-Italy...
Today we commemorate over 160 years since the unification of Italy as a single state and the establishment of United States-Italy diplomatic relations. Our nations…
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Italian Foreign Minister Di Maio
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio today in Washington, D.C. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Di Maio…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio Before Their Meeting
We are working in so many ways on so many different levels, the United States and Italy, to strengthen the prospects for our people across…
Statement from the President on the Beginning of Ramadan
Jill and I send our warmest greetings and best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world. Ramadan Kareem. As many…