May 18, 2023 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT), in conjunction with U.S. Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), conducted a five-day workshop on Financial Investigative Techniques, designed to enhance the skills and expertise of prosecutors, financial investigators, and FIU analysts by equipping them with the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 18 May, 2023 | Topics: Economic Issues, embassy, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Agencies
May 16, 2023 Representatives of the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) presented awards to members of the Estonian Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO), Tax and Customs Board, and Internal Security Service (KAPO) in Tallinn, Estonia on May 15, 2023, for their work and assistance in three separate cases involving individuals alleged to have …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 May, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
March 29, 2023 U.S. Ambassador George P. Kent gave opening remarks at the March 29 Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Conference in Tallinn, where he stressed the importance of strong sanctions enforcement and ratcheting up pressure to cut off revenues supporting Russia’s war machine and protect international financial systems. “The Estonian Financial Intelligence Unit is making …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Economic Affairs, embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
February 28, 2023 U.S. Ambassador to Estonia George P. Kent and Brigadier General Brad Nicholson, Commanding General of the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command, visited the Tapa Base today to meet with U.S. forces stationed there, as well as members of the Estonian Defense Forces and NATO Battle Group. During their visit, Ambassador Kent and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 28 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
Antony J. Blinken United States Secretary of State February 24, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Estonia as you celebrate your independence on February 24. For more than 100 years, the close partnership and alliance between the United States and Estonia has been grounded in our …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
February 16, 2023 Good afternoon, everyone. Minister Pevkur, thanks for hosting me in this beautiful city. It’s my first visit to Tallinn as Secretary of Defense, and I’m grateful for your warm welcome – especially in the February weather. I was delighted to be able to host you in Washington last year, and I’m very …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 17 February, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia
February 16, 2023 United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III arrived to Estonia today to meet with Estonian leaders, including Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur. During his meetings in Tallinn, Secretary Austin reaffirmed the strong security partnership between the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
February 13, 2023 Today, the U.S. Secret Service, in partnership with the Estonian Academy of Security Sciences and Baltic regional law enforcement authorities, opened a new cyber training program. The Baltic Computer Forensics Training Program (CFTP) will bring together law enforcement officers from around the Baltic region to develop new techniques to investigate and prosecute …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
January 6, 2023 Major General Stephen Maranian, Commanding General of the United States Army Europe-Africa’s 56th Artillery Command, participated in a ceremony at the Tapa military base on Friday to highlight United States support for Estonia’s recent procurement of HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems. Major General Maranian was joined during the ceremony by Estonian Minister of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 January, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
George P. Kent was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 13th to become the next United States Ambassador to the Republic of Estonia. We look forward to working with the Ambassador Designate as he proceeds through the next steps in the ambassadorial process. Gabrielle Cowan remains the Chargé d’Affaires of U.S. Embassy Tallinn until …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 14 December, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
December 13, 2022 On December 6 and 7, the Estonian Ministry of Interior and the U.S. Department of State co-hosted the “Sub-Regional CBRN Response & Assistance Workshop (SR2 Estonia)”. The training brought together representatives from Estonian ministries involved in internal security, defense, civil protection, health, environmental protection and international affairs with officials from the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 December, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
December 2, 2022 On Thursday, December 1, 2022, U.S. Brigadier General Clinton K. Murray, Commanding General for U.S. Army Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Defense Health Agency Region-Europe, and Command Surgeon for U.S. Army Europe-Africa, met with Estonian President Alar Karis at the 29th Multinational Military Medical Exchange (MMME) and 15th War & Disaster Medicine Conference …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 2 December, 2022 | Topics: embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
December 1, 2022 United States Department of Justice Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Polite, Jr. visited Estonia today. While in Tallinn, the Assistant Attorney General met with Estonian Prosecutor General Andres Parmas and Estonian Ministry of Interior Undersecretary of Internal Security Veiko Kommusaar. “Estonia is an outstanding partner and ally. I have enjoyed visiting Tallinn …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 December, 2022 | Topics: embassy, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
October 18, 2022 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met Estonian Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur. Secretary Austin reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to deterring Russian aggression against NATO Allies. The two leaders also discussed the ongoing efforts to ensure NATO’s credible deterrence and defense posture. Secretary Austin and Minister Pevkur discussed security cooperation and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 19 October, 2022 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 2, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu. Secretary Blinken congratulated Foreign Minister Reinsalu on his appointment as Foreign Minister and highlighted the strength of the partnership between Estonia and the United States as we marked …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
July 28, 2022 The White House Statements and Releases Statement by President Biden Today, we mark 100 years of unbroken diplomatic relations between the United States and our three Baltic Allies — Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Through a century of struggle and reclamation, the United States has always stood by the legitimate governments of these …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia
On July 28, 2022, the United States celebrated the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and State Department Spokesperson Ned Price marked the anniversary with statements. I am pleased today to announce that we are marking the 100th anniversary of unbroken diplomatic relations between the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
July 28, 2022 Today, on the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Estonia and the United States, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Gabrielle Cowan met with Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu to highlight the strength of the U.S.-Estonian relationship and to discuss our shared priorities, including continued support for Ukraine. The United States of America officially …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 28 July, 2022 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
June 16, 2022 U.S. Chief of Mission Residence, Tallinn Good afternoon and welcome to our annual celebration. It’s great to be able to celebrate our Independence Day like this for the first time since 2019. The first thing I think I need to address is why are we celebrating July 4th on June 16th? That’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 June, 2022 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Estonia
May 14, 2022 Four senior United States Government officials are visiting Tallinn this week to meet with Estonian government officials and participate in engagements with civil society. The officials are: Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines, Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs Celeste Wallander, Permanent Representative to the OSCE Ambassador Michael Carpenter, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 May, 2022 | Topics: Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Issues, embassy, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
March 22, 2022 C.S. Eliot Kang, the United States’ Acting Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation, visited Tallinn on March 21 and 22 to build on the close bilateral ties between the United States and Estonia and to consult with Estonian government officials on regional security issues, including Russia’s unjustified war on Ukraine. …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 March, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
03/08/2022 10:34 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Kaja Kallas, Estonian Prime Minister Tallinn, Estonia Stenbock House MODERATOR: Dear guests, distinguished ladies and gentlemen of the press, we are very happy to welcome the Secretary of State of the United States of America here in Tallinn, in Estonia, in Stenbock House. The Prime …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 9 March, 2022 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
03/08/2022 06:23 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Tallinn, Estonia Stenbock House PRIME MINISTER KALLAS: Okay. So welcome. It is my great, great honor to welcome you to Estonia. I’ve been a great admirer of all of your work. I have quoted you many times over these weeks (inaudible). I think you’ve …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
03/08/2022 06:53 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Tallinn, Estonia Ministry of Foreign Affairs FOREIGN MINISTER LIIMETS: Dear Secretary Blinken, dear Tony, it’s really an honor for me to welcome you today in Tallinn. We just met in Washington, D.C. on the 16th of February, just on the eve of this unjustified war …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
March 6, 2022 Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley visited Tallinn on March 6, 2022, to highlight the strong U.S.-Estonia defense partnership and to discuss ways to continue to enhance security cooperation in the future. Milley met with Lieutenant General Martin Herem, Commander of the Estonian Defense Forces. Milley also visited …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 March, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken February 24, 2021 Estonia National Day On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Estonia as you celebrate your independence on February 24. The United States and Estonia have a close partnership grounded in …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE February 16, 2022 The following is the joint statement released by the Secretary of State of the United States and the Foreign Minister of the Government of Estonia. Begin text: The United States and Estonia are close Allies and share a strong …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
February 7, 2022 Ambassador Julianne Smith, the United States Permanent Representative to NATO, conducted a virtual visit to Tallinn on February 7 to highlight the close bilateral defense ties between the United States and Estonia and to consult with Estonian government officials regarding ongoing work to strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defense posture. In virtual meetings with Ministry of Foreign …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
U.S. Summit for Democracy, Featuring Estonian Prime Minister and Youth Leader, Reinforces Global Commitment to Democracy and Human Rights December 9, 2021 United States President Joe Biden welcomes world leaders from 110 countries, including Estonia, to the virtual Summit for Democracy on December 9-10, 2021. The Summit, which includes participation by Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Regions, U.S. & Estonia
November 25, 2021 Ambassadors and Embassies from Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom and United States in Estonia speak out and take a stand. They join 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) “Orange the World: End Violence against …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 25 November, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Gender Issues, Health Issues, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs
November 1, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., met today with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia. The President expressed his appreciation for the Prime Minister’s leadership in joining consensus on the OECD Inclusive Framework on the taxation of multinational companies. The leaders discussed their cooperation on global challenges, including climate change. They also talked …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
Watch Assistant Secretary Donfried’s message to Estonia here. October 26, 2021 Senior U.S. Official for Europe Highlights Strength of U.S.-Estonia Partnership, Commitment to Transatlantic Relationship During Visit to Tallinn The United States Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Dr. Karen Donfried, will visit Tallinn on October 26 and 27 to meet with Estonian …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 26 October, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
September 6, 2021 United States Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo will be in Tallinn September 6 and 7, where she will participate in the Tallinn Digital Summit and hold bilateral meetings. Secretary Raimondo is the first senior official from the Biden Administration to visit Estonia and the first Cabinet-level official to visit since …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 September, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
September 3, 2021 Tallinn, Estonia: The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that a U.S. Navy ship – the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) – will arrive in Tallinn, Estonia this weekend for a scheduled port visit. This port visit provides the opportunity to enhance U.S.-Estonia relations as the two …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 September, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs
THE WHITE HOUSE STATEMENTS AND RELEASES August 9, 2021 National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia to reinforce the strong bilateral relations between our countries, international economic cooperation, and their shared support for transparent infrastructure investments in Europe and around the world. Mr. Sullivan reaffirmed the unwavering U.S. support for the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 10 August, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
July 8, 2021 A delegation from the United States Congress visited Estonia, July 6-8, to meet with Estonian leaders. While in Tallinn, the delegation met with Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, Foreign Minister Eva-Maria Liimets, former President Toomas Hendrik Ilves, and Chair of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson. The delegation also traveled to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 July, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Government Offices, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
Press Release June 29, 2021 U.S. EMBASSY TALLINN, Estonia – U.S. Army Gen. Richard D. Clarke, U.S. Special Operations Command commander, visited Tallinn June 27 and 28 to highlight the strong U.S.-Estonia defense partnership and to discuss ways to continue to enhance security cooperation in the future. Clarke met with a number of key …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs
June 3, 2021 U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Brian Roraff and Jonatan Vseviov, Secretary General of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary General and former Estonian Ambassador to the United States, visited the opening of Vabamu’s new temporary exhibition “US Declaration in Support of Estonian Independence” on June 2, 2021. The exhibit tells the story of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, Featured Event, History, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 15, 2021 Today, we announced actions to hold the Russian Government to account for the SolarWinds intrusion, reports of bounties on U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan, and attempts to interfere in the 2020 U.S. elections. We have engaged Russian authorities to share our concerns about their actions and the steps we are taking …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
MARCH 25, 2021 WHITE HOUSE STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. participated virtually in a scheduled summit of the European Council. Meeting with the heads of state or government of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU) chaired by European Council President Charles Michel, the President reaffirmed his commitment to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE NATO HEADQUARTERS AGORA BRUSSELS, BELGIUM MARCH 24, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. A few weeks ago, not long after becoming Secretary as State, I spoke directly to the American people. I said that my number one job is to ensure that America’s foreign policy delivers for them – that it makes their lives more secure, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 24, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Foreign Minister Eva-Maria Liimets of Estonia, Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs of Latvia, and Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis of Lithuania today in Brussels. Secretary Blinken and the Foreign Ministers emphasized their steadfast commitment to security …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
SPEECH ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. MARCH 3, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good morning. My fellow Americans, five weeks ago I was sworn in as your Secretary of State. My job is to represent the United States to the world, to fight for the interests and values of the American people. When President Biden asked me …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 4 March, 2021 | Topics: Featured Event, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 2, 2021 The United States joins the European Union in condemning and responding to the Russian Federation’s use of a chemical weapon in the attempted assassination of Russian opposition figure Aleksey Navalny in August 2020 and his subsequent imprisonment in January 2021. We share the EU’s concerns regarding Russia’s deepening authoritarianism and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 March, 2021 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 24, 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send congratulations to the people of Estonia as you celebrate the 103rd anniversary of your independence. The United States and Estonia share a strong commitment to global security, economic opportunity, and democratic values. As NATO Allies, we …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 22, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken participated virtually in today’s EU Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) at the invitation of EU High Representative Josep Borrell. Secretary Blinken highlighted the United States’ commitment to repairing, revitalizing, and raising the level of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 February, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS As of this week during the dark winter of the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 500,000 Americans have now died from the virus. That is more Americans who have died in a single year of this pandemic than in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War combined. On this solemn occasion, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 4, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov today. Secretary Blinken and Minister Lavrov discussed the New START extension and the need for new arms control that addresses all of Russia’s nuclear weapons and the growing threat …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 4, 2021 Today, President Biden signed a Presidential Memorandum directing all U.S. government departments and agencies engaged abroad to ensure that U.S. diplomacy and foreign assistance promote and protect the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) persons around the world. The struggle to end violence, discrimination, criminalization, and stigma …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Fundamental Freedoms, Gender Issues, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken, Human Rights, LGBTQI+
FEBRUARY 04, 2021 • SPEECHES AND REMARKS U.S. Department of State Headquarters Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. 2:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary, it’s great to be here with you. And I’ve been looking forward a long time to be able to call you “Mr. Secretary.” Good afternoon, everyone. It’s an honor to be back at the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
REMARKS ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. FEBRUARY 4, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. Today I get to say something that brings me tremendous happiness: President Biden, Vice President Harris, welcome to the State Department. For more than two decades, I’ve had the privilege of watching President Biden at work. I’ve seen his commitment to the American …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
JANUARY 20, 2021 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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 5, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu. Secretary Pompeo expressed appreciation for Estonia’s hosting of the Three Seas Initiative Virtual Summit, reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to invest up to $1 billion in Three …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 November, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 24, 2020 Estonia is sending a strong message in Europe, and within the European Union, by prohibiting Hizballah affiliates from entering its territory, mitigating the threat Hizballah poses to the security of Estonia and international partners. Like the actions taken by Germany, Lithuania, and Kosovo, and the commitment by Serbia earlier …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
For immediate release. October 22, 2020. On October 20 and 21, USAID Deputy Administrator Bonnie Glick visited Estonia to meet with Estonian government officials and private-sector technology companies to discuss U.S.- Estonia relations, opportunities for increased development cooperation in third countries, countering malign Kremlin influence, and USAID’s efforts to advance European and Eurasian countries …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 October, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, Gender Issues, Health Issues, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Clean Vision for Three Seas Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach October 21, 2020 The United States congratulates the Three Seas member states on a productive virtual summit. We commend President Kersti Kaljulaid and the Estonian government for organizing this important event during complicated circumstances. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Business, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Trade | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. OCTOBER 19, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: (In progress) — [The West] stands for the rule of law, democracy, freedom of expression. We drive economic growth through innovation. We protect our people. And our way of life is the envy for the entire world. Look at the freedoms for which the people of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 19 October, 2020 | Topics: Economic Issues, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson September 23, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by United States Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Mr. Keith Krach and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia Mr. Urmas Reinsalu on the importance of secure telecommunications infrastructure. Begin Text: Minister of Foreign Affairs Urmas Reinsalu and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 United States Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Keith Krach is visiting Tallinn on Wednesday, September 23. During his time in Estonia, Under Secretary Krach will have meetings with the President of the Republic of Estonia, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Minister of Foreign …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Estonian Prime Minister Juri Ratas. Secretary Pompeo and Prime Minister Ratas discussed the importance of the U.S.-Estonian partnership within the NATO Alliance and international organizations. The Secretary thanked Estonia for its leadership on …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 21, 2020 On the Treaty on Open Skies Tomorrow, the United States will submit notice of its decision to withdraw from the Treaty on Open Skies to the Treaty Depositaries and to all other States …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE PRESS BRIEFING ROOM WASHINGTON, DC MAY 20, 2020 (Video available here .) SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. This morning, early, I had the chance to drive through Arlington Cemetery, and as we approach Memorial Day Weekend, I want to reflect on the sacrifices of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 20, 2020 Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Through the generosity …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Health Issues, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Europe Day PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 9, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the citizens of the European Union as you celebrate Europe Day. For nearly three-quarters of a century, the enduring bonds of shared history, democratic values, and a commitment to peace and prosperity …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 10 May, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 8, 2020 Message on the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE Day) Today we mark 75 years since the end of hostilities in Europe in the Second World War. We pay tribute today to all those …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, History, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Joint Statement on the 75th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 7, 2020 The following is a joint statement by the U. S. Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia. Begin text: Marking the 75th …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Former U.S. Government Leaders, History, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
World Press Freedom Day PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 2, 2020 On World Press Freedom Day, recognized around the world on May 3, we highlight the critical role of independent media in facilitating the open exchange of information and ideas so vital to free, prosperous, and secure democratic societies. This year, as the world faces the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Officials, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE PRESS BRIEFING ROOM WASHINGTON, DC APRIL 7, 2020 (Video available here .) SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Glad we’re all together, everybody healthy, everybody looking good, staying apart – all fantastic. I wanted to start with just a few brief items here this morning, beginning in the Western Hemisphere. First, I want to express …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Health Issues, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Michael R. Pompeo, U.S. Secretary of State
02/24/2020 12:01 AM EST Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State On behalf of the people and government of the United States, I congratulate the Republic of Estonia on the 102nd anniversary of your independence. I also congratulate Estonia on the 100th anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu. Both the Treaty of Tartu and the U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Monday, July 22 Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Affairs Andrea L. Thompson will be in Tallinn July 23-24 to conduct bilateral meetings with Ministry of Defense Permanent Secretary Kristjan Prikk, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Under Secretary Paul Teesalu and Ambassador Heli Tiirmaa-Klaar. While in Estonia, Under Secretary Thompson will deliver remarks at the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 July, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Monday, May 20, 2019 U.S. Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes Marshall Billingslea visited Tallinn May 16 – 19 to meet with banking oversight officials as well as representatives from Estonia’s banking sector. Assistant Secretary Billingslea also had an opportunity to meet with Prime Minister Ratas and President Kaljulaid. In …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 20 May, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Press Availability Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC April 4, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: So good afternoon, everyone. Seventy years ago today, 12 courageous nations came together to form an alliance that to this day remains the bedrock guarantor of Western security and democratic liberties. Today, our 29 nations believe …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Chinese Actors Compromise Global Managed Service Providers Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 20, 2018 Since at least 2014, Chinese cyber actors associated with the Chinese Ministry of State Security have hacked multiple U.S. and global managed service and cloud providers. These Chinese actors used this access to compromise the networks …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 December, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 19, 2018 Today, the Departments of State and the Treasury took joint action against Russia’s continued and blatant disregard for international norms. Specifically, the State Department added 12 individuals and entities to the List of Specified Persons (LSP) pursuant to Section 231 of the Countering America’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC December 15, 2018 The United States welcomes recent steps by the EU and its Member States to hold Russia accountable for its aggression against Ukraine. The European Parliament’s December 12 resolution reiterates the importance of Ukraine’s role in the European energy supply network and condemns the construction of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 18 December, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs 2018 Meeting of the OSCE Ministerial Council Milan, Italy December 6, 2018 Thank you, Minister Moavero, for hosting us this week. Secretary Pompeo regrets that he could not be here today. He returned to Washington to pay his respects to President George H.W. Bush. During …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 12 December, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Remarks at the Ukraine-Hosted Side Event at the 2018 OSCE Ministerial Council on Russian Aggression in Crimea, the Kerch Strait, and the Sea of Azov Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs 25th OSCE Ministerial Council Milan, Italy December 6, 2018 Thank you, Pavlo, for organizing this important event. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC November 26, 2018 The United States expresses its deep concern over the incident in the Black Sea that occurred November 25 as Ukrainian vessels attempted to transit through the Kerch Strait. Reports that Russian vessels rammed and fired on the Ukrainian ships, injuring Ukrainian crewmen, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
For Immediate Release REMARKS July 25, 2018 Opening Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee July 25, 2018 Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, Chairman Corker, Ranking Member Menendez, and distinguished members. Thank you for the opportunity to be with you today. During my confirmation hearing you asked …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 July, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Michael R. Pompeo
July 16, 2018 Presidential Palace Helsinki, Finland 5:10 P.M. EEST PRESIDENT PUTIN: (As interpreted.) Distinguished Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen: Negotiations with the President of the United States Donald Trump took place in a frank and businesslike atmosphere. I think we can call it a success and a very fruitful round of negotiations. We …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 17 July, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Former U.S. Government Leaders
Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Bucharest University June 18, 2018 Thank you for that very kind introduction Rector Dumitru. I was just saying a moment ago to the Rector that I spoke at this university here a few years ago and the crowd then was a lot smaller …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 19 June, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Anchoring the Western Alliance Good morning everyone. I’d like to thank Heritage Foundation for inviting me to speak today. I have followed Heritage’s research for years and appreciate the work that its scholars do in bringing original ideas to the policy debate. I especially want to acknowledge James Carafano, Luke Coffey and the rest of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 7 June, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Secretary of State Mike Pompeo At Swearing-in Ceremony May 2, 2018 Ben Franklin Room Washington, D.C. 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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 2, 2018 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AT SWEARING-IN CEREMONY OF MIKE POMPEO AS SECRETARY OF STATE State Department Washington, D.C. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. I must say, that’s more spirit that I’ve heard from the State Department in a long time — many years. …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Former U.S. Government Leaders
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 26, 2018 Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Former U.S. Government Leaders
14 March 2017 It’s an honor to be here with our host your Commander of Defense Force General Riho Terras. We are good friends, we have developed a great friendship and relationship since I came into the job. Thank you for a great visit. We truly appreciate the strong Alliance between our countries and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 15 March, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
