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https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Canada-e1731618131510-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Stuart Savage, Permanent Representative of Canada to the Organization of American States (OAS)." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/declaration-of-the-oas-lgbti-core-group-on-the-international-intersex-awareness-day/">Declaration of the OAS LGBTI+ Core Group on the International Intersex Awareness Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Statement by the OAS LGBTI+ Core Group to Celebrate The International Intersex Awareness Day (Read by Ambassador Stuart Savage, Permanent Representative of Canada, during the regular meeting of the Permanent Council held on November 13, 2024) October 26 marked the observance of International Intersex Awareness Day. On this occasion, on behalf of the members of …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/declaration-of-the-oas-lgbti-core-group-on-the-international-intersex-awareness-day/" aria-label="Read More Declaration of the OAS LGBTI+ Core Group on the International Intersex Awareness Day" title="Declaration of the OAS LGBTI+ Core Group on the International Intersex Awareness Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 14 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20759 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-un-peacekeeping-operation-in-haiti/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Flag of Haiti" decoding="async" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Flag of Haiti" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-un-peacekeeping-operation-in-haiti/">OAS Adopts Resolution on UN Peacekeeping Operation in Haiti</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora November 13, 2024 Thank you, Mr. Chair, and good afternoon, distinguished representatives. On behalf of the United States, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to all member states for their collaborative spirit and shared commitment, leading to the adoption of this resolution in support of Haiti’s request …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-un-peacekeeping-operation-in-haiti/" aria-label="Read More OAS Adopts Resolution on UN Peacekeeping Operation in Haiti" title="OAS Adopts Resolution on UN Peacekeeping Operation in Haiti">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 14 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20747 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/55th-special-oas-general-assembly-approves-2025-budget/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Budget-GA2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora, U.S Permanent Representative, addresses the 55th Special Session of the OAS General Assembly upon adoption of the 2025 budget outlining the organization’s priorities. (OAS Photo)" decoding="async" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Budget-GA2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Budget-GA2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Budget-GA2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Budget-GA2-200x121.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora, U.S Permanent Representative, addresses the 55th Special Session of the OAS General Assembly upon adoption of the 2025 budget outlining the organization’s priorities. (OAS Photo)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/55th-special-oas-general-assembly-approves-2025-budget/">55th Special Session of the OAS General Assembly Approves 2025 Budget</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora November 1, 2024 Good afternoon, colleagues. With this Special General Assembly and the upcoming elections of this organization’s next Secretary General, it is safe to say that we are at a critical moment in the OAS. Our actions today and in the coming weeks and months will play an …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/55th-special-oas-general-assembly-approves-2025-budget/" aria-label="Read More 55th Special Session of the OAS General Assembly Approves 2025 Budget" title="55th Special Session of the OAS General Assembly Approves 2025 Budget">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 4 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20729 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-united-states-marks-the-23rd-anniversary-of-the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-international-day-of-democracy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/special-pc-1-e1726182617327-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Amb. Mora with Asdrúbal Aguiar, former judge of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights from Venezuela. Asdrúbal addressed the Permanent Council on September 11, 2024 regarding developments in Venezuela, highlighting how democracy can be better safeguarded in the face of current digital threats." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/special-pc-1-e1726182617327-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/special-pc-1-e1726182617327-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/special-pc-1-e1726182617327-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Amb. Mora with Asdrúbal Aguiar, former judge of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights from Venezuela. Asdrúbal addressed the Permanent Council on September 11, 2024 regarding developments in Venezuela, highlighting how democracy can be better safeguarded in the face of current digital threats." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-united-states-marks-the-23rd-anniversary-of-the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-international-day-of-democracy/">The United States Marks the 23rd anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and the International Day of Democracy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 11, 2024 Mr. Chair and colleagues, I would like to begin by joining other delegations in thanking Chile for requesting this special session of the Council on behalf of the Voluntary Group for Follow-up to the Inter-American Democratic Charter, as well as our distinguished speakers for their invaluable …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-united-states-marks-the-23rd-anniversary-of-the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-international-day-of-democracy/" aria-label="Read More The United States Marks the 23rd anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and the International Day of Democracy" title="The United States Marks the 23rd anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and the International Day of Democracy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 12 September, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20718 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/special-meeting-of-the-permanent-council-receives-report-by-the-iachr-on-the-human-rights-situation-in-venezuela/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-21-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora, Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS, addresses the Special Meeting of the Permanent Council on the human rights situation in Venezuela. (August 28, 2024)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-21-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-21-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-21-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora, Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS, addresses the Special Meeting of the Permanent Council on the human rights situation in Venezuela. (August 28, 2024)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/special-meeting-of-the-permanent-council-receives-report-by-the-iachr-on-the-human-rights-situation-in-venezuela/">Special Meeting of the Permanent Council Receives Report by the IACHR on the Human Rights Situation in Venezuela</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora Special Meeting of the OAS Permanent Council Human Rights Situation in Venezuela August 28, 2024 Mr. Chair, esteemed colleagues, good morning. I would like to give special thanks to the chair of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights Roberta Clarke for her very comprehensive report about the situation in …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/special-meeting-of-the-permanent-council-receives-report-by-the-iachr-on-the-human-rights-situation-in-venezuela/" aria-label="Read More Special Meeting of the Permanent Council Receives Report by the IACHR on the Human Rights Situation in Venezuela" title="Special Meeting of the Permanent Council Receives Report by the IACHR on the Human Rights Situation in Venezuela">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 28 August, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20706 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-for-the-remembrance-of-the-slave-trade-and-its-abolition-and-the-international-day-for-people-of-african-descent/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-20-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for People of African Descent." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-20-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-20-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-20-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for People of African Descent." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-for-the-remembrance-of-the-slave-trade-and-its-abolition-and-the-international-day-for-people-of-african-descent/">OAS Marks International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for People of African Descent</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco Mora OAS Permanent Council August 22, 2024 Thank you very much Mr. Chair, The United States is honored to join Costa Rica and our fellow member states in recognizing the profound significance of both the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-for-the-remembrance-of-the-slave-trade-and-its-abolition-and-the-international-day-for-people-of-african-descent/" aria-label="Read More OAS Marks International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for People of African Descent" title="OAS Marks International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition and the International Day for People of African Descent">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 26 August, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20687 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-venezuela/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53927657353_2bebe8cf7c_k-2-e1723948371415-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora, Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS, addresses the Permanent Council on the situation in Venezuela. (August 16, 2024)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53927657353_2bebe8cf7c_k-2-e1723948371415-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53927657353_2bebe8cf7c_k-2-e1723948371415-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53927657353_2bebe8cf7c_k-2-e1723948371415-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="53927657353_2bebe8cf7c_k (2)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-venezuela/">OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Venezuela</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora OAS Permanent Council August 16, 2024 Thank you very much chair and good afternoon to everyone. Distinguished Representatives, colleagues, friends, Today, we come together at a critical moment for the people of Venezuela and for the values we hold dear in this hemisphere: democracy, respect for human rights, and …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-venezuela/" aria-label="Read More OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Venezuela" title="OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Venezuela">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 16 August, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20655 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-permanent-council-on-elections-in-venezuela/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BAN-PC-e1722532664590-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Brian A. Nichols, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs addresses the OAS Permanent Council on the elections in Venezuela. (July 31, 2024)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BAN-PC-e1722532664590-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BAN-PC-e1722532664590-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BAN-PC-e1722532664590-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Brian A. Nichols, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs addresses the OAS Permanent Council on the elections in Venezuela. (July 31, 2024)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-permanent-council-on-elections-in-venezuela/">Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS Permanent Council on Elections in Venezuela</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Brian Nichols Assistant Secretary of State OAS Permanent Council July 31, 2024 Thank you, Chair. And thank you to all the ministers who have traveled a long way on very short notice to attend this Special Permanent Council and to those ministers who are participating virtually. They are doing so because they …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-permanent-council-on-elections-in-venezuela/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS Permanent Council on Elections in Venezuela" title="Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS Permanent Council on Elections in Venezuela">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 1 August, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20640 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/gender-equality-in-international-and-multilateral-decision-making-spaces-progress-towards-parity-as-an-institutional-measure-in-the-oas/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Suzanne B. Goldberg, Senior Advisor and Legal Expert, U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Suzanne B. Goldberg, Senior Advisor and Legal Expert, U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/gender-equality-in-international-and-multilateral-decision-making-spaces-progress-towards-parity-as-an-institutional-measure-in-the-oas/">Gender Equality in International and Multilateral Decision-Making Spaces: Progress Towards Parity as an Institutional Measure in the OAS</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Suzanne B. Goldberg Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of State Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights June 25, 2024 Good evening. It is truly an honor and a pleasure to be here in Paraguay. I’m delighted to see some familiar faces and meet new colleagues who are contributing to the important …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/gender-equality-in-international-and-multilateral-decision-making-spaces-progress-towards-parity-as-an-institutional-measure-in-the-oas/" aria-label="Read More Gender Equality in International and Multilateral Decision-Making Spaces: Progress Towards Parity as an Institutional Measure in the OAS" title="Gender Equality in International and Multilateral Decision-Making Spaces: Progress Towards Parity as an Institutional Measure in the OAS">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 1 July, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20636 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-65th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-the-inter-american-commission-on-human-rights/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Suzanne B. Goldberg, Senior Advisor and Legal Expert, U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/DRL2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Suzanne B. Goldberg, Senior Advisor and Legal Expert, U.S. Department of State, Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-65th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-the-inter-american-commission-on-human-rights/">Commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the Creation of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Suzanne B. Goldberg Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of State Office of the Special Envoy on LGBTQI+ Human Rights June 25, 2024 Distinguished colleagues and guests, it is a profound honor to join you this afternoon to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR). Anniversaries invite us to reflect …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-65th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-the-inter-american-commission-on-human-rights/" aria-label="Read More Commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the Creation of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights" title="Commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the Creation of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 1 July, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20630 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-54th-general-assembly-of-the-organization-of-american-states/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-54th-general-assembly-of-the-organization-of-american-states/">The Inter-American Democratic Charter and the 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Inter-American Democratic Charter and the 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States   The <a href="https://www.oas.org/charter/docs/resolution1_en_p4.htm">Inter-American Democratic Charter</a> (IADC), adopted at a special session of the Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly on September 11, 2001, reaffirms the region’s collective commitment to upholding democracy. The IADC <a href="https://www.oas.org/charter/docs/resolution1_en_p4.htm">identifies</a> several key elements and components of democratic governance, including …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-inter-american-democratic-charter-and-the-54th-general-assembly-of-the-organization-of-american-states/" aria-label="Read More The Inter-American Democratic Charter and the 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States" title="The Inter-American Democratic Charter and the 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 29 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20621 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/key-outcomes-54th-organization-of-american-states-oas-general-assembly-asuncion-paraguay/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/key-outcomes-54th-organization-of-american-states-oas-general-assembly-asuncion-paraguay/">Key Outcomes: 54th Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly, Asunción, Paraguay </a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Key Outcomes: 54th Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly, Asunción, Paraguay   “We believe in the institution, its leadership, and ability to face the critical regional challenges in the future. Deeply supportive of this institution from its earliest days as the Pan American Union, the United States remains committed to strengthening and working with …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/key-outcomes-54th-organization-of-american-states-oas-general-assembly-asuncion-paraguay/" aria-label="Read More Key Outcomes: 54th Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly, Asunción, Paraguay " title="Key Outcomes: 54th Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly, Asunción, Paraguay ">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 29 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20607 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-welcomes-reelection-of-professor-nienke-grossman-to-the-inter-american-juridical-committee/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Nienke-750x450.jpeg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Professor Nienke Grossman was reelected to a second term on the OAS Inter-American Juridical Committee at the 54th OAS General Assembly in Asuncion, Paraguay. (June 28, 2024)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Nienke-750x450.jpeg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Nienke-175x105.jpeg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Professor Nienke Grossman was reelected to a second term on the OAS Inter-American Juridical Committee at the 54th OAS General Assembly in Asuncion, Paraguay. (June 28, 2024)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-welcomes-reelection-of-professor-nienke-grossman-to-the-inter-american-juridical-committee/">U.S. Welcomes Reelection of Professor Nienke Grossman to the Inter-American Juridical Committee</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Statement U.S. Permanent Mission to the OAS June 28, 2024 The United States welcomes the reelection of Professor Nienke Grossman to a second term on the Inter-American Juridical Committee today at the 54th OAS General Assembly in Asuncion, Paraguay. Professor Grossman is the first woman and the first Latina nominated by the United States and …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-welcomes-reelection-of-professor-nienke-grossman-to-the-inter-american-juridical-committee/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Welcomes Reelection of Professor Nienke Grossman to the Inter-American Juridical Committee" title="U.S. Welcomes Reelection of Professor Nienke Grossman to the Inter-American Juridical Committee">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 28 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20532 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-human-rights-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-19-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-19-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-19-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-human-rights-day/">OAS Marks Human Rights Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora December 5, 2023 Chair, colleagues, and distinguished guests, As we gather today in the Hall of the Americas, we do so with a deep sense of responsibility and commitment to upholding the principles that have shaped our region’s collective journey towards justice, dignity, and freedom. Seventy-five years ago, in …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-human-rights-day/" aria-label="Read More OAS Marks Human Rights Day" title="OAS Marks Human Rights Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 5 December, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20526 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-addresses-the-transition-situation-in-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-18-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The OAS Permanent Council." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-18-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-18-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-18-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="The OAS Permanent Council." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-addresses-the-transition-situation-in-guatemala/">Permanent Council Addresses the Transition Situation in Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora December 4, 2023 Chair, following last week’s presentation by the IACHR, my delegation stated that any attempt to strip immunity from high level officials directly involved in the free and fair elections in Guatemala would open Pandora’s box. Chair, the Government of Guatemala has now opened that box, and …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-addresses-the-transition-situation-in-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More Permanent Council Addresses the Transition Situation in Guatemala" title="Permanent Council Addresses the Transition Situation in Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 4 December, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20515 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-haiti/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Flag of Haiti" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/H-e1625067590492-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Flag of Haiti" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-haiti/">OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Haiti</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora November 17, 2023 Mr. Chairman and colleagues, the United States welcomes the adoption of today’s OAS Permanent Council resolution concerning the security situation in Haiti. This resolution represents a crucial step forward in addressing the pressing challenges Haiti faces, and reaffirms our collective commitment to supporting the people of …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-haiti/" aria-label="Read More OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Haiti" title="OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Haiti">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 17 November, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20519 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/">OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora November 15, 2023 Mr. Chair, my delegation would like to express our gratitude to the delegations of Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Uruguay for their dedication and co-sponsorship of the OAS Permanent Council resolution presented for adoption today. This collective effort reaffirms a shared commitment to uphold …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-resolution-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Guatemala" title="OAS Adopts Resolution on the Situation in Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 15 November, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20507 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/ambassador-mora-addresses-the-inter-american-dialogue/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-17-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Mora addresses the Inter-American Dialogue." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-17-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-17-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Mora addresses the Inter-American Dialogue." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/ambassador-mora-addresses-the-inter-american-dialogue/">Ambassador Mora Addresses the Inter-American Dialogue</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Francisco O. Mora Reviving Multilateral Diplomacy: Building Coalitions and Mobilizing our Hemisphere The Inter-American Dialogue Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Thank you so much, Rebecca, for that very generous introduction. Good morning to all of you. It’s good to see friends and colleagues here from the OAS. Rebecca, I want to thank you, as always, …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/ambassador-mora-addresses-the-inter-american-dialogue/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Mora Addresses the Inter-American Dialogue" title="Ambassador Mora Addresses the Inter-American Dialogue">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 26 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20498 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-pronounces-itself-over-developments-in-nicaragua/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/NW-e1634751727561-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/NW-e1634751727561-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/NW-e1634751727561-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/NW-e1634751727561-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-pronounces-itself-over-developments-in-nicaragua/">Permanent Council Pronounces Itself Over Developments In Nicaragua</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora October 11, 2023 Thank you, Chair. Once again, OAS member states have spoken out strongly against the grave human rights abuses and destruction of democracy in Nicaragua. Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and his wife, Vice President Rosario Murillo, continue to intensify their attacks on democratic values, on democratic …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/permanent-council-pronounces-itself-over-developments-in-nicaragua/" aria-label="Read More Permanent Council Pronounces Itself Over Developments In Nicaragua" title="Permanent Council Pronounces Itself Over Developments In Nicaragua">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 11 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20490 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-situation-in-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-16-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-16-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-16-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-16-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-situation-in-guatemala/">OAS Addresses Situation in Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora October 10, 2023 Mr. Chairman, esteemed representatives and guests, The United States welcomes the convening of this Special Meeting of the Permanent Council and expresses its deep appreciation to the Secretary General for providing us with another timely report on the OAS transition mission to Guatemala. We also extend a …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-situation-in-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More OAS Addresses Situation in Guatemala" title="OAS Addresses Situation in Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 10 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20486 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-permanent-council-honors-the-memory-of-senator-dianne-feinstein/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-15-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="OAS Permanent Council rises in a moment of silence in honor of the memory of Senator Dianne Feinstein." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-15-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-15-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="OAS Permanent Council rises in a moment of silence in honor of the memory of Senator Dianne Feinstein." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-permanent-council-honors-the-memory-of-senator-dianne-feinstein/">OAS Permanent Council Honors the Memory of Senator Dianne Feinstein</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by USOAS Political CounselorTom Lersten October 2, 2023 Thank you Chair, for your remarks on the passing of a true American pioneer and a dedicated public servant, Senator Dianne Feinstein. President Biden aptly described her as a trailblazer, and indeed, her legacy will be etched in our country’s history. Senator Feinstein’s journey began in San Francisco, …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-permanent-council-honors-the-memory-of-senator-dianne-feinstein/" aria-label="Read More OAS Permanent Council Honors the Memory of Senator Dianne Feinstein" title="OAS Permanent Council Honors the Memory of Senator Dianne Feinstein">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 2 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20477 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-day-of-democracy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53197039879_d73f6013ea_6k-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53197039879_d73f6013ea_6k-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53197039879_d73f6013ea_6k-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/53197039879_d73f6013ea_6k-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="53197039879_d73f6013ea_6k" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-day-of-democracy/">OAS Day of Democracy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Chair, and colleagues, as we know, our region’s common commitment to democracy is not confined within our borders, Chair. It extends across the hemisphere, manifested through the participation of OAS member states in various initiatives — such as the Community of Democracies, the Open Government …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-day-of-democracy/" aria-label="Read More OAS Day of Democracy" title="OAS Day of Democracy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 21 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20472 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-the-situation-on-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-the-situation-on-guatemala/">OAS Addresses the Situation on Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 18, 2023 The United States welcomes the convening of this Special Meeting of the Permanent Council. We express our appreciation to the Secretary General for his timely report on the OAS good offices transition mission to Guatemala, as called for by this Council on September 1. Today’s session …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-addresses-the-situation-on-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More OAS Addresses the Situation on Guatemala" title="OAS Addresses the Situation on Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 18 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20467 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/pc-declaration-on-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/guatemala-flag-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/pc-declaration-on-guatemala/">PC Declaration on Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>CP/DEC. 80 (2446/23) RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN GUATEMALA (Adopted by the Permanent Council at its special meeting, held on September 1, 2023) THE PERMANENT COUNCIL OF THE ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES, RECALLING that Article 1 of the Inter-American Democratic Charter declares that “[t]he peoples of the Americas have a right to democracy and their governments have …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/pc-declaration-on-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More PC Declaration on Guatemala" title="PC Declaration on Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 14 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20460 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/past-present-and-future-of-the-panama-canal/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/AP7806160243-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Jimmy Carter applauds and General Omar Torrijos waves after the signing and exchange of treaties in Panama City on June 16, 1978, giving control of the Panama Canal to Panama in 2000. At far right is Zbigniew Brzezinski, Carters National Security Advisor. (AP Photo)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/AP7806160243-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/AP7806160243-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/AP7806160243-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Jimmy Carter, Omar Torrijos" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/past-present-and-future-of-the-panama-canal/">Past, Present and Future of the Panama Canal</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 7, 2023 Madam Chair, esteemed guests, and colleagues, Today, we gather to celebrate a marvel of human engineering and ingenuity that has connected continents, facilitated global trade, and shaped the course of history—the Panama Canal. This remarkable waterway stands as a testament to human determination, innovation, and cooperation. …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/past-present-and-future-of-the-panama-canal/" aria-label="Read More Past, Present and Future of the Panama Canal" title="Past, Present and Future of the Panama Canal">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 7 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20457 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-passing-of-bill-richardson/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BR-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BR-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BR-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BR-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Obit-Bill Richardson" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-passing-of-bill-richardson/">The Passing of Bill Richardson</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 5, 2023 Madam Chair and colleagues, It is with a heavy heart that my delegation shares with this Council news of the passing of Bill Richardson last Friday in Massachusetts. Richardson served as governor of the State of New Mexico from 2003 to 2011, U.S. Ambassador to the …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/the-passing-of-bill-richardson/" aria-label="Read More The Passing of Bill Richardson" title="The Passing of Bill Richardson">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 5 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20453 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-coup-detat-in-chile/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/chile-AP23247654734009-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="With a sign that reads in Spanish "I have faith in Chile and her destiny," supporters of Chile's late President Salvador Allende gather at an event marking Allende's 1970 electoral victory outside La Moneda presidential palace in Santiago, Chile, Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. Allende was ousted from office 50 years ago in a military coup and Chile was governed by a military junta that did not return power to the civilian government until 1990. (AP Photo/Esteban Felix)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/chile-AP23247654734009-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/chile-AP23247654734009-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/chile-AP23247654734009-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Chile Coup Anniversary" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-coup-detat-in-chile/">Commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état in Chile</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 5, 2023 Mr. Chair and colleagues, Today, we reflect upon the legacy and impact of Salvador Allende, the former President of Chile. As we mark the 50th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 1973, we recall Allende’s commitment to social equity and justice, and the consequences of the coup that reshaped Chilean history. It …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemoration-of-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-coup-detat-in-chile/" aria-label="Read More Commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état in Chile" title="Commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état in Chile">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 5 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20448 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-declaration-on-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-14-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Mora gathers with fellow ambassadors to discuss the OAS declaration on the situation in Guatemala. (September 1, 2023)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-14-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-14-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-14-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Mora gathers with fellow ambassadors to discuss the OAS declaration on the situation in Guatemala. (September 1, 2023)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-declaration-on-guatemala/">OAS Adopts Declaration on Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora September 1, 2023 Thank you very much Chair. The United States thanks the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights and the General Secretariat for updates on the situation in Guatemala. We also thank Chile for requesting this meeting on behalf of Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, and …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-adopts-declaration-on-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More OAS Adopts Declaration on Guatemala" title="OAS Adopts Declaration on Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 1 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20418 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemorating-the-march-on-washington/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-MLK-AP23234801845861-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-MLK-AP23234801845861-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-MLK-AP23234801845861-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-MLK-AP23234801845861-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="March on Washington Dream Speech" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemorating-the-march-on-washington/">Commemorating the March on Washington</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora Thank you very much. It is a great honor to be here today, and I thank the Secretariat for Access to Rights and Equity for all its hard work pulling this event together. Today we commemorate the words and actions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., his calls for …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/commemorating-the-march-on-washington/" aria-label="Read More Commemorating the March on Washington" title="Commemorating the March on Washington">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20414 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-before-the-permanent-council-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/mora1-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council. (OAS Photo)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/mora1-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/mora1-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/mora1-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council. (OAS Photo)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-before-the-permanent-council-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/">Remarks Before the Permanent Council on the Situation in Guatemala</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora OAS Permanent Council August 10, 2023 Thank you very much, Chair, first the United States wants to join you, the Secretary General, my colleagues in strongly condemning the assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, an outspoken critic and opponent of organized crime and corruption. We offer our condolences …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-before-the-permanent-council-on-the-situation-in-guatemala/" aria-label="Read More Remarks Before the Permanent Council on the Situation in Guatemala" title="Remarks Before the Permanent Council on the Situation in Guatemala">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 10 August, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20407 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/reception-in-honor-of-national-disability-independence-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-reception-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-reception-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-reception-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/reception-in-honor-of-national-disability-independence-day/">Reception In Honor of National Disability Independence Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora U.S. Permanent Representative to the OAS July 26, 2023 On behalf of the Missions of the United States, Chile and Uruguay to the OAS, as well as the Art Museum of the Americas and the OAS Secretariat on Access to Rights and Equity, welcome! Today we come together to …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/reception-in-honor-of-national-disability-independence-day/" aria-label="Read More Reception In Honor of National Disability Independence Day" title="Reception In Honor of National Disability Independence Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 3 August, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20359 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-meeting-on-the-inter-american-democratic-charter/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1a-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council, May 30, 2023." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1a-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1a-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1a-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Francisco O. Mora addresses the OAS Permanent Council, May 30, 2023." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-meeting-on-the-inter-american-democratic-charter/">OAS Holds Special Meeting on the Inter-American Democratic Charter</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora Special Meeting of the OAS Permanent Council on “Implementation of all aspects of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and its challenges” May 30, 2023 Thank you very much, Mr. Chair, for convening this very useful and timely discussion to consider “implementation of all aspects of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-meeting-on-the-inter-american-democratic-charter/" aria-label="Read More OAS Holds Special Meeting on the Inter-American Democratic Charter" title="OAS Holds Special Meeting on the Inter-American Democratic Charter">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 31 May, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20351 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-highlights-importance-of-the-freedom-online-coalition/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/foc-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/foc-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/foc-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/foc-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="foc" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-highlights-importance-of-the-freedom-online-coalition/">U.S. Highlights Importance of the Freedom Online Coalition</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Lynn Sicade Director, Office of Multilateral and Global Affairs Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor U.S. Department of State May 18, 2023 Thank you Chair for convening this special session of the CAJP Committee. I also want to recognize the leadership of Chile in coordinating the work of the GALEP group in …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-highlights-importance-of-the-freedom-online-coalition/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Highlights Importance of the Freedom Online Coalition" title="U.S. Highlights Importance of the Freedom Online Coalition">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 23 May, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20320 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/columbus-library-marks-book-presentation/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/luigi-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/luigi-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/luigi-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/luigi-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/columbus-library-marks-book-presentation/">Columbus Library Marks Book Presentation</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Franciso O. Mora April 21, 2023 Secretary General Almagro, Assistant Secretary General Mendez, fellow ambassadors and delegates, observers, and members of the Secretariat – I want to thank you for joining this afternoon’s presentation and discussion. What an opportune way to conclude our commemoration of Pan American Week. Let me say that …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/columbus-library-marks-book-presentation/" aria-label="Read More Columbus Library Marks Book Presentation" title="Columbus Library Marks Book Presentation">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 21 April, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20309 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/75th-anniversary-of-the-rowe-fund/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/rowe-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/rowe-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/rowe-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/rowe-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="rowe" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/75th-anniversary-of-the-rowe-fund/">75th Anniversary of the Rowe Fund</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Francisco O. Mora April 19, 2023 Good afternoon Ambassadors and delegates, committee members, Leo Rowe Fund Staff. I am pleased to be here this afternoon to celebrate Dr. Leo Rowe’s continuing legacy and impact. Dr. Rowe devoted the greater part of his life to the noble goal of fostering accessible education for …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/75th-anniversary-of-the-rowe-fund/" aria-label="Read More 75th Anniversary of the Rowe Fund" title="75th Anniversary of the Rowe Fund">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 20 April, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-20064 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/https-usoas-mission-edit-usembassy-gov-p20064preview_id20064preview_nonce5f73fbbaba_thumbnail_id-1previewtrue/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/https-usoas-mission-edit-usembassy-gov-p20064preview_id20064preview_nonce5f73fbbaba_thumbnail_id-1previewtrue/">Secretary Blinken Leads U.S. Delegation to the 52nd Organization of American States General Assembly in Lima, Peru</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>FACT SHEET <a href="https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-public-diplomacy-and-public-affairs/bureau-of-global-public-affairs/office-of-the-spokesperson/">OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON</a> OCTOBER 6, 2022 Secretary Blinken will lead the United States delegation to the 52nd Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly in Lima, Peru October 6-7. Delegates will convene under the theme “Together Against Inequality and Discrimination” for the first in-person General Assembly since 2019. Secretary Blinken will engage regional leaders on shared priorities, …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/https-usoas-mission-edit-usembassy-gov-p20064preview_id20064preview_nonce5f73fbbaba_thumbnail_id-1previewtrue/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Blinken Leads U.S. Delegation to the 52nd Organization of American States General Assembly in Lima, Peru" title="Secretary Blinken Leads U.S. Delegation to the 52nd Organization of American States General Assembly in Lima, Peru">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 16 October, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19960 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-celebrates-5th-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-4-scaled-e1660067359144-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-4-scaled-e1660067359144-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-4-scaled-e1660067359144-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-4-scaled-e1660067359144-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="1" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-celebrates-5th-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/">OAS Celebrates 5th Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Giovanni Snidle Alternate Representative of the United States OAS Permanent Council August 9, 2022 Thank you, Chair. I would like to begin by thanking the Assistant Secretary General and his staff for all their hard work bringing us together to recognize the central role of indigenous women in preserving and transmitting traditional knowledge. …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-celebrates-5th-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/" aria-label="Read More OAS Celebrates 5th Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples" title="OAS Celebrates 5th Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 9 August, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19847 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/harris-AP22160072732466-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the opening ceremony at the Summit of the Americas Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/harris-AP22160072732466-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/harris-AP22160072732466-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/harris-AP22160072732466-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the opening ceremony at the Summit of the Americas Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>June 8, 2022 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Good evening. Good evening. (Applause.) Well, I know our future is bright when I look at these young leaders. Governor Gavin Newsom, thank you for that introduction. It is, of course, so good to be back in my home state of California. (Applause.) And to everyone here, …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas" title="Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 9 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19843 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Joe Biden speaks during the inaugural ceremony of the Summit of the Americas, Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Joe Biden speaks during the inaugural ceremony of the Summit of the Americas, Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas-2/">Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>June 8, 2022 THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Please be seated. Welcome to Los Angeles. (Applause.) And I probably should stop right here because I’ve followed some difficult acts in the past. AUDIENCE MEMBER: No fossil fuels! No! No fossil fuels! THE PRESIDENT: (Laughs.) (Applause.) I followed some difficult acts, but never before have I followed …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas-2/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas" title="Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/rojasfd/" rel="author" class="fn">rojasfd</a> | 9 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19833 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Joe Biden speaks during the inaugural ceremony of the Summit of the Americas, Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/inaug-AP22160049377663-scaled-e1654787393188-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Joe Biden speaks during the inaugural ceremony of the Summit of the Americas, Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/">Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>June 8, 2022 THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Please be seated. Welcome to Los Angeles. (Applause.) And I probably should stop right here because I’ve followed some difficult acts in the past. AUDIENCE MEMBER: No fossil fuels! No! No fossil fuels! THE PRESIDENT: (Laughs.) (Applause.) I followed some difficult acts, but never before have I followed …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-inaugural-ceremony-of-the-ninth-summit-of-the-americas/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas" title="Remarks by President Biden at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Ninth Summit of the Americas">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 9 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19545 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-on-the-democratic-charters-20th-anniversary/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BN-51486833906_43836cc4c2_o-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Brian A. Nichols, addresses the OAS Permanent Council marking the 20th Anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, September 17, 2021. (OAS Photo)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BN-51486833906_43836cc4c2_o-750x450.png 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BN-51486833906_43836cc4c2_o-1140x684.png 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/BN-51486833906_43836cc4c2_o-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Brian A. Nichols, addresses the OAS Permanent Council marking the 20th Anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, September 17, 2021. (OAS Photo)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-on-the-democratic-charters-20th-anniversary/">Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS on the Democratic Charter’s 20th Anniversary</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Brian A. Nichols Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs 20th Anniversary of the Inter-American Democratic Charter September 17, 2021 Chair of the Permanent Council (and good friend) Ambassador Harold Forsyth, Secretary General Dr. Luis Almagro, Assistant Secretary Mendez, Distinguished Colleagues, Permanent Representatives, I would like to thank Peru for organizing this …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/assistant-secretary-nichols-addresses-the-oas-on-the-democratic-charters-20th-anniversary/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS on the Democratic Charter’s 20th Anniversary" title="Assistant Secretary Nichols Addresses the OAS on the Democratic Charter’s 20th Anniversary">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 18 September, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19499 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-of-people-of-african-descent/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Africa-2-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="OAS Marks International Day of People of African Descent" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Africa-2-750x450.png 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/Africa-2-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="OAS Marks International Day of People of African Descent." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-of-people-of-african-descent/">OAS Marks International Day of People of African Descent</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Bradley A. Freden, U.S. Interim Permanent Representative September 1, 2021 Chair, Madame Vice President of the Republic of Costa Rica Epsy Campbell Barr, OAS Secretary General, IACHR Commissioner Macaulay. I would like to thank all of you for your important and informative presentations today. Yesterday, the United States joined others around the world in commemorating the first International Day for People of African …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-marks-international-day-of-people-of-african-descent/" aria-label="Read More OAS Marks International Day of People of African Descent" title="OAS Marks International Day of People of African Descent">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 1 September, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19482 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-commemorates-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/i-e1628713441617-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="OAS Marks Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/i-e1628713441617-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/i-e1628713441617-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/i-e1628713441617-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="OAS Marks Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-commemorates-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/">OAS Commemorates Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States OAS Permanent Council August 11, 2021 Thank you, Chair. I would like to begin by thanking the Assistant Secretary General and his staff for all of their hard work pulling this week event together. We know this it is never easy, especially as we continue to combat a …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-commemorates-inter-american-week-for-indigenous-peoples/" aria-label="Read More OAS Commemorates Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples" title="OAS Commemorates Inter-American Week for Indigenous Peoples">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 11 August, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19454 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-session-on-the-equitable-distribution-of-covid-19-vaccines/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1bf-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Bradley A. Freden, Interim Permanent Representative of the United States, addresses the OAS Permanent Council Special Session on equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution, July 21, 2021." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1bf-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1bf-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Bradley A. Freden, Interim Permanent Representative of the United States, addresses the OAS Permanent Council Special Session on equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution, July 21, 2021." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-session-on-the-equitable-distribution-of-covid-19-vaccines/">OAS Holds Special Session on The Equitable Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States OAS Permanent Council July 21, 2021 Good afternoon. We would like to thank Colombia for requesting this special meeting and express our appreciation for the panelist presentations. To follow up on the resolution concerning equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, my delegation would like to provide a …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/oas-holds-special-session-on-the-equitable-distribution-of-covid-19-vaccines/" aria-label="Read More OAS Holds Special Session on The Equitable Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines" title="OAS Holds Special Session on The Equitable Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 21 July, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19436 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-calls-for-support-of-the-rights-of-the-cuban-people-under-the-democratic-charter/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-Cuba-e1626285740278-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Bradley A. Freden, Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS, addresses the OAS Permanent Council on the situation in Cuba, July 14, 2021." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-Cuba-e1626285740278-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/1-Cuba-e1626285740278-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Bradley A. Freden, Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS, addresses the OAS Permanent Council on the situation in Cuba, July 14, 2021." /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-calls-for-support-of-the-rights-of-the-cuban-people-under-the-democratic-charter/">U.S. Calls for Support of the Rights of the Cuban People Under the Democratic Charter</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Interim Permanent Representative of the United States to the OAS OAS Permanent Council July 14, 2021 Thank you, Mr. Chair. I would like to take this opportunity to raise the situation in Cuba. Over the weekend, tens of thousands of Cubans took to the streets to exercise their rights to …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/u-s-calls-for-support-of-the-rights-of-the-cuban-people-under-the-democratic-charter/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Calls for Support of the Rights of the Cuban People Under the Democratic Charter" title="U.S. Calls for Support of the Rights of the Cuban People Under the Democratic Charter">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-19084 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/marking-the-centennial-of-the-19th-amendment-womens-right-to-vote/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/100-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The White House is lit with purple and gold light to celebrate 100 years of the 19th Amendment and women's constitutional right to vote, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/100-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/100-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/100-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="The White House is lit with purple and gold light to celebrate 100 years of the 19th Amendment and women's constitutional right to vote, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/marking-the-centennial-of-the-19th-amendment-womens-right-to-vote/">Marking the Centennial of the 19th Amendment – Women’s Right to Vote</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Bradley A. Freden Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States September 16, 2020 Mr. Chairman, the equal opportunity of women in every facet of daily life is an essential feature of a free and prosperous society. With this in mind, I take the floor this afternoon to recall the centennial anniversary of the …</p> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/marking-the-centennial-of-the-19th-amendment-womens-right-to-vote/" aria-label="Read More Marking the Centennial of the 19th Amendment – Women’s Right to Vote" title="Marking the Centennial of the 19th Amendment – Women’s Right to Vote">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/author/usmissionoas/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission OAS</a> | 16 September, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/category/uncategorized/" title="Uncategorized">Uncategorized</a></p> </article> <article class="post-18889 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/women-of-the-venezuelan-chaos/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/fil-49230421606_3e3e8a3748_k-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Carrie Filipetti (center) moderates a panel discussion alongside filmmaker and director Margarita Cardenas. (OAS Photo)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/fil-49230421606_3e3e8a3748_k-750x450.jpg 750w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/fil-49230421606_3e3e8a3748_k-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://usoas.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/271/fil-49230421606_3e3e8a3748_k-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Carrie Filipetti (center) moderates a panel discussion alongside filmmaker and director Margarita Cardenas. (OAS Photo)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://usoas.usmission.gov/women-of-the-venezuelan-chaos/">Women of the Venezuelan Chaos</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On December 16, 2019, the General Secretariat of the Organization of American States hosted a panel discussion and film screening of Women of the Venezuelan Chaos, a film by Margarita Cardenas in the Hall of the Americas. 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