Secretary Antony BlinkenVerified account

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Husband, dad, (very) amateur guitarist, and the 71st Secretary of State serving under the leadership of Biden.

Joined January 2021

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  1. We know that a sovereign and independent Ukraine will endure. And we know that in supporting Ukraine we’re also defending the principles of sovereignty and independence that are foundational to global peace and security.

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  2. President Putin launched this brutal and unprovoked war thinking he could eliminate Ukraine as an independent country and divide . Instead, he’s only reinforced Ukraine’s sovereignty and independence. NATO is stronger, more capable, more unified than ever.

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  3. Had fun cheering on the Kalush Orchestra from Berlin last night! Wonderful to see these incredible musicians represent Ukraine and bring home a victory with such poignant lyrics. Slava Ukraini!

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  4. Pleased to meet again with French Foreign Minister while in Paris for the Trade and Technology Council dinner. We discussed bilateral issues and our mutual concern about growing global food insecurity resulting from Russia’s unjustified war in Ukraine.

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  5. The U.S.-EU relationship stands on a foundation of shared values, including democratic governance, fair competition based on market principles, rule of law, respect for human rights, and inclusive growth. The Trade and Technology Council supports these values.

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  6. My meetings in Berlin captured the deep cooperation and coordination that is at the heart of . We remain engaged, aligned, and committed to ensuring the Ukrainian government and its people protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of their country.

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  7. Met with during the U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit and following the COVID-19 Leaders’ Summit. We discussed Indonesia’s G20 host year as well as how to deepen economic engagement and strengthen our strategic partnership.

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  8. The Strategic Concept will be released at the Madrid Summit. We intend to ensure the blueprint we adopt strengthens NATO and ensures it is ready to meet any challenge in the new and more dangerous security environment.

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  9. In our second session of the day, we discussed preparations to release ’s next Strategic Concept this Summer - the public blueprint for how the Alliance will continue to safeguard transatlantic security in a rapidly changing landscape.

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  10. Discussed with my counterparts from Germany, the UK, and France today our plans to continue supporting Ukraine while holding Putin and his enablers accountable. We also discussed our efforts to achieve a mutual return to full JCPOA implementation with Iran.

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  11. Important meeting this morning with Allies in Berlin. NATO continues to demonstrate it stands for freedom and democracy. The Alliance is united and purposeful in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of Russia’s brutal war of choice.

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  12. Met with FM before today’s Foreign Ministerial to discuss the security and economic assistance Ukraine needs to defend itself against Russia’s unprovoked war. Our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity remains steadfast and enduring.

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  13. On Peace Officers Memorial Day, we honor all who have fallen in the line of duty — local, federal and international law enforcement as well as personnel. These special agents & other security personnel made the ultimate sacrifice supporting U.S. diplomacy worldwide.

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  14. I have arrived in Berlin where I will informally meet with foreign ministers to discuss our alliance and sustained action to address Russia’s unprovoked aggression against Ukraine.

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  15. Spoke with UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs yesterday and offered my deep condolences on the death of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed. We will continue to build on his legacy and friendship to strengthen the close ties between our countries.

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  16. Warm congratulations to His Highness on becoming President of the United Arab Emirates. He will carry on the legacy of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed. I look forward to continuing our two peoples’ close cooperation.

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  17. Good to speak with regarding the Berlin NATO Foreign Ministerial to discuss our continued support for Ukraine. We also talked about preparations for the upcoming Madrid Summit and the new Strategic Concept document that will guide for the next decade.

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  18. Productive meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Chinh to discuss deepening our two countries’ thriving partnership. The United States supports a strong, prosperous, and independent Vietnam.

    Secretary of State Antony Blinken shakes hands with Vietnamese Prime Minister Chinh, both standing in front of two ornamental wood and rose-colored chairs with the United States and Vietnam flags in the background.
    U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken sits safely distanced next to Vietnamese Prime Minister Chinh. In between them is a ornamental low coffee table with water bottles, the U.S. and Vietnam flags are in the background.
    In a long room with U.S. and Vietnamese flags sit U.S. and Vietnamese officials, listening and watching U.S. Secretary of State ANTONY BLINKEN sit and talk with Vietnamese Prime Minister Chinh in chairs at the end of the room.
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  19. Good meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn to discuss ways our countries are cooperating to support Cambodia's development and his work as ASEAN Special Envoy to Burma. I shared U.S. concerns on democracy and the PRC military presence in Cambodia.

    Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Cambodia Prak Sokhonn and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stand safely distanced and masked in a round blue room at the State Department with their country's flags behind them.
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  20. Like any neighborhood, the Americas benefit most when governments, civil society, and individuals work together to address shared challenges and seize opportunities. We look forward to hosting our hemispheric neighbors at the 9th in Los Angeles this June.

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