U.S. Support for Human Rights Defenders
FACT SHEET BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR Human Rights Defenders Guidance The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to putting human rights and democratic principles at the center of our foreign policy. These Guidelines for U.S. Diplomatic Mission Support to Civil Society and Human Rights Defenders (PDF – 7MB) outline and amplify the U.S.’s commitment to supporting this vital work as part of the President’s strategic vision and U.S. foreign policy. It is addressed primarily ... Read More»
The Sixth Anniversary of Genocide Against Rohingya
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 24, 2023 The Sixth Anniversary of Genocide Against Rohingya On August 25, the sixth anniversary of genocide against Rohingya, the United States stands with the victims and survivors and reaffirms our commitment to pursue justice and accountability for the atrocities committed by the Burma military. We are deeply grateful to the Government ... Read More»
Treasury Expands Burma-Related Sanctions and Designates Additional Jet Fuel Suppliers in Burma
PRESS RELEASES Treasury Expands Burma-Related Sanctions and Designates Additional Jet Fuel Suppliers in Burma August 23, 2023 WASHINGTON — Today, taking note of the Burmese military regime’s violent airstrikes against the people of Burma, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a determination that allows sanctions to be imposed ... Read More»
Expanding Burma Sanctions Authorities and Imposing Sanctions on Additional Jet Fuel Suppliers
PRESS STATEMENT MATTHEW MILLER, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 23, 2023 Expanding Burma Sanctions Authorities and Imposing Sanctions on Additional Jet Fuel Suppliers Today, the United States expanded the use of its Burma-related sanctions authorities to allow for sanctions to be imposed on any foreign individual or entity determined to be operating in the jet fuel sector ... Read More»