Deepening the United States-ASEAN People-to-People Relationship: Investing in education, cultural exchange, and the next generation of leaders

The strength of U.S.-ASEAN relations is anchored in the friendship shared by our combined one billion people. Each year the United States provides more than $70 million to support educational and cultural exchanges with the people of Southeast Asia, which foster greater understanding, enhance cooperation, and create lifelong friendships that increase the long-term strength and …

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Marking One Year Since the Release of the Administration’s Indo-Pacific Strategy

Following the release of the Indo-Pacific Strategy in February 2022, the United States, in coordination with allies and partners, has taken historic strides to advance our common vision for an Indo-Pacific region that is free and open, connected, prosperous, secure, and resilient.  The United States continues to demonstrate leadership and commitment to the Indo-Pacific, reinforcing …

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FACT SHEET: In Asia, President Biden and a Dozen Indo-Pacific Partners Launch the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity

The White House Statement and ReleasesMay 23, 2022  IPEF will strengthen our ties in this critical region to define the coming decades for technological innovation and the global economy Framework will create a stronger, fairer, more resilient economy for families, workers, and businesses in the United States and in the Indo-Pacific region Today in Tokyo, Japan, …

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Secretary Blinken’s Remarks on a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokeperson December 13, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken delivered an address on the United States’ commitment to the security and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific in Jakarta, Indonesia on December 14.  The United States is a proud Indo-Pacific nation, and the speech outlined a shared vision for the Indo-Pacific and how we will work with our allies and partners to make this vision a …

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The United States-Indonesia Relationship

Fact SheetOffice of the SpokespersonDecember 12, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Jakarta December 13 – 14, where he will meet with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, and other senior officials to reaffirm the strong U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership and the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.  …

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Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Travels to Indonesia to Underscore Shared Vision of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific Region

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson October 28, 2020 “The strategic partnership the United States and Indonesia have forged remains more important than ever…we will continue to strengthen the bonds that our two countries enjoy based on our shared democratic values, our deep economic ties, and our commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific.”  — …

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UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Fact Sheet June 18, 2020 UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19 The United States continues to lead the global effort to respond to and end the COVID-19 pandemic. Building upon decades of investment in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance, the American people should …

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UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Fact Sheet May 19, 2020 UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19 Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. Government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The American people have given more than …

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Indo-Pacific Cooperation on COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Fact Sheet May 12, 2020 Indo-Pacific Cooperation on COVID-19 As President Trump has said, the United States is working with our friends and partners around the world to coordinate our efforts on stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States values our cooperation with allies …

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UPDATE: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson April 16, 2020 FACT SHEET UPDATE: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19 The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health response to the COVID-19 pandemic even while we battle the virus at home.  As part of …

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U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson March 31, 2020 FACT SHEET U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19 As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, the U.S. government …

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The United States is Leading the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson March 27, 2020 FACT SHEET The United States is Leading the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19 The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health assistance response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are mobilizing all necessary resources to respond rapidly, both at home and …

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The United States and ASEAN: Expanding the Enduring Partnership

Fact Sheet U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release November 3, 2019 U.S. engagement with the ten member states of ASEAN has never been stronger.  The United States welcomed ASEAN’s Indo-Pacific Outlook, and its close complementarity with America’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, as well as the regional approaches of our allies and partners.  …

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U.S. Commitments Announced at Our Ocean 2018

During the Our Ocean Conference in Bali, Indonesia, the United States proudly announced 15 commitments. Together these commitments will strengthen sustainable management of marine resources; prevent plastic and other debris from entering the ocean; support research and observation of ocean ecosystems; and foster partnerships promoting maritime security and a sustainable blue economy. The United States …

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FACT SHEET: Advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo today addressed the Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Washington, DC, to launch the economic and commercial pillars of the Trump Administration’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Before top U.S. business leaders and foreign dignitaries at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Secretary Pompeo detailed how U.S. business engagement in the Indo-Pacific is essential to the U.S. …

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FACT SHEET: Eliminating All Highly Enriched Uranium from Indonesia

At the 2016 Nuclear Security Summit, the United States and Indonesia announced that all fresh (unirradiated) highly enriched uranium (HEU) has been downblended to low enriched uranium (LEU).  The two countries intend to continue their joint effort to eliminate all remaining HEU in Indonesia by September 2016, in furtherance of President Obama and President Jokowi’s …

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