Today, on Women's Equality Day, we recognize the courage of generations of visionary women who fought tirelessly for the sacred cause of suffrage and all those who continue to work toward a better world for women and girls. Because when women thrive, we all thrive.

Earlier today, Russia launched missiles and drones against Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure. I condemn – in the strongest possible terms – Russia’s continued war against Ukraine and its efforts to plunge the Ukrainian people into darkness.

On my visit to Ecuador last year, USAID launched a partnership thru our innovative EDGE Fund to help small-scale producers connect to the country's top grocery chain. 40 Ecuadorian farmers, empowered through the program, are expanding their businesses & supporting communities.

A dynamic, resourceful leader, John Riordan, our new Mission Director for Tajikistan, will help drive positive impacts for communities in 🇹🇯 USAID is working to increase regional connectedness across Central Asia to address the most pressing priorities for the people.

In Burkina Faso, a recent terrorist attack killed and injured hundreds. USAID partners are on the ground responding with medical support. We can't ignore this rising crisis in a country already grappling with widespread violence, where 1 in 3 people need aid.

This week, USAID donated 10,000 mpox vaccines to Nigeria to reinforce ongoing efforts to combat the mpox outbreak in Africa. We are committed to supporting partner countries across the continent to bring this mpox threat under control.

Today, USAID announced $10+ million to help Pacific Island communities tackle the climate crisis—one of their most pressing issues—as well as improve disaster preparedness, election accessibility, & more. We're committed to keep partnering for lasting regional progress #PIFLM53

In Sudan, the Arba’at dam collapse has destroyed homes, affected livelihoods, and severely disrupted the water supply for Port Sudan. Initial reports estimate that tens of thousands may have been impacted. USAID partners are assessing humanitarian needs and working to respond.

Operating conditions for aid workers in Gaza continue to deteriorate. Spoke today w/Cindy McCain on this incident, which underscores the constant threat & constraints our partners face every day. Humanitarians are not targets. The IDF must do more to protect aid orgs & civilians.

Ukraine’s agricultural exports continue to strengthen Ukraine’s economy—and in turn, strengthens their defense from Putin's attacks. From Jan - July 2024: agricultural exports exceeded $14 billion—that's $1 billion more compared to the same time last year.

For too many, access to safe and reliable water remains out of reach. This summer, USAID, with GIZ and KfW Development Bank, launched a new partnership with 🇨🇩 to connect more DRC communities and Congolese to sustainable, clean water sources. #WorldWaterWeek

The Taliban's latest vice and virtue laws are erasing women from public life, essentially rendering them mute as well as invisible. With these draconian measures, the Taliban is imperiling Afghanistan's potential for peace, prosperity, and economic growth.

I've worked tirelessly to bring Hersh home, and Jill and I could not be more heartbroken by the news of his death. It is tragic and reprehensible. Hamas leaders will pay for these crimes. And we'll continue working towards a deal to secure the release of the remaining hostages.

Today on #LaborDay and all days, USAID stands with workers—as well as the activists, unions, and civil-society groups supporting them—who, despite barriers and dangers, continue the important, necessary fight for better working conditions, fair wages, and progress.

The U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative, U.S. President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), is changing the way they do business so that more of their programs are led by local partners. By 2026, U.S. President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) plans to triple their investment in local partnerships so that—together—we end malaria once and for all.

Hunger will not be solved by emergency aid alone. That’s why today USAID announced an additional $40 million to build more resilient food systems—through connecting smallholder farmers to improved crop varieties, efficient water sources, and more—in Africa.

Since the US' HOPE I/HOPE II/HELP programs went into effect, #Haiti’s apparel exports to the US have quadrupled from $231 million in 2001 to $994 million in 2021, but these programs are set to expire in 2025. More in this week's #StubbornThings ⤵️ buff.ly/3z7w2EX

The climate crisis knows no boundaries or borders—it impacts everyone. Under President Biden’ Emergency Plan for Adaptation and Resilience, PREPARE, USAID & Department of State are helping more than half a billion people respond to the shocks of a changing climate. usaid.gov/climate/adapta…

Despite Putin’s relentless attacks on Ukraine, 🇺🇦 agricultural sector is feeding 400 million people around the world. And we’re supporting their efforts to grow that to 600 million. ukragroconsult.com/en/news/ukrain…

Since 2018, hundreds of Nicaraguans have been jailed for merely exercising their fundamental rights and freedom of expression. Today, 135 of them were released.