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Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Italy for the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

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Secretary Blinken's Travel to Italy for the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting

Press Statement

Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson

November 22, 2024

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Anagni and Fiuggi, Italy and Vatican City from November 23-27. In Anagni and Fiuggi, the Secretary will attend the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting to discuss a range of issues with partners, including conflicts in the Middle East, Russia's war against Ukraine, Indo-Pacific security, and the ongoing crises in both Haiti and Sudan. Following the meeting, Secretary Blinken will travel to Vatican City for a meeting with Pope Francis, Cardinal Parolin, and Cardinal Gallagher to discuss pressing international concerns, including the Middle East and Russia's aggression against Ukraine.