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Marco Rubio

72nd United States Secretary of State since 2025

Also known as Marco Antonio Rubio, Sec. Marco Rubio, Sec. Rubio, Secretary Marco Rubio, Secretary Rubio, Senator Marco Rubio

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US plans Libya embassy reopening with nearly $41M

The State Department is requesting about $41 million to upgrade security and restore a formal U.S. diplomatic presence in Libya, including security enhancements at a Tripoli satellite office ahead of a phased embassy reopening after nearly 14 years. The move is framed as essential to U.S. national security to counter near-peer rivals like Russia and to maintain engagement in a region where Libya’s instability affects regional security, energy markets, and migration, with officials citing Libya’s strategic location and ongoing regional dynamics.

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Jaishankar urges stronger India-ASEAN cooperation amid turbulence

Jaishankar pressed for deeper India-ASEAN cooperation to safeguard maritime trade, energy, food, and health security, and to ensure resilient supply chains amid global turbulence, while stressing adherence to international law and the importance of inclusive, rule-based ties. He also highlighted stronger regional partnerships, structured dialogue on key issues, and the role of the Philippines as coordinator to advance the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during meetings in Manila.

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Key facts

Occupation: lawyer, politician, diplomat, jurist
Position held: member of the Florida House of Representatives, majority leader, Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, member
Citizenship: United States
Born: May 28, 1971
Website: https://marcorubio.com/

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