Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting on the Inter-American Democratic Charter

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma participated in an event supporting the implementation of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, on the sidelines of the Organization of American States General Assembly on June 27, 2024. The United States, as chair of the Voluntary Group of OAS Member States for the Follow-up on the Democratic Charter, convened the dialogue in collaboration with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to enhance regional cooperation on information integrity and responses to dis/misinformation and its impact on civic space.  The event emphasized OAS member states’ shared commitment to promote adherence to the Democratic Charter and strengthen democratic institutions, digital best practices, and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.