You have our support here in the Senate to amplify those issues, particularly if we believe that attention is needed in order to get the right results.

I think your background in regards to war crimes is something that could be extremely helpful to us as we look at the challenges that we have in regards to holding Russia accountable for its activities in Ukraine.

Corrupt practices... poses one of the greatest threats to democracy.

I was pleased to see the Department of State lift defense trade restrictions on the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Eastern Mediterranean Security and Partnership Act that Senator Rubio and I passed.

I would just urge you, in the extractive industries, to recognize that it is utilized too often for corruption.

I just really want to underscore the importance for the U.S. Embassy to be a refuge for the human rights defenders within Hungary.

I am committed to supporting Ukraine and holding Russian President Vladimir Putin and his government to account across international fora.

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Thank you very much for your comments.

Russia is anything but predictable... they want to bring down democratic states.

Can I get your commitment to build on this progress to further strengthen the security partnership between the United States and Cyprus?

They are absolutely on red alert about the threat Russia poses and they are ready to engage in all measures necessary to thwart that kind of aggression.

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The prospects for effective action within the Security Council itself on the situation in Ukraine are limited by Russia's veto power.

The President has picked somebody with vast experience, impeccable character, and sharp intellect.

Armenia is connected to the United States by the love and concern of countless Armenian-American families.

I expect you as well as all of our nominees today to respect the committee's oversight role and be responsive to the committee's requests for information.

Cyprus is a key part in the Western response to Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Namibia... is a bright spot on the African continent.

There is strong support here in the Senate to expand trade opportunities and other opportunities with Mongolia.

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I think it is absolutely vital that the United States stands with the people of Burma and that we do all that we can.

We have a lot of issues with Thailand. We recognize that. We are trying to make advancements, particularly as it relates to humanitarian issues in Burma.

Thailand has had a significant problem with trafficking in persons.

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