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Landau Meets German State Secretary von Geyr

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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met on April 23, 2026, with German State Secretary Géza von Geyr to discuss a broad range of global issues including the Persian Gulf, EU, Ukraine, China, and the Western Balkans. Both sides expressed an interest in enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly on security and commercial matters. The meeting reflects ongoing diplomatic engagement between the United States and Germany.

“Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met today with his German counterpart, State Secretary Géza von Geyr.”

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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with German State Secretary Géza von Geyr on April 23, 2026. The two officials discussed a broad range of global issues including the Persian Gulf, EU, Ukraine, China, and the Western Balkans. Both sides expressed mutual interest in enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly on security and commercial issues. This readout provides no compliance obligations, enforcement actions, or regulatory requirements.

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Home Office of the Spokesperson Press Releases Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with German State Secretary von Geyr

Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with German State Secretary von Geyr

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Office of the Spokesperson

April 23, 2026

The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met today with his German counterpart, State Secretary Géza von Geyr.  The two leaders discussed a broad range of global issues, including the Persian Gulf, the EU, Ukraine, China, and the Western Balkans.  Both sides expressed an interest in enhancing bilateral cooperation, especially on security and commercial issues.

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Bilateral Relations and Engagement Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Deputy Secretary of State Germany Office of the Spokesperson

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Published
April 23rd, 2026
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Notice
Branch
Executive
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Non-binding
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Final
Change scope
Minor

Who this affects

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Government agencies
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9211 Government & Public Administration
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Diplomatic engagement Bilateral negotiations
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United States US

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International Trade
Operational domain
Compliance
Topics
Defense & National Security

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