Zeya

[ zey-uh; Russian zye-yuh ]

noun

1. a river in SE Siberian Russia, flowing S and SE to the Amur River. 800 miles (1,287 km) long.

Example Sentences

Kirby said Uzra Zeya, the State Department’s under secretary for civilian security, democracy and human rights; special envoy David Satterfield; and Sarah Charles, who leads the USAID’s bureau for humanitarian assistance, were representing the U.S. at the Paris conference.

From Seattle Times

Uzra Zeya, U.S. under secretary of state for democracy and human rights, will also meet with Indian government officials to discuss "global challenges, democracy, regional stability, and cooperation on humanitarian relief," the State Department said in a statement on Friday.

From Reuters

"In both countries, Under Secretary Zeya will engage with civil society organizations on freedom of expression and association, and inclusion of women and girls, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable groups, including marginalized religious and ethnic minorities," the State Department said.

From Reuters

Zeya's upcoming trip follows a June visit by Modi to the United States, where President Joe Biden rolled the red carpet for him even as activists decried what they saw as a deterioration of human rights in India under Modi's watch.

From Reuters

Zeya will also visit Bangladesh on her trip from July 8 to July 14.

From Reuters