Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UFC President and CEO Dana White signed a memorandum of understanding on June 11, 2026, to establish a public-private partnership aimed at enhancing sports diplomacy. The UFC is recognized as a leading mixed martial arts organization and has expanded its influence as a global sports platform.
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Rubio and Dana White sign memorandum on sports diplomacy
On June 11, 2026, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UFC President Dana White signed a memorandum to create a public-private partnership focused on sports diplomacy. The UFC is noted for its significant global presence in mixed martial arts.
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