1852, from French communiqué, originally past participle of communiquer "to communicate" (14c.), from Latin communicare "impart, inform" (see communication). Originally the heading [..]

Public statement released after important events such as conferences, contracts signed, etc. They are supposed to inform the public and press about the results. However, as Sir Humphrey points out in [..]

From the French verb communiquer meaning to communicate. An official bulletin, notice, or announcement, especially to the press or public, often issued in haste (see this historic example).

A brief public summary statement issued following important bilateral or multilateral meetings. These tend to be bland and full of stock phrases such as "full and frank discussions", [..]

(n) an official report (usually sent in haste)

Pursuant to rule 55 of the Council's provisional rules of procedure, a communiqué is issued at the close of each private meeting.

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