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Diplomacy in Action

Syria After Geneva: Next Steps for U.S. Policy

Assistant Secretary Patterson (Mar. 26): "Peace will not come to Syria from a military victory. The only sustainable solution to the Syria crisis is a negotiated political settlement." Full Text» Secretary's Statement» More»

Department of State by State Map

The Department of State by State interactive map provides a snapshot as to how the Department benefits each U.S. State, and all for about 1% of the federal budget. View the map to discover the value of our foreign policy investment in your State.

Date: 03/18/2014 Description: Department of State by State Map - State Dept Image

State Department #YALICHAT Goes Viral

Yesterday more than 12,000 people joined Under Secretary Richard Stengel (@Stengel) for the first in a series of live Twitter chats on the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) and Young African Leaders Network (YALN). More»

Date: 03/10/2014 Description: A person using a smart phone. © AP Image

In Other News

Daily Press Briefing: D.P.R.K.

Deputy Spokesperson Harf (Mar. 26): "These are decisions that the North Korean Government could take today to help improve the lives of their people, and they’re not doing it." Full Text»

Massive Open Online Course for English Language Educators

Mar. 27: By strengthening the quality of English teaching around the world, the Department hopes to open economic opportunities in science, business, technology, and higher education for more of our international partners and offer skills for a better future. More»

Escalation of Violence and Insecurity in Darfur

Deputy Spokesperson Harf (Mar. 26): "We are deeply concerned by the sharp escalation in violence and insecurity in Darfur resulting from actions committed by Sudanese Government forces, government-sponsored militias, and Darfuri armed movements." Full Text»

UN Human Rights Council Vote on Sri Lanka Reconciliation

Secretary Kerry (Mar. 27): "Today’s vote in the UN Human Rights Council sends a clear message: The time to pursue lasting peace and prosperity is now; justice and accountability cannot wait." Full Text»

Mass Trials and Sentencing in Egypt

Secretary Kerry (Mar. 26): "I am deeply, deeply troubled by the sudden and unprecedented decision by an Egyptian court to issue preliminary death sentences for 529 citizens after a quick mass trial. It simply defies logic."  Full Text»

Secretary Kerry's Travel

Secretary of State John Kerry will travel to Brussels, Algiers, and Rabat on April 1-5 to co-chair several events, hold bilateral meetings, and meet with senior officials. More»

Features

Date: 03/07/2014 Description: Women's History Month 2014: Michelle Los Banos - State Dept Image
Women's History Month 2014

In 2013, division programs managed by Michelle Los Banos reached more than 9 million foreign participants in 132 countries and territories across the globe. More»

Date: 02/25/2014 Description: Colombian students take notes as U.S. diplomats lecture about the different branches of U.S. Government. © Universidad Externado
"Teach America" in Colombia

U.S. diplomats are teaching Colombia's next generation of politicos how our government works while building stronger ties. More»

Date: 02/21/2013 Description: BusinessUSA Logo © GSA Image
BusinessUSA

Business.USA.gov is the U.S. Government's official web portal to support business start-ups, growth, financing, and exporting.

Date: 01/22/2014 Description: "Diplomacy in Action" flyer © Smithsonian Institution
Diplomacy in Action

The Department's Diplomatic Reception Rooms unveiled a new digital learning resource in a free online conference. More»

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state.gov for Mobile

Get foreign policy information on your handheld device by scanning in the above QR code or visiting m.state.govOther Government apps»

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My State Department

Stay on top of your favorite topics with My State Department More»

Date: 09/12/2013 Description: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement launches Operation Predator iPhone App. © U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Operation Predator App

U.S. ICE launched this new smartphone app designed to seek the public's help with fugitive and unknown suspect child predators. More»

Date: 10/28/2013 Description: Secretary of State John Kerry responds to questions from employees during a town hall at the Department of State in Washington, DC on October 28, 2013.  - State Dept Image
State @ Work

Secretary of State John Kerry responds to questions from employees during a town hall at the Department of State in Washington, DC. More»

Date: 01/17/2014 Description: Screenshot of bids.state.gov website. - State Dept Image
Business Booster

The bids.state.gov website helps U.S. companies get information about export opportunities. More»

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