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Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

Secretary Clinton (May 3): "President Obama has made reducing the threat posed by nuclear weapons and materials a central mission of our foreign policy." Full Text» Video» Press Availability» Fact Sheet» Transparency Fact Sheet»

Trafficking Victims Protection Act

Ambassador-at-Large CdeBaca (May 3): "As President Obama stated: 'The victims of modern slavery have many faces. They are men and women, adults and children. Yet, all are denied basic human dignity and freedom.'" Full Text»
Date: 01/12/2008 Description: Indian children hold placards during a silent rally against human trafficking organized by the Movement Against Trafficking (MAT) in Hyderabad, India, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008.  © AP Image

Confronting 21st Century Terrorism

Coordinator Benjamin (May 3): "At the center of this Administration’s counterterrorism approach is identifying the drivers of extremism and figuring out how to address them most effectively." Full Text»
Date: 12/26/2009 Description: Airport police operate a checkpoint for vehicles entering Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009. Aviation security officials worldwide boost safety restrictions on travelers after an attempted Christmas Day terrorist attack on a flight from Europe to Detroit, imposing extra screening and new limits on carry-on luggage.  © AP Image

In Other News

Investigation of Bomb Plot in Times Square
Assistant Secretary Crowley (May 4): "We are working closely with the Government of Pakistan regarding the ongoing investigation of the bomb plot in Times Square. And we appreciate Pakistan’s pledge of full cooperation...." Full Text» Video»
Republic of Korea's Children's Day
Secretary Clinton (May 4): "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer warm wishes to all the boys and girls of Korea on Children’s Day." Full Text»
Polish Constitution Day
Secretary Clinton (May 3): "The quest for freedom, human rights, and the rule of law that inspired Poland’s leaders 219 years ago is still evident in your vibrant democracy." Full Text» Video»
Meeting Today's Security Threats
Ambassador Rice (Apr. 30): "Last spring in Prague, President Obama ...set a new direction for the nuclear weapons policy of the United States – to take us out of the Cold War postures and instead meet today’s security threats." Full Text» Video»
Japan's Children's Day
Secretary Clinton (May 4): "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, it is my pleasure to offer my warmest wishes to all the boys and girls in Japan as they celebrate Children’s Day on May 5." Full Text»
Third U.S.-SICA Dialogue on Security
(May 4): Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Arturo Valenzuela will lead the U.S. delegation to the third U.S.-SICA Dialogue on Security, May 6 and 7, 2010 in Panama City, Panama. Full Text»
Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
Secretary Clinton (May 2): "We have to do better to lessen our dependence on foreign oil. But it has to be done safely. It can’t be done at the risk of having to spend billions of dollars cleaning up these spills." Full Text»
USA Pavilion Opens at 2010 Shanghai Expo
Secretary Clinton (Apr. 30): "We’re going to showcase a lot of what is best about America and particularly our...student ambassadors to help engage the millions of visitors expected to come to our pavilion during the next six months." Full Text» Video»

Features

Date: 05/01/2010 Description: Asian Pacific Heritage Month 2010: Jonita Whitaker - State Dept Image
Celebrating Asian Pacific Heritage Month
Jonita Whitaker is the current POLAD Director since her graduation from the National Defense University. More»
Date: 04/29/2010 Description: United States Diplomatic Mission to South Africa Supporting the 2010 World Cup  - State Dept Image
World Cup 2010, South Africa
South Africa will host the Federation International Football Association (FIFA) soccer World Cup June 11- July 11, 2010. More»
Date: 05/03/2010 Description: Assistant Secretary Arturo Valenzuela greets children who welcomed him upon his arrival to the municipality of Chola in Quiche, Guatemala on May 3, 2010. © State Dept Image,  U.S. Embassy Guatemala
State @ Work
Assistant Secretary Arturo Valenzuela greets children who welcomed him upon his arrival to the municipality of Chola in Quiche, Guatemala on May 3, 2010. More»
 Description: Students gather together to pose for camera. State Department photo
Fulbright Program Enriches Students
Learn about foreign cultures while sharing U.S. views and values. 7th Alumni Conference» Fulbrighters in D.C.»
Date: 03/15/2010 Location: Washington Description: Opinion_space logo - State Dept Image
Opinion Space
Opinion Space is a new discussion forum designed to engage participants from around the world. More»
Date: 04/07/2010 Description: Cover of the State Department's April 7, 2010 Open Government Plan - State Dept Image
Open Government
The State Department is committed to sharing information with the public about the diplomatic work we conduct. Open Government Plan»