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Diplomacy in Action

Meeting With Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

Secretary Kerry (May 23): "I am appreciative that the Prime Minister has really put personal energy into helping us to define some of the work that we need to do to figure out the way forward."  Full Text» Trip Page»

Date: 05/23/2013 Description: Secretary of State John Kerry greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prior to their meeting in Jerusalem on May 23, 2013. - State Dept Image

The Diaspora Experience: America's Story

Under Secretary Hormats (May 22): "For America to remain the world's beacon, as well as its most dynamic economy and society, we need to keep our doors open and be a land of opportunity." DipNote»

Date: 05/22/2013 Description: A family reviews a photo wall display. © AP Image

Illegal Wildlife Trafficking

Director Luna (May 21): "Trafficking in wildlife is not a benign activity. It is a criminal threat that requires a criminal justice response. Time is our enemy as we work to save endangered wildlife and our world heritage." Full Text»

Date: 12/03/2012 Description: Tiger in tall grasses. © AP Image

In Other News

Daily Press Briefing: Niger

Acting Deputy Spokesperson Ventrell (May 23): "We have seen reports of two simultaneous attacks involving vehicle-borne, improvised explosive devices. We strongly condemn this attack and express our condolences." Full Text»

Sixth Global Conference of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative

May 23: During this important event, government representatives, companies, and members of civil society will come together to recognize the importance of governments transparently managing revenues generated from oil, gas, and mining activities. More»

Burma Responsible Investment Reporting Requirements

May 23: The Department of State will use the information collected as a basis to conduct informed consultations with U.S. businesses to encourage and assist them to develop robust policies and procedures to address a range of impacts resulting from their investments and operations in Burma. More»

National Security at Home and Abroad

Secretary Kerry (May 23): "We fly our flag high because we are a symbol of hope to people everywhere, but that too has been a target for those who know only hate." Full Text»

London Eleven Plenary Meeting

Secretary Kerry (May 22): "The 11 of us are here because our countries have a profound stake in the serious crisis that is affecting the Syrian people, an equally great interest in a peaceful, prosperous Syria that we hope will soon be able to emerge again." Full Text» More» Trip Page»

The Growing Crisis in Africa's Sahel Region

Acting Assistant Secretary Yamamoto (May 21): "Our short-term successes may be fleeting if we fail to address the long-standing political and economic fragility and render the Sahel susceptible to crisis and conflict." Full Text»

Features

Date: 03/22/2013 Description: DOSCareers Mobile App - State Dept Image
DOSCareers Mobile App

The DOSCareers app educates and engages aspiring Foreign Service candidates and others seeking to familiarize themselves with diplomatic careers. More»

Date: 05/01/2013 Description: Celebrating Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2013: Tenzin Frisby - State Dept Image
Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Tenzin Frisby is participating in the Department of Commerce Aspiring Leadership Development Program as a defense trade analyst. 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: 05/01/2013 Description: photo collage: State Magazine May 2013 photo contest images - State Dept Image
Photo Contest

Share a photo that tells an interesting story about the culture, people, or lifestyle in a country where the Department has a presence.  More»

Date: 10/31/2012 Description: The Great Seal. - State Dept Image
E-Government

The State Department is developing and continuing to enhance several website features to improve customer service. Read how»

Date: 02/09/2011 Description: QR Code for m.state.gov - State Dept Image
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»

Date: 07/05/2012 Description: Screenshot of MyStateDepartment v1.1. - State Dept Image
My State Department

Stay on top of your favorite topics with My State DepartmentMore»

Date: 06/14/2011 Description: Logo for App: State Department Seal and stylized image of an airplane in flight. - State Dept Image
Smart Traveler App

"Smart Traveler" for iPhone and Android is for U.S. travelers going abroad.  More» Other Government apps»

Date: 02/01/2013 Description: Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan swears in Secretary of State John Kerry on February 1, 2013 in the Foreign Relations Committee Room in the Capitol. They were joined by his wife Teresa, daughter Vanessa, brother Cameron, and his Senate staff. - State Dept Image
State @ Work

Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan swears in Secretary Kerry on February 1, 2013 in the Foreign Relations Committee Room in the Capitol. More»

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