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Diplomacy in Action

Foreign Service Institute's (FSI) Security Overseas Seminar

On May 20, Secretary Kerry will address the Foreign Service Institute’s (FSI) Security Overseas Seminar at the George P. Shultz National Foreign Affairs Training Center. Check back here to watch the videotaped event at approximately 10:00 a.m. EDT. More»

Date: 05/17/2013 Description: Secretary Kerry's remarks at Foreign Service Institute for the Security Overseas Seminar, May 20, 2013. (LIVE) - State Dept Image

Annual Report on International Religious Freedom

On May 20, Secretary Kerry will release the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom for 2012. The report describes the state of religious freedom around the world. Watch it here live at 11:30 a.m. EDT. More»

Date: 05/17/2013 Description: Watch a live broadcast as Secretary Kerry delivers remarks on the release of the annual report on International Religious Freedom on May 20, 2013.  - State Dept Image

Meeting of the President's Task Force on Trafficking in Persons

Secretary Kerry (May 17): "Everybody here understands the impact of human trafficking. I mean, it tears apart communities, tears apart families, challenges, rule of law, not to mention that it is a moral obscenity." Full Text»

In Other News

Daily Press Briefing: Burma

Spokesperson Psaki (May 17): "We do welcome the reports that approximately 20 political prisoners were released today. ... So we continue to urge the government to work through the political prisoner review committee, which was specially put in place to address remaining cases." Full Text»

State of Emergency in Northern Nigeria

Secretary Kerry (May 17): "The United States is deeply concerned about the fighting in northeastern Nigeria following President Jonathan’s declaration of a state of emergency in the Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states." Full Text»

Norway's Constitution Day

Secretary Kerry (May 17): "The United States and our NATO Ally Norway’s strong friendship is vital in the face of global challenges. We’re natural partners in addressing today’s most important international issues." Full Text»

Travel to the Middle East and Africa

From May 21-27, Secretary Kerry will travel to Muscat, Amman, Jerusalem, Ramallah, and Addis Ababa to discuss a range of regional issues; meet with key international partners; and participate in the World Economic Forum. More»

U.S.-Bangladesh Dialogue

Secretary Kerry (May 17): "We look forward to ... our partnership dialogue that will take place in Dhaka in about a week or so. And this is a very important step in working on presidential initiatives, including climate change and food security, among others." Full Text» More»

Labor and Human Rights Through Investment

May 17: The workshop titled “Promoting Labor and Human Rights through Investment” attracted representatives from the investment community, international organizations, academic institutions, and U.S. Government agencies. More»

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: Jed T. Dornburg - State Dept Image
Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Jed Dornburg grew up in seven countries before college. Some say he was destined for the Foreign Service. More»

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BusinessUSA

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

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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»

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E-Government

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

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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 DepartmentMore»

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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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