Secretary Kerry (May 25): "We are working very closely on economic development, economic issues, bilateral trade issues. … Ethiopia has been a very strong partner, a very important partner in efforts with respect to Sudan, South Sudan, and Somalia." Full Text» Trip Page»

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»
May 24: The latest clashes in the northern city of Tripoli, in which at least 23 people have been killed, constitute a stark reminder that the conflict in Syria poses an increasingly dangerous threat to Lebanon’s stability and security. Full Text»
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»
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»
May 24: The Dashboard is a key deliverable of the Open Government Partnership National Action Plan, which promotes the Administration’s commitment to openness and transparency. Full Text»
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»


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