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»

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»
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»
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»
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»
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»
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»


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

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

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