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Contact Group on Piracy Off the Coast of Somalia Marks First Anniversary
(Jan. 26): The United States will join partners from more than 50 countries and international organizations at the United Nations in New York January 28 for a plenary meeting of the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia, a growing diplomatic effort that is making steady progress against criminals targeting Africa-bound humanitarian aid shipments and other vessels transiting one of the world’s busiest shipping corridors. Full Text»
Secretary Clinton With Italian Foreign Minister Franco Frattini After Their Meeting
(Jan. 25): "I also appreciate Italy’s announcement earlier this month of new financial support for Somalia, which is a great boost to the efforts there." Full Text»
Special Envoy: Vacant | Background Notes | USAID Page
Embassy Operations are currently suspended. The United States maintains regular dialogue with the TFG and other key stakeholders in Somalia through the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya.
