http://www.state.gov/ Top Stories from the State Dept homepage. U.S. Department of State No en-us Thu, 23 May 2013 18:32:08 EDT Thu, 23 May 2013 18:32:08 EDT 60 http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209869.htm http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209869.htm 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. Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209875.htm http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209875.htm 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. Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209889.htm http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209889.htm 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." Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://blogs.state.gov/2013/05/article/diaspora-experience-americas-story http://blogs.state.gov/2013/05/article/diaspora-experience-americas-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 Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/j/inl/rls/rm/2013/209831.htm http://www.state.gov/j/inl/rls/rm/2013/209831.htm 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." Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209826.htm http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209826.htm 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." Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/dpb/2013/05/209876.htm#niger http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/dpb/2013/05/209876.htm#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." Thu, 23 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209822.htm http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2013/05/209822.htm 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. Wed, 22 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209820.htm http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209820.htm May 22: Joint statement issued by participating countries at the Amman Ministerial Meeting on Syria. Wed, 22 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209817.htm http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/05/209817.htm Acting Deputy Spokesperson Ventrell (May 22): "The United States condemns today's attack in the Woolwich district of London. We stand with our U.K. allies in the face of such senseless violence." Wed, 22 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT