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U.S. Department of State

Diplomacy in Action

United Nations Secretary-General-designate

Secretary Kerry (Nov. 4): " I am extremely pleased to welcome here the new secretary-general of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, who brings very, very special and important skills to this job at this particular moment in time." Full Text»

Briefing on Venezuela

Under Secretary Shannon (Nov. 4): "The purpose of the visit was to highlight our support for the dialogue and to consult with all of those participating in the dialogue and those not participating." Full Text»

The U.S. and the Philippines

Secretary Kerry (Nov. 3): "We continue to recognize our ironclad commitment to the sovereignty, independence, and security of the Philippines.... And we will continue to consult openly and honestly on issues of impact to both of our countries." Full Text»

In Other News

Daily Press Briefing: Turkey

Spokesperson Kirby (Nov. 4):  "The United States condemns the indefensible bombing in Diyarbakir. We wish the wounded a speedy recovery and offer our deepest condolences to all the loved ones of those who lost their lives." Full Text»

Egypt's Important Economic Reform Steps

Secretary Kerry (Nov. 5): "The Egyptian government took important steps this week as part of its ongoing economic reform program." Full Text»

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

President Obama launched the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative in April 2015 to expand opportunities for emerging entrepreneurs and innovative civil society activists in Latin America and the Caribbean. More»

Release of a U.S. Citizen

Secretary Kerry (Nov. 6): "On behalf of everyone at the State Department, I welcome the reports of the release of Wallead Yusuf Pitts Luqman, a U.S. citizen, who had been detained in Yemen for more than a year and a half.‎" Full Text

Secretary's Travel

Secretary of State John Kerry will travel to Antarctica, New Zealand, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Morocco, and Peru from November 10 - November 18. More»

COP 22 Climate Conference

Special Envoy Pershing (Nov. 3): "Entry into force has occurred. That's a big political signal of intent and focus.... But we've also had resources being put forward on the private sector side." Full Text»

Features

Date: 10/03/2016 Description: Photo shows passport photos with and without glasses.  - State Dept Image
No Glasses November 1

Beginning November 1, customers applying for or renewing their passport must remove glasses for their passport photo. More»

Date: 11/01/2016 Description: Photo shows herd of elephants in Africa's savannah © U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam
Combating Wildlife Trafficking

Over the next four years, the U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam plans to spend $45 million on anti-trafficking efforts in Tanzania. More»

Date: 11/01/2016 Description: International Education Week 2016 logo - State Dept Image
International Education Week

International Education Week, November 14-18, celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. More»

Date: 03/28/2014 Description: Department of State by State Map - State Dept Image
State by State Map

The State by State Map details the work of the Department in each U.S. State, and all for about 1% of the Federal budget. More»

Date: 02/21/2013 Description: BusinessUSA Logo © GSA Image
BusinessUSA

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

Date: 08/12/2016 Description: Zika Virus - State Dept Image
Zika Virus
Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for information on the Zika virus.
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