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U.S. Envoy at U.N. on French Polynesia, Self-Determination

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:05:47 -0400

Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis, U.S. alternate representative to the United Nations for special political affairs, explains why the United States disassociated itself from consensus resolution on French Polynesia and self-determination.

Commerce's Blank on U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:57:50 -0400

Acting Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank, in an address to the American Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Panama, describes the benefits to both nations of the Panama–United States Trade Promotion Agreement.

State Department Daily Press Briefing

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:56:38 -0400

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki briefs reporters in Washington on a range of international topics.

Kerry, Others at Meeting on Combating Trafficking in Persons

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:41:57 -0400

Secretary of State Kerry and other administration officials discuss efforts to monitor and combat trafficking in persons.

Obama Seeks More Funds for Asia-Pacific

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:57:30 -0400

President Obama has asked Congress to approve $1.2 billion to support diplomatic and aid operations in countries in East Asia and the Pacific in fiscal year 2014. That is 7 percent more than the amount requested for FY 2012 and the largest growth rate for any region.

Cambodia, U.S. Build New School

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:48:27 -0400

A ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the completion of Preah Ang Duong High School in Prey Veng City, Cambodia.

Obama Proclamation on World Trade Week 2013

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:43:53 -0400

President Obama proclaims May 19 through May 25 World Trade Week and encourages all Americans to observe the week with events, trade shows and educational programs that celebrate the benefits of trade and the global economy.

Kerry on State of Emergency, Fighting in Northern Nigeria

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:33:02 -0400

“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," says Secretary of State John Kerry.

Kerry, Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Moni Before Their Meeting

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:08:20 -0400

Secretary of State John Kerry and Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Dipu Moni make remarks on the U.S.-Bangladesh bilateral relationship before their meeting in Washington.

Native American Roots in Oklahoma

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:15:39 -0400

Experience the rich traditions of Native American culture at Oklahoma City’s Red Earth Festival.

U.S. Agencies Cite Progress Against Human Trafficking

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:22:23 -0400

Better coordination among U.S. federal government agencies is showing results in the struggle to end human trafficking, U.S. officials say.

New Mexico’s Market for Traditional Art

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:09:13 -0400

From beaded necklaces and carved wooden boxes to handwoven hammocks and flat weave carpets, the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market has the world’s best folk art.

Diving High and Low in Chicago

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:57:10 -0400

Experience the sky-high thrills of the 55th annual Chicago Air and Water Show.

State Dept. on Kerry’s Trip to Middle East, Africa

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51:04 -0400

The State Department issues a statement on Secretary of State John Kerry’s travels to the Middle East and Africa on May 21–27.

Celebrating Minnesota’s Bounty

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:40:21 -0400

Attracting nearly 1.8 million visitors a year, the Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest expositions in the world.

Riding the Rodeo in Wyoming

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:36:01 -0400

Dust off your boots and find your cowboy hat for Cheyenne Frontier Days, the largest outdoor rodeo in the United States.

Galaxy’s Ring of Fire

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:11:23 -0400

The “starburst ring” at the center of a galaxy about 17 million light-years away is a region of frenetic star formation.

Commerce’s Sánchez Marks Work to Strengthen Japan-U.S. Trade

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:22:04 -0400

U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Francisco Sánchez presents the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan with a Peace through Commerce Medal for its efforts to help Japan in the aftermath of the tsunami that struck the country on March 11, 2011.

More Governments Step into Arctic Circle

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:56:14 -0400

The Arctic is gaining in popularity. Five new nations gain official designation as observer states of the Arctic Council, whose membership is limited to eight nations with Arctic Ocean shorelines.

Amb. DeLaurentis at U.N. on Situation in Central America

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:40:58 -0400

Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis, U.S. alternate representative for special political affairs, makes remarks at a U.N. General Assembly plenary meeting on the situation in Central America.

U.S. Increases Sanctions Against Syria

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:33:26 -0400

The U.S. Treasury Department takes action targeting senior Syrian officials, as well as companies supporting the government of Syria and linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force and Hezbollah.

Two California Men Sentenced for Rhino Horn Trafficking

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:29:04 -0400

The sentencing of two California businessmen in Los Angeles for trafficking in rhino horn will send both to prison and ensure that $800,000 of their illegally acquired “profits” end up helping protect rhinos in Africa.

USS Pearl Harbor Sets Sail for Pacific Partnership 2013

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:49:34 -0400

The USS Pearl Harbor has departed its home port of Naval Station San Diego as the command platform for Pacific Partnership 2013.

Ambassador Marantis Discusses U.S.–EU Economic Relationship

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:52:32 -0400

Acting U.S. Trade Representative Demetrios Marantis discusses the U.S.-EU economic relationship at a Washington International Trade Association event.

Amb. Rice’s Message on International Day Against Homophobia

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:52 -0400

“We call on all nations and all peoples to join us in ensuring that human rights are universally protected everywhere every day,” says Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. permanent representative to the United Nations, in a video message on International Day Against Homophobia.

Secretary Kerry on Norway’s Constitution Day

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:31:43 -0400

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, Secretary of State John Kerry congratulates and extends warmest wishes to the people of Norway on their Constitution Day on May 17.

Cricket in America

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:11:27 -0400

When you think of cricket, the United States doesn't immediately come to mind, yet cricket has been played there since the colonial era. Today the game is resurgent, with a USA cricket team, local teams organized by immigrant cricket aficionados and school youth programs.

Kerry at Lunch Honoring Turkish Prime Minister Erdoğan

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:52:28 -0400

Secretary of State Kerry delivers remarks at a State Department lunch honoring Turkish Prime Minister Erdoğan.

State Department Daily Press Briefing

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:40:46 -0400

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki briefs reporters at the State Department on May 16.

Kerry, Indonesian FM Natalegawa Before Their Meeting

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:13:44 -0400

Secretary of State Kerry and Indonesian Foreign Minister Natalegawa make brief remarks to the press before their meeting May 16 at the State Department.