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Clinton: Remarks With Israeli Defense Minister
Monday, 1 March 2010, 11:15 am | US State Department
The President and I are deeply committed to a comprehensive peace beginning with a re-launch of meaningful negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians as soon as possible. We believe a two-state solution is the best way to end the conflict ... More >>
World Reflects on Women's Progress
Monday, 1 March 2010, 11:09 am | US State Department
In March, the world observes International Women's Day, and, in the United States, Women's History Month. And while women have made great strides in many areas where they once were marginalized, there is still much work to be done in areas including ... More >>
Dominican Republic Independence Day
Monday, 1 March 2010, 10:57 am | US State Department
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of the Dominican Republic as they celebrate the 166th anniversary of their independence on February 27. This is an occasion to honor the rich history and culture ... More >>
Secretary's Remarks: Black History Month
Tuesday, 23 February 2010, 12:20 pm | US State Department
First of all, we have the opportunity to celebrate Black History Month, a chance to remember and honor the contributions that African-Americans have made toward building our nation and making real the principles that America was founded upon, to think ... More >>
Clinton On The Passing Of Alexander Haig
Monday, 22 February 2010, 10:51 am | US State Department
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Secretary of State Alexander Haig. He served his country in many capacities for many years, earning honor on the battlefield, the confidence of Presidents and Prime Ministers, and the thanks of ... More >>
Release of Americans from Haiti
Friday, 19 February 2010, 1:53 pm | US State Department
Today, the Haitian judge released eight of the ten American citizens and they have departed Haiti for the United States. Two members of the group are being detained in Haiti to answer further questions, as the investigation is ongoing More >>
Arms Trade Treaty
Friday, 19 February 2010, 1:49 pm | US State Department
I know that conventional arms have gotten much less attention even though they kill more people every year than nuclear, chemical or biological weapons. I am here to make sure that everyone knows that the United States is strongly committed to addressing ... More >>
US and Germany Sign Science & Technology Agreement
Friday, 19 February 2010, 1:46 pm | US State Department
The Governments of the United States and Germany held a Science and Technology Agreement signing ceremony today at the U.S. Department of State in Washington D.C. Deputy Secretary of State James Steinberg signed the agreement on behalf of the United States, ... More >>
Anti-Piracy Efforts
Friday, 19 February 2010, 1:39 pm | US State Department
The United States joined with partners across the international community to establish the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia, which has honored Secretary Clinton’s call for a 21st century solution to a 17th century crime of pirate attacks ... More >>
Clinton: Day of the Women of the Americas
Friday, 19 February 2010, 11:32 am | US State Department
On this Day of the Women of the Americas, I am proud to honor the women of the hemisphere who are working every day to build a better future for themselves, their families, and their societies. Unfortunately, women are still denied rights, deprived of dignity ... More >>
International Mother Language Day
Friday, 19 February 2010, 11:08 am | US State Department
On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer warm wishes to all those celebrating International Mother Language Day in Bangladesh, where the day originated, and around the world on February 21. More >>
Clinton: Interview With Kim Ghattas of BBC
Thursday, 18 February 2010, 12:12 pm | US State Department
I can express our appreciation for the increasing cooperation between the United States and Pakistan. It is something that I personally believe is in the best interest of both of our countries. And the efforts to combat our common enemy is one that ... More >>
U.S. On Copenhagen Accord’s January 31 Deadline
Monday, 8 February 2010, 1:37 pm | US State Department
We are pleased to be among 55 countries – including all of the world’s major economies -- that have submitted pledges to limit or reduce their greenhouse gas emissions under the Copenhagen Accord. These countries represent nearly 80% of global ... More >>
Interview With CNN For State Of The Union
Monday, 8 February 2010, 1:34 pm | US State Department
I think what’s fair for Americans to think is that we have had a continuing threat from al-Qaida and related terrorist organizations over many years now. It hasn’t gone away. We have contained it. More >>
Clinton on the Situation in Northern Ireland
Monday, 8 February 2010, 11:33 am | US State Department
Northern Ireland has taken another important step toward a full and lasting peace. Its political leaders have agreed on a roadmap and timeline for the devolution of policing and justice powers, and they’ve taken other productive steps as well. More >>
Clinton: Remarks With Bahraini Foreign Minister
Thursday, 4 February 2010, 5:02 pm | US State Department
I am delighted once again to meet with the foreign minister of a very valued partner of the United States, Bahrain.Our two nations a enjoy a time-tested relationship based on mutual interest and mutual respect. And our meeting today was another opportunity ... More >>
Afghanistan and Pakistan Stabilization Strategy
Thursday, 4 February 2010, 1:01 pm | US State Department
Nowhere is this more urgent than in our efforts to disrupt, dismantle, and defeat al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan. To meet this core goal, President Obama has outlined a strategy that includes supporting the Afghan and Pakistani Governments’ ... More >>
USAID Administrator On The Way Forward In Haiti
Wednesday, 3 February 2010, 3:44 pm | US State Department
I think each day we are seeing improvements not only in the coordination but in the ability for the delivery of the different services and resources that are necessary given the magnitude of this particular tragedy. And so we are hopeful that we continue ... More >>
President's Proposal: US State Department Budget
Tuesday, 2 February 2010, 5:43 pm | US State Department
This morning, the President has sent the 2011 budget to the Hill, which provides significant funding for a balanced national security strategy and provides resources so that together the Department of State, the Department of Defense, Department Homeland ... More >>
U.S. Honors Faisal Hassan of Malaysia
Tuesday, 2 February 2010, 11:37 am | US State Department
The U.S. Department of State has named Faisal Hassan, a Malaysian alumnus of the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program, as State Alumni Member of the Month. Hassan was selected in recognition of his work as president of YES Alumni Malaysia, an association ... More >>
