Secretary Clinton (Dec. 7): "The United States has been proud to be your partner for more than two decades now. We’ve worked to try to help build not only a future of peace but one of prosperity." Full Text» Trip Page»
Deputy Spokesperson Toner (Dec. 7): "We condemn North Korea’s decision to move forward with a launch, we urge North Korea to reconsider, and we’re working with our partners and allies in the region to address our concerns." Full Text»
Dec. 7: We call upon the parties to demonstrate a greater sense of urgency in the peace process and to work with the Co-Chairs to give full and careful consideration to ideas presented by the Co-Chairs during their trip to the region in November. More»
From December 11-13, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will travel to Morocco, Tunisia, and the United Arab Emirates. More»
Deputy Spokesperson Toner (Dec. 7): "These latest developments are part of a disturbing deterioration of democratic norms in Sri Lanka, including infringement on the independence of the judiciary." More»
Dec. 7: This forum will showcase innovative solutions to some of Africa’s most pressing challenges – solutions that have been envisioned and implemented by Africa's most dynamic and creative young change-makers. More»
Under Secretary Hormats (Dec. 6): "There are several key areas where we can simultaneously advance U.S.-China economic relations, strengthen the American economy, and help China accomplish its own domestic agenda." Full Text»
Military, Civil and Foreign Service personnel submitted photographs illustrating their lives while serving abroad. Photo Gallery»
Read how the State Department promotes women as agents of peace. More»
The State Department is developing and continuing to enhance several website features to improve customer service. Read how»
