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The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA) deals with U.S. foreign policy and U.S. diplomatic relations with Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Regional policy issues that NEA handles include Iraq, Middle East peace, terrorism and weapons of mass destruction, and political and economic reform. Clickable Map»
U.S.-Qatar Partnership
Secretary Kerry (Mar. 5): "I want to thank you for the excellent partnership that we have, especially during this very challenging time of change in this part of the world. We intend to continue to work very, very closely with you in the days and months and years ahead." Full Text» Trip Page»
U.S.-Jordan Relations
Secretary Kerry (Feb. 13): "We really come at this with a very strong relationship and affection for each other and a sense of the mission. And I think Jordan could not have a more effective advocate for its interests and, in so many cases, our joint interest." Full Text»
Briefing on the Accountability Review Board Report
Deputy Secretary Burns (Dec. 19): "As Secretary Clinton said in her letter to Congress, we accept each and every one of the board’s recommendations and have already begun to implement them." Full Text» ARB Report» Secretary Clinton's Letter to Congress»
