The Office of International Relations supports Smithsonian research and programs abroad, serving as the Institution's liaison with institutions and individuals, international organizations, and government foreign affairs agencies. The office assists with the logistical details of international exchanges of collections and serves as a point of contact for scholars, museum professionals, and foreign officials seeking to establish cooperative relationships with the Smithsonian. The office provides staff support for the Under Secretaries and Directors who collectively oversee the broad range of international programs undertaken throughout the Institution.