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The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs (PM), headed by Assistant Secretary Andrew J. Shapiro, is the Department of State's principal link to the Department of Defense. The PM Bureau provides policy direction in the areas of international security, security assistance, military operations, defense strategy and plans, and defense trade. |
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PM's activities are central to four of the Department of State's strategic goals:
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Partnership for Peace—Working With African Nations To Strengthen Peacekeeping
During travel to Africa, Secretary Clinton reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to building new partnerships to promote responsible governance, economic opportunity, and shared responsibility. Full Text
Protecting Civil Aviation from MANPADS Attacks: New Milestone Reached
The United States in close cooperation with 29 countries has destroyed over 30,000 foreign, at-risk Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) since 2003. Full Text
State Department Surpasses Target of 75,000 Trained Peacekeepers by 2010
The United States has surpassed its commitment, adopted at the 2004 G-8 Sea Island Summit, to train and equip 75,000 new peacekeepers to be able to participate in peacekeeping operations worldwide by 2010. Full Text
United States Marks International Small Arms Destruction Day
The United States joined in observing International Small Arms Destruction Day, initiated by the United Nations in 2001, as part of the United States’ ongoing efforts to reduce armed violence and support the rule of law around the world. Full Text
Spirit of Soccer Wins Beyond Sport Award for Mine Risk Education Program
The State Department saluted Spirit of Soccer on receiving the Most Courageous Use of Sport Award from Beyond Sport, a non-governmental organization that seeks to celebrate and support positive change through sport. Full Text
2009 To Walk The Earth In Safety
Welcome to the 8th edition of To Walk The Earth In Safety. Although we have seen real progress in combating the threat of mines and explosive remnants of war (ERW), conflicts persist, and the destabilizing effects of other weapons threaten peace and stability around the world. Report | Media Note
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