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Release of Two Journalists From North Korea  Secretary Clinton (Aug. 5): "We have been working hard on the release of the two journalists. We have always considered that a totally separate issue from our efforts to reengage the North Koreans and have them return to the Six-Party Talks and work toward a commitment for the full, verifiable denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula. I was very pleased to get the news that my husband's plane had taken off from Pyongyang with the two young women on board. They are on their way to California where they will be reunited with their families." Full Text | Video |
Ushering in Change: A New Era for U.S. Regional Policy in the Pacific  Director Frelick (July 29): "The United States engages with the Pacific Island countries in both a bilateral and multilateral manner to address issues of pressing concern to the United States, the region, and the world. Our multifaceted engagement with the Pacific covers the gamut from addressing climate change to maintaining a robust missile defense infrastructure. Most importantly, we seek to work with the governments and peoples of the Pacific to foster stable, democratic, and prosperous countries." Full Statement |
U.S. and China Create Platform for Climate Policy Cooperation  Secretary Clinton (July 28): "This memorandum builds on past efforts, including the Ten Year Framework for Energy Environment Cooperation, and highlights the importance of climate change in our bilateral relationship by creating a platform for climate policy dialogue and cooperation. It also provides our countries with direction as we work together to support international climate negotiations and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy." Full Text | Fact Sheet | Closing Remarks | U.S.-China Business Council Dinner |
Travel to Thailand, July 21-23, 2009  While in Thailand, Secretary Clinton met with Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and Foreign Minsiter Kasit Piromya to underscore the importance of our alliance and our bilateral relationship and to share perspectives on common interests in the region. She visited Bangkok July 21-22 and Phuket July 22-23. The Secretary traveled to Phuket to lead the U.S. delegation to the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference and ASEAN Regional Forum. More on Travel | Remarks With Thai Foreign Minister Kasit Pirom |
Comments on North Korea  Assistant Secretary Campbell (July 18): "We believe it's important to keep the door open to send a very clear message should North Korea decide that it wants to return to the table for responsible negotiations and takes irreversible steps, we would be prepared to sit with them in six-party framework" Full Text | Video |
USA Pavilion Groundbreaking Ceremony  The USA Pavilion Groundbreaking Ceremony for the World Expo Shanghai 2010 took place July 17. The May 1 Pavilion opening next year will be a proud moment for everyone involved in this unique USA Pavilion effort -- a true public-private partnership. Secretary Clinton's Letter to Commissioner General Jose H. Villarreal | More |
Human Trafficking From North Korea
Deputy Spokesman Wood (August 6): "But our policy with regard to trafficking in persons is well known. The Secretary has spoken to that issue quite a bit, as have other people from this podium. And so we want to do what we can worldwide to cut down on the trafficking in persons. And as you know, our report that we issue annually spells out very clearly countries where we have concerns, countries that are making progress in trying to deal with the issue." Full Text
Bangkok Airways Crash
Deputy Spokesman Wood (August 4): "The United States extends its condolences to the family of the pilot killed in the crash, and our thoughts are with those who were injured. Our Embassy in Bangkok is working with Thai hospitals to confirm that no Americans were among the injured." Full Text
Secretary Clinton (July 23): "Our success in putting this resolution into action will also have implications beyond North Korea. It will demonstrate to other countries with nuclear ambitions, such as Iran’s, that we can and will impose costly penalties for those who violate international agreements and undermine global security. And it will give us a blueprint for how to manage any similar challenges that might arise in the future." Full Text
U.S. Accedes to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
On July 22, 2009, Secretary Clinton signed the U.S. Instrument of Accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia. At the same time, the ten ASEAN Foreign Ministers signed an Instrument of Extension of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, completing the United States’ accession to the Treaty. Fact Sheet
U.S. Committed to a Stronger Relationship With Thailand
Secretary Clinton (July 21): "We are committed to a broader, stronger, and deeper relationship with Thailand. We are, as the minister said, historic treaty allies. We are fellow democracies, we are strategic partners, and above all, we are friends. Our friendship has stood the test of time – more than 175 years. And I’m confident that it will stand the tests of the 21st century." Full Text
Travel to Thailand, July 21-23, 2009
While in Thailand, Secretary Clinton will meet with Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and Foreign Minsiter Kasit Piromyato to underscore the importance of our alliance and our bilateral relationship and to share perspectives on common interests in the region. She will visit Bangkok July 21-22 and Phuket July 22-23. The Secretary will travel to Phuket to lead the U.S. delegation to the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference and ASEAN Regional Forum. More on Travel
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