Assistant Secretary Blake (Dec. 9): "Women invest 80 percent of their incomes in their families and communities, and women-led local governments are both more honest and provide more public services.” Full Text»
Spokesperson Nuland (Dec. 10): "The Secretary made clear after her meeting with Mr. Brahimi and Foreign Minister Lavrov last week in Dublin, we are committed to helping Special Envoy Brahimi see what he can do to support and advance a Syrian-led political transition process." Full Text»
Dec. 10: The U.S. and Russia were architects of the Antarctic Treaty of 1959 and today conduct some of the most extensive and diverse scientific activities in Antarctica. More»
Secretary Clinton (Dec. 9): "Today we recognize International Anticorruption Day and honor the tireless efforts of activists, businesses, government officials, and international organizations to combat corruption and promote open and transparent government." Full Text»
Dec. 10: Deputy Secretary Nides departed for Baghdad, Iraq where he will meet with senior Iraqi officials to discuss areas of mutual interest in the U.S.-Iraq relationship. Full Text»
Secretary Clinton (Dec. 6): "Human rights cannot be disconnected from other priorities. They are inextricably linked with all of the goals we strive for in our countries and around the world." Full Text» Trip Page» Statement»
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»
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