Overview

The work of the Department of State and USAID is essential to advancing our national security objectives:  security, prosperity, respect for universal values, and a just and sustainable international order.   

The QDDR serves as the joint State-USAID strategic plan, and a number of strategic goals have been developed that address key U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities:

1. Counter threats to the United States and the international order, and advance civilian security around the world 
2. Effectively manage transitions in the frontline states
3. Expand and sustain the ranks of prosperous, stable and democratic states by promoting effective, accountable, democratic governance; respect for human rights; sustainable, broad-based economic growth; and well-being
4. Provide humanitarian assistance and support disaster mitigation
5. Support American prosperity through economic diplomacy
6. Advance U.S. interests and universal values through public diplomacy and programs that connect the United States and Americans to the world
7. Build a 21st century workforce; and achieve U.S. government operational and consular efficiency and effectiveness, transparency and accountability; and a secure U.S. government presence internationally