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U.S. President Barack Obama signs the Korea Free Trade Agreement in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington October 21, 2011.

U.S. - South Korea Environmental Cooperation Agreement

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Countering Violent Extremism

Factors that make some populations vulnerable to internalizing al-Qaida's worldview are still present in many communities.

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Fighting Human Trafficking In Burma

Furthering its promise to partner with Burma in its reform process, the U.S. has increased dialogue on human trafficking.

Otero On Tibet

"I am gravely concerned by reports of violence and continuing heightened tensions in Tibetan areas of China."

2011 Awards For Corporate Excellence

This year's winners are Sahlman Seafoods, Incorporated, in Nicaragua; and Procter & Gamble in Nigeria and in Pakistan.

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Posner On The Digital Earthquake

"Creators and purveyors of technologies have a responsibility to respect human rights."

Return Of The Peace Corps To Nepal

“There is a renewed sense of optimism in Nepal."

A New Day For Burma

The United States is moving to restore full diplomatic relations with Burma.

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Tackling Maternal Mortality

It will take political will to enact long-term systemic changes that promote gender equality and remove barriers.

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius administers polio vaccine to a child in New Delhi, India, January 13, 2012.

Sebelius On U.S. Global Health Strategy

"A health threat emerging in one corner of the world will eventually become a global health threat."

An elderly Kazakh woman votes at her home in Kazakhstan's commercial capital Almaty, January 15, 2012.

Kazakhstan Elections Fall Short

Recent parliamentary elections in Kazakhstan did not meet fundamental principles of democratic elections.

台总统选举结果已明，马英九胜选

Taiwan Presidential Election

The United States congratulates President Ma Ying-jeou on his victory in Taiwan’s January 14th Presidential election.

Verveer In Bangladesh

Despite gains, societal problems, including violence against women, continue to hamper lives.

Tibetan exile monks stand during a candlelit vigil in New Delhi, India, to express solidarity with the plight of the Tibetan people in Tibet, Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011

Tibetan Self-Immolations

The United States Government is seriously concerned by reports that three more Tibetans have self-immolated over the past few days.

Burmese President Thein Sein walks alongside U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton between meetings at the President's Office in Naypyidaw, Burma, December 1, 2011.

Burma On The Path To Reform, But Obstacles Remain

The continued detention of more than 1,000 prisoners of conscience remains a major concern.

Female Nobel Peace Prize winners

Pursuing Peace Through Women's Involvement

“A growing body of evidence ... shows how women around the world contribute to making and keeping peace."

Tibetan monks pray during a candlelight protest march.

Fighting Discrimination, Improving Respect For Religious Freedom

“Together we have begun to overcome the false divide that pits religious sensitivities against freedom of expression."

Fernandez On How To Increase Food Production

Feed the Future is investing in entire value chains to meet growing demand and need.

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State William Burns

Burns On U.S. - India Partnership

The region has witnessed unprecedented levels of economic growth, leading to reductions in poverty without parallel in human history.

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton in Busan, South Korea

Making Aid Effective

It is critical to follow the recipient country's lead to “spark self-sustaining progress.”

Clinton On Anniversary Of Refugee Convention

Sixty years ago this month, the United Nations Convention relating to the Status of Refugees began the ratification process.

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