- Secretary Kerry (Jan. 14): “The alliance, the friendship between the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia remains a linchpin of our efforts in the region; it’s important. … We have a lot of work to do together.” Full Text» Trip Page»
- Daily Press Briefing: Guantanamo Bay
- SPOKESPERSON KIRBY (JAN. 14): “This transfer marks an important milestone. … We’re especially grateful to our friends and allies for their continued support of our efforts to close the detention facility.” Full Text»
- Oromo Community Concerns
- JAN. 14: The U.S. is increasingly concerned by the continued stifling of independent voices in Ethiopia, including the detention of Oromo political party leaders. More»
- Foreign Terrorist Designation
- JAN. 14: The State Department has announced the designation of ISIL-Khorasan (ISIL-K) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. It took this action in consultation with the Justice and Treasury Departments. More»
- Investing in the Digital Economy
- UNDER SECRETARY NOVELLI (JAN. 14): “Today’s World Development Report from the World Bank powerfully demonstrates the digital dividends for nations and people available from the expanding use of digital technologies.” Full Text»
- Terrorist Attack in Indonesia
- JAN. 14: The U.S. strongly condemns today’s terrorist attack in Jakarta. It extends condolences to the families of those killed and wishes a quick and full recovery to those injured. More»
- U.S. Foreign Policy Agenda for 2016
- SECRETARY KERRY (JAN. 13): “As we plan for the coming year, we are focused on looking for long-term solutions – not the crises of the day – but on finding a way to lay the groundwork for security and stability for decades to come.” Full Text»
Source: U.S Department of State
By
Robert Williams
Editor in Chief
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