
"Medical diplomacy" is among the most effective ways to reach out to the world, U.S. Under
Secretary of State for Diplomacy and Public Affairs Karen Hughes says. In remarks on … 
Counterfeit goods threaten security, economic growth and public safety worldwide, U.S. and
private industry officials warn. Of increasing concern, they say, is the flood of
counterfeit medicines into the marketplace … 
The United States will give “serious consideration” to the idea of creating a
free-trade zone that would span five continents and include countries that represent
nearly half of global trade … 
A vigorous government debate over U.S. policy in Iraq is taking shape as the top U.S.
commander in the Middle East and the State Department's Iraq coordinator testify before
congressional … 
U.S. aid to Lebanon as it recovers from the recent Israel-Hezbollah conflict is placing
priority on building the long-term capabilities of Prime Minister Fouad Siniora's
government and its capacity to … 
Ambassador Tobias (Nov. 16): "I met with a number of people in the Lebanese Government and
I met with a number of people in civil society, and again I'm very … 
Acting Spokesman Gonzalo Gallegos (Nov. 16): "The U.S. looks forward to working a
Palestinian government that governs responsibly and is interested in making progress
towards peace. This means a Palestinian … 
Secretary Rice (Nov.15): "I can remember on a number of occasions going to APEC and being
really impressed by the fact that it sweeps really from Chile up through northeast … 
… 's Minister for the Environment and Heritage, Senator Ian Campbell met in Nairobi
on November 15 2006 to review progress and discuss future directions under the United
States -- Australia … 
The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration of the Department of State has published
the 2007 guidelines for non-governmental organizations' proposals to offer vital services
to Burmese refugees in Thailand … 