Resources - Policy Statements

This section presents links to what people are saying about U.S. security policy around the world. Select one of the four types of policy statements from the menu at the right to filter the results below. 

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Time to Listen: Trends in US Security Assistance to Latin America and the Caribbean

Thursday, September 19, 2013
The clamor for a new relationship is loud, but still falling on deaf ears. English
Author(s): 
Abigail Poe
Adam Isacson
Lisa Haugaard
Sarah Kinosian
Publisher / Source: 
Center For International Policy, Washington Office
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy

On the Occasion of Armenia's Independence Day

Thursday, September 19, 2013
On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Armenia as you celebrate your Independence Day on September 21.English
Country(s): 
Armenia
Author(s): 
Secretary of State John Kerry
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Foreign Policy
Security

Daily Press Briefing- September 19, 2013

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Spokesperson Marie Harf addresses the United Nation's Syria Report, Iran's release of prisoners, P5+1 proposal and nuclear program. President Obama's letter to Iranian President Rouhani, Sudanese President Bashir's visa request, Egyptian assistance, Mexico's severe weather condition and other issues. English
Country(s): 
Syria
Iran
Sudan
Egypt
Mexico
Bahrain
Libya
Afghanistan
Author(s): 
Marie Harf
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Office of the Spokesperson
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Foreign Policy
Politics and Security
Arms Control
United Nations

State Department on President Bashir's Visa Request

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Marie Harf discusses new details of Sudanese President Bashir's request for a visa to attend the UNGA. English
Country(s): 
Sudan
Author(s): 
Marie Harf
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Tag(s): 
United Nations
Human Rights

Hearing to Receive Testimony on U.S. Africa Command

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Related Hearing: 
Oversight Hearing - United States Africa Command
Testimony from the Oversight Hearing on United States Africa Command, AFRICOM. English
Country(s): 
Sub-Saharan Africa Regional
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Senate
Tag(s): 
Military
Military
U.S. Policy

Remarks to the Press on Syria

Thursday, September 19, 2013
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry summarizes findings from the United Nations Sellstrom report on chemical weapons use in Syria and urges action on the question of responding to the Syrian crisis.English
Country(s): 
Syria
Iran
Author(s): 
Secretary of State John Kerry
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Tag(s): 
Arms Control
United Nations

Political Situation in Bahrain

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Deputy Spokesperson Marie Harf urges commitment to the Bahrain National Dialogue, and notes with concern several restrictive actions recently taken by the Bahraini government constricting opposition capabilities.English
Country(s): 
Bahrain
Author(s): 
Marie Harf
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Office of the Spokesperson
Tag(s): 
Foreign Policy

Examining the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Anne C. Richard, Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, delivers opening remarks before the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa. She discusses major challenges and U.S. aid efforts towards the growing refugee problem produced by the Syrian civil war.English
Country(s): 
Syria
Lebanon
Jordan
Turkey
Iraq
Author(s): 
Anne Richard
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Tag(s): 
Refugees

Release of Political Prisoners in Iran

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Deputy Spokesperson Marie Harf praises Iran's government for releasing including Nasrin Sotoudeh and other prisoners of conscience.English
Country(s): 
Iran
Author(s): 
Marie Harf
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Office of the Spokesperson
Tag(s): 
Human Rights

White House Press Briefing - September 19, 2013

Thursday, September 19, 2013
Press Secretary Jay Carney addresses the process of removing Syria's chemical weapons, potential engagement with Iran, Syria's timeline to reveal its weapons, and the U.S. view of Iranian domestic politics.English
Country(s): 
Iran
Syria
Author(s): 
Jay Carney
Publisher / Source: 
The White House
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Office of the Press Secretary
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Foreign Policy
Arms Control
Security

MCC Compact for El Salvador

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
I urged the MCC, the Department of State, and the Government of El Salvador, prior to a final decision to provide the funds for a second compact, to do more to address these problems which is necessary for the rule of law and economic growth in that counEnglish
Country(s): 
El Salvador
Author(s): 
Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT)
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Senate
Tag(s): 
Security
U.S. Policy

Statement by the Press Secretary on Postponement of the State Visit of President Dilma Rousseff of Brazil

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
As the President previously stated, he has directed a broad review of U.S. intelligence posture, but the process will take several months to complete.English
Country(s): 
Brazil
Publisher / Source: 
The White House
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy

Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs Jose W. Fernandez Travel to Mexico and El Salvador

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Assistant Secretary Fernandez will travel with a U.S. delegation to the U.S.-Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue.English
Country(s): 
El Salvador
Mexico
Author(s): 
Office of the Spokesperson
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Tag(s): 
Security
U.S. Policy

Chile's National Day

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I extend warm wishes to the people of Chile as you celebrate your Independence Day on September 18.English
Country(s): 
Chile
Author(s): 
John Kerry
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State

AQAP's Role in the Al Qaeda Network

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Related Hearing: 
Understanding the Threat to the Homeland from AQAP
Katherine Zimmerman of the American Enterprise Institute testifies in front of the House Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism. She discusses the role of Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula in a larger Al Qaeda network that is structurally very different from its network ten years prior.English
Country(s): 
Yemen
Egypt
Libya
Pakistan
Author(s): 
Katherine L. Zimmerman
Publisher / Source: 
American Enterprise Institute
Video, Audio or PDF?: 
pdf
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Counterterrorism
Politics and Security

Engel Urges State Department Action To Counter Russian Attempts To Intimidate European Neighbors Seeking Closer Integration With Europe

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
I am calling on the State Department to speak out strongly against recent attempts by Russia to prevent Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Armenia, and others from strengthening their economic and political ties with Europe. English
Country(s): 
Russia
Georgia
Armenia
Author(s): 
Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY)
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. House of Representatives
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Foreign Policy
Security
Foreign Policy
Foreign Policy

Statement Presented to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, Committee on Homeland Security

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Related Hearing: 
Understanding the Threat to the Homeland from AQAP
Brian Katulis of the Center for American Progress testifies in front of the House Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism on the nature of Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula as an organization and assess U.S. efforts against their activities.English
Country(s): 
Yemen
Pakistan
Saudi Arabia
Egypt
Author(s): 
Brian Katulis
Publisher / Source: 
Center for American Progress
Video, Audio or PDF?: 
pdf
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Counterterrorism
Politics and Security

Secretary Kerry Hosts a Swearing-in Ceremony for Victoria Nuland as Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Good afternoon. My name is Rosemarie Pauli, and it’s my pleasure as the Deputy Chief of Protocol to welcome you to the Department of State Benjamin Franklin Room and for the swearing-in of Victoria Nuland as the next Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs.English
Country(s): 
Europe and Eurasia Regional
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs
Video, Audio or PDF?: 
video
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Security
Politics and Security

U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Visits Nakhchivan

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Mr. Hogan met with Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nakhchivan Administrator Asgar Ismayilov, local Central Election Committee officials, and civil society representatives to learn about Nakhchivan and the pre-election environment in the region and to convey U.S. support for a free and fair electoral process. English
Country(s): 
Azerbaijan
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Secondary Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Embassy Azerbaijan
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy
Governance

African Governments Urged to Invest in Water Infrastructure

Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Good water management can foster cooperation among nations, says the U.S. Army’s chief engineer. English
Country(s): 
Sub-Saharan Africa Regional
Author(s): 
Kathryn McConnell
Publisher / Source: 
U.S. Department of State
Tag(s): 
Development
International Community

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