Governance
Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 10:05
Carney, Rhodes and Shah address different elements of U.S. engagement with Africa, including trade, democracy, food security, and security partnerships. Also addressed were corruption and terrorism on the continent.
Friday, July 12, 2013 - 08:34
Press Secretary Jay Carney addresses the protests in Turkey and whether they will impact U.S. policy on Syria.
Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:22
Spokesperson Jen Psaki addresses aid to the Assad regime in Syria, the new president in Iran, denuclearization in D.P.R.K., the Cuban Democracy Act, protests in Turkey, G8 discussions on Syria, Chen Guangcheng of China, and Secretary Kerry's call with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 14:30
Over the last twenty-two years, the Republic of Azerbaijan has consolidated its sovereignty and independence, and has become one of the fastest growing economies in the region and beyond. Azerbaijan is also a staunch ally and strategic partner of the United States in the critically important Caspian region.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 13:54
The country will have five months to amend the current draft constitution, suspended following Mohamed Morsi's removal last week, ratify it in a referendum, and then hold parliamentary elections.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 12:31
Press Office Director Patrick Ventrell addresses recent developments in Egypt - the security situation, Egypt's democratic progress, and Amb. Patterson's remarks - cooperation with Congress on Syria, and talks with the Taliban.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 08:52
The Tunisian press strongly criticised the National Assembly on Tuesday after a debate on the new constitution degenerated into chaos, with some saying it had missed the chance to make history.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 08:46
President-elect Hassan Rouhani called on Wednesday for the government and powerful clergy to end interference in the private lives of the Iranian people, free up Internet access and allow state media to be more open about Iran's problems.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 08:22
Close to 100 women have fallen victim to "rampant" sexual attacks in Cairo's Tahrir Square during four days of protests against Egypt's Islamist president Mohamed Morsi, Human Rights Watch said on Wednesday.
Friday, June 21, 2013 - 14:39
In what the New York Times called “a striking repudiation of the ultraconservatives who wield power in Iran,” Iranians elected a “mild-mannered cleric,” Hassan Rouhani, as their next president.