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U.S. Department of State - Press Releases
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The Office of the Spokesman, Bureau of Public Affairs, releases about 2-5 statements or notices to the press each day.
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UN Security Council Statement on the Cheonan Attack
The UN Security Council’s condemnation of North Korea’s attack on the South Korean ship Cheonan sends a clear message that such irresponsible and provocative behavior is a threat to peace and security in the region and will not be tolerated. Attacks on the Republic of Korea are unacceptable and the United States joins the Security Council in calling for North Korea to uphold the Korean Armistice Agreement.
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U.S. Department of State Contributes $200 Million to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
The United States is pleased to announce an initial contribution of $200 million toward the 2010 operations of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The contribution will support UNHCR efforts worldwide. These activities include refugee returns to Afghanistan and Burundi; local integration and third-country resettlement of refugees; and protection and provisions of water, shelter, food, healthcare, and education to people under UNHCR’s care.
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Ambassador Robert King, Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues, To Visit South Korea and Japan
Ambassador Robert King, Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues, will visit South Korea from January 11-14 and Japan on January 15. This will be Ambassador King’s first visit to the region since being confirmed by the Senate in November 2009.
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U.S. Welcomes Chad-Sudan Engagement
The United States welcomes the continued engagement between Chad and Sudan to normalize relations as discussed during meetings last week with Chadian Foreign Minister Moussa Faki and Sudanese Presidential Advisor Dr. Ghazi Salahuddin. The United States is encouraged by the decision of these two neighboring countries to implement their 2006 bilateral Security Protocol.
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On-the-Record Briefing
QUESTION: You know, Ian, there are so many different questions about these – this attempted bombing thing, but I think there’s one big one that stands out, which is after everything – you know, he goes to the Embassy, tells all this stuff about his son, he’s put on the watch list.
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Niger: U.S. Imposes Travel Restrictions and Suspends Aid After Tandja Refuses To Step Down
In response to President Tandja’s refusal to relinquish his mandate, the United States is suspending its non-humanitarian assistance to the Government of Niger. The Secretary of State has imposed travel restrictions on certain members of the Government of Niger, as well as other individuals who support policies or actions that undermine Niger’s return to constitutional rule.
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Southern Sudan Referendum Bill
The United States is deeply concerned about reports that the National Assembly passed the Southern Sudan referendum bill with language added by the NCP that is different than that agreed to by NCP and SPLM leadership. Reneging on the agreement negotiated on December 13^th by the two parties undermines the peace process, jeopardizes CPA implementation, and risks sparking renewed political hostilities between the parties.
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U.S. Special Envoy Gration to Travel to Sudan, Germany, and Belgium
U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan Scott Gration will travel to Khartoum and Juba, Sudan; Stuttgart, Germany; and Brussels, Belgium from December 12-19, 2009. Special Envoy Gration will travel to Khartoum and Juba, Sudan, to meet with officials from the National Congress Party (NCP) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) on resolving disputes over fundamental issues of CPA implementation.
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Madagascar's AGOA Eligibility
Madagascar has been a leader in the utilization of the trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) since becoming eligible in October 2000. The Act requires the President to annually designate countries as eligible to receive the benefits of AGOA if they have established, or are making continual progress in certain criteria, including the rule of law and political pluralism.
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U.S. Condemns Use of Violence Against Protestors in Sudan
The United States condemns the use of violence against and detentions of peaceful protestors and opposition political figures by Sudanese authorities on December 7, 2009 in Omdurman, Sudan. We condemn all acts of violence in Sudan and call for restraint and dialogue among all parties.
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