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US Committed to Strengthen Ethiopia’s Democracy
Assistant Secretary Karen J. Hanrahan says advancing democracy and human rights is one of US highest priorities in its engagement with Ethiopiaand for all of Africa.
US Seeks an End to Communal Violence in Burma
U.S. Government is seeking an end to the violence and want the Burmese to establish a serious dialogue on fundamental political issues, she added.
Philippines and Muslim Rebels Sign New Peace Pact
US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinto says the United States welcomes the announcement of the framework agreement between the Government of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.
Security Situation Deteriorates in North Darfur
Today in Washington DC, Department Spokesperson Victoria Nuland says the United States is deeply concerned by the sharp deterioration in security in North Darfur and adjacent parts of Jebel Marra, Sudan.
NATO Chief Rasmussen Extends Mandate for Fifth Year
Rasmussen, 59, has served as Danish prime minister from 2001-09 and is NATO's 12th secretary-general.
