Security Assistance Gives United States Leverage and Influence
Mr. Shapiro explained that when U.S. provides security assistance through its Foreign Military Financing program to buy U.S. defense systems, they are not just providing a country with weapons systems. They are committing themselves to a long term r
‘Open Government Partnership’ Strengthens Government Accountability
She highlighted that through OGP, 46 nations are now committed their respective members of civil society to improve transparency, openness, and civic engagement.
Al-Shabaab’s Efforts to Block NGO Access to Somalia Worsens Crisis
She cited that fully one-third of all Somalis are now displaced in their own country or in countries bordering Somalia. The U.S. has provided more than $600 million in the crisis response, including approximately 102 million directly for Somalia to
Civil Society Remains Integral Part of Community of Democracies
Ms. Sherman stressed that the inaugural meeting of the Governing Council represents the culmination of a long effort to revitalize the Community of Democracies. She said the United States and Secretary Clinton personally have been committed to that
New Forum Improves Coordination of Counterterrorism Efforts Across Borders
She cited that the recent attacks in Abuja added to the growing list of communities that have been attacked. From London to Lahore, Madrid to Mumbai, and Kabul to Kampala, innocent civilians have been targeted.
