US Increases Economic Engagement With Asian Countries
The United States was able to get KORUS passed, hosted a successful APEC year in 2011, and it is increasing its engagement with ASEAN as well, Mr. Hormats said.
New Initiatives Strengthen Disaster Response in Indonesia
The new set of initiatives complements the existing National Disaster Management Plan 2010-2014.
107 Devastating Disasters Hit Asia and The Pacific in 2011
UN says the Asian and Pacific region is vulnerable to many types of disasters, including floods, cyclones, earthquakes, drought, storm surges and tsunamis.
North Korea Missile Launch Draws Condemnation
The United States and the Security Council condemned North Korea satellite launchings in the past, as a cover for developing the missiles, which could be used to deliver nuclear weapons.
Human Rights Conditions in North Korea Remain Deplorable
Special Rapporteur Marzuki Darusman says the United States seek his views on how the DPRK can develop a more transparent and fair judicial system.
