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Published on September 26, 2013 - 03:19 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the Meeting of the International Support Group for Lebanon

Thank you, Mr. Deputy Secretary General. And I want to thank Secretary General Ban for presiding over this, though he had to leave, and thank those who have helped to organize it. And I want to join in recognizing our dear friend President Sleiman, who …

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Published on September 25, 2013 - 13:21 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the 3rd Annual Donor Steering Committee of the Lifeline: Embattled CSOS Assistance ...

Good afternoon. I want to thank the governments of the Czech Republic, The Netherlands, and the UK for their leadership of the Fund’s Donor Steering Committee over the past year. At yesterday’s High Level Event on Supporting Civil Society, President Obama …

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Published on September 23, 2013 - 23:25 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Death of Cuban Economist and Activist Oscar Espinosa Chepe

We learned with great sorrow of the death of Cuban economist and former prisoner of conscience Oscar Espinosa Chepe. He was a tireless champion for improving economic policy and human rights in Cuba, and he remained optimistic that the country he loved …

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Published on September 23, 2013 - 18:49 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at a High-Level Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly on Disability and ...

Good morning. And it’s a great pleasure for me to be able to be here with all of you, an honor to be here for my first high-level meeting at the United Nations General Assembly as Secretary of State. Before we begin, I want to just reiterate that we are …

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Published on September 20, 2013 - 01:51 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Civil Society and Government Explore How Women Faith Leaders Foster Religious Freedom and Peace

On September 18, 2013, the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom, Suzan Johnson Cook, convened 80 participants for a roundtable on Women Religious Leaders and Conflict Prevention. The roundtable facilitated discussion among 30 NGOs, eight …

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Published on September 19, 2013 - 18:05 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Examining the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Thank you, Madam Chair, Ranking Member Deutch, and Members of this Subcommittee for holding this hearing on the Syrian Refugee Crisis and for calling attention to the enormous humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Middle East. Thank you for the opportunity …

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Published on September 18, 2013 - 22:40 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Release of Political Prisoners in Iran

We welcome today’s reports that the Iranian Government has released several prisoners of conscience, including human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh. President Rouhani pledged repeatedly during his campaign to restore and expand freedoms for all Iranians, …

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Published on September 12, 2013 - 02:08 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Relocation of Remaining Individuals from Camp Ashraf to Camp Hurriya in Iraq

The United States welcomes today’s safe arrival at Camp Hurriya of the remaining 42 individuals from the Mujahedin-e-Khalq (MEK) who had been residing at Camp Ashraf. These individuals were survivors of the horrific attack that took place on September 1 at …

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Published on September 12, 2013 - 00:11 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Launch of the U.S. Coalition of Cities Against Racism and Discrimination

On September 12, Nerissa Cook, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs will participate in the launch of the U.S. Coalition of Cities Against Racism and Discrimination. The U.S. Department of State, in conjunction with …

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Published on September 10, 2013 - 23:37 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Bangladesh's Impending Elections (Taken Question)

Question: Comment on the political situation in Bangladesh with impending elections. What are the next steps to ensuring dialogue and nonviolence around the elections? Answer: We have repeatedly urged the leaders of the major parties in Bangladesh to come …

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Published on September 6, 2013 - 23:49 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: U.S. Lifts Restrictions on Bilateral Assistance to Mali

The United States congratulates Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on the occasion of his inauguration as President of the Republic of Mali. We look forward to working with President Keita as he begins to address Mali’s most pressing challenges, including those of …

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Published on September 3, 2013 - 22:09 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Opening Remarks Before the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

SECRETARY KERRY: Well, Mr. Chairman, members of the committee, Ranking Member Corker, thank you very, very much for having us here today. We look forward to this opportunity to be able to share with you President Obama’s vision with respect to not just …

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Published on August 27, 2013 - 22:08 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues Robert King's Travel to North Korea

At the invitation of the D.P.R.K. government, Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues Ambassador Robert King will travel to Pyongyang August 30 on a humanitarian mission focused on securing the release of U.S. citizen Kenneth Bae. Mr. Bae was …

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Published on August 26, 2013 - 23:16 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Freedom Online Coalition Joint Statement on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam's Decree 72

The Freedom Online Coalition is deeply concerned by the announcement of Vietnam’s new Decree 72, which will impose further restrictions on the way the Internet is accessed and used in Vietnam when it comes into effect September 1. For example, Decree 72 …

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Published on August 20, 2013 - 02:02 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: World Humanitarian Day 2013

This is an important day for all of us to pause and join with our colleagues in honoring the committed staff who work to save the lives of others, often at great risk to their own. World Humanitarian Day is a commemoration of their sacrifice and a sober …

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Published on August 19, 2013 - 21:37 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: First United States-Myanmar Trafficking in Persons Dialogue

The inaugural session of the U.S.-Myanmar Trafficking in Persons dialogue was held in Nay Pyi Taw on August 1, 2013. United States Ambassador-at-Large for the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons Luis CdeBaca and Myanmar Police Chief Major …

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Published on August 9, 2013 - 21:11 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Violent Incidents in Weliweriya, Sri Lanka

The United States is concerned by recent violent incidents, including shootings of unarmed protesters, in Weliweriya, Sri Lanka. We offer our condolences to the families of the deceased and injured, continue to urge all sides to exercise restraint, and …

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Published on August 9, 2013 - 14:59 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Video Message: The Disabilities Treaty: It's Time For Action

The video is available with closed captioning on YouTube. Hi, everyone. I wanted to take a moment to talk to you about a treaty that will advance the rights of Americans with disabilities when they leave our shores and travel overseas. It's called the …

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Published on August 8, 2013 - 22:34 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: No Country, No Rights: Gender Discrimination and Statelessness

Thank you for inviting me to join this distinguished panel and thanks to the Women’s Refugee Commission and Equality Now for focusing attention on this serious issue of discrimination against women in nationality laws. The United States Government is …

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Published on August 7, 2013 - 17:59 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the Launch of the Office for Engagement With Faith-Based Communities

SECRETARY KERRY: Thank you very much. Good morning, everybody. Please be seated. Thank you very, very much. Sorry to be a moment late. I apologize. Really delighted to be here this morning for this singular, historic initiative. And it’s a great pleasure …

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