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Published on February 26, 2013 - 12:04 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: First Meeting of the U.S. Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (USEITI) Advisory ...

The Department welcomes the first meeting of the United States Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (USEITI) Advisory Committee, the multi-stakeholder group of civil society representatives, extractive sector companies, and federal and state …

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Published on February 26, 2013 - 12:04 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: General NGO Guidelines for Overseas Assistance: Updated Feb. 8, 2013

Introduction Policy Priorities Coordination Vulnerable and Underserved Refugees and other Persons of Concern Codes of Conduct Minimum Humanitarian Standards Safety and Security Cost-sharing Funding Timeframes and Acknowledgement of PRM Funding Multi-Year …

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Published on August 16, 2012 - 01:38 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: OIC Suspension of Syria

Press Statement Victoria Nuland Department Spokesperson Washington, DC August 15, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Today the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) sent a strong message to …

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Published on August 15, 2012 - 14:02 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Human Rights Day

Remarks Esther Brimmer Assistant Secretary , Bureau of International Organization Affairs Washington, DC December 10, 2009 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} December 10th marks Human Rights Day, a …

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Published on July 14, 2012 - 16:58 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Press Availability After Meeting With Libyan Prime Minister Elkeib

Press Availability William J. Burns Deputy Secretary Tripoli, Libya July 14, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Good morning. It’s a pleasure to be in Tripoli. And it’s a pleasure to meet again …

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Published on July 13, 2012 - 21:43 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Question & Answer Session in Beirut

Press Availability William J. Burns Deputy Secretary Beirut, Lebanon July 13, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Q: Is the U.S. Administration looking into establishing a safe zone in north …

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Published on July 11, 2012 - 22:59 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: World Population Day

Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC July 11, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} This year as we mark World Population Day, leaders from around the globe are …

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Published on July 10, 2012 - 12:22 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks With Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh After Their Meeting

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Government Guest House Hanoi, Vietnam July 10, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} FOREIGN MINISTER MINH: (In Vietnamese.) SECRETARY CLINTON: …

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Published on July 9, 2012 - 15:40 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks to the Launch of Leaders Engaged in New Democracies Network

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Government House Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia July 9, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Thank you. Thank you, President Elbegdorj, and it’s …

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Published on July 9, 2012 - 15:00 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks to the International Women's Leadership Forum

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Government House Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia July 9, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Well, good afternoon, everyone, and it’s a great honor for …

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Published on July 7, 2012 - 13:55 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Key U.S. Outcomes at the UN Human Rights Council 20th Session

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 7, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} The 20 th Session of the Human Rights Council underscored the broadening scope and efficacy of the …

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Published on July 7, 2012 - 13:52 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Accomplishments at the Human Rights Council 20th Session

Press Statement Victoria Nuland Department Spokesperson , Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 7, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} The United States is pleased by another successful …

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Published on July 6, 2012 - 21:37 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights María Otero to ...

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 6, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Under Secretary María Otero will travel to Spain , Turkey and Jordan July 8-16. Deputy Assistant …

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Published on July 6, 2012 - 16:10 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Press Availability Following the Friends of the Syrian People Ministerial Meeting

Press Availability Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Chief of Mission Residence Paris, France July 6, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} SECRETARY CLINTON: Good afternoon. Today the …

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Published on July 6, 2012 - 12:51 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Remarks at the Friends of the Syrian People Ministerial Meeting

Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Ministerial Conference Center Paris, France July 6, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} (In progress) because the Friends of Syria has been a …

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Published on July 5, 2012 - 22:29 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: The Right to a Nationality: Women and Children Human Rights Council: 20th Session

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 5, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Today at the Human Rights Council in Geneva, its members adopted by consensus a resolution on “The …

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Published on July 5, 2012 - 21:33 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Resolution on the Promotion, Protection, and Enjoyment of Human Rights on the Internet

Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC July 5, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} Today, the UN Human Rights Council adopted by consensus a resolution with the …

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Published on July 3, 2012 - 22:36 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: "The Way Forward"

Remarks Judith A. McHale Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Maria Otero Under Secretary for Democracy and Global Affairs Closing Plenary for the President's Forum With Young African Leaders Newseum …

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Published on July 2, 2012 - 11:46 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Interview With Indira Lakshmanan of Bloomberg

Interview Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Geneva, Switzerland July 1, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} QUESTION: Thank you, Secretary Clinton, so much for making the time. I know it’ …

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Published on July 2, 2012 - 11:46 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: Interview With Jill Dougherty of CNN

Interview Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Geneva, Switzerland July 1, 2012 .addthis_toolbox.addthis_pill_combo_style a {margin: 0px 2px 0px 2px;} QUESTION: Secretary Clinton, thank you very much. I know it’s been a very long …

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