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Posted on Mon, November 23, 2009 - 10:59:06

Lauren in Indiana writes:

Without a doubt, global climate change is the most pressing issue that the U.S. and Asia must face together. The U.S. and China, in particular, as two of…

From the entry 'What Is the Most Pressing Issue the United States and Asia Must Face Together?'.

Posted on Mon, November 23, 2009 - 10:23:13

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There is no room for the use of force against Cuba as a means to change. As we have seen in Afghanistan and Iraq, the use of the military in order to change…

From the entry 'Blogging in the Americas: President Obama Responds to Yoani Sanchez's Questions'.

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Cycle of Fail.....

Corruption, War, Civilian Deaths, Incursions, Terrorism, Civil Disputes, Drones, Rogue Troops, of security, more Do…

From the entry 'Travel Diary: Secretary Clinton Speaks With U.S. and International Troops in Afghanistan'.

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Question of the Week: How Best Can Women’s Rights Be Expanded Internationally?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Mar 07, 2009 - 05:08 PM

Indian women sort red chilies in Ahmadabad, India March 7, 2009. [AP photo]

The world recognizes March 8 as International Women's Day. During her recent travel to the Middle East, Secretary Clinton met with women who are developing their own businesses through a microcredit program. Promoting women's economic and political participation is an important element of U.S. foreign policy and a key component of democratic development.

How best can women's rights be expanded internationally?

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Question of the Week: What Is the Best Path Forward for Gaza?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Feb 27, 2009 - 05:40 PM

Palestinian man stands in front of destroyed house, Gaza Strip, Feb. 19, 2009. [AP]

Secretary Clinton will participate in the donor's conference for Gaza recovery hosted by Egypt on March 2. Special Envoy for Middle East Peace George Mitchell and other high-level representatives will be in attendance with the Secretary, and the U.S. has urged the international community to show similar support for the Egyptian initiative.

The March 2 conference is an opportunity to address the immediate humanitarian suffering in Gaza and support the Palestinian Authority's plan for reconstruction of Gaza as an integral part of a future Palestinian state.

What is the best path forward for Gaza?

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Question of the Week: How Might the U.S. Utilize Innovative Technologies To Discuss U.S. Foreign Policy?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Feb 20, 2009 - 05:08 PM

Person begins to write a text message on cell phone February 11, 2009. [AP photo]

Secretary Clinton recently posted her first DipNote blog entry and is participating in a new online forum, "Ask the Secretary." She also launched an internal State Department website, "The Sounding Board," to solicit feedback from Department staff. Secretary Clinton said, "There is no doubt in my mind that we have barely scratched the surface as to what we can use to communicate with people around the world, and in fact, to use them [new technologies] as tools...to further our own work…

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Question of the Week: What Actions Will Promote Better Understanding Between the U.S. and Asia?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Feb 13, 2009 - 07:20 PM

People look at lanterns in Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai, China, Feb. 9, 2009. [AP Photo]

A half century ago, Asia was frozen in a cold war and wracked by poverty. As this century begins, Asia is a global economic power and a region of vital importance to the United States.

Today, Secretary Clinton said she would work with our partners in Asia to strengthen the positive transformations of the past half-century. The Secretary encouraged all Americans to provide outreach and commitments in an effort to improve the lives of both the American people and those living in Asia today.

What actions will promote better understanding between the U.S. and Asia?

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Question of the Week: How Ought the International Community Engage National Regimes To Transform From Pariahs to Partners?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Feb 06, 2009 - 04:53 PM

Women raise their hands during a procession in Kabul, Jan. 15, 2008. [AP]

On February 4, 2009, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs William Burns met with P-5+1 counterparts to discuss the approach that the international community will take toward Iran. When asked about Iran, Secretary Clinton said, “Iran has an opportunity to step up and become a productive member of the international community. As President Obama said, we are reaching out a hand, but the fist has to unclench.”

How ought the international community engage national regimes to transform from pariahs to partners?

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