As we commemorate Memorial Day this weekend, the State Department's Veterans Affinity Group recommends taking a self-guided walk to honor our nation’s fallen heroes. Take advantage of the numerous U.S. war… more
The 100 diplomatic couriers assigned to the U.S. Department of State face long hours, endless trouble-shooting, constant travel, and the ever-present risk of road, rail, water, and air accidents. Established… more
With USAID support, Ugandan nutritionists educate mothers on the best food to feed their children so they grow up healthy. Zaina, a new mother in eastern Uganda, could tell that there was something wrong with… more
Special Agent Scott Kim grew up in a small, blue-collar town in the shadow of New York City’s metropolitan skyline. Living among predominantly Irish and Italian American families, his was the only Asian family… more
On May 21, 2018, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo delivered remarks at The Heritage Foundation titled "After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy." He outlined the way forward following the President’s decision to… more
Did you miss key foreign policy developments this week? Each week, DipNote recaps the latest U.S. Department of State highlights spanning a wide range of global issues, events, and initiatives in one blog post. more
Sometimes diplomacy means taking a message directly to the people, even if you need to bike across the country to do it. I undertook a two-week bike trip across Turkmenistan, a former Soviet state just north… more
The annual Towards a More Safe and Secure World initiative brings foreign judicial, law enforcement, and security officials to the U.S. to explore transnational threats to international peace and security. more
Last week, First Lady Melania Trump unveiled her “ Be Best ” initiative to promote the emotional, physical, and social health of children, one of the main pillars of which is to address opioid addiction.… more
During National Police Week in the United States, we highlight the U.S. partnership with Italy’s Center of Excellence for Stability Police Units. This is a joint effort to improve the quality and capability of… more
The U.S. and India are partnering to build and enhance the capacity of African troop and police-contributing countries to participate in UN and regional peacekeeping operations. more
The U.S. and India are partnering to build and enhance the capacity of African troop and police-contributing countries to participate in UN and regional peacekeeping operations. more
