Embassy Highlights
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Principles of U.S. Engagement in Asia
The Administrations formal review of U.S. policy towards Burma reaffirmed our fundamental goals: a democratic Burma at peace with its neighbors and that respects the rights of its people. A policy of pragmatic engagement with the Burmese authorities holds the best hope for advancing our goals. (Full Text) »
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Secretary of State Clinton on Internet Freedom
The internet is a network that magnifies the power and potential of all others. And thats why we believe its critical that its users are assured certain basic freedoms. Freedom of expression is first among them Blogs, emails, social networks, and text messages have opened up new forums for exchanging ideas, and created new targets for censorship. (Full Text) »
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U.S. Assistance in Haiti
As a friend, a partner, and a supporter, the United States will continue to assist the people and government of Haiti in every way we can. We are expanding and securing our distribution network to deliver more aid more quickly to the Haitian people. (Full Text) »
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Presidential Proclamation--Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., challenged our Nation to recognize that our individual liberty relies upon our common equality. (Full Text) »
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Remarks on Regional Architecture in Asia: Principles and Priorities
By now almost a year into the new Administration it should be clear that the Asia-Pacific relationship is a priority of the United States. I am deeply committed to strengthening our ties across the Pacific and throughout Asia. (Full Text) »
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Secretary Clinton's Address Caps Year of U.S. Engagement and Leadership in Asia-Pacific
Todays policy address by Secretary Clinton at the East-West Center in Honolulu caps a year of renewed American engagement and leadership in Asia and the Pacific. President Obama and Secretary Clinton have personally invested in the region. The Secretary broke with tradition and traveled to Asia for her first official visit. (Full Text) »
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Archived Embassy Highlights
Spotlight
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eJournal USA: The U.S. Supreme Court
As an institution, the Supreme Court commands respect, legitimacy, and prestige both in the United States and abroad. The October 2009 edition of eJournal USA describes many aspects of the U.S. Supreme Court.
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U.S. Government Reports
• Human Rights Report (Burmese translation)
• Advancing Freedom and Democracy (Burmese translation)
• Trafficking in Persons (Burmese translation)
• Religious Freedom (Burmese translation)
• Investment Climate
• Other Political Reports
• Other Economic Reports
Press Links
• VOA (Burmese)
• RFA (Burmese)
• BBC (Burmese)
• DVB (Burmese)
• Irrawaddy (Burmese)
• The New Era (Burmese)
• Mizzima
• BurmaNet