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U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton delivers remarks at the “U.S.-India Partnering for Innovative Solutions” event in New Delhi, India, on May 8, 2012. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]

Travel Diary: Secretary Clinton in India

On May 7-8, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton traveled to India, making stops in Kolkata and New Delhi. While in India, Secretary Clinton met with state officials and other civil society organization representatives and spoke with Embassy New Delhi staff. She also met with Indian Government officials to review progress in the strategic partnership, looking forward to the U.S.-India Strategic Dialogue to be held in Washington, DC on June 13 and to… more »

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton holds a townterview with NDTV’s Barkha Dutt on “We the People” in Kolkata, India on May 7, 2012. [Go to http://video.state.gov for more video and text transcript.]

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton shakes hands with Indian Minister of Science and Technology Vilasrao Deshmukh during the “U.S.-India Partnering for Innovative Solutions” event in New Delhi, India, on May 8, 2012. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton signs the guestbook at the Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata, India, on May 6, 2012. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]

Travel Diary: Secretary Clinton Travels to China, Bangladesh, and India

Secretary Clinton boards plane in Beirut, Lebanon, April 26, 2009. [State Department Photo]

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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is on travel to China, Bangladesh, and India, departing Washington, D.C. on April 30.

In Beijing May 3-4, Secretary Clinton and Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner will join their Chinese co-chairs, Vice Premier Wang Qishan and State Councilor Dai Bingguo, for the fourth joint meeting of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED). As with earlier S&EDs, this year’s event will be a “whole-of-government” dialogue that brings together cabinet members and agency heads, as well as other… more »

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Travel to China, Bangladesh, and India

Press Statement
Victoria Nuland
Department Spokesperson
Office of the Spokesperson
Washington, DC
April 26, 2012

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will travel to China, Bangladesh, and India departing Washington, D.C. on April 30.

In Beijing May 3-4, Secretary Clinton and Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner will join their Chinese co-chairs, Vice Premier Wang Qishan and State Councilor Dai Bingguo, for the fourth joint meeting of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED). As with earlier S&EDs, this year’s event will be a “whole of government” dialogue that brings together cabinet members and agency heads, as well as other officials and experts, from agencies across both of our governments. In addition, Secretary Clinton will co-chair with Chinese State Councilor Liu Yandong the third U.S.-China High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange (CPE) taking place May 3-4 in Beijing. The CPE aims to enhance and strengthen ties between the citizens of the United States and China in the areas of culture, education, sports, science and technology, and women’s issues.

The Secretary will then travel to Bangladesh and India from May 5-8, making stops in Dhaka, Kolkata, and New Delhi. In Dhaka, Secretary Clinton will meet with senior government of Bangladesh officials and civil society representatives to review robust U.S.-Bangladesh cooperation across the full range of political, economic, and security matters. In Kolkata, the Secretary looks forward to meeting state officials and other civil society organization representatives. In New Delhi she will meet with Indian government officials to review progress in the strategic partnership, looking forward to the U.S.-India Strategic Dialogue to be held in Washington, D.C. on June 13 and to be co-chaired by Secretary Clinton and Indian Minister of External Affairs S.M. Krishna.

Supporting Justice and the Rule of Law in Liberia

United Nation's peacekeeping policewomen, from India, arrive at the airport in Monrovia, Liberia, Jan. 30, 2007. [AP File Photo]

About the Authors: Victoria Holt serves as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs, and Annie Pforzheimer serves as Director for UN Peacekeeping in the Bureau of International Organization Affairs.

In countries recovering from war, it is normal to see UN blue helmeted military units — they’re big, obvious, and a reassuring presence.

But in Liberia, where President Johnson-Sirleaf was re-elected to a second term, that reassuring presence should be the uniform of a Liberian police officer — with a blue helmet backing them up.

A long-term peace, I was reminded during my visit to Liberia in mid-March, doesn’t come from soldiers, but… more »

A Triumph of Coordination

An Indian health worker administers a polio drop to a newborn at Chacha Nehru Bal Chikitsalaya in New Delhi, India, January 13, 2012. [AP Photo]

About the Author: Ellyn Ogden serves as the Worldwide Polio Eradication Coordinator at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Western Uttar Pradesh was once seen as the world’s largest reservoir of polio virus. Four districts, namely Moradabad, Bareilly, Rampur and Badaun, were considered the “Hot 4” and for many years, people speculated that the last polio cases would be from these districts. But the skeptics were wrong. The districts pulled together, involved all ministries, not just the health sector, and held everyone accountable for performance. The District Magistrates took charge and became personally involved in solving any obstacles that would crop up. Vacant medical officer positions were filled and progress was monitored closely.

Across India messages travelled the TV and radio airways. Celebrities and sports legends lent their support. Rotarians urged everyone to participate, provided much needed financing, and rolled up their sleeves to help out during the campaigns. CORE and… more »

Bombing of New Delhi High Court, India

Press Statement Victoria Nuland
Department Spokesperson , Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC
September 7, 2011

The United States condemns in the strongest terms this morning’s deadly bombing outside the New Delhi High Court and extends its deepest condolences to those affected by these cowardly attacks. The people of India have once again demonstrated remarkable resiliency and courage in the face of horrific violence.

Terrorism is a scourge that affects us all and the United States stands with India in confronting this global challenge. The U.S. government continues to monitor the situation, including the safety and security of our citizens, and stands ready to offer any and all assistance to Indian authorities.