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Bangladeshi President Zillur Rahman Passes
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- Created on Thursday, 21 March 2013 13:42
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - John Kerry: "We were saddened to learn of the passing of the President of Bangladesh Zillur Rahman. From his early days as a history student and political activist, President Rahman dedicated his life to the people of Bangladesh.
Message to the Iranian People on Nowruz
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- Created on Wednesday, 20 March 2013 21:09
- Written by John Kerry
Washington, DC - John Kerry: "It’s a privilege to join President Obama in sending warm wishes for health and prosperity to the people of Iran and all those who celebrate Nowruz around the world.
Somalia Supreme Court Frees Journalist
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- Created on Wednesday, 20 March 2013 15:34
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - The United States welcomes the Somali Supreme Court's March 17 decision overturning the conviction of Somali journalist Abdiasis Abdinur Ibrahim for interviewing a woman who alleged rape by Somali security forces.
Deteriorating Situation in the Central African Republic
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- Created on Sunday, 17 March 2013 21:39
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - State Department: "The United States is deeply concerned about the continued deterioration in the security situation in the Central African Republic (CAR). We call on President Bozize and the leadership of the Seleka alliance to cease hostilities immediately, and implement the provisions of the Libreville Agreement.
United States Supports the Arms Trade Treaty
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- Created on Friday, 15 March 2013 20:20
- Written by State Department - John Kerry
Washington, DC - "The United States looks forward to working with our international partners at the upcoming conference from March 18-28 to reach consensus on an Arms Trade Treaty that advances global security and respects national sovereignty and the legitimate arms trade.
On the Occasion of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland
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- Created on Friday, 15 March 2013 20:10
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - John Kerry: "On behalf of the American people, I congratulate the Irish people as you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Formation of New Tunisian Government
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- Created on Wednesday, 13 March 2013 12:31
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - John Kerry Secretary of State: "The United States welcomes the establishment of a new government under the leadership of Prime Minister Laarayedh. We encourage Tunisia’s leaders to work together quickly to finalize a constitution that respects universal human rights, and to develop a plan for elections so Tunisians can vote on their country’s future.
2013 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report
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- Created on Tuesday, 12 March 2013 20:24
- Written by IVN
Washington, DC - The U.S. Department of State submitted the International Narcotics Control Strategy Report for 2013 to Congress on March 4, 2013. The two-volume report offers a comprehensive assessment of the efforts of foreign governments to reduce illicit narcotics production, trafficking and use, in keeping with their international obligations under UN treaties.
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