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Science & Technology Promotion
The Department of State relies upon the skills of America’s scientists and technologists to help develop and fulfill its scientific mission. At the Department, the Office of the Science…
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Secretary (third, second, first)
The diplomatic rank of officers posted overseas
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Secretary of State
The head of the State Department who is responsible for foreign affairs
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Securing the Skies
The Bureau of Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs’ Transportation Affairs division at the Department of State is the unit primarily responsible for negotiating Open Skies…
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Smart power
The flexible and combined use of hard power – military force or economic sanctions – and soft power – diplomatic and cultural influence – to overcome a foreign policy challenge.
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Sovereignty
Supreme and independent power or authority in government as possessed or claimed by a state or community
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Sports Envoys
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State fosters mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of…
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Stalemate
Any position or situation in which no action can be taken or progress made; deadlock.
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State Visit
A formal visit from one head of state to a foreign country by the invitation of the head of state of that country.
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Summit
A formally arranged meeting of heads of governments.
