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ABLD BUILDING AND GROUNDS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The acquisition, management, and operation of U.S.-owned or-leased facilities and sites both domestic and foreign. (Replaces RCHB file categories: BG, ES)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Acquisition
* AIEP
* Allotment
* Antenna
* Antiques
* Appraisals
* Architecture
* Asbestos
* Audit
* Bid Results
* Breathing Device
* Building
* Building Design
* Building Management
* Carpet
* Chancellery
* Construction Management
* Construction Security
* Consulate
* Contract Amendment Contract Award Contract Renewal Contract Termination Contractor
* Core Area
* DCR
* Deed
* Descent Device
* Electrical System
* Elevator
* Embassy
* EMR
* Energy Conservation
* EURMAC
* Fire Alarm
* Fire Detection System
* Fire Prevention
* Fire Safety
* Furnishings
* Generator
* Geotechnical
* Gift
* Hazardous Material
* Housing
* HVAC
* Improvement
* Inventory
* Lease
* Legation
* Maintenance
* Mechanical System
* NOB
* Parking
* PCC
* Post Opening
* Property Exchange
* Property Sales
* Public Access Control
* Real Property
* Reciprocity
* REMS
* Renovation
* Safety & Health Designee
* Safety Program
* Security Enhancement
* Seismology
* SHEMC
* Shielded Enclosure
* Site
* Space Management
* Survey
* WASHMAC
* Water Analysis
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AEMR EMERGENCY PLANNING AND EVACUATION
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Measures and actions implemented to protect U.S. personnel, citizens, property and information; especially related to crisis situations. (Replaces RCHB file category: EP)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Citizen Protection
* Contingency Plan EAP
* Emergency
* Evacuation
* Property
* Protection
* Records Destruction
* Rescue
* Safehaven
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AFIN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised April 2000)

The fiscal operations of the Department, Foreign Service posts, and other Federal agencies. (Replaces RCHB file categories: ACC, BUD, FMGT)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accounting
* Allowance
* Annuity Check
* Antideficiency
* Appropriation
* Audit
* Authentication Bank
* Account Bonding
* CAPPS
* Cash
* Cash Management
* Cashier
* Central Claim
* Commercial Claim
* Compensation
* Debt Collection
* Deficit
* Disallowances
* Disbursement
* Employee Claim
* ESF
* Exchange Rate
* Financial Management System
* Fiscal
* Fiscal Irregularities
* Foreign Currency
* FSCADP
* Fund Allotment
* Funding
* GBL
* General Ledger
* GTR
* Home Leave
* ICASS
* Leave
* Liquidation
* Local Currency
* Nonreceipt
* Over Obligation
* Pay Advance
* Pay Record
* Payment
* Payroll
* Payroll Deduction
* PCS
* Per Diem
* Personal Property
* Personal Travel
* Post MGT
* Premium Pay
* Prompt Payment
* Reimbursement
* Relocation
* Reprogramming
* Retirement
* Security Enhancement
* Taxes
* TDY
* Time & Attendance
* Transportation Request
* Travel Advance
* Travelers Checks
* Treasury Check
* Vendor
* Vouchers
* Vulnerability Assessment
* Wages
* Working Capital Fund
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AMGT MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

The management and organization of the Department and posts abroad and other U.S. agencies. (Replaces RCHB file category: ORG)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Administration
* Audit
* Authorities
* Background Information
* Bureau Organization
* Commissary
* Congressional Report
* Delegation of Authority
* Embassy Closing
* Embassy Opening
* Employee Association
* FCS
* FTE
* Geneva Group
* GORI
* Information System
* Inspection Report
* Inspection Team
* Internal Control
* JAO
* Management Initiative
* Management Issues
* Mission Closure
* Mission Opening
* Occupational Safety
* Office Closure
* Office Establishment
* Office Procedures
* Organization
* Overseas Post
* PCS
* Post Closing
* Post MGT
* Post Opening
* Post Operating Plan
* Reciprocity
* Recreation
* Reorganization
* Scheduling
* Staffing
* Support Services
* Survey
* Task Force
* Workload
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AORC INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND CONFERENCES
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Effective from January 1983

The structure and management of international or regional organizations and conferences. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL and Organization Name)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Administration
* Application
* Budget
* Candidate
* Chairman
* Charter
* Congressional Reports
* Constitution
* Donor
* Election Results
* Financial Contribution
* Geneva Group
* Host Government
* Information System
* Infrastructure
* Inspection Report
* Inspection Team
* International Organization
* International Organization Official
* Meeting Agenda
* Meeting Delegation
* Meeting Observer
* Meeting Venue
* Membership
* NGO
* Nomination
* Nonparticipation
* Office Closure
* Office Establishment
* Participation
* PERMREP
* Referendum
* Reform
* Regional Organization
* Regional Organization Official Reorganization
* Resignation from Office Seating
* Secession Secretary General Specialized Agency
* Sponsorship
* Staffing
* Vacancy Announcement
* Veto
* VOLAG
* Volunteers
* Voting
* Wages
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APER PERSONNEL
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The administration and support of the Department's Civil and Foreign

Service personnel. (Replaces RCHB file category: PER)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Adoption
* Affirmative
* Action
* Ambassador
* Appeal
* Award
* Backpay
* Benefit Plan
* Bilateral Work Agreements
* Blood Donor
* Boarding School Career Development Career Mobility
* CFC
* Civil Service
* Civil Service Reform Act
* Class Action Suit
* CLO Program
* Community Liaison Office
* Coordinators
* Compensation
* Complaint
* Complement
* Consultation
* Continuing Education
* Contract Employee
* Conversion
* CSR
* Death
* Demotion
* Dependent
* Dependent Education
* Dependent Employment
* Discipline
* Divorce
* Emergency
* Evacuation
* Employee Association
* Employee Benefit
* Employee Relations
* Employee Service
* Employee Status
* Employee Training
* Employment
* Equal Employment Opportunity
* Family Life
* Family Separation
* Family Support Services
* Fellowship
* FERS
* Foreign Born Spouses
* Foreign Service
* Foreign Service Act
* FSPS
* FTE
* Functional Training
* Grade Retention
* Grievance
* Health
* Injury
* Insurance
* International School
* Interns
* Interview
* Job Title
* Leave
* Library
* Merit Pay
* Merit Promotion
* Military Furlough
* Military Reserve
* Nomination
* Nonsensitive Critical Position
* Open Assignments
* Orientation
* Overcomplement
* Pay Record
* Performance Evaluation
* Personal Property
* Personal Travel
* Personnel
* Personnel Action
* Personnel Appointment
* Personnel Assignment
* Personnel Classification
* Personnel Conduct
* Personnel Promotion
* Personnel Reassignment
* Personnel Resignation
* Personnel Separation
* Photographer
* PIT
* Position Classification
* Position Description
* Premium Pay
* Presidential Executive Exchange Program
* Private School
* Probation
* Promotion Panel
* PSC
* Public School
* Recall
* Recruitment
* Reentry
* Relocation
* Remains Disposition
* Reprogramming
* Retired Annuitant
* Retirement
* RIF
* Sabbatical
* Savings Bond
* School Admissions
* SEF
* Selection Board
* Selection Out
* Senior Foreign Service
* SES
* Severance Pay
* Sexual Harassment
* Skill Codes
* Spouse
* Staffing
* Staffing Pattern
* Survey
* Tandem Couple
* TDY
* Tenure Board
* Termination
* Time & Attendance
* Upward Mobility
* U.S. Family Member
* Vacancy Announcement
* Wages
* Work Requirements
* Workload
* Workmen Compensation
* Workweek
* Youth Programs
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ASEC SECURITY
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The development, coordination, or administration of security policies and programs. (Replaces RCHB file category: SY)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* AIASA
* Airport Access Procedures
* Antifraud
* Antiterrorism Measures
* Armored Vehicle
* Assault
* Bugging
* Building
* Contract Guard Program
* Counterintelligence
* Debriefing
* Debugging
* Demolition
* Detection Equipment
* Dismantling
* Electronic Security Device
* Emergency Response Team
* Explosives
* Fraud
* Host Country Guards
* Host Country Police
* Identification Systems
* Information Security
* Local Guard Program
* Maps
* Mission Takeover
* Monitoring
* MSG
* Name Check
* NSU
* Personnel Protection
* Physical Security
* Police Force
* Police Investigation
* Property Protection
* Protective Security
* Public Access Control
* Regional Security
* Riot Control
* RSO
* Scheduled Reporting
* Security Assessment
* Security Clearance
* Security Crisis
* Security Enhancement
* Security Survey
* Security Violation
* Special Support Program
* Suitability
* Technical Security
* Telephone
* Tempest
* Terrorism
* Threat
* Threat Assessment
* Unit Security Procedures
* Warning System
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BEXP TRADE EXPANSION AND PROMOTION
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Efforts to promote trade and other commercial activities, including specific proposals and inquiries to establish trade relations. (Replaces RCHB file category: TP)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Best Prospect
* Bid
* Business Firm
* Businessmen
* CMP
* Commercial Action
* Commercial Association
* Consultation
* Cooperatives
* Country Commercial
* Exhibit
* Exposition
* Foreign Agent
* Foreign Market
* Target Industry
* Targeting
* Trade Fair
* Trade Promotion
* Trade Visit
* WITS
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BTIO TRADE AND INVESTMENT
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OPPORTUNITIES

Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Administrative and operational reporting on opportunities for U.S. businesses. (Replaces RCHB file categories: FN, TP)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Agribusiness
* Bid
* Business Firm
* FGT
* Foreign Markets
* GPC Implementation
* Joint Venture
* Patent
* PTO
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CASC ASSISTANCE TO CITIZENS
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Effective from May 1977 (Revised January 1983)

Consular services provided by the United States to citizens of the United States or any other country. (Replaces RCHB file categories: CON, PS)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Adoption
* Aircraft Detention
* Aircraft Registry
* Alien
* AMCIT
* Arrest Assault
* Attorney List
* Authorities
* Automation
* Child Custody
* Children Compensation
* Complaint
* Consular Assistance
* Consular Package
* Cult
* Custody
* Death Report
* Deportation
* Detention
* Direct Relay
* Drivers License
* Emergency Evacuation
* Estate
* Family
* FIMED
* Fraud Identification
* Lawyer
* Legal
* Medical Care
* Missing Person
* Murder Offenses
* Prisoner
* Prisoner Release
* Prisoner Transfer
* Prisoner Welfare
* Property
* Property Protection
* Release
* Remains Disposition
* Repatriation
* Seamen
* Ship Detention
* Ship Registry
* Spouse
* Third Country Representation
* Travel Advisory
* Trial
* Trust Account
* Trust Account Refund
* Welfare & Whereabouts
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CJAN JUDICIAL ASSISTANCE AND NOTARIAL SERVICES
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Effective from May 1983

Matters pertaining to Notarial Services and International Judicial Assistance, including the service of judicial and extra-judicial documents and obtaining evidence. (Replaces RCHB file categories: LEG, PS)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Acknowledgment
* Affidavit
* Attorney List
* Authentication
* Automation
* Deed
* Deposition
* Documentation
* Evidence
* Extradition
* Fraud
* FSIA
* Judicial Assistance
* Letters Rogatory
* Notarial
* Oath
* Official Travel
* Prisoner Transfer
* Process Serving
* Subpoena
* Testimony
* Tort Claim
* Witness
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CMGT CONSULAR ADMINSTRATION AND MANAGEMENT
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Effective from August 1983

The administrative and operational management of Consular Affairs activities. (Replaces RCHB file categories: ACC, BUD, CON, FMGT,ORG, PER)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Antifraud
* Automation
* CAS
* Consular Agent
* Consular Agreement
* Consular Conference
* Consular Equipment
* Consular Package
* Consular Service
* Consular Supplies
* Consular Treaty
* CSS
* ECR
* Fee
* Fraud
* ICARS
* IVACS
* Legislation
* MRP
* NIVCAPS
* Office Procedures
* Personnel
* PFM
* PIT
* Publication
* Space Management
* Supplies
* Support Services
* TDIS
* Third Country Representation
* Word Processor
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CVIS VISAS
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Effective from May 1973 (Revised January 1993)

Operational, procedural, and administrative functions of visa operations. (Replaces RCHB file category: V)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* AA 1 Adoption
* Advisory Opinion AIDS
* Alien
* Alien Previously Deported
* Alien Smuggler
* Allocation
* Application
* Appointment
* Arrival Notice
* Athlete Automation
* Bearer Insert
* BUSVIS
* Centralized Visa Processing
* Chargeability
* CHINEX
* CLASS
* Clearance
* CONGRINT
* Consular Package
* Crew List
* Crewman
* Crime
* Data
* Defector
* Denial
* Departure Notice
* Dependent
* Deportation
* Derivatives
* Diversity Immigrant
* DNC
* Documentation
* DV 1DVACS
* Employment Based Preference
* Employment Creation
* Entertainer
* Entitlement
* Exchange Visitor
* Exclusion
* Extraordinary Ability
* Family Preference
* Fiance
* Fiancee
* Files
* Foreign Policy Exclusion
* Forms
* Fraud
* Health Related Grounds
* ICARS
* Immediate Relative
* Immigrant
* Intercompany Transferee
* International Child Abduction
* Interview
* Issuance
* IVACS
* Labor Certification
* LB 1
* Legislation
* Medical Examination
* Moral Turpitude
* MRV
* Name Check
* Narcotics Traffic
* News Media Representative
* NIV
* NIVCAPS
* Nonimmigrant
* Numerical Control
* NVC
* Operations
* Other Worker
* Out of District Applicant
* Parole
* Permanent Resident
* Polygamist
* Portsmouth Consular Center
* Priority Date
* Private Bill
* Procedures
* Public Charge
* Reciprocity
* Refugee
* Refusal
* Religious Worker
* Renewal
* Revocation
* SAO
* Skilled Worker
* SPLEX
* Student
* Supplies Temporary Worker
* Terrorist
* 30 60 Rule
* TIVPC
* Totalitarian Party Membership
* Transfer
* Transit
* Travel Agents
* Treaty Investor
* Treaty Trader
* TTYREP
* Validity Visa
* Visa Clearance
* Visa Photograph
* Visitor for Business
* VLOB
* Waiver
* Waiver of Ineligibility
* Walk Ins
* Workload
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EAGR AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Cultivating the soil and forest, raising livestock, and producing crops. (Replaces RCHB file category: AGR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Agricultural Development
* Agricultural Production
* Agricultural Program
* Agricultural Worker
* Agriculture
* Animal Disease
* Cocoa
* Coffee
* Corn
* Cotton
* Crop Destruction
* Crops
* Dairy Products
* Desalinization
* Disease Control
* Drought
* Erosion
* Famine
* Farm Equipment
* Farming
* Fertilizer
* Food Shortages
* Forestry
* Fruit
* Fungicide
* Grain
* Harvest
* Herbicide
* Husbandry
* Insect
* Irrigation
* Jute
* Land Conservation
* Land Management
* Land Reform
* Livestock
* Natural Fiber
* Nuts
* Oilseeds
* Pest Control
* Pesticide
* Plant Disease
* Poultry
* Preservation
* Quarantine
* Rainfall
* Rice
* Rubber
* Seeds
* Snowfall
* Soil
* Soybean
* Stockpile
* Subsidy
* Sugar
* Timber
* Tobacco
* Tropical Forest
* Vegetable
* Water Analysis
* Weather
* Wheat
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EAID FOREIGN ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Foreign economic and technical assistance provided by governments, international organizations, institutions, or private individuals. (Replaces RCHB file category: AID)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Agricultural Agreement
* Agricultural Development
* Agricultural Program Airlift
* Bank
* Congressional Presentation
* Construction Equipment
* Cooperatives
* Credit
* Debt
* Development Loan
* Development Program
* Disaster Relief
* Donor
* Economic Adviser
* Economic Assistance
* Economic Development
* Economic Support Fund
* Farm Equipment
* Financial Contribution
* Food
* Foreign Assistance Agreement
* Funding
* Grant
* Industrial Development
* Industrialized Nation
* Laboratory Equipment
* LDC
* LLDC
* Loan
* Medical Care
* Medical Equipment
* North South Dialogue
* Paris Club
* PL 480
* PL 480 Title I
* PL 480 Title II
* PL 480 Title III
* Relief Effort
* Self Help
* Technical Assistance
* Water Analysis
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EAIR CIVIL AVIATION
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

Commercial and private aircraft and air operations, domestic as well as international. (Replaces RCHB file categories: AV, TR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Air Access
* Air Cargo
* Air Fare
* Air Safety
* Air Traffic
* Air Transportation
* Aircraft
* Aircraft Accident
* Aircraft Detention
* Aircraft Registry
* Airline
* Airport
* Airport Fee
* Airport Security
* Airspace
* Antiterrorism Measures
* Aviation Agreement
* Cargo Handling
* Charter Flight
* CIVAIR
* Commercial Aircraft
* Emergency Landing
* Flight Clearance
* Flight Manual
* Hazardous Cargo
* Helicopter
* Hijacking
* Insurance
* Landing Rights
* Maintenance
* Navigational Aid
* Passenger Manifest
* Pilot Training
* Private Aircraft
* Refueling
* Rescue
* Route
* Salvage
* Schedule
* Transportation Development
* Transportation Industry
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ECON ECONOMIC CONDITIONS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The status of a nation's economy. (Replaces RCHB file category: E)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Agricultural Development
* Antiinflationary Program
* Black Market
* Capital Investment
* Cost of Living
* Depression
* Economic Agreement
* Economic Assessment
* Economic Conditions
* Economic Crisis
* Economic Development
* Economic Forecast
* Economic Growth
* Economic Indicators
* Economic Program
* Economic Recovery
* Economic Reform
* Economic Report
* Economic Stability
* Economic Trend
* EEC 1992
* Employment
* Financial Profits
* GDP
* GNP
* Industrial Development
* Industrial Growth
* Industrial Reform
* Inflation
* Interest Rate
* National Debt
* NIEO
* Price Index
* Recession
* Stock Market
* Tax Law
* Unemployment
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ECPS COMMUNICATIONS AND POSTAL SYSTEMS
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Effective from March 1983

The efforts of governments, the private sector, or international organizations to manage, regulate, develop, apply, or monitor the methods and means of telecommunication, international communication policy, and the informational aspects of communication. (Replaces RCHB file categories: INF, MP, PO, PPB, PR, RAD, SP, TEL, TV)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Broadcasting
* Cable TV
* Censorship
* Clandestine Broadcast
* Direct Broadcasting Satellite
* Fiber Optics
* Frequency Allocation
* Frequency Interference
* Frequency Spectrum
* Geostationary Satellite Orbit
* High Frequency
* lnformatics Information Access
* Information Center
* Information Flow
* Information Media
* Jamming
* Light Communication
* Networking
* NWICO
* Orbit
* Postal System
* Prior Consent
* Radio
* Satellite
* Telecommunication
* Telecommunication Agreement
* Telegraph
* Telephone
* Television
* Transborder Data Flow
* Transmitters
* Undersea Cable
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EFIN FINANCIAL AND MONETARY AFFAIRS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Domestic and international financial affairs of governments and private institutions. (Replaces RCHB file category: FN)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accounting
* Audit
* Bank
* Bank Account
* Bankruptcy
* Blocked Assets
* BOP
* Budget
* Buffer Stock
* Capital Flow
* CFF
* Commodities Exchange
* Credit
* Currency Shortage
* Debt
* Debt Equity Swap
* Debt Relief
* Debt Repayment
* Debt Repudiation
* Debt Rescheduling
* Deficit
* Devaluation
* Donor
* Drawing Rights
* Economic Growth
* Economic Recovery
* Economic Trend
* EFF
* EMS
* Exchange Rate
* Financial Agreement
* Financial Contribution
* Financial Control
* Financial Crisis
* Financial Market
* Financial Profits
* Financial Program
* Financial Reform
* Financial Reserve
* Financial Stability
* Foreign Currency
* Foreign Currency Control
* Foreign Currency Exchange
* Foreign Market
* Gold
* Grant
* IMF Standbys
* Income Tax
* Inflation
* Interest Rate
* Loan Default
* Local Currency
* London Club
* National Income
* Overpayment
* Paris Club
* Payment
* Revaluation
* Sales Tax
* SDR
* Securities
* Securities Exchange
* Stock Shares
* Tax Haven
* Tax Law
* Taxation Treaties
* Treasury
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EFIS COMMERCIAL FISHING AND FISH PROCESSING
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The breeding and catching of fish and other marine life for commercial purposes. (Replaces RCHB file categories: INCO, POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Aquaculture
* Catch
* Quota Cod
* Dispute Settlement
* Exclusive Economic
* Zone Fish
* Fisheries
* Aid Fishery
* Fishing Agreement
* Fishing Concession
* Fishing Dispute
* Fishing Ground
* Fishing Limit
* Fishing Rights
* Fishing Vessel
* Fishing Vessel
* Detention Halibut
* Herring Joint
* Venture
* Quota Salmon
* Shellfish
* Shrimp
* TEDS
* Tuna
* Whaling Industry
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EIND INDUSTRY AND MANUFACTURING
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The commercial production of goods and services, including the processing of raw materials into manufactured goods. (Replaces RCHB file category: TEL, INCO)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Aerospace Industry
* Alloy
* Aluminum
* Antitrust
* Automotive Industry
* Bankruptcy
* Business Firm
* Capital Investment
* Chemical Industry
* Clothing Industry
* Commercial Association
* Communications Industry
* Complaint
* Construction Industry
* Consumer Goods
* Cooperatives
* Copyright Agreement
* Copyright Claim
* Corruption
* Cotton
* Dairy Industry
* Data Processing Industry
* Defense Industry
* Development Program
* Drug Industry
* Dyeing Industry
* Economic Growth
* Electronic Industry
* Espionage
* Factory
* Fertilizer Industry
* Finishing Industry
* Fishing Industry
* Food Contamination
* Food Industry
* Foreign Agent
* Fraud
* Garment Industry
* Garment Production
* Garment Workers
* Industrial Accident
* Industrial Development
* Industrial Growth
* Industrial Production
* Industrial Reform
* Industrial Waste Disposal
* Insurance
* Linen
* Litigation
* Lumber Industry
* Machine Tool Industry
* Manmade Fiber
* Manufactured Product
* Merger
* Metal Industry
* Monopoly
* Nationalization
* Paper Industry
* Parastatal
* Patent
* Petroleum Industry
* Piracy
* Plastic Industry
* Power Looms
* Private Sector
* Privatization
* Processing
* Product Safety
* Product Standards
* Product Testing
* Production
* Production Control
* Public Sector
* Railroad Industry
* Ramie
* Raw Materials
* Recall
* Registration
* Rubber Industry
* Sabotage
* Salvage
* Service Industry
* Shipbuilding Industry
* Silk
* Spinning Machinery
* Steel Industry
* Stockpile
* Subsidiary
* Subsidy
* Textile Industry
* Textile Production
* Tobacco Industry
* Tourism
* Trademark
* Vegetable Fiber
* Weaving Industry
* Wood Products Industry
* Wool
* Yarns
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EINT ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL INTERNET
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Effective from October 1997

Economic and commercial programs, policies, and issues relating to the Internet.

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Agreement
* Censorship
* Competition
* Connectivity
* Content
* Copyright
* Data
* Democracy
* Economic Conditions
* Domain Names
* Electronic Commerce
* Encryption
* Free Flow of Information
* Information Availability
* Interconnectivity
* Internet
* Meeting
* Monopoly
* Piracy
* Policy
* Pornography
* Privacy
* Private Sector
* Reporting
* Trademark
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EINV FOREIGN INVESTMENTS
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

Foreign investments made by governments or private enterprises for commercial gain. (Replaces RCHB file categories: FN, INCO)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Bank
* Bid
* BIT
* Business Firm
* Business Loss
* Business Merger
* Capital Flow
* Capital Investment
* Compensation
* Credit
* Credit Guarantee
* Disinvestment
* Economic Growth
* Foreign Investment
* Fraud
* Garment Investment
* Insurance Risk
* Investment Climate
* Investment Control
* Investment Disputes
* Investment Guarantee
* Investment Incentive
* Investment Law
* Investment Opportunity
* Joint Venture
* Loan
* Multinational Corporation
* Nationalization
* Parastatal
* Private Investment
* Private Sector
* Privatization
* Public Sector
* Subsidiary
* Textile Investment
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ELAB LABOR SECTOR AFFAIRS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised May 1995)

The labor sector, labor actors, and national labor policies and their effect on domestic and international systems and relations. (Replaces RCHB file category: LAB)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Arbitration
* Benefits
* Bonded Labor
* Child Labor
* Collective Bargaining
* Compulsory Labor
* Dock Workers
* Employee Ownership
* Employee Rights
* Employer Organization
* Employment
* Equal Pay for Equal Work
* Forced Labor
* Foreign Worker
* GSP (Worker Rights)
* Illegal Worker
* International Labor Secretariat
* Job Creation
* Job Discrimination
* Job Security
* Job Training
* Labor Agreement
* Labor Code
* Labor Competition
* Labor Confederation
* Labor Cooperative
* Labor Costs
* Labor Courts
* Labor Disputes
* Labor Federation
* Labor Law
* Labor Leader
* Labor Market
* Labor Migration
* Labor Movement
* Labor Organization
* Labor Relations
* Labor Rights
* Labor Sector
* Labor Settlement
* Labor Standards
* Labor Union
* Layoffs
* Lockout
* Manpower
* Mediation
* NAFTA Labor Cooperation
* Occupational Health
* Occupational Safety
* Pension
* Prison Labor
* Privatization
* Right of Association
* Right to Organize Slave Labor
* Social Clause (WTO)
* Social Net
* Social Security
* Strike
* Trade
* Union
* Underemployment
* Unemployment
* Unemployment Insurance
* Vocational Training
* Wages
* Work Force
* Work Permit
* Worker Rights Workers
* Working Conditions
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ELTN LAND TRANSPORTATION
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

All aspects of land transportation. (Replaces RCHB file categories: IT, TR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Antiterrorism Measures
* Automobile
* Bridge
* Bus
* Cargo Handling
* Detention
* Fee
* Hazardous Cargo
* Highway
* Highway Access
* Hijacking
* Insurance
* Land Transportation
* Maintenance
* Overland Cargo
* Public Transportation
* Railroad
* Railroad Accident
* Railway Access
* Rescue
* Schedule
* Traffic Accident
* Traffic Safety
* Transportation Development
* Transportation Industry
* Truck
* Tunnel
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EMIN MINERALS AND METALS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The exploration, discovery, and extraction of minerals and metals. (Replaces RCHB file category: INCO)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Bauxite
* Bid
* Chromite
* Coal
* Cobalt
* Copper
* Drilling
* Excavation
* Exclusive Economic Zone
* Exploration
* Factory
* Gems
* Gold
* Iron
* Magnesium
* Manganese
* Metal
* Mine
* Mineral
* Mineral Reserve
* Mining
* Mining Accident
* Mining Concession
* Nickel
* Offshore Mining
* Ore
* Quarry
* Silver
* Tin
* Tungsten
* Uranium
* Uranium Enrichment
* Zinc

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ENRG ENERGY AND POWER
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Government and private commercial activities in acquiring and providing energy services from all types of sources. For petroleum and natural gas, see EPET. (Replaces RCHB file categories: AE, FSE)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Coal
* Dam
* Decontamination
* Electric Energy
* Electric Power Plant
* Energy Conservation
* Energy Consumption
* Energy Reserve
* Energy Shortage
* Factory
* Fissionable Material
* Fuel
* Fuel Shortage
* Generator
* Geothermal Energy
* Hazardous Waste Disposal
* Hydroelectric Energy
* Hydroelectric Power Plant
* Nuclear Accident
* Nuclear Capability
* Nuclear Contamination
* Nuclear Energy
* Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing
* Nuclear Power Plant
* Nuclear Reactor
* Nuclear Safeguard
* Power Line
* Public Utility
* PUNE
* Radiation
* Radioactive Material
* Radioactive Material Transfer
* Radioactive Waste Disposal
* Reexport
* Solar Energy
* Spent Fuel
* Stockpile
* Technology Transfer
* Thermal Energy
* Thermal Power Plant
* Transformer
* Uranium Enrichment
* Wind Energy
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EPET PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS
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Effective from July 1980 (Revised January 1983)

Government and private sector activities in the exploration and extraction of petroleum and natural gas. (Replaces RCHB file categories: FSE, PET)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Bid
* Drilling
* Exploitation
* Exploration
* LPG
* Natural Gas
* Natural Gas Pipeline
* Natural Gas Production
* Natural Gas Reserve
* Offshore Drilling
* Offshore Drilling Platform
* Offshore Oil
* Oil Field
* Petroleum
* Petroleum Concession
* Petroleum Pipeline
* Petroleum Production
* Petroleum Reserve
* Petroleum Shortage
* Refinery
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ETRD FOREIGN TRADE
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Exchange of goods between nations. (Replaces RCHB file category: FT)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Alcoholic Beverage
* Aluminum
* Animal Hides
* Antidumping
* Antitrust
* Apparel Trade
* Arms
* Arms Traffic
* Barter
* BOP
* Boycott
* Buffer Stock
* Chemical
* Clothing
* Cocoa
* Coffee
* Commercial Aircraft
* Commodity
* Commodity Market
* Communications Equipment
* Computer
* Construction Equipment
* Cooperatives
* Corruption
* Cotton
* Countertrade
* Countervailing Duty
* Cross Border Trade
* Customs Agreement
* Customs Clearance
* Customs Court
* Customs Fine
* Customs Inspection
* Customs Official
* Customs Regulation
* Customs Seizure
* Dairy Products
* Debt
* Development Program
* Dispute Settlement
* Diversion
* Duty Free Entry
* East West Trade
* Economic Cooperation
* EEC 1992
* EEP
* Electronic Equipment
* Exhibit
* Export
* Fair Trade
* Farm Equipment
* FCN
* Fertilizer
* Fish
* Food
* Food Contamination
* Food Inspection
* Footwear
* Foreign Market
* Free Trade Zone
* Garment Exports
* Garment Imports
* Government Procurement
* GSP
* Harmonized System
* Helicopter
* Import
* Industrialized Nation
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* Intervention
* Laboratory Equipment
* LDC
* Leather
* License
* Linen
* Litigation
* Lumber
* Machine Tool
* Manmade Fiber
* Market Access
* Meat
* Meat Inspection
* Medical Equipment
* Merger
* Metal
* MFN
* MIC
* Monopoly
* Multifiber Arrangement
* NAFTA
* Natural Fiber
* Newly Industrialized Countries
* Nonalcoholic Beverage
* Nontariff Barriers
* North South Dialogue
* Oils
* Oilseeds
* Perishable Commodities
* Petroleum Products
* Pharmaceuticals
* Plastics
* Poultry
* Private Sector
* Product Standards
* Public Sector
* Quota
* Railroad Equipment
* Ramie
* Reexport
* Rice
* Rubber
* Sanction
* Shellfish
* Silk
* Smuggling
* Soybean
* Steel
* Stockpile
* Subsidy
* Sugar
* Synthetic Fiber
* Synthetic Rubber
* Tariff
* Tariff Barriers
* Tariff Relief
* Television
* Textile Exports
* Textile Imports
* Textiles
* Tin
* Tobacco
* Trade Agreement
* Trade Balance
* Trade Complaint
* Trade Control
* Trade Concession
* Trade Discrimination
* Trade Dumping
* Trade Fair
* Trade Law
* Trade Liberalization
* Trade Opportunity
* Trade Promotion
* Trade Protectionism
* Trade Relations
* Trade Visit
* Tuna
* VAT
* Vegetable
* Vegetable Fiber
* Vegetable Oil
* Wheat
* Wine
* Wood Products
* Wool
* Yarns
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ETTC TRADE AND TECHNOLOGY CONTROLS
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Effective from April 1984

Government efforts to control the transfer of goods (i.e., equipment),services, or technologies. This includes foreign policy trade controls, strategic (National Security) trade controls, munitions controls, general West to East technology transfer issues, and efforts to circumvent U.S. or COCOM controls. (Replaces RCHB file categories: FT, STR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Arms Traffic
* Blocked Assets
* Boycott
* COCOM Case
* COCOM List Review
* Computer
* Data Bases
* Data Processing Equipment
* Digital Switching
* Diversion
* EAA
* East West Trade
* Economic Warfare
* Electronic Equipment
* Embargo
* End Use Check
* End User
* Enforcement
* Espionage
* Exception List
* EXCON
* Export
* Export Control
* GSOIA
* GSOMIA
* High Technology Equipment
* IEEPA
* Illegal Trade
* Import Control
* ITAR
* Laboratory Equipment
* License
* Manufacturing Agreement
* Military Applications
* Military Critical Technologies
* Military Equipment
* Military Services
* Munitions Control
* NDPC
* Nonmarket Economy
* Origin Certificate
* Reexport
* Research & Development
* Sanction
* Security Survey
* Semiconductors
* SNEC
* Software
* Stockpile
* Strategic Material
* Strategic Trade Control
* Superconductor
* TCDC
* Technical Assistance Agreement
* Technology Acquisition Efforts
* Technology Gap
* Technology Transfer
* Transaction Check
* Turnkey Plant
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EWWT WATERBORNE TRANSPORTATION
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Movement of commercial and private vessels over high seas and inland waterways. (Replaces RCHB file categories: OS, TR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Antiterrorism
* Measures Canal
* Cargo Handling
* Coast Guard
* Containerization
* Dock Workers
* Fee
* Hazardous Cargo
* Insurance
* Load Line
* Maintenance
* Marine Cargo
* Marine Safety
* Marine Transportation
* Maritime Agreement
* Maritime Flag
* Maritime Law
* Merchant Ship
* Minesweeping
* Navigational Aid
* Passenger Ship
* Patrol Boat
* Piracy
* Port
* Port Access
* Port Congestion
* Private Ship
* Refueling
* Registration
* Rescue
* River
* Route
* Salvage
* Schedule Ship Accident
* Ship Clearance
* Ship Detention
* Ship Harassment
* Ship Movement
* Ship Registry
* Shipyard
* SOLAS
* Strait
* Tonnage Measurement
* Transportation Development
* Transportation Industry
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KACT: Strategic Arms Control (ACS) Treaties
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Effective from August 2000 (Revised August 2004)

Use for all documents relating to specific, interrelated strategic (nuclear) arms control treaties and their implementation:

* ABM (i.e., anti-ballistic missile) treaty and its implementation body the SCC (Standing Consultative Commission);
* INF (i.e., Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces) Treaty and its implementation body, the SVC (Special Verification Commission);
* START (i.e., Strategic Reductions Treaty) and its implementation body, the JCIC (Joint Compliance and Inspection Commission); and the Strategic Offensive Reductions Treaty (SORT) or the Moscow Treaty and its implementing body, the BIC (Bilateral Implementation Commission).

Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: NP/EX)
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KAWC: Atrocities and War Crimes
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Effective from July 2001

Use for all documents relating to atrocities, massacres, and war crimes, including allegations, reports, investigations, and prosecutions of genocide, crimes against humanity, grave breaches of the Geneva Conventions, and violations of the laws or customs for war. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau, Info: S/WCI)
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KCFE: Conventional Armed Forces in Europe
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Effective from August 1989

Use on all documents between U.S. Vienna and the Department pertaining to CFE negotiations; documents pertaining to conventional forces in Europe including both Eastern and Western forces, their structure, posture, changes, etc.; documents pertaining to allied and Warsaw Pact conventional arms control positions, plans and related internal political situations, documents referring to the High Level Task Force (HLTF) or its subgroups; and all documents discussing congressional delegation visits to Europe that will address conventional arms control issues. (Action: EUR/RPM)
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KCIP: Critical Infrastructure Protection
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Effective from August 2001

Use for all documents reporting on critical infrastructure protection (CIP) issues, which are defined as vulnerabilities and threats, both physical and cyber, to systems and assets (particularly interconnected information systems and networks) so vital to a nation that their incapacity or destruction would have a debilitating impact on national security, national economic security, and/or national public health and safety. Use for reporting of CIP issues both as they affect host country and as they impact the United States. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)

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KCOM: Chief of Mission
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Effective from March 2004

Use for all documents addressed for action to the chief of a U.S. mission in a foreign location (e.g., ambassadors, chargés d’affaires, consuls general, or principal officers). Use KCOM in conjunction with generic PASS instructions to chiefs of mission in Department telegrams. Also use the appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)
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KCOR: Corruption and Anti-Corruption
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Effective from August 2001

Use for all documents relating to corruption and anti-corruption, dishonesty, and unethical behavior among public officials representing local, provincial, and national governments. This would include linkages with justice, economic, social and political entities. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)

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KCRM: Criminal Activity
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Effective from April 1994 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents relating to criminal organizations and activities, the threat they pose to U.S. interests and/or friendly governments, and host country and U.S. Government programs to combat them. This includes international criminal organizations; money laundering and other financial crimes; illicit trafficking including alien smuggling and gun running; international stolen property theft and fencing rings; international frauds and commercial crimes; UN crime meetings and anti-crime programs; and interaction with international and regional organizations on these issues. U.S. assistance covers training of host country judicial and law enforcement agencies. Use this K TAGS with the Subject TAGS SOCI. Distinguish the use of this TAGS from AID-funded administration of justice programs in Latin America (KJUS),anti-narcotics issues and programs (SNAR),and anti-terrorism issues and programs (PTER). (Action: INL/ENT)
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KDEM: Democratization
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Effective from May 1991

Use on all documents dealing with democratization in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Encouraging democratization constitutes an essential component of U.S. policy. The U.S. Government is devoting significant resources to monitor and promote regional trends away from autocratic rule and toward political pluralism. Programs designed to encourage democratization are diverse, and often are cross-discipline in nature, requiring the involvement of several U.S. Government agencies. Also use the appropriate Subject and Geo-Political TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)
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KDRG: Detainee Repatriation from Guantanamo Bay
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Effective from December 2007

Use for all documents addressing issues connected to the repatriation and transfer of detainees in U.S. Government custody at the military detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba to their countries of origin or to third countries. Also use appropriate Subject and Country TAGS. (Action: S/WCI)
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KFRD: Fraud Prevention Programs
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Effective from August 1986

Use on all reporting that refers to efforts and activities pertaining to the prevention of fraud and deceptive practices in the issuance of visas, passports, the issuance of Federal benefits to U.S. citizens and others, and to active measures developed by the Department to oversee their legality and for reporting upon the results of antifraud and prevention measures in consular matters. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: CA/FPP)
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KGHG: Global Climate Change
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Effective from May 2007

Use for all documents addressing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and global climate change (also referred to as global warming). This includes, but is not limited to, the economic, energy, environmental, geographic, health, scientific, social, and political linkages of global climate change. Also use appropriate Subject and Country TAGS. (Action: OES/EGC)
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KGIC: Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism
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Effective from September 2006

Use for all documents relating to the Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism. The Global Initiative works toward the prevention, detection, and response to acts of nuclear terrorism. Also use appropriate Subject Tags. (Action: ISM/WMDT)
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KHIV: Emerging Infectious Diseases and HIV/AIDS Program
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Effective from June 2000

Use for all documents relating to actual and prospective activities by the U.S. Government, alone or in conjunction with or through other entities, to combat HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases. Also use Appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: S/GAC)
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KHLS: Homeland Security
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Effective from August 2006

Use for all documents relating to all aspects of homeland security issues, including acts of terrorism directed at the U.S. homeland, its citizens, or interests; planning and support for such acts of terrorism; capabilities of terrorist groups; activities of institutions, groups, or individuals that support such terrorism; acts of terrorism that transcend national boundaries due to the support network or nationality of the perpetrator, victim, or facility or conventional, biological, radiological, or nuclear (CBRN) terrorism; terrorist travel; actions of the host government, institutions, or individuals related to support for or opposition to U.S. Government homeland security or counter-terrorism initiatives; actions of the host government or multilateral organizations related to the establishment of host country or regional security, bureaucratic, physical, or cyber infrastructure; homeland security implications and effects of border protection, immigration, and customs policies; transportation (e.g., seaports, civil air) security; host government travel document control and standards; emergency, preparedness, and response; biodefense, science and technology development related to the above areas; reactions of host government, media, etc., to homeland security-related programs and activities in the United States, or of the U.S. Government. Also use appropriate Subject and Country TAGS. (Action: S/CT, CA, OES, A/OEM)

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KIPR: Intellectual Property Rights
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Effective from December 1988 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents relating to intellectual property rights which include patents, trademarks, copyrights, semiconductor designs (mask works),industrial designs, trade secrets, appellations of origin and other forms of protection to reward and encourage innovation and creativity. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: EEB/TPP/MTA/IPC)
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KIRF: International Religious Freedom
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Effective from January 1999

Use on all documents relating to all issues of religious freedom and persecution, including civil unrest where religion is a precipitating factor; changes to or enforcement of laws affecting freedom of religion; religious aspects of movements, parties or persons seeking governmental change; governmental repression of religious minorities, movements or leaders; religion playing a role in reconciling conflicts; and changes in religious demographics that may produce societal changes. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: DRL/IRF)
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KISL: Islamic Issues
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Effective from November 1988 (Revised April 2000)

Use on documents treating government involvement in recognition of or approaches to Islam; political and economic activities undertaken by private Islamic organizations or prominent individuals; and fundamentalism. Also use appropriate Subject and Country TAGS.

(Action: NEA/PPR, AF/RA, EAP/RA)
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KJUS: Administration of Justice
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Effective from May 1986 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents dealing with the administration of justice in host countries, particularly as it relates to U.S. objectives of promoting democracy and just economic and social development. This includes judicial reforms, political reporting on personalities and institutions involved in the administration of justice, judicial infrastructure development, criminal investigation capabilities, penal systems, legal training, and assistance and exchange programs in this field. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: WHA/PPC)
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KMCA: Millennium Challenge Account
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Effective from August 2004

Use for documents relating to all aspects of the Millennium Challenge Account, a U.S. new foreign assistance account, or the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the independent government corporation recently established to manage and oversee this assistance. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: MCC/IT)
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KMDR: Media Reaction Reporting
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Effective From October 1999

Use on all documents dealing with setting post ―Watching Briefs and on all post reporting concerning editorial content and media reaction. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: INR/R)
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KNNP: Nuclear Non-Proliferation
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Effective from April 1984

Use on all documents on U.S. policy for preventing the spread of nuclear weapons to other countries, the transfer of nuclear material, equipment of technology, agreements for cooperation on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, matters concerning multilateral discussions on the uses of nuclear energy including the activities of the International Atomic Energy Agency, and activities in other countries related to the acquisition of nuclear explosives. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)
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KOLY: Olympic Games Reporting
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Effective from February 1984

Use on all documents relating to issues, reports, or activities concerned with Olympic games. Also use appropriate Subject, Country, and Organization TAGS. Note: KOLY will be used in the above prescribed manner for all subsequent winter and summer Olympic games. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)
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KPAL: Palestinian Affairs
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Effective from August 1983 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents relating to issues, reports, or activities concerned with the Palestinian people, as a group or in part, or the area known as Palestine. Also use appropriate Subject, Country, and Organization TAGS. (Action: NEA/PA)
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KPAO: Public Affairs Office
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Effective from May 2000

Use on all documents intended for Public Affairs sections abroad, and should be used by field Public Affairs sections abroad on all documents coming into the Department which relate to Public Diplomacy Programs. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: ECA/EX/PR)
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KPIN: Political Internationals
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Effective from November 1984

Use on all documents relating to the activities and policies of the four major Political Internationals: Socialist International, Christian Democratic International, Liberal International, and the International Democratic Union. This includes reporting on the attitudes of member parties towards the Internationals, the interaction between member parties of the Internationals, and the activities of the Internationals themselves. In addition, this TAGS should be used on all documents relating to the policies of the German (FRG) political foundations: Friederich Ebert, Konrad Adenauer, Hanns Seidel, and Friederich Naumann. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: P)
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KPKO: United Nations Peacekeeping Operations
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Effective from August 1996

Use on all documents relating to existing or potential United Nations peacekeeping activities, including proposals for and negotiations with other countries on peacekeeping activities, military support, sanctions monitoring, elections and humanitarian activities, as well as interaction with international and regional organizations on peacekeeping. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: IO)
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KPWR: Power Support Program
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Effective from March 1993

Use on all documents dealing with the Department’s electrical power support requirements. The program provides consolidated funding for generators, central uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and PCB transformer abatement projects. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: OBO/PE/DE)
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KRAD: Radioactive Contamination of the Environment
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Effective from May 1997 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents dealing with radioactive contamination of the environment from whatever source—military or civilian use, transportation, storage, or disposal of nuclear material Appropriate Subject Terms to use with this TAGS would include nuclear contamination, radiation, radioactive material and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) emergency notification. In connection with accidental or deliberate contamination, appropriate Terms to use with this TAGS include radioactive material transfer, radioactive waste disposal, radioactive waste management, industrial/medical radiography, medical isotope, and transfer of fissile material. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: OES/OA)

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KSCA: Science Counselors and Attachés
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Effective from February 1983

Use on all documents drafted by or sent to Science Counselors and Science Attachés. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: OES). Note: KSCA replaces the Organization SCSA.
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KSPR: Strategic, Performance and Resource Planning
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Effective from October 1997

Use on all documents dealing with the strategic planning process for all foreign affairs agencies or agencies with operations and programs abroad as well as the Department’s own strategic planning activities. This includes all resource allocation processes when associated with the Mission Performance Plan (MPP),namely: budget formulation, the Financial Plan (FINPLAN),and the field budget plan. Technical and operational messages that are purely budget-focused should only use ABUD. Use KSPR on messages regarding personnel planning in connection with the annual MPP exercises, and subjects relating to the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) of 1993. Operational personnel requests (e.g., new positions, classification actions, conversions of positions from FSN to PIT, etc.) should still only use APER. Suggested terms to use with KSPR are program planning, Mission Performance Plan (MPP),Resource Allocations and Budget Integration Tool (RABIT) and Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA). Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: M/P)
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KSUM: Summit Meetings
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Effective from January 1983 (Revised November 1987)

Use on all documents concerning Summit Meetings. This includes substantive and administrative arrangements for meetings, records of meetings and reports on actions by participants as a result of meetings, including preparatory meetings. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: Appropriate Bureau)
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KTFN: Terrorism Finance Traffic
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Effective from July 2004

Use for documents relating to all aspects of terrorism financing; sanctions; designations of individuals under Executive Orders (E.O.) dealing with terrorism finance such as E.O. 13224; related UN resolutions; denial of funds to terrorists; and other related aspects of terrorism financing. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: EEB/ESC)
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KTIA: Treaties and International Agreements
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Effective from June 1984

Use on all documents concerning treaties, including conventions, protocols, or other International Agreements, such as exchange of notes, exchange of letters and memoranda of understanding, as well as requirements of the Case Act (11 FAM 724; 1 U.S.C. 112B). Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: L/T)
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KTIP: Trafficking in Persons
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Effective from September 2008

Use for all cables related to the topics of trafficking in persons, human trafficking, slavery, involuntary servitude, forced labor, labor migration, illegal migration, commercial sexual exploitation, prostitution, sex tourism, forced marriage, child labor, debt bondage, peonage, and child soldiering. Also use appropriate Subject and Country TAGS. (Action: G/TIP)
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KUNR: UN Reform
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Effective from November 1995

Use on all documents dealing with all efforts to reform and restructure the United Nations. Some of the reforms are: the UN budget and/or ceiling, security council expansion, managerial improvements, and strengthening the role of the UN. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: IO)
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KWBG: West Bank and Gaza
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Effective from December 1993 (Revised April 2000)

Use on all documents dealing with the implementation of the Israeli-PLO Declaration of Principles, including Palestinian interim self-rule, economic development and development assistance to the Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza. Also, use for Israeli-PLO negotiations on implementing the agreement and political developments in the West Bank and Gaza including elections for a Palestinian Council. Also use the appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: NEA/IPA)
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KWMN: Women Issues
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Effective from June 1995

Use on all documents relating to the Fourth World Conference on Women and any future World Conferences on Women. Also use this TAGS on issues concerning women’s human rights, women’s political participation, women-in-development, and any discussions of women in the United Nations or any other international organizations. Also use appropriate Subject TAGS. (Action: G/CS, IO, and DRL)
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MARR MILITARY AND DEFENSE ARRANGEMENTS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Efforts to establish and maintain collective security or other international military cooperation. (Replaces RCHB file category: DEF)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Air Defense
* Air Forces
* Alliance
* Armed Forces
* Artillery
* CFE
* Collective Security
* DECA
* DMZ
* Emergency Evacuation
* Ground Forces
* Home Porting
* Host Government
* Intelligence Assessment
* Landing Rights
* Lease
* Military Advisor
* Military Agreement
* Military Base
* Military Cooperation
* Military Exercise
* Military Personnel
* Military Plan
* Military Visit
* Minesweeping
* Monitoring
* National Security
* Naval Forces
* Overflight Clearance
* Peace Plan
* Peacekeeping Forces
* Refueling
* Security Assessment
* Ship Clearance
* Ship Movement
* SOFA
* Tracking Station
* Troop Contribution
* Troop Deployment
* Troop Reduction
* Troop Withdrawal
* Truce Observer
* Weapons Deployment
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MASS MILITARY ASSISTANCE AND SALES
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The Govemment to Govemment transfer, sale, or loan of military equipment, advisers, or services. (Replaces RCHB file categories DEF, FT)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Airlift
* Arms
* Artillery
* AWACS
* Bomber Aircraft
* CAT
* Congressional Presentation
* Credit
* Debt
* Debt Repayment
* Diversion
* Donor
* Economic Support Fund
* Fighter Aircraft
* FMS
* Guidance System
* Helicopter
* IMET
* Loan
* Maintenance
* MAP
* Military Adviser
* Military Agreement
* Military Aircraft
* Military Assistance
* Military Procurement
* Military Training
* Military Vehicle
* Missile
* Reexport
* Salvage
* Spare Parts
* Surplus Weapons Disposal
* Technical Assistance
* Technology Transfer
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MCAP MILITARY CAPABILITIES
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Effective from March 1973 to June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

The nonnuclear offensive and defensive ability of the military establishment of a nation or international organization. (Replaces RCHB file category: DEF)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Advanced Weaponry
* Air Defense
* Air Forces
* Armed Forces
* Arms
* Artillery
* AWACS
* Biological Warfare
* Biological Weapon
* Biological Weapon Control
* Bomber Aircraft
* Burden sharing
* Cargo Aircraft
* Chemical Warfare
* Chemical Weapon
* Chemical Weapon
* Control Civil Defense
* Coast Guard
* Conscription
* Contingency Plan
* Conventional Weapon
* Conventional Weapon
* Control Court Martial
* Defense Industry
* Demobilization
* Fighter Aircraft
* Ground Forces
* Guidance System
* Helicopter
* Infrastructure
* Intelligence Assessment
* Landing Rights
* Logistics
* Military Aircraft
* Military Balance
* Military Budget
* Military Buildup
* Military Capability
* Military Communication
* Military Equipment
* Military Exercise
* Military Leader
* Military Personnel
* Military Plan
* Military Reserve
* Missile
* Mobilization
* National Guard
* Naval Forces
* Naval Ship
* Ordnance
* Radar
* RDF
* Security Assessment
* Strategic Plan
* Submarine
* Troop Deployment
* Troop Level
* Troop Reduction
* Troop Withdrawal
* Warhead
* Warning System
* Weapons Deployment
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MNUC MILITARY NUCLEAR APPLICATIONS
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

The development and use of nuclear technology for military purposes. (Replaces RCHB file categories: AE, DEF)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Advanced Weaponry
* Antinuclear
* Arms
* Artillery
* Counterforce
* Decontamination
* Delivery Vehicle
* Fissionable Material
* Guidance System
* INF
* LRTNF
* Military Capability
* Missile
* Missile Site
* Monitoring
* Nuclear Contamination
* Nuclear Powered Ship
* Nuclear Safeguard
* Nuclear Test
* Nuclear Weapon
* Nuclear Weapon Control
* Nuclear Winter
* Plutonium
* Radiation
* Radioactive Material
* Radioactive Material Transfer
* Radioactive Waste Disposal
* Radioactive Waste Management
* Spent Fuel
* Strategic Plan
* Troop Deployment
* Troop Withdrawal
* Warhead
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MOPS MILITARY OPERATIONS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Declared or undeclared war involving two or more nations. (Replaces RCHB file categories: DEF, POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Advanced Weaponry
* Aggression
* Air Alert
* Air Forces
* Amnesty
* Armed Forces
* Artillery
* Assault
* Atrocity
* Biological Warfare
* Biological Weapon
* Biological Weapon Control
* Blockade
* Bombing
* Casualty
* Ceasefire
* Chemical Warfare
* Chemical Weapon
* Chemical Weapon Control
* Combat
* Concentration Camp
* CONTRA
* Conventional Weapon
* Conventional Weapon Control
* DMZ
* Emergency Evacuation
* Escalation
* Explosives
* Ground Forces
* Guerrilla
* Intelligence Assessment
* Intervention
* Invasion
* KIA
* Landing Rights
* Martial Law
* Massacre
* MIA
* Military Balance
* Military Buildup
* Military Plan
* Minesweeping
* Naval Forces
* No Fly Zone
* Nuclear Weapon
* Nuclear Weapon Control
* Occupied Area
* Peace Plan
* POW
* Repatriation
* Reprisal
* Rescue
* Sabotage
* Ship Movement
* Surrender
* Threat
* Troop Deployment
* Troop Level
* Troop Reduction
* Troop Withdrawal
* War
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ODIP U.S. DIPLOMATIC REPRESENTATION
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Effective from January 1983

Official representational and ceremonial activities of U.S. diplomats and U.S. Government officials; includes all aspects of privileges and immunities. Use for ceremonial activities hosted by U.S. officials. (Replaces RCHB file categories: PER, POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accreditation
* Agrement
* Ambassador
* Ambassador Designate
* Anniversary
* Assault
* Attache
* Ceremonial Representation
* Credentials Presentation
* Diplomat
* Diplomatic Consular List
* Diplomatic Privileges
* Drivers License
* Funeral
* Gift
* Guest List
* Honorary Consul
* Invitation
* Personnel Conduct
* Real Property
* Social Reception
* Tax Exemption
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OEXC EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL
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EXCHANGE OPERATIONS

Effective from March 1973 (Revised April 2000)

The administration and operation of educational and cultural exchange programs. (Replaces RCHB file category: EDX)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* American Studies
* Artist
* Athlete
* Business for Russia Program
* Citizen Exchanges
* College and University Affiliation Program
* Community
* Connections
* Creative Arts Exchanges
* Cultural Exchange
* Cultural Heritage
* Cultural Property
* Cultural Specialists (Aculspecs)
* Educational Exchange
* EFL Fellows
* ETF Fellows
* Exchange Program
* Designation Festival Fund
* Film Programs
* FLEX Program
* Foreign Leader Program
* Fulbright Alumni Association
* Fulbright American Studies Institutes
* Fulbright Commissions
* Fulbright Junior Staff Development Program (JSD)
* Fulbright Scholar in Residence Program
* Fulbright Scholar Program
* Fulbright Student Program
* Fulbright Teachers Exchange Grant
* Humphrey Program
* International Visitor Program
* J Visa Program
* J William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board
* Jazz Ambassadors
* Nomination
* Performing Arts Calendar
* Ron Brown Fellowship Program
* Scientist
* Student
* Student Advising
* Study of the US
* Teacher
* The Film Service
* U.S. Artists Abroad
* Voluntary Visitor Program
* Youth Exchanges
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OFDP FOREIGN DIPLOMATS AND FOREIGN MISSIONS
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Effective from January 1983

Administrative, representational, and ceremonial matters related to non-U.S. diplomatic personnel and foreign missions; includes all aspects of privileges and immunities. Use for ceremonial activities hosted by non-U.S. diplomats. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accreditation
* Ambassador
* Ambassador Designate
* Assault
* Attache
* Building Design
* Ceremonial Representation
* Consul
* Consulate
* Credentials Presentation
* Diplomat
* Diplomatic Consular List
* Diplomatic Privileges
* Drivers License
* Embassy
* Envoy
* Funeral
* Gift
* Guest List
* Honorary Consul
* Invitation
* NOB
* Office Closure
* Office Establishment
* Personnel Appointment
* Personnel Conduct
* Personnel Resignation
* Personnel Separation
* Post Closing
* Post Opening
* Real Property
* Recall
* Social Reception
* Staffing
* Tax Exemption
* Third Country Counterparts
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OIIP INTERNATIONAL INFORMATION PROGRAMS
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Effective from October 1999

Administrative and operational aspects of international information programs, products, and services that increase international support for U.S. policies and understanding of U.S. society.

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Advance Documents Service
* Article Alert
* Book Donations
* Book Fairs
* Book Reprints
* Book Translations
* Books and Documents List
* Computer
* Cooperative Agreements
* Copyright
* Design Services
* DVC
* Electronic Journal
* Grant
* Graphic Design
* I-Bucks
* IRC
* IRO
* Listserv
* Paper Shows
* PDQ
* Photo Coverage
* Photo Rights
* Photo Requests
* Public Diplomacy
* Publication
* Reference Requests
* Speaker
* Technology Partnerships
* Teleconference
* Translation Requests
* Washington File
* Websites
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OPDC DIPLOMATIC CORRESPONDENCE
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Effective from January 1983

Correspondence and ceremonial messages between prominent leaders and principal officers. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Acknowledgment
* Anniversary
* Appreciation Message
* Commemorative Message
* Condolence Message
* Congratulatory Message
* Invitation
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OPRC PUBLIC RELATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE
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Effective from January 1983

Correspondence to and from the public commenting on U.S. policy and foreign incidents, requesting information and speaking engagements, and any other public relations activities. This TAGS includes routine constituent's correspondence such as employment opportunities, requests for photographs, autographs, etc. Also includes press summaries and press conferences, public opinion polls, and the administrative arrangements for press conferences. (Replaces RCHB file category: PR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accreditation
* Authentication
* Autograph
* Constituents Mail
* Employment
* Interview
* Invitation
* Journalist
* Photo Request
* Photograph
* Poll
* Press Relations
* Public Diplomacy
* Public Information Publication
* Speaker
* Translation
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OREP U.S. CONGRESSIONAL TRAVEL
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Administrative and operational aspects of travel by Congressmen, congressional staffers, and delegations. (Replaces RCHB file category: LEG)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accommodation
* Arrival Notice
* Arrival Speech
* CODEL
* Departure Notice
* Departure Speech
* Itinerary
* Passenger Manifest
* Protective Security
* Staffdel
* Support Services
* Travel Advisory
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OSCI SCIENCE GRANTS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The administration of grants and disbursal of funds of U.S. Government sponsored research programs. (Replaces RCHB file category: SCI)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Foreign Currency
* Grant
* Science Grant
* Scientific Exchange
* Scientist
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OTRA TRAVEL
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Routine and operational aspects of travel and visits by other than prominent individuals and Congressmen. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL, TP, TRV)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accommodation
* Arrival Notice
* Arrival Speech
* Businessmen
* Departure Notice
* Departure Speech
* Dependent
* Itinerary
* Journalist
* Official Travel
* Scientific Visit
* Support Services
* Trade Visit
* Travel Advisory
* Travel Locator Messages
* Travel Orders
* Travel Report
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OVIP VISITS AND TRAVEL OF PROMINENT INDIVIDUALS AND LEADERS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The administrative and operational aspects of visits or travel of U.S. and foreign leaders and prominent individuals. Use for assistant secretary level and above or foreign equivalent. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Accommodation
* Arrival Notice
* Arrival Speech
* Departure Notice
* Departure Speech
* Envoy
* Hotel
* Itinerary
* Passenger Manifest
* Protection Technical Services
* Protective Security
* Secretarys Detail
* Support Services
* Trade Visit
* Travel Advisory
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PARM ARMS CONTROLS AND DISARMAMENT
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Efforts by governments to control the acquisition, development, and production of nuclear, biological, chemical, and other advanced weaponry. Also includes the control of efforts by countries to develop nuclear capabilities. (Replaces RCHB file categories: DEF, FT, POL, STR)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* ABM Treaty
* Advance Notification
* Advanced Weaponry
* Aerial Inspection
* Antinuclear
* Arms
* Arms Buildup
* Arms Control
* Arms Control Agreement
* Arms Control Impact Statement
* Arms Talks
* Arms Traffic
* Associated Measures
* Biological Warfare Convention
* Biological Weapon
* Biological Weapon Control
* CDE
* Chemical Weapon
* Chemical Weapon Control
* CNEA
* Compliance
* Confidence Building Measures
* Constraints
* Consultation
* Conventional Weapon
* Conventional Weapon Control
* Conventional Weapon Freeze
* Cooperative Measures
* Counterforce
* Counting Rule
* CST
* CTB
* Deterrence
* Disarmament
* Diversion
* East West Relations
* Electronic Weapons Systems
* Emerging Technologies
* ENMOD
* Entry Exit Points
* Fissionable Material
* Hazardous Waste Disposal
* Hotline
* Implementation
* INF
* IOZP
* Laser Fusion
* Launchers
* Limited Test Ban Treaty
* LRTNF
* Military Budget Reduction
* Military Expenditures
* Missile
* Monitoring
* Moratorium
* Napalm
* National Guidelines Area
* No First Use
* Nonproliferation
* Nonuse of Force
* NPT
* NRR
* NTEM
* NTM
* Nuclear Agreements
* Nuclear Capability
* Nuclear Enrichment Process
* Nuclear Equipment
* Nuclear Free Zone
* Nuclear Material
* Nuclear Proliferation
* Nuclear Reactor
* Nuclear Technical Assistance
* Nuclear Technology
* Nuclear Weapon
* Nuclear Weapon Control
* Nuclear Weapon Free Zone
* Nuclear Weapon Freeze
* Particle Beam
* Peace Movement
* Plutonium
* Political Concession
* Radioactive Material
* Radioactive Material Transfer
* Radioactive Waste Disposal
* SCC
* SDI
* Simulations
* SNEC
* Spent Fuel
* START
* Stockpile
* Strategic Policy
* Technology Transfer
* Telemetry
* Tlatelolco Treaty
* Troop Level
* TTBT
* Unconventional Weapon
* Verification
* Warhead
* Weapon Destruction
* Weapon Systems Deactivation
* Weapons Deployment
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PBTS NATIONAL BOUNDARIES, TERRITORIES, AND SOVEREIGNTY
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Effective from January 1983

A territory over which dominion is exercised. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Air Alert
* Airspace
* Annexation
* Arbitration
* Archipelago
* Border Control
* Border Crossing
* Border Dispute
* Border Incident
* Boundary
* Boundary Claim
* Boundary Determination
* Canal
* Cession
* Coast Guard
* Continental Shelf
* Court Decision
* Dependency
* Dispute Settlement
* Island
* Island Claim
* Land Settlement
* Landlocked Country
* Maritime Boundary
* Mediation
* Occupied Area
* Overflight
* Piracy
* Port
* Port Access
* Province
* River
* Seabed
* Ship Detention
* Sovereignty
* Strait
* Survey
* Territorial Claim
* Territorial Reversion
* Territorial Sea Limit
* Territorial Unification
* Territorial Waters
* Trust Territory
* Water Boundary Agreement
* Water Boundary Claim
* West Bank
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PGOV INTERNAL GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised June 1983)

The form, structure, and organization of local, provincial, and national governments. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Absentee Ballot
* Administration of Justice
* Alliance
* Antigovernment
* Arbitration
* Berlin Access
* Berlin Wall
* Cabinet
* Cabinet Meeting
* Campaign
* Candidacy Support
* Candidate
* Charter
* Church State Relations
* Coalition Government
* Colonialism
* Communism
* Confederation
* Constitution
* Constitutional Law
* Corruption
* Court
* Court Decision
* Death
* Democracy
* Dictatorship
* Election
* Election Forecast
* Election Irregularities
* Election Law
* Election Observer
* Election Reform
* Election Results
* Extremist
* Federation
* First Lady
* Glasnost
* Government Agency
* Government Budget
* Government Media Relations
* Government Official
* Government Reform
* Governor
* Impeachment
* Inauguration
* Influence
* Infrastructure
* Interim Government
* Judicial Reform
* Judiciary
* Junta
* King
* Legislation
* Legislator
* Legislature
* Martial Law
* Mayor
* Minister
* Minority
* Municipal
* Nationalism
* Opposition
* Opposition Party
* Party Faction
* Party Leader
* Party Line
* Party Meeting
* Party Stability
* Party Strength
* Party Unity
* Patronage
* Perestroyka
* Political Adviser
* Political Concession
* Political Cooperation
* Political Crisis
* Political Leader
* Political Military Relations
* Political Party
* Political Trend
* Poll
* President
* Prime Minister
* Progovernment
* Province
* Queen
* Reconciliation
* Referendum
* Reorganization
* Resignation from Office
* Reunification
* Royal Family
* Ruling Party
* Self Government
* Socialism
* Special Interest Group
* State of the Union Message
* Succession
* Tenure of Office
* Totalitarian
* Trial
* Trust
* Territory
* Veto
* Vice President
* Voting
* Voting Rights
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PHSA HIGH SEAS AFFAIRS
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Effective from January 1983

Activities on the high seas, outside a country's national jurisdiction. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Continental Shelf
* Dispute Settlement
* Exclusive
* Economic Zone
* Fishing Limit
* Fishing Rights
* Freedom of Navigation
* Hazardous Cargo
* Innocent Passage
* International Waters
* LOS
* Marine Mammal
* Marine Safety
* Marine Transportation
* Maritime Agreement
* Merchant Ship
* Minesweeping
* Natural Resources
* Ocean Dumping
* Piracy
* Seabed
* Seabed Mining
* Ship Accident
* Ship Detention
* Ship Movement
* Strait
* Territorial Sea Limit
* Territorial Waters
* Transit Passage
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PHUM HUMAN RIGHTS
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Effective from January 1985

The violation of rights attributable to human beings. (Replaces RCHB file categories: POL, SOC)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Abuse
* Amnesty
* Antisemitic
* Apartheid
* Asylum
* Asylum Request
* Capital Punishment
* Childrens Rights
* Civil Rights
* Concentration Camp
* Court Decision
* Death Squad
* Deportation
* Detainee
* Detection Equipment
* Detention Development Rights
* Discrimination
* Economic Rights
* Emigration
* Emigration Control
* Ethnic Group
* EVD
* Execution
* Exile
* Family
* Forced Labor
* Harassment
* Human Rights
* Humane
* Imprisonment
* Indigenous Peoples
* Individual Rights
* Internal Exile
* Internee
* Mass Migration
* Massacre
* Minority
* Minority Rights
* Missing Person
* Mistreatment
* Murder
* Persecution
* Police Equipment
* Political Disappearance
* Political Prisoner
* Political Repression
* Political Rights
* Poverty
* Prisoner
* Prisoner Release
* Prisoner Welfare
* Proselytize
* Psychiatric Abuse
* Religion
* Religious Group
* Returnees
* Rights of Peoples
* Security Forces
* Sponsorship
* Torture
* Walk In Procedures
* Women
* Womens Rights
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PINR INTELLIGENCE
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The gathering and reporting of intelligence information, including biographic and background data. (Replaces RCHB file categories: INT, POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Aerial Reconnaissance
* Biographic Information
* Contacts
* Counterintelligence
* Covert Operations
* Disinformation
* Espionage
* Film
* Humint Collection Plan
* Information Security
* Intelligence Assessment
* Intelligence Collection
* Intelligence Services
* Maps
* Monitoring
* Olive Harvest
* PLPPR
* Remote Sensing
* Satellite
* Ship Movement
* Surveillance Aircraft
* Tracking Station
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PINS NATIONAL SECURITY
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

A regime's stability, control, or efforts to maintain itself in power, as well as activities and efforts to disrupt or overthrow the established regime by other than normal political activity. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Amnesty
* Armed Forces
* Arms
* Assassination
* Assault
* Atrocity
* Censorship
* Church State Relations
* Civil War
* Clandestine Broadcast
* Community Relations
* Concentration Camp
* Contingency Plan
* CONTRA
* Counterinsurgency
* Coup
* Court Decision
* Court Martial
* Death Squad
* Defector
* Demobilization
* Detention
* Dissident
* Emigration
* Emigration Control
* Escalation
* Ethnic Group
* Execution
* Exile
* Exiled Government
* Exit Permit
* Expulsion
* Extremist
* General Strike
* Guerrilla
* Harassment
* Hostility
* Hunger Strike
* Impeachment
* Infiltration
* Insurgency
* Intelligence Assessment
* Internal Control
* Intervention
* Land Reform
* Law Enforcement
* Liberation Front
* Martial Law
* Massacre
* Mercenary
* Minority
* Missing Person
* National Security
* Occupied Area
* Persona Non Grata
* Plot
* Police Force
* Police Investigation
* Political Assessment
* Political Crisis
* Political Military Relations
* Political Prisoner
* Political Settlement
* Political Stability
* Political Trend
* Prisoner Release
* Propaganda
* Property Protection
* Religious Group
* Repression
* Reprisal
* Riot
* Riot Control
* Sabotage
* Seizure
* Surrender
* Threat
* Travel Document
* Travel Restriction
* Treason
* Troop Deployment
* Troop Withdrawal
* Violence
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PREF REFUGEES
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Effective from January 1985 (Revised March 1995)

People who move across borders because of danger to life or fear of persecution. (Replaces RCHB file category: REF)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Admissions
* Allocation
* Asylum Policy
* Early Warning
* Emergency Response
* ESLCO
* Family Reunification
* Humanitarian Assistance
* Internally Displaced Persons
* Letter of Introduction
* ODP
* Prevention
* Refugee Camp
* Refugee Protection
* Refugee Relief
* Refugee Resettlement
* Refugee Settlement
* Refugee Status
* Repatriation
* Safe Country of Origin and Transit
* Safe Haven
* Sponsorship
* Temporary Protection
* VOLAG
* Volunteers
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PREL EXTERNAL POLITICAL RELATIONS
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Effective from January 1983

The political relations between countries, international or regional organizations both bilateral and multilateral, that assess intentions, objectives, plans, or possible courses of interaction. (Replaces RCHB file category: CSM, POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Alliance
* Ambassador
* Amity
* Antiamerican
* Anticommunism
* Antisoviet
* Bilateral Cooperation
* CBI
* Cold War
* Commitment
* Condemnation
* Consular Service
* Demarche
* Detente
* Deterrence
* Diplomatic Protest
* East West Relations
* Embassy Closing
* Embassy Opening
* Expulsion
* Extradition Treaty
* Foreign Commitment
* Foreign Relations
* Front Line States
* Government Reaction
* Hegemony
* Industrialized Nation
* Influence
* International Organization
* Intervention
* LDC
* Lobbying
* NAM
* National Security
* Neutrality
* No Fly Zone
* Nonaggression
* Nonaligned Nations
* Nonparticipation
* North South Dialogue
* Open Skies Treaty
* Opposition
* Participation
* Peace
* Peace Plan
* Persona Non Grata
* Political Concession
* Political Cooperation
* Political Initiative
* Political Settlement
* Political Trend
* Prisoner Exchange
* Prisoner Transfer
* Proamerican
* Procommunism
* Prosoviet
* Prowest
* Public Relations
* Reciprocity
* Recognition
* Reconciliation
* Regional Organization
* Relations Establishment
* Relations Interruption
* Reprisal
* Sanction
* Secession
* Signatory
* Sister City
* Third Country Representation
* Third World
* Threat
* War Claims
* West Bank
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PROP PROPAGANDA AND PSYCHOLOGICAL OPERATIONS
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Effective from June 1974 (Revised January 1983)

The spreading of ideology, information, or rumor for the purpose of supporting or defaming nations, institutions, causes, peoples, or persons. (Replaces RCHB file categories: CSM, CUL, INF, MP, POL, PPB, RAD, TV)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Active Measures
* Antiamerican
* Anticommunism
* Antinuclear
* Antisoviet
* Brain Drain
* Brainwashing
* Broadcasting
* Campaign
* Censorship
* Clandestine Broadcast
* Disinformation
* Frequency Interference
* Harassment
* Influence
* Jamming
* Lobbying
* Proamerican
* Procommunism
* Propaganda
* Prosoviet
* Prowest
* Public Disclosure
* Public Information
* Public Relations
* Publication
* Repression
* Slander
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PTER TERRORISTS AND TERRORISM
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Effective from March 1981 (Revised January 1983)

All aspects of terrorism which transcend national boundaries due to the nationality of the perpetrator, victim, place, or the incident. (Replaces RCHB file category: POL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Acts of Terrorists
* Antiterrorism Measures
* Antiterrorist Forces
* Assassination
* Assault
* Bomb Threat
* Bombing
* Casualty
* Hijacking
* Hostage
* Hostility
* Infiltration
* Kidnapping
* Kidnapping Threat
* Mission Takeover
* Piracy
* Plot
* Proterrorism
* Rescue
* Sabotage
* Small Arms
* Surrender
* Terrorism
* Terrorist Activities
* Threat
* Threat Assessment
* Violence
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SCUL CULTURAL AFFAIRS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised April 2000)

Any part or totality of a nation's behavior patterns, arts, beliefs, institutions, or sociology. (Replaces RCHB file categories: CUL, EDU, MP, PPB, SOC)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* American Studies
* Anthropology
* Archaeology
* Artifact
* Artist
* Athlete
* Business for Russia Program
* Citizen Exchanges
* College and University Affiliation Program
* Commemorative Celebration
* Community Connections
* Creative Arts Exchanges
* Cultural Exchange
* Cultural Heritage
* Cultural Presentation
* Cultural Property
* Cultural Specialists (Aculspecs)
* Education
* Educational Exchange
* EFL Fellows
* ETF Fellows
* Ethnic Group
* Excavation
* Exchange Program Designation
* Exhibit
* Festival Fund
* Film Programs
* Fine Arts
* FLEX Program
* Fulbright Alumni Association
* Fulbright American Studies Institutes
* Fulbright Commissions
* Fulbright Junior Staff Development Program (JSD)
* Fulbright Scholar Program
* Fulbright Scholar in Residence Program
* Fulbright Student Program
* Fulbright Teachers Exchange
* History
* Holiday
* Humphrey Program
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* International Visitor Program
* J Visa Program
* J William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board
* Jazz Ambassadors
* Language
* Library
* Magazine
* Memorial
* Missionary
* Museum
* National Flag
* Newspaper
* Olympics
* Performing Arts Calendar
* Piracy
* Place of Worship
* Pope
* Publication
* Religion
* Religious Group
* Religious Leader
* Ron Brown Fellowship Program
* School
* Social Custom
* Social Reform
* Sports
* Student
* Student Advising
* Study of the US
* Teacher
* The Film Service
* University
* US Artists Abroad
* Voluntary Visitor Program
* Women
* Youth
* Youth Exchanges
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SENV ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The preservation, deterioration, and conservation of natural and animal resources, the air, water, land, and space environments. (Replaces RCHB file categories: AGR, CUL, E, HLTH, INCO, OS, SOC)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Acid Rain
* Air Pollution
* Animal Conservation
* Animal Hides
* Atmosphere
* Biodiversity
* CITES
* Crop
* Destruction
* Dam
* Desertification
* Drought
* Earthquake
* Ecology
* Endangered Species
* Environment
* Erosion
* Exploitation
* Famine
* Fire
* Fish
* Flood
* Flora
* Forestry
* Fungicide
* Habitat
* Hazardous Waste Disposal
* Herbicide
* Industrial Waste Disposal
* Insect
* Land Conservation
* Marine
* Mammal
* Migratory Animals
* Monsoon
* National Park
* Natural Disaster
* Natural Resources
* Noise Pollution
* Nuclear Contamination
* Nuclear Winter
* Ocean Dumping
* Oil Spill
* Ozone
* Pest Control
* Pesticide
* Pollution Control
* Preservation
* Rainfall
* Seabed
* Sewage
* Sewage System
* Sludge
* Snowfall
* Soil
* Soil Pollution
* Species Protection
* Storm
* Tidal Wave
* Transboundary Pollution
* Tropical Forest
* Volcanic Eruption
* Waste
* Waste Disposal
* Water
* Water Analysis
* Water Conservation
* Water Pollution
* Water Supply System
* Weather
* Whales
* Wildlife
* Yellow Rain
* Zoo
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SMIG MIGRATION
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Effective from March 1995

The legal or illegal movement of people across borders, border control, and the treatment of aliens by receiving states. (Replaces RCHB file category: REF)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Alien Interdiction
* Border Control
* Cross Border Migration
* Economic Migration
* Emigration
* Environmental Migration
* Family Reunification
* Illegal Migration
* Immigration
* Labor Migration
* Migration
* Migration and Development Policy
* Nationality and Citizenship
* Readmission Agreements
* Remittances
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SNAR NARCOTICS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 2008)

The illegal production, distribution, and use of narcotic drugs. (Replaces RCHB file categories: INCO, SOC)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Aircraft Registry
* Cocaine
* Crop Destruction
* Crop Substitution
* Crops
* Customs Agreement
* Customs Inspection
* Customs Regulation
* Customs Seizure
* Demand Reduction
* Detection
* Equipment
* Eradication
* Exhibit
* Foreigners
* Hashish
* Herbicide
* Heroin
* Illicit
* Immigration
* Interdiction
* Law Enforcement
* Legal
* Marijuana
* Money Laundering
* Morphine
* Narcotics
* Narcotics Abuse
* Narcotics Control
* Narcotics Detection
* Narcotics Seizure
* Narcotics Traffic
* Opium
* Patrol Boat
* Psychotropic Drugs
* Seizure
* Ship Registry
* Smuggling
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SOCI SOCIAL CONDITIONS
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The conditions and factors that affect the social welfare of a community. (Replaces RCHB file category: HLTH, SOC)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Abortion
* Administration of Justice
* Adoption
* AIDS
* Birth Rate
* Black Market
* Census
* Child
* Custody
* Children
* Civil Disobedience
* Community Relations
* Concentration Camp
* Consumer Protection
* Crime
* Crime Control
* Cult
* Demography
* Disease
* Disease Control
* Divorce
* Educational Reform
* Elderly
* Epidemic
* Family
* Family Planning
* Food
* Fugitive
* Genocide
* Glasnost
* Health
* Housing
* Housing Shortage
* Humanitarian Assistance
* Hunger Strike
* Illegal Alien
* Immigrant
* Immigration Control
* Infant
* Infrastructure
* Inoculation
* Insurance
* Law Enforcement
* Life Expectancy
* Marriage
* Medical Care
* Medical Facility
* Mental Health
* Minority
* Modernization
* Mortality Rate
* Murder
* Penal System
* Police Force
* Police Investigation
* Population
* Population Growth
* Pornography
* Prison
* Prisoner
* Prisoner Release
* Prisoner Transfer
* Prisoner Welfare
* Prostitution
* Public Safety
* Public Transportation
* Public Welfare
* Quarantine
* Recall
* Reform
* Rehabilitation
* Riot
* Riot Control
* Rural Area
* Sanitation
* Sewage
* Sewage System
* Sex Ratio
* Sexual Crime
* Sexual Harassment
* Social Development
* Social Reform
* Social Security
* Social Service
* Social Trend
* Special Interest Group
* Standard of Living
* Sterilization
* Theft
* Urban Area
* Violence
* Volunteers
* Water Supply System
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TBIO BIOLOGICAL AND MEDICAL SCIENCE
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

The anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and psychology that affect living organisms and the mechanisms of their expression. (Replaces RCHB file categories: HLTH, SCI)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* AIDS
* Animals
* Biology
* Biotechnology
* Chemistry
* Disease
* Disease Control
* Eradication
* Food
* Genetic Engineering
* Hormones
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* Laboratory Equipment
* Medical Science
* Nuclear Contamination
* Parapsychology
* Pest Control
* Pharmaceuticals
* Quarantine
* Research & Development
* S & T Agreement
* S & T Cooperation
* S & T Development
* STRIDE Technology
* Technology
* Transfer
* Vaccine
* Zoology
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TPHY PHYSICAL SCIENCES
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Research and development in any of the physical sciences. (Replaces RCHB file category: SCI)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Atmosphere
* Chemistry
* Geodesy
* Geology
* Hydrology
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* Laboratory Equipment
* Maps
* Materials Science
* Meteorology
* Metrology
* Microwave
* Minerology
* Ocean Drilling
* Oceanography
* Physics
* Research & Development
* Research Vessel
* S & T Agreement
* S & T Cooperation
* S & T Development
* Satellite
* Scientific Cooperation
* Scientific Visit
* Seismology
* STRIDE
* Survey
* Technology
* Technology Transfer
* Volcanology
* Weather
* Weather Station
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TRGY ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
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Effective from July 1980 (Revised January 1983)

Research and development of energy sources. (Replaces RCHB file categories: AE, DEF, FSE, PET, SCI)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Electric Energy
* Energy Conservation
* Exploration
* Fissionable Material
* Fuel
* Geothermal Energy
* Hazardous Waste Disposal
* Hydroelectric Energy
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* Laboratory Equipment
* Magnetic
* Nuclear Accident
* Nuclear Contamination
* Nuclear Energy
* Nuclear Reactor
* Nuclear Safeguard
* Nuclear Test
* Petroleum
* PUNE
* Radiation
* Radioactive Material
* Radioactive Material Transfer
* Radioactive Waste Disposal
* Research & Development
* S & T Agreement
* S & T Cooperation
* S & T Development
* Solar Energy
* Spent Fuel
* SSC
* STRIDE
* Synthetic Fuel
* Technology
* Technology Transfer
* Thermal Energy
* Transmitters
* Wind Energy
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TSPA SPACE ACTIVITIES
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Effective from March 1973 (Revised January 1983)

Research and development leading to and resulting in the exploration and utilization of outer space. (Replaces RCHB file categories: DEF, SP, TEL)

Specific Subject Terms often used with this TAGS:

* Astronaut
* Astronomy
* Communications Satellite
* Direct Broadcasting Satellite
* ELV
* Exploration
* Geostationary Satellite Orbit
* High Technology Equipment
* Intellectual Property
* Intellectual Property Rights
* Landing Rights
* Navigational Aid
* Orbit
* Outer Space
* Outer Space Commercialization
* Peaceful Use of Outer Space
* Reentry
* Research & Development
* S & T Agreement
* S & T Cooperation
* S & T Development
* Salvage
* Satellite
* Scientific Cooperation
* Space Agreement
* Space Fragment
* Space Law
* Space Liability
* Space Program
* Space Station
* Spacecraft
* Spacecraft Recovery
* Spaceflight
* STRIDE
* Technology
* Technology Transfer
* Telecommunication
* Tracking Station
* UFO
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09SEOUL1687SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; October 23, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-10-23 07:05:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1697SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; October 26, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-10-26 07:51:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1726OPPOSITION WINS 3 OF 5 IN BY-ELECTION; BALANCE OF
[...] (C) Summary: The opposition Democratic Party (DP) won three of five open National Assembly (NA) seats in an October 28 by-election, including the two swing seats in the Seoul capital region. The ruling Grand National Party (GNP) won two seats and was disappointed not to win one of the seats i [...]
2009-10-30 05:52:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV KS
09SEOUL1733SOUTH KOREA ECONOMIC BRIEFING - OCTOBER 2009
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified and not/not intended for Internet distribution. ------------- In This Issue ------------- -- IMF: Korea's Per-capita GDP Down in 2009 before Recovering -- Trade Surplus Continues to Grow in September -- Number of Self-Employed Falls by Most i [...]
2009-10-30 07:46:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV ENRG ETRD KS
09SEOUL175PRESS BULLETIN - February 4, 2009
[...] Will North Korea Again Test-fire Missiles? (Hankook Ilbo, February 4, 2009, Page 39) 2. Seoul, Washington Must Stand Shoulder to Shoulder (Chosun Ilbo, February 4, 2009, Page 27) Features 3. Lee, Obama Pledge Cooperation on N. Korea (Chosun Ilbo, February 4, 2009, Front Page) 4. Is [...]
2009-02-04 08:03:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL1762SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; November 4, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-04 09:09:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1771SEVERE FOOD SHORTAGES WON'T COLLAPSE DPRK, SAYS
[...] (C) During a November 2 meeting with poloffs, prominent North Korean defector Cho Myung-cheol emphasized that the DPRK's poor harvest and severe food shortages are "nothing new." The major difference between now and the famine of the late 1990s, said Cho, is that non-elite North Koreans have [...]
2009-11-05 08:43:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PHUM MNUC SOCI ECON KN KS CH
09SEOUL1811SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; November 16, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-16 08:16:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1818SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; November 17, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-17 06:51:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1836SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; November 20, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-20 08:18:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1839SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; November 23, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-23 05:38:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL185PRESS BULLETIN - February 5, 2009
[...] Obama Should Change His Dangerous View of Economy (JoongAang Ilbo, February 5, 2009, Page 26) Features 2. Department Stores to Sell U.S. Beef Next Month (Hankook Ilbo, February 5, 2009, Page 20) 3. Obama Administration's First Move on North Korea was to Impose Sanctions (Chosun Ilbo, [...]
2009-02-05 08:03:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL1873SOUTH KOREA ECONOMIC BRIEFING - NOVEMBER 2009
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified and not/not intended for Internet distribution. ------------- In This Issue ------------- -- Korea's Trade Dependency Over 90 Percent -- Foreign Currency Reserves Continue to Rise -- International Organizations Raise ROK Economic Outlook -- P [...]
2009-11-30 06:26:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV ENRG ETRD KS
09SEOUL1888MOFAT MIDDLE EAST DG ON IRAN, SYRIA AND NORTH
[...] (C) MOFAT Middle East Bureau Director General Kim Jin-soo told the DCM that the ROK was deeply concerned about Iran's defiant reaction to the November 27 IAEA Board of Governor's resolution. The DG, noting the ROK had voted with the U.S. on the resolution, emphasized that Seoul would follow W [...]
2009-12-02 05:14:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR MNUC SOCI ECON ETRD KS IR SY
09SEOUL192MEDIA REACTION IN SEOUL
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-06 06:33:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US KPAO KMDR
09SEOUL1946SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; December 14, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-12-14 23:24:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL1972MINISTER OF KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY ON G20, FTA, NUCLEAR
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified and not/not intended for internet distribution. 2. (SBU) Summary: In a December 15 introductory call, the Ambassador and the ROK's new Minister of Knowledge Economy Choi Kyung-whan discussed renewable and sustainable energy, the KORUS FTA, and [...]
2009-12-18 08:01:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ECON PREL KS
09SEOUL2KOREAN ECONOMY SLOWING -- OUTLOOK WEAK FOR FIRST
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified and not/not intended for internet distribution. 2. (SBU) Summary: Korean economic growth slowed in 2008 from the 5 percent pace of 2007 to below 4 percent. Growth was already slowing before the impact of the global financial turmoil, but has bee [...]
2009-01-01 22:19:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PGOV KS
09SEOUL200PRESS BULLETIN - February 6, 2009
[...] A Future for Iraq (JoongAng Ilbo, February 6, 2009, Page 27) 2. Financial Protectionism Could Bring Second Crisis (Chosun Ilbo, February 6, 2009, Page 27) 3. Even Though 'Buy America' Provisions Have Softened (Hankook Ilbo, February 6, 2009, Page 36) Features 4. N. Korea "Could Fire [...]
2009-02-06 08:37:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL2010AMB VERVEER FINDS PARTNERS IN KOREA TO ADVANCE
[...] (C) Summary: During her December 8-9 visit to Seoul, Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues Melanne Verveer met with government officials and civil society representatives to discuss Korea's progress on women's rights and plans for closing the gender equality gap. National Assembly Me [...]
2009-12-28 08:15:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALKWNM PREL KPAO PHUM KR KS KN KTIP
09SEOUL203PRESS BULLETIN - February 9, 2009
[...] Let's Not Let Assessments Hinder Denuclearization (Hankyoreh Shinmun, February 9, 2009, Page 23) Features 2. U.S. Experts Recount Visit to Korea (Chosun Ilbo, February 9, 2009, Page 6) 2 3. Washington's First Diplomatic Homework is Afghanistan... What Kind of Homework Will It Become f [...]
2009-02-09 07:33:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL213FORMER DPRK INTERNAL POLICE OFFICIAL ON KIM JONG
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Former DPRK People's Safety Agency (PSA) official Kwak Myung-il described domestic surveillance activities in North Korea, security measures for Kim Jong Il train travel, and growing public discontent with the DPRK regime during a recent meeting with poloff. Kwak and his nephew h [...]
2009-02-10 07:19:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPREL KS KN
09SEOUL232MEDIA REACTION IN SEOUL
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-13 04:59:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US KPAO KMDR
09SEOUL235PRESS BULLETIN - February 13, 2009
[...] Lessons of 'Buy-American' Policy (Hankook Ilb, February 13, 2009, Page 39) 2. National Security Worries (JoongAng Ilbo, February 13, 2009, Page 26) 3. North Korea Should Not Miscalculate Things with a Missile Launch (Hankook Ilbo, February 13, 2009, Page 39) Top Headlines Chosun Il [...]
2009-02-13 07:36:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL240PRESS BULLETIN - February 17, 2009
[...] Welcoming Clinton (JoongAng Ilbo, February 16, 2009, Page 31) 2. "Hillary! Hillary!..." (Chosun Ilbo, February 17, 2009, Page 30) 3. Leader Parties While His People Starve (Dong-a Ilbo, February 17, 2009, Page 31) 4. Even Two Years after Feb. 13 Agreement, Pyongyang Still Engages in Trick [...]
2009-02-17 08:23:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL246MEDIA REACTION IN SEOUL
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-18 05:38:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US KPAO KMDR
09SEOUL249PRESS BULLETIN - February 18, 2009
[...] Agenda for Clinton visit (JoongAng Ilbo, February 18, 2009, Page 30) Features 2. "North Korea Is Operating a Plant to Enrich Uranium at Yongbyon" (Dong-a Ilbo, February 18, 2009, Page 6) 3. Campbell Will Be in Overall Charge of U.S. Negotiations with N. Korea (JoongAng Ilbo, Februa [...]
2009-02-18 07:15:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL269PRESS BULLETIN - February 23, 2009
[...] Alliance Reaffirmed (JoongAng Ilbo, February 21, 2009, Page 26) 2. Effects of Sino-U.S. Relations (JoongAng Ilbo, February 23, 2009, Page 30) 3. Clinton Says, "The U.S. and the ROK Agree on North Korean Issue" (Chosun Ilbo, February 21, 2009, Page 27) 4. Pyongyang Should Not Dare to Igno [...]
2009-02-23 09:48:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL276PRESS BULLETIN - February 24, 2009
[...] 'Hillary's Kiss' and the Korean Peninsula (Hankook Ilbo, February 24, 2009, Page 38) Features 2. NK Raised No. of Special Forces by 60,000: Report (Dong-a Ilbo, February 24, 2009, Page 6) 3. Money Is the Biggest Problem; WEST Participants Should Pay a Lump Sum of $8,500 (Dong-a Ilbo, [...]
2009-02-24 07:59:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL278 ROKG ANNOUNCES FOUR-YEAR "GREEN NEW DEAL" TO INVEST USD 38
[...] Summary: The South Korean government has announced that it will invest 50 trillion won (USD 38.1 billion) over the next four years on environmental infrastructure projects in a "Green New Deal." The program, comprising nine major projects and 27 secondary projects, is intended to spur slumpin [...]
2009-02-24 11:22:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDSENV ECON PGOV KS
09SEOUL283PRESS BULLETIN - February 25, 2009
[...] After All, the U.S. Is the Problem (JoongAng Ilbo, February 25, 2009, Page 26) 2. How Clinton Stole Korean Hearts (Chosun Ilbo, February 25, 2009, Page 27) 3. N. Korea Will Have to Pay for Missile Test (Chosun Ilbo, February 25, 2009, Page 27) 4. Breaking the Cycle of Brinkmanship (Hankyo [...]
2009-02-26 02:11:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL29PRESS BULLETIN - January 7, 2009
[...] ROK-U.S. Response in 2009 to North Korea's Nuclear Issue (Chosun Ilbo, January 7, 2009, Page 31) Top Headlines Chosun Ilbo 93 Public Welfare Bills, including Bills on Easing Criminal Penalties, are stalled by National Assembly standoff; (as a result) Low-Income People (who are unable to [...]
2009-01-07 07:25:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL315NORTH KOREA ECONOMIC BRIEFING - FEBRUARY 2009
[...] (U) Slow Growth in Inter-Korean Trade Masks Big Changes in Composition: The Ministry of Unification (MOU) announced that inter-Korean trade in 2008 grew just 1.2 percent to USD 1.82 billion (following growth rates of 27.8 percent in 2006 and 33.2 percent in 2007). South Korea's exports to the [...]
2009-03-01 22:35:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN EINV ENRG ETRD KN
09SEOUL324PRESS BULLETIN - March 3, 2009
[...] Regrets about Secretary Clinton's Visit to Seoul (Hankyoreh Shinmun, March 2, 2009, Page 26) 2. Critical Moment for the Six-Party Process (Hankyoreh Shinmun, February 28, 2009, Page 23) Features 3. Does the U.S. Put More Emphasis on Direct Talks with N. Korea Than on the Six-Party Tal [...]
2009-03-02 07:46:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL357ROKG PLANS TO RAISE DPRK CIV AIR ISSUE IN ICAO
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General for North American Affairs Chang Ho-jin told Pol M/C on March 6 that the ROKG regarded the DPRK's March 5 statement about not being able to guarantee the safety of ROK civilian aircraft in North Korean air space as a "threat to the safet [...]
2009-03-06 09:40:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALEAIR KS KN
09SEOUL363SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 10, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-10 08:12:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL371SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 11, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-11 07:55:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL393SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 13, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-13 08:20:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL395SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-13 08:21:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL398SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-16 06:17:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL399SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 16, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-16 06:51:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL428G-20: ROKG SHERPA AND FINANCE COORDINATOR ON
[...] (C) SUMMARY: ROKG G-20 Sherpa, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Deputy Minister Ahn Ho-young told EMin on March 18 that the ROKG shares U.S. views and appreciated U.S. leadership at both the Sherpa meeting and the Finance Ministers' meeting in London earlier this month. The ROKG supports [...]
2009-03-19 07:25:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALEFIN ECON PREL KS
09SEOUL432HCOC "INREACH": ROK RESPONSE
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-19 07:53:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KSCA MNUC MTCRE PREL TSPA
09SEOUL442SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 20, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-20 07:46:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL445DASD SEDNEY'S MARCH 1-3 SECURITY POLICY MEETINGS
[...] (C) Close coordination on North Korea, significant progress in three areas of the U.S.-ROK alliance, and a push for a major ROK contribution in Afghanistan characterized DASD David Sedney's March 1-3 meetings in Seoul. -- (C) Sunday March 1, DASD Sedney reached agreement with MOFAT DDG Lee o [...]
2009-03-20 07:48:00Embassy SeoulSECRETPHSA PINS PREL PTER MARR MASS AF KN KS
09SEOUL44621ST SECURITY POLICY INITIATIVE MEETING
[...] (C) Summary. The 21st session of the Security Policy Initiative (SPI) opened on March 2, at the ROK Ministry of National Defense in Seoul. The meeting covered a wide range of topics concerning the U.S.-ROK security alliance, including: the North Korea (DPRK) missile situation, an update on [...]
2009-03-20 08:13:00Embassy SeoulSECRETMARR MCAP MOPS PREL KS KN
09SEOUL455IRAN CALLS FOR "BOLD STEPS" FROM OBAMA
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Iranian Head of Judiciary Ayatollah Seyyed Mahmoud Hashemi Shahroudi visited Seoul with several senior Iranian legal and diplomatic officials March 16-18 at the invitation of ROK Chief Justice Lee Yong-hoon. Shahroudi, his Senior Advisor for International Affairs Mohammad Javad [...]
2009-03-23 07:59:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALEINV EAID PINR PREF PREL KS IR AF IZ PK
09SEOUL480SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 25, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-25 06:36:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL490SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 26, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-26 08:05:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL492SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 27, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-27 07:45:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL495SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-27 07:46:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL516SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; March 31, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-31 08:25:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL523(C) DTC CASE 050138421: ROKG UMBRELLA ASSURANCES
[...] (U) Post received the ROKG umbrella assurances letter requested in reftel on March 25, 2009. 2. (C) Per reftel instructions, the text of the ROKG umbrella assurances letter is as follows. March 19, 2009 Mr. David Wolff First Secretary Political-Military Affairs Embassy of the Uni [...]
2009-04-01 06:30:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC KS MNUC MTCRE PARM
09SEOUL532SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 2, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-02 08:13:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL533SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-02 08:14:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL551SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-06 07:29:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL552SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 6, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-06 07:40:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL559SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-07 07:46:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL560SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 6, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-07 07:55:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL562GRANTING OVERSEAS KOREANS VOTING RIGHTS RAISES
[...] (C) SUMMARY: On February 5, the National Assembly passed legislation granting voting rights to Koreans residing overseas. Starting with the 2012 National Assembly elections, overseas Koreans will be able to vote in person at Korean Embassies and Consulates. How to enfranchise these voters [...]
2009-04-08 03:47:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALKS KN PGOV PREL
09SEOUL568SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 8, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-08 07:19:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL59ROK’S FOREIGN POLICY TOWARD THE NEIGHBORS: NORTH
[...] (C) Summary: As a presidential candidate, Lee Myoung-bak called for a "creative reconstruction" of Korea's foreign policy. In his February 2008 inaugural address, Lee criticized his two predecessors, saying, "At times over the last ten years, we found ourselves faltering and confused." He vowed to [...]
2009-01-12 09:12:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KS KN
09SEOUL594SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 13, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-13 07:27:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL615SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 15, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-15 23:22:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL62 NORTH-SOUTH RHETORIC: A YEAR OF CHILL
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The rapid deterioration in inter-Korean relations since conservative Lee Myung-bak was elected as ROK President just over a year ago was probably inevitable given LMB's commitment to change the ground rules of inter-Korean relations which had been painstakingly established over th [...]
2009-01-13 08:05:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KS KN
09SEOUL636BY-ELECTION BECOMES DP, GNP INTRA-PARTY FIGHT
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Candidate registration closed on April 15 for the five seats that are up for grabs in the April 29 by-election. Since the general election last year, five lawmakers -- two from the ruling Grand National Party (GNP),one from the Democratic Party (DP),and two independents -- lo [...]
2009-04-17 08:09:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALKS KN PGOV PREL
09SEOUL653KOREA'S NEXT DEMOCRATIC CHALLENGE:
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The 18th National Assembly, plagued by bickering since its inception, has proved its inefficiency time and again and is faced with widespread public pessimism about the legislature's functionality. The inter-party conflict that has so frequently ground proceedings to a halt is, [...]
2009-04-22 07:07:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALKS KN PGOV PREL
09SEOUL654SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 22, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-22 07:31:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL655APRIL 21 SOUTH-NORTH MEETING AT KAESONG: NO
[...] (C) SUMMARY: South Korean officials went to the Kaesong Industrial Complex (KIC) on April 21 at the North's request for the first civilian inter-Korean meeting since President Lee Myung-bak's February 2008 inauguration hoping to discuss several urgent issues: the welfare of a South Korean en [...]
2009-04-22 10:14:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PARM KS KN
09SEOUL672MND: DPRK MILITARY RHETORIC AND NATIONAL DEFENSE
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The DPRK's recent restaffing and expansion of the National Defense Commission (NDC) and its hostile military rhetoric over the last several months are related to the DPRK leadership's "top priority" need to stabilize the DPRK internally in preparation for succession, according to [...]
2009-04-27 06:35:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV KN KS
09SEOUL693BY-ELECTION RESULTS HIGHLIGHT LOOMING INTRA-PARTY
[...] (SBU) Results of the April 29 by-election, in which five National Assembly seats were up for grabs, highlight looming intra-party battles (reftel) for control of both major parties, the right-of-center Grand National Party (GNP) and the left-of-center Democratic Party (DP). The GNP was harde [...]
2009-04-30 07:04:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPGOV KS
09SEOUL694SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; April 30, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-30 07:26:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL704SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-04 05:42:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL706SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 04, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-04 07:10:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL708REVISING HISTORY: NEW ROK HISTORY TEXTBOOK
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Starting from this spring, South Korean high school students will learn their history from a revised text of their familiar "A Modern and Contemporary History of Korea." The movement to revise the history text kicked off soon after the inauguration of President Lee Myung-bak, s [...]
2009-05-04 09:52:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL KS KN
09SEOUL720SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 7, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-07 06:41:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL745SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 11, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-11 07:32:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL762SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 13, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-13 07:35:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL776NORTH KOREA ECONOMIC BRIEFING - APRIL 2009
[...] (U) DPRK Reportedly Bans Wide Array of Goods from Markets: The Korea Institute for Far Eastern Studies (IFES) reported that "North Korea Intellectual Solidarity," a South Korean civic group consisting of 600 North Korean defectors, claimed that North Korean authorities released on March 15 a l [...]
2009-05-15 01:00:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN EINV ENRG ETRD KN
09SEOUL808ROK'S KAESONG MANAGER: DPRK TRYING TO SHAKE ROK
[...] (C) SUMMARY: North Korea is trying to change the ROK's "political geography" through its hostile actions, including those targeted at the Kaesong Industrial Complex (KIC),according to President of the Kaesong Industrial Management Committee (KIDMAC) Moon Moo-hong. Moon, an Assistant Ministe [...]
2009-05-20 06:47:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPREL ECON KN KS
09SEOUL812NORTH KOREA ECONOMIC BRIEFING - MAY 2009
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified and not/not intended for Internet distribution. In This Issue ------------- -- DPRK Finance Minister Kim Announces National Budget to Increase 7 Percent in 2009 -- EU Seizes USD 20 Million in DPRK Deposits Reportedly for Yacht Purchases in It [...]
2009-05-21 06:23:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV ENRG ETRD KN
09SEOUL815GROWING FRUSTRATION BY KIC COMPANIES, BUT NO SIGNS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: On May 19, Representative Kwon Young-seh (GNP) hosted a forum at the National Assembly to discuss the current situation at the Kaesong Industrial Complex (KIC). Speakers and discussants included MOU Director General for KIC Project Bureau Kim Young-tak, former head of the Korea [...]
2009-05-21 08:01:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON KS KN
09SEOUL818SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 22, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-22 06:06:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL826SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 26, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-26 07:31:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL827SEOUL - MEDIA REACTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-26 07:32:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KMDR KS US
09SEOUL840SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 27, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-27 07:33:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL843SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; May 28, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-28 10:23:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL85PRESS BULLETIN - January 16, 2009
[...] FTA Floundering (JoongAng Ilbo, January 16, 2009, Page 26) Features 2. Obama Ally Calls Korea-U.S. FTA "Unfinished Business" (Dong-a Ilbo, January 16, 2009, Page 3) 3. U.S. Embassy Provides Online Information on Visa-free U.S. Travel (Kookmin Ilbo, January 16, 2009, Page 5) 4. ROK's [...]
2009-01-16 05:56:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL865SEOUL - PRESS BULLETI; June 1, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-01 07:18:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL872SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 2, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-02 07:10:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL877SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 3, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-03 06:58:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL893SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 5, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-05 06:37:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL91PRESS BULLETIN - January 20, 2009
[...] ROK-U.S. Cooperation Is Leverage in Resolving North Korean Nuclear Issue (Dong-a Ilbo, January 19, 2009, Page 31) 2. KORUS FTA and Hillary Clinton's True Intentions (Chosun Ilbo, January 20, 2009, Page 27) 3. Obama's Train of Hope (Dong-a Ilbo, January 20, 2009, Page 30) 4. The Incoming O [...]
2009-01-20 08:02:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL910U.S.-ROK-JAPAN POLICY PLANNING TALKS
[...] (C) Summary: During a June 2-3, 2009 visit to Seoul for U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Policy Planning Talks, Policy Planning (S/P) Director Anne-Marie Slaughter was told by Foreign Minister Yu Myung-hwan that China was changing its views on what to do about North Korea, "but too slowly, and too [...]
2009-06-10 02:52:00Embassy SeoulCONFIDENTIALPREL ECON KS JA KN
09SEOUL924SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 11, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-11 07:08:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL941SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 15, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-15 07:04:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL965SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 17, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-17 07:18:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL973SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 18, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-18 07:13:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL982SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 19, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-19 05:57:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SEOUL99PRESS BULLETIN - January 21, 2009
[...] Good luck, President Obama (JoongAng Ilbo, January 21, 2009, Page 30) 2. ROK-U.S. Alliance Needs Constant Care (Chosun Ilbo, January 21, 2009, Page 30) 3. High Expectations for Obama's Era (Hankook Ilbo, January 21, 2009, Page 39) 4. A New Beginning for America (Chosun Ilbo, January 21, [...]
2009-01-21 05:38:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PGOV PREL MARR ECON KS US
09SEOUL992SEOUL - PRESS BULLETIN; June 22, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-22 05:36:00Embassy SeoulUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR ECON KPAO KS US
09SHANGHAI160CHINA AND AFRICA: SHANGHAI VIEWS ON EXPANDING TRADE AND
[...] (C) Summary: During March 2009 meetings with four Shanghai-based Africa scholars, the largest Chinese investor in Africa, and officials from the Egyptian and South African Consulates General in Shanghai, Congenoffs examined the evolving state of China-Africa relations. The upcoming Forum on China-A [...]
2009-04-10 01:32:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL ETRD EINV CH XA TW
09SHANGHAI162SHANGHAI'S JEWISH COMMUNITY: BALANCING CULTURAL
[...] (C) Shanghai's rapid economic development leaves room for the appreciation of Jewish history and culture, but not for greater religious freedom or historic preservation. Local officials and religious scholars admire the contributions of Jews and Jewish culture to China and Shanghai, but dismis [...]
2009-04-13 03:09:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM ECON KIRF SCUL CH
09SHANGHAI169SHANGHAI PROMOTING ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: To meet Shanghai's energy demands and ambitious Central Government-mandated energy consumption reduction targets, Shanghai officials are working hard to adjust the city's energy mix by reducing its reliance on coal through the use of environmentally-friendly resources and improv [...]
2009-04-14 08:32:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYENRG ECON TRGY SENV EFIN CH
09SHANGHAI170CHINA'S GROWING TRADE AND INVESTMENT TIES WITH LATIN
[...] (C) Summary: Shanghai scholars said China's interest in Latin America remains primarily economic - securing natural resources and diversifying export markets amid the global economic downturn. China recognizes that it is facing an image problem in Latin America and is taking steps to address negati [...]
2009-04-15 03:25:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL ECON ETRD EFIN CH XM XL XR
09SHANGHAI194IPR - MOVING THE BALL DOWN FIELD IN ZHEJIANG WITH PATENT
[...] (SBU) Summary: Building on the Consulate's successful engagement with Zhejiang intellectual property (IP) officials during a roundtable in January 2009 (reftel),the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and China's State Intellectual Property Office (SIPO) co-sponsored a joint seminar on [...]
2009-04-28 08:31:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKIPR ETRD EINV EFIN PGOV CH
09SHANGHAI200CROSS-STRAIT TALKS IN NANJING PRODUCE EXPECTED RESULTS:
[...] (C) Summary: East China interlocutors said there were no surprises from the third round of cross-Strait SEF-ARATS talks held in Nanjing April 25-26. The three agreements on direct flights, financial cooperation, and anti-crime cooperation mark the continuation of gradual improvement in cross-S [...]
2009-04-30 08:48:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ETRD EAIR EFIN CH TW
09SHANGHAI202RESUBMISSION - CROSS-STRAIT TALKS IN NANJING PRODUCE
[...] (C) Summary: East China interlocutors said there were no surprises from the third round of cross-Strait SEF-ARATS talks held in Nanjing April 25-26. The three agreements on direct flights, financial cooperation, and anti-crime cooperation mark the continuation of gradual improvement in cross-S [...]
2009-05-04 01:21:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ETRD EAIR EFIN CH TW
09SHANGHAI230CODEL PELOSI'S MEETING WITH SHANGHAI CATHOLIC BISHOP JIN,
[...] (U) Summary. Shanghai Catholic Bishop Jin welcomed Speaker Pelosi and her delegation in their first meeting following arrival in China on May 24, and proclaimed himself to be satisfied with the degree of religious freedom now existing in China. He praised President Obama's May commencement [...]
2009-05-25 10:13:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM KIRF SOCI PGOV OVIP PELOSI NANCY CH
09SHANGHAI231CODEL PELOSI'S MEETING WITH SHANGHAI CATHOLIC BISHOP JIN,
[...] (U) Summary. Shanghai Catholic Bishop Jin welcomed Speaker Pelosi and her delegation in their first meeting following arrival in China on May 24, and proclaimed himself to be satisfied with the degree of religious freedom now existing in China. He praised President Obama's May commencement [...]
2009-05-25 10:13:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM KIRF SOCI PGOV OVIP PELOSI NANCY CH
09SHANGHAI241CODEL PELOSI DISCUSSES ENERGY CONSERVATION AND EMISSIONS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: In a May 25 roundtable discussion on energy conservation and emissions reduction with Shanghai entrepreneurs, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Representatives Markey, Sensenbrenner, Blumenauer, and Speier underscored the importance of U.S.-China cooperation on energy issues, especially [...]
2009-05-29 06:30:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYENRG SENV KIPR KGHG TRGY OVIP PELOSI NANCY CH
09SHANGHAI251EAST CHINA COMMODITY EXPORTS HEADING FOR RECOVERY? YIWU
[...] (SBU) Summary: One of the largest manufacturing and trading centers in East China, the city of Yiwu in Zhejiang Province suffered in late 2008 from the global financial crisis but is seeing signs of recovery. The economic downturn has impacted different industries to varying degrees, with man [...]
2009-06-08 06:51:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV ECON EFIN ETRD KIPR CH
09SHANGHAI258NEW NANJING MASSACRE FILM DOES LITTLE TO CHANGE CHINESE
[...] (C) Summary: The recent Chinese movie "Nanjing! Nanjing!" has stirred much domestic debate over the Nanjing Massacre and its implications for current Sino-Japan relations but has done little to alter public sentiments toward Japan. Comments on Chinese blogs are sharply divided between those w [...]
2009-06-12 02:36:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL SOCI SCUL CH JA
09SHANGHAI273CHINA'S HEALTHCARE REFORM/REBALANCING: THE SHANGHAI
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: China released its national roadmap for healthcare reform on April 6, which calls for universal healthcare coverage by 2020 and large investments in key areas. Provinces and municipalities (who will bear a large amount of the implementation costs) are now formulating their own [...]
2009-06-22 06:05:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON SOCI EFIN TBIO CH
09SHANGHAI309SHANGHAI AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: With the Shanghai 2010 World Expo approaching, Shanghai has been discussing environmental protection in several different fora. Shanghai's experience with environmental protection has been quite different from other cities in China due to its rapid growth and expansion. Because [...]
2009-07-10 08:48:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYSENV ETRD ENRG TRGY EFIN BEXP CH
09SHANGHAI329SHANGHAI SCHOLARS COMMENT ON JUNE SHANGHAI COOPERATION
[...] (C) Summary. Shanghai scholars regard the June 15-16 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Yekaterinburg as an important step in the development of the SCO as an influential regional organization and one that is broadening its engagement with the international community. Russia' [...]
2009-07-22 05:16:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL EFIN ENRG MARR CH XD ZK RS IR
09SHANGHAI334NINGBO ECONOMY HURT BY ECONOMIC CRISIS, OFFICIALS REMAIN
[...] (U) Summary. On July 13, the Consul General (CG) met with officials at Ningbo University (NU),Ningbo Foreign Trade & Economic Cooperation Bureau (NFTECB) and Ningbo Municipal Development and Reform Commission (NMDRC),to discuss that major port city's economy. Local officials insisted that, d [...]
2009-07-27 08:01:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIEDCH ECON ELAB ETRD PGOV SCUL SENV
09SHANGHAI340EXPO FEVER AND THE CULT OF HAIBAO: SHANGHAI GOES ALL OUT
[...] (U) Summary: Feverish preparations for Shanghai's World Expo 2010, due to begin next May 1, have taken over every corner of this city of 20 million people. The authorities have mobilized government, media, community, cultural, environmental and engineering resources to ensure a successful and [...]
2009-07-31 06:20:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV BEXP SENV KPAO CH
09SHANGHAI372U.S.-CHINA STRATEGIC & ECONOMIC DIALOGUE: SHANGHAI OBSERVERS
[...] (SBU) Summary: Shanghai financial sector representatives generally acknowledge the symbolic and confidence-building value of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED),although many are uncertain about the actual economic impact of the discussions. End summary. ================ [...]
2009-08-27 11:30:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCH ECON EFIN EINV PGOV
09SHANGHAI404SHANGHAI WOMEN'S FEDERATION CHAIRWOMAN ON PLENUM OUTCOMES
[...] (SBU) The Chairwoman of the Shanghai Women's Federation discussed her views on the recently concluded CPC Central Committee Plenary Session and challenges facing NGOs with the Consul General on the margins of the 7th Shanghai International Forum for Children. During the forum's opening ceremon [...]
2009-09-25 06:42:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV SOCI PHUM ECON PREL OIIP KPAO CH
09SHANGHAI41EXPECTATIONS FOR PRESIDENT OBAMA AND THE FUTURE OF
[...] (C) Summary: Shanghai scholars view U.S.-China relations the past eight years in a positive light and do not expect big changes under President Obama, though they admit they know little about the new President. They emphasize the need for bilateral cooperation on the global financial crisis b [...]
2009-01-21 02:24:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON EFIN ETRD CH PHUM PINR TW
09SHANGHAI41160TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS BALANCE LOCAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
[...] (SBU) As Shanghai prepares to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the People's Republic of China on October 1, municipal government officials and the state-run media have attempted to balance local pride with national unity. In public statements and newspaper articles, Shang [...]
2009-09-30 06:42:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV ECON ETRD EINV EFIN KPAO SOCI TPHY CH
09SHANGHAI444JIANGSU PURSUES INVESTMENT-FUELED GROWTH DESPITE CENTRAL
[...] (SBU) Summary: With little regard for Central Government concerns about investment bubbles or overcapacity, Jiangsu -- East China's largest province -- is tapping a locally funded government stimulus program and lending to large firms to rack up impressive growth figures even as net exports r [...]
2009-11-02 10:41:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV PGOV PREL CH
09SHANGHAI4862009 SHANGHAI FDI SNAPSHOT
[...] (SBU) Summary: In 2009, Shanghai's foreign direct investment (FDI) continued to grow despite China's dramatic drop in nationwide FDI. Municipal officials and academics report that Shanghai's increasingly service-based economy, the Central Government's anointment of Shanghai as a future intern [...]
2009-12-16 10:57:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV PGOV CH ETRD
09SHANGHAI494FAST CHINESE LOAN GROWTH BUOYS PROVINCIAL BANK'S AMBITIONS
[...] (SBU) Summary: Bank of Jiangsu (BOJS) -- a model for government-led reform of China's municipal-level commercial banks -- appears to be prospering from the current lending boom, and has set its sights on becoming a trans-regional bank. Within Jiangsu Province in East China, BOJS is building a [...]
2009-12-21 12:52:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV PGOV CH
09SHANGHAI53SHANGHAI AIRLINES FACES TURBULENT TIMES
[...] (SBU) Summary: Shanghai Airlines (SAL),China's fifth largest and first independently-run local airline, struggled through a string of economic blows in 2008, and the global economic slump is promising to bring more hardship in 2009. Shanghai Airlines Senior Vice President Gu Jiadan said the [...]
2009-01-30 11:22:00Consulate ShanghaiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCH EAIR ECON EINV ETRD PGOV
09SHANGHAI80SHANGHAI SCHOLARS ON U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS, CLIMATE CHANGE,
[...] (C) Summary. Chinese officials and academics will closely watch the Secretary's imminent visit to Beijing for signs of the Obama Administration's strategy toward China, according to Shanghai-based scholars. Establishment of a personal relationship between Presidents Obama and Hu, an early su [...]
2009-02-13 12:38:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALPREL EFIN PHUM MCAP SENV CH TW KN IR
09SHANGHAI86CORRECTED COPY: SHANGHAI SCHOLARS ON U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS,
[...] (C) Summary. Chinese officials and academics will closely watch the Secretary's imminent visit to Beijing for signs of the Obama Administration's strategy toward China, according to Shanghai-based scholars. Establishment of a personal relationship between Presidents Obama and Hu, an early su [...]
2009-02-19 08:15:00Consulate ShanghaiCONFIDENTIALCH EFIN IR KN PHUM PREL SENV TW MCAP
09SHENYANG148PRC EXPERT FORESEES NO INSTABILITY IN DPRK POWER
[...] (C) Summary: Jilin Province's foremost Korean Peninsula scholar does not foresee instability during the transfer of power to DPRK leader Kim Jong-il's successor, but predicated longer-term stability on an improved economic situation. After his reshuffle of the military in early 2009, Kim has [...]
2009-08-21 03:10:00Consulate ShenyangCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PARM ECON KN KS CH
09SHENYANG170DPRK CONFIDENT BUT ANXIOUS; PRC ENVOYS; INFORMAL
[...] (C) SUMMARY: A new consulate contact who has extensive experience in North Korea believes the DPRK's "charm offensive" is the result of newfound confidence stemming from its missile launch and nuclear test. North Korea feels economically and politically dominated by China, so it is anxious [...]
2009-09-25 01:50:00Consulate ShenyangCONFIDENTIALCH ECON EFIN EMIN ETRD KN KS PARM PREL
09SHENYANG31LIFE IN CHINA'S NORTH: SNAPSHOTS FROM HARBIN TO
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Leaders in Heilongjiang Province displayed a well-informed interest and concern about the global economic slowdown while remaining upbeat on prospects for development, particularly in the transportation and environmental areas. Sector-specific industries related to exports and Ru [...]
2009-02-27 03:18:00Consulate ShenyangCONFIDENTIALEAGR ECON ENRG ETRD KN KS PREL RS SENV
09SINGAPORE1002 SINGAPORE PREPARES TO PHASE OUT STIMULUS MEASURES
[...] (U) Summary: Singapore is extending for an additional six months a popular wage subsidy program widely credited with saving thousands of jobs and businesses during the recession. The program was part of an anticipated one-year set of stimulus measures laid out in last January's budget. Howe [...]
2009-10-15 08:40:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV SN
09SINGAPORE1010SINGAPORE COOPERATES ON EXTRADITION OF TAMIL TIGER
[...] (C) Singapore citizen Balraj Naidu Ragavan is under U.S. indictment for violating the Arms Export Control Act and committing other crimes in connection with attempts to broker weapons sales to the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in 2006. The United States formally requested Naidu's extradi [...]
2009-10-20 02:14:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PTER KCRM SN
09SINGAPORE1073SCENESETTER FOR SECRETARY CLINTON'S SINGAPORE VISIT
[...] (C) Madam Secretary, the message you delivered in Thailand in July that "the United States is back in Southeast Asia" is resonating here in Singapore. Your upcoming visit presents a precious opportunity to consolidate and build upon the gains that your early and intense focus on Asia as Secr [...]
2009-11-04 06:25:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPREL ECON MARR OVIP CLINTON HILLARY SN ASEAN
09SINGAPORE1138PRESIDENT HU - SINGAPORE VISIT
[...] (C) Summary: During the State Visit to Singapore by Chinese President Hu Jintao, China and Singapore reached four agreements: the "loan" of two pandas, a tie-up between Singapore University of Technology and Design and Zhejiang University, the formalization of civil leadership exchanges, and t [...]
2009-12-01 08:49:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV APEC CN SN
09SINGAPORE1234SINGAPORE LAMENTS COPENHAGEN "TRENCH FIGHTING" BUT
[...] (U) Summary: As the United Nations Conference on Climate Change wound down in Copenhagen, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong criticized the event's "sound and fury" and "trench fighting" in remarks to Singaporean journalists. Participants did not adopt the right frame of mind, he said. [...]
2009-12-23 04:55:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL SENV KGHG SN
09SINGAPORE1243FOO KOK JWEE OFFERS DEPUTY NIO HIS PERSONAL VIEWS
[...] (C) Summary: "The next 100 days are critical for Indonesia," MFA Deputy Director for Indonesia, FOO Kok Jwee conveyed in a December 14 meeting with Deputy NIO for East Asia, Dr. Terrence Markin. Citing the KPK and Bank Century corruption scandals that are dogging Indonesia's government, Foo [...]
2009-12-27 23:44:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALID PGOV PINR PREL SN
09SINGAPORE1245 SINGAPORE FTA REVIEW REVEALS PROGRESS IN SOME AREAS, DEAD
[...] (SBU) Summary: Singapore and U.S. trade officials noted progress in resolving outstanding trade issues during an annual review of the 2004 U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The review saw positive developments in the processing of two textile short supply requests, initiatives under [...]
2009-12-28 06:03:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETRD ECON EFIN EINV ECPS SENV EAGR KTEX KIPR SN
09SINGAPORE171REQUEST FOR TRANSMITTAL OF USDOC/NOAA/NMFS LETTER
[...] Post transmitted the letter in reftel from Acting National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Assistant Administrator James Balsiger to Dr. Astrid Yeo, Head of the Import and Export Division of the Food and Veterinary Administration at the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore. Dr. Ye [...]
2009-02-27 02:11:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIEDEFIS SENV ECON SN
09SINGAPORE287SINGAPORE PM RESHUFFLES CABINET
[...] (C) Summary: In a minor cabinet reshuffle March 26, Defense Minister Teo took on the long-expected additional portfolio of Deputy Prime Minister (DPM). Teo replaces DPM S. Jayakumar, who will become one of two Senior Ministers. People's Action Party (PAP) stalwart Lim Hwee Hua will become [...]
2009-03-27 10:43:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR SN
09SINGAPORE325SINGAPORE OPENS DOOR TO CHINESE TO MAINTAIN ETHNIC
[...] (C) Summary: Faced with a chronically low fertility rate and high emigration, Singapore has used a selective but relatively open immigration policy to increase its population, fuel its normally strong economic growth, and maintain a politically delicate balance among its Chinese, Malay and In [...]
2009-04-07 06:52:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ASEAN PINR ELAB SN CH
09SINGAPORE559SINGAPORE MUSLIMS IMPRESSED BY CAIRO SPEECH, BUT
[...] (U) Summary: President Obama's June 4 speech in Cairo generated a lot of attention and discussion in Singapore's Muslim community. Singapore's Muslims appreciated President Obama's Cairo speech, but they want to see what actions he will take, especially with regard to the Israeli-Palestinian [...]
2009-06-12 10:22:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL KPAO SCUL SOCI SN
09SINGAPORE588FOLLOWING THE MONEY TRAIL OF SINGAPORE'S SECRETIVE
[...] (SBU) Summary: Despite a portfolio estimated at more than $300 billion, the funding sources and uses of Singapore's two sovereign wealth funds (SWF) are shrouded in secrecy and not well understood by the Singapore public or most analysts. SWF funds come from three sources: the government's [...]
2009-06-23 09:21:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN EINV ECON ECIN ETRD SN
09SINGAPORE624SINGAPORE: 701 H1N1 CASES; QUARANTINE MEASURES EASE
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: The number of confirmed H1N1 cases in Singapore has risen rapidly to more than 700, spurring the GOS to continue its move away from strict containment measures toward mitigating the effects of local transmission of the virus. However, during this transition phase there are mixed [...]
2009-07-01 07:51:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYTBIO KFLU EAGR CASC ETRD ECON SN
09SINGAPORE679SINGAPORE CONDUCTS EXERCISE SIMULATING
[...] (C) CDA and Embassy consular and law enforcement officers observed the final part of the Government of Singapore's "Northstar VII" crisis response exercise held at the Rasa Sentosa Hotel on July 15. The exercise simulated a Mumbai-style terrorist "swarm" assault from the sea on Singapore. T [...]
2009-07-15 09:05:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPTER MOPS CASC SN
09SINGAPORE68SINGAPORE CRACKS OPEN DOOR TO POLITICAL FILMS,
[...] (C) Singapore signaled on January 9 that it will begin a phased liberalization of political content in new media, while reserving the power to ban material it deems inappropriate. Singaporeans will be able to see independent political films, but only if a government-appointed panel certifies [...]
2009-01-21 06:12:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM SN
09SINGAPORE703TEETER TOTTER BALANCING ACT FOR FALUN GONG IN
[...] (C) Summary: While Falun Gong (FLG) practitioners in Singapore enjoy a certain degree of freedom, problems still persist. Over the past decade, the organization has seen its membership drop by more than half. Although FLG has received little media coverage in recent years, this does not ne [...]
2009-07-24 08:57:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM SN CM
09SINGAPORE722 SINGAPORE UNEMPLOYMENT RATE STEADY AS ECONOMY BEGINS
[...] (U) Summary: Singapore's overall unemployment rate stayed steady at 3.3 percent during the second quarter, although industry still reported 12,400 net job losses, mostly in manufacturing. Unemployment during the economic slowdown has been lower than in previous recessions, and much better tha [...]
2009-07-31 09:32:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON ELAB EINV SN
09SINGAPORE852SINGAPORE MFA'S TOMMY KOH TALKS CHINA, SE ASIA
[...] (C) Summary: Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador-at-Large Tommy Koh offered Staffdel Luse his views on Southeast Asian countries' relations with China, the United States, and each other in an August 17 meeting. According to Koh, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) mem [...]
2009-09-04 04:24:00Embassy SingaporeCONFIDENTIALPREL SN
09SINGAPORE926SINGAPORE INKS DEFENSE COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH
[...] (U) Singapore and Vietnam signed a Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) during a September 7-10 visit to Vietnam by Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Teo Chee Hean. The DCA will formalize existing mil-mil interactions, which have focused mainly on exchanges and study visi [...]
2009-09-23 09:42:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV SN
09SINGAPORE965 SINGAPORE'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM: ADDRESSING COSTS AND CARE
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Singapore's first graduate medical school, a partnership between Duke University and the National University of Singapore (NUS),opened September 29. The physicians it graduates will increase Singapore's pool of new doctors and help the island address increased healthcare deman [...]
2009-10-02 09:59:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYTBIO SOCI ECON SN
09SINGAPORE994 SINGAPORE KEEPS MONETARY POLICY UNCHANGED AS ECONOMY
[...] (SBU) Summary: Singapore's GDP tallied up 14.9 percent growth in the third quarter compared to the previous quarter, its second consecutive strong quarter of double digit growth. The government revised upward its official estimates of 2009 GDP growth, predicting a contraction of between 2.0 [...]
2009-10-13 10:20:00Embassy SingaporeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EINV SN
09SKOPJE109MACEDONIA: MAYORAL AND MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS NOT
[...] (C) As Macedonia holds its first combined presidential and local elections in March/April (first round March 22, second round April 5),key local races are as much in the spotlight as the presidential race. In some cases, better-known political names will be found on mayoral ballots than in [...]
2009-03-09 14:38:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MK
09SKOPJE117MACEDONIA: CAN THE DENAR AVOID DEVALUATION?
[...] (SBU) Summary. Macedonia's current account deficit widened dramatically in 2008. The central bank's currency reserves have dropped at an alarming rate in 2009, raising concern about the country's ability to maintain the pegged value of the denar at roughly 61 to the euro, a fundamental elem [...]
2009-03-16 06:33:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN EAID PGOV PREL MK
09SKOPJE136MACEDONIA: ELECTIONS PEACEFUL AND WELL-RUN, VMRO TAKES
[...] (SBU) Summary: Macedonia held peaceful presidential and municipal elections March 22 with few irregularities. Ruling VMRO presidential candidate George Ivanov looks set to cruise to an easy victory in the second round, to be held April 5. VMRO and its ethnic-Albanian coalition partner DUI mad [...]
2009-03-27 12:25:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PHUM MK
09SKOPJE146MACEDONIA ELECTIONS ROUND TWO: ON TRACK BUT TENSIONS
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-02 15:51:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV MK
09SKOPJE156MACEDONIAN ELECTIONS: GRUEVSKI IN NEAR-COMPLETE
[...] (SBU) In a second round of presidential and municipal elections assessed as generally meeting international standards, ruling VMRO-DPMNE,s Gjorge Ivanov won by almost a two-to-one margin over SDSM opponent Ljubomir Frckoski. Macedonia,s ethnic Albanian population essentially boycotted the pre [...]
2009-04-08 15:17:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PHUM MK
09SKOPJE201REFLECTING ON BRANKO CRVENKOVSKI'S PRESIDENCY
[...] (C) Summary: As his five-year Presidential term comes to an end May 12, Branko Crvenkovski prepares himself for yet another political transition --this time returning to resurrect his opposition Social Democrats (SDSM),in shambles following devastating losses in 2008 parliamentary and 2009 [...]
2009-05-06 11:19:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR MK
09SKOPJE203FRAUD SUMMARY - SKOPJE
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-06 11:25:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIEDKFRD CVIS CPAS CMGT ASEC KV MK
09SKOPJE206MACEDONIA'S CULTURE WARS
[...] (SBU) Summary: Coincidentally (or perhaps not),two church/state issues in Macedonia have grabbed the headlines and pitted PM Gruevski's VMRO government against the opposition and his own ethnic Albanian coalition partner, DUI. The GoM is aggressively pressing forward with its plans to fund t [...]
2009-05-08 06:38:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM SOCI MK
09SKOPJE294 MACEDONIA: PARLIAMENT APPROVES REBALANCED BUDGET
[...] (SBU) On Monday, June 8, Macedonia's parliament approved the Government's rebalanced budget. Although it had been evident to many observers that the GoM budget was wildly out of synch with economic realities, the GoM had resisted an adjustment until after local and presidential elections were [...]
2009-06-23 09:17:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON PREL EAID MK
09SKOPJE332MACEDONIA: DANGEROUS DRIFT?
[...] (C) PM Gruevski's government continues a very mixed performance. He and his closest cronies continue to engage in highly questionable practices on government tenders and in squeezing EVN, the Austrian-owned electricity distributor. Substantial judicial reform lags, but Gruevski has directed t [...]
2009-07-10 13:50:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MK
09SKOPJE35MACEDONIA: S/WCI GROUP FINDS ICTY CASES HIGHLY
[...] (C) Summary: Members of the State Department,s S/WCI team discovered an ethnically divided, highly politicized environment surrounding the four war crimes cases returned to Macedonia by the ICTY. GOM officials admitted that political pressure was guiding these cases. The e-Albanian leadershi [...]
2009-01-23 08:10:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM MK
09SKOPJE369MACEDONIA: LESSONS LEARNED FROM NATO ADVISORY TEAM
[...] (C) Summary: The assignment of Bulgarians to both the commander and deputy positions of the NATO Advisory Team for Macedonia is not in U.S. interests. End summary. 2. (C) We learned off-line in early June that Bulgaria was the only Ally who volunteered to fill the "Chief NAT" position in S [...]
2009-07-29 07:06:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MOPS NATO MK BU NL
09SKOPJE49MACEDONIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS: A SCENESETTER
[...] (C) Summary: The ruling VMRO choice for president, Georgi Ivanov, will likely win and further consolidate PM Gruevski's hold on power. SDSM's candidate, Ljubomir Frckoski, is unlikely to win and may not even come in second. Former Interior Minister Ljube Boskovski could threaten VMRO's party [...]
2009-02-04 17:17:00Embassy SkopjeCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM PREL GR MK
09SKOPJE514MACEDONIA: GRUEVSKI INSISTS ON PROGRESS IN
[...] SUMMARY: (SBU) PM Nikola Gruevski continued to closely monitor and insist on judicial reform in an October 15 meeting with OSCE and the Embassy. While progress has been made on some reforms, most have not been fully implemented, despite promises made by Justice Minister Mihajlo Manevski in Jun [...]
2009-10-27 16:05:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PHUM MK
09SKOPJE540MACEDONIA'S DIASPORA GROUPS
[...] (SBU) Summary: Diaspora groups from Macedonia, most active in the U.S., Canada, and Australia, are divided along the ethnic lines of the country,s two largest groups-- ethnic Macedonians and ethnic Albanians. The ethnic separation of diaspora interests -- coupled with use of the term "Mace [...]
2009-11-10 12:21:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV BEXP BTIO EAID OIIP PHUM PREL SCUL SMIG
09SKOPJE554MACEDONIA: 2009-2010 INSCR PART I
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-18 13:54:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM MK
09SKOPJE621MACEDONIA: NEW NATIONAL ACTION PLAN AIMS AT
[...] (SBU) Summary: Ten years after the influx of nearly 350,000 refugees to Macedonia during the Kosovo crisis, the Government of Macedonia, together with UNHCR Skopje, is working to create durable solutions for the remaining approximately 1,600 refugees and asylum seekers, nearly all of whom a [...]
2009-12-23 16:13:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PHUM PREL MK
09SKOPJE672009 TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS REPORT FOR MACEDONIA
[...] SUMMARY: During the reporting period the GOM continued to show a strong commitment to combating trafficking-in-persons (TIP) and participated in cross-border operations and other international activities directed at identifying and eliminating human trafficking. High-ranking GOM officials took [...]
2009-02-13 14:52:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREF PHUM KCRM KTIP KWMN SMIG KFRD ASEC ELAB MK
09SKOPJE74MACEDONIA: PRIMER ON PROCEDURAL ASPECTS OF
[...] (SBU) Just nine months after holding parliamentary elections marked by violence, intimidation and serious irregularities, Macedonia will hold its first-ever concurrent presidential and mayoral/municipal elections, with the first round on March 22 and second on April 5. With Euro-Atlantic i [...]
2009-02-18 08:24:00Embassy SkopjeUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PHUM MK
09SKOPJE95 SECURITY ENVIRONMENT PROFILE QUESTIONNAIRE (SEPQ)
[...] (SBU) DEMONSTRATIONS A. There is a small ethnic Serbian population in Macedonia capable of carrying out anti-American demonstrations. i. There have been no anti-American demonstrations in the country within the last 12 months. ii. There have been no anti-American demonstrations near o [...]
2009-03-02 13:17:00Embassy SkopjeSECRET//NOFORNASEC MK PTER
09SOFIA104BULGARIA: CENTER-RIGHT'S DESPERATE MARRIAGE OF
[...] (C) SUMMARY: After an acrimonious five hour debate, Bulgaria's small center-right UDF party (Union of Democratic Forces) agreed to form a pre-election coalition with its bitter breakaway center-right rival DSB (Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria). Although a positive step that will likely ena [...]
2009-03-13 15:23:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA11BULGARIA: RECENT VIOLENCE IN KOSOVO A SERBIAN
[...] (C) Bulgaria views the recent outbreak of violence between Kosovar Serbs and Kosovar Albanians in Mitrovica as a Serbian test of EULEX. According to MFA Head of Western Balkans Krasimir Tulechki, the recent events are another example of "Belgrade provoking Pristina." Tulechki noted that al [...]
2009-01-09 14:23:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV SR KV BU
09SOFIA120BULGARIA SUPPORTS MAINTAINING KFOR AT CURRENT
[...] (C) The Government of Bulgaria strongly supports the points include in reftel and will continue to resist any move to reduce the size or scope of KFOR. In a recent briefing in Sofia, Foreign Minister Kalfin said that Kosovo continues to require NATO's commitment and KFOR must preserve an ade [...]
2009-03-20 14:05:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MARR BU
09SOFIA139BULGARIA UNLIKELY TO SUBMIT BRIEF TO ICJ ON KOSOVO
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-31 12:00:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALAORC PREL ICJ KV SR BU
09SOFIA159BULGARIAN FM KALFIN'S WASHINGTON MEETING WITH THE
[...] (C) SUMMARY: FM Kalfin arrives just after his sprint to Ashgabat and the NATO and U.S.-EU Summits and just two weeks before Bulgaria's April 24-25 Energy Summit on natural gas. Anxious for a successful summit, Bulgaria is struggling to confirm high-level attendance and thread the needle tha [...]
2009-04-03 15:30:00Embassy SofiaSECRET//NOFORNPREL PGOV ENGY BU
09SOFIA162BULGARIAN FM KALFIN'S WASHINTON MEETING WITH THE
[...] (C) SUMMARY: FM Kalfin arrives just after his sprint to Ashgabat and the NATO and U.S.-EU Summits and just two weeks before Bulgaria's April 24-25 Energy Summit on natural gas. Anxious for a successful summit, Bulgaria is struggling to confirm high-level attendance and thread the needle tha [...]
2009-04-03 17:05:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ENGY BU
09SOFIA169FM KALFIN PREVIEWS HIS APRIL 8 WASHINGTON VISIT
[...] (C) Summary. FM Kalfin previewed his Washington visit with the Charge for 90 minutes on April 6. He asked for a strong public statement by the Secretary commending the substantially strengthened bilateral partnership over the past five years, underscoring that it will establish the foundation for t [...]
2009-04-06 17:08:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ENRG BU
09SOFIA180BULGARIA'S ENERGY DEBUT: GETTING WHAT WE WANT AT SOFIA'S NATURAL GAS SUMMIT
[...] (C) Summary: The April 24-25 Sofia Energy Summit is many things to many people. Bulgaria's ostensible goal is to improve Europe's outreach and relationship with Central Asian and Caspian producers, while at the same time putting Sofia on the energy map. Russia will use it as a way to highlight and [...]
2009-04-14 06:24:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALENRG ECON PREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA186BULGARIA: PRESIDENT VETOES ELECTION LAW AMENDMENTS
[...] (C) SUMMARY: President Parvanov vetoed amendments to the election law that raise the threshold vote for coalitions to enter the parliament (from 4 to 8 percent) and allow for majority vote election of "district deputies" (31 of the parliament,s 240 seats) rather than on a proportional basis. [...]
2009-04-16 15:45:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV BU
09SOFIA2BULGARIA OUT IN THE COLD: DAY TWO OF GAS CUT-OFF
[...] (C) Summary: Bulgaria endured a second day without gas January 7. Thousands of homes and many schools report significantly reduced - or no - heating, although the country did not experience any major power interruptions. Several large industrial firms are shutting down and laying off emplo [...]
2009-01-07 11:45:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALENRG ECON PREL PGOV
09SOFIA205BULGARIANS TOUT A SUCCESSFUL ENERGY SUMMIT
[...] (C) Summary: Overcoming intense Russian pressure and European skepticism, the April 24-25 Sofia Energy Summit focused on the key principles and policies of energy security rather than on individual projects. The event's deliverable, a declaration endorsed by the 30 participating delegations, [...]
2009-04-30 14:56:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALENRG ECON PREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA214BULGARIA: REVISED 2008 INL END USE REPORT
[...] The following is Embassy Sofia's revised 2008 End Use Monitoring Report, keyed to items listed in Reftel B. A. Inventory Management End Use Monitoring Report Coordinator: Joslyn Mack-Wilson, Political Officer, 359 2 937 5276, mack-wilsonjg@tstate.gov. B. Inventory System: Post mainta [...]
2009-05-11 09:36:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN KCRM KJUS BU
09SOFIA225TWO YEARS IN, BULGARIA STRUGGLES TO FIND VOICE IN
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Two years after accession, Bulgaria still struggles to find its voice within the EU. Preoccupied with domestic political in-fighting, shamed by the withholding of EU funds, and sensitive to its status as a "quasi member state" subject to a rule-of-law-related special monitoring [...]
2009-05-14 14:48:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA226NUTS AND BOLTS OF BULGARIA'S JUNE EUROPEAN ELECTIONS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: For the second time since EU accession, Bulgarians go to the polls June 7 to elect 17 members of the European Parliament (MEPs). Generating little public interest on their own, the MEP elections are viewed more as dress rehearsal for national parliamentary elections on July 5. [...]
2009-05-14 14:51:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA252BULGARIA: THE CASE FOR A PERMANENT DEA OFFICE
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: A permanent DEA presence in Sofia makes strategic, policy and budgetary sense. Heroin from Afghanistan transits Bulgaria and other Balkan/Black Sea countries and poses a major policy and law enforcement concern to the United States and our European partners. Heroin traffickin [...]
2009-05-26 09:43:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL KCOR KCRCM BU
09SOFIA259SCENESETTER FOR CONGRESSMAN POE'S MAY 30-JUNE 1 VISIT
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Representative Poe, Embassy Sofia warmly welcomes you and looks forward to a very successful May 30 - June 1 visit. Your visit comes at an important time - just one week before European Parliamentary Elections and five weeks before Bulgaria's national elections. The current S [...]
2009-05-28 12:11:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL KCOR KCRCM BU
09SOFIA263BULGARIA SUPPORTS KOSOVO INCLUSION IN REGIONAL
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-01 14:17:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MD KV BU
09SOFIA266MI-17 HELOS AVAILABLE BUT MOST REQUIRE
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The Bulgarian Armed Forces currently possess 12 MI-17 helicopters, only three of which are in flying condition. The remaining nine require approximately USD 10 million (per airframe) of repair and upgrades to be fully mission capable. Since early 2008, Bulgaria has been in d [...]
2009-06-03 14:00:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPARM PREL MARR SMIG PK BU
09SOFIA27 BULGARIA: 2009 INVESTMENT CLIMATE STATEMENT
[...] The following is the 2009 Investment Climate Statement for Bulgaria: A. OPENNESS TO FOREIGN INVESTMENT Bulgaria has put in place a liberal foreign investment regime, including low, flat corporate and income taxes and competitive incentives to attract high levels of foreign investment. Prom [...]
2009-01-20 15:14:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDEINV EFIN ELAB ETRD KTDB OPIC USTR BU
09SOFIA271BULGARIA'S LOOMING DEMOGRAPHIC SQUEEZE
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Bulgaria is shrinking. Low birth rates, short life expectancy and persistent net outward migration have produced negative population growth, which, if not stemmed, will cause Bulgaria's current 7.2 million population to decline by nearly one-third by the year 2060. The Gove [...]
2009-06-05 13:27:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV PHUM KPAO AINT BU
09SOFIA286BULGARIA: REACHING OUT TO THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY
[...] (SBU) Summary: Ambassador McEldowney highlighted President Obama's Cairo speech in a meeting with Bulgaria's chief Mufti, stressing our determination to establish a new way forward for U.S. relations with the Muslim world. The Ambassador raised ideas for promoting religious tolerance and voi [...]
2009-06-11 14:44:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDBU KIRF KISL PGOV PHUM
09SOFIA292BULGARIAN ECONOMY WORSENS; IMF PROGRAM
[...] (C) Summary: With spending up, revenues down, and the economy officially in recession, the Bulgarian Government's handling of its finances is increasingly in question. Running on its up-to-now steady handling of economic issues in the midst of global financial turmoil, the Socialist-led coal [...]
2009-06-12 12:44:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALECON PREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA305BULGARIA'S JULY 5 GENERAL ELECTIONS: NUTS AND BOLTS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Bulgarians go to the polls July 5 to elect 240 members of the unicameral parliament for a four-year office term. This year the MPs are elected through a newly-introduced "mixed" electoral system, in which 31 MPs are elected from districts on an individual, first-past-the-post b [...]
2009-06-19 08:45:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV BU
09SOFIA341BULGARIAN ELECTIONS: GERB LEADS IN LAST LAP, BUT
[...] (C) SUMMARY: In the homestretch of a cynical and uninspiring campaign for July 5 parliamentary elections, Bulgaria's parties are targeting the 25 percent undecided vote that holds the balance of power. Voter distrust and disgust are sky high, but turnout may yet reach traditional 50-60 perc [...]
2009-07-02 09:22:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV BU
09SOFIA342BULGARIA: VOTE FRAUD 2009
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Corruption in Bulgaria is deep-seated, but post-transition elections have generally been free and fair. The last two cycles have produced more extensive electoral fraud. This year, it is more widespread and sophisticated, reaching levels in which vote buyers can fine-tune re [...]
2009-07-02 10:01:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV BU
09SOFIA36BULGARIAN VIEWS ON JAN 26-27 GAERC ISSUES
[...] (C) SUMMARY. In response to reftel points, MFA Director for EU Common Foreign and Security Policy Sergey Tassev noted that the upcoming GAERC would focus on the Gaza conflict and energy security issues; Western Balkans and Afghanistan would not be discussed at all. Bulgaria supports EU po [...]
2009-01-23 15:17:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MARR BU
09SOFIA369 ELECTED OFFICIALS SENTENCED IN LANDMARK HUMAN TRAFFICKING
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: The Varna District Court sentenced two municipal counselors on June 11 to one and three years respectively for leading and participating in an organized crime group involved in drug trafficking, extortion, and human trafficking. The government froze their property and anticipat [...]
2009-07-08 11:53:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM KCRM KWMN SMIG KFRD ASEC PREF ELAB
09SOFIA397BULGARIA: MFA DESCRIBES "NEGATIVE" RUSSIAN
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-17 10:58:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV RS BU
09SOFIA404BULGARIA: OUTGOING PM GAMING FOR FIGHT
[...] (C) Summary. On the last day of his four-year administration, outgoing PM Stanishev expressed deep bitterness over his electoral defeat, asserting that he was brought down by dirty politics, as well as his own coalition partners and opponents within his own party. Meeting with the Ambassad [...]
2009-07-24 12:17:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA416 BULGARIA: NEW PM DOWNBEAT ON ECONOMY
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-30 14:51:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALBU ECON PGOV PREL
09SOFIA43BULGARIA: PRESIDENT PARVANOV BACKS SOUTH STREAM
[...] (C) Summary: President Parvanov sharply jabbed the government in his annual security address for its lack of a new strategic policy, failure to develop an energy policy, and lack of a clear defense reform package. Parvanov strongly supported both South Stream and Nabucco and called for imm [...]
2009-01-28 08:08:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL
09SOFIA449BULGARIA: NEW SPEAKER OF PARLIAMENT SETS
[...] (C) Summary: In an introductory call with interim Charge, new Speaker of Parliament Tsetska Tsacheva presented an ambitious agenda focused on strengthening rule of law and improving the economic climate. In its first several months in office, Tsacheva's center-right parliamentary minority [...]
2009-08-14 12:58:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA450BULGARIA: PM FOCUSED RULE OF LAW; U.S. PARTNERSHIP
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Prime Minister Borissov stressed the importance of U.S. support on rule of law reform in his first meeting with new Charge d,Affaires Ordway, and urged Washington to send top-level law enforcement officials to Bulgaria to help advance his reform agenda. Buoyed by very positive [...]
2009-08-14 14:49:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA46BULGARIA: INTENSIFIED COUNTER-WMD COOPERATION
[...] (SBU) Summary. Astride traditional smuggling routes linking the Western Balkans, Black Sea, Turkey and Russia, Bulgaria occupies a strategic position on Europe's frontier. The ratification of three major agreements in 2008 (the WMD Agreement, the Second Line of Defense Agreement and the Nu [...]
2009-01-30 12:09:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA469BULGARIA SUPPORTS U.S. APPROACH AT IAEA GENERAL
[...] (C) On 18 August, EmbOffs delivered reftel demarche to Elizabeth Konstantinova and Mariya Dellevska of the Security Policy Directorate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Konstantinova said Bulgaria supports the U.S. position and believes a new IAEA consensus resolution on the Middle Eas [...]
2009-08-20 11:40:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALAORC PARM PREL IAEA KNNP IS EG BU
09SOFIA476BULGARIA SUPPORTS FASTER APPROVAL PROCESS FOR
[...] (SBU) Embassy officials delivered reftel biotech points to new Bulgarian Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Miroslav Naydenov who is fully up to speed on the issue and will attend the September 7 EU Agriculture Ministers Council meeting. Naydenov told us August 21 that Bulgaria will join [...]
2009-08-24 09:14:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON ETRD EUN TBIO BU
09SOFIA479BULGARIA: INVESTMENT DISPUTES TEST NEW GOVERNMENT
[...] (C) Summary: Several high profile, U.S.-related investment disputes are testing the new government's resolve to turn Bulgaria into a more transparent investment destination. The successful resolution of these cases, many left over from the previous government, will go far in demonstrating [...]
2009-08-25 08:13:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALECON PGOV ENRG BU
09SOFIA499BULGARIA: THE FUTURE IS NOW
[...] (C) SUMMARY: A month in office, PM Borissov and his team are showing the political will and determination needed to attack endemic corruption, restore public confidence, and conduct a U.S.-friendly foreign and security policy. Not one to let either a good crisis or a good scandal go to waste, [...]
2009-09-03 13:19:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ENRG ECON BU
09SOFIA506U.S. FORCE REDUCTIONS IN EUROPE: VIEW FROM BULGARIA
[...] (C/NF) SUMMARY. Bulgaria would see a major reduction in U.S. forces in Europe as a sign of U.S. disengagement from European security during a period of growing concern over stability in the Western Balkans, Caucasus and Black Sea region. Partnership with the United States has been the bedr [...]
2009-09-10 16:18:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNPREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA538BULGARIA: PM BORISSOV SEEKING WHITE HOUSE
[...] (S) SUMMARY: A letter from Prime Minister Boyko Borissov to President Obama dated September 24, 2009, was hand-delivered to the Embassy the same day with an urgent request to transmit it to the White House. In the letter, the PM asks for advice on strategic decisions in the energy sector to [...]
2009-09-24 14:57:00Embassy SofiaSECRETENRG IAEA PREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA577BULGARIA: DEFENSE MINISTER ASKS FOR STRUCTURED
[...] (C) Summary: The Bulgarian government has expressed strong public support for the new U.S. direction on European-based missile defense. Privately, Defense Minister Mladenov requested that the United States and Bulgaria begin "structured talks" on Bulgaria's future role in the regional missile [...]
2009-10-09 15:20:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MARR BU
09SOFIA59BULGARIAN LEADERSHIP SHRUGS OFF CALLS FOR IMF
[...] (C) Summary: The ruling Socialists and the Bulgarian National Bank continue to brush aside suggestions that Bulgaria pursue a precautionary agreement with the IMF to protect the currency board and prevent a devaluation of the lev. They argue that the long-standing policy of fiscal conservat [...]
2009-02-10 11:19:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALECON PGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA612BULGARIA: MIXED RESULTS FOR KHAN ASPARUH BLUE
[...] (SBU) Per reftel instructions, on October 12, Post visited foreign intermediate consignee, Khan Asparuh, in connection with subject case. After performing due diligence, post confirmed derogatory information regarding Khan Asparuh within the Bulgarian Ministry of Energy. Khan Asparuh denied [...]
2009-10-29 15:31:00Embassy SofiaSECRETETTC KOMC GT BU
09SOFIA651SCENESETTER FOR BULGARIAN FOREIGN MINISTER'S VISIT
[...] (C) Summary: Foreign Minister Rumiana Zheleva seeks to put a new face on Bulgaria when she visits Washington November 23. Conducting the most high-profile U.S. visit of PM Borissov's government so far, Zheleva will be single-minded about convincing you that the government she represents is [...]
2009-11-16 16:34:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ENRG BU
09SOFIA66BULGARIA: 2008 INL END USE REPORT
[...] PC model Pentium II (2) with 17-inch HP monitor (1) and 17-inch Sony monitor model HMD-A220 (1) 2. HP Copier/scanner/fax/printer (1) Computer Equipment at the NFI ----------------------------- The equipment was donated to the Institute in 2000 and is in use beyond is anticipated usef [...]
2009-02-13 14:17:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN KCRM KJUS BU
09SOFIA666BULGARIA: NEW GOVERNMENT RESPONDS TO THE ECONOMIC CRISIS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Amid a deepening recession, the new government's focus is on promoting recovery, maintaining fiscal discipline, and avoiding an IMF package. Its short-term "Anti-Crisis" plan includes an ambitious set of 82 measures which range from the vague to the concrete, many still requirin [...]
2009-11-24 13:17:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON PGOV BU
09SOFIA683BULGARIA: 2009-2010 INCSR, PART I
[...] Per reftel instructions, Post submits the following text for the 2009-2010 INCSR, Part 1. BEGIN TEXT Bulgaria I. Summary Bulgaria is a transit country for heroin and cocaine, as well as a producer of illicit narcotics. Astride Balkan transit routes, Bulgaria is vulnerable to illeg [...]
2009-12-02 15:53:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV SNAR BU
09SOFIA690BULGARIA RESPONDS POSITIVELY ON GUANTANAMO
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Tsvetan Tsvetanov told Special Envoy Dan Fried on December 3, 2009 that the Government of Bulgaria would likely accept one or two Guantanamo detainees, though he did not make an absolute commitment. Fried passed the files of nine d [...]
2009-12-07 15:43:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA691BULGARIA RESPONDS POSITIVELY ON GUANTANAMO
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Tsvetan Tsvetanov told Special Envoy Dan Fried on December 3, 2009 that the Government of Bulgaria would likely accept one or two Guantanamo detainees, though he did not make an absolute commitment. Fried passed the files of nine d [...]
2009-12-07 15:43:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BU
09SOFIA697REQUEST FOR BULGARIA TO BE ADDED TO THE GLOBAL
[...] (SBU) Summary: Embassy Sofia urges the inclusion of Bulgaria to the invitation list for the Global Nuclear Security Summit in Washington planned for April 2010. Bulgaria is an active nuclear power producer and a leading nonproliferation partner in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, a strategicall [...]
2009-12-09 15:21:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM KNNP BT
09SOFIA698BULGARIA TARGETS EUROZONE ENTRY
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Having succeeded in unfreezing millions in EU funds, passing a balanced budget, and seeing signs of green shoots in the economy, Bulgaria's new government is now revving up for a renewed push to secure ERM-II membership in 2010. According to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance [...]
2009-12-11 05:20:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALECON PGOV PREL BU
09SOFIA70BULGARIA: MINISTER OF ENERGY ON POST-GAS CRISIS
[...] (C) Summary: Minister of Economy and Energy Petar Dimitrov used a February 13 meeting with the Ambassador to lay out Bulgaria's post-gas crisis energy strategy. Heavy on diversification projects, the as-yet unwritten plan seeks to distance Bulgaria from Russian energy sources. In the two- [...]
2009-02-18 08:11:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALENRG ECON PREL PGOV
09SOFIA703DAS QUANRUD'S DECEMBER 11 VISIT TO SOFIA
[...] (C) SUMMARY: In December 11 meetings with DAS Quanrud, Bulgarian Defense Minister Mladenov described his plans for new deployments to Afghanistan and asked for U.S. support to establish a NATO training hub, possibly for OMLTs, at our joint military facilities in Bulgaria. Noting Bulgaria's [...]
2009-12-15 09:37:00Embassy SofiaCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ENRG ECON BU
09SOFIA712BULGARIA: LEAN 2010 BUDGET AIMED AT ERM-II/ EUROZONE ENTRY
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: After successfully stabilizing a ballooning deficit in 2009, the Bulgarian government proposed a conservative 2010 budget in hopes of bolstering its credentials for ERM-II and eurozone membership. Approved by the Parliament on December 4, the government's final 2010 budget expec [...]
2009-12-21 12:07:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON PGOV BU
09SOFIA88BULGARIA: 2008 ANTI-TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (TIP) REPORT
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Bulgaria is primarily a point of origin and transit, and to a lesser degree destination for human trafficking. The government's leading anti-trafficking agency - the National Commission for Combating Trafficking in Persons (the Commission) - stepped up its prevention campaigns a [...]
2009-02-27 10:54:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM KCRM KWMN SMIG KFRD ASEC PREF ELAB BU
09SOFIA93EMBASSY SCIENCE FELLOWS PROGRAM 2009 (BULGARIA)
[...] (U) Summary: Ambassador strongly endorses post request for an Embassy Science Fellow (ESF) from the Smithsonian Institute to assist the American Research Center in Sofia (ARCS) in conservation and preservation of archaeological sites in Bulgaria. This position would address a pressing need i [...]
2009-03-05 14:19:00Embassy SofiaUNCLASSIFIEDENRG KSCA TSPL SENV AMGT OTRA APER BU
09STATE100098BLUE LANTERN: VERIFYING BONA FIDES OF REGISTERED
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 3-4. 2. U.S. embassies have frequently inquired about the legitimacy of arms export transactions involving U.S. contractors and host-country partners in support of U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, or other U.S. government programs. The Depar [...]
2009-09-25 16:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC UK
09STATE100145UNAMA: GUIDANCE FOR SEPTEMBER 29 SECURITY COUNCIL
[...] (U) This is an action request. USUN is instructed to draw from the points in paragraph 3 below during consultations following the quarterly UN Security Council briefing on the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) scheduled for September 29, 2009. 2. (U) Objectives: -- Acknowledg [...]
2009-09-25 18:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL UNSC AF
09STATE100237DAY 2: U.S.-SOUTH AFRICA NONPROLIFERATION AND
[...] (SBU) Day 2 discussions of the U.S.-South African Nonproliferation and Disarmament Dialogue focused on technical level nuclear security issues. DOE/NNSA, NRC, and State gave a series of presentations on areas of cooperation. The United States invited the SAG to visit U.S. nuclear facilities [...]
2009-09-25 20:09:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAF KNNP MNUC NP PARM ENRG SF
09STATE100252DAY 3: U.S.-SOUTH AFRICA NONPROLIFERATION AND
[...] (SBU) On Day 3 of the U.S.-South Africa Nonproliferation and Disarmament Dialogue, participants shared views and plans for upcoming international events, and discussed next steps. Einhorn provided an overview of the latest U.S. plans for the upcoming UN Security Council Summit on Disarmament a [...]
2009-09-25 20:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAF KNNP MNUC NP PARM ENRG SF
09STATE100853BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050140260 and 050146711 for the export of firearms to Mexico. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-09-28 17:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MX
09STATE101024JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR ATA COURSE
[...] (SBU) In response to reftel Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of infor [...]
2009-09-28 22:40:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM JO
09STATE101025JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR ATA COURSE
[...] (SBU) In response to reftel Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of infor [...]
2009-09-28 22:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM JO
09STATE101150MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR):
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Maritime Shipping Trends Of Controlled Materials 2008-2009" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) [...]
2009-09-29 13:28:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE101639BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050188541 for the export of bullet tips to Russia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern c [...]
2009-09-30 13:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC RS
09STATE101846JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR JORDANIAN
[...] (SBU) In response to reftel Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of infor [...]
2009-09-30 19:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM JO
09STATE101892UPDATE CONCERNING CONVERSION OF SPACE LAUNCH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Update Concerning Conversion of Space Launch Vehicles to Ballistic Missiles" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Contro [...]
2009-09-30 19:38:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE101971FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export involving Bel Trading and Consulting in Seychelles of rifles and grenade launchers to Georgia. This request was sent over 60 days ago. We request an update from post regarding th [...]
2009-09-30 20:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SE
09STATE101981MEETING WITH SWISS HEAD OF EXPORT CONTROL POLICY AND SANCTIONS ERWIN BOLLINGER ON COLENCO
[...] No summary [...]
2009-09-30 21:23:00Secretary of StateSECRETIR MNUC PARM
09STATE101995BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050191885 for the export of pistols to Burkina Faso. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-09-30 22:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC UV
09STATE102524BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 1: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on authorization request GC1964-09 for the retransfer of rifles from the Israeli Police to U.S. company [...]
2009-10-01 21:16:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC IS
09STATE102532BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-SHIPMENT/POST-LICENSE
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-shipment/post-license check on license 050190294 for the export of ballistic plates to Mexico. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-10-01 21:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MX
09STATE10260BLUE LANTERN: DISCUSSIONS WITH CENTCOM AND
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Compliance Specialists from the Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) met October 21-22 in Cairo with USG officials to discuss the Blue Lantern end-use monitoring program and related defense trade and compliance issues. Topics included third-party t [...]
2009-02-04 19:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEG ETTC KOMC OTRA PARM PREL
09STATE102684BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4 and 5. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050190991 and 050192065 for the export of night vision devices and rifles to Togo. Po [...]
2009-10-02 13:17:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC IS TO
09STATE102919IRANIAN SHIPPING IN A POST-UNSCR 1803 ENVIRONMENT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Iranian Shipping in a Post-UNSCR 1803 Environment" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point o [...]
2009-10-02 18:11:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE102956(S/NF) KUDOS FOR REPORTING ON IRANIAN INFLUENCE
[...] (S/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS WELCOMED EMBASSY SANAA'S DETAILED REPORT ON IRANIAN INVOLVEMENT WITH THE HUTHI. WE WERE PARTICULARLY PLEASED WITH THE COMPREHENSIVENESS OF THE REPORTING, ASSESSMENTS OF IRANIAN STRATEGIC INTERESTS IN YEMEN, AND IMPACT OF FIGHTING ON BILATERAL RELATIONS BETWEEN YEM [...]
2009-10-02 18:42:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR ECON PGOV PREL IR YM
09STATE103101BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050132093 AND 050192341 for the export of rifles and components to Australia. Post is requested to [...]
2009-10-02 20:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AS
09STATE103130SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR NUCLEAR
[...] (SBU) Summary. Ambassador Susan Burk, Special Representative of the President for Nuclear Nonproliferation, met with key interlocutors on preparations for the 2010 Review Conference (RevCon) of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) in Japan from August 25-30 on the mar [...]
2009-10-02 21:37:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALAORC CDG CH ENRG FR KNNP MNUC PARM PGOV PREL RS UK
09STATE103665SUDAN ELECTIONS: UNSC DRAFT PRESS STATEMENT
[...] Action Request: Department requests that USUN seek a UN Security Council Press Statement regarding preparations for elections in Sudan at the earliest opportunity. USUN should refer any substantive changes to the draft press statement in paragraph two to the Department prior to adoption. [...]
2009-10-05 23:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL PHUM SU XA XW
09STATE103755MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): NORTH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "North Korea,s Missile Program" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contact (POC) for [...]
2009-10-06 13:14:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE103767MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR) -- U.S.
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) BACKGROUND/ACTION REQUEST: Request Embassy Paris provide the four separate interagency-cleared proposals in paragraphs 3-6 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contact (POC) for distribution [...]
2009-10-06 13:27:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE ETTC KSCA PARM PREL FR
09STATE10394(S) INFORMING SUDAN OF U.S. CONCERNS REGARDING
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Khartoum, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background/Purpose/Objective: The United States has information that in 2008, Sudan was negotiating a weapons deal with the North Korean government that included purchasing North Korean medium-range ballisti [...]
2009-02-04 21:39:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL KN SU
09STATE103983SUDAN ELECTIONS: DRAFT UNSC PRESIDENTIAL STATEMENT
[...] Action Request: Department requests that USUN seek a UN Security Council Presidential Statement (PRST) regarding preparations for elections in Sudan at the earliest opportunity. USUN should refer any substantive changes to the draft PRST in paragraph two to the Department prior to adoption. [...]
2009-10-06 15:27:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL PHUM SU XA XW
09STATE104136LEAHY VETTING FOR LEED 33 COURSE IN BOTSWANA
[...] (SBU) The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds as of October 6, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the individuals listed below: Name: BALA ADALBERT Bonavanture Title: Superintendent of Police DOB: Auigust 14, 1970 POB: B [...]
2009-10-06 19:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS PHUM CM
09STATE104215A SPY WORLD SUCCESS STORY
[...] SUMMARY: That's how Washington Post columnist David Ignatius described INR. Ignatius wrote that INR owes its success to "a culture that supports dissent -- and demands expertise...When that kind of intolerance for mediocrity is shared throughout the intelligence community, we'll know that [...]
2009-10-06 21:24:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAPER AMGT PINR
09STATE104467MALAYSIAN-BASED FRONT COMPANY FOR IRANIAN
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Seoul please see para 3. 2. (S) Background and objective: The United States has information that in June 2009, the Malaysia-based procurement entity Skylife Worldwide Sdn Bhd expressed interest in purchasing U.S.-origin measuring equipment from th [...]
2009-10-07 15:49:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL MTCRE MNUC KS MY IR
09STATE104723BRAZIL'S UNGA PRIORITIES: A/S BRIMMER'S SEPTEMBER
[...] SUMMARY. IO Assistant Secretary Esther Brimmer met with Brazilian Director-General for International Organizations Carlos Duarte on September 24 to discuss a wide range of multilateral issues, including peacekeeping, human rights, the Alliance of Civilizations, Brazil's non-permanent seat on t [...]
2009-10-07 21:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYUNGA PREL
09STATE104728BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4 and 5. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on brokering authorization BAL 118-09 for the brokering of rifles for end-use in Guatemala. Post [...]
2009-10-07 21:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC KOMC GT BU
09STATE104740VOTING INSTRUCTION: ISAF RENEWAL RESOLUTION
[...] (U) This is an action request: The Department instructs USUN to vote in favor of the UN Security Council resolution in paragraph 2 regarding the International Assistance Force in Afghanistan on October 8, 2009. USUN is authorized to provide U.S. co-sponsorship of the resolution. Post should [...]
2009-10-07 23:31:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL NATO AF
09STATE105357VOTING INSTRUCTIONS - UN CONVENTION AGAINST
[...] No summary [...]
2009-10-09 00:54:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPHUM PREL
09STATE106423URGENT DEMARCHE REQUEST ON THE GOLDSTONE REPORT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. Please see paragraph three. 2. (SBU) Summary. South African Jurist Richard Goldstone submitted his report on conflict in Gaza to the Human Rights Council (HRC) on September 15. After negotiating with the United States to reshape an initial, one-sided Pales [...]
2009-10-14 05:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PHUM PTER IS KPAL
09STATE106740IRANIAN-CONTROLLED, MALAYSIAN-BASED PROCUREMENT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background/Objective: The United States has information indicating that in mid-August 2009, Malaysia's Electronics Component Limited (ECL) ordered $270,000 worth of AC/DC converter modules from the German firm S [...]
2009-10-14 19:15:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GM IR MY
09STATE107044ACTION REQUEST: SUPPORT FOR MONTENEGRO'S AND
[...] (U) This is an action request cable. Please see paragraphs 4-5. 2. (SBU) BACKGROUND: In previous Southeastern Europe Defense Ministerial (SEDM) membership discussions, the U.S. objected to Serbian membership in SEDM without a firm commitment by the Government of Serbia to not/not block its [...]
2009-10-15 14:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR PREL GR RO TU SR UP SI MW IT BU HR
09STATE108151UK DECISION TO BAN THE PROVISION OF INSURANCE TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. ------------------ SUMMARY/BACKGROUND ------------------ 2. (SBU) On October 12, the United Kingdom banned British companies from trading with the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) and Iranian Bank Mellat. This ban w [...]
2009-10-19 19:49:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ETTC KNNP XF ZP ZR IR UK XG XT
09STATE108174NOT ANOTHER HOLIDAY POUCH ALDAC ALREADY
[...] Summary. It's that time of year again for your A/LM/PMP/DPM diplomatic pouch team to send their annual holiday ALDAC. So, what better way to continue this tradition by starting off with a joke? Knock knock Who's there? Holly Holly who? Holly-days are here again!!! Now that the stage has [...]
2009-10-19 20:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDATRN AMGT APER KSEP
09STATE10843EMBASSY SCIENCE FELLOWS PROGRAM 2009
[...] (U) THIS IS AN ACTION MESSAGE WITH A DEADLINE OF MARCH 6, 2009. SEE PARAGRAPHS 16-19 FOR INSTRUCTIONS. AGENCY DESCRIPTIONS ARE AT PARAGRAPHS 20-30. SUMMARY: -------- 2. (U) OVERVIEW: THE EMBASSY SCIENCE FELLOWS PROGRAM (ESFP) OFFERS POSTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO REQUEST AND HOST A SCIENTIST [...]
2009-02-05 23:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYSENV TSPL TBIO EAGR ENRG ECON AMGT APER
09STATE108557USUN MISSION CLEARANCE
[...] (U) Mission Clearance is requested for U.S. participants to travel to New York to attend the UNGA 2nd Committee Session, Oct 25-Nov 30, 2009. 2. (U) Participants traveling to New York are: Daniel Balzer International Relations Officer Security Clearance: Top Secret [...]
2009-10-20 21:19:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE108978ADDITIONAL INFO ON IAEA PLANS TO FUEL TEHRAN
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (C) BACKGROUND: During an October 7 briefing with MOFA Officials on the outcome of the 1 October P5 1 meeting in Geneva with Iran (reftels),MOFA Iran Desk Chief Junichi Sumi asked whether the United States could provide additional [...]
2009-10-21 19:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALIR JA KNNP MNUC PARM
09STATE109024OSCE: RESPONSE TO LITHUANIAN FM USACKAS
[...] (U) Post is authorized to deliver the following statement at the October 22, 2009, Permanent Council meeting in Vienna: Begin text: Thank you, Madam Chair. We warmly welcome you to the Permanent Council, Mr. Minister. As Chairman of the Council of the Baltic Sea States, you have see [...]
2009-10-22 00:16:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PREL PGOV LI
09STATE109559NEXT ROUND OF U.S.-RUSSIA JOINT THREAT ASSESSMENT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Mission Geneva, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: As noted in reftel, on July 29, 2009, Acting Assistant Secretary Vann H. Van Diepen led an interagency delegation to Moscow for the first round of Joint Threat Assessment (JTA) meetings with Russian [...]
2009-10-23 11:00:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC IR KN MTCRE PARM RS TSPA
09STATE10966BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050076491 for the export of rifles and ammunition to Germany. Post is requested to complete th [...]
2009-02-06 14:07:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDGM KOMC ETTC
09STATE110149FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of firearms to Panama. This request was sent over 45 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to subject case, [...]
2009-10-26 13:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PM
09STATE110306BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-SHIPMENT/POST-LICENSE
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-shipment/post-license check on license 050193600 for the export of pistols to Costa Rica. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-10-26 18:28:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CS
09STATE110330FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of firearms to Panama. This request was sent over 45 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to subject case, [...]
2009-10-26 19:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PM
09STATE110404BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK ON LICENSE 050193786
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050193786 for the export of firearms to Nicaragua. Post is requested to complete this Blue L [...]
2009-10-26 20:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC NU
09STATE11049THANK YOU FROM SPECIAL ENVOY MITCHELL
[...] (U) The following is a note from Special Envoy George Mitchell. Please distribute to Embassy staff as appropriate. (Begin Text) Dear Ambassador Beecroft, I want to thank you and your staff for the exceptional work in support of my recent visit to Amman. Acting on short notice and with [...]
2009-02-06 16:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOVIP AMGT JO
09STATE111008OSCE/FSC: RESPONSE TO RUSSIAN PROPOSAL TO
[...] (U) This is an action cable. 2. (SBU) Washington notes that immediately following the report of the Russian del's draft proposal (Ref A),the UK Chair of the FSC distributed a proposal for a MC Draft Decision on Issues Relevant to the Forum for Security Cooperation (MC.DD/8/09/Corr.1). W [...]
2009-10-28 00:21:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKCFE PARM PREL OSCE
09STATE111432BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050196866 for the export of ammunition to Barbados. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-10-28 20:37:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC BB
09STATE111457OSCE/PERMANENT COUNCIL: STATEMENT ON MURDER OF
[...] Post is authorized to make the following statement at the October 27 meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council: Begin text: Thank you, Madam Chair The United States was shocked and profoundly saddened by the brutal murder of Ingushetian opposition and member of a government human rights co [...]
2009-10-28 22:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PGOV PHUM PREL RU
09STATE111693MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): U.S.
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) Action request: The non-paper in paragraph 3 below provides a brief summary of Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)-related contacts between the U.S. and non-MTCR countries since the November 2008 Canberra MTCR Plenary. [...]
2009-10-29 15:42:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALBR ETTC FR KSCA MTCRE PARM PREL TSPA
09STATE111773COORDINATING WITH BIH ON BOSNIAN PROPOSAL FOR
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Sarajevo please see para 7; Embassy The Hague, USOSCE, USNATO, USEU Missions, see para 8. 2. (SBU) Summary: On October 2, 2009 the Bosnian Embassy in Washington, D.C. transmitted a note dated August 6, 2009 to the Secretary with a request by the [...]
2009-10-29 18:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL KNNP PARM OSCE ZL BK
09STATE11218GOVERNMENT OF CROATIA SUPPORT FOR REGIONAL
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (U) Summary and Action Request. Because the countries of Southeast Europe face similar threats posed by excess, unstable, loosely-secured or otherwise at-risk stockpiles of conventional weapons and munitions, and at the request of [...]
2009-02-06 20:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDHR CROATIA MARR PARM PREL
09STATE112291MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR):
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Emerging Technologies for MTCR Consideration" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contac [...]
2009-10-30 17:37:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR
09STATE112413LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE (BUCHAREST 690)
[...] (U) This cable responds to the action request in reftel requesting human rights vetting for the candidates nominated to attend CSAR/SERE training, 2-13 Nov 2009, Bucharest, Romania 2. (U) The Department of State has vetted the individual listed in reftel and possesses no credible derogator [...]
2009-10-30 19:44:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM PINR MASS MARR RO
09STATE11248SCHEDULED VISIT BY A MISSILE-RELATED DELEGATION
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Sanaa, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background, Purpose, and Objective: In April 2008, the United States shared information with the ROYG that in early March 2008, a Yemeni delegation was planning to travel to North Korea to meet with representat [...]
2009-02-06 21:14:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL KN YM
09STATE112828DEMARCHE REQUEST ON THE GOLDSTONE REPORT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. Please see paragraph three. 2. (SBU) Summary. On September 15, South African Justice Richard Goldstone released the report of his fact-finding Mission into alleged violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in the fighting between Hamas [...]
2009-11-02 17:27:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PHUM PTER IS KPAL
09STATE113525BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050197949 for the export of ammunition to Georgia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern c [...]
2009-11-03 20:39:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GG IS
09STATE113659CFE/HLTF: GUIDANCE FOR NOVEMBER 5 HLTF
[...] (C) The main issue for discussion at the November High Level Task Force (HLTF) meeting is how, in response to Russia's continued suspension of its implementation of its CFE obligations, the U.S. and NATO Allies can change the current dynamic of the situation to resolve CFE. As the Alliance app [...]
2009-11-04 02:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM PREL KCFE OSCE NATO
09STATE113696IRAN'S SOLID-FUELED BALLISTIC MISSILE PROGRAM SEEKING GERMAN EQUIPMENT VIA CHINESE ENTITIES (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-04 13:33:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA IR CH GM
09STATE113752(S) FOLLOWING-UP WITH TURKEY ON AK MAKINA'S
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Ankara, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background/Purpose/Objective: On several occasions in 2009, we have alerted Turkish authorities to sales of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools by the Turkish firm Ak Makina to entities affilia [...]
2009-11-04 14:30:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU
09STATE113757(S) ALERTING GERMANY TO IRANIAN PROCUREMENT OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background/Purpose/Objective: We want to alert German officials to an apparent effort by the Turkish firm Ak Makina to circumvent German export control laws. Ak Makina has previously worked to procure machine [...]
2009-11-04 14:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU GM
09STATE113762(S) ALERTING CZECH REPUBLIC TO IRANIAN PROCUREMENT OF MACHINE TOOLS VIA TURKISH INTERMEDIARY
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-04 14:51:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU CZ
09STATE113907BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050197112 for the export of ammunition to Colombia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-11-04 19:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CO
09STATE114776BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050177781 for the export of firearms to Belize. Post is requested to complete this Blue L [...]
2009-11-06 15:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC BH
09STATE114986MERIDA INITIATIVE - CENTRAL AMERICA - ARRIVAL OF
[...] This cable announces the arrival of the Merida Initiative - Central America funded Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Regional Firearms Advisor (RFA),Supervisory Special Agent Mark Jones, in San Salvador, El Salvador. 2. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the Merida In [...]
2009-11-06 19:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPINS PBTS KCRM KHLS BH CS ES GT HO NU PM
09STATE115166MALAYSIA-BASED PROCUREMENT ENTITY CONTINUES TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) In July 2009, we shared with German officials information indicating that the Malaysian-based, Iranian- controlled entity, Skylife Worldwide Sdn Bhd, was working to acquire a model R5-4 rotary swaging machine fro [...]
2009-11-06 21:36:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE IR MY
09STATE115180BLUE LANTERN OUTREACH TO OMAN: DISCUSSIONS WITH
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Compliance Specialist Kyle Ballard from the Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) met October 20-22 in Muscat with USG officials, Government of Oman officials, and members of the Omani business community to discuss the Blue Lantern end-use monitoring [...]
2009-11-06 21:57:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC MU
09STATE115194SWISS FIRM PREVIOUSLY CONDUCTING BUSINESS WITH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Bern, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: On several occasions in 2008 and 2009, we discussed with Swiss officials efforts directed by the Iranian procurement entity FEDCO to procure crystal oscillators from the Swiss firm Quartzcom (Refs). [...]
2009-11-06 22:07:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA SZ SY
09STATE115240PROPOSED NORTH KOREAN ENTITIES AND INDIVIDUALS FOR EU DESIGNATION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-06 23:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ETTC EUN KN KNNP PARM UNSC
09STATE115821IRAQ,S LICENSING OF BANK MELLI BRANCHES
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph three. ------- SUMMARY ------- 2. (SBU) Recent press reports have noted that Iran is actively working to expand its banking relationships with its Middle Eastern neighbors. Iraq has been one focus for Iranian banks, and the Govern [...]
2009-11-10 14:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKNNP MNUC IR GM XF ZP ZR XG XT IZ
09STATE116023October 2009 Paris Club Meeting
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: During the October 2009 Paris Club "Tour d'Horizon," creditors expressed consternation over the $939 million payment made by Congo-Brazzaville to litigating creditors (a.k.a. vulture funds),which violated the GOC's commitment to seek terms from private creditors comparable to i [...]
2009-11-10 19:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON EAID XM XA XH XB SF FR
09STATE116271BUILDING BLOCKS FOR NOVEMBER 16 UNSC
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-11 00:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL UNSC IZ
09STATE116705FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of night vision and firearms to Togo. This request was sent over 40 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to [...]
2009-11-12 18:12:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TO
09STATE116771(U) AUTHORIZATION FOR AMBASSADOR ANNE DERSE TO
[...] (U) This is an action request; please see Paragraph 3. ---------- BACKGROUND ---------- 2. (SBU) Based on blanket C175 authority granted by then-Under Secretary for Political Affairs Thomas Pickering on November 22, 1997 to negotiate, conclude and amend agreements concerning cooperation t [...]
2009-11-12 19:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPTER PREL PARM MARR MNUC KNNP LH US
09STATE116866BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-SHIPMENT/POST-LICENSE
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-shipment/post-license check on license 050184481 for the export of grenade launchers and related cartridges to Guatemala. Pos [...]
2009-11-12 20:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE117698INSTRUCTIONS: JOIN CONSENSUS WITH AN EOP ON UNGA
[...] Department authorizes USDEL to join consensus on the resolution entitled "Right to Food" and deliver the EoP in paragraph 2. In the event that Cuba successfully amends OP12 of the REF text from the floor to read as follows: Urges States that have not yet done so to become consider becoming [...]
2009-11-13 23:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNGA PHUM PREL
09STATE117709WHALING: REQUEST FOR POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT
[...] (C/NF) This is an action request. See paragraph 3. Post is requested to discuss with State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Tetsuro Fukuyama the potential for reaching a political agreement regarding Japan's whaling practices. Background: 2. (C) Department of Commerce Principal Deputy Undersecretar [...]
2009-11-14 00:05:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNEFIS PREL SENV KSCA IWC JA
09STATE117929RESPONSE TO GERMANY'S REQUEST FOR GUIDANCE ON
[...] (U) THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST. PLEASE SEE PARA 4. 2. (C) On October 28, Germany's MFA Export Control Division provided Embassy Berlin with a non-paper requesting U.S. guidance by November 17 on a pending German export of extruded aluminum plates to India that may be similar to an export [...]
2009-11-16 14:51:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE IN
09STATE118141BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption for the export of thermal imaging systems to Canada. Emb [...]
2009-11-16 20:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE118567BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption for the export of satellite flight hardware to Canada. E [...]
2009-11-17 17:19:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE11875BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-09 22:12:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC PA
09STATE118799OPPOSING UNGA RESOLUTIONS WITH ANTI-ISRAEL BIAS
[...] (SBU) Posts are requested to approach the highest appropriate officials in host governments in pursuit of the following objectives: -- a reduction in the overall number of one-sided UN General Assembly resolutions on the Middle East; -- the defeat of three resolutions reaffirming the "Com [...]
2009-11-17 23:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL UNGA KPAL IS SY LE
09STATE118993CHINESE FIRM SUPPLYING MTCR-CONTROLLED GYROSCOPES
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background/Objective: The United States has information indicating that since at least 2008, the Chinese firm Xian Junyun Electronic and Mechanical Company Ltd (Xianco) has been supplying ballistic missile-capa [...]
2009-11-18 15:37:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA IR CH
09STATE119005DEMARCHE REQUEST ON HONDURAS ELECTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-18 15:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV KDEM HO JA
09STATE119079BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050196988 for the export of firearms and ammunition to Brazil. Post is request [...]
2009-11-18 17:17:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC BR
09STATE119085WALK-IN GUIDANCE FOR 2009: HANDLING
[...] (S/NF) This telegram replaces Ref A as the Department's comprehensive guidance on handling foreign national walk-ins, defectors, and asylum seekers - all of whom are generally referred to in this telegram as "walk-ins." This telegram was coordinated with interagency partners, including CIA, [...]
2009-11-18 17:29:00Secretary of StateSECRETASEC CVIS PINR PREF
09STATE119092BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4 and 5. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050200117 for the export of firearms to El Salvador. Post is requested to complete thi [...]
2009-11-18 17:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC ES UY
09STATE11910DEMARCHE ON LIABILITY AND REDRESS UNDER THE
[...] SUMMARY. On February 23-27 in Mexico City the Group of the Friends of the Co-Chairs Concerning Liability and Redress in the Context of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (the "Group") will meet to continue negotiations on the text of proposed rules on liability and redress for damage re [...]
2009-02-10 00:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR ECON ETRD TBIO KPAO
09STATE119107U.S. NON-PAPERS ON MISSILE DEFENSE AND
[...] This is an action request. See paragraph 2. 2. (SBU) ACTION REQUEST. Please provide the non-papers on missile defense and early warning cooperation at paragraph 3 and nonproliferation at paragraph 4 to Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov, in preparation for the December 7, 2009, meeting with [...]
2009-11-18 18:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR PARM PREL KTIA RS
09STATE119316SEEKING GOK APPROVAL TO BROADCAST FROM NEW IBB
[...] (S/NF) Summary and Action Request. In 2006, the International Broadcasting Board (IBB) began construction of a $5.2 million medium wave (MW) transmitter in Kuwait to broadcast Radio Farda in Iran. Currently, BBG broadcasts Radio Farda on only one MW frequency. Having a second MW frequency [...]
2009-11-18 23:42:00Secretary of StateSECRETBBG KPAO PREL KU IR
09STATE119325GUIDANCE FOR RESPONDING TO THE DPRK SANCTIONS
[...] USUN may draw from the talking points in paragraph 3 to respond to the 1718 (DPRK sanctions) Committee Panel of Experts Interim Report and Chairman's 90-day report on November 19 to the Security Council. ---------- BACKGROUND ---------- 2. Pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1718 (2006 [...]
2009-11-19 00:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDKN PARM PREL UNSC
09STATE11937(U) Secretary Clinton's February 5, 2009
[...] (S) SUMMARY: Secretary Clinton and French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner met on February 5 for 30 minutes in their first bilateral meeting. The warm and open exchange followed a one-on-one working lunch and preceded a 20-minute press conference. The two agreed to coordinate closely on a wid [...]
2009-02-10 03:28:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNOVIP CLINTON HILLARY PREL KPAL FR IR RS
09STATE119551BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050200227 and 050200228 for the export of rifles, magazines, and grenade launchers to the Philippine [...]
2009-11-19 16:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC RP
09STATE119552BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 1: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050073373 and 050120640 for the export of firearms to Egypt. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-11-19 16:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC EG
09STATE119710BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050200473 for the export of rifles and a suppressor to Paraguay. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-11-19 20:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PA
09STATE119806INSTRUCTION: JOIN CONSENSUS ON UNGA 3C RESOLUTION
[...] ACTION REQUEST A. If the text of OP4bis and OP5 of the final resolution remains as in REF, the Department authorizes USDEL to join consensus, provided that the entire resolution text does not change significantly from the wording contained in REF to negatively affect vital U.S. inter [...]
2009-11-20 00:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM SOCI UN UNGA AORC
09STATE120097ACTION REQUEST: RESPONSE TO INVITATION SENT TO
[...] (U) PLEASE DELIVER THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE FROM ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR EUROPEAN AND EURASIAN AFFAIRS PHILIP H. GORDON TO SWEDISH FOREIGN MINISTER CARL BILDT AND EU ENLARGEMENT COMMISSIONER OLLI REHN. THE DEPARTMENT DOES NOT PLAN TO RELEASE THE TEXT OF THE MESSAGE BUT HAS NO OBJECTION IF THE E [...]
2009-11-20 18:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYOPDC PREL SW ZL EUN
09STATE120098BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050200863 and GC-189609 for the export of revolvers to Nicaragua. Post is requested to complete th [...]
2009-11-20 18:54:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC NU
09STATE120099BLUE LANTERN OUTREACH TO CANADA: DISCUSSIONS WITH
[...] (SBU) Summary: Representatives from the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) met October 13-16 with Mission Canada staff in Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto, GOC officials, and local defense industry to discuss the Blue Lantern end-use moni [...]
2009-11-20 18:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC CA
09STATE120288U.S. POSTURE ON IRAN'S NUCLEAR PROGRAM AND NEXT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraphs 3-5. SUMMARY ------- 2. (C) Iran's continued reluctance to cooperate with international efforts to build confidence and transparency in its nuclear program will be of increasing concern to U.S. diplomacy in the weeks ahead. Of part [...]
2009-11-21 01:27:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL IR
09STATE120631ARF BEGINS PREPARATIONS FOR INTER-SESSIONAL YEAR, VISION
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: November 9-11, officials from ARF's 27 nations gathered in New Delhi to discuss the coming year's ARF cooperation agenda and to provide updates on ARF's efforts in transnational security and preventive diplomacy. Vietnam briefed its plans for the ARF Vision Statement implementa [...]
2009-11-23 19:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL ARF ASEAN NK BM AF PK KNNP KPIR PTER EAID VN
09STATE120755BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license GC-189609 for the re-export of revolvers to Guatemala. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lan [...]
2009-11-23 22:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE120913BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Posts' assistance in conducting a pre-license check on application 050201153 for the export of an International Traffic in Arms (ITAR)-controlled IFF Transpon [...]
2009-11-24 14:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AJ RO
09STATE121071BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050198861 for the export of firearms to Belgium. Post is requested to complete this Bl [...]
2009-11-24 17:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC BE
09STATE121314BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050201390 for the export of Helmets and Helmet Mounts to Peru. Post is requested to complete this Bl [...]
2009-11-24 22:24:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PE
09STATE121317BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050201438 for the export of pistols to Armenia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern chec [...]
2009-11-24 22:26:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AM
09STATE121336BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050201597 and 050201795 for the export of pistols to Jamaica. Post is requested to complete this Bl [...]
2009-11-24 23:37:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC JM
09STATE121625DEMARCHE REQUEST: EXTENSION OF UN ARRANGEMENTS
[...] (C) This is an action request. Drawing on points in paragraph 2, at the highest appropriate level, as soon as judged practical, Embassy is requested to discuss actions required by the Government of Iraq (GOI) to extend the UN arrangements for the Development Fund for Iraq (DFI). At the same [...]
2009-11-25 16:37:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN IZ PREL UN
09STATE12165JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR COESPU COURSES,
[...] (SBU) In response to referenced Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of i [...]
2009-02-10 18:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYJO MASS PHUM PREL
09STATE121856RESPONSE TO SPECIAL RAPPORTEURS SCHEININ, NOWAK,
[...] This is an action request: Mission Geneva is requested to transmit the response of the United States Government in paragraph 3 to the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism Scheinin, the Special Rapporteur on tor [...]
2009-11-25 23:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM UNCHR
09STATE12231IRANIAN MISSILE DELEGATION IN CHINA (S)
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background and Objectives: The United States has information indicating that a delegation of three officials affiliated with Iran's Shahid Bakeri Industrial Group was expected to travel on February 5 to Shangh [...]
2009-02-10 20:40:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA CH IR
09STATE122382BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption for the export of inertial navigation units to Canada. E [...]
2009-11-30 13:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE122385BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of displacement gyroscopes to Canada. Em [...]
2009-11-30 13:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE122387BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of inertial measurement units to Canada. [...]
2009-11-30 13:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE122389BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption for the export of Gyroscopic compasses to Canada. Embass [...]
2009-11-30 13:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE122391BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of accelerometers to Canada. Embassy is [...]
2009-11-30 13:16:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE122438BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050200840 for the export of pistols to Pakistan. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern che [...]
2009-11-30 14:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE122675LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE (CHISINAU 886)
[...] (U) This cable responds to the action request in reftel requesting human rights vetting for the candidates nominated to attend Prevention of and Fight against Cyber Crime Training to be held in Chisinau, Moldova in December 2009. 2. (U) The Department of State has vetted the individuals l [...]
2009-11-30 21:07:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PHUM MD
09STATE122923Second OAS Public Security Ministerial Spotlights Crime
[...] (U) This cable is sent from the U.S. Mission to the Organization of American States. 2. (SBU) Summary. Public Security Ministers, Justice Ministers, and Attorneys Generals met in Santo Domingo Nov. 4-5, 2009 for the OAS Second Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Public Security in the Ameri [...]
2009-12-01 16:07:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL XL XK XM XR OAS
09STATE122950IRAN'S SHIG USING INTERMEDIARIES IN EFFORT TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background and Objective: We want to advise German officials of information indicating that as of June 2009, two Iranian intermediary firms offered test equipment manufactured by the German firms Rohde & Schwarz [...]
2009-12-01 17:24:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE IR
09STATE123222THE PRESIDENT'S ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE WAY
[...] (SBU) Summary: The President will announce his decision on the way forward in Afghanistan and Pakistan in an address to the nation from the United States Military Academy at West Point on December 1 at 8:00 p.m. eastern standard time. This cable contains information which we hope will be us [...]
2009-12-02 01:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL AF PK
09STATE123431ATTEMPTS BY IRANIAN FIRM TO ACQUIRE MACHINE TOOLS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Brasilia, Please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: We want to alert the government of Brazil to a possible effort by the Iranian firm Machine Sazi Tabriz to acquire machine tools from a Brazilian company. Machine Sazi Tabriz is the largest manufa [...]
2009-12-02 15:53:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR BR
09STATE123634LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE: MANAGUA 1198
[...] (SBU) As of December 2, 2009, the Department of State possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights by the individual listed. Unit: SINAPRED Tijerino Acevedo, Ivan Antonio; DOB: 20 Apr 1950 Balmaceda Vivas, Clemente de Jesus; DOB: 20 Feb 1944 Perez Narvaez, Jose Luis; [...]
2009-12-02 20:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMASS MOPS PHUM PINR NU
09STATE123740NOVEMBER 2009 U.S.-AZERBAIJAN SECURITY DIALOGUE
[...] No summary [...]
2009-12-02 22:16:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN ENRG KCRM KISL MARR PBTS PINR PREL PTER AJ
09STATE123750BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050179008 AND 050202690 for the export of suppressors and fire control systems to Thailand. Post is [...]
2009-12-02 22:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE123909BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Posts' assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 05-1008904 for the export of International Traffic in Arms (ITAR)-controlled night vision devic [...]
2009-12-03 14:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MY SN
09STATE124058BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050021404 for the export of International Traffic in Arms (ITAR)-controlled night vision device [...]
2009-12-03 20:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AE
09STATE124113(S) IRAN SEEKING MACHINE TOOL ASSISTANCE FROM TAIWANS ROUNDTOP
[...] This is an action request. AIT Taipei, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: For many years, we have raised with Taiwan our concerns regarding exports by Roundtop Machinery Industries Company that posed potential proliferation concerns (Reftels). This case was discussed at both the February [...]
2009-12-03 21:27:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR
09STATE124128ATTEMPTS OF IRANIAN FIRM TO ACQUIRE MACHINE TOOLS FROM SOUTH KOREA'S HYUNDAI-KIA (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-12-03 21:33:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU KS
09STATE124358Secretary Clinton meets Indian Prime Minister
[...] Classified by SCA Assistant Secretary Robert O. Blake, Jr. Reason: 1.4 (b),(d) 2. November 24, 2009; 5:00 PM; Washington, DC 3. Participants: U.S. The Secretary Under Secretary Bill Burns Under Secretary Robert Hormats SCA Assistant Secretary Robert O. Blake, Jr. Ambassador Tim [...]
2009-12-04 14:52:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOVIP CLINTON HILLARY PREL ECON ENRG MASS
09STATE124509EFFORTS BY CHINESE COMPANY TO PROVIDE RING LASER
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that as recently as October 2009, China's Nav Technology was attempting to supply ring laser gyroscopes to a Pakistani firm with links to Pakistan's ba [...]
2009-12-04 17:55:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PREL ETTC CH PK
09STATE125419LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE ( BAKU 897)
[...] (U) This cable responds to the action request in reftel requesting human rights vetting for the candidates nominated to attend NCO training. 2. (U) The Department of State has vetted the individuals listed in reftel and possesses no credible derogatory information as of 12/04/2009. Post is [...]
2009-12-08 16:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PGOV PHUM AJ
09STATE125664BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050203752 for the export of firearms to Guatemala. Post is requested to complete this Blue L [...]
2009-12-08 21:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC GT
09STATE126143VOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. 2. (U) USUN is instructed to call for a vote and vote NO on the following draft resolution: International Trade and Development and to deliver the explanation of vote contained in paragraph three prior to the adoption of the resolution. 3. (U) Begin t [...]
2009-12-09 20:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDECON IO UNGA
09STATE126206U.S. RESPONSE TO EU DRAFT CODE OF CONDUCT FOR
[...] (SBU) THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST. See paragraph 3 below. 2. (U) BACKGROUND: On December 8, 2008, the European Union (EU) Foreign Ministers endorsed a draft proposal for a "Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities" (http://register.consilium.europa.eu/pdf/en/0 8/st17/st17175. en08.p [...]
2009-12-09 22:27:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALAS CA CDG EC ESA EUN FR GM IT JA KACT KS KTIA MCAP
09STATE126209US APPROACH TO 2010 NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION
[...] (U) SUMMARY: This is an action request (see para 11 below). As we reach the six- month mark before the start of the May 2010 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference (NPT RevCon),posts are requested to use all appropriate opportunities with host government officials and in publi [...]
2009-12-09 22:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKNNP PARM ENRG PREL IAEA NPT MNUC KTBT
09STATE126708GUIDANCE: DFI-IAMB CONSULTATIONS, DECEMBER 17
[...] (U) USUN should draw from the following building blocks (para 2) during December 17 UNSC consultations on the Development Fund for Iraq (DFI) and the International Advisory and Monitoring Board (IAMB). The U.S. Government objectives in supporting an extension of the DFI/IAMB and in making a S [...]
2009-12-11 00:31:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL UNSC IZ
09STATE127325BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on Technical Assistance Agreement TA113-04C for the export to Germany of technical data related to the [...]
2009-12-11 22:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC GM BM
09STATE127326BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050204694 for the export of firearms to Zambia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern chec [...]
2009-12-11 23:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC ZA
09STATE127339CAR: USUN TALKING POINTS FOR DECEMBER 15 UNSC
[...] This is an action request. USUN should draw from the statement in paragraph 2 for the UN Security Council consultations on the Central African Republic (CAR) on December 15. End action request. 2. Begin statement: Special Representative Zewde (Zow-day),thank you for your briefing to th [...]
2009-12-12 00:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCT PREL PGOV PHUM PINR
09STATE127892NATO CONTINGENCY PLANNING FOR OUR BALTIC ALLIES
[...] (U) This is an action cable. Please see paragraphs 2-3. 2. (S/NF) Summary and Action Request. The United States is developing a strategy for reaffirming both NATO and U.S. commitment to the core responsibility of the Alliance: collective defense. Examining NATO's approach to contingency plannin [...]
2009-12-15 09:10:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNNATO MARR MCAP PREL EN LG LH PL
09STATE128420FY 2010 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS BILL AND INITIAL DOS
[...] This is the third cable providing fiscal year (FY) 2010 Department of State financial operating guidance. This ALDAC specifically concerns the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 (H.R. 3288). 2. The Congress has passed, and the President is expected to sign into law, the Department of S [...]
2009-12-16 15:07:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDABUD AFIN AMGT KICA
09STATE128516BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4 - 5. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050205274 for the export of ammunition and explosives to Botswana. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-12-16 17:17:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC BC UK
09STATE128635UKRAINIAN FIRM ARSENAL CONTINUES TO NEGOTIATE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Kyiv please see para 5. 2. (S) Background: Since November 2007, we have discussed with Ukrainian officials a case involving the sale of high-accuracy gyrotheodolites by the Ukrainian firm Arsenal to entities associated with China's Sanjiang Space G [...]
2009-12-16 20:08:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL MTCRE MNUC UP CH
09STATE128747FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of firearms to Germany. This request was sent over 138 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to subject case, [...]
2009-12-16 22:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GM
09STATE129193(U) DEPUTY SECRETARY STEINBERG'S DECEMBER 14,
[...] Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Philip H. Gordon. For Reasons: 1.4 (b) and (d) 2. (U) December 14, 2009; 11:00am; Washington, DC. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. Deputy Secretary Steinberg EUR DAS Stuart Jones D Staff Alexandra McKnight Stacie Zerdecki (EUR Notetaker) Spain Fo [...]
2009-12-17 22:31:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNOVIP STEINBERG JAMES PNAT PREL KDEM ZL HR BK KVPR MK
09STATE129199(U) KUDOS FOR KHARTOUM REPORTING (C-AL9-02503)
[...] (S/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS SEND KUDOS TO KHARTOUM FOR THE EXCELLENT POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC REPORTING THAT IT CONSISTENTLY DISSEMINATES. POST'S REPORTING IS INSIGHTFUL AND INFORMATIVE, AND HAS BEEN FREQUENTLY CITED IN BOTH BRIEFINGS AND WRITTEN PRODUCTS FOR SENIOR POLICYMAKERS. ANALYSTS RECE [...]
2009-12-17 22:54:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR PGOV SU
09STATE129239SUDAN: BUILDING BLOCKS FOR DECEMBER 21 DEBATE ON
[...] (SBU) USUN may draw from the points and questions in paragraph three for the December 21 Security Council briefing and debate on the Mbeki Report. The U.S. aims to support the objectives of the Mbeki report, but also point out that some of the Mbeki Report's recommendations may not advanc [...]
2009-12-18 02:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYUNSC PREL PHUM SU XA XW
09STATE129362(U) SECRETARY CLINTON'S DECEMBER 14, 2009
[...] Classified by EUR A/S Philip H. Gordon. Reason: 1.4 (d) 2. (U) December 14, 2009; 10:15 a.m.; Washington, DC. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. The Secretary Spokesman Ian Kelly Assistant Secretary Philip H. Gordon Special Assistant Joe MacManus NSC Tobin Bradley Alexandra McKnight (EUR Notetaker) SP [...]
2009-12-18 15:18:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOVIP CLINTON HILLARY KDRG MOPS MNUC MARR PREL
09STATE129599SYRIA'S BUSINESS LAB SEEKING UAV COMPONENTS FROM
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background and Objective: We want to advise German officials of information indicating that as of November 2009, the Syrian entity Business Lab was seeking a variety of items, including small engines, servo actu [...]
2009-12-18 21:11:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE SY
09STATE130342DEMARCHE REQUEST - WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paras 2-4. 2. (S/REL) Embassy Baghdad is requested, at the ambassadorial level, to demarche the Government of Iraq (GOI) at the highest appropriate level to convey U.S. intention to take action before the end of the year to help Iraq lift the Cha [...]
2009-12-22 23:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETPREL UNSC IZ
09STATE130501BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050204437 for the export of International Traffic in Arms (ITAR)-controlled C-295 aircraft parts [...]
2009-12-23 15:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SP VN
09STATE130744EFFORTS BY CHINESE COMPANY TO PROVIDE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that as recently as November 2009, China's Maanshan Huntian Equipment Ltd. Company was attempting to supply several types of specialty steel to a North [...]
2009-12-23 21:15:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC MTCRE PREL CH KN
09STATE130917MALAYSIAN-BASED IRANIAN FRONT COMPANY SEEKS TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background/Objective: The United States has information indicating that in late November 2009, the Malaysian firm Electronic Component Limited (ECL) attempted to buy five TRS-500 gyroscopes from the Chinese fir [...]
2009-12-24 15:02:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA IR CH MY
09STATE130971(C) KUDOS AND FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS ON ITALIAN
[...] (C/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS APPRECIATED REFS ON ITALY'S POLICY TOWARDS THE BALKANS. WE ARE CLOSELY MONITORING DEVELOPMENTS RELATED TO THE GRADUAL DRAWDOWN OF ITALIAN FORCES IN THE BALKANS AND ARE ASSESSING ITALY'S CONTINUED COMMITMENT AND POLITICAL POLICY IN THE BALKANS, IN THE EVENT OF A PUL [...]
2009-12-24 17:09:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNPINR MARR NATO PGOV PREL AL BK IT KV
09STATE131166LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE (ANKARA 1706)
[...] (U) This cable responds to the action request in reftel requesting human rights vetting for the candidates nominated to attend the ATA PREVENTING ATTACKS ON SOFT TARGETS COURSE. 2. (U) The Department of State has vetted the individuals listed in reftel and possesses no credible derogatory [...]
2009-12-28 15:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR PGOV PREL TU
09STATE131658LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE (BUCHAREST 829)
[...] (U) This cable responds to the action request in reftel requesting human rights vetting for the candidates nominated to attend the Program in Advanced Security Studies", 26 Mar-18 Jun 2010, Garmisch, Germany. 2. (U) The Department of State has vetted the individuals listed in reftel and pos [...]
2009-12-29 20:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM PINR MASS MARR RO
09STATE132555(U) KUDOS FOR NCP REPORTING (C-AL9-02505)
[...] (S/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS SEND KUDOS FOR KHARTOUM,S REPORTING ON THE NATIONAL CONGRESS PARTY (NCP). WE FOUND REFTELS OF PARTICULAR INTEREST. GIVEN THE INSULAR NATURE OF THE SUDANESE REGIME, WE OFTEN FIND IT DIFFICULT TO FULLY ASSESS INTERNAL NCP DYNAMICS. KHARTOUM 000644 WAS ESPECIALLY U [...]
2009-12-31 20:48:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR SU
09STATE13860SECRETARY'S FEBRUARY 6 MEETING WITH ALBANIAN PM
[...] (U) February 6, 2009; 11:30-12:00 p.m.; Washington, D.C., USA. 2. (U) Participants: U.S. THE SECRETARY EUR-STUART JONES ACTING A/S PA ROBERT WOOD NSC-KATHERINE HELGERSON EUR-JERRY ISMAIL-NTKR Albania PRIME MINISTER BERISHA AMBASSADOR SALLABANDA DCM COLLAKU FIRST EMBASSY SE [...]
2009-02-13 20:10:00Secretary of StateSECRETOVIP CLINTON HILLARY PGOV PREL NATO AL ENRG
09STATE13998REQUEST FOR MALAYSIA TO WITHDRAW CONDITIONAL
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph three. ------- SUMMARY ------- 2. (C) Recent press reports have revealed that as of December 2008, Malaysia has granted Bank Mellat a license to operate in Malaysia's offshore financial center in Labuan. Bank Mellat provides bankin [...]
2009-02-13 23:02:00Secretary of StateSECRETKNNP MNUC IR GM ECON XB XC XE MY
09STATE14039GUIDANCE FOR THE 2009 UN GROUP OF GOVERNMENTAL
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: This message provides guidance for the U.S. Expert to the 2009 UN Group of Governmental Experts (GGE) on the Continuing Operation of the UN Register of Conventional Arms. The 2009 GGE will meet February 16 - 20, April 27 - May 3, and July 13-17. The February and April meetin [...]
2009-02-14 03:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM MCAP UNGA CDG MASS SIPDIS
09STATE1419BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050126125 for the export of firearms to Australia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lan [...]
2009-01-07 16:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AS
09STATE1420BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050109951 for the export of firearms to Italy. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern che [...]
2009-01-07 16:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IT
09STATE14313BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050141020 for the export of carbines and grenade launchers to Pakistan. Post is re [...]
2009-02-17 15:28:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE14417BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050135227 for the export of ballistic plates to Mexico. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-02-17 18:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC MX
09STATE15625ENGAGING FOREIGN AUDIENCES ON "BUY AMERICAN" AND
[...] (U) SUMMARY: Efforts to confront the global economic crisis have prompted governments around the world to take protectionist trade measures. President Obama has spoken clearly about the need to avoid protectionism even as the United States confronts its own crisis. Secretary Clinton has said [...]
2009-02-19 23:39:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN ETRD PREL WTRO
09STATE15844MALAYSIA-BASED IRANIAN PROCUREMENT ENTITY SEEKS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Since mid-2008, the U.S. has on several occasions shared with Berlin information related to the efforts of Malaysian-based entities to acquire German- origin items on behalf of Iranian entities of proliferation [...]
2009-02-20 15:28:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE IR MY
09STATE16160BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050146449 for the export of rifles and ammunition to the Philippines. Post is requested to compl [...]
2009-02-20 22:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC RP
09STATE17021BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment end-use check on license number 050020258 for the export of defense hardware to the United Arab Emirates (U.A. [...]
2009-02-24 19:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC AE ID KOMC
09STATE1730REQUEST FOR COMMENT ON DOL DRAFT LIST FOR TVPRA
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see summary paragraph (para. 2) and paras. 6 through 10 for specific information requested. 2. (SBU) Summary: This is a request for comment on the Department of Labor,s (DOL) draft list of goods from countries that the Bureau of International Labor [...]
2009-01-08 15:32:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEIND ELAB ETRD PHUM SOCI KTIP
09STATE1744DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR MALAYSIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross human rights violations for the individuals listed below. These individuals are candidates for the ILEA Bangkok Clandestine Lab Investigations and Chemical Control training s [...]
2009-01-08 15:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM PREL SNAR MARR KCRM MY
09STATE1759MTCR: ARGENTINE SPACE LAUNCH VEHICLE (SLV)
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Buenos Aires, please see paragraph 4. 2. (C) BACKGROUND: Per REF A, the United States and the government of Argentina (GOA) have agreed that Argentina will provide a one-time "state of play" briefing in Washington, D.C., in January-February 2009, [...]
2009-01-08 16:20:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE KSCA PARM PREL MNUC ETTC TSPA AR
09STATE17664GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO),Director, Tom Melito, Assistant Director Phil Thomas, Analyst-in-Charge Jeffrey Baldwin-Bott, Senior Analyst Leah DeWolf to visit UN New York in support of their review of the UN office of Projects Service [...]
2009-02-25 20:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED
09STATE17734TRAVEL WARNING - PAKISTAN
[...] The Department of State warns U.S. citizens against non-essential travel to Pakistan in light of the threat of terrorist activity. This replaces the Travel Warning dated November 21, 2008, and updates information on security incidents, notes the temporary relocation of some employees from th [...]
2009-02-25 21:44:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCASC PTER ASEC PK
09STATE18768BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-27 21:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AE
09STATE18882(U) Deputy Secretary Steinberg's February 12,
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Daniel Fried for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) February 12, 2009, 8:20 - 8:40, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. Deputy Secretary James Steinberg EUR/DAS Judith Garber Special Assistant Mary Sue Conaway Carol Beilman Werner (EU [...]
2009-02-28 01:04:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR PREL PINS PGOV NATO ENRG AF RS GG UP
09STATE19370NEW INFORMATION ON IRANIAN PROCUREMENT NETWORK'S
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-03 14:52:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA IR MY GM SN
09STATE19781OSCE/PERMANENT COUNCIL: RESPONSE TO SERBIA HEAD
[...] Post is authorized to present the following statement at the March 5 Permanent Council meeting in Vienna. Begin text: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you as well, Ambassador Urstad, for your comprehensive and balanced report. We agree that Serbia continues to take positive steps along t [...]
2009-03-03 22:10:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PREL PBTS GG RS
09STATE19783ADDITIONAL DETAILS REGARDING TRAVEL BY A
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Sanaa, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background, Purpose, and Objective: In May 2008, the United States shared information with the ROYG concerning planned travel by a Yemeni delegation to North Korea to meet with representatives from the North Ko [...]
2009-03-03 22:17:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL KN YM
09STATE1985DEMARCHE: URGING THE EU TO DELAY APPROVAL OF THE
[...] This is an action request. Please see paragraph 4. 2. (SBU) Summary. Department requests action addresses to urge host governments and EU officials at the highest appropriate levels to withhold approval of the EU-Syrian Association Agreement. The EU and the Syrian government (SARG) initia [...]
2009-01-08 21:36:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL EU SY
09STATE20018BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050145190 for the export of pistols to Thailand. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-03-04 15:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE2007U.S. COMMENTS ON EU COUNCIL'S DRAFT "CODE OF
[...] (SBU) THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST. See paragraph 3 below. 2. (C) BACKGROUND: On December 8, 2008, the European Union (EU) Foreign Ministers endorsed a draft proposal for a "Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities" (http://register.consilium.europa.eu/pdf/en/0 8/st17/st17175. en08.pdf). [...]
2009-01-08 21:50:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALCDG EC ESA EUN EZ FR KACT KTIA MCAP PARM PREL TSPA
09STATE21428COUNTERPROLIFERATION TASK FORCE PAPERS FOR UAE
[...] (U) Post is requested to deliver the three Counterproliferation Task Force (CTF) papers in para two to appropriate UAEG officials. Word versions of these papers will be sent via email to Post along with the CTF agenda. End action request. 2. (S//REL UAE) Begin CTF Papers: ---------- [...]
2009-03-06 22:35:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL KNNP MNUC AE
09STATE21769BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050143937 for the export of pistols to Israel. Post is requested to complete this Blue L [...]
2009-03-09 15:13:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC IS
09STATE22056MONTENEGRO AND NEXT STEPS ON NATO
[...] (U) This message was drafted by AmEmbassy Podgorica. 2. (C) Summary: Even if MAP is unachievable, encouraging gestures to Montenegro at the NATO Summit would advance our objectives in the Balkans and beyond. Positive signals would a) encourage pro-Western reformers throughout the regio [...]
2009-03-09 21:50:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MARR MOPS MW
09STATE22439BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050147347 for the export of firearms to Pakistan. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lanter [...]
2009-03-10 18:48:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE22953OSCE/PERMANENT COUNCIL: RESPONSE TO REPORT OF
[...] Post is authorized to present the following statement at the March 12 Permanent Council meeting in Vienna. Begin text: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Svilanovic, thank you for your report and the 2009 Action Plan. The Action Plan reminds us of the breadth of issues touched on by the Seco [...]
2009-03-11 18:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PREL ECON PGOV
09STATE23176HLTF: GUIDANCE FOR MARCH 12 MEETING
[...] (C) The March 12 High Level Task Force (HLTF) meeting will take place on the heels of the NATO Foreign Ministerial and Secretary Clinton's bilateral meeting with FM Lavrov in Geneva. Discussion will center on a CFE "stocktaking" exercise (called for by Turkey at the January 29 HLTF) and prep [...]
2009-03-12 01:40:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKCFE PARM PREL
09STATE23368BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050140290 for the export of body armor to Mexico. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-03-12 14:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MX
09STATE23369BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050134304 for the export of body armor to Mexico. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-03-12 14:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MX
09STATE23472BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050135676 for the export of laser protective goggle lenses to Sweden. Post is requested to com [...]
2009-03-12 16:19:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SW
09STATE23758DEMARCHE TO EU MEMBER STATES ON EFFECTS OF THE
[...] (U) This is an action message, see paragraph 7. SUMMARY ------- 2. (C) The effects of the global financial and economic crisis have been acutely felt in many Central and Eastern European countries. Of the eleven countries that have sought IMF Stand-By Arrangements since the start of [...]
2009-03-12 20:50:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECIN ECON EFIN EUN PREL
09STATE23810USUN INSTRUCTION: LIBERIA SANCTIONS COMMITTEE
[...] This is an action request. USUN is requested to inform the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1521 (2003) concerning Liberia that the equipment for which the United States received an advanced arms embargo exemption (reftel A) on 13 August 2008 was delivered to Roberts International [...]
2009-03-12 21:40:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ETTC KTFN LI PREL PTER UNSC
09STATE23815USUN INSTRUCTION: LIBERIA SANCTIONS COMM ARMS
[...] This is an action request. USUN is requested to seek from the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1521 (2003) concerning Liberia an advance approval in connection with the arms embargo on Liberia established by the Security Council. 2. BEGIN LETTER TO THE CHAIR OF THE 1521 (LIBERIA [...]
2009-03-12 22:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ETTC KTFN LI PREL PTER UNSC
09STATE23860(U) Secretary Clinton's March 9, 2009
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Daniel Fried for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) March 9, 2009, 2:00 - 2:30, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. The Secretary EUR Assistant Secretary Daniel Fried Deputy Spokesman Robert Wood NSC Director Maria Germano EUR/NB Desk Officer Carol Be [...]
2009-03-13 03:50:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR PREL PINS PGOV PHUM NATO EUN ENRG AF
09STATE24053HCOC "INREACH" - ENCOURAGING SUBSCRIBING STATES
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 5. 2. (SBU) Summary: At the May 29-30, 2008 annual meeting of the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC),the Immediate Central Contact (ICC) reported that as of the meeting's opening, 72 of the 126 subscr [...]
2009-03-13 14:35:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE24054HCOC "INREACH" - ENCOURAGING SUBSCRIBING STATES
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 5. 2. (SBU) Summary: At the May 29-30, 2008 annual meeting of the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC),the Immediate Central Contact (ICC) reported that as of the meeting's opening, 72 of the 126 subscr [...]
2009-03-13 14:35:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE2425UAE-BASED FRONT COMPANY FOR IRANIAN PROCUREMENT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) The United States has information indicating that in November 2008, the United Arab Emirates-based entity Alkaen Equipment and Industrial Supplies LLC placed an order with Germany's MPS Electronic Vertriebs GmbH for a quantit [...]
2009-01-09 20:13:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL ETTC MTCRE KSCA GM FR IR AE
09STATE24293BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050109570 for the export of aircraft parts to Oman. Post is requested to complete this Blue La [...]
2009-03-13 20:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MU
09STATE24296BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 05-950130 and 050025433 for the export of sound and flash suppressors to the United Arab Emir [...]
2009-03-13 20:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TC
09STATE24590BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050147882 for the export of ballistic plates to Ecuador. Post is requested to comp [...]
2009-03-16 14:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC EC
09STATE254OES BUREAU COMMENTS ON ACCRA REO FY 2009 WORKPLAN
[...] Summary: The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) thanks Regional Environment, Science, Technology and Health Officer (REO),Geoffrey Hunt, and program assistant for the REO, Patience Charway, for their participation in the recent digital video conferen [...]
2009-01-02 20:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDSENV TBIO EFIS TSPA XA XY ZF GH
09STATE25578GAZA SMUGGLING INTERDICTION: AGREED PROGRAM OF
[...] (U) Summary and Action Request: Representatives of Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, the UK, and the U.S. reached agreement in London March 13 on a Program of Action on interdiction of the flow of arms to Gaza. Text is in paragraph six. Department greatly appr [...]
2009-03-18 00:40:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEUN MOPS NATO PREL XF
09STATE25689INFORMING BEIJING OF CHINESE FIRM LIMMT'S CONTINUED PROLIFERATION TO IRANIAN BALLISTIC MISSILE PROGRAM (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-18 13:20:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL ETTC CH IR
09STATE26295SUBJECT: BELGIUM REQUESTS URGENT INFORMATION ON
[...] (S) This is an action request (see paragraphs 2 and 3) in response to a question from Werner Bauwens, Special Envoy for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation, on GOB request (reftel) for USG views regarding a pending Belgian export license application for Iran. 2. (S) Although Bauwens did not [...]
2009-03-19 13:22:00Secretary of StateSECRETENRG ETTC KNNP KSCA MNUC PARM TRGY BE IR
09STATE26316PROVIDING FEEDBACK TO THE GOS ON THE EXPORT OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Madrid please see paragraph 5. SPAIN REQUESTS U.S. VIEWS ON EXPORT OF TUBES TO IRAN --------------------------------------------- ------- 2. (S) Background: Per Reftel, the Spanish interagency is currently reviewing an export license submitted b [...]
2009-03-19 13:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PERL ETTC MNUC TSPA SP IR
09STATE26706(U) ELECTIONS IN MOROCCO (C-NE9-00557)
[...] (C/NF) WITH THE APPROACH OF MOROCCO'S LOCAL ELECTIONS IN JUNE, POLICYMAKERS HAVE SIGNIFICANT INTEREST IN DEMOCRATIZATION EFFORTS IN NORTH AFRICA. WASHINGTON ANALYSTS WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE POST'S INFORMATION AND PERSPECTIVE, AS TIME AND RESOURCES ALLOW, ON THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. MANY TH [...]
2009-03-19 21:25:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR PGOV PROP MO
09STATE27296IRANIAN BALLISTIC MISSILE PROGRAM SEEKS
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-20 21:12:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GE IR
09STATE27625AFGHANISTAN-VOTING INSTRUCTION FOR UNAMA MANDATE
[...] (U) This is an action request: The Department instructs USUN to vote in favor of and co-sponsor the following UN Security Council resolution regarding the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA),to be considered by the Council on Monday, March 23, 2009. Mission should seek additional g [...]
2009-03-23 16:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAF MARR PREL
09STATE27726(S) ALERTING TAIWAN TO TURKISH INTERMEDIARYS EFFORTS TO SUPPLY TAIWAN-ORIGIN MACHINE TOOLS TO IRAN
[...] This is an action request. AIT Taipei, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: In October 2008, the U.S. alerted Taiwan that an intermediary in Turkey named Ak Makina was working to supply Taiwan-origin machine tools to Iran (Ref A). During the February 2009 U.S.-Taiwan Gameplan meetings in Ta [...]
2009-03-23 18:53:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR TU
09STATE27803(U) REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON RUSSIAN EXPORT
[...] (C) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS ARE INTERESTED IN ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING RUSSIAN EXPORT CONTROLS ON DUAL-USE ITEMS THAT COULD BE APPLICABLE TO NUCLEAR WEAPONS, BALLISTIC OR CRUISE MISSILES, BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS, CHEMICAL WEAPONS, OR ADVANCED CONVENTIONAL WEAPONS. ANALYSTS ARE HOPING TO DEVELOP IN [...]
2009-03-23 20:40:00Secretary of StateSECRETPINR PARM RS
09STATE27822ANNUAL DECLARATION OF THE UNITED STATES UNDER THE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (U) Background/Action Request: Request the Mission deliver the USG interagency-cleared "Annual Declaration of the U.S. under the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation" in paragraph 3 to HCOC Immediate Cent [...]
2009-03-23 21:22:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEC ETTC KSCA MTCRE PARM TSPA AORC
09STATE27842USUN INSTRUCTIONS: ELEMENTS FOR DPRK LAUNCH
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (S) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests USUN use the elements of the draft Security Council resolution in paragraph 3 as a starting point to negotiate a Security Council resolution in the event of a missile launch by the DPRK. 3. (S) Some of the elemen [...]
2009-03-24 00:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETUNSC KNNP JA KN
09STATE27957(S) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE TURKISH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Ankara, please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Background/Purpose/Objective: In January 2009, the United States alerted Turkish officials that Iran's Machine Sazi Tabriz was working with the Turkish firm Ak Makina to procure Taiwan-origin machine tools (Re [...]
2009-03-24 13:26:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR TU
09STATE28191BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Posts' assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050109444 for the export of aircraft parts to India. Posts are requested to complete this Blue [...]
2009-03-24 18:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IN IS
09STATE2825BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050083978 for the export of firearms to the Philippines. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-01-12 15:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC RP
09STATE28283(S) ALERTING THE ROK TO EFFORTS BY A TURKISH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Seoul, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background/Purpose/Objective: The United States has information that in late 2008 and early 2009, the Turkey-based intermediary Ak Makina was working to supply Iran's Ardalan Machineries Company with a variety [...]
2009-03-24 20:51:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU KS
09STATE28302(S) SHIPMENT OF UAVS FROM IRAN TO VENEZUELA
[...] (S//NF) Venezuelan officials expected to receive a shipment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and related material from Iran, via Turkey, by May 2009. As of early March, Venezuelan officials believed that the equipment would be repackaged and labeled as electronic equipment, then transported o [...]
2009-03-24 21:45:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPARM PREL MASS ETTC TU VE IR
09STATE28757BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment end-use check on license 730004603 for the temporary export of military and police radio systems and related h [...]
2009-03-25 18:54:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SN
09STATE2876BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050121726 for the export of firearms to Australia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lan [...]
2009-01-12 17:13:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AS
09STATE28833PROMOTING U.S. CANDIDATE FOR OAS HUMAN RIGHTS
[...] (SBU) This is an action message (see paras 7-8). 2. (SBU) Summary: The United States has nominated Dinah L. Shelton for a seat on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR). Shelton is a professor of international law at The George Washington University Law School and an expert [...]
2009-03-25 20:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM PGOV PREL OAS XM CA IAHRC
09STATE28851OSCE PERMANENT COUNCIL: STATEMENT ON RULE OF LAW
[...] Post is authorized to make the following statement at the March 26, 2009 meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna: Begin Text: Thank you, Madame Chairwoman. Last week here in the Permanent Council, the Ambassadors of Serbia and the Russian Federation made statements concerning [...]
2009-03-25 20:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PHUM OSCE KKPO KPAO KV SR
09STATE29201JOINT US-UK-FRANCE DEMARCHE TO MALAYSIA ON BANK
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. ------------------ SUMMARY/BACKGROUND ------------------ 2. (C) The UK and France share U.S. concerns that the opening of a subsidiary of Iran's state-owned Bank Mellat in Malaysia's Labuan Offshore Financial Center could allow Iran [...]
2009-03-26 17:11:00Secretary of StateSECRETEFIN ETTC KNNP IR UK XB XC MY
09STATE29395(S) ALERTING SPAIN TO TURKISH INTERMEDIARY'S EFFORTS TO SUPPLY SPANISH-ORIGIN MACHINE TOOLS TO IRAN
[...] No summary [...]
2009-03-26 20:46:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR SP
09STATE29932(S) ALLIANCE COORDINATION ON PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
[...] (S/NF) For alliance management reasons and in order to shape public perceptions, it is important that our Embassies and military Commands in the ROK and Japan work closely with host governments and provide consistent messaging in responding publicly to the expected North Korean Taepodong-2 lau [...]
2009-03-27 19:38:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNMARR PREL PARM KPAO KN KS JA
09STATE30001ADVISING BEIJING OF PAKISTANI ENTITY'S INTEREST
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that in late January 2009, Pakistan's Intralink Incorporated sought a quote from the Chinese firm Suzhou Testing Instrument Factory for an electrodyna [...]
2009-03-27 21:09:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC CH PK
09STATE30007ADVISING THE PRC OF BEIJING FIRM'S OFFER OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that in February 2009, China's Beijing Tianlianxing Scientific Ltd. offered 1,000 kg of specialty steel to Pakistan's Aginel Enterprises, an entity as [...]
2009-03-27 21:16:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC CH PK
09STATE30123DEMARCHE REQUEST: PRESSING MOSCOW AND BEIJING ON
[...] (U) This is an action request, see para 2. 2. (S/NF) ACTION REQUEST: Posts are requested to press Russia and China to support meaningful UN Security Council action in response to a DPRK rocket launch, which North Korea has announced will occur between April 4-8, 2009. Drawing on the points [...]
2009-03-30 00:47:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNUNSC PREL CM RU KNNP KN
09STATE30162MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR) AND
[...] (U) This is an action message. See paragraphs 2 and 4. 2. (C) The U.S. Government would like to notify the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Partners of two MTCR denial notices (MDs) and three catch-all denial notices (MIs) in paragraph 3. Embassy is requested to present the denials [...]
2009-03-30 11:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC FR MTCRE PARM TSPA
09STATE3032BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050129249 for the export of carbines to Georgia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-01-12 20:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GG
09STATE3047DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR INDONESIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individuals identified below. These individuals are candidates for participation in an ICITAP Standard Emergency Management System training [...]
2009-01-12 20:53:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM MARR KCRM PINR PREL SNAR ID
09STATE30527BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050143296 for the export of rifles to Guatemala. Post is requested to comp [...]
2009-03-30 21:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC GT
09STATE30895(U) KUDOS FOR BIOGRAPHIC REPORTING JANUARY -
[...] (C) INR/B CONTINUES TO BE AMAZED AND PLEASED WITH THE QUANTITY AND QUALITY OF BIOGRAPHIC REPORTING PRODUCED BY POST. INR/B RELIES HEAVILY ON POST,S REPORTING IN PULLING TOGETHER BIOGRAPHIC REPORTS ON KAZAKHSTANI OFFICIALS FOR USE BY US POLICYMAKERS. REFS A-J AMOUNT TO MERELY A SAMPLE OF POS [...]
2009-03-31 18:35:00Secretary of StateSECRETPINR KZ
09STATE30962SPANISH FIRM SHIPS ADDITIONAL CONSIGNMENT OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Madrid please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: In mid-January, we shared with the Spanish government information indicating a business relationship between the Spanish firm Aceros IMS and several firms that believe could be acting on behalf of t [...]
2009-03-31 19:19:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA SP SY
09STATE31007BLUE LANTERN: IRAQ END-USE MONITORING AND NDAA
[...] Summary: A joint DOS Blue Lantern/DoD Golden Sentry team visited Iraq February 24-28 for consultations on end-use monitoring (EUM) of U.S.-provided or licensed defense articles, and NDAA Section 1228 compliance. The joint team met with Iraqi MOD, Counter-Terrorism Bureau and Special Operatio [...]
2009-03-31 19:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC IZ KOMC OTRA PARM PREL
09STATE31102REQUESTING SPECIFIC CONTRIBUTIONS TO AFGHANISTAN
[...] (C) As announced by the President on March 27, the United States Government has concluded its Afghanistan- Pakistan Strategic Review (Ref A). The conclusions of the Strategic Review -- informed by consultations with the Governments of Afghanistan and Pakistan, NATO Allies, International Secur [...]
2009-04-01 00:55:00Secretary of StateSECRETNATO PREL MOPS MARR AF
09STATE31175ACTION REQUEST: USG CANDIDACY FOR UN HUMAN RIGHTS
[...] This is an urgent action request for all diplomatic posts. Note specific action requests for Wellington (paragraph 4),Tel Aviv (paragraph 5),and for friendly countries on the Council or that are running for a seat on the Council (paragraph 3). The United States has decided to seek election [...]
2009-04-01 09:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL
09STATE31392MD ISSUES RELATED TO DPRK
[...] (SBU) This is an action request for EMBASSY MOSCOW. 2. (S/NF) BACKGROUND and ACTION REQUEST As discussed in REFTEL, the United States remains concerned about the likelihood of a launch of a TD-2 long-range missile, regardless of how North Korea characterizes such a launch. North Korea has [...]
2009-04-01 15:28:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPARM KN RS
09STATE31659KEY THEMES AND FACT SHEET ON LONDON G20 SUMMIT
[...] (U) This cable provides key themes and messages for posts' use in commenting on the April 2 London Summit. A detailed fact sheet outlining U.S. goals and objectives for the Summit is reproduced at para 3 below. The fact sheet has already been released to the U.S. press and may be distributed [...]
2009-04-01 21:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN KPAO
09STATE31926BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050099706 for the export of rifles to Thailand. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lanter [...]
2009-04-02 15:31:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE32018FY2010 DEMARCHE/OBJECTIVES FOR THE MAJORS LIST
[...] This message is an action request (Paragraphs 7, 8 and 9). 2. Summary and Action Requested. This message provides guidance for posts to engage the host country through a demarche on USG narcotics control objectives. This process is in connection with the State Department coordinated ann [...]
2009-04-02 17:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDKCRM PE PGOV PREL SNAR
09STATE32025DIPLOMATIC SECURITY DAILY
[...] (U) Diplomatic Security Daily, April 2, 2009 2. (U) 2009 NATO Summit - Paragraphs 8-13 3. (U) Iraq - Paragraphs 14-21 4. (U) Significant Events - Paragraphs 22-24 5. (U) Key Concerns - Paragraphs 25-38 6. (U) Cyber Threats - Paragraphs 39-47 7. (U) Suspicious Activity Incide [...]
2009-04-02 17:24:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNASEC
09STATE3219DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR INDONESIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individuals identified below. These individuals are candidates for participation in ICITAP Forensics Program, Provincial Police, Forensic L [...]
2009-01-13 14:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM MARR KCRM PINR PREL SNAR ID
09STATE32299QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON U.S.-RUSSIA SECURITY
[...] The text below has been approved by the National Security Council for use by Posts in response to press and host government queries regarding the April 1 meeting between President Obama and Russian President Medvedev. Please note that background information should be used only to inform posts [...]
2009-04-03 00:37:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDRS US PARM KACT KNNP MARR MNUC PTER
09STATE32729BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050152762, 050152792, and 050152800 for the export of rifles and ammunition to Tanzania [...]
2009-04-03 17:02:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC TZ
09STATE33031RESPONSE TO NORTH KOREAN TAEPO-DONG 2 LAUNCH
[...] (U) This is an action request for all posts. At the discretion of Ambassadors, all posts are requested to deliver the points in para 2 below giving USG reaction to North Korea's launch of a long-range missile referred to by the United States as the Taepo-Dong 2. All posts are also requested [...]
2009-04-05 09:27:00Secretary of StateSECRETPREL PARM KNNP KN
09STATE33075QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, FACT SHEETS ON PRESIDENTIAL
[...] These materials have been approved by the National Security Council for use by Posts in response to press and host government queries regarding President Obama's April 5 speech on nonproliferation in Prague. 2. Posts are authorized to use the points and fact sheets below in addressing ques [...]
2009-04-05 22:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM KACT KNNP MARR US RS CH EZ MNUC PTER
09STATE33304PAKISTAN,S ATTEMPT TO PROCURE MILITARY ITEMS FROM
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please, see paragraph 7. 2. (S//NF) Summary: Embassy is requested to deliver points in paragraph 7 regarding the Government of Pakistan (GOP) desire to purchase military items from Iran. We have received information that the Pakistani firm Omar Exports tra [...]
2009-04-06 16:06:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNETRD MARR MCAP PARM PREL
09STATE33306QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, FACT SHEETS ON
[...] These materials have been approved by the National Security Council for use by Posts in response to press and host government queries regarding President Obama's April 5 speech on nonproliferation in Prague. 2. Posts are authorized to use the points and fact sheets below in addressing ques [...]
2009-04-06 16:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM KACT KNNP MARR MNUC PTER EZ US RS
09STATE33629DEMARCHE IN SUPPORT OF KOSOVO'S IMF AND WORLD
[...] (SBU) This is a time-sensitive action request for addressee posts. Given the importance of these IMF and World Bank votes, Department asks that the demarche be delivered at the highest appropriate level, preferably by Chief of Mission or DCM (please see paragraphs 2-5),with reports by April [...]
2009-04-07 11:44:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN PREL KV
09STATE33683BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050130006 for the export of ammunition to Peru. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-04-07 13:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PE
09STATE3392BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050114331 for the export of rifles to Norway. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-01-13 20:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC NO
09STATE3393BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050089992 for the export of firearms to Thailand. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-01-13 20:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE3403(S) ALERTING TURKEY TO EFFORTS BY IRAN TO ACQUIRE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Ankara, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: The U.S. has information that in June 2008, the Iranian company Machine Sazi Tabriz was seeking to procure Taiwan-origin machine tools through two Turkish companies. We believe Machine Sazi Tabriz [...]
2009-01-13 20:19:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR TU
09STATE34795SANCTIONS NOTIFICATION: DESIGNATION OF KARL LEE,
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing please see paragraph 4. ------------------ BACKGROUND/SUMMARY ------------------ 2. (U) Summary: On April 7, 2009, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC") designated Karl Lee, the commercial manager o [...]
2009-04-09 13:28:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL ETTC CH IR
09STATE34798IRANIAN PROCUREMENT ENTITY USES ITALIAN FIRM AS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Rome, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that in mid-February 2009, Iran's Farazeh Equipment Distributor Company (FEDCO) sought servo-actuators manufactured by the Japanese firm Tonegawa-Seiko via [...]
2009-04-09 13:34:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA JA IR IT
09STATE35020UPDATED TRAVEL WARNING-GEORGIA
[...] The Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Georgia. This Travel Warning replaces the one dated December 12, 2008 to note the possibility of violent demonstrations. 2. American citizens are urged not to travel to the separatist regions of South Osseti [...]
2009-04-09 19:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCASC PTER ASEC GG
09STATE35040BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050154491 for the export of firearms to Guatemala. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-04-09 19:20:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE35243SECRETARY CLINTON'S MEETING WITH NORWEGIAN
[...] (U) Classified by Acting EUR Assistant Secretary Marcie Ries for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) April 6, 2009, 3:30 - 4:00, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. ---- The Secretary EUR Deputy Assistant Secretary Judy Garber OES Deputy Assistant Secretary Dave Balton Acting [...]
2009-04-10 02:51:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM NATO EAID PARM KNNP SENV
09STATE35834BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: NDAA SECTION 1228
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050092728 for the export of firearms to Iraq. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-04-10 21:17:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IZ
09STATE35882TRANS-SAHARA COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIP ANNUAL
[...] (U) The fifth annual interagency Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership (TSCTP) conference will convene on 2-4 June at the State Department's George C. Marshall Center in Washington DC. The conference will include participants from the U.S. Embassies in the ten TSCTP countries and action o [...]
2009-04-11 14:17:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEAID ECON PGOV PREL PTER XA XI XY
09STATE35897DEMARCHE TO NON-PERMANENT SECURITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
[...] (SBU) Night Action precedence required due to action requested in advance of scheduled United Nations Security Council meeting at 1500 EDT Monday, April 13. 2. (SBU) Addressees are requested to make an urgent demarche in their capitals, at the highest appropriate level, drawing on the infor [...]
2009-04-12 03:04:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM UNSC NK
09STATE36070FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of firearms to Pakistan. This request was sent over 34 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to subject case, [...]
2009-04-13 14:40:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE36864(C) DEMARCHE TO CHINA CONCERNING DESIGNATION OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (C) The objectives of this demarche are to: -- Encourage China to work together with us to facilitate U.S.-proposed designations in the DPRK Sanctions Committee ("1718 Committee") of entities and goods tied to the DPRK's proscribed WMD and missile-relat [...]
2009-04-15 00:34:00Secretary of StateSECRETUNSC PARM KN CH KNNP
09STATE37028LEBANON LOAN AGREEMENT WITH U.S.-DESIGNATED
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. ------------------ SUMMARY/BACKGROUND ------------------ 2. (SBU) In reftel A, Embassy Beirut alerted Washington that Lebanon signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) March 12 with the Export Development Bank of Iran (EDBI) for the [...]
2009-04-15 15:07:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEFIN ETTC KNNP IR PREL PARM XF LE
09STATE37071MARCH 2009 OECD WORKING GROUP ON BRIBERY MEETING
[...] (SBU) U.S. delegation (USDEL) members from the Commerce, Justice, and State Departments and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) participated in the OECD Working Group on Bribery (WGB) meeting in Paris March 16-20, 2009. The WGB made significant progress on its Review of Instruments, w [...]
2009-04-15 16:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCH CI ECON EG EINV EN ETRD EZ FR ID IN IS PGOV
09STATE37284BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on application 050149165 for the export of F-15 and C-130 component parts to Saudi Arabia. Post is requeste [...]
2009-04-15 19:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SA
09STATE37357KUDOS ON JAPANESE REPORTING AND ADVOCACY
[...] (U) The Secretary's February visit to Japan, new domestic political developments almost every week, and a flood of visitors to and from Tokyo have the past few months a particularly busy time in U.S.-Japan relations. Fortunately, Washington has had the benefit of Mission Japan,s stellar repor [...]
2009-04-15 21:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCVIS ECON ETRD EFIN MARR PGOV PREL JA
09STATE37561(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: AFRICAN GREAT
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on African Great Lakes (paragraph 3-end) as well as a request for continued DOS reporting of biographic information relating to DROC, Burundi, and Rwanda (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The NHCD below s [...]
2009-04-16 14:11:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON KDEM KHIV ZF XA CF RW BY
09STATE37566(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: WEST AFRICA
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on the West Africa Sahel region (paragraph 3-end) as well as a request for continued DOS reporting of biographic information relating to the West Africa Sahel region (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The [...]
2009-04-16 14:17:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON CD CV GA ML MR NG SG UV
09STATE37998SIXTEENTH MEETING OF THE ITU RADIOCOMMUNICATION
[...] Summary. The sixteenth meeting of the International Telecommunication Union,s (ITU) Radiocommunication Advisory Group (RAG) met in Geneva, from 4-6 February 2009, under the chairmanship of Mr. J.B. Yao Kouakou (Cote d,Ivoire). The meeting was attended by 104 delegates representing 41 Member [...]
2009-04-16 21:12:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDECPS ITU
09STATE38039(C) DEMARCHE TO RUSSIA CONCERNING GOODS AND
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (C) The objectives of this demarche are to: -- Encourage Russia to work together with us to gain agreement on U.S.-proposed designations in the DPRK Sanctions Committee ("1718 Committee") of entities and goods tied to the DPRK's proscribed WMD and mis [...]
2009-04-16 23:52:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALUNSC PARM KN RU
09STATE3842BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050140763 for the export of firearms to the Philippines. Post is requested to complete t [...]
2009-01-14 20:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC RP
09STATE38591ACTION REQUEST: DEMARCHE ON BALTIC ENERGY SECURITY
[...] (SBU) The Prime Ministers and Energy Ministers of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania will meet in Vilnius on April 26-27 to discuss energy security; Poland, Sweden and Finland will be represented at lower levels, as will CEOs of several Baltic energy companies. The United States supports and has [...]
2009-04-17 21:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV ECON ENRG LG LH PL RS SW FI
09STATE38601DEMARCHE TO VIETNAM CONCERNING GOODS AND ENTITIES
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (C) The objectives of this demarche are to encourage Vietnam to work together with us to reach agreement on U.S.-proposed designations in the DPRK Sanctions Committee ("1718 Committee") of entities and goods tied to the DPRK's proscribed WMD and missile [...]
2009-04-17 22:06:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM UNSC KN VM KNNP
09STATE38608DPRK: URGENT DEMARCHE TO LIBYA ON 1718 SANCTIONS
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (C) The objectives of this demarche are to: -- Encourage Libya to work together with us to gain agreement on U.S.-proposed designations in the DPRK Sanctions Committee ("1718 Committee") of entities and goods tied to the DPRK's proscribed WMD and miss [...]
2009-04-17 22:40:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM UNSC KN LY KNNP
09STATE38609PRM RECOMMENDATIONS ON UNHCR SOUTHERN SUDAN
[...] (U) We are now in the fifth year of the organized repatriation of southern Sudanese refugees with probably 12 to 18 months remaining for a concerted push to get all of the remaining refugees home in safety and dignity in time to participate in the 2011 referendum but before uncertainties abou [...]
2009-04-17 22:44:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREF EAID SU
09STATE38617CWC: U.S. RESPONSE TO OPCW LEGAL ADVISER ON
[...] (U) This is an action request for all addressees on Monday, April 20, 2009, see paras 4-6. 2. (U) Background: On April 14, U.S. delreps to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) met with OPCW Technical Secretariat (TS) Legal Adviser Santiago Onate and other OPCW TS [...]
2009-04-18 01:57:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM PREL CWC IZ
09STATE39151SECRETARY CLINTON'S APRIL 15 MEETING WITH EU
[...] (U) Meeting took place April 15, 2009; 12:30 - 1:10 pm; Washington, DC. 2. (U) Participants U.S. ------ The Secretary Special Envoy for Eurasian Energy, Richard Morningstar EUR - Daniel Fried, Assistant Secretary NSC [...]
2009-04-20 19:45:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEUN PGOV PREL
09STATE3925DEMARCHE REQUEST: POSSIBLE UNAUTHORIZED
[...] This is an Action Request. Please see paragraph 6. ---------- BACKGROUND ---------- 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls (PM/DTCC) has recently obtained information indicating that the Policia Nacional Civil (PNC) of El Salvador has entered a "swap agreement" with Salvad [...]
2009-01-14 22:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC ES
09STATE39730HCOC - RESPONDING TO HUNGARY'S REQUEST FOR INPUT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paras 3 and 4. 2. (SBU) Background: Ref reports Hungary's plans - as chair of the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC) - to reach out to a number of countries, including Iran, China, India, Pakistan, and Brazil i [...]
2009-04-21 20:44:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE39834ISRAEL ASKS RUSSIAN DFM TO POSTPONE UNSC
[...] (C) SUMMARY. On April 21, PolOff met with Russian Embassy Political Counselor Alexey Skosyrev to discuss the recent visit to Israel by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Saltanov. Saltanov's main meetings were with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Lieberman, and National Secu [...]
2009-04-22 12:12:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL KWBG RU UN IS
09STATE40237UKRAINE: REPORTING ON THE FEBRUARY 24-25, 2009
[...] No summary [...]
2009-04-22 18:23:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL EWWT PHSA UP
09STATE4079U.S.-POLAND STRATEGIC COOPERATION - RESPONSE TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Post is requested to provide to the appropriate officials the text in paragraph 3 as the U.S. response to the Polish Memorandum on Strategic Cooperation. The text of the original Polish memorandum is included for reference in paragraph 4. 2. (U) Background: [...]
2009-01-15 15:02:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDMARR MASS MCAP PL
09STATE40824HCOC - ENCOURAGING INDIA TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE HCOC
[...] (C) Summary: Department requests Embassy to encourage India to subscribe to the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC). This overture is consistent with India's positive efforts related to preventing the spread of ballistic missiles via harmonization and adherenc [...]
2009-04-23 16:49:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE40874JCIC-DIP-09-002: PROVISION IN ADVANCE OF DATA ON
[...] (SBU) This is an action request. See paragraph 4 below. 2. (SBU) Background: In Joint Compliance and Inspection Commission (JCIC) Joint Statement Number 21, the parties are obligated to provide, "in advance,[?] information on ICBMs and SLBMs used to deliver objects into the upper atmosp [...]
2009-04-23 18:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM KACT START US RS UP BO KZ
09STATE4103(S) POSSIBLE NORTH KOREAN SHIPMENT OF
[...] (S) We have received information that a delegation from the North Korean weapons trading firm Korea Mining and Development Corporation, or KOMID, will travel to Sub-Saharan Africa. We believe, based on the timing, that this trip is likely related to a shipment en route to the region aboard [...]
2009-01-15 15:37:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL MNUC AO CG SF KN
09STATE4104SYRIAN ENTITY OF PROLIFERATION CONCERN SEEKS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background and Objectives: The U.S. has information indicating that in early 2008, Syria's Industrial Solutions placed an order with the Chinese firm Shanghai Yuanshan Industry and Trade Company for a consignm [...]
2009-01-15 15:39:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA CH SY
09STATE41047SYRIAN MISSILE ENTITY SEEKING MACHINE TOOL PARTS
[...] This is an action request. Embassy Stockholm, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that the Syrian firm Handasieh recently sought to replace or exchange broken parts of a milling machine from the Swedish firm Abene Machine AB. We also [...]
2009-04-23 20:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL SW SY
09STATE41098SPANISH COMPANY ORION AIR LEASING AIRCRAFT TO
[...] (C) Department requests action addressee approach Orion Air to discuss their decision to lease two aircraft to Syrian Pearl Airways (Reftel). Post may draw from the attached talking points as needed. Post is also requested to obtain from Orion Air any relevant documents, such as the lease a [...]
2009-04-23 22:36:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEAIR ETRD ETTC PGOV PREL SP SY
09STATE41124HLTF ACTION REQUEST: U.S. NON-PAPER ON THE
[...] (SBU) This is an action request. USNATO is requested to deliver the text in para 2 to the NATO International Staff to distribute on April 24 as a U.S. non-paper on the status of the elements of the Parallel Actions Package. This paper was requested by Allies at the March 12 HLTF and will se [...]
2009-04-24 01:10:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKCFE PARM PREL
09STATE4134SPANISH METAL MERCHANT SUPPLIES SYRIAN ENTITIES OF PROLIFERATION CONCERN (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-01-15 16:35:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC MNUC MTCR PARM PREL SP SY TSPA
09STATE4159IRANIAN PROCUREMENT NETWORK CONTINUES EFFORTS TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Background and Objectives: In early October 2008, we shared with German officials information indicating that Malaysia's Evertop Services and its Iran-based parent company, Farazeh Equipment Distributor Company [...]
2009-01-15 17:24:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM ETTC MNUC TSPA IR MY GM
09STATE41665ENGAGING OIC STATES ON KOSOVO RECOGNITION
[...] (SBU) This is an action request for OIC-member posts to approach host governments to urge recognition of Kosovo as well as to reinforce reftel demarche seeking support for Kosovo,s membership bids in the IMF and World Bank. Posts may advise Department if an approach would be counterproductive [...]
2009-04-24 22:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL KV
09STATE4297APPROACHING THE EU IN ADVANCE OF THE JANUARY
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 25. 2. (SBU) Summary: EU Foreign Ministers will hold their next General Affairs and External Relations Council (GAERC) meeting in Brussels January 26-27. We expect the formal agenda to include: Western Balkans, Sudan/Darfur, Zimbabwe, Ukraine [...]
2009-01-15 20:33:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEUN PREL PGOV ZL AF SU ZI UP BO
09STATE43041CYPRUS - GUIDANCE FOR APRIL 30 SECURITY COUNCIL
[...] (U) This is an action request: USUN is instructed to draw from the points below during UN Security Council consultations on Cyprus scheduled for April 30, 2009. 2. (U) Begin points: -- Thank you Mr. President. I would like to welcome Special Advisor Downer to the Council and thank you f [...]
2009-04-28 21:39:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL UNSC KPKO PBTS GR TU CY UK
09STATE43053HLTF: SHARING RUSSIAN PAPER ON CFE
[...] (U) This is an action cable. 2. (SBU) Mission is requested ask the IS to deliver to delegations promptly on Thursday, April 30, a copy of the paper contained in paper 3 below along with the following explanatory remarks : -- Following up on discussions during the April 28 HLTF meeting [...]
2009-04-28 22:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKCFE PARM PREL NATO
09STATE43577BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050137408 for the export of pistols to Thailand. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-04-29 20:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE43578BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050117106 for the export of firearms and components to Belgium. Post is requested to [...]
2009-04-29 20:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC BE
09STATE43586ENCOURAGING PROGRESS ON RESOLVING
[...] (U) This is an action request cable. Please see paragraph 8. 2. (SBU) BACKGROUND: The border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia has simmered since both countries declared independence from Yugoslavia in 1991. Various governments have attempted but failed to resolve the issue bilaterall [...]
2009-04-29 20:13:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL EUN HR SL
09STATE4369DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR THAILAND LEAHY REQUEST - DAO
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and found that, to date, it possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights committed by the units and commanders listed below. These units and commanders are candidates to participate in DAO Bangkok JCET Teak Torch 09-2 and Ba [...]
2009-01-15 23:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS MOPS PHUM PREL SNAR KCRM TH
09STATE43864(SBU) REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON MIGRATION IN
[...] (SBU) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS ARE MONITORING THE IMPACT OF THE GLOBAL FINANCIAL CRISIS ON MIGRATION PATTERNS IN EUROPE AND THE POTENTIAL FOR WIDESCALE DISPLACEMENT OF CITIZENS IN THE EU, THE BALKANS, AND THE NORDIC COUNTRIES THAT COULD POSSIBLY FUEL SOCIAL TENSION AND PUT PRESSURE ON EUROPEAN AND [...]
2009-04-30 14:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPINR ECON ELAB EUN PGOV PREL SMIG AL AU BE BK BU DA
09STATE44240JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR ATA COURSE 6909
[...] (SBU) In response to reftel Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of infor [...]
2009-04-30 22:48:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYJO MASS PHUM PREL
09STATE44543CONSULAR CRISIS MANAGEMENT: 2008-2009 LESSONS
[...] SUMMARY: Consular sections respond to individual crises daily, but larger scale crises add layers of complexity. 7 FAM 1800 and 12 FAH-1 should be the basis for your plans, but this cable provides examples of common lessons learned in different types of crises including the 2007 Lima earthqu [...]
2009-05-01 16:28:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCASC CMGT AEMR AMGT ASEC
09STATE44606INTERMEDIARY SEEKS PRESSURE TRANSMITTERS FROM
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background and Objectives: The United States has information indicating that in late October 2008, the German firm Armaturenbau GmbH offered 200 pressure transmitters to the Iranian firm Bokhar Niro Company. Bo [...]
2009-05-01 18:27:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCR PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA IR GM
09STATE44837US DEBIT CARD PROGRAM FOR LES TRAVEL: Q AND A
[...] Reftel announced a new program under the Department,s new Smartpay 2 task order, the US Debit Card (USDC). The program allows LES employees to obtain travel advances on a branded prepaid debit card rather than to have to travel with sizeable cash advances. A large number of posts have expres [...]
2009-05-04 12:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAFIN AFSN AMGT
09STATE44996HCOC - ENCOURAGING ADDITIONAL COUNTRIES TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see para 4. 2. (SBU) Background: Per reftels, the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC; also known as the International Code of Conduct, or ICOC; text at para 5) was formally brought into effect on November 25, 2002 at [...]
2009-05-04 15:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE44998HCOC - ENCOURAGING ADDITIONAL COUNTRIES TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see para 4. 2. (SBU) Background: Per reftels, the Hague Code of Conduct Against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC; also known as the International Code of Conduct, or ICOC; text at para 5) was formally brought into effect on November 25, 2002 at [...]
2009-05-04 15:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMTCRE PREL MNUC KSCA ETTC TSPA
09STATE45204IRANIAN FIRM SEEKING CONTROLLED MACHINE TOOL ACCESSORIES FROM A COMPANY IN TAIWAN (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-04 20:46:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR
09STATE45229U.S.-EU TASK FORCE READOUT
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY The U.S.-EU Task Force covered a range of priority economic, political, and other issues during an April 27 meeting in Washington. The U.S. team was led by PDAS Ries and NSC Director Toby Bradley, and included other Department and interagency attendees. The EU team was led by [...]
2009-05-04 21:48:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEAGR ECON ENRG ETRD IR PGOV PREL TBIO
09STATE45504DIPLOMATIC SECURITY DAILY
[...] (U) Diplomatic Security Daily, May 5, 2009 2. (U) Iraq - Paragraphs 8-13 3. (U) Significant Events - Paragraphs 14-20 4. (U) Key Concerns - Paragraphs 21-32 5. (U) Threats & Analysis - Paragraphs 33-36 6. (U) Cyber Threats - Paragraphs 37-45 7. (U) Suspicious Activity Incide [...]
2009-05-05 16:44:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNASEC
09STATE45615 New FSI Facility Manager Tradecraft Training Courses
[...] FSI announces the launch of five new courses for the Facility Manager (FM) profession. Facility managers, General Service Officers serving at posts without FMs and Senior FM LES staff should take advantage of one or more of these courses to refresh and develop their skills. These courses are [...]
2009-05-05 18:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAPER AMGT AFSI AFSN ABLD ASUP ATRN
09STATE46302DEMARCHE: IAEA DIRECTOR GENERAL ELECTION
[...] (C) Department requests Embassy to urge host government to vote for Ambassador Yukiya Amano of Japan for Director General (DG) of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Ambassador Amano is the best qualified candidate for Director General and the USG's preferred choice to lead the Ag [...]
2009-05-06 23:50:00Secretary of StateSECRETAORC KNNP IAEA PREL
09STATE4638WESTERN AND CENTRAL PACIFIC FISHERIES COMMISSION
[...] (U) SUMMARY. The fifth meeting of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission was held in Busan, Korea from 8 ) 12 December 2008. The meeting focused on conservation and management measures for the region,s two major fish stocks - yellowfin and bigeye tuna, adopting a suite of measur [...]
2009-01-16 16:57:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEFIS PHSA SENV KSCA XB XV ZN AQ AS CA CH CW FM FJ
09STATE46729GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO) Assistant Director Phil Thomas, Analyst-in-Charge Jeffrey Baldwin-Bott, and Analyst, Erin Carson to conduct interviews with the UN Development Program and other UN officials in support of their review of the U [...]
2009-05-07 19:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT ASEC IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA
09STATE46946SRI LANKA NEGOTIATING TO PROCURE LETHAL MILITARY
[...] (U) This message contains an action request, please see paragraph 6. ------- Summary ------- 2. (S/NF) The Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) is negotiating the procurement of Lethal Military Equipment (LME) from North Korea and Iran. Recent intelligence reports indicate that a Sri Lankan company re [...]
2009-05-08 12:47:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNETTC KN KNNP MARR MCAP MOPS PARM PINR PREL
09STATE47099RESPONSE TO LICENSING AUTHORITY OF SWEDEN ABOUT
[...] (U) This is an action message. The Department requests that the Embassy at the earliest opportunity approach the appropriate official in Sweden's Inspectorate of Strategic Products, as per paragraph 4 below, to relate our response regarding Wassenaar Arrangement notification US2008 [...]
2009-05-08 15:50:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC KSTC PARM PREL PTER SW
09STATE47360KUDOS AND ACTION REQUEST: VOTING FOR KOSOVO'S
[...] (SBU) On May 6, Kosovo,s membership in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was accepted overwhelmingly with 96 countries voting in favor of membership and another 32 casting abstentions. Kosovo,s membership received significant support throughout the world, but especially in the Arab world [...]
2009-05-08 21:42:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN PREL KV
09STATE47369KUDOS AND ACTION REQUEST: VOTING FOR KOSOVO'S
[...] (SBU) On May 6, Kosovo,s membership in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was accepted overwhelmingly with 96 countries voting in favor of membership and another 32 casting abstentions. Kosovo,s membership received significant support throughout the world, but especially in the Arab world [...]
2009-05-08 22:10:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN PREL KV
09STATE47372KUDOS AND ACTION REQUEST: VOTING FOR KOSOVO'S
[...] (SBU) On May 6, Kosovo,s membership in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was accepted overwhelmingly with 96 countries voting in favor of membership and another 32 casting abstentions. Kosovo,s membership received significant support throughout the world, but especially in the Arab world [...]
2009-05-08 22:24:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN PREL KV
09STATE47394SECRETARY CLINTON'S MEETING WITH SWEDISH FOREIGN MINISTER CARL BILDT, MAY 5, 2009, 3:15 P.M., WASHINGTON, D.C.
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Daniel Fried for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) May 5, 2009, 3:15 ? 4:00, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. ---- The Secretary EUR Assistant Secretary Dan Fried Special Envoy for Energy Security Amb. Richard Morningstar Deputy [...]
2009-05-09 00:35:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALAF CE CZ EAID ENRG EU IR IS IZ KN KNNP KWBG NATO NO PARM PGOV PHUM PREL RS SENV SO VIP
09STATE47918(S/NF) KUDOS AND FOLLOWUP QUESTIONS ON BALTIC
[...] (C/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS WOULD LIKE TO SEND KUDOS TO POST FOR THE VERY INSIGHTFUL REFTEL ON BALTIC ENERGY INTERCONNECTIONS, WHICH WILL BE USED IN FINISHED PRODUCTS. ANALYSTS WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ADDITIONAL REPORTING ON EU ASSISTANCE TO JOINT BALTIC ENERGY PROJECTS IF THIS INFORMATION CAN B [...]
2009-05-11 21:28:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNPINR ECON ENRG EPET EUN BE LG LH
09STATE4811DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR THAILAND LEAHY REQUEST - DAO
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and found that, to date, it possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights committed by the units and commanders listed below. These units and commanders are candidates to participate in the JUSMAG Bangkok JCET Balance Torch 0 [...]
2009-01-16 21:13:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS MOPS PHUM PREL SNAR KCRM TH
09STATE48359ANTARCTICA: THE THIRTY-SECOND ANTARCTIC TREATY
[...] Begin Summary and Comment: The 32nd Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) met in Baltimore, Maryland, on April 6-17, 2009, to discuss a range of issues related to Antarctica. The Meeting was convened initially at the Department of State in Washington as part of the first-ever joint mee [...]
2009-05-12 18:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAORC AY KSCA KTIA SENV TPHY
09STATE48525UNSC 1718 COMMITTEE DESIGNATION OF DPRK ENTITIES SUBJECT TO ASSET FREEZE
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-12 23:23:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNEFIN ETTC KNNP PREL PARM XE ZO KN
09STATE4933CFE: JCG OPENING OF SESSION GUIDANCE AND
[...] (SBU) As the Winter 2009 Joint Consultative Group (JCG) session opens, Russia's ongoing CFE "suspension," which began on December 12, 2007, will continue to dominate discussion. We also expect calls by Russia to use the JCG as a primary venue to negotiate at least some aspects of the CFE impa [...]
2009-01-17 02:56:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYOSCE PARM PREL KCFE
09STATE50206COTE D'IVOIRE NOMINATES CANDIDATE FOR UNCTAD
[...] (U) Reftel contained a dipnote regarding the nomination by the Government of the Cote d'Ivoire of Ambassador Guy Alain Gauze, that Government's representative in Geneva, for Secretary General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The Department appreciates post's [...]
2009-05-15 20:27:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL UNCTAD IV
09STATE50258CONTINUING COOPERATION BETWEEN NORTH KOREA'S
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Sanaa, please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Background, Purpose, and Objective: In May 2008, the United States shared information with the ROYG concerning planned travel by a Yemeni delegation to North Korea to meet with representatives from the North Kor [...]
2009-05-15 21:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL KN YM
09STATE50260(S) IRAN'S MISSILE PROGRAM ACQUIRES MACHINE TOOLS FROM ROK VIA TURKISH INTERMEDIARY
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-15 22:06:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL IR TU KS
09STATE50286SECRETARY CLINTON'S MEETING WITH FINNISH
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Philip H. Gordon for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) May 11, 2009, 11:00 11:45, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. ---- The Secretary EUR DAS Judy Garber NSC Director Jeff Hovenier S Staff: Jake Sullivan EUR/NB Estonia/Finland [...]
2009-05-16 02:31:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM NATO EAID IAEA PARM KNNP
09STATE50608BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050045480 for the export of machineguns to Kenya. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lan [...]
2009-05-18 15:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC KE
09STATE50637BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050169981 for the export of firearms to New Zealand. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-05-18 16:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC NZ
09STATE50848BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 1: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050051029 and 050050791 for the export of firearms to Georgia. Post is requested to [...]
2009-05-18 20:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC GG GT
09STATE50892DEMARCHE ON UN CONFERENCE ON DEVELOPMENT IMPACT
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph three. 2. (SBU) Summary. United Nations (UN) member states are preparing to participate in the June 1-3 UN "Conference on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and its Impact on Development" to be presided over by the President of the [...]
2009-05-18 22:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEAID ECON EFIN UNGA
09STATE50903SENIOR LEVEL DISCUSSIONS ON MISSILE DEFENSE
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) SUMMARY. During their April 1 meeting in London, President Obama and President Medvedev acknowledged that while differences remain over the purposes of deployment of missile defense assets in Europe, the U.S. and Russia would discuss [...]
2009-05-19 00:07:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR PARM PREL KTIA RS
09STATE50910U.S. NON-PAPER ON ELEMENTS OF A START FOLLOW-ON
[...] (SBU) Background: A U.S. delegation led by Assistant Secretary for Verification, Compliance, and Implementation, Rose Gottemoeller, is scheduled to begin negotiations regarding a START follow-on agreement with a Russian delegation led by Russian MFA Director of Security and Disarmament Affair [...]
2009-05-19 02:18:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM KACT START US RS UP BO KZ
09STATE51165FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of firearms to Tanzania. This request was sent over 45 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already responded to subject case, [...]
2009-05-19 16:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TZ
09STATE51405U.S. POLICY ON IRAQI REFUGEES AND DISPLACED
[...] (C) SUMMARY. This cable describes the new U.S. policy on assisting Iraqi refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). It expands upon the objectives described by the President in his February 27 speech in which he committed to helping the millions of displaced Iraqis inside Iraq and in [...]
2009-05-19 23:00:00Secretary of StateSECRETPGOV PHUM PREF PREL SY JO IZ
09STATE52061BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-21 13:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AE
09STATE52214BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050086203 for the export of firearms to Belize. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-05-21 16:44:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC BH
09STATE528OES BUREAU COMMENTS ON GABORONE REO FY 2009
[...] Summary: The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) thanks Regional Environment, Science, Technology and Health Officer (REO),Anthony Woods, Ambassador Stephen Nolan, Deputy Chief of Mission, Phillip Drouin, USAID Natural Resource Manager, Chris Schaan, [...]
2009-01-05 16:09:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDSENV TBIO EAID ZU BC
09STATE529OES BUREAU COMMENTS ON ADDIS ABABA REO FY 2009
[...] Summary: The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) thanks Regional Environment, Science, Technology and Health Officer (REO),Kirsten Bauman, Refugee and Environmental Assistant, Shawna Hirsch, and Regional Environmental Specialist, Moges Worku, for thei [...]
2009-01-05 16:10:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDSENV TBIO EFIS XA XW ET
09STATE52964REPORT ON FIRST WEEK OF NPT PREPCOM III, MAY 4-8,
[...] (SBU) Summary: This is the first in a series of reporting messages on the third meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference (NPT PrepCom III),which met in New York on May 4-15, 2009. The U.S. Delegation to the PrepCom achieved much of its m [...]
2009-05-22 19:18:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKNNP PARM PREL NPT
09STATE52978OSCE/FSC: 2009 U.S. SUBMISSION ON ANTI-PERSONNEL
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (U) In 2004 the Forum for Security Cooperation (FSC) agreed on FSC.DEC/7/04 on "Updating the OSCE Questionnaire on Anti-Personnel Mines and Explosive Remnants of War," which requested all participating States to submit their questionnaire responses to o [...]
2009-05-22 19:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PARM PREL
09STATE52985GEORGIA - GUIDANCE FOR MAY 27 SECURITY COUNCIL
[...] (U) This is an action request: USUN is instructed to draw from the points below during UN Security Council consultations on Georgia scheduled for May 27, 2009. 2. (U) Begin points: -- The United States takes note of the Secretary General,s latest report on the situation in Georgia. -- T [...]
2009-05-22 20:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL GG
09STATE53069KFOR: GUIDANCE ON MOVEMENT TO A DETERRENT PRESENCE
[...] (U) This is an action request, please see paragraph 7. ---------- BACKGROUND ---------- 2. (C) SHAPE assesses that security conditions warrant a draw down of NATO's Kosovo Force (KFOR) to Deterrent Presence (DP) over the next 12-24 months. Several Allies support the development of a [...]
2009-05-23 00:19:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKV MARR NATO PGOV PREL KPKO
09STATE53356INDIAN GRAPHITE SUPPLIER AGAIN DOING BUSINESS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Background: In October 2007, we shared with the government of India information related to the supply by the Indian firm XXXXXXXXXXXX of high-density MTCR-controlled graphite to Iran's Ward Company (Refs A & B). We later advised the G [...]
2009-05-26 14:23:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC KSCA IN IR
09STATE53367LEAHY VETTING FOR CANDIDATES SELECTED TO
[...] (SBU) The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that as of May 26, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the officers listed below: Name: Kalume Bakari Rank: Lieutenant Colonel DOB: November 5, 1960 Name: JP Wabo Bita-Kuya [...]
2009-05-26 14:47:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS PHUM CG
09STATE53545BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050088885 for the export of firearms to Oman. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-05-26 18:31:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MU
09STATE53702BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050121834 for the export of rifles to France. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-05-26 19:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC FR
09STATE53816HLTF: GUIDANCE FOR MAY 26-28 AWAY DAY
[...] (SBU) The NATO High Level Task Force (HLTF) will meet from May 26-28 at the NATO School in Oberammergau to take stock of the current situation with CFE and brainstorm on possible ways forward. During the April 29 meeting, Allies agreed that discussion at the Away Day would be based on the U.S [...]
2009-05-27 01:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKCFE PARM PREL
09STATE54155BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050132756 for the export of firearms to Saudi Arabia. Post is requested to complete this Blue [...]
2009-05-27 16:57:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SA
09STATE54156BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050169035 for the export of ammunition to Russia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-05-27 16:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC RS
09STATE54436HAGUE CODE OF CONDUCT AGAINST BALLISTIC MISSILE
[...] (C) The following guidance is provided to the U.S. delegation participating in the HCOC Annual Meeting, in Vienna, on May 28-29, 2009. 2. (C) BEGIN GUIDANCE: In discussing HCOC Annual Meeting agenda items, the delegation should seek HCOC outcomes that are consistent with U.S. foreign [...]
2009-05-28 00:58:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMTCRE PARM MNUC KSCA TSPA ETTC
09STATE54498LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE: MANAGUA 472
[...] (SBU) As of May 20, 2009, the Department of State possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights by the individuals or units listed. Unit: Juvenile Affairs of the Nicaraguan National Police Ramos Romero, Lidia Elizabeth; Comm; 19 Jul 1955 Vasquez Balmaceda, Paola De Jes [...]
2009-05-28 12:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMASS MOPS PHUM PINR NU
09STATE54779GUIDANCE: PROPOSED U.S. CONTRIBUTIONS TO NATO
[...] (SBU) In general, Washington concurs that a robust, usable, and collectively sourced NRF is an important Alliance crisis response and transformation capability. The primary challenge to the NRF has been and remains sourcing the force. Establishing national targets for NRF resourcing is a pr [...]
2009-05-28 18:48:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR NATO PREL PGOV
09STATE54790REPORT ON SECOND WEEK OF NPT PREPCOM III, MAY 9-15
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY. Week Two continued discussions on peaceful uses of nuclear energy and Withdrawal. A highlight of Week Two was states parties review, consultations, and discussions by delegations of the Chairman,s draft set of recommendations to the 2010 Review Conference (RevCon). There was v [...]
2009-05-28 19:02:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKNNP PARM PREL NPT
09STATE55556JCIC-XXXIV-GUIDANCE-001 -- OMNIBUS GUIDANCE
[...] (U) These instructions must be received by the JCIC Delegation in Geneva by opening of business June 8, 2009, for use during the JCIC session that convenes that day. The United States proposed that the Parties meet for JCIC-XXXIV (State 043464) and the Russian Federation accepted (State 04648 [...]
2009-05-30 00:32:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM KACT START US RS UP BO KZ
09STATE55975FOLLOW UP: BLUE LANTERN LEVEL THREE-LICENSE
[...] According to our records, we have not yet received a response to subject Blue Lantern request regarding the export of carbines and grenade launchers to Pakistan. This request was sent over 100 days ago. We request an update from post regarding the status of this case. If post has already re [...]
2009-06-01 16:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE56261GUIDANCE: IRAQ RESOLUTION RECOMMENDATIONS
[...] (C/REL to UN, GB, FR, CN, RU) Washington requests USUN to draw from the following U.S. policy positions as background in discussions with the UN Secretariat and P5 members. The Department will email post a separate non-paper providing facts to share with the UN and the P5. Per UN Resolution 1 [...]
2009-06-02 01:52:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL UNSC IZ KU
09STATE56857BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of communications equipment to Canada. E [...]
2009-06-03 12:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE57279PROPOSAL FOR FURTHER SENIOR LEVEL DISCUSSIONS ON
[...] This is an action request. See paragraph 3. 2. (S) SUMMARY. A U.S. interagency delegation led by Ambassador Stephen Mull met with a Russian interagency delegation headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov on ballistic missile defense and U.S.-Russia Joint Data Exchange Center (JDEC) [...]
2009-06-03 20:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETMARR PREL PARM KTIA RS
09STATE57530BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050016624 for the export of firearms to Mexico. Post is requested to complete this Blue L [...]
2009-06-04 14:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC MX
09STATE57901JDEC/PLNS NON-PAPER: "RARE EXCEPTIONS" FOR
[...] This is an action request. See paragraph 3. 2. (C) SUMMARY. On May 28, 2009, in Moscow, a U.S. interagency delegation led by Ambassador Stephen Mull met with a Russian interagency delegation chaired by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov. The agenda focused on bilateral ballistic missi [...]
2009-06-04 22:53:00Secretary of StateSECRETMARR PARM PREL KTIA RS
09STATE57920DEMARCHE REQUEST: ENGAGING ALLIES ON EUROPEAN
[...] (C) SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUEST: The Greek OSCE Chairmanship has called an informal Ministerial on the Island of Corfu to discuss European Security Architecture, responding primarily to a Russian call for a radical overhaul of current institutional arrangements and focused primarily on "hard" [...]
2009-06-05 01:25:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOSCE PREL EU NATO PGOV
09STATE58107DPRK: CIRCULATE DRAFT RESOLUTION
[...] This is an action request. USUN is authorized to circulate the draft resolution in paragraph 2 to all members of the UN Security Council. If other members of the P-5 2 break silence on this text, USUN should consult with the Department before taking further action. 2. Begin text of dr [...]
2009-06-05 15:49:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM UNSC KN
09STATE58374LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE SAN SALVADOR 474, HUMAN
[...] (SBU) As of June 4, 2009 the Department of State possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights by the individuals listed. ESCOBAR PORTILLO , Diego Balmore National Police La Libertad, 14-Sep-67 2. (U) Post is therefore authorized to provide the following statemen [...]
2009-06-05 20:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMASS PHUM PREL SNAR ES
09STATE58439JCIC-XXXIV GUIDANCE-002: ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE
[...] (U) This is the second tranche of guidance for JCIC-XXXIV. These instructions must be received by the JCIC Delegation in Geneva by opening of business June 8, 2009, for use during the JCIC session that convenes that day. JCIC-XXXIV-GUIDANCE-001 (Omnibus Guidance) is contained in Reftel. [...]
2009-06-06 02:24:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM KACT START US RS UP BO KZ
09STATE58613BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of optical component parts to Canada. Em [...]
2009-06-08 13:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE59089BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050140648 for the export of firearms to Guatemala. Post is requested to complete this Blue La [...]
2009-06-09 13:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE59226DEMARCHE ON EUROPEAN SECURITY AND THE CORFU
[...] (C) Summary and Action Request: The Greek OSCE Chairmanship has called an informal Ministerial on the Island of Corfu to discuss European Security Architecture, responding primarily to Russian calls for a radical overhaul of current institutional arrangements and focused primarily on "hard" [...]
2009-06-09 17:24:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOSCE PREL EU NATO PGOV PHUM KDEM ECON
09STATE59235BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050173447 for the export of rifles to Australia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lanter [...]
2009-06-09 17:43:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AS
09STATE59351OSCE PERMANENT COUNCIL: STATEMENT ON MUNICIPAL
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-09 20:26:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAM KDEM OSCE PGOV PHUM PREL
09STATE59424JUNE 3 U.S.-RUSSIA CFE MEETING: NO BREAKTHROUGHS,
[...] (SBU) Summary. U.S. and Russian CFE Teams led by VCI A/S Gottemoeller and Russian MFA Director for Disarmament Antonov met in Geneva in the afternoon of June 3 to review ideas for moving forward on CFE. The meeting had an introductory character, as it was the first time U.S. and Russian inte [...]
2009-06-09 22:08:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALGG KCFE MD NATO PARM PREL RS
09STATE59768BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050146439 for the export of night vision and helmet visors to Guatemala. P [...]
2009-06-10 16:36:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC GT
09STATE59813BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption for the export of aircraft component parts to Canada. Em [...]
2009-06-10 18:20:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE59866PEAK TRANSFER SEASON 2009
[...] SUMMARY. In the past A/LM has sent an ALDAC to posts prior to each transfer season to cover key travel and transportation topics. The number of topics and the length of the ALDAC has expanded to the point that we decided to try a different approach this year. The bulk of useful information o [...]
2009-06-10 19:24:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDATRN AMGT AFIN KSEP
09STATE59944OSCE HUMAN DIMENSION MEETING REQUEST FOR INPUT
[...] (SBU) Summary and Action Request: The OSCE will conduct its annual Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) from September 28 through October 9 in Warsaw. The HDIM is the OSCE's annual review of participating States, implementation of their OSCE commitments to human rights and fundamenta [...]
2009-06-10 20:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYOSCE PHUM PREL PGOV KDEM
09STATE60143PAKISTANI WMD/MISSILE ENTITY SEEKS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Kyiv please see para 3. 2. (S) Background/Objectives: The United States has information indicating that as of late March 2009, Pakistan's National Engineering and Scientific Commission (NESCOM) - the entity responsible for Pakistan's WMD and missil [...]
2009-06-11 14:20:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL MTCRE MNUC UP PK
09STATE60474BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050170791 for the export of rifles to Pakistan. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-06-11 20:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE60485GREECE -- 2009 TIP REPORT: PRESS GUIDANCE AND
[...] This is an action cable; see paras 5 through 7 and 10 through 12. 2. On June 16, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, the Secretary will release the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a press conference in the Department's press briefing room. This release will receive substantial coverage in [...]
2009-06-11 20:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDKTIP ELAB KCRM KPAO KWMN PGOV PHUM PREL SMIG GR
09STATE60588SECRETARY CLINTON'S JUNE 9, 2009 CONVERSATION
[...] (SBU) June 8, 2009; 3:00 p.m.; Washington, D.C. 2. (SBU) Participants: U.S. The Secretary Scot Marciel, EAP Deputy Assistant Secretary Ian Kelly, PA Spokesman Jake Sullivan, Senior Advisor Debra Benavidez, EAP/MTS (Notetaker) INDONESIA Foreign Minister Hassan Wirajuda Bunyan Sapt [...]
2009-06-11 23:35:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOVIP CLINTON HILLARY PGOV PREL ECON ID
09STATE60608ICELAND--2009 TIP REPORT: PRESS GUIDANCE AND
[...] This is an action cable; see paras 5 through 7 and 10. 2. On June 16, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, the Secretary will release the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a press conference in the Department's press briefing room. This release will receive substantial coverage in domestic an [...]
2009-06-12 00:17:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDELAB KCRM KWMN PGOV PHUM PREL SMIG KPAO KTIP IC
09STATE60616DEMARCHE TO ELECTED SECURITY COUNCIL MEMBERS IN
[...] (U) Chiefs of Mission are requested to make a demarche, drawing on the points in paragraph 2 below, at the highest appropriate level, to seek host countries, support for a draft resolution in the UN Security Council that would impose a series of measures in North Korea in response to its decl [...]
2009-06-12 00:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM UNSC KN
09STATE60619NORWAY--2009 TIP REPORT: PRESS GUIDANCE AND
[...] This is an action cable; see paras 5 through 7 and 10. 2. On June 16, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, the Secretary will release the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a press conference in the Department's press briefing room. This release will receive substantial coverage in domestic an [...]
2009-06-12 00:40:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDELAB KCRM KWMN PGOV PHUM PREL SMIG KPAO KTIP NO
09STATE60628SLOVAK REPUBLIC--2009 TIP REPORT: PRESS GUIDANCE
[...] This is an action cable; see paras 5 through 7 and 10. 2. On June 16, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, the Secretary will release the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a press conference in the Department's press briefing room. This release will receive substantial coverage in domestic an [...]
2009-06-12 00:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDELAB KCRM KWMN PGOV PHUM PREL SMIG KPAO KTIP LO
09STATE60907USUN VOTING INSTRUCTIONS ON DPRK RESOLUTION
[...] Mission is authorized to vote for or join consensus on the following resolution text in the Security Council on or after June 12, 2009. 2. Begin Text. The Security Council, Recalling its previous relevant resolutions, including resolution 825 (1993),resolution 1540 (2004),resolut [...]
2009-06-12 15:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM UNSC KN
09STATE61153READOUT OF JUNE 5 MEETING OF G-8 NONPROLIFERATION
[...] (SBU) Acting ISN DAS Matthias Mitman led the U.S. Delegation to the last NPDG meeting before the G-8 Summit. After some heated discussion, the Group agreed on most of the Leaders' nonproliferation statement, but several paragraphs remained in brackets. France remained isolated in opposition t [...]
2009-06-12 20:50:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMNUC PARM PREL KNNP IT
09STATE61156(S) RESPONDING TO TAIWAN ON QUESTIONS REGARDING
[...] This is an action request. AIT Taipei, please see paragraph 5. 2. (S) Background: In March 2009, the United States requested that Taiwan investigate efforts by the Turkey-based company Ak Makina to supply Iran's Ardalan Machineries Company with a variety of machine tools produced by comp [...]
2009-06-12 20:56:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR TU
09STATE61197GUIDANCE FOR 6/17 UNSC DEBATE ON KOSOVO
[...] The Department Requests that USUN draw on the following points for use during the June 17 UN Security Council discussion of Kosovo. 2. Begin points: Mr. President, -- I would like to welcome Special Representative Zannier and thank him for his leadership of the UN Mission in Kosovo (U [...]
2009-06-12 22:47:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL PGOV KO
09STATE61205TRAVEL WARNING: PAKISTAN
[...] The Department of State warns U.S. citizens against non-essential travel to Pakistan in light of the threat of terrorist activity. This replaces the Travel Warning dated February 25, 2009, updates information on security incidents and reminds U.S. citizens of ongoing security concerns in Pak [...]
2009-06-12 23:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCASC PTER ASEC PK
09STATE61212UNITED KINGDOM--2009 TIP REPORT: PRESS GUIDANCE
[...] This is an action cable; see paras 5 through 7 and 10. 2. On June 16, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. EDT, the Secretary will release the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report at a press conference in the Department's press briefing room. This release will receive substantial coverage in domestic an [...]
2009-06-12 23:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDELAB KCRM KWMN PGOV PHUM PREL SMIG KPAO KTIP UK
09STATE61231UN SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 1874 ON NORTH
[...] The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1874 on June 12. This resolution unequivocally condemns North Korea's May 25 claimed nuclear test, imposes unprecedented new sanctions measures to address the threat posed by North Korea's nuclear and missile proliferation acti [...]
2009-06-13 00:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM UNSC KN
09STATE61455BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on a transaction citing the Canadian exemption for the export of electronic component parts to Canada. [...]
2009-06-15 14:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE61457BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Embassy's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on transactions citing the Canadian exemption (part 126.5 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulati [...]
2009-06-15 14:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE61762GEORGIA - UNOMIG ROLLOVER RESOLUTION VOTING
[...] (U) This is an action request. On June 15, 2009, the UN Security Council will vote on a resolution renewing the mandate of the UN Observer Mission in Georgia (UNOMIG). We understand that Russia will likely veto this resolution. USUN is requested to vote in support of the resolution, include [...]
2009-06-15 20:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL GG
09STATE61779RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR LEAHY VETTING FOR NSF 1ST
[...] The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that as of June 15, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the security officers listed below. Â [...]
2009-06-15 20:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDKPAL KWBG PHUM JO IS
09STATE61817U.S. REVISED JOINT STATEMENT RESPONDING TO
[...] This is an action request. See paragraph 4. 2. (C) SUMMARY. A U.S. interagency delegation led by Ambassador Stephen Mull met with a Russian interagency delegation headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov on ballistic missile defense and U.S.-Russia Joint Data Exchange Center (JDEC) [...]
2009-06-15 23:41:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR PREL PARM KTIA RS
09STATE61832GUIDANCE FOR U.S. DELEGATION TO THE U.S./RUSSIA
[...] (U) Assistant Secretary for Verification, Compliance, and Implementation, Rose Gottemoeller, is scheduled to continue negotiations regarding a START follow-on treaty with Russian MFA Director of Security and Disarmament Affairs Anatoliy Antonov, during meetings of the U.S. and Russian Delegati [...]
2009-06-16 00:54:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL KACT START JCIC US KTIA RS
09STATE62057BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050144338 for the export of carbines and grenade launchers to Ecuador. Post is requested to c [...]
2009-06-16 15:16:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC EC
09STATE62186LEAHY VETTING FOR U.S.-SPONSORED TRAINING TO
[...] (SBU) The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that a sof June 16, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the officers listed below: Name: Jean Pierre Bongwangela Grade: Comd DOB: December 27, 1959 Name: Guillaume Baloko Tan [...]
2009-06-16 17:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS PHUM CG
09STATE62392(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: BULGARIA
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on Bulgaria (paragraph 3-end) as well as a request for continued DOS reporting of biographic information relating to Bulgaria (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The NHCD below supercedes the NHCD contained [...]
2009-06-16 21:39:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON BU
09STATE62393(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: HUNGARY
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on Hungary (paragraph 3-end and encourages Department personnel at post to assist in compiling Hungarian biographic information (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The NHCD below supercedes the NHCD contained in R [...]
2009-06-16 21:42:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON HU
09STATE62395(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: ROMANIA
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on Romania (paragraph 3-end) as well as a request for continued DOS reporting of biographic information relating to Romania (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The NHCD below supercedes the NHCD contained in Ref C [...]
2009-06-16 21:45:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON RO
09STATE62397(S) REPORTING AND COLLECTION NEEDS: SLOVENIA
[...] (S/NF) This cable provides the full text of the new National HUMINT Collection Directive (NHCD) on Slovenia (paragraph 3-end) as well as a request for continued DOS reporting of biographic information relating to Slovenia (paragraph 2). A. (S/NF) The NHCD below supercedes the NHCD contained in Ref [...]
2009-06-16 21:48:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR KSPR ECON SI
09STATE62467BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Posts' assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050096081 for the export of electronic communications equipment to Pakistan. Posts are reque [...]
2009-06-17 12:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK AE
09STATE62501BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050123348 for the export of aircraft components to South Africa. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-06-17 12:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SF
09STATE62677BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050168987 and 050175150 for the export of firearms to Thailand. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-06-17 17:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE62847BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050174850 for the export of ammunition to Germany. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lant [...]
2009-06-17 20:19:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GM
09STATE62907ASSIGNMENT AFGHANISTAN: ONE OF OUR HIGHEST FOREIGN
[...] Afghanistan is receiving the high-level policy attention needed to safeguard America's security and rebuild that war- torn country. As President Obama said, "We are in Afghanistan to confront a common enemy that threatens the United States, our friends and allies, and the people of Afghanista [...]
2009-06-17 22:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAPER AMGT AF
09STATE62909DEMARCHE: ARAB LEAGUE MINISTERIAL
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) SUMMARY: Arab and Palestinian reaction to PM Netanyahu's June14 speech has focused entirely on the negative, without acknowledging PM Netanyahu's recognition of a future Palestinian state as a significant step, or recogniz [...]
2009-06-17 23:03:00Secretary of StateSECRETPREL PGOV KPAL XF EAID
09STATE62952CONFERENCE ON DISARMAMENT (CD): GUIDANCE FOR
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-18 03:22:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM MNUC PREL SIPDIS
09STATE6367LEAHY VETTING REQUEST: TRAINING OF AFGHAN
[...] (U) The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that as of 1/23/2009 it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the security officer(s) listed below: Name: Zulaikha Hotak DOB: 1970 Father's Name: Fakir Ahmad Grandfather's Name: unknown POB: Wa [...]
2009-01-23 20:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PINR PTER SNAR AF
09STATE63863(S/NF) KUDOS TO U.S. EMBASSY MANAGUA FOR TDY
[...] (C/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS APPRECIATE POST'S REPORTING ON THE CURRENT MICRO- AND MACROECONOMIC CHALLENGES FACING THE ORTEGA ADMINISTRATION AS HIGHLIGHTED IN REFS. ANALYSTS VALUED THE INSIGHT INTO HOW ORTEGA MAY HANDLE THE BUDGET DEFICIT AND THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF MCC AND EUROPEAN BUDGET SUPPORT, [...]
2009-06-19 17:23:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR ECIN ECON EINV ETRD NU
09STATE63997USUN MISSION CLEARANCE - UN CONFERENCE ON THE
[...] (U) Mission clearance is requested for U.S. participants to travel to New York to attend the UN conference on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and its impact on development to be held June 24-26, 2009. 2. (U) Participants traveling to New York are: Mr. John Hurley Directo [...]
2009-06-19 19:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE64133Urging ASEAN Implementation of UN SECURITY COUNCIL
[...] (C) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (C) The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1874 on June 12. This resolution unequivocally condemns North Korea's May 25 announced nuclear test, contains unprecedented new measures to address the threat [...]
2009-06-21 00:20:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPARM PREL MNUC MTCRE KN ASEAN COLLECTIVE
09STATE6424DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR PHILIPPINES LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and found that, as of this date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individuals identified below. These individuals are candidates for the FBI Basic Fingerprint Training starts January 27-30, 2009 in [...]
2009-01-23 21:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM PINR PREL PTER SNAR MARR RP
09STATE64631ALLIANCE AND USG COORDINATION ON PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
[...] (S/NF) Our embassies and military commands in the Republic of Korea (ROK),Japan, and the region need to work closely with host governments and provide consistent public messaging in the event of any further North Korean provocations or threatening actions such as missile launches, nuclear test [...]
2009-06-22 23:18:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNMARR PREL PARM KPAO KN KS JN
09STATE64642GUIDANCE: MIDDLE EAST DEBATE, JUNE 23
[...] (U) This is an action request. USUN should draw from the following building blocks for remarks during June 23 consultations on the Middle East. 2. (SBU) Begin building blocks: It is the policy of the United States to move quickly and actively to seek a lasting peace between Israel and it [...]
2009-06-23 01:47:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL UNSC KPAL KPKO IS LE
09STATE64643GUIDANCE FOR U.S. DELEGATION TO U.S./RUSSIA
[...] (U) Assistant Secretary for Verification, Compliance, and Implementation, Rose Gottemoeller, is scheduled to head the U.S. delegation in continuing negotiations regarding a START follow-on treaty with Russian MFA Director of Security and Disarmament Affairs Anatoliy Antonov, in Geneva, Switzer [...]
2009-06-23 01:50:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL KACT KTIA START JCIC US RS
09STATE649712009 OAS GENERAL ASSEMBLY WRAP-UP REPORT
[...] (U) This cable is from the U.S. Permanent Mission to the Organization of American States. 2. (U) Note: This cable reports on activities at the Organization of American States General Assembly (OASGA) in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. We report on other OASGA decisions on Cuba in SEPTEL. Info [...]
2009-06-23 16:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEFIN ETRD KSUM PGOV PHUM PREL SOCI XM OAS
09STATE65286(S) POSSIBLE PAYMENT TO JAPANESE FIRM FROM
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Tokyo, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information indicating that, as of September 2008, the Myanmar branch of the Korea Mining Development General Trading Corporation (KOMID) was arranging a payment of $1 million t [...]
2009-06-24 12:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA JA KN
09STATE65483IMPLEMENTING UN SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION
[...] (U) This is an action request. See para 5. 2. (U) The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1874 on June 12. This resolution unequivocally condemns North Korea's May 25 claimed nuclear test, imposes unprecedented new measures to address the threat posed by North [...]
2009-06-24 16:06:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPARM PREL MNUC MTCRE KN
09STATE66233BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050106987 for the export of rifles to Uruguay. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lanter [...]
2009-06-25 22:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC UY
09STATE66234BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050083308 for the export of rifles to Russia. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern [...]
2009-06-25 22:22:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC RS
09STATE66250IMPLEMENTATION OF UNSCR 1874 FINANCIAL
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 4. ---------------------- SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND ---------------------- 2. (SBU) On June 12, 2009, the U.N. Security Council adopted Resolution 1874, a Chapter VII resolution imposing further measures on the Democratic People's Repu [...]
2009-06-25 23:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN PARM PREL KNNP
09STATE66578(S) TURKISH FIRM AK MAKINA'S CONTINUED ASSISTANCE TO MISSILE-RELATED ENTITIES IN IRAN
[...] No summary [...]
2009-06-26 18:26:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW IR TU
09STATE669DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR INDONESIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individuals identified below. These individuals are candidates for participation in an ICITAP Maritime Security Development Project Command [...]
2009-01-05 20:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM MARR KCRM PINR PREL SNAR ID
09STATE67100BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050127979 for the export of rifles to Paraguay. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-06-29 16:54:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PA
09STATE67106BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050171972 for the export of aviation equipment to the Czech Republic. Post is req [...]
2009-06-29 17:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC EZ GM
09STATE67127START FOLLOW-ON NEGOTIATIONS, GENEVA
[...] (U) This is SFO-GVA-II-005. 2. (U) Meeting Date: June 24, 2009 Time: 11:00 A.M. ) 12:30 P.M. Place: U.S. Mission, Geneva ------- SUMMARY ------- 3. (S) The third meeting of the third session of the START Follow-on negotiations focused on receiving [...]
2009-06-29 17:40:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM KACT START US RS
09STATE68116ASSISTANT SECRETARY GORDON'S MEETING IN CORFU
[...] Summary. This cable is for information. On June 28 in Corfu, in a short discussion with Assistant Secretary Gordon on the margins of the informal meeting of OSCE Foreign Ministers, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Usackas expressed skepticism regarding the near-term prospects for improved relation [...]
2009-07-01 13:37:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL RS LH BO
09STATE68122BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050121146 and 050098938 for the export of gyroscopes to Israel. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-07-01 13:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IS
09STATE68248GUIDANCE: ENGAGING THE GOI ON UNSC RESOLUTIONS
[...] (C) Action request and summary: Department requests Embassy Baghdad to deliver the non-paper in paragraph 3 and engage with the Government of Iraq (GOI) to learn its views and priorities regarding the suggested recommendations below for working toward achieving the international standing equal [...]
2009-07-01 16:59:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALIZ PREL UNSC KU
09STATE68250GERMAN TEST CHAMBER SOLD BY CHINESE SUBSIDIARY TO IRAN'S DIO (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-01 17:06:00Secretary of StateSECRETCH ETTC GM IR MNUC MTCRE PARM PREL TSPA
09STATE68543TRAVEL WARNING - IRAN
[...] The Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens to carefully consider the risks of travel to Iran. Dual national Iranian-American citizens may encounter difficulty in departing Iran. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events and carefully consider non-e [...]
2009-07-01 21:13:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDCASC ASEC PTER IR
09STATE68555OFFICE OF IRANIAN AFFAIRS JULY 1 IRAN ELECTION
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-01 21:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV KDEM IR PHUM
09STATE6922DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR INDONESIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individual identified below. This individual is a candidate to attend the ODC - Squadron Leaders Course scheduled from February 16, 2009 th [...]
2009-01-26 20:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM MARR KCRM PINR PGOV PREL SNAR ID
09STATE69684INFORMATION FOR UK DESIGNATION OF IRISL
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 5. ---------------------- SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND ---------------------- 2. (S) Summary: The Department wishes to provide the UK with information on the proliferation-related activities of Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IR [...]
2009-07-06 17:42:00Secretary of StateSECRETECON EFIN KNNP PARM PINR PREL
09STATE69718BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050170718 for the export of firearms components to Switzerland. Post is requested [...]
2009-07-06 18:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SZ
09STATE69790IRPO & NEA/IR ELECTION SPOT REPORT JULY 2
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-06 20:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYIR KDEM PGOV PHUM PREL
09STATE69805INSTRUCTIONS FOR ICTY/ICTR EXTENSION RESOLUTIONS
[...] The Department authorizes USUN to vote for adoption of the following resolutions, included in paras 2 and 3, to be considered by the Council on Tuesday, July 7, extending the terms of the judges of the International Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and Rwanda (ICTR),2. Begin ICTY [...]
2009-07-06 21:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL ICTY ICTR
09STATE69813KOSOVO - REDUCING THE FREQUENCY OF UNMIK REPORTS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. OBJECTIVES AND ACTION REQUEST ----------------------------- 2. (SBU) The Department requests that USUN work with the Secretariat and UNSC members to reduce the frequency of SYG reports to the UNSC on the situation in Kosovo und [...]
2009-07-06 22:42:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALUNSC PREL KV
09STATE70159HLTF: GUIDANCE FOR JULY 9 MEETING
[...] (C) The July 9 High Level Task Force (HLTF) meeting will take place following the June 10 Berlin high level meeting on "The Future of Conventional Arms Control in Europe," the June 24-25 OSCE Annual Security Review Conference, the June 27-28 "Informal" OSCE Ministerial on European security, a [...]
2009-07-07 19:24:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKCFE PARM PREL
09STATE70201RESPONSE TO GOVERNMENT OF GEORGIA REGARDING
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (C) SUMMARY: Department appreciates reftel report of a pending Georgian deal to accept Iranian investment in Georgia's hydropower sector. Such business deals with Iran or Iranian entities, particularly in the energy sector, under [...]
2009-07-07 20:42:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL ETRD ENRG GG IR
09STATE70576DEMARCHE ON RESULTS OF U.S.-RUSSIA PRESIDENTIAL
[...] This is an action request. See para 2 below. 2. All European posts are requested to deliver the following points in paras 3 - 18 regarding President Obama's meetings in Moscow July 6 - 7 orally to the highest appropriate host government officials. Posts may also direct their counterparts [...]
2009-07-08 15:38:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV PREL
09STATE70691BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050127443 for the export of firearms and barrels to Bangladesh. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-07-08 18:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC BG
09STATE71091DEMARCHE REQUEST: JAPANESE BUDGET SUPPORT FOR THE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see para 3. 2. (SBU)Summary: The Palestinian Authority (PA) under President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad is facing a severe financial crisis that threatens its financial and political stability. According to the PA and International M [...]
2009-07-09 16:26:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEAID KPAL PGOV PREL WBG JA IS
09STATE71177BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050094533 and 050091122 for the export of ammunition to South Africa. Post is requested to c [...]
2009-07-09 18:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SF
09STATE71326DEMARCHE ON RESULTS OF U.S.-RUSSIA PRESIDENTIAL
[...] This is an action request. This cable reiterates the reftel message and expands the distribution from All European posts to all diplomatic and consular posts. See para 2 below. 2. Posts are requested to deliver the following points in paras 3 - 18 regarding President Obama's meetings in M [...]
2009-07-09 23:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV PREL
09STATE7146UKRAINIAN FIRM ARSENAL CONTINUES TO NEGOTIATE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Kyiv please see para 5. 2. (S) Background: In November 2007, we advised Ukrainian officials that in late August 2007, the Ukrainian firm Arsenal was in the final stages of a deal to sell a high-accuracy gyrotheodolite to entities associated with Ch [...]
2009-01-27 14:57:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL MTCRE MNUC UP CH
09STATE71885ENGAGING GULF STATES ON KOSOVO RECOGNITION
[...] (SBU) This is an action request for Doha, Kuwait, Muscat, and Sanaa. See paragraph 2. Objectives ---------- 2. (C) Now that Jordan has joined Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and UAE in recognizing Kosovo, we ask that Ambassadors or DCMs make a high-level approach to urge remaining GCC states and [...]
2009-07-10 17:26:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL KV
09STATE72087RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR LEAHY VETTING: SLC 4
[...] The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that as of July 10, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the security officers listed below. Name: SALEH ABED ALRAHMAN ERSAN MAHAMMED DOB: 10/14/1989 POB: Jenin ID: 852555606 [...]
2009-07-10 21:02:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM KPAL KWBG PTER IS
09STATE72112(S) ELICITING YEMENI COOPERATION FOR ARMS
[...] (U) This cable is an action request. Please see paragraph five. Ambassador Seche is authorized to orally convey information in paragraphs 7-9 in delivering this demarche (but asked not to leave points in written form). Post may not/not provide these points in the form of a non-paper. 2. (S) OBJEC [...]
2009-07-10 23:27:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL TW YM
09STATE73798INTENT TO ACCEDE TO THE TREATY OF AMITY AND
[...] (U) The Secretary of State on July 15, 2009, signed the Diplomatic Note below informing ASEAN of the intention of the United States to accede to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC). Please deliver this message to Foreign Minister Kasit, in his capacity as Chair of the [...]
2009-07-15 22:46:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOPDC PREL TH ASEAN KTIA
09STATE73869ENGAGING CARICOM STATES ON KOSOVO RECOGNITION
[...] (SBU) This is an action request for posts in CARICOM member states. See paragraph 2. Objectives ---------- 2. (SBU) Sixty-two countries have now recognized Kosovo. It is a high U.S. priority to obtain new recognitions to strengthen Kosovo,s international position, especially ahead of [...]
2009-07-16 11:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL KV
09STATE73966DESCRIPTION OF FY-09 MRP "U.S. FOREIGN POLICY AND
[...] ECA/PE/V/M is pleased to provide a description of the FY-09 MRP "U.S. Foreign Policy and Counterterrorism". Please share this information with participants during predeparture briefings. This project is closed to additional nominations with 17 participants. Project team will be Ms. Janice B [...]
2009-07-16 13:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OEXC SCUL
09STATE74357BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050098764 and 050157209 for the export of ammunition to Zambia. Post is requeste [...]
2009-07-16 21:19:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC ZA
09STATE74378JULY 22 UNSC OPEN DEBATE ON POST-CONFLICT
[...] This is an action request, please see paragraph three. 2. On June 11, 2009, the UN Secretary-General issued his report on peacebuilding in the immediate aftermath of a conflict. On July 22, Uganda will convene a meeting of the UN Security Council on the report and post-conflict peacebuilid [...]
2009-07-16 23:39:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL UNSC KPKO
09STATE74989DEPUTY SECRETARY STEINBERG'S JUNE 27, 2009
[...] (U) June 27, 2009; 1700; Corfu, Greece. 2. (U) Participants: U.S. Deputy Secretary Steinberg Ambassador Ivo Daalder, USNATO A/S Phil Gordon, EUR DASD Celeste Wallander, OSD Dr. Liz Sherwood Randall, NSC Bruce Turner, Director EUR/RPM Reece Smyth, notetaker Other NRC Ministers Al [...]
2009-07-17 21:40:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALGG MOPS NATO OVIP RS PREL KCFE
09STATE75614GUIDANCE FOR U.S. DELEGATION TO U.S./RUSSIA
[...] (U) Assistant Secretary for Verification, Compliance, and Implementation, Rose Gottemoeller, will head the U.S. delegation in continuing negotiations regarding a START Follow-on treaty with Russian MFA Director of Security and Disarmament Affairs Anatoliy Antonov, in Geneva, Switzerland on Jul [...]
2009-07-21 02:39:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM PREL KACT KTIA START JCIC US RS
09STATE75947BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050139003 and 050168499 for the export of firearms and ammunition to Georgia. Po [...]
2009-07-21 16:58:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GG
09STATE76036BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050128442 and 050136115 for the export of proximity fuze components to Israel. Post is reque [...]
2009-07-21 19:08:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IS
09STATE76155(S) FOLLOWING UP WITH CHINA ON CASES OF
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Since March 2008, the U.S. has provided Chinese officials with information regarding a number of cases of missile-related proliferation concern (Refs). In the cases described below, we have received little or [...]
2009-07-21 22:30:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA CH IR PK
09STATE76434BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050134513 for the export of rifles to Trinidad & Tobago. Post is requested to com [...]
2009-07-22 15:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TD
09STATE7649DEPARTMENT CLEARANCE FOR INDONESIA LEAHY VETTING REQUEST -
[...] (SBU) The Department of State reviewed its files and finds that, to date, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights for the individuals identified below. These individuals are candidates for participation in the ICITAP Trafficking in Persons Program for the East [...]
2009-01-28 17:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM MARR KCRM PINR PREL SNAR ID
09STATE76545BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050179258, 050132392, and 050138015 for the export of firearms and ammunition to El Salvador. [...]
2009-07-22 18:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC ES
09STATE77515DPRK'S KOMID PROCURING VEHICLE, PARTS VIA RUSSIA
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Moscow, please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background/Objectives: The United States Government has information indicating that in April 2009, the Korea Mining Development General Trading Corporation (KOMID) and a North Korean broker in Moscow were work [...]
2009-07-24 17:10:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM MTCRE PREL MNUC ETTC RS KN YM
09STATE77523IRANIAN DEFENSE-AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY SEEKS TRAINING FROM UKRAINIAN INSTITUTE (S)
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-24 17:36:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC PARM PREL MTCRE MNUC UP IR
09STATE77645FOLLOWING UP WITH FINLAND ON EFFORTS BY IRANIAN
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Helsinki, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: In February 2009, the U.S. provided Finnish officials with information that Chinese company Shanghai Technical By-Products International Corp. Co. (STBPI) was working to procure an ultrasonic clean [...]
2009-07-24 19:52:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA FI IR CM
09STATE77656FOLLOWING UP WITH DENMARK ON EFFORTS BY FEDCO TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Copenhagen, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: In March 2009, the U.S. provided information to Danish officials regarding efforts by Farazeh Equipment Distributor Company (FEDCO) and its Singapore-based subsidiary Microsun Electronics Pte Ltd [...]
2009-07-24 20:06:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA DA IR
09STATE77663FOLLOWING UP WITH UKRAINE ON EFFORTS BY UKRAINIAN
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Kyiv, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: On many occasions since November 2007, the U.S. has provided Ukrainian officials with information regarding efforts by Ukrainian firm Arsenal Design Bureau to export gyrotheodolites to entities associ [...]
2009-07-24 20:14:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA UP CH
09STATE77666(U) LAOS: RESPONSE TO GLOBAL FINANCIAL CRISIS
[...] (C) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS ARE KEENLY INTERESTED IN ASSESSING LAOS'S VULNERABILITY TO FOREIGN ECONOMIES AND THE LIKELIHOOD THAT VIENTIANE IS ACTIVELY MANAGING ITS EXPOSURE TO CHINA, THAILAND, AND VIETNAM. ECONOMIC REPORTING ON LAOS'S BUDGET DIFFICULTIES AND GROWTH PROSPECTS PROVIDED US WITH A [...]
2009-07-24 20:19:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPINR ECON EFIN EINV PREL LA
09STATE77694UNSC SIERRA LEONE SANCTIONS COMMITTEE ARMS
[...] This is an action request. USUN is requested to send a letter to the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1132 (1994) concerning Sierra Leone ("the Sierra Leone Sanctions Committee") with the information found in para 2 below in connection with the arms embargo on Sierra Leone establi [...]
2009-07-24 21:24:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ETTC KTFN PREL PTER UNSC XY
09STATE78149(U) Secretary Clintons July 14, 2009
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Phil Gordon for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) July 14, 2009, 4:00 - 4:30, Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton EUR Assistant Secretary Phil Gordon State Spokesman Ian Kelly NSC Director Jeff Hoveni [...]
2009-07-27 18:22:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALMARR PREL PINS PGOV PHUM NATO EUN ENRG AF
09STATE78227OSCE HUMAN DIMENSION MEETING DEMARCHE
[...] (SBU) Summary and Action Request: The OSCE will conduct its annual Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) from September 28 through October 9 in Warsaw. Based in part on embassies' input (reftel),which the Department appreciates, this demarche conveys USG views on host government huma [...]
2009-07-27 21:49:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PHUM KDEM OSCE
09STATE78274(U) Secretary Clinton’s July 14 conversation
[...] Classified by Bureau Assistant Secretary Philip H. Gordon. Reason: 1.4 (d) 2. (U) July 14; 2:45 p.m.; Washington, DC. 3. (SBU) Participants: U.S. The Secretary Charge Michael Gallagher EUR A/S Philip H. Gordon PA Spokesperson Ian Kelly Executive Assistant Joe Macmanus NSC Director for Europe Toby [...]
2009-07-28 02:18:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOVIP CLINTON HILLARY PGOV PREL KDEV ECON
09STATE78318BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050020298 and 050068921 for the export of night vision devices (NVDs) to Canada. Post is requ [...]
2009-07-28 12:00:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE78489BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050170678 and 050170688 for the export of ammunition to South Africa. Post is req [...]
2009-07-28 15:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SF
09STATE78777JCIC-DIP-09-008: RUSSIAN FAILURE TO PROVIDE
[...] (S) THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST. See paragraph 6 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: From July 11 to 13, 2009, as provided by the START Treaty, the Russian Federation sent the United States, through the Nuclear Risk Reduction Centers (NRRCs) a total of three "Notifications of a Flight Test of an [...]
2009-07-28 23:33:00Secretary of StateSECRETPARM KACT START US RS
09STATE78948BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050181625 for the export of firearms to Thailand. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-07-29 14:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE78998(S) EFFORT BY CHINESE FIRM TO PROVIDE CARBON
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Beijing, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information that in June 2009, the Chinese firm Beijing Jingda Zhiyuan Technologies Development Ltd. was working to provide carbon fiber to a Pakistani missile developer. The [...]
2009-07-29 15:32:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA CH PK
09STATE79313OSCE/PERMANENT COUNCIL: STATEMENT ON
[...] Post is authorized to make the following statement at the July 30, 2009 meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna: Begin Text: Thank you, Madam Chairwoman. The United States is concerned about the conduct of the presidential election in Kyrgyzstan held on July 23rd, which despite [...]
2009-07-29 22:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PHUM OSCE KG
09STATE79547BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 5. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Posts' assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050180371 for the export of rifles and grenade launchers to Georgia. Posts are requested to [...]
2009-07-30 16:02:00Secretary of StateSECRETETTC KOMC GG SE UP BU
09STATE79617LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE: MANAGUA 713
[...] (SBU) As of July 30, 2009, the Department of State possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights by the individual listed. Balmaceda, Jose Antonio; Lt.Col; 08 Dec 1962 Ocampo Hernandez, Rene Salvador; Maj; 25 Dec 1961 Britton, Pablo Cristobal; Lt.Col; 13 Mar 1959 Urbi [...]
2009-07-30 17:42:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMASS MOPS PHUM PINR NU
09STATE80169LEAHY VETTING FOR CANDIDATES TO PARTICIPATE IN A
[...] (SBU) The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds as of July 31, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the officers listed below: Name: KUMBU MOBALI Rank: Lieutenant DOB: December 7, 1968 Name: NAWEJ MULAJI Rank: Captain D [...]
2009-07-31 20:37:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MASS PHUM CG
09STATE80200GUIDANCE: UNAMI RENEWAL BUILDING BLOCKS
[...] (U) This is an action request. 2. (U) USUN is authorized to draw from the following points (para 3) in making its August 4 statement in the Security Council supporting adoption of the UNSC resolution renewing the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI). 3. BEGIN POINTS: - [...]
2009-07-31 21:33:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREL UNSC IZ
09STATE80202BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050170678 and 050170688 for the export of ammunition to South Africa. Post is req [...]
2009-07-31 21:34:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SF
09STATE80223CONSULTATIONS WITH TURKEY IN ADVANCE OF RUSSIAN
[...] No summary [...]
2009-08-01 00:22:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON ENRG PREL RS TU
09STATE80505(S) SHIPMENT BY TAIWAN FIRM OF CARBON FIBERS TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. AIT Taipei, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information that in August 2007, the Taiwan firm Jinsor-Tech Industrial Corporation had exported several types of carbon fabric to the Syrian company Industrial Solutions. Upon le [...]
2009-08-03 15:16:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA TW SY
09STATE8063U.S. PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS ILLICIT TRAFFICKING IN
[...] (SBU) This is an action request. Please see paragraphs 5 and 6. 2. (SBU) The illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons is a major obstacle to economic development and security in the Americas. Throughout the hemisphere, terrorist groups, insurgents and drug traffickers acquire a [...]
2009-01-29 16:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDARM MASS EAIR ETTC PREL OAS PE
09STATE81281IRANIAN PROCUREMENT AGENT SEEKS GERMAN TEST
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin please see paragraph 4. 2. (S) Background: In August 2008, we informed Berlin that the German firm Voetsch Industrietechnik was negotiating a deal to sell two model VT7004 environmental test chambers to the Malaysian intermediary Toshi Electr [...]
2009-08-05 11:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA IR GM TH
09STATE81475BLUE LANTERN PRE-LICENSE END USE CHECK ON
[...] This is an action message. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests post assistance in conducting a pre-license and post-shipment check for the export of battlefield effects simulators to Spain. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-08-05 15:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SP
09STATE82013NUCLEAR NONPROLIFERATION TREATY (NPT) BILATERALS
[...] (C) Summary: Ambassador Susan Burk, Special Representative of the President for Nuclear Nonproliferation met with key Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) interlocutors in London, Paris, and Berlin from July 14 ) 17. The meetings demonstrated that we have very few differences with these government [...]
2009-08-06 18:19:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALAORC CDG ENRG FR KNNP MNUC PARM PGOV PREL UK UNGA
09STATE82240(S) EFFORTS BY UAE-BASED FIRM TO PROVIDE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Abu Dhabi, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information that in June 2009, the UAE-based firm Eliya General Trading was working to provide specialty alloys produced by the German firm NMT GmbH to Iran's Kian Metals Com [...]
2009-08-07 12:15:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA AE GM IR
09STATE82250MALAYSIAN-BASED IRANIAN PROCUREMENT ENTITY
[...] (U) This is an action request. Consulate Hong Kong, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information that throughout the first half of 2009, the Malaysia-based firm Elite Advanced Solutions sought crystal filters and crystal oscillators from the Hong Kong firm [...]
2009-08-07 12:45:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA HK IR
09STATE82271(S) EFFORTS BY UAE-BASED FIRM TO PROVIDE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: The United States has information that in June 2009, the UAE-based firm Eliya General Trading was working to provide specialty alloys produced by the German firm NMT GmbH to Iran's Kian Metals Compan [...]
2009-08-07 13:30:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA GM AE IR
09STATE82397RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR LEAHY VETTING FOR INTEL
[...] The Department of State has reviewed its files and finds that as of July 30, 2009, it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights by the security officers listed below. Name: AbedAzeez Ibrahim AbedRahman Labat DOB: 0/27/1975 POB: Qalqilia ID: 9000 [...]
2009-08-07 16:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PTER KWBG IS
09STATE8244BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050142683 and 050142804 for the export of firearms to El Salvador. Post is [...]
2009-01-29 21:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC ES
09STATE82572U.S.- RUSSIA JOINT THREAT ASSESSMENT TALKS
[...] (S) A U.S. interagency team -- led by ISN Acting Assistant Secretary Vann H. Van Diepen -- met with a Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs-only team, led by Ambassador Anatoly Antonov, Director for Security and Disarmament Affairs (participants list at para 11),on July 29, 2009 to discuss wha [...]
2009-08-07 22:17:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM ETTC TSPA IR KN RS
09STATE82863SETTING THE AGENDA FOR THE APRIL 2010 HANOI
[...] (SBU) Introduction: The Interagency Coordinating Meeting (ICM) on Avian and Pandemic Influenza (API),chaired by Special Representative on Avian and Pandemic Influenza, Ambassador Robert Loftis, met on July 27 to discuss the planned Inter-Ministerial Conference on Avian and Pandemic Influenza [...]
2009-08-10 16:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAMGT EAID IO PGOV PREL TBIO VM KFLU
09STATE83166SYRIA SEEKING GERMAN LASER CUTTING MACHINE (S)
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background and Objectives: We want to share with the German government information indicating that in early 2009, Syria sought a laser cutting machine manufactured by the German firm Trumpf Werkzeugmaschinen Gm [...]
2009-08-11 13:20:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC MNUC TSPA SY GM
09STATE83456BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050134369, 050175886, 050175888, and 050175889 for the export of firearms [...]
2009-08-11 19:10:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC CS
09STATE83508BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050183538 for the export of pistols to Guatemala. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-08-11 20:15:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE83605Econ Track Opening Session
[...] (U) U.S. and China Strategic & Economic Dialogue; Economic Track Opening Session; 9:25 ? 9:40; Treasury Department, Washington DC. 2. (U) Participants: U.S. Treasury Secretary Geithner National Economic Council Director Summers Federal Reserve Bank Governor Warsh Federal Deposit Insura [...]
2009-08-12 02:03:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON KMDR OPRC PREL CH
09STATE83954BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050183057 for the export of rifles to the Dominican Republic. Post is requested to complete thi [...]
2009-08-12 17:59:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC DR
09STATE84081BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050183924, 050146400, and 050136382 for the export of firearms to Trinidad and Tobago. Post [...]
2009-08-12 20:18:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC TD
09STATE84276E.O. 13382 DESIGNATION OF KWANGSON BANKING
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 3. ------------------ SUMMARY/BACKGROUND ------------------ 2. (U) On August 11, 2009, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the designation of the North Korean entity Korea Kwangson Banking Corporation under Executive Order (E [...]
2009-08-13 13:21:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ETTC KNNP PREL PARM KS
09STATE84997TALKING POINTS FOR AUGUST 20 CONSULTATIONS ON SYG
[...] USUN may draw from the talking points in paragraph 2 for the August 20 consultations on the SYG Report on Elections in Sudan. 2. Begin talking points: -- We would like to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive and incisive report detailing the preparations for national elect [...]
2009-08-14 17:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDUNSC PREL PHUM SU XA XW
09STATE85078BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050130278 and 050181912 for the export of firearms to New Zealand. Post is requested to comp [...]
2009-08-14 19:39:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC NZ
09STATE85081BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050132068 for the export of pistols to Peru. Post is requested to complete this B [...]
2009-08-14 19:40:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PE
09STATE85332BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050141348 and 050151985 for the export of firearms to Slovakia. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-08-17 13:14:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC LO
09STATE85830BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050148621 for the export of carbines to Canada. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lante [...]
2009-08-18 14:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE86122(S) SYRIAN MILITARY SEEKS 500 TONS OF EXPLOSIVE
[...] (U) This is an action request to Embassy New Delhi. Please deliver the points in paragraph 5 as soon as possible. These points may be left as a non-paper. ------- SUMMARY ------- 2. (S/NF) We have information the Syrian military requested 500 tons of explosive nitroamine RDX from the I [...]
2009-08-18 20:40:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNETTC MARR MCAP MOPS PARM PINR PREL PTER IN SY
09STATE86606BELARUS: ASSISTANT SECRETARY GORDON'S MEETINGS
[...] (C) Summary: In a wide ranging discussion with Assistant Secretary Gordon on August 14, Belarus' Presidential Administration Chief (White House Chief of Staff equivalent) Vladimir Makey conveyed Belarus' interest in improving relations with the U.S. Makey did not offer any concrete proposals, [...]
2009-08-19 21:13:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON PHUM PREL PGOV BO RS GG
09STATE86636TFAF01 AFGHAN ELECTION WATCH: SIT REP AND
[...] Begin Sitrep: SECURITY INCIDENTS AND INTIMIDATION CONTINUE --------------------------------------------- --------- (SBU) Though ISAF reports a significant increase in general security incidents during this election period, Embassy Kabul reports few incidents of election-related violence aro [...]
2009-08-20 00:11:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR ASEC CASC KFLO MARR PINR PREL
09STATE86705TFAF01 AFGHAN ELECTION WATCH: SIT REP AND
[...] Begin Sitrep: SECURITY INCIDENTS CONTINUE --------------------------- (SBU) Kabul: Embassy Kabul reports several incidents of IEDs and gunfire, without large-scale casualties or disruption of voting. (TFAF01/Embassy Kabul telcon) (SBU) RC-North Baghlan: ISAF reported a security incide [...]
2009-08-20 11:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR ASEC CASC KFLO MARR PINR PREL
09STATE86845BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050157579 for the export of rifles and ammunition to Mexico. Post is requested to complete th [...]
2009-08-20 17:04:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC MX
09STATE87162IRAN'S FEDCO CONTINUES EFFORTS TO PROCURE FRENCH
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Berlin, please see paragraph 3. 2. (S) Background: In January 2009, the United States shared information with Germany that the UAE-based firm Alkaen Equipment and Industrial Supplies LLC placed an order with Germany's MPS Electronic Vertriebs GmbH fo [...]
2009-08-21 12:54:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL ETTC KSCA GM AE IR
09STATE87532TFAF01 AFGHAN ELECTION WATCH: SIT REP AND
[...] (SBU) Begin Sitrep: KARZAI AND ABDULLAH BOTH CLAIM VICTORY --------------------------------------- (SBU) A Karzai representative later backtracked from earlier claims of victory. Abdullah's campaign will file complaints of irregularities and acts of intimidation. Ghani, the third major ca [...]
2009-08-21 23:26:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAEMR ASEC CASC KFLO MARR PINR PREL
09STATE87597AUSTRALIA GROUP: CLARIFYING LISTED MATERIALS ON
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. -------------- ACTION REQUEST -------------- 2. (SBU) Drawing on the background below, Department requests AG country Embassies provide the non-paper in paragraph 6 to appropriate host government officials and elicit a response. [...]
2009-08-22 18:20:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM ETTC
09STATE88035BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4 - 5. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050171347 and 050172400 for the export of rifles and night vision to Georgia. Po [...]
2009-08-24 17:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC IS GG
09STATE88038BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on license 050178881 for the export of grenades to Georgia. Post is requested to complet [...]
2009-08-24 17:42:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALETTC KOMC GG IS
09STATE88236BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-LICENSE/PRE-SHIPMENT
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2 - 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-license/pre-shipment check on licenses 050168405 and 050168509 for the export of pistols to Guatemala. Post is requeste [...]
2009-08-24 21:28:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC GT
09STATE88259SFO-DIP-09-003: U.S. DRAFT NEW START TREATY
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 4 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: At their July 23, 2009, in Geneva, Assistant Secretary Gottemoeller and Russian Ambassador Anatoliy Antonov agreed to meet in Geneva again on August 31, 2009 to begin discussing the text of the New START Treaty. T [...]
2009-08-25 02:42:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE88260SFO-DIP-09-003: U.S. DRAFT NEW START TREATY
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 4 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: At their July 23, 2009, meeting in Geneva, Assistant Secretary Gottemoeller and Russian Ambassador Anatoliy Antonov agreed to meet in Geneva on August 31, 2009 to begin discussing the text of the New START Treaty. [...]
2009-08-25 02:49:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE88262SFO-DIP-09-002: U.S. DRAFT NEW START TREATY TEXT
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 4 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: At their July 23, 2009, meeting in Geneva, Assistant Secretary Gottemoeller and Russian Ambassador Anatoliy Antonov agreed to meet in Geneva on August 31, 2009 to begin discussing the text of the New START Treaty. [...]
2009-08-25 03:05:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE88675SECRETARY CLINTON'S JULY 30 MEETING WITH
[...] (U) July 30; 10:15 a.m.; Washington, DC. 2. (SBU) Participants: U.S. The Secretary EUR Acting DAS William Lucas PA Spokesman Ian Kelly Executive Assistant Courtney Beale S Staff Joseph MacManus EUR/WE Director Maureen Cormack (Notetaker) Luxembourg Foreign Minister Jean Asselborn [...]
2009-08-25 19:33:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV
09STATE89198BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050156644 for the export of firearms and ammunition to Croatia. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-08-26 19:16:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC HR
09STATE89300Career Opportunities in the Bureau of
[...] The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) offers unique opportunities at the senior and mid levels to manage some of the State Department's largest and most critical programs, many of which are at the forefront of U.S. foreign policy. INL positions offer the ch [...]
2009-08-26 22:10:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR KCRM AMGT APER
09STATE90063IMPENDING DESIGNATION OF FIRST EAST EXPORT BANK
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 4. ------------------ SUMMARY/BACKGROUND ------------------ 2. (S) We have on numerous occasions raised our concerns with the Government of Malaysia (GOM),and Malaysia's Central Bank, over the establishment in 2009 in Labuan of the Fir [...]
2009-08-28 17:52:00Secretary of StateSECRETEFIN ETTC KNNP IR PINR
09STATE90247ACTION REQUEST - CANDIDATES FOR UN HUMAN RIGHTS
[...] This is an action request, please see paragraph 7 and 8. SUMMARY ------- 2. (C) In May of 2010, the UN General Assembly in New York will elect new members to the UN Human Rights Council (HRC). Election to the HRC is done by regional group. There are four open seats for the Asia group an [...]
2009-08-28 23:28:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPHUM PREL IR
09STATE90254UNGA 64: GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
[...] (SBU) Summary and Action Request: The upcoming 64th UN General Assembly (UNGA) provides an unparalleled opportunity to build broad-based support for foreign policy priorities that need multilateral action or global implementation to be successful. At the General Assembly, the Administration [...]
2009-08-29 02:02:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL UNGA XA XB XD XF XG XS XM XL
09STATE90944PREPARATORY MEETING OF THE XVI INTER-AMERICAN
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: The Preparatory Meeting of the Sixteenth Inter-American Conference of Ministers of Labor (IACML) took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina July 22-24. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) led the U.S. delegation, which also included officials from the Department of State's Bureau of [...]
2009-09-01 14:05:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAORC ELAB ETRD OVIP PREL
09STATE91106SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE FOR U.S. START FOLLOW-ON
[...] (S) BACKGROUND: On August 25, 2009, U.S. Embassy Moscow provided the texts of the Draft New START Treaty Articles and the associated Definitions Annex to the Russian Federation (Refs A-D). This cable contains the U.S.-proposed draft of the New START Treaty Inspection Protocol. A courtesy Ru [...]
2009-09-01 17:49:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE91134SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE FOR U.S. START FOLLOW-ON
[...] (S) BACKGROUND: On August 25, 2009, U.S. Embassy Moscow provided the texts of the Draft New START Treaty Articles and the associated Definitions Annex to the Russian Federation (Refs A-D). This cable contains the U.S.-proposed draft of the New START Treaty Inspection Protocol. A courtesy Ru [...]
2009-09-01 18:13:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE91151SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE FOR U.S. START FOLLOW-ON
[...] (S) BACKGROUND: On August 25, 2009, U.S. Embassy Moscow provided the texts of the Draft New START Treaty Articles and the associated Definitions Annex to the Russian Federation (Refs A-D). This cable contains the U.S.-proposed draft of the New START Treaty Inspection Protocol. A courtesy Ru [...]
2009-09-01 18:33:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE91302ISRAEL'S MEMBERSHIP IN JUSCANZ
[...] (SBU) Using talking points in paragraphs 11 and 12 below, Action Embassies and Consulate Generals are requested to demarche host governments (for Embassy Bern - Switzerland and Liechtenstein, for Consulate General Barcelona - Andorra) at the highest appropriate level to gain support for Israel, [...]
2009-09-01 23:31:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL IS PHUM
09STATE91627BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050126494 for the export of firearms to Kuwait. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lanter [...]
2009-09-02 19:57:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC KU
09STATE91636BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 2-4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on application 050186457 for the export of an infrared camera to Canada. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-09-02 20:09:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC CA
09STATE91990TALKING POINTS FOR THE PITTSBURGH G20 SUMMIT
[...] (U) The following talking points have been developed by the White House for use in explaining the goals and objectives of the upcoming Pittsburgh Summit with host government officials. They should not be left as a non- paper or used outside of official circles. 2.(U) For updated press sta [...]
2009-09-03 17:35:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN KPAO XA XB XD XE XF XG ZK XK
09STATE92051BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 4 - 5. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050187693 for the export of rifles and ammunition to Kazakhstan. Post is requested to complete [...]
2009-09-03 18:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC KZ BU
09STATE92053BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on license 050097050 for the export of rifles and ammunition to Pakistan. Post is requested to complete this [...]
2009-09-03 18:32:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PK
09STATE92332BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: POST-SHIPMENT END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a post-shipment check on licenses 050123318, 050131759, 050131068, and 050131059 for the export of firearms to Thailand. Po [...]
2009-09-04 13:30:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC TH
09STATE92402DEMARCHE ON WIPO ISSUES: 2010-2011 BIENNIUM
[...] SUMMARY: The interventions made by Geneva-based representatives from Algeria, Egypt, Pakistan, Nigeria and South Africa concerning the 2010-2011 biennium Program and Budget of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) are of concern to the U.S. and may jeopardize a positive consens [...]
2009-09-04 15:27:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDECON ETRD KIPR WIPO
09STATE92560DEPARTMENT OF LABOR LIST OF GOODS PRODUCED BY
[...] (SBU) This is an action request; see paras.8-11. 2. (SBU) SUMMARY: On September 10, 2009, the Department of Labor (DOL) will release 3 items related to child labor and/or forced labor in numerous countries. (1) DOL will release a report containing its initial "list of goods from countries [...]
2009-09-04 19:36:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEIND ELAB ETRD PHUM SOCI
09STATE92600LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE: MANAGUA 849
[...] (SBU) As of August 4, 2009, the Department of State possesses no credible evidence of gross violations of human rights by the individual listed. Unit: Nicaraguan Police Baltodano Callejas, Diego Manuel; Comm; 30 Oct 1964 Carcamo Narvaez, Jose Luis; Comm; 12 Aug 1963 2. (SBU) Post is t [...]
2009-09-04 20:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMASS MOPS PHUM PINR NU
09STATE92995(C/NF) ECUADOR'S IMPORT RESTRICTIONS
[...] (S/NF) WASHINGTON ANALYSTS INTEND TO WRITE AN ASSESSMENT ADDRESSING THE COLOMBIA-ECUADOR DISPUTE OVER ECUADOR'S NEW TARIFFS ON COLOMBIAN GOODS. AS EMBASSY IS AWARE, THE COMMUNITY OF ANDEAN NATIONS (CAN) SECRETARIAT APPROVED ECUADOR'S TARIFFS ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, AND IN PRESS IT APPEARS THA [...]
2009-09-08 14:43:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNPINR ECON ETRD CO EC
09STATE93048BLUE LANTERN: VERIFYING BONA FIDES OF REGISTERED
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 3-4. 2. U.S. embassies have frequently inquired about the legitimacy of arms export transactions involving U.S. contractors and host-country partners in support of U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, or other U.S. government programs. The Depar [...]
2009-09-08 16:20:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AR
09STATE93358ACTION REQUEST: UN HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL 12TH
[...] (SBU) This is an action request, please see paragraph 3. Embassy New Delhi: Please note additional action request in paragraph 8. Embassies Brasilia, Dhaka, Santiago, Kyiv and Pretoria: Please note additional action request in paragraph 9. Embassies Tokyo, The Hague, Rome, Paris, London, Bru [...]
2009-09-09 02:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM PREL UN UNHRC
09STATE93359GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO),Phil Thomas, Asst. Director, Jeffrey Baldwind-Bott, Analyst-in-Charge, Erin Carson, Analyst, to visit UN New York in support of their review of the UN Office of Projects Services (UNOPS) on September 10, 200 [...]
2009-09-09 02:29:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE93375GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO),Phil Thomas, Asst. Director, Jeffrey Baldwind-Bott, Analyst-in-Charge, Erin Carson, Analyst, to visit UN New York in support of their review of the UN Office of Projects Services (UNOPS) on September 10, 200 [...]
2009-09-09 02:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE93376GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO),Phil Thomas, Asst. Director, Jeffrey Baldwind-Bott, Analyst-in-Charge, Erin Carson, Analyst, to visit UN New York in support of their review of the UN Office of Projects Services (UNOPS) on September 10, 200 [...]
2009-09-09 02:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE93377GAO UNOPS VISIT
[...] (U) Department requests mission clearance for Government Accountability Office (GAO),Phil Thomas, Asst. Director, Jeffrey Baldwind-Bott, Analyst-in-Charge, Erin Carson, Analyst, to visit UN New York in support of their review of the UN Office of Projects Services (UNOPS) on September 10, 200 [...]
2009-09-09 02:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT IO OTRA UNCRED UNGA ASEC
09STATE93687OSCE/PERMANENT COUNCIL: RESPONSE TO REPORT BY
[...] (U) Post is authorized to deliver the following statement at the September 10 Permanent Council meeting in Vienna. Begin text: Thank you, Madam Chairwoman. The United States joins other delegations in welcoming Ambassador Almhofer back to the PC. We thank you for your thorough report. [...]
2009-09-09 17:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDOSCE PREL PGOV KV
09STATE93874BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on license 050188191 for the export of handguns to Panama. Post is requested to complete this Blue Lantern chec [...]
2009-09-09 21:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC PM
09STATE94665START FOLLOW-ON NEGOTIATI0NS, GENEVA
[...] (U) This is SFO-GVA-IV-005. 2. (U) Meeting Date: September 2, 2009 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:05 p.m. Place: U.S. Mission, Geneva ------- SUMMARY ------- 3. (S) The Russian Delegation presented two papers for consideration by the United States: the fi [...]
2009-09-11 16:56:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM MARR PREL RS US START
09STATE94672START FOLLOW-ON NEGOTIATI0NS, GENEVA
[...] (U) This is SFO-GVA-IV-004. 2. (U) Meeting Date: September 1, 2009 Event: U.S.-hosted Reception Time: 7:30 to 9:00 P.M. Place: 41 Quai Wilson, Geneva (U) Meeting Date: September 2, 2009 Event: Initial Meetings of WG [...]
2009-09-11 17:18:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM MARR PREL RS US START
09STATE94677(U) RUSSIAN-PROPOSED UNGA RESOLUTION ON BILATERAL
[...] (U) This is SFO-GVA-IV-008. ------- SUMMARY ------- 2. (S) During negotiations to develop a treaty to replace the START Treaty, the Russian Delegation presented a paper for consideration by the United States containing a draft United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution on Bila [...]
2009-09-11 17:25:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM MARR PREL RS US START UNGA
09STATE94715START FOLLOW-ON NEGOTIATI0NS, GENEVA
[...] (U) This is SFO-GVA-IV-006. 2. (U) Meeting Date: September 2, 2009 Time: 3:30 - 5:10 p.m. Place: U.S. Mission, Geneva 3: (S) At the final meeting of this session, A/S Gottemoeller returned to the issue of the Russian-proposed language on "Equal Securi [...]
2009-09-11 17:36:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM MARR PREL RS US START
09STATE95073EXPANDING THE CHORUS ON IRAN
[...] (U) THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST. PLEASE SEE PARAGRAPHS 10-30. 2. (C) SUMMARY: RECENT DEVELOPMENTS INCLUDING IRAN'S PROPOSAL OF SEPTEMBER 9 - SUGGEST THE IRANIAN GOVERNMENT AIMS TO DIVERT ATTENTION FROM ITS NUCLEAR PROGRAM'S NON- COMPLIANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL OBLIGATIONS AND DEFUSE GROWIN [...]
2009-09-13 21:51:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALKNNP MNUC PARM IAEA IR PREL AORC
09STATE95074NDJAMENA REGIONAL REFUGEE COORDINATOR DUTIES AND
[...] The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) would like to thank outgoing Regional Refugee Coordinator (RefCoord) Perlita Muiruri and welcome Michael Zorick who has taken up duties as Regional RefCoord for Chad, Darfur, the Central African Republic, and Cameroon. This message outl [...]
2009-09-13 22:53:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDPREF CD CM CT SU
09STATE95585ACTION REQUEST: POINTS TO RAISE WITH NATO-SYG ON SEPTEMBER 18 SPEECH ON RUSSIA
[...] No summary [...]
2009-09-15 12:48:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALNATO PREL RU
09STATE95967SFO-DIP-09-005A: U.S. DRAFT NEW START TREATY
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 4 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: On August 25, 2009, U.S. Embassy Moscow provided to the Russian Federation the texts of the U.S.-proposed Draft New START Treaty Articles (Refs A and B). On September 2, 2009, the U.S. Delegation to the New START [...]
2009-09-15 21:54:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT PARM START US RS
09STATE96011GUIDANCE FOR SEPTEMBER 16 NAC ON EXERCISE BALTIC
[...] (C) We understand that Estonia plans to raise at the September 16 NAC the question of NATO participation in Exercise Baltic Host 2010. If this issue is raised, in response USNATO is authorized to suggest that Allies begin consideration of Alliance participation in Baltic Host 2010 in the con [...]
2009-09-15 22:44:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALNATO PREL AA MOPS RS EN LG LH BO
09STATE96274OFFICE OF DEFENSE TRADE CONTROLS COMPLIANCE
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 6. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests that Embassy convey to appropriate Spanish officials the policy of denial imposed on Spanish company, Elint S.A. Until further notice, Elint S.A. will not be appr [...]
2009-09-16 16:52:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC SP
09STATE96294JORDAN LEAHY VETTING RESPONSE FOR ATA COURSE
[...] (SBU) In response to reftel Leahy vetting request, the Department has reviewed its files and finds it possesses no credible information of gross violations of human rights at this time by the Jordanian officials listed below. Please note that if at any time the Embassy becomes aware of infor [...]
2009-09-16 17:23:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC PHUM JO
09STATE96447IMF OFFICIALS DISCUSS SBA NEGOTIATIONS, ELECTIONS
[...] (C) SUMMARY: A number of senior IMF officials met with Ambassador Christopher R. Hill on September 11 to discuss ongoing negotiations for a new Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) between the IMF and the Government of Iraq (GOI) and the current situation in Iraq. IMF officials noted that negotiations [...]
2009-09-16 20:52:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALEAID ECIN ECON EFIN EPET IZ PREL
09STATE96519ACTION REQUEST: POTUS EUROPEAN-BASED MISSILE
[...] (U) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Please see paragraph 3. ALL MATERIALS IN THIS CABLE ARE TO BE EMBARGOED FROM DELIVERY TO HOST GOVERNMENTS UNTIL 25 MINUTES PRIOR TO A PRESIDENTIAL STATEMENT RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2009 AT 9:55 A.M. (EASTERN DAYLIGHT TIME - WASHINGTON, D.C.). 2. (SBU) BACKG [...]
2009-09-17 10:08:00Secretary of StateSECRETEZ MARR PREL
09STATE96526U.S. MISSILE DEFENSE POLICY AND EUROPE
[...] (U) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Please see paragraph 3. ALL MATERIALS IN THIS CABLE ARE TO BE EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL AFTER THE PRESIDENTIAL STATEMENT IS RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2009, AT 9:55 A.M. (EASTERN DAYLIGHT TIME - WASHINGTON, D.C.) 2. (SBU) BACKGROUND: The White House is exp [...]
2009-09-17 11:09:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR PREL EZ
09STATE96550ACTION REQUEST: POTUS EUROPEAN-BASED MISSILE
[...] (U) (THIS CORRECTED COPY PROPERLY REFERENCES STATE 96526.) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Please see paragraph 3. ALL MATERIALS IN THIS CABLE ARE TO BE EMBARGOED FROM DELIVERY TO HOST GOVERNMENTS UNTIL 25 MINUTES PRIOR TO A PRESIDENTIAL STATEMENT RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2009 AT 9:55 A.M. (EAS [...]
2009-09-17 11:44:00Secretary of StateSECRETEZ MARR PREL
09STATE96890PUBLIC AFFAIRS GUIDANCE: POTUS EUROPEAN-BASED MISSILE DEFENSE DECISION (PART ONE OF TWO PARTS)
[...] (U) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (SBU) BACKGROUND: The White House announced a Presidential decision on September 17 regarding a U.S. European-based BMD adaptive regional architecture, which is significantly different from the Bush Administration's plan to deploy [...]
2009-09-17 20:51:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR EZ PREL
09STATE96892PUBLIC AFFAIRS GUIDANCE: POTUS EUROPEAN-BASED
[...] (U) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Please see paragraph 3. 2. (SBU) BACKGROUND: The White House announced a Presidential decision on September 17 regarding a U.S. European-based BMD adaptive regional architecture, which is significantly different from the Bush Administration's plan to deploy [...]
2009-09-17 20:55:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR PREL EZ
09STATE96945AUSTRALIA GROUP: GUIDANCE FOR AUSTRALIA GROUP
[...] (U) This message provides guidance for the U.S. delegation to the Australia Group (AG) Plenary in Paris, September 21-25, 2009. ---------- OBJECTIVES ---------- 2. (SBU) The principal U.S. objectives at the AG plenary include: -- Maintaining the current AG position on Russian mem [...]
2009-09-18 02:25:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPARM PREL ETTC IN CH
09STATE97233MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): CHINA'S
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "China's Ballistic Missile-Related Export Control Record" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) P [...]
2009-09-18 17:47:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE97244POTUS EUROPEAN-BASED MISSILE DEFENSE DECISION
[...] (U) (CORRECTED COPY FOR THE RECORD. NO ACTION REQUESTED. THIS CORRECTED COPY HAS A REPLACEMENT SIXTH TICK IN THE RUSSIA TALKING POINTS IN PARAGRAPH 6. PLEASE DISREGARD THE SIXTH TICK IN THE RUSSIA TALKING POINTS IN THE EARLIER TRANSMISSIONS OF THIS CABLE. SEE REFTELS.) This is an ACTION REQUEST. Pl [...]
2009-09-18 18:09:00Secretary of StateSECRETEZ MARR PREL
09STATE97420DAY 1: U.S.-SOUTH AFRICA NONPROLIFERATION AND
[...] (SBU) The United States and South Africa launched a new Nonproliferation and Disarmament Dialogue August 26 - 28 in Pretoria, South Africa. State Department Special Advisor for Nonproliferation and Arms Control Robert J. Einhorn and South African Ambassador Abdul Minty, Special Representative [...]
2009-09-18 21:45:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYAF KNNP MNUC NP PARM ENRG SF KN IR
09STATE97474SFO-VI GUIDANCE-001: INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.S.
[...] (U) Assistant Secretary for Verification, Compliance, and Implementation Rose Gottemoeller will head the U.S. delegation to the sixth round of START Follow-on treaty negotiations with Russia beginning in Geneva, Switzerland on September 21, 2009. ------------------------- SCHEDULE AND ORGA [...]
2009-09-19 00:48:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT KTIA PARM START JCIC US RS
09STATE97946DEPLOYMENTS OF U.S. SPECIAL FORCES IN PARAGUAY
[...] (U) This is an action message. See paragraph eight. 2. (S/NF) SUMMARY: Since 2006, U.S. Special Forces Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) has been engaged in equipping and training Paraguay's Joint Special Forces Unit (BCFE) with the implicit support of the government of Paraguay (in [...]
2009-09-21 20:51:00Secretary of StateSECRET//NOFORNMASS PA PGOV PM PREL
09STATE98567ACTION REQUEST: CONSTRUCTIVE OUTCOME FROM THE
[...] (U) This is an urgent action request. Posts should make determinations about delivering the points in para 8 and 9 below based on their discretion and best understanding of how to advance USG goals identified in paras 5 and 6 with host governments. Please see para 7 for action request. Bac [...]
2009-09-23 05:53:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PHUM PTER KISL KPAL IS
09STATE98639BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] (U) This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. (U) The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license checks on licenses 050175550, 050189258 and 050189260 for the export of pistols to the Philippines. Post is r [...]
2009-09-23 12:53:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETTC KOMC RP
09STATE98667MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): SYRIA,S
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Syria,s Ballistic Missile Program" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contact (POC) for [...]
2009-09-23 14:05:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE98727MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): IRAN'S
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Iran,s Ballistic Missile Program" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contact (POC) for [...]
2009-09-23 15:10:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE98729BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 2: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050190040, 050190045, 050190058, 050190070, and 050190074 for the export of firearms to Thailand. P [...]
2009-09-23 15:12:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TH
09STATE98749MISSILE TECHNOLOGY CONTROL REGIME (MTCR): MISSILE
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 2. 2. (C) ACTION REQUEST: Department requests Embassy Paris provide the interagency cleared paper "Missile Proliferation Trends" in paragraph 3 below to the French Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Point of Contact (POC) for d [...]
2009-09-23 15:41:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE ETTC KSCA MNUC PARM TSPA FR BR
09STATE99070SFO-V GUIDANCE-003: U.S.-PROPOSED DRAFT START
[...] (U) This is an action request. See paragraph 5 below. 2. (S) BACKGROUND: On August 25, 2009, U.S. Embassy Moscow provided to the Russian Federation the text of the U.S.-proposed Draft START Follow-on Treaty Articles, which was discussed initially during the August 31-September 3 sessio [...]
2009-09-24 00:47:00Secretary of StateSECRETKACT KTIA PARM START US RS
09STATE99089SECRETARY CLINTON'S MEETING WITH ESTONIAN
[...] (U) Classified by EUR Assistant Secretary Nancy McEldowney, Acting, for reasons 1.4 (b) and (d). 2. (U) September 17, 2009, 2:15 2:45 P.M., Washington, D.C. 3. (U) Participants: U.S. ---- The Secretary EUR DAS Pamela Quanrud Spokesperson Ian Kelly NSC Director Will Schlickenma [...]
2009-09-24 02:11:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV NATO EAID ENRG MARR AF RS EN
09STATE99343PRELIMINARY DISCUSSIONS ON ENERGY COOPERATION
[...] (C) This is an action cable - see para 7. 2. (C) Representatives of the Venezuelan government (GBRV) in recent weeks have reached out to USG officials in Caracas and Washington on several occasions about resuming a bilateral energy dialogue, including under the auspices of the 1997 Memorand [...]
2009-09-24 15:22:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALECON ENIV ENRG EPET VE
09STATE99390BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: PRE-LICENSE END-USE CHECK
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraph 4. 2. The Department's Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance (PM/DTCC) requests Post's assistance in conducting a pre-license check on licenses 050187515, 050190012, and 050190221 for the export of ammunition to Argentina. Post is requested to [...]
2009-09-24 15:41:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC AR
09STATE99410RESPONDING TO GOI QUESTIONS ON IRANIAN EFFORTS TO
[...] (U) This is an action request. Embassy Rome, please see paragraph 6. 2. (S) Background: On April 2, 2009, we shared with the government of Japan information indicating that in mid- February 2009, Iran's Farazeh Equipment Distributor Company (FEDCO) sought servo-actuators manufactured by [...]
2009-09-24 15:52:00Secretary of StateSECRETMTCRE PARM PREL MNUC ETTC KSCA JA IR IT
09STATE99555BLUE LANTERN: VERIFYING BONA FIDES OF REGISTERED
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 3-4. 2. U.S. embassies have frequently inquired about the legitimacy of arms export transactions involving U.S. contractors and host-country partners in support of U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, or other U.S. government programs. The Depar [...]
2009-09-24 17:36:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC KU
09STATE99608BLUE LANTERN: VERIFYING BONA FIDES OF REGISTERED
[...] This is an Action Request. See paragraphs 3-4. 2. U.S. embassies have frequently inquired about the legitimacy of arms export transactions involving U.S. contractors and host-country partners in support of U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, or other U.S. government programs. The Depar [...]
2009-09-24 18:01:00Secretary of StateUNCLASSIFIEDETTC KOMC TU
09STATE9988GUIDANCE FOR 5 FEBRUARY 2009 NATO VCC AND EXPERTS
[...] (C) Objectives for the VCC and Meeting of Experts, 5 February 2009 are as follows: -- To adopt the draft International Staff (IS) paper on Implementation Coordination for 2009 (REF A); -- To provide additional edits and comments on the IS working paper on Vienna Document 1999 (DV 99) Im [...]
2009-02-04 09:51:00Secretary of StateCONFIDENTIALOSCE PARM PREL KCFE
09STOCKHOLM105SWEDEN'S EU PRESIDENCY: MIGRATION MINISTER ON
[...] (C) Summary: On February 11, Swedish Minister of Migration Tobias Billstrom discussed with us asylum and migration aspects of the "Stockholm Program." This is the planned five-year initiative that will replace the Hague Program and will aim to further harmonize EU asylum and migration policies [...]
2009-02-13 16:19:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREF PINR EU SW
09STOCKHOLM113EX GITMO DETAINEE GETS SWEDISH RESIDENCY ON APPEAL
[...] (U) On February 18, the Swedish Migration Court, which hears appeals from petitioners unhappy with rulings from the autonomous Swedish Migration Board (SMB),granted permanent residency with refugee status to Adil Hakimjan, an ethnic Uighur and former Guantanamo detainee. The SMB denied Hakim [...]
2009-02-18 16:56:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR PREL PHUM SW
09STOCKHOLM137UPDATE ON FINANCIAL CRISIS IN SWEDEN: CREDIT RATING DOWN
[...] Credit rating company Moody's stated in a press release January 27 that it is worried about Swedbank's exposure to the Baltic States and has decided to lower the bank's credit rating from A1 to Aa3 with negative prospects. The lowering of the rating reflects the macro economic development in [...]
2009-02-27 15:35:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN SW
09STOCKHOLM141SPECIAL 301 FOR SWEDEN: POST RECOMMENDATION
[...] (SBU) Summary. Embassy Stockholm recommends that Sweden continues to be placed in the Special 301 Initiative, and not be on the Watch List for 2009. We are aware of the differing recommendations of the International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA) and PhRMA. Post recommendation is bas [...]
2009-03-02 13:57:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKIPR ECON ETRD PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM149SWEDEN'S EU MINISTER ON COOPERATING WITH U.S. ON
[...] (C) Summary: Sweden's EU Minister Cecilia Malmstrom met Charge on March 3 to discuss Sweden's upcoming EU presidency. On the Transatlantic Agenda, Malmstrom identified climate change, EU enlargement, Israeli-Palestinian talks and Afghanistan as being most important for cooperation with the US [...]
2009-03-04 16:40:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR EU AF TU SW
09STOCKHOLM170SWEDEN ON MARCH GAERC AND GYMNICH
[...] (C) On March 10, Poloff discussed the March GAERC and GYMNICH with EU Deputy Correspondent Jonas Wendel; on March 6, POL Counselor met separately with EU Correspondent Magnus Scholdtz. Their comments follow: General Affairs Session: Afghanistan, Chad, Ireland ------------------------------- [...]
2009-03-12 07:48:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BO MD MW BK MK SU EG EU SW
09STOCKHOLM171SWEDEN UNABLE TO SUPPORT PROPOSAL TO LIST CHINESE
[...] (S) Anette Nilsson, Deputy Director of the MFA Department for Security Policy, told post on March 10 that she has passed reftel points regarding the Chinese national Abdul Haq to other relevant Swedish agencies for their knowledge. Nilsson thanked us for this information, but stated that Swede [...]
2009-03-12 09:11:00Embassy StockholmSECRETEFIN ETRD ETTC CH SW
09STOCKHOLM192SWEDEN ON AFGHANISTAN POLICY REVIEW
[...] (C) In recent weeks, CDA and Poloffs have discussed Afghanistan with a wide range of Swedish officials in the Swedish Prime Ministry, MFA, Defense Ministry and aid agency. They confirmed that: -- Sweden will in 2009 implement last December's decision to deploy additional troops (130, for a [...]
2009-03-19 17:55:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL EAID AF SW
09STOCKHOLM194SWEDEN: CI/KR RESPONSE FOR S/CT
[...] (S) In response to reftel, post would like to add Sweden's communications infrastructure to the CI/KR list. Although Sweden does not posses a direct undersea cable from the U.S., Sweden is a central European communications hub. For example, Swedish company TeliaSonera is an international car [...]
2009-03-20 13:27:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPTER PGOV ASEC EFIN ENRG KCIP SW
09STOCKHOLM195SWEDISH FINANCE MINISTER ON FINANCIAL CRISIS,
[...] (SBU) Summary: On March 16, Swedish Finance Minister Anders Borg told Treasury DAS Meyer and CDA the following regarding the financial crisis, Swedish banks and the Baltics: - Swedish banks can absorb further losses given their profitability in recent years. The Swedish financial sector i [...]
2009-03-20 15:48:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN EINV ETRD PGOV EN LG LH SW
09STOCKHOLM201A VISIT TO SWEDEN'S BIOREFINERY COAST
[...] Summary: During a March 10-11 trip to three cities on the north east coast, embassy staff visited the heart of a traditional export industry - paper and pulp - in the process of redefining itself. These large paper and pulp mills are developing biofuels from previous waste by-products: ethano [...]
2009-03-24 10:10:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDENRG SENV KGHG PGOV EAID SW
09STOCKHOLM202LAUNCHING A U.S.-EU ALTERNATIVE ENERGY PARTNERSHIP
[...] This is a joint USEU/Embassy Stockholm cable. Action requests in para 12. Summary ======= 2. Posts propose launching a "U.S.-EU Alternative Energy Partnership" during the Swedish Presidency of the EU, July-December 2009. This partnership, based on Embassy Stockholm's successful One Bi [...]
2009-03-24 12:19:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDENRG SENV KPAO ECON OEXC BEXP KGHG PREL EUN
09STOCKHOLM212BELARUS, EASTERN PARTNERSHIP AND WESTERN BALKANS:
[...] (C) Summary: EU foreign ministers meeting informally in the "Gymnich" format March 27-28 will reach a decision on the question of Belarus' participation at the May 7 European Summit, according to Sweden's senior MFA official dealing with EU matters. A "Burma solution" that has the Belarus for [...]
2009-03-27 07:34:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL BO GG MW ZL SW
09STOCKHOLM227SWEDISH FINANCE MINISTER PAINTS BLEAK PICTURE FOR
[...] Summary: Swedish Minister of Finance Anders Borg predicted that Sweden's unemployment rate will hit 8.9 percent in 2009, 11.1 percent in 2010 and 11.7 percent in 2011 before slipping back to 11.3 percent in 2012. Borg alsoQredicted that deflation would emerge in 2009 with the Consumer Price I [...]
2009-04-06 07:50:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN ELAB ETRD PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM247FRAUD SUMMARY - STOCKHOLM
[...] Summary: As Sweden prepares to take the June through December 2009 rotational European Union presidency, refugees remain a top priority for the country. Embassy Stockholm continues to deal with Sweden's large population of third country nationals, many with insufficient identification documen [...]
2009-04-15 08:54:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDCMGT CVIS KFRD ASEC CPAS SW
09STOCKHOLM262SWEDEN PUSHES GREATER ENERGY SECURITY FOR BALTIC
[...] (SBU) Summary: Bo Diczfalusy, Director-General for Energy at the Ministry of Enterprise, Energy and Transportation, and MFA Baltic Desk Officer Isabella Torngren, told Econoffs on April 27 that Sweden: - views energy security as a key part of its EU Presidency focus on the Baltic Sea Strate [...]
2009-04-27 13:24:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV ECON ENRG LG LH PL RS FI SW
09STOCKHOLM266SWEDISH FOREIGN MINISTER BILDT'S WASHINGTON AGENDA
[...] (S) Summary: For Bildt's May 4 visit to Washington, we recommend the following top three issues: additional contributions in Afghanistan, resettlement of Guantanamo detainees, and leadership in the EU on autonomous sanctions on Iran. Given Sweden's upcoming EU Presidency, July-December 2009, [...]
2009-04-29 15:14:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPREL PGOV EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM283SWEDES TO INVESTIGATE SYRIAN CONNECTION WITH
[...] No summary [...]
2009-05-08 08:21:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPARM PREL MTCRE SY SW
09STOCKHOLM309SWEDEN SCENESETTER FOR CODEL TANNER
[...] The U.S. Embassy in Stockholm warmly welcomes your visit to Sweden, the first Congressional delegation to travel here since Rep. Larson of Connecticut visited in September 2007. The United States and Sweden share a strong and abiding relationship built on a foundation of shared values, cultural [...]
2009-05-20 15:53:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYOREP PGOV ECON SW
09STOCKHOLM327MALMO'S ISLAMISTS AND ENVIRONMENTALISTS CO-EXIST, UNEASILY
[...] Summary: The Charge, accompanied by the Regional Senior Commercial Officer and the Energy and Environment Outreach Assistant visited Lund and Malmo in southern Sweden May 14-15 to learn more about the Swedish side of the Oresund Region. Malmo is reinventing itself and trying to improve its re [...]
2009-05-28 14:01:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDENRG SENV KGHG KISL PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM342009 INVESTMENT CLIMATE STATEMENT: SWEDEN
[...] No summary [...]
2009-01-16 12:13:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECON EINV KIDE KSPR OPIC KTDB USTR SW
09STOCKHOLM362SWEDEN ON JUNE 15-16 GAERC
[...] (C) Summary: In preparation for the June 15-16 GAERC, Emboffs met June 11 with European Correspondent Magnus Scholdtz just prior to his meeting with Swedish Foreign Minister Bildt to review the GAERC. We also spoke earlier with Deputy Correspondent Jonas Wendel and other officials. They told [...]
2009-06-12 16:12:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV BM IS GR GG RU EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM368POST SUPPORT OF POTUS BILATERAL WITH SWEDISH PM
[...] (U) On June 16, the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally requested a bilateral meeting for Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt with the President on the margins of the G8 in Italy on 8-10 July. (We understand the Swedish embassy in Washington passed this request to NSC also.) [...]
2009-06-18 17:45:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON EUN IT SW
09STOCKHOLM384SCENESETTER FOR ASSISTANT SECRETARY GORDON'S JULY
[...] (U) Embassy Stockholm warmly welcomes you to Sweden. The mood in Sweden is both eager anticipation for its turn to set the agendas and chair the EU meetings, and a bit of trepidation at the daunting list of issues, starting with the financial crisis and climate change. Bilateral relations are [...]
2009-06-24 19:08:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPREL PGOV PINR ECON SENV SW
09STOCKHOLM389SWEDISH MINDEF ON AFGHANISTAN AND SWEDISH DEFENSE REFORM
[...] Summary. On May 29, Swedish Defense Minister Sten Tolgfors told CODEL Tanner: 1) Sweden is focusing on development and army training in Afghanistan, but has concerns about the capabilities of the Afghan National Police; 2) Swedish defense reforms signal the capacity for more international coo [...]
2009-06-26 14:42:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDPREL OREP MARR EUN MOPS AF SW
09STOCKHOLM408Swedes Propose Seminar to Break HLCG Redress Roadblock
[...] (SBU) Summary. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) Mary Ellen Callahan met with her counterparts at the Swedish Ministry of Justice (MOJ) to discuss how to make progress on the final issue relating to the High Level Contact Group's agreement on the principles for [...]
2009-07-08 05:55:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKJUS EUN PGOV PREL KCRM SW
09STOCKHOLM418EUR A/S GORDON'S JULY 3 MEETINGS WITH THE EU
[...] (U) Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Phil Gordon met with the 27 EU Member State Political Directors in Stockholm July 3. He then met with the EU Political Directors "troika," comprising Swedish PolDir Bjorn Lyrvall, EU Council Secretariat DG Robert Cooper, EU External Re [...]
2009-07-09 16:15:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALEUN PREL PGOV IR RS SW
09STOCKHOLM444MOVING FORWARD WITH UKRAINE, BELARUS, AND GEORGIA
[...] (SBU) Summary: On July 9, Poloffs and EUR/ACE Larry Silverman met with Malena Mard, Director of the Eastern Europe and Central Asian Department, and Johan Frisell, Head of the Eastern Europe Desk. Mard gave a rundown on the challenges Sweden expects during its EU Presidency between the EU and [...]
2009-07-21 14:42:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV UK BO GG EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM446BALTIC SEA STRATEGY: A PRIORITY FOR SWEDISH EU
[...] (SBU) Summary: The Baltic Sea Strategy, a Swedish initiative that is one of its EU Presidency priorities, is a regional approach to deeper integration of environmental, economic, energy/transport, and security regulations and practices among the eight EU member states that surround the Baltic [...]
2009-07-21 16:42:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDNEI PREL ECON SENV ENRG EUR RU SW
09STOCKHOLM449SCENESETTER FOR DHS DEPUTY SECRETARY HOLL LUTE'S
[...] (U) Embassy Stockholm warmly welcomes you to Sweden. Bilateral relations are close and collaborative, and you will find good partners in Minister for Justice Beatrice Ask, Minister for Asylum and Migration Tobias Billstrom, and Minister of Defense Sten Tolgfors. Sweden's EU Presidency priorit [...]
2009-07-22 16:57:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPTER PHUM PREL EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM452U.S.-EU JHA SENIOR LEVEL MEETING, STOCKHOLM, JULY 9-10,
[...] (SBU) Summary. U.S. and EU delegations met July 9 and 10 in Stockholm for the semiannual U.S.-EU Justice and Home Affairs Informal Senior Level Meeting. The meeting was unusually lively, substantive and outcome oriented, covering a lengthy agenda in an efficient manner. Delegates were well pr [...]
2009-07-23 10:04:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PINR PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM454SWEDEN: RECENT IMPACT OF THE FINANCIAL CRISIS
[...] Summary: Based on stress tests, the Financial Supervisory Authority stated that Sweden would be able to handle the losses incurred by its major banks on loans made to Baltic countries. The situation in Latvia became somewhat more stable when the Government was able to present its plans to re [...]
2009-07-23 14:12:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECIN ECON EFIN PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM459Media Reaction - Consulate closures
[...] No summary [...]
2009-07-24 06:31:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDOPRC KMDR KPAO PINS PHUM PINR PREF EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM461SKIRMISH, SWEDES KILL THREE EXTREMISTS IN NORTHERN
[...] (U) On July 23 at 2100 local time, Swedish troops came under fire in the Balkh district, three kilometers west of Mazar-e-Sharif, according to press and MFA sources. According to the Swedish Armed Forces, the attack on the Swedish rifle unit continued during the night. Reinforcements were disp [...]
2009-07-24 16:03:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PTER AF SW
09STOCKHOLM464TREASURY COHEN TALKS SANCTIONS WITH THE SWEDES
[...] (U) Summary: On June 18, Treasury's Assistant Secretary (A/S) for Terrorist Financing David Cohen, along with Treasury and Embassy Stockholm officials, met with Swedish officials involved with banking and sanctions policy. The Swedish interlocutors included Deputy Minister of Finance Mats Ode [...]
2009-07-27 12:44:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALECON TERR PREL PGOV IR NK SW
09STOCKHOLM466THE FOUR MAJOR SWEDISH BANKS REPORTING MAJOR CREDIT LOSSES
[...] Summary: Sweden's banking sector is highly concentrated, with four large banking groups (Nordea, Handelsbanken, Swedbank and Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken (SEB)) accounting for roughly 80 percent of sector assets. Beginning July 17, these four major banks presented their results for the seco [...]
2009-07-27 13:11:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECIN ECON EFIN PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM478SWEDISH ASSISTANCE TO AFGHANISTAN TO INCREASE TO
[...] (C) Summary: Embassy Stockholm has obtained an internal Swedish-language copy of a Swedish Foreign Ministry report on its Afghanistan aid program announced in a July 9 press release but which is still not available to the general public. This is the second in a series of cables detailing this [...]
2009-07-31 12:37:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALEAID PREL MOPS MARR AF SW
09STOCKHOLM484Media Reaction - Swedish Role in Afghanistan
[...] No summary [...]
2009-08-03 07:06:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDOPRC KMDR KPAO PINS PINR EUN AF SW
09STOCKHOLM5SWEDISH OFFICIAL ON IRAN: ELECTIONS, DOMESTIC
[...] (C) Summary: In an initial call in December on the Swedes in their upcoming EU Presidency capacity (reftel),EUR/ERA Director Bill Lucas met with the MFA's Iran expert and deputy head of the Middle East and North Africa Division, Dag Juhlin-Dannfelt. Dannfelt said: -- The EU3 has the policy [...]
2009-01-07 15:55:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV IR IS SW
09STOCKHOLM504SWEDEN'S PLAN TO MANAGE BORDER DISPUTES BETWEEN EU
[...] (C) Summary: Frustrated by the use of EU accession as a bargaining tool in border disputes, Sweden is working on a new mechanism to solve the problem, MFA Deputy Director General for Europe Lars Wahlund told PolCouns July 19. The Swedes would like to add a "Good Neighbor Policy" as a "pseudo [...]
2009-08-12 11:42:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL MARR NATO KPKO KVIR EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM545SWEDEN ASKS ABOUT U.S. EXPECTATIONS FOR THE G-20 SUMMIT;
[...] (SBU) Summary: As EU President, Sweden has asked what sort of political success the U.S. is seeking from the G-20 Summit in Pittsburgh. State Secretary for Finance Per Jansson noted the need to show concrete progress in handling the financial crisis, and on climate change. He also discusse [...]
2009-08-25 09:39:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON SENV PGOV PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM552NEW SWEDISH DEFENSE PRIORITIES: SWEDEN PUTS
[...] (C) Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy (DASD) James Townsend met with Ministry of Defense (MoD) Director General for Political Affairs Johan Raeder for bilateral defense consultations (BDCs) on July 17-18, the first such talks of what is expected to be an annual [...]
2009-08-26 16:43:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALKPKO KVIR MARR NATO PREL EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM557AMBASSADOR'S FIRST MEETING WITH FOREIGN MINISTER
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The Ambassador paid his first call on Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt August 28. The tone of the meeting was very positive, yet casual, as they exchanged anecdotes about their common experiences in the world of information technology. Highlights of the meeting included: [...]
2009-08-31 15:43:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM AF TU SW
09STOCKHOLM565SWEDES OFFER MORE DETAIL ON SEPTEMBER GYMNICH
[...] (C) Sweden's MFA Political Director Bjorn Lyrvall provided Pol Counselor with details on Swedish plans for discussions of the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan (AfPak),and improving the EU as a global actor at the informal gathering of EU foreign ministers ("Gymnich meeting") in Stockholm [...]
2009-09-03 13:18:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV AF IR IZ PK IS AL CE EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM570SWEDEN,S PLANS FOR THE G-20, CONCERNS ABOUT THE
[...] (C) Summary: In a meeting with the U.S. Ambassador, Sweden,s Finance Minister Anders Borg praised the new mind set of the U.S. Administration that has us participating in international institutions. He urged the U.S. to keep countries focused on the political need to prevent an economic coll [...]
2009-09-08 08:34:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN PGOV PREL SENV SW
09STOCKHOLM574AMBASSADOR DISCUSSES ENLARGEMENT, AFGHANISTAN WITH
[...] (C) Summary. In the Ambassador's introductory call on the Minister for EU Affairs, Cecilia Malmstrom, the minister expressed Sweden's eagerness to work together with the United States on climate issues and in Afghanistan. She cautiously said the Swedish EU presidency so far was going "okay" and [...]
2009-09-10 12:43:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPINR PREL TU SW
09STOCKHOLM577FOREIGN MINISTERS DISCUSS AFPAK, IRAN, MEPP AT
[...] (C) Summary: At the September 4-5 informal foreign ministers' meeting (Gymnich) in Stockholm, the Swedes deliberately limited the meeting agenda to provide adequate time for more thorough discussions, and the Swedes insisted on strict anonymity in reporting, a format that was broadly praised [...]
2009-09-10 15:09:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALAF AL CE EUN IR IS IZ PGOV PK PREL SY SW
09STOCKHOLM597RISE IN AFGHAN AND SOMALI MINORS TO SWEDEN, NORWAY
[...] (U) Summary: A sharp rise in unaccompanied minors from Afghanistan and Somalia has been reported in Sweden, Norway and Finland, according to UNHCR's regional office in Stockholm. UNHCR explains that the teens are smuggled through Europe in order to escape deteriorating security and economic s [...]
2009-09-18 14:28:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREF PREL UNHCR EUN NO FI SW
09STOCKHOLM599WHO IS CARL BILDT?
[...] (C) Summary. As Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt heads to New York and Washington, we wanted to give you some background on this independent-minded individual who nevertheless wants very much to work with the United States to solve a variety of international problems. --A product of the C [...]
2009-09-21 14:08:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM PREL AF IR RU SW
09STOCKHOLM616COUNCIL OF BALTIC SEA STATES SECRETARIAT CALLS FOR U.S.
[...] (U) Summary: The USG is invited to the Council of Baltic Sea States (CBSS) Annual Consultation between the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) and the CBSS Observer States, in Stockholm on October 6. At a September 24 preparatory meeting, the CBSS Secretariat Director asked of Observer State [...]
2009-09-28 05:11:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYSENV PGOV PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM629SWEDISH DEFENSE MINISTER ON AFGHANISTAN: "PLEASE
[...] (C) SUMMARY: In his October 2 meeting with the Ambassador, Swedish Defense Minister Tolgfors spoke primarily about Afghanistan. Highlights included: -- Security in Sweden's PRT was good during the elections but is declining overall. Swedish troops are patrolling more aggressively as a res [...]
2009-10-06 09:12:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PMIL PGOV KPAO AF SW
09STOCKHOLM631SWEDISH GOVERNMENT PUBLICALLY PRESSURES LATVIAN GOVERNMENT
[...] (U) Summary: Swedish officials publicly chastised the Government of Latvia for its inability to present a 2010 budget that would satisfy IMF and EU conditions during the annual IMF meeting this weekend. Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt and Finance Minister Andres Borg warned Riga that [...]
2009-10-07 05:21:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON ECIN PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM632SWEDISH GOVERNMENT PUBLICALLY PRESSURES LATVIAN GOVERNMENT
[...] (U) Summary: Swedish officials publicly chastised the Government of Latvia for its inability to present a 2010 budget that would satisfy IMF and EU conditions during the annual IMF meeting this weekend. Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt and Finance Minister Andres Borg warned Riga that [...]
2009-10-07 05:22:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEFIN ECON ECIN PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM654SWEDISH PREVIEW OF OCTOBER GAERC
[...] (SBU) Deputy EU Correspondent Jonas Wendel told poloff on October 16 that the October 26-7 GAERC will be done according to the "Bildt Format," which begins with a dinner on the 26th, and a full day of discussions on the 27th. The dinner topics are: --Iran non-proliferation issues, and maybe [...]
2009-10-15 15:15:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV IR AF CE ZL ZF EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM66DEFENSE MINISTER DISCUSSES ISAF, KFOR WITH CDA
[...] (S) On January 30, CDA, DAO and poloff met with Minister of Defense Sten Tolgfors. CDA thanked Sweden for its continued contributions to ISAF and KFOR and said the U.S. supports expansion of Sweden's international military operations. Tolgfors' points were: -- ISAF: Tolgfors said possible [...]
2009-01-30 16:54:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPMIL AF BK XZ ZB SW
09STOCKHOLM660SCENESETTER FOR ACTING ADMINISTRATOR FULGHAM's OCTOBER
[...] (U) Summary and Introduction: The U.S. Embassy in Stockholm warmly welcomes your visit to Sweden. The Government of Sweden is focusing its EU Presidency on several global priorities, including the financial crisis, climate change and development issues. Bilateral US-Sweden relations are close [...]
2009-10-20 06:29:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYETRD PREL IZ IR SW
09STOCKHOLM662FRAUD SUMMARY - STOCKHOLM
[...] Summary: As Sweden hosts the Presidency of the European Union from June through December 2009, one of the top priorities at the EU and national level remains refugees. Embassy Stockholm continues to deal with Sweden's large population of third country nationals, many with insufficient identif [...]
2009-10-21 12:38:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDCMGT CVIS KFRD ASEC CPAS SW
09STOCKHOLM674COUNCIL OF BALTIC SEA STATES SEEKS MORE COLLABORATION WITH
[...] Summary: On October 6, REO and Embassy staff attended the annual consultations between the Council of Baltic Sea States and its observer states (including the U.S.). CBSS officials presented priorities for the upcoming year and highlighted successful ongoing cooperation under CBSS experts gro [...]
2009-10-27 13:49:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDSENV PGOV PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM677SCENESETTER FOR SWEDISH PRIME MINISTER REINFELDT
[...] (C) Mr. President, You will meet with Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt next week when he leads the EU Troika delegation at the U.S.-EU Summit in Washington. Reinfeldt was an early public supporter of your candidacy and strongly endorses many aspects of your global agenda, including cli [...]
2009-10-28 17:32:00Embassy StockholmSECRETPREL ECON ETRD EFIN SENV EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM679WHO IS SWEDISH PRIME MINISTER FREDRIK REINFELDT?
[...] (C) Summary: As Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt heads to Washington, we wanted to give you some background on this composed and reflective individual. This cable draws on personal observations of Post personnel and a review of recent public documents, and sketches Reinfeldt's most salient pe [...]
2009-10-30 07:05:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM69SWEDEN PREPARES TO LEAD ON CLIMATE ISSUES DURING EU
[...] This cable contains action requests at para 8. 2. Summary. The Government of Sweden is organized to actively lead the EU during its Presidency, with the climate issue as its top priority -- and no close second. In a February 2 meeting between Embassy and Sweden's top climate officials, the [...]
2009-02-04 15:18:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDSENV KGHG PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM694SWEDEN APPROVES NORD STREAM PIPELINE
[...] Summary: On November 5, the Government of Sweden approved the request by Nord Stream AG to lay two pipelines to transport natural gas through international waters within Sweden's economic zone in the Baltic Sea. The pipeline would supply Germany with natural gas from Russia. In announcing the [...]
2009-11-06 06:38:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDENRG SENV PREL RU GM SW
09STOCKHOLM699SWEDES SEND BILATERAL COMMENT TO IMF CHAIR
[...] No summary [...]
2009-11-06 13:30:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEAID ECON EFIN CE SW
09STOCKHOLM701SWEDISH BANKING SECTOR STABLE, BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN
[...] Summary: All four major Swedish banks continued to see deteriorations to their credit portfolios in the third quarter primarily as a result of exposure to the Baltic region and Ukraine, but signs of improvement appeared in the form of decelerating credit losses. Market commentators continued t [...]
2009-11-09 06:15:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN PREL ECON SW
09STOCKHOLM702SWEDISH BANKING SECTOR STABLE, BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN
[...] Summary: All four major Swedish banks continued to see deteriorations to their credit portfolios in the third quarter primarily as a result of exposure to the Baltic region and Ukraine, but signs of improvement appeared in the form of decelerating credit losses. Market commentators continued t [...]
2009-11-09 06:15:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN PREL ECON SW
09STOCKHOLM703 SWEDEN: 2009-2010 INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY
[...] Sweden is not a significant illicit drug producing country. However, police report that Sweden is increasingly becoming a transit country for illegal drugs to other Nordic countries and Eastern European states. The fight against illegal drugs is an important government priority and enjoys stro [...]
2009-11-09 13:29:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR PGOV PREL KSEP SW
09STOCKHOLM705 SWEDEN: 2009-2010 INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY
[...] Sweden is not a significant illicit drug producing country. However, police report that Sweden is increasingly becoming a transit country for illegal drugs to other Nordic countries and Eastern European states. The fight against illegal drugs is an important government priority and enjoys stro [...]
2009-11-09 14:46:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR PGOV PREL KSEP SW
09STOCKHOLM711SWEDISH GOSSIP ON NEW EU POSITIONS
[...] (C) On November 11, Swedish Deputy EU Correspondent Jonas Wendel gave acting PolCouns the Swedish scoop on the wheeling and dealing for new positions in Brussels. Reinfeldt has already spoken with each EU Member State and the announcement of the November 19 extraordinary meeting is an indicati [...]
2009-11-12 13:15:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM714GOVERNMENT OF SWEDEN STIMULATES THE ECONOMY, AND VOTERS,
[...] (U) Summary: On September 21, the Swedish Government presented its Budget Bill for 2010 to Parliament. The Budget is geared to both combat the economic recession, and garner votes in 2010 national elections. According to the Swedish Government, the SEK 32 billion (USD 4.6 billion) in new spe [...]
2009-11-13 12:26:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ECON SW
09STOCKHOLM72SWEDISH GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL MEASURES TO
[...] Summary: On February 3, the Government announced a U.S. $6 billion rescue package for the banking sector, utilizing the Stability Fund introduced in October of 2008. The package is designed to enable banks to increase lending to businesses and households. Sweden's major banks continue to st [...]
2009-02-05 10:21:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN SW
09STOCKHOLM734Sweden's Economic Outlook Improves, But Problems Remain
[...] (U) Summary: Sweden's economy continues to recover. Although still in recession, the 2009 fall in GDP is projected to be less at 4.6 percent. Unemployment will peak earlier than expected, and at a slightly lower level of 10.7 percent. Finance Ministry projections remain somewhat more negativ [...]
2009-11-24 06:44:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN ECON PGOV PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM759SCENESETTER FOR WHITE HOUSE ONDCP DIRECTOR R. GIL
[...] (U) Embassy Stockholm warmly welcomes you to Sweden. Your visit provides an opportunity to further cement close and collaborative bilateral relations with a nation and a government whose outlook on key international issues closely matches ours. For example, Sweden's foreign and defense minis [...]
2009-12-04 14:38:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR PREL PTER AF SW
09STOCKHOLM765SHRAPNEL FROM SWEDEN'S AFGHAN DESK OFFICER
[...] No summary [...]
2009-12-09 14:38:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL MARR MOPS AF SW
09STOCKHOLM776EU PATENT BREAKTHROUGH DURING SWEDISH PRESIDENCY AND
[...] (U) Summary: The EU Competitiveness Council, chaired by Swedish Trade Minister Ewa Bjorling, managed to broker a deal after over 40 years of efforts to agree on a unified EU patent system. Swedish Minister for Communications, Esa Torstensson discussed Swedish concerns about the ongoing ACTA [...]
2009-12-14 13:49:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKIPR EINT ETRD ECON PGOV SW
09STOCKHOLM780SWEDEN LAUNCHES EASTERN EUROPE ENERGY EFFICIENCY
[...] (U) Summary: On NOvember 26, Sweden launched the Eastern Europe Energy Efficiency and Environment Partnership by hosting a donor conference, which raised more that EUR 90 million in pledges from European countries and the US to finance energy efficiency projects. Poloff attended donor conferen [...]
2009-12-15 11:51:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDEAID ECIN ECON EIND ENRG PGOV PREL SENV SW
09STOCKHOLM784MUSLIM COMMUNITIES STRUGGLE TO INTEGRATE IN SWEDEN
[...] (SBU) Summary: Approximately 30% or 400,000 of Sweden's foreign-born population comes from a Muslim-majority country. Despite generous government-sponsored social services for newcomers, immigrants routinely face racial, ethnic and religious discrimination. Immigrants often live in segregate [...]
2009-12-16 11:49:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALKISL PHUM PTER PINR PREL SW
09STOCKHOLM791COP-15 SUMMIT REPORTING IN SWEDEN
[...] (U) SUMMARY: The domination of COP-15 in Swedish media was only temporarily broken when General Motors announced the closure of car manufacturer SAAB on December 19. All outlets relayed a sense of disappointment on the outcome of the conference, calling it a 'failure' and delivering a 'weak res [...]
2009-12-22 10:26:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDOPRC KMDR KPAO PINR SW XA
09STOCKHOLM794SWEDISH MFA POLITICAL DIRECTOR ON IRAN,
[...] (C) Summary: In a December 18 meeting, MFA Political Director Bjorn Lyrvall told CDA that: --FM Bildt's recent meeting with his Burmese counterpart offered a good opportunity to convey EU concerns. --Implementing the EU Action Plan for Afghanistan and Pakistan is a top priority, and the lo [...]
2009-12-22 15:16:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL AF IR BU UN EUN SW
09STOCKHOLM83SWEDISH TRADE MINISTER ON PROTECTIONISM, TRADE WITH IRAN,
[...] This cable contains an action request at para 4. 2. On February 3, Swedish Minister for Foreign Trade, Ewa Bjorling, discussed with Charge the following issues: -- Fears of protectionism Bjorling expressed Swedish concerns about protectionist tendencies detected in the "Buy American" [...]
2009-02-09 14:42:00Embassy StockholmUNCLASSIFIEDETRD PREL IZ IR SW
09STOCKHOLM91SWEDISH VIEWS ON FEBRUARY GAERC AGENDA ITEMS
[...] No summary [...]
2009-02-12 15:48:00Embassy StockholmCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV EU SW
09STPETERSBURG115CONSTITUTIONAL COURT CHIEF JUSTICE ZORKIN: INDEPENDENT
[...] (SBU) Summary. In a cordial and surprisingly open conversation with Ambassador and Consul General August 27, Valery Zorkin, Chairman of the Russian Constitutional Court, underscored the importance of strengthening judicial independence and the rule of law in Russia, welcomed the possibility [...]
2009-09-02 08:00:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG118LGBT FILM FESTIVAL FACES CONTINUED LOCAL HOSTILITY
[...] (SBU) Summary. Last year's St. Petersburg LGBT (Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender) community "Side-by-Side" film festival generated an intense media and political backlash, with access to several planned film venues repeatedly shut down due to strong political pressure. "Side-by-Side" organi [...]
2009-09-08 12:08:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PHUM
09STPETERSBURG121KALININGRAD OUTREACH: DESPITE COOL RECEPTION, SOLID INTEREST
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Consulate officers traveled to Kaliningrad recently for public diplomacy and consular outreach. Despite a cool reception at Kaliningrad's main university and amidst rumors of misdeeds associated with the collapse of the region's main airline, Conoffs managed to meet with hundred [...]
2009-09-30 08:35:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS CVIS KFRD OEXC SCUL
09STPETERSBURG2GLOBAL ECONOMIC DOWNTURN HITS ST. PETERSBURG
[...] (SBU) Summary. The ongoing economic downturn is increasingly being felt in St Petersburg and threatens to jeopardize many of the achievements of St. Petersburg's economic development over the last several years. The city government has been forced to recalculate its budget, several ambitious [...]
2009-01-12 08:13:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYRS ECON
09STPETERSBURG28UNITED RUSSIA WINS THROUGHOUT NORTHWEST RUSSIA
[...] (SBU) Summary: Numerous elections were held in Northwest Russia on March 1st at the oblast, city, and local levels. With turnout low, United Russia won everywhere resoundingly with only minor setbacks. The Communists and Liberal Democrats had relatively poor showings, and other opposition gr [...]
2009-03-17 12:10:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG29GRYZLOV JR.: A LESSON IN KNOWING YOUR PLACE IN ST.
[...] (SBU) Summary: Dmitriy Gryzlov, son of the State Duma Chairman, lost his electoral bid as an independent candidate in the St. Petersburg municipal elections on March 1st. After his loss, he was quick to accuse United Russia of unfair campaigning and election fraud. Gryzlov said also that the [...]
2009-03-17 12:10:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG32PSKOV OBLAST - VERTICAL OF POWER WITHOUT APOLOGY
[...] (SBU) Summary. Pskov Oblast and City has a new political hierarchy with strong Kremlin ties -political and financial. The opposition sees these personnel moves as an effort to consolidate Muscovite control over the region. Local authorities say the oblast's and city's economies have not suff [...]
2009-03-24 10:29:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV PREL ECON EN LG
09STPETERSBURG49MURMANSK - POTENTIAL POLITICAL UPHEAVAL QUELLED
[...] (SBU) Summary: The March 2009 replacement of Murmansk Oblast Governor Yevdokimov following his split from United Russia and support of successful mayoral candidate Sergey Subbotin created an uncertain political environment for the new mayor, with rumors that his election would be overturned in [...]
2009-04-22 08:20:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG54ST. PETERSBURG'S MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS POST SCRIPT
[...] (SBU) Summary: While United Russia won the March 1 municipal elections in St. Petersburg by a wide margin, its victory was tainted by accusations of electoral fraud. Allegations by opposition groups range from improper denial of candidate registration to outright vote stealing, and were fairly [...]
2009-04-27 10:38:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG73DISPUTED ST. PETERSBURG MUNICIPAL ELECTION SEAT SAGA
[...] (SBU) Summary: Controversy continues to surround St. Petersburg's March 1 municipal elections. In the city district of Morskoy Okrug, a local court cancelled the allegedly forged final election figures which deprived Yabloko candidate Boris Vishnevskiy of his apparent victory. But, Vishnevsk [...]
2009-06-16 13:24:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS PGOV
09STPETERSBURG9RUSSIAN GAS SALES IN THE BALTIC REGION - A COOPERATIVE
[...] (SBU) Summary. The history of the international gas trade from northwest Russia to its Baltic neighbors is an example of an extraordinary smooth and successful shift towards market principles. The main factors that facilitated this were the financial willingness and ability of the Baltic cons [...]
2009-01-23 10:46:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS ECIN EPET EN LG LH FI
09STPETERSBURG94NW RUSSIA REACTIONS TO PRESIDENT OBAMA'S VISIT
[...] (SBU) Summary. Reaction to President Obama's recent Moscow visit generally has been positive in Northwest Russia, despite some lingering apprehensions about the future course of U.S.-Russian relations. Local polls show the general attitude towards the United States in St. Petersburg following [...]
2009-07-28 05:09:00Consulate St PetersburgUNCLASSIFIEDRS OPRC PREL
09STRASBOURG16COUNCIL OF EUROPE AND KOSOVO MEMBERSHIP
[...] (C) The Council of Europe (COE),involved in democratic consolidation in Kosovo over the past decade, takes a "status-neutral" approach to Pristina; many COE member states that have recognized Kosovo independence, including the UK, are cautious about promoting Kosovo's potential COE membership. [...]
2009-07-17 13:07:00Consulate StrasbourgCONFIDENTIALPREL PHUM COE KV FR
09STRASBOURG17COUNCIL OF EUROPE AND GEORGIA: LITTLE TO SHOW AFTER AUGUST
[...] (C) Summary: The Council of Europe (COE) has had a very limited effect on post-conflict relations between Russia and Georgia. The "quiet diplomacy" of the COE Commissioner of Human Rights has achieved only modest results. While Georgia may seek the suspension of the Russian COE parliamenta [...]
2009-07-29 09:54:00Consulate StrasbourgCONFIDENTIALPREL PHUM COE FR GG RU
09STRASBOURG20LEGAL ADVISER'S DISCUSSIONS WITH THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Legal Adviser Harold Koh and European Court of Human Rights President Jean-Paul Costa supported increased contact between the U.S. and the Court during a meeting in Strasbourg September 11, with Costa noting that both face many of the same challenges. Koh outlined increased U. [...]
2009-09-15 14:13:00Consulate StrasbourgUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL COE FR
09SURABAYA11FIRST USN SHIP VISIT TO BALI SINCE 2002 SPOTLIGHTS
[...] (SBU) Summary: For the first time since 2002, a U.S. Naval ship paid a visit to the resort island of Bali, spotlighting Indonesia's much improved security situation and deepening U.S.-Indonesia security and counterterrorism cooperation. The visit by USS LASSEN and its crew is the latest exampl [...]
2009-02-04 03:31:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL KPAO ASEC ID
09SURABAYA16EAST JAVA MUDFLOW UPDATE: U.S. ADVISOR BUILDING
[...] (SBU) Summary: After almost two months on site, the U.S. mud advisor Van Williams has built a strong working relationship with officials at the Sidoarjo Mud Management Agency (BPLS). The collapse of a major directional dike at the mudflow's epicenter has hampered BPLS's efforts to move large qu [...]
2009-02-13 09:10:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EPET EINV ELAB ENRG PGOV ASEC ID
09SURABAYA25FRAUD SUMMARY - (SURABAYA)
[...] Please find below the semi-annual fraud report for U.S. Consulate General Surabaya for the period September 2008 - February 2009. A. Country Conditions Indonesia is an archipelago of over 17,500 islands spanning three time zones and 3,400 miles along the Equator. Its population of 245 [...]
2009-03-13 09:27:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDKFRD CVIS CPAS CMGT ASEC ID
09SURABAYA33EAST JAVA: NEW BREED, OLD PROBLEMS, LOCAL OFFICIALS CHART
[...] (SBU) Summary: Since elections started changing the face of Indonesian politics nearly a decade ago, cities and regencies in East Java are increasingly electing officials with private sector experience and clear plans for local development. Congen Surabaya visited Trenggalek Regency and Kedir [...]
2009-04-09 09:15:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EAID PGOV ID
09SURABAYA36SOUTH SULAWESI: MORE YAWNING, LESS YELLING WHILE GOLKAR
[...] (SBU) Summary: The 2009 Legislative elections in South Sulawesi were marked by a dip in turnout and a generally orderly process. This was in stark contrast to the angry crowds held back by concertina wire following the hotly contested 2007 South Sulawesi governor's election. Early results sho [...]
2009-04-13 20:45:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV KDEM ID
09SURABAYA38MALUKU: HIGH TURNOUT, ENTHUSIASM, ETHNICITY NOT RELIGION
[...] (SBU). Summary: The parliamentary elections in Maluku were peaceful and voter turnout was high. Despite the area's history of sectarian conflict, the outcome of this and recent local elections demonstrated that religion is no longer the primary factor in choosing political leadership. Voters te [...]
2009-04-17 10:07:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV ECON PREL ASEC PHUM ID
09SURABAYA4EAST JAVA AND CENTRAL SULAWESI: RHETORIC HEATS UP PEACEFUL
[...] (SBU) Summary: Demonstrations against Israeli military action in the Gaza strip remain peaceful in Surabaya. Four recent demonstrations have focused on the Consulate itself and one on the Consular Agency in Bali. In Surabaya, protestors led by a local leader in the Islamic Cleric's Associa [...]
2009-01-13 10:15:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV KIRF PINS ID PHUM KISL
09SURABAYA45TFFLU01: BALI'S REACTION TO THE H1N1 INFLUENZA THREAT
[...] (U) Summary. While there are no reports of H1N1 infected persons on the Hindu tourist island of Bali, local Airport, Health, and Department of Animal Husbandry officials are all reportedly prepared for the possibility of H1N1 cases in Bali. Airport officials are utilizing thermal scanning equi [...]
2009-05-05 11:07:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKFLU CASC AEMR ASEC KFLO TBIO KSAF KPAO PREL
09SURABAYA55METHANOL SPIKED "ARAK" RESULTS IN MULTIPLE DEATHS IN BALI
[...] Indonesian authorities on the island of Bali have confirmed more than 50 cases of suspected methanol poisoning associated with consumption of apparent methanol-spiked "arak" (also referred to as "arrack"). Arak is a common home-brewed alcoholic beverage in Bali, but is also produced by a few [...]
2009-06-02 11:04:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDCASC SNAR SOCI ETRD ID
09SURABAYA56METHANOL SPIKED "ARAK" RESULTS IN MULTIPLE DEATHS IN BALI
[...] Indonesian authorities on the island of Bali have confirmed more than 50 cases of suspected methanol poisoning associated with consumption of apparent methanol-spiked "arak" (also referred to as "arrack"). Arak is a common home-brewed alcoholic beverage in Bali, but is also produced by a few [...]
2009-06-02 11:04:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDCASC SNAR SOCI ETRD ID
09SURABAYA59CONSULAR MANAGEMENT VISIT TO BALI CONSULAR AGENCY
[...] Summary: Supervisory Consular Officer (SCO) Terry Mobley visited Bali from June 8 - 9 to conduct the annual Consular Agency management review. During the visit, SCO and outgoing Bali-based Consular Agent Joshua Finch and newly hired Consular Agent Joseph Curtin reviewed Consular Agency opera [...]
2009-06-10 09:34:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDCMGT CASC CPAS ID
09SURABAYA73DECENTRALIZATION BRINGS LOCAL SOLUTIONS TO HEALTH SERVICES
[...] (SBU) Summary: The GOI's decentralization program has created significant leeway for local governments to prioritize community services and spending. Surabaya, Indonesia's second largest city, has focused its attention on improving health services and allocated significant budget resources to [...]
2009-08-11 01:12:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYEAID SENV SOCI ID
09SURABAYA81EAST JAVA: SURABAYA'S RAMADAN OUTREACH MAKES A POSITIVE
[...] (U) Summary: The staff of ConGen Surabaya extended their hands to 1500 Indonesians during the first three weeks of Ramadan. Surabaya hosted seven Iftaar events (known locally as Buka Puasas) throughout East Java and gave eight presentation on "Muslims in America" at local schools. The Iftaar [...]
2009-09-17 09:34:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO PREL SOCI KISL ID
09SURABAYA87FRAUD SUMMARY - (SURABAYA)
[...] Please find below the semi-annual fraud report for U.S. Consulate General Surabaya for the period March - August 2009. A. Country Conditions Indonesia is an archipelago of over 17,500 islands spanning three time zones and 3,400 miles along the Equator. Its population of 245 million com [...]
2009-10-01 09:33:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDKFRD CVIS CPAS CMGT ASEC ID
09SURABAYA93NTT: LONG-TERM CONDITIONS GENERATE HIGH INFANT/MATERNAL
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province, one of the poorest in Indonesia, faces serious health challenges, especially high maternal and infant mortality rates and child malnutrition. Experts blame problems with access, a lack of medical personnel, a lack of education and information, [...]
2009-10-09 08:37:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EAID PGOV ID
09SURABAYA98BALI'S JEMBRANA REGENCY: A MODEL OF EFFICIENCY
[...] The Regency of Jembrana is recognized as a model for decentralization by prominent Indonesian media outlets, including Tempo. On a recent trip by Chargi d'Affaires Ted Osius to Jembrana, Jembrana's Regent, Prof Winasa, demonstrated the Regency's use of technology to improve operational effic [...]
2009-10-22 09:32:00Consulate SurabayaUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV ECON ID
09SUVA130DIMINISHING MEDIA FREEDOM IN FIJI
[...] (SBU) Summary. Media censorship in Fiji is at an all-time high and rising following the abrogation of its constitution on April 10. Under two decreed Public Emergency Regulations, the interim government (IG) is censoring news, placing military officers in key news rooms, deporting foreign jo [...]
2009-04-16 03:34:00Embassy SuvaUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV KPAO FJ KDEM
09SUVA131FIRST STEPS IN DEALING WITH POST-CONSTITUTIONAL
[...] (SBU) Summary: The abrogation of Fiji,s 1997 Constitution and the reinstatement of Fiji,s military-led interim government (IG) is the denouement of a series of IG blunders that has compounded the serious racial and economic problems already confronting ethnic and Indo-Fijians. The challenge [...]
2009-04-16 08:10:00Embassy SuvaCONFIDENTIALFJ KDEM PGOV PREL
09SUVA251NOTED ACADEMIC'S SPEECH BANNED BY FIJI'S DE FACTO
[...] (U) On June 12, Fijian police banned the opening session of the Fiji Institute of Chartered Accountants annual congress in Nadi because Fiji lawyer and outspoken critic of the de facto government Graham Leung and Dr. Brij Lal, Professor of Pacific and Asian History at the Research School of Pa [...]
2009-06-12 03:16:00Embassy SuvaUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL FJ KDEM
09SUVA346SCENE-SETTER FOR PACOM VISIT TO TONGA
[...] (C) Your visit to Tonga comes at a time when the benefits of our increased engagement are coming to fruition. This past year, the Tonga Defense Service (TDS) completed a successful deployment to Iraq. The U.S. Navy,s Pacific Partnership 2009 mission took place in July. This joint effort wa [...]
2009-08-31 04:35:00Embassy SuvaCONFIDENTIALPREL MARR TN FJ PGOV PHUM
09SUVA82PRC VICE PRESIDENT XI'S VISIT TO FIJI
[...] (SBU) Summary. The recent stop-over in Fiji of China's Vice President Xi Jinping enroute to his Latin America visits provided Beijing an opportunity to strengthen incrementally its growing economic, security, and political relationship with Suva. For Fiji's interim government (IG),the timin [...]
2009-03-05 03:49:00Embassy SuvaCONFIDENTIALPREL EAID FJ CH
09SYDNEY70LABOR COULD FALL IN QUEENSLAND STATE ELECTION
[...] (C/NF) Queensland's Labor state government is dangerously close to losing reelection in the state's March 21 polls. The Labor party has dominated state politics for the last eight years, winning three consecutive elections and amassing a commanding 15-seat majority in Parliament. Public opinio [...]
2009-03-19 06:53:00Consulate SydneyCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR AS
09TAIPEI1029CODEL BERMAN'S AUGUST 20-22 VISIT TO TAIWAN
[...] (C) Summary. Taiwan officials expressed appreciation for U.S. assistance in response to Typhoon Morakot during the August 20-22 visit of CODEL Berman. President Ma Ying-jeou and opposition leader Tsai Ing-wen both underscored the importance of U.S. security commitments to Taiwan, including th [...]
2009-08-25 08:58:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALOREP OVIP MASS MARR PREL PGOV PHUM TW CH
09TAIPEI1069H1N1 HIGHLIGHTS TAIWAN'S SHORTCOMINGS IN RISK
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY. H1N1 has caused five deaths in Taiwan, and although the illness' trajectory is not atypical relative to other areas with outbreaks, more severe cases and deaths are expected in the coming months. Taiwan has placed an order for Tamiflu and an H1N1 vaccine from Swiss sources, an [...]
2009-09-02 08:45:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALAEMR AMGT ASEC CASC KFLU KFLO TBIO XE TW
09TAIPEI1106OPPOSITION LEADER: DPP SUPPORT WILL GROW AS RULING
[...] (C) Summary. Opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Chair Tsai Ing-wen told the Director on September 10 she anticipated no policy shifts under President Ma Ying-jeou's new Cabinet and predicted the new Premier would have a tough time managing the executive branch. The ruling Kuomint [...]
2009-09-11 07:10:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL TW
09TAIPEI1109LIFE SENTENCES FOR FORMER PRESIDENT CHEN, FIRST
[...] (SBU) Summary. The Taipei District Court on September 11 convicted former President Chen Shui-bian and his wife Wu Shu-jen on multiple corruption charges including embezzlement, money laundering, and bribery. The presiding judge handed down life sentences for both and $16 million in fines. [...]
2009-09-11 10:15:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALKCRM KJUS PGOV PREL TW CH
09TAIPEI1112FORMER PREMIER SAYS OPPOSITION PARTY HAS A CHANCE
[...] (C) Summary. Former Premier Su Tseng-chang told the Director on September 14 he was optimistic the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) could return to power by regaining the people's confidence. The former DPP chairman criticized the current party leader as ineffective and hinted he wanted to [...]
2009-09-15 07:39:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PG TW PGOV
09TAIPEI1149UIGHUR DOCUMENTARY AT CENTER OF LATEST
[...] (C) Summary: At the urging of the city government, a Kaohsiung film festival rescheduled the screening of a documentary about Uighur activist Rebiya Kadeer in hopes of lessening possible PRC repercussions on the local economy. Several mainland tourist groups have cancelled visits to Kaohsiung [...]
2009-09-22 10:58:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM KDEM CH TW
09TAIPEI1201THE DIRECTOR'S INTRODUCTORY CALL ON DEFENSE
[...] (U) SUMMARY: In an introductory meeting with Director on October 5, Defense Minister Kao Hua-chu reiterated that F-16 C/Ds, submarines, utility helicopters and the two remaining batteries of PAC-3 air defense missiles were Taiwan's most pressing priorities. Minister Kao also noted the continu [...]
2009-10-06 07:51:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALMARR PREL MASS TW CH
09TAIPEI1219KMT ENTERING LOCAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN IN WEAKENED
[...] (C) Summary: The ruling Kuomintang (KMT) on October 11 expelled seven mavericks who launched challenges to official party candidates in December elections for 17 mayors and county magistrates. The insurgents could foil the campaigns of at least a few KMT candidates, thereby providing momentum [...]
2009-10-13 06:18:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV KDEM TW
09TAIPEI1398ACADEMIC TALKS SET MILESTONE IN CROSS-STRAIT
[...] (C) Summary: A November 13-14 conference in Taipei on cross-Strait relations marked a milestone in PRC-Taiwan political discussions. The PRC delegation, which included distinguished academics and retired senior People's Liberation Army (PLA) officers, was the highest-profile group from the M [...]
2009-11-25 04:07:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALMARR PGOV PM PREL TW CH
09TAIPEI1410AIT CHAIRMAN DISCUSSES U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS, BEEF
[...] (C) Summary: President Obama strongly reaffirmed U.S. policy on Taiwan during his recent trip to China, AIT Chairman Ray Burghardt told ruling Kuomintang (KMT) officials and opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)leaders during his November 22-25 visit to Taipei. Taiwan officials urged [...]
2009-11-30 10:09:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MARR ETRD EAGR TW CH
09TAIPEI1412PRESIDENT MA, OPPOSITION PARTY SEEK POLITICAL
[...] (C) Summary: Both President Ma Ying-jeou and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) view the December 5 elections for county magistrates, city mayors and local council members as crucial to resurrecting their battered political fortunes. Ma has been racing around the island to cam [...]
2009-12-02 08:45:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALTW PGOV
09TAIPEI1424PRESIDENT MA, OPPOSITION PARTY SEEK POLITICAL
[...] (C) Summary: Both President Ma Ying-jeou and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) view the December 5 elections for county magistrates, city mayors and local council members as crucial to resurrecting their battered political fortunes. Ma has been racing around the island to cam [...]
2009-12-03 09:52:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV KDEM TW CH PREL
09TAIPEI1496FORMER USPACOM COMMANDER KEATING'S OFFICE CALL
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: President Ma and Admiral (Retired) Keating discussed cross-strait relations, confidence building measures, US-Taiwan relations, PRC military development, and arms sales during a December 15 meeting. Improved cross-Strait ties bolstered regional security, Ma said, but needed to [...]
2009-12-16 09:30:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYMARR MAS PREL TW CH
09TAIPEI1511DPP PROTESTS PLANNED AHEAD OF CROSS-STRAITS TALKS
[...] (C) Summary. Taiwan,s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) hopes to attract 100,000 people to a December 20 protest of cross-Strait talks that opens two days later in Taichung City. Smaller protests are likely to greet the lead Chinese negotiator when he arrives the following day and to continu [...]
2009-12-18 05:35:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR TW CH
09TAIPEI1521CHAIR TSAI ING-WEN RESTORES DPP CONFIDENCE, GAINS
[...] (SBU) Summary: Tsai Ing-wen is enjoying her highest level of support since becoming Democratic Progressive Party Chair in May 2008. The crowd at the December 20 DPP rally against President Ma Ying-jeou's cross-Strait policy rousingly welcomed Tsai to the stage, a marked contrast to the lukewar [...]
2009-12-23 06:35:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV KDEM TW CH PREL
09TAIPEI201KMT AND DPP BRACE FOR UPCOMING ELECTION CHALLENGES
[...] (C) Summary: Currently enjoying a dominant position in Taiwan politics, the ruling KMT is expected to do well in two legislative by-elections in March. In early December, however, the Ma Ying-jeou administration will face a much tougher "mid-term exam" when elections are held for county magi [...]
2009-02-20 10:41:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV TW
09TAIPEI416PRO-GREEN ACADEMICS WORRY TAIWAN IS BEING
[...] (SBU) Summary: A number of Taiwan and international participants at a recent conference on the 30th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) expressed concern that the rise of China, Taiwan's growing economic dependence on the PRC, and cross-Strait detente are drawing Taiwan increasingly [...]
2009-04-07 10:08:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL CH TW
09TAIPEI417REPRESENTATIVES LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART AND MARIO
[...] (SBU) Summary. Representatives Lincoln Diaz-Balart and Mario Diaz-Balart expressed support for the Taiwan Relations Act and for President Ma's strategy for improving cross-Strait relations during a cordial April 7 meeting. Ma emphasized the continued need for U.S. security assistance, noting [...]
2009-04-07 10:18:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL ETRD OVIP TW CH
09TAIPEI430KMT CHAIRMAN WU POH-HSIUNG ON DECEMBER LOCAL
[...] (C) Summary: KMT Chairman Wu Poh-hsiung told the Director on April 8 that dissatisfied voters had sent a message to President Ma and the KMT in two recent legislative by-elections, where the party did not do as well as in 2008. Nonetheless, Wu did not expect the city and county elections in D [...]
2009-04-08 10:49:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV TW
09TAIPEI467GOVERNMENT TIGHT-LIPPED AS RUMORS OF WHA OBSERVER
[...] (C) Despite widespread media speculation, Taiwan officials have been tight-lipped, both publicly and in private, about possible talks with China on Taipei's bid for WHA observer status. Although there are a number of sensitive political issues to be resolved, public statements by President M [...]
2009-04-15 10:44:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV WHO TW CH
09TAIPEI489REPRESENTATIVES LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART AND MARIO
[...] (SBU) Summary. Taiwan officials expressed their appreciation to Representatives Lincoln Diaz-Balart and Mario Diaz-Balart for their efforts to reaffirm U.S. commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) during their April 6-8 visit to Taiwan, and emphasized the importance of the U.S. relations [...]
2009-04-24 07:38:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL ETRD OVIP TW CH
09TAIPEI529TRYING TIMES FOR DPP CHAIR TSAI ING-WEN
[...] (C) Summary: Tsai Ing-wen continues efforts to overcome challenges and revitalize Taiwan's major opposition party as she nears her first anniversary as DPP Chairperson. Tsai's moderate and cautious approach has drawn criticism from some DPP supporters who want the party to take a more confron [...]
2009-05-01 09:10:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR TW
09TAIPEI579DEEP GREEN LEADERS FRET OVER CROSS-STRAIT AND
[...] (C) Summary: At a dinner for the Director on May 12 hosted by DPP Legislator Trong Chai, a group of Deep Green leaders registered their concerns about President Ma "selling out" Taiwan to the PRC. Trong Chai expressed hope the U.S. would take a more balanced approach to Taiwan politics and n [...]
2009-05-13 10:34:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL CH TW
09TAIPEI624PRESIDENT MA YING-JEOU RIDING HIGH AFTER FIRST
[...] (C) Summary: Independent polling shows public satisfaction with President Ma Ying-jeou's performance has risen from 29 to 39 percent over the past two months. Much of the improvement appears due to the recent rise in the stock market and public expectations of a better economy in the future. [...]
2009-05-22 11:39:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ECON EAGR MARR PINR US CH TW
09TAIPEI778THE DIRECTOR'S FAREWELL CALL ON PRESIDENT MA
[...] (C) Summary. The United States does not agree with the PRC view that U.S. arms sales to Taiwan are out of step with improving cross-Strait ties, the Director told Ma Ying-jeou during his June 25 farewell call on the President. Taiwan arms purchases are intended solely to replace older systems [...]
2009-06-26 10:01:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON ETRD MARR TW CH
09TAIPEI996MORAKOT SITREP 5: DEATH TOLL CLIMBS AGAIN AS U.S.
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY. The estimated losses from Morakot continue to mount, suggesting this could be the most deadly weather-related disaster to hit Taiwan in fifty years. Relief and rebuilding efforts are gaining momentum. The arrival here of supplies provided by DoD received wide media coverage. [...]
2009-08-17 09:43:00American Institute Taiwan, TaipeiUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON AEMR CASC PGOV SENV XE TW
09TALLINN10TRAVEL & TOURISM: ESTONIA'S HIDDEN ECONOMIC
[...] (U) SUMMARY: The travel and tourism industry in Estonia accounts for an estimated one-fifth of GDP, and is increasingly important as the economy moves away from its old manufacturing base. In-bound and out-bound tourism from Finland, Sweden, Russia and elsewhere is thriving, and the cruise s [...]
2009-01-08 14:52:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV EFIN ECON EINV EN
09TALLINN106ESTONIA TO CODEL BERKLEY: U.S. VALUES MAKE WORLD
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: The April 14-15 visit to Tallinn by the Congressional delegation led by Representative Shelley Berkley (D-NV) provided an occasion for a clear affirmation of the strong U.S.-Estonia relationship. Media coverage was widespread and positive. All Estonian interlocutors urged caut [...]
2009-04-17 11:05:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV ECON ENRG OREP AMGT ASEC RU EN
09TALLINN110Estonia Hopeful but Expects Little from Baltic
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The Government of Estonia (GOE) and Eesti Energia are hopeful the discussions at the April 27 Baltic Prime Ministers' Council will be positive, but they don't expect concrete results this weekend. Eesti Energia feels the new Lithuanian government does not grasp the complexity of [...]
2009-04-24 14:21:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ENRG KGHG RU LH LG EN
09TALLINN125SCENESETTER FOR ESTONIAN PM ANSIP'S U.S. VISIT
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Prime Minister Andrus Ansip will visit Washington and New York May 12-15. Estonia's longest- sitting Prime Minister is ardently pro-American, a leading advocate for Estonia's military engagements abroad and the face of Estonian fiscal restraint. In his meetings, the Prime Minist [...]
2009-05-08 11:13:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ENRG NATO ECON EN
09TALLINN144IMF CALLS ESTONIAN ECONOMY 'RESILIENT' AS
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: PM Ansip's May 21 dismissal of junior coalition members - including his Minister of Finance - demonstrate how contentious the recent debates over budget cuts have been. Estonia's first quarter GDP in 2009 fell 15 percent over the same period in 2008. The GOE needs to make pai [...]
2009-05-22 14:32:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV EFIN ECON EINV EN
09TALLINN182009 INVESTMENT CLIMATE STATEMENT - ESTONIA
[...] (U) The following is the 2009 Investment Climate Statement for Estonia, keyed to questions in reftel. 2. (U) A.l. Openness to Foreign Investment Since joining the EU in 2004, the Estonian government has sought to maintain liberal policies in order to attract investments that could produce [...]
2009-01-14 14:40:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN ELAB ETRD KTDB EINV OPIC
09TALLINN235Scenesetter for A/S Gordon's Visit to Estonia
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Thank you for coming to Tallinn. Estonians and their government are strongly pro-American, joining us in Afghanistan and other missions abroad from a sense of common values, but also to buttress Estonian security. Estonians very much look to NATO (and the U.S. in particular) to [...]
2009-08-05 12:32:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV EN
09TALLINN237AFHGAN ILLEGAL MIGRATION CORRIDOR THROUGH ESTONIA
[...] No summary [...]
2009-08-06 09:16:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCVIS SMIG PHUM PREF KFRD KCRM EN
09TALLINN247A/S GORDON'S AUGUST 13 VISIT TO ESTONIA
[...] (C) SUMMARY: In his first official visit to Tallinn on August 13, Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs Philip Gordon and Estonian FM Urmas Paet discussed a wide range of issues and agreed there was much the U.S. and Estonia could do together to reinforce democracy in Eastern Eu [...]
2009-08-19 15:50:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV NATO EN
09TALLINN259Estonian Economy Falling, Euro Adoption in Trouble
[...] (C) Summary: On August 27, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) predicted the Estonian economy would contract by 14.5 percent in 2009, with positive growth only occurring in 2011. Unemployment will remain above ten percent for at least the next four years. In a meeting the same day with visiting Tre [...]
2009-09-02 14:09:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN ECIN EN
09TALLINN293U.S.-Baltic Annual CFE Consultations: Support for CFE, U.S.
[...] (C) Summary: The three Baltic states used this year's annual CFE consultations in Tallinn to express regret that U.S.-Russia discussions on CFE were not progressing due to Russia's repetition of old ideas, but insisted the U.S. continue to lead on CFE in order to maintain a unified NATO appro [...]
2009-09-25 15:02:00Embassy TallinnSECRET//NOFORNPARM PREL NATO KCFE EN
09TALLINN309NATO SYG VISIT TO ESTONIA
[...] (U) SUMMARY. On October 13, poloff met with Kristel Engman, NATO desk officer in the MFA's Security Policy Division to receive a readout of NATO Secretary General Rasmussen's October 8th visit to Tallinn. The SYG met with President Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Prime Minister Andrus Ansip, Foreign [...]
2009-10-14 13:22:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PINS MARR NATO EN
09TALLINN311Estonia:Local Elections Outlook
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY. On October 18, Estonians and non-citizen legal residents will cast ballots in local elections for 226 town councils. While the debates outside Tallinn remain focused on local and domestic issues ("it's the economy, stupid") , the race in Tallinn is being trumpeted (by the oppo [...]
2009-10-15 14:22:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPGOV EN
09TALLINN315Estonia: Response to October GAERC Points
[...] Pol Chief delivered reftel points to Kristina Meius, Director of the MFA's European Division, on October 22. Meius provided the following responses: 2. Afghanistan/Pakistan: Estonia believes the EU must play a more visible role in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and make this region a priori [...]
2009-10-23 13:11:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV EUN EN
09TALLINN325Estonia Opposes Nord Stream Pipeline CLASSIFIED BY: Marc Nordberg, Political/Economic Chief; REASON: 1.4(B),(D) Classified by Charge Karen Decker for Reasons 1.4 B & D.
[...] (SBU) Summary: Although the Nord Stream pipeline will not cross Estonian waters, Estonians are concerned about the pipeline for environmental and security reasons. Estonian MPs argue that they do not oppose Nord Stream, but complained that the pipeline company has failed to answer many questions ab [...]
2009-11-06 15:01:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALENRG PREL SENV RS EN
09TALLINN327Estonian Defense Budget: Preserving Deployments Amidst Cuts
[...] SUMMARY. Estonia's 2010 defense budget falls just short of its NATO commitment to spend two percent on defense, coming in at 1.86 percent of GDP. While the budget has fallen in absolute terms, defense spending remains comparable to 2009 as a percentage of GDP. The budget preserves spending [...]
2009-11-10 09:50:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPREL MARR MASS ECON EN
09TALLINN333Estonia Likely to Support U.S. NATO Enlargement Strategy
[...] (C) Pol Chief delivered reftel points November 13 to MFA Security Policy Director Paul Teesalu. Teesalu said the GOE is still engaged in internal debate on its position towards enlargement for the December ministerial, and thanked the USG for these points which would influence Estonia's thinki [...]
2009-11-13 15:24:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL NATO PARM MARR KTIA EN NUC
09TALLINN34ESTONIA'S POST-IRAQ AGENDA
[...] (C) SUMMARY: On January 22, the Government of Estonia (GOE) concluded formally Estonia's participation in coalition operations in Iraq, after lengthy negotiations between GOE and Government of Iraq (GOI) on the status of Estonian forces failed to produce results. In the days following this d [...]
2009-02-02 12:06:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MARR MOPS NATO IZ EN
09TALLINN35Estonian - Russian Relations (Part 1):
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY AND COMMENT: Estonia's economic ties with Russia are modest and relatively straightforward. Bilateral trade with Russia has held steady for several years at around eight percent of Estonia's total, with imports dominated by mineral fuels. Exports are spread across all sectors. [...]
2009-02-05 13:41:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL EFIN ECON EINV RU EN
09TALLINN3522009-2010 INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY REPORT
[...] (U) The following is Embassy Tallinn's submission for the 2009 - 2010 (EUR) International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) Part I, Drugs and Chemical Control. ---------- I. SUMMARY ---------- 2. (U) The seizures of large amounts of narcotic substances, detection of drug traffi [...]
2009-10-30 15:49:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR EN
09TALLINN353ESTONIA'S SUPPORT TO KFOR ENDS IN 2010 BUT DEVELOPMENT
[...] SUMMARY. Estonia will likely end its military mission in Kosovo in February 2010, but it will maintain a staff presence and civil assistance program over the medium term. Estonia's commitment to development cooperation with Kosovo has deepened significantly in recent years; over the next two [...]
2009-11-30 13:04:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPREL MOPS KV EN
09TALLINN357Estonia Scenesetter for DAS Quanrud
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Thank you for coming to Tallinn. Estonia is strongly supportive of USG policies, joining us in Afghanistan and in other missions abroad to buttress their own security, but also as a result of Estoniabs very real commitment to democracy. Fear of Russian aggression and/or manipul [...]
2009-12-01 07:54:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON EN
09TALLINN361ESTONIA UPBEAT ON VISAGINAS NPP; PROSPECTS FOR A DOMESTIC
[...] (C) In separate meetings with Econoff, GOE and Eesti Energia officials expressed their pleasure with the progress Lithuania has made recently on the Visaginas nuclear power plant (NPP) project and emphasized that Estonia was only at the earliest stages of developing its own, alternative, NPP. [...]
2009-12-03 14:47:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALENRG ECON PREL EINV LH EN
09TALLINN37ESTONIA - NINTH ANNUAL ANTI-TRAFFICKING REPORT
[...] (U) The following is Embassy Tallinn's Anti- Trafficking Report for Estonia. Responses are keyed to the checklist (Ref A). Post's points of contact on Trafficking in Persons (TIP) are Political Officer Alamanda Gribbin (Email: GribbinAL@state.gov; tel: +372-668-8291) and Political Assistant [...]
2009-02-10 07:43:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKTIP KCRM PHUM KWMN SMIG KFRD ASEC PREF
09TALLINN370Estonia Supports Macedonia's EU Negotiations
[...] Pol Chief delivered reftel points November 16 to Tonis Idarand, MFA Director for Central and Southern Europe. Idarand replied that Estonia shares the USG opinion and supports the EC's recommendation to start formal accession negotiations with Macedonia. However, Idarand said that Greece and C [...]
2009-11-16 14:27:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPREL EUN MK EN
09TALLINN371Estonia: DAS Quanrud Discusses Afghanistan, Russia, the
[...] (C) Summary: GOE officials reaffirmed to visiting EUR DAS that Estonia will remain in Afghanistan as long as needed, and is looking for ways to increase its presence. Estonia will contribute an additional trainer to EUPOL and a counter-IED team in Helmand Province, and is considering other opt [...]
2009-12-16 10:30:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON MOPS EN
09TALLINN373Estonia Pleased with NATO Contingency Planning Plan
[...] (U) Pol Chief and DATT delivered reftel points on December 15 to Paul Teesalu, Director of the MFA's Security Policy Division, and to Sven Sakkov, MOD Undersecretary for Defense Policy, and Eerik Marmei, MOD Director of the NATO and ESDP Department. 2. (S) Teesalu welcomed the information and call [...]
2009-12-16 13:02:00Embassy TallinnSECRETNATO MARR MCAP PREL EN
09TALLINN381Parliamentary President on Afghan Commitment, Russian
[...] (C) Summary: In his introductory call on President of the Parliament Ene Ergma on December 14, Ambassador applauded Estonia's contribution in Afghanistan, asked for her views on relations with Russia, and praised Estonia's remarkable economic resilience. Ergma stressed that she fully understand [...]
2009-12-17 12:09:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV ECON EN
09TALLINN383Estonia's Missing Russian Parties
[...] (U) Summary: Even though one-third of Estonia's population is Russian-speaking, Estonia has no strong Russian political parties. The few ethnic Russian parties that have formed have remained on the margins of politics. Instead, largely because it is the only Estonian political party reaching o [...]
2009-12-17 12:48:00Embassy TallinnCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL SOCI EN
09TALLINN384USG HELPS BALTIC STATES FIND THEIR WAY TO CLEAN AND GREEN
[...] (SBU) SUMMARY: Post and the Department of Energy organized the Baltic Clean and Green Energy Conference October 14-15 in Tallinn. The conference brought together more than 150 high level policymakers, energy technology experts, and industry leaders from around the region. The discussions focu [...]
2009-11-27 09:05:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDENRG ECON PGOV EINV EN
09TALLINN48U.S., BALTIC INDUSTRY MAY LOSE ESTONIAN IPR
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see paragraph 7. 2. (U) Summary: New budget cuts at the Motion Picture Association (MPA) threaten roughly USD 40,000 in funding to Estonia's only anti-piracy NGO, the Estonian Organization for Copyright Protection (EOCP). Loss of this funding will [...]
2009-02-23 13:20:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDETRD KIPR ECON EN
09TALLINN57Estonia Adapting as Economy Reels
[...] (U) SUMMARY: While confidence in the government remains strong, recent economic data now show that Estonia?s economic slowdown has been more dramatic than anyone expected. The Government of Estonia (GOE) has responded quickly, cutting the FY2009 state budget by a further 6.7 percent on Februa [...]
2009-03-06 07:04:00Embassy TallinnUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV EFIN ECON EINV EN
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