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May 12, 2008

Webchat with Ambassador Charles A. Ford: Opportunities and Challenges of Creating a Society of Hope in Honduras
On May 16, 2008 at 1:00 p.m., join U.S. Ambassador to Honduras Charles A. Ford for an online discussion in which he will highlight issues of mutual concern to the U.S. and Honduras. Topics available for discussion will include security, economic growth, social justice, and immigration, among others. Ambassador Ford will answer your questions live online in English and Spanish.

New FDA Web Page - Melons / Cantaloupes

Visit the new FDA web page with current information on melons/ cantaloupes.
Ambassador Charles A. Ford delivers his remarks at the Santa Barbara Rotary Club on February 22, 2008. Ambassador Charles A. Ford's Remarks at the Santa Barbara Rotary Club
President Bush Announces His Intention To Nominate Hugo Llorens To Be Ambassador of the United States of America To Honduras
The President intends to nominate Hugo Llorens, of Florida, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Honduras. Mr. Llorens currently serves as Deputy Chief of Mission at the United States Embassy in Spain.
The United States will commit $39.6 million of FY 2007 funds to help countries in the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) enhance labor and environmental protection practices. The new funding will complement activities underway that received $19.84 million in FY 2005 and $39.6 million in FY 2006. These activities, both local and regional in scope, were identified in consultation with partner governments to ensure they address each country’s priorities. U.S. Supports Funding for Provisions of Caribbean Trade Pact
The U.S. Government Announces Its Intent to Apply a Textile Safeguard Measure on Cotton Socks
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) today announced it has voted to notify Honduras of its intent to apply a textile safeguard measure on cotton socks imported into the United States. CITA made a determination that a safeguard measure is warranted with respect to imports of Honduran origin cotton socks based on the substantial growth in imports from Honduras.
Worldwide Caution on the Continuing Threat of Terrorist Actions and Violence against Americans and Interests Throughout the World
The Department of State remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations and other violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests overseas. Current information suggests that al-Qaida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks against U.S. interests in multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics including suicide operations, assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings and bombings.
Consular Section Announces Increase on Non Immigrant Visa Fees
On January 1, 2008, the fee to apply for any non-immigrant visa to enter the United States, including tourist, business, student and other visas, will increase to $131 dollars world-wide. The Department of State must periodically adjust fees, whether for visas or other services provided, to comply with U.S. federal legislation requiring it to recoup the costs of services through fees charged directly to the users of those services. Improvements in security and information processing systems, as well as inflation, have increased processing costs for both immigrant and non-immigrant visas, as well as for certain services provided to U.S. citizens.
Rice Remarks at Council of the Americas 38th Annual Meeting
In her remarks to the 38th Annual Meeting of the Council of the Americas on May 7, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said, "I believe then, in recent years, we've seen a convergence of ideals and interests. Among nations in the region, and amidst all the different traditions that we embody, we agree on first principles -- that the path to greater opportunity and social justice is different for every country, but the features are similar: democracy and the rule of law, responsible governance and open economies, investment in the health and education of people."
Merida Initiative Takes Aim at Transnational Crime
Through the Merida Initiative, the United States, Mexico and several Central American countries are confronting the shared threat of transnational organized crime, says a top U.S. diplomat. “The United States has a compelling strategic interest in moving quickly to reinforce our partnership with Central America to check illicit activity in the region,” Assistant Secretary of State Thomas Shannon told a congressional panel May 8.
In his remarks at a Council of the Americas meeting on May 7, President Bush said, "The foundation of good foreign policy is good relations with your neighbors. A peaceful and secure neighborhood is in the interest of the United States of America. And so I want to talk to you about the hemisphere we share, the challenges we face, and the aggressive work that the United States is doing to help make the Americas a place of hope and liberty." (White House photo) President Bush’s Remarks at Council of the Americas Meeting
In his remarks at a Council of the Americas meeting on May 7, President Bush said, "The foundation of good foreign policy is good relations with your neighbors. A peaceful and secure neighborhood is in the interest of the United States of America. And so I want to talk to you about the hemisphere we share, the challenges we face, and the aggressive work that the United States is doing to help make the Americas a place of hope and liberty. Unfortunately, today some countries in the region are seeing a resurgence of radicalism and instability. And one nation in the region remains mired in the tyranny of a bygone era -- and that is Cuba."
Barack Obama celebrates his North Carolina victory, May 6. Obama won the state by 14 percentage points. (© AP Images) Big Win in North Carolina Expands Obama’s Lead
Primary voters in Indiana and North Carolina put Democrat Barack Obama closer to his party’s presidential nomination, despite a loss in the May 6 Indiana primary. With few nominating contests left and Obama’s lead growing, political experts predict it will be difficult for Hillary Clinton to earn the nomination.
State Department Report on Terrorism in the Western Hemisphere
The State Department released its Country Reports on Terrorism for 2007 on April 30, 2008. The report in the Western Hemisphere says, "Regionally based Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) in Colombia, and remnants of radical leftist Andean groups were the primary perpetrators of terrorist acts in the Western Hemisphere."
President Bush talks with Guatemalan president Alvaro Colom at the White House on April 28. (White House photo) Bush, Guatemalan President Remarks at the White House
During a photo opportunity with Guatemalan President Alvaro Colom at the White House on April 28, President Bush said, "We talked about security and the need for the region -- Mexico, the United States and the countries of Central America -- to fight drug trafficking. I told the President that we are working hard to reduce demand for drugs here in America. And at the same time, we want to work in conjunction with strong leaders to make sure these drug traffickers don't get a stronghold."
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