| | Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs
The Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs is headed by Assistant Secretary of State Roger F. Noriega , who is responsible for managing and promoting U.S. interests in the region by supporting democracy, trade, and sustainable economic development, and fostering cooperation on issues such as drug trafficking and crime, poverty reduction, and environmental protection.
 
| | | Highlights | | Fact sheet: U.S. Engagement in the Western Hemisphere (9/12/2003)
Ambassador John F. Maisto was nominated by President George W. Bush to be U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States on March 25, 2003. He was sworn in on July 31, 2003. [Biography] Organization of American States
 New Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Sworn In
Ambassador Roger F. Noriega formally assumes his new duties after being sworn in by Secretary Powell on September 9, 2002. [full text]
 What are Americans doing to achieve human rights objectives?
Read Supporting Human Rights and Democracy: The U.S. Record 2002-2003- a report that for the first time in a systematic way captures the tireless work of the U.S. Government to promote democratic structures and respect for human rights." [full text of preface; briefing]
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