| | Bureau of Western Hemisphere AffairsThe 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.
Mission:
We are working with our partners in the Americas to generate broad-based growth through freer trade and sound economic policies; to invest in the well-being of people from all walks of life; and to make democracy serve every citizen more effectively and justly.
Objectives: We are strengthening an Inter-American community formed by:
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Economic partners that are democratic, stable, and prosperous;
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Friendly neighbors that help secure our region against terrorism and illegal drugs;
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Nations that work together in the world to advance shared political and economic values.
 
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Secretary Powell's Visit to the Region
His remarks to the American Chamber of Commerce in Sao Paulo, Brazil: "Brazil and the United States share a vision of this hemisphere as an example of freedom and progress for the world. Our two nations have worked closely together to ensure that during moments of crisis, all nations maintain their respect for the democratic process and the constitutional order." [full text]
U.S. Hurricane Relief for the Caribbean
The U.S. is committed to helping the people of the Caribbean recover from the devastating hurricanes that have hit the region. [full text]
Narcotics Control Reports
South America;
Canada, Mexico, and Central America;
The Caribbean;
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