US Foreign Policy: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Globalization: What Is It?
The "Cold War Era" and the "Space Age" have been replaced with the "Era of Globalization," a definition from Keith Porter -- your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
The "Cold War Era" and the "Space Age" have been replaced with the "Era of Globalization," a definition from Keith Porter -- your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
Globalization: Good or Bad?
Is globalization a plus or a minus for the world?, from Keith Porter--your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
Is globalization a plus or a minus for the world?, from Keith Porter--your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
U.S.-Chinese Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and China, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and China, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Iraq War Timeline
A timeline of the Iraq War from 2002 to present, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
A timeline of the Iraq War from 2002 to present, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
U.S.-U.K. Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-Russian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Russia, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Russia, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Classroom in Djibouti
A classroom at Elementary School #2 in the Tadjoura region of Djibouti.
A classroom at Elementary School #2 in the Tadjoura region of Djibouti.
Senator Barack Obama
A brief profile of former Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of former Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
US-Mexican Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Mexico, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Mexico, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Khat in Djibouti
Khat is a widely used drug in Djibouti
Khat is a widely used drug in Djibouti
US-Iran Relations
Background on the US-Iran Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Iran Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Who Makes Foreign Policy
Who makes U.S. foreign policy (or American foreign policy) today? What is foreign policy? And what roles do the president and congress play? A description from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who makes U.S. foreign policy (or American foreign policy) today? What is foreign policy? And what roles do the president and congress play? A description from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Inspecting the Well in Djibouti
U.S. military repairs a water well in Djibouti
U.S. military repairs a water well in Djibouti
U.S.-France Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and France, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and France, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-Venezuelan Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Venezuela, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Venezuela, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
United Nations Peacekeeping Forces
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
"Downtown" Camp Lemonier
Central area of Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Central area of Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
The Role of the Congress
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown Report from Djibouti
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown report from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti for the public radio documentary Beyond Fear: America's Role in an Uncertain World
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown report from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti for the public radio documentary Beyond Fear: America's Role in an Uncertain World
Iraq War Profile
Iraq War background and summary are provided in this issue profile from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Iraq War background and summary are provided in this issue profile from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Market in Downtown Djibouti
The market in downtown Djibouti, Djibouti
The market in downtown Djibouti, Djibouti
U.S.-Japanese Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Japan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Japan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
School Lunch Room in Djibouti
The lunch room, renovated by the U.S. military, at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
The lunch room, renovated by the U.S. military, at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
US-Egypt Relations
Background on the US-Egypt Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Egypt Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Basketball in Djibouti
U.S. military volunteers in Djibouti play basketball at an orphanage
U.S. military volunteers in Djibouti play basketball at an orphanage
Ancient Trail
This ancient trail is used by animals and nomads moving from Ethiopia through Djibouti
This ancient trail is used by animals and nomads moving from Ethiopia through Djibouti
Nomads Near a Desert Oasis in Djibouti
Nomads wait near a desert oasis in Djibouti
Nomads wait near a desert oasis in Djibouti
School Computers in Djibouti
A computer lab for training teachers across the Tadjoura region of Djibouti. The equipment was donated by the U.S. Agency for International Development.
A computer lab for training teachers across the Tadjoura region of Djibouti. The equipment was donated by the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Donkeys at the Oasis
Donkeys drink at a natural desert oasis in Djibouti
Donkeys drink at a natural desert oasis in Djibouti
Sixteen Person Tent
Sixteen person tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Sixteen person tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Damaged Well in Djibouti
A damaged well in Djibouti slated for repair by a U.S. Army National Guard team
A damaged well in Djibouti slated for repair by a U.S. Army National Guard team
Food From the United States in Djibouti
Bags of food, donated by the United States, in a storeroom at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
Bags of food, donated by the United States, in a storeroom at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo. July 2008
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo
U,S,-Russia Timeline
A look at the US-Russian relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Russian relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Role of the Executive Branch
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
English Discussion in Djibouti
Kristin McHugh and Malcolm Brown (center) record the English Discussion Group in Djibouti
Kristin McHugh and Malcolm Brown (center) record the English Discussion Group in Djibouti
U.S.-Brazilian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Brazil, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Brazil, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A Tent Door At Camp Lemonier
Door to a tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Door to a tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Fruit Seller in Djibouti
A fruit seller at Djibouti's main market
A fruit seller at Djibouti's main market
US Supports G-20
This article discusses why the G-20 has become more important than the G-8 as an international economic summit and what it means to the US. The topics include which countries belong to the G-20, how it differs from the G-8 and the Obama Administration's viewpoint on the increasing importance of the G-20.
This article discusses why the G-20 has become more important than the G-8 as an international economic summit and what it means to the US. The topics include which countries belong to the G-20, how it differs from the G-8 and the Obama Administration's viewpoint on the increasing importance of the G-20.
Timeline U.S. Japan Relations
A look at the US-Japan relationship from 1854 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Japan relationship from 1854 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
US-Israel Relations
Background on the US-Israel Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Israel Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Next Secretary of State
One of the most important choices the next president will make is nominating a new secretary of state. Who are the leading candidates? Take the poll.
One of the most important choices the next president will make is nominating a new secretary of state. Who are the leading candidates? Take the poll.
United Nations
A profile of the United Nations, the world's only universal membership inter-governmental organization, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the United Nations, the world's only universal membership inter-governmental organization, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-German Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Germnay, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Germnay, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Timeline US Iran Relations
A look at the US-Iranian relationship from 1953 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Iranian relationship from 1953 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
What Is Multilateralism?
Explanation of the term "multilateralism", its importance, policy examples and President Obama's view on multilateralism.
Explanation of the term "multilateralism", its importance, policy examples and President Obama's view on multilateralism.
Timeline U.S. China Relations
A look at the US-China relationship from 1844 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-China relationship from 1844 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Ambassador Susan Rice
Susan Rice is U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Susan Rice is U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-Pakistani Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Pakistan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Pakistan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Timeline U.S. DPRK Relations
A look at the US-North Korean relationship from 1950 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-North Korean relationship from 1950 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Who Cares?
Why should average Americans care about U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Why should average Americans care about U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
World Opinion of US 2007
World opinion of the United States is growing worse. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines new data and finds a silver lining as well.
World opinion of the United States is growing worse. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines new data and finds a silver lining as well.
US-North Korea Relations
Background on the US-North Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-North Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
U.S.-Indian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and India, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and India, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S. State Department
A profile of the U.S. State Department, the "foreign ministry" of the United States of America, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the U.S. State Department, the "foreign ministry" of the United States of America, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
US-Zimbabwe Relations
Background on the US-Zimbabwe Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Zimbabwe Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
US-Syria Relations
Background on the US-Syria Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Syria Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
U.S.-German Timeline
A look at the US-German relationship from 1608 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-German relationship from 1608 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Timeline US Cuba Relations
A look at the US-Cuban relationship from 1898 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Cuban relationship from 1898 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S.-Israel Timeline
A look at the US-Israeli relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Israeli relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Fixing the Security Council
Can the U.N. Security Council Be Fixed? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the crucial need for Security Council reform.
Can the U.N. Security Council Be Fixed? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the crucial need for Security Council reform.
Rethinking Foreign Aid
A blue-bibbon panel recommends big changes to U.S. foreign aid. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has the story.
A blue-bibbon panel recommends big changes to U.S. foreign aid. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has the story.
US-Russia Relationship
George W. Bush increasingly found his foreign policy at odds with Russian policies. President Obama is trying to connect with President Medvedev on matters of policy as well as at a personal level. Both sides are interested in building a new relationship between the United States and Russia.
George W. Bush increasingly found his foreign policy at odds with Russian policies. President Obama is trying to connect with President Medvedev on matters of policy as well as at a personal level. Both sides are interested in building a new relationship between the United States and Russia.
US-Cuban Relations
Background on the US-Cuban Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Cuban Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Things Bush Did Right
Passport, the blog of Foreign Policy magazine, used the occasion of George W. Bush's 61st birthday (7/6/07) to print a list of things his Administration has done right in U.S. foreign policy. As they wrote, "Passport is usually pretty critical of the Prez. So for a change of pace and out of respect for the man's special day, here are the top ten things Bush and his team have gotten right during his time in office. No wisecracks, I promise." Here, I took their list and expanded on each item.
Passport, the blog of Foreign Policy magazine, used the occasion of George W. Bush's 61st birthday (7/6/07) to print a list of things his Administration has done right in U.S. foreign policy. As they wrote, "Passport is usually pretty critical of the Prez. So for a change of pace and out of respect for the man's special day, here are the top ten things Bush and his team have gotten right during his time in office. No wisecracks, I promise." Here, I took their list and expanded on each item.
Victory for Diplomacy in Korea
A look at the diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Profile: James Jones
Profile of James L. Jones, National Security Advisor in the Obama Administration
Profile of James L. Jones, National Security Advisor in the Obama Administration
Rise of Arab Media
Hundreds of free pan-Arab satellite television stations are having a major impact on the Middle East. Governments, including the United States, have no choice but to respond. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy explains.
Hundreds of free pan-Arab satellite television stations are having a major impact on the Middle East. Governments, including the United States, have no choice but to respond. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy explains.
Hillary Clinton
A brief profile of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
The United Nations Security Council
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
Secretary of State Baker
James A. Baker was the 61st U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
James A. Baker was the 61st U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
failedstates
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says, "The failed state is a real threat to our peace and security." Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains why.
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says, "The failed state is a real threat to our peace and security." Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains why.
Best Foreign Policy Blogs
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends the best foreign policy blogs.
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends the best foreign policy blogs.
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Iraq War Implications
The war in Iraq and its fallout have been at the center of U.S. foreign policy since 2002. The war and surrounding issues occupy the attention of nearly all those in leadership at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. And the war has fueled anti-American sentiment around the world, making global diplomacy all the more difficult. Our relations with almost every country in the world are in some form colored by the war, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
The war in Iraq and its fallout have been at the center of U.S. foreign policy since 2002. The war and surrounding issues occupy the attention of nearly all those in leadership at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. And the war has fueled anti-American sentiment around the world, making global diplomacy all the more difficult. Our relations with almost every country in the world are in some form colored by the war, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
2008 Presidential Race
The 2008 race to be "Leader of the Free World" has begun. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the foreign policy experience and positions of all leading candidates in the 2008 presidential race.
The 2008 race to be "Leader of the Free World" has begun. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the foreign policy experience and positions of all leading candidates in the 2008 presidential race.
Law of the Sea Treaty
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea has been ratified by most countries, but not the United States. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the treaty.
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea has been ratified by most countries, but not the United States. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the treaty.
What Is Arms Control?
The meaning of the term "Arms Control", its history and significance, and how it affects US foreign policy.
The meaning of the term "Arms Control", its history and significance, and how it affects US foreign policy.
US-South Korea Relations
Background on the US-South Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-South Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Profile: Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger was U.S. secretary of state and national security adviser for presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. Learn more about his background, education, experience, and sweeping influence on U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Henry Kissinger was U.S. secretary of state and national security adviser for presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. Learn more about his background, education, experience, and sweeping influence on U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A cemetery outside Gjakova, Kosovo. July 2008
A cemetery outside Gjakova, Kosovo July 2008
A cemetery outside Gjakova, Kosovo July 2008
John McCain Foreign Policy
A brief profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
US Foreign Policy - Articles
An index of articles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
An index of articles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
United Nations Headquarters
The United Nations Building sits along First Avenue (between 42nd and 45th street) in New York City. The building opened in 1952 and is considered a striking example of the International Style of architecture. The tall glass covered structure houses the U.N. Secretariat. The lower, swooping building with a central dome is home to the United Nations General Assembly.
The United Nations Building sits along First Avenue (between 42nd and 45th street) in New York City. The building opened in 1952 and is considered a striking example of the International Style of architecture. The tall glass covered structure houses the U.N. Secretariat. The lower, swooping building with a central dome is home to the United Nations General Assembly.
Ban Ki Moon?
Who is the new United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - offers this short bio.
Who is the new United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - offers this short bio.
Senator Joe Biden
A brief profile of Senator Joe Biden's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Senator Joe Biden's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Anti-Americanism
Understanding how the world views the U.S.A. is an important part of planning and carrying out U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at anti-Americanism around the world.
Understanding how the world views the U.S.A. is an important part of planning and carrying out U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at anti-Americanism around the world.
World Hot Spots
America's interests - and reach - are global. Therefore, a crisis anywhere on the planet has a good chance of being on the agenda at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon as well. Here are the top hot spots consuming U.S. foreign policy efforts today.
America's interests - and reach - are global. Therefore, a crisis anywhere on the planet has a good chance of being on the agenda at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon as well. Here are the top hot spots consuming U.S. foreign policy efforts today.
Fidel Castro
Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the life of Fidel Castro.
Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the life of Fidel Castro.
Secretary of State Powell
A A brief profile of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A A brief profile of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Report from Djibouti
The U.S. military has a unique operation in Djibouit. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - shares this first hand account.
The U.S. military has a unique operation in Djibouit. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - shares this first hand account.
The Marc Chagall Peace Window at United Nations Headquarters
Bella Meyer (left at podium), the granddaughter of Marc Chagall, speaking at the dedication ceremony (October 24, 2005) for the completed restoration project of the Peace Window (behind) by Marc Chagall. The window was installed at the United Nations in 1964 in honor of Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjold. Right is Shashi Tharoor, Under Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information. The ceremony was part of the events held today to mark the 60th anniversary of the United Nations.
Bella Meyer (left at podium), the granddaughter of Marc Chagall, speaking at the dedication ceremony (October 24, 2005) for the completed restoration project of the Peace Window (behind) by Marc Chagall. The window was installed at the United Nations in 1964 in honor of Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjold. Right is Shashi Tharoor, Under Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information. The ceremony was part of the events held today to mark the 60th anniversary of the United Nations.
Transformational Diplomacy
Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice's plan to change the world, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice's plan to change the world, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
US-South Africa Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and South Africa, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and South Africa, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Role of Local Governments
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Secretary of State Albright
Madeleine Albright was the 64th U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Madeleine Albright was the 64th U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Headed for Djibouti
New tools in the U.S. foreign policy toolbox unfold in the Horn of Africa. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - visits Camp Lemonier in Djibouti.
New tools in the U.S. foreign policy toolbox unfold in the Horn of Africa. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - visits Camp Lemonier in Djibouti.
President Barack Obama
A brief profile of President Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of President Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Clinton and Lavrov Meet
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has her fist meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, from Keith Porter, your About.com Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has her fist meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, from Keith Porter, your About.com Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Graffiti in Kosovo
Graffiti in downtown Pristina, Kosovo says "Go f**k Russia."
Graffiti in downtown Pristina, Kosovo says "Go f**k Russia."
The Kosovo Decision
Can the United Nations prevent bloodshed in Southeast Europe? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the upcoming Kosovo decision.
Can the United Nations prevent bloodshed in Southeast Europe? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the upcoming Kosovo decision.
RAND Corporation
A profile of the RAND Corporation, one of America's oldest foreign policy think tanks, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the RAND Corporation, one of America's oldest foreign policy think tanks, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Oil, Africa and China
The role played by oil in world politics (and U.S. foreign policy) is hard to quantify but impossible to deny. While the Middle East is the center of oil politics, the new frontier is Africa according to "Untapped: The Scramble for Africa's Oil," an important new book from John Ghazvinian.
The role played by oil in world politics (and U.S. foreign policy) is hard to quantify but impossible to deny. While the Middle East is the center of oil politics, the new frontier is Africa according to "Untapped: The Scramble for Africa's Oil," an important new book from John Ghazvinian.
Obama and U.S. Foreign Policy
A profile of Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Secretary of State Rice
A brief profile of U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Role of Think Tanks and NGOs
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Secretary of State
The Secretary of State (the position is more commonly called "Foreign Minister" in other countries) is the highest ranking, non-elected person in the U.S. government. He or she sits fourth in the order of presidential succession after the Vice President, Speaker of the House, and President pro tempore of the Senate. The first Secretary of State was Thomas Jefferson.
The Secretary of State (the position is more commonly called "Foreign Minister" in other countries) is the highest ranking, non-elected person in the U.S. government. He or she sits fourth in the order of presidential succession after the Vice President, Speaker of the House, and President pro tempore of the Senate. The first Secretary of State was Thomas Jefferson.
Clinton and Obama Clash
Senator's Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama clashed on a fundamental issue of U.S. foreign policy at a July CNN/You Tube debate. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the dispue and the fall out.
Senator's Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama clashed on a fundamental issue of U.S. foreign policy at a July CNN/You Tube debate. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the dispue and the fall out.
World News Coverage
The lack of solid news coverage of world affairs impacts American foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at what we don't know.
The lack of solid news coverage of world affairs impacts American foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at what we don't know.
What Can You Do
A number of citizens groups are out there making a difference in U.S. Foreign Policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
A number of citizens groups are out there making a difference in U.S. Foreign Policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
Take a Tour the United Nations
A woman sells tickets to a tour of the United Nations May 12, 2006 at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later. Tours in many languages are given most weekdays at the UN.
A woman sells tickets to a tour of the United Nations May 12, 2006 at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later. Tours in many languages are given most weekdays at the UN.
U.S. Defense Department
A profile of the U.S. Defense Department, leaders of the United States military, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the U.S. Defense Department, leaders of the United States military, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
NATO
A profile of NATO, the world's largest military alliance, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of NATO, the world's largest military alliance, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Allies Face Changes
Big allies of the United States face big changes Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines leadership changes on the orizon fro France, United Kingdom, and Israel..
Big allies of the United States face big changes Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines leadership changes on the orizon fro France, United Kingdom, and Israel..
Hamas and Fatah
The split in Palestine opens up new challenges and new opportunities for U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
The split in Palestine opens up new challenges and new opportunities for U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Ambassador Richard Holbrooke
Richard Holbrooke is a former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Richard Holbrooke is a former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Iraq War Central
Iraq War background and summary are provided here from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Iraq War background and summary are provided here from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
US-Burma Relations
Background on the US-Burma Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Burma Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Bush Heads to Latin America
Protests and an unseen clash with Hugo Chavez are predicted. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at President Bush's trip to Latin America.
Protests and an unseen clash with Hugo Chavez are predicted. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at President Bush's trip to Latin America.
foreignpolicyblogs
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends his favorite foreign policy blogs.
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends his favorite foreign policy blogs.
Foreign Policy Budget
How much does America's desire for global engagement cost? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - runs the numbers.
How much does America's desire for global engagement cost? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - runs the numbers.
Iran Tension Grows
Iran remains the highest profile issue in U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at the latest developments.
Iran remains the highest profile issue in U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at the latest developments.
U.S. Foreign Policy Quote of the Day
U.S. Foreign Policy Quote of the Day
U.S. Foreign Policy Quote of the Day
blairthreat
Director of National Intelligence Dennis Blair on The Biggest Threat to America
Director of National Intelligence Dennis Blair on The Biggest Threat to America
Georgia Conflict
The conflict in Georgia over South Ossetia reveals just how the deep the rift has become between the United States and Russia, from Keith Porter, the About Guide to US Foreign Policy
The conflict in Georgia over South Ossetia reveals just how the deep the rift has become between the United States and Russia, from Keith Porter, the About Guide to US Foreign Policy
The United Nations General Assembly
The U.N. General Assembly has 192 member-states. The Assembly Hall features a green marble podium, large video screens, and a domed ceiling.
The U.N. General Assembly has 192 member-states. The Assembly Hall features a green marble podium, large video screens, and a domed ceiling.
Council on Foreign Relations
A profile of the Council on Foreign Relations, America's most influential group devoted to U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the Council on Foreign Relations, America's most influential group devoted to U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
What Is Smart Power?
Foreign policy uses "hard power" and "soft power," but what is "smart power"? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
Foreign policy uses "hard power" and "soft power," but what is "smart power"? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
2008 Candidates on Cuba
A look at 2008 presidential candidates' views on the US-Cuban relationship, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at 2008 presidential candidates' views on the US-Cuban relationship, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Mayor Rudy Giuliani
A brief profile of former Mayor Rudy Giuliani's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of former Mayor Rudy Giuliani's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Newborn Sign Proclaims Birth Of Kosovo
The "Newborn" sign in downtown Pristina has become the most visible icon of Kosovo's independence celebration
The "Newborn" sign in downtown Pristina has become the most visible icon of Kosovo's independence celebration
Sanctions
This article discusses what sanctions are, describes different types of sanctions, gives examples of sanctions, and explains problems sanctions can cause.
This article discusses what sanctions are, describes different types of sanctions, gives examples of sanctions, and explains problems sanctions can cause.
Biden Munich Speech
Obama and Biden Set U.S. Foreign Policy Course
Obama and Biden Set U.S. Foreign Policy Course
World Fails Kosovo
The International Community Fails Kosovo. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at Kosovo's planned declaration of independence.
The International Community Fails Kosovo. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at Kosovo's planned declaration of independence.
US-Belarusian Relations
Background on the US-Belarusian Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Belarusian Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Iraq Study Group
James Baker and Lee Hamilton lead this expert group assessing the situation in Iraq and searching for new U.S. policy options, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
James Baker and Lee Hamilton lead this expert group assessing the situation in Iraq and searching for new U.S. policy options, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
House Foreign Affairs
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs oversees legislation and budgetary matters related to the international relations of the United States. Unlike the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives has no constitutional role in approving treaties or diplomatic appointments, thereby limiting the scope of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs oversees legislation and budgetary matters related to the international relations of the United States. Unlike the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives has no constitutional role in approving treaties or diplomatic appointments, thereby limiting the scope of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Americans Support the U.N.
Americans support the United Nations according to a new poll. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, looks at the numbers.
Americans support the United Nations according to a new poll. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, looks at the numbers.
New War Crimes Court
The new International Criminal Court targets war crimes. And the first trial is just beginning. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, has details.
The new International Criminal Court targets war crimes. And the first trial is just beginning. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, has details.
Outposts of Tyranny
Background on the Outposts of Tyranny, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Background on the Outposts of Tyranny, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S. Wants New Foreign Policy
A "Rare Year" Revealed in New Poll, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A "Rare Year" Revealed in New Poll, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
McCain and U.S. Foreign Policy
A profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Congressman Ron Paul
A brief profile of Congressman Ron Paul's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Congressman Ron Paul's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Lounge Area Inside the United Nations General Assembly Building
A man sits on couches looking out onto the north end of the General Assembly building of the United Nations (May 12, 2006) at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later.
A man sits on couches looking out onto the north end of the General Assembly building of the United Nations (May 12, 2006) at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later.
Senate Foreign Relations
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has oversight over the foreign policy agencies of the U.S. government, including the State Department, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the Peace Corps. The Committee reviews and considers all diplomatic nominations and international treaties, as well as legislation relating to U.S. foreign policy.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has oversight over the foreign policy agencies of the U.S. government, including the State Department, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the Peace Corps. The Committee reviews and considers all diplomatic nominations and international treaties, as well as legislation relating to U.S. foreign policy.
Iraq War Anniversary
The Iraq War started four years ago today. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at recent changes in policy and recommends resources.
The Iraq War started four years ago today. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at recent changes in policy and recommends resources.