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Secretary of State Colin Powell gives a speech at the Italian Embassy on October 13.
Secretary of state Colin Powell said the U.S. is working with its partners to counter terrorism on Oct. 13 at the Italian Embassy. (AP/WWP)
Powell: War on Terrorism Only Part of U.S. Security Policy
Says encouraging trade is also part of the policy equation

Secretary of State Colin Powell says U.S. national security policy brings together critical policy elements, including fighting poverty and disease, dealing with enemies where they exist, and encouraging trade.

Speaking at the Italian Embassy October 13, Powell said the United States is working with its partners on every continent so that terrorists "now have fewer opportunities to launch major deadly strikes." (complete text)


Experts Describe Work to Improve Cargo Security
Supply chain security a major challenge since 9/11

New York -- The effort to protect shipments of goods around the world against terrorism and theft must involve not only governments but also manufacturers, suppliers and transportation experts at every point in the supply chain, some of the top security experts and business leaders say.

With 80 percent of the world's cargo shipped in containers by sea, terrorism and theft have become global risks of daunting proportions, they say. (complete text)


United States Urges International Commitment to Rebuilding Iraq
U.S., Iraqi officials seek funds for electrical and water sectors

Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage invited international donors to raise their commitment to Iraqi reconstruction, particularly in the humanitarian sectors of electricity and water infrastructure, following the United States' decision to shift $3.46 billion in funds away from these areas and into programs aimed at strengthening Iraq's security forces.

"I have no doubt that many of those who pledged monies at Madrid a year ago are looking for sectors in which to put those pledges and I think the electrical and water area are two areas which will find great favor internationally," Armitage told reporters, following the October 13 Iraqi Donors' Conference in Tokyo. (complete text)


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14 October 2004 - White House Daily Briefing, October 14
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13 October 2004 - ACOTA Rated Highly During House Hearing on Peacekeeping in Africa
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13 October 2004 - State Department Noon Briefing, October 13
13 October 2004 - United States Supports Libyan Weapons Plant Conversion Plan
13 October 2004 - Armitage Optimistic About "Blueprint" for U.S. Troops in Japan
13 October 2004 - State Dept. Explains Need for More U.S. Personnel in Colombia
12 October 2004 - Rumsfeld Thanks Macedonia for Its Troops' Support in Iraq
12 October 2004 - U.S. Military Authorized to Increase Level of Personnel in Colombia
12 October 2004 - U.S. State Department Condemns Violence in Haiti
11 October 2004 - U.S. Transfers Yaser Esam Hamdi to Saudi Arabia
08 October 2004 - Terrorist Targeting of Civilians Unjustifiable, United Nations Says
08 October 2004 - Congressman Leach Views with Alarm Violence in Sri Lanka
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08 October 2004 - White House Daily Briefing, October 8
08 October 2004 - U.N. Security Council Declares Terrorism "Serious Threat to Peace"
08 October 2004 - Afghan Election Set to Take Place in Mostly Secure Environment
08 October 2004 - State Department Noon Briefing, October 8
08 October 2004 - Although No WMD Found, Saddam Had Intent, Capability, Powell Says
08 October 2004 - Bush Condemns Terror Attacks in Egypt, Offers Condolences
08 October 2004 - U.S. Envoy to Kabul Predicts Successful Afghan Election
08 October 2004 - Rewards for Justice Program Has History of Success
07 October 2004 - State Department Noon Briefing, October 7
07 October 2004 - Iraqi Reconstruction Effort Aims to Support January 2005 Elections
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06 October 2004 - White House Report, October 6: Iraq, Iran, Gordon Cooper
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06 October 2004 - State Department Noon Briefing, October 6
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06 October 2004 - White House Daily Briefing, October 6
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04 October 2004 - State Department Noon Briefing, October 4
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04 October 2004 - White House Daily Briefing, October 4
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Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage speaks during an October 13 press conference in Tokyo, Japan.
Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage says the U.S. plans to reconfigure its military presence in Asia during a press conference in Tokyo Oct. 13. (AP/WWP)

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