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International Communication and Information Policy at the State Department:
Who We Are and What We Do

Communications Satellite. AP/Wide World PhotosThe International Communication and Information Policy (CIP) group is one of seven issue-oriented organizations within the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. CIP advocates internationally policies for expanded access to information and communication technologies (ICT), improved efficiency in the worldwide ICT and telecommunications market through increased reliance on free-market forces, and fair opportunities for U.S. companies to participate in this important sector around the globe. In supporting such policies, the State Department can achieve foreign policy goals of empowering people by giving them fuller access to a wealth of educational opportunities, information resources and forums for exchange of ideas. Additionally, an efficient ICT and telecommunications global structure creates a healthier environment for U.S. companies doing business in all sectors, improving the standard of living at home and abroad.

  
Highlights
The Economic Bureaus Ned OBrien addressing the International Broadband Communications Conference in Bucharest, Romania on October 5, focusing on U.S. foreign policy and the role of the internet.International Broadband Communications Conference
The Economic Bureau's Ned O'Brien addressing the International Broadband Communications Conference in Bucharest, Romania on October 5, focusing on U.S. foreign policy and the role of the internet.

Andean Telecom Negotiators
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ICANN and Internet Governance
September 30 testimony of Ambassador David A. Gross before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation

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