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  • (L) Viktor Ivanov, Director of the Federal Drug Control Service of the Russian Federation, (R) Gil Kerlikowske, Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. U.S. and Russia Join Forces to Fight Drugs

    On February 4, Gil Kerlikowske, Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, and Viktor Ivanov, Director of the Federal Drug Control Service of the Russian Federation, signed a framework document for future cooperation in the fight against drugs.

    Also: Joint Statement | Slideshow
  • McDonald's crew and founder George Cohon at the opening in Pushkin Square, 31 Jan 1990. Photo: McDonald's, via voanews.com McDonald's: 20 Years in Russia

    From the famous opening of their first restaurant in Pushkin Square, McDonald’s presence has served as an inspiring example of American investment in Russia. Ambassador Beyrle congratulated McDonalds on their anniversary.
    Image: McDonald's crew and founder at the opening in Pushkin Sq, 31 Jan 1990.

    Also: Remarks by Ambassador Beryle | Voice of America Report
  • A renown U.S. violinist Sarah Chang performed in St. Petersburg and then Moscow to sold-out audiences.  She was accompanied on piano by Andrew von Oeyen, an award winning American classical pianist. Violinist Sarah Chang Wows Audiences

    As the first event in 2010 supported by the Obama-Medvedev Bilateral Presidential Commission, renown U.S. violinist Sarah Chang performed in St. Petersburg and then Moscow to sold-out audiences. She was accompanied on piano by Andrew von Oeyen, an award winning American classical pianist.

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Ambassador Speaks about Cultural Relations on Radio
Ambassador Beyrle spoke on Radio Orpheus on Friday, February 5 about the importance of culture and education in U.S.-Russian relations. Highlighting the work of the U.S.-Russia Presidential Bilateral Commission, the Ambassador noted how important this dialog was for deepening relations between the American and Russian people.

U.S. State Department Issues Press Release on Detention of Protestors in Russia
"The United States is concerned by reports that authorities in Moscow on January 31 once again broke up a peaceful demonstration by Russian citizens." Full Text

Secretary Clinton on European Security
On Friday, January 29 in Paris, France, Secretary Clinton gave a major speech on European Security. Remarks | Fact Sheet | Briefing by Assistant Secretary Gordon

Internet Freedom: Secretary Clinton Delivers Major Policy Address
Secretary Clinton deliverеd a major policy address on Internet freedom live from the Newseum in Washington, D.C. on January 21. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton outlined the U.S. commitment to Internet freedom, which she said is essential to upholding human rights and encouraging economic prosperity.

Undersecretary Burns Interviewed by Gazeta.ru
Undersecretary William Burns spoke with Gazeta.ru during his trip to Moscow on Jan. 13-14. This complete transcript of the interview covers U.S.-Russian relations, the President Bilateral Commission, Iran, NATO enlargement, and the other top issues of one of the most important bilateral relationships in the world.

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Joint Statement by the U.S. - Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission
U.S. - Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission Coordinators, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov, issued the following joint statement on Commission progress: Statement Text

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Appointment System for American Citizen Services
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Pony Express to Collect Two-Year Validity Visa Fees
Beginning Monday, March 23, 2009, Pony Express will collect visa fees for two-year validity visas from applicants who qualify for an interview waiver.

Public Announcement — Worldwide Caution (February 2, 2008)
This Public Announcement updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests overseas.

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