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Netherlands Playing Major Role in Advising U.S. on Water Management

December 4, 2013 newadminuser

Sharing experience is the latest phase in a nearly 400-year-old partnership Experts from the Netherlands have been busy offering advice to federal, state and local governments on how to manage water in the environment, according […]

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10 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving in D.C.

November 19, 2013 newadminuser

The last of the candy corn is gone, your local coffee shop is starting to play holiday-themed music, and it’s finally starting to turn colder. All of this can only mean one thing… Thanksgiving season […]

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Slovakia’s Deputy Prime Minister: U.S. Engagement Critical to Eastern Europe

November 11, 2013 newadminuser

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Slovak Republic, Miroslav Lajčák recently visited Washington, New York and Boston for meetings with the U.S. administration and the World Bank. He also spoke at […]

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Nicholas Kralev and West Point Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert Carlsen

November 5, 2013 newadminuser

Ep14: West Point Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert Caslen from Conversations w/Nicholas Kralev on Vimeo. Lt. Gen. Robert Caslen, superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, talks about the different approaches America’s soldiers and […]

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Nicholas Kralev and the State Department’s innovation catalyst, Kerry O’Connor

October 29, 2013 newadminuser

Ep15: Innovation in Managing Diplomatic Missions from Conversations w/Nicholas Kralev on Vimeo. The State Department’s innovation catalyst, Kerry O’Connor, talks about the challenges of running an embassy, improving deeply rooted but inefficient policies, and changing […]

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Afghan official optimistic about his country’s future

October 24, 2013 newadminuser

In spite of the concern about the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan in 2014, Dr. Hakim Asher, a former Afghan official, said he remains optimistic that his country will be moving in the right […]

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Nicholas Kralev and British Ambassador to U.S.

October 22, 2013 newadminuser

Britain’s ambassador to the United States, Sir Peter Westmacott, talks about the mission of British diplomacy, London’s heavy reliance on career diplomats, rather than political appointees, and the diplomatic role of the royal family

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The Hill’s Bob Cusack on Government Shutdown

October 21, 2013 newadminuser

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Nicholas Kralev: Chief U.S. Aviation Negotiator Krishna Urs

October 18, 2013 newadminuser

On the latest episode of Conversations with Nicholas Kralev, Kralev sits down with the chief U.S. Aviation Negotiator, Krishna Urs. Urs discusses the Open Skies agreements and other international airline accords, their impact on the […]

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Corruption and Nepotism in the Muslim Brotherhood Fueled Unprecedented Popular Opposition to its rule

September 25, 2013 newadminuser

In an interview with Focus Washington, Will Dempster – Vice President of Qorvis Geopolitical Solutions – discussed how corruption and a failure to provide basic public services fueled unprecedented opposition to the Muslim Brotherhood’s rule […]

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Patriot Awards Winners at Medal of Honor Convention

September 21, 2013 newadminuser

The Patriot Award Dinner brought together supporters, national media, entertainment personalities and leaders in business, communities and government to commend four individuals who exemplify the values and principles of the Society and the nation: retired […]

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Medal of Honor Convention Hosts Marine Band Concert on Gettysburg Battlefield

September 20, 2013 newadminuser

The Medal of Honor Convention hosted a concert on the Gettysburg battlefield featuring the President’s Own Marine Corps Band, West Point Choir and Robert Gates. […]

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Medal of Honor Recipients Visit Local Schools as Part of the Character Development Program

September 20, 2013 newadminuser

There are four important things in life to remember, Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Leo Thorsness told Gettysburg Middle School students: Family, friends, faith and fun.

“Remember those four things, and you’ll be happy in life,” Thorsness said. […]

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Medal of Honor recipients featured at Town Hall Forum with Chris Wallace

September 20, 2013 newadminuser

Medal of Honor recipients Barney Barnum, Clinton Romesha and Sal Giunta answered public questions at the Town Hall Forum hosted by Fox News’ Chris Wallace. […]

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Ambassador of St. Kitts & Nevis on Focus Washington

September 19, 2013 newadminuser

Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin became the Federation’s first appointed female Ambassador to the United States in 2011. Today, she joins Focus Washington’s Chuck Conconi to discuss current events, and the 30th anniversary of the countries’ independence.

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Medal of Honor Recipient Reflects on the Meaning Behind the Historic Medal

September 13, 2013 newadminuser

Brian Miles Thacker, retired First Lieutenant of the U.S. Army and Medal of Honor recipient, said there is a weight associated with the historic medal he carries. “It’s an ‘us’ award, not a ‘me’ award,” […]

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Mohamed Elmenshawy, MEI: Constitutional Process in Egypt must all inclusive

September 9, 2013 newadminuser

The constitutional process in Egypt must be all-inclusive according to Mohamed Elmenshawy, Director of Languages and regional studies at the Middle East Institute, a Washington policy-research institution. In an interview with Chuck Conconi on Qorvis […]

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Slovakian Ambassador on U.S. Investment, Eurozone Membership & Joint NATO Missions in Afghanistan

August 26, 2013 newadminuser

Slovakian Ambassador Peter Kmec has been in Washington for less than a year but has already outlined an “economic agenda where we are trying to promote different sectors of our economy,” which will take advantage […]

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Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention

August 23, 2013 newadminuser

More than 40 recipients of the U.S. military’s highest honor will converge on Gettysburg September 18-22 for the Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s annual convention. Joining Chuck to discuss the convention is Robert J. Monahan Jr., President and CEO of the Gettysburg Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention. […]

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Violence in Egypt imperils democratic transition, undermines consensus on path forward

August 15, 2013 newadminuser

In an interview following the bloodiest day in Egypt following the January 2011 revolution, Will Dempster – Vice President of Qorvis Geopolitical Solutions – discusses how violence in Egypt has further destabilized Egypt and […]

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Ambassador Thomas Miller on the success and future of International Executive Service Corps

August 9, 2013 newadminuser

President and CEO, Thomas Miller, on the success and future of International Executive Service Corps IESC to diversify with more corporate partnerships in developing countries IESC constantly adapting to changing world, but will always […]

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Reforms and New Investment Will Strengthen Jamaican Economy

August 9, 2013 newadminuser

IMF Facility to Provide Needed Imports and Support Social Safety Net The Jamaican government has launched an ambitious program of economic structural reform aimed at increasing production, employment and foreign investment and ensuring […]

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Ambassador of San Marino on New Laws to Spur Foreign Investment

July 31, 2013 newadminuser

San Marino Ambassador says laws passed to combat global terrorism and tax evasion will support the growth of foreign investments in the small country. […]

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Greek Ambassador on Strength of U.S.-Greek Relations

July 24, 2013 newadminuser

U.S.-Greek Relations in One of their Greatest Eras Ever, Greece’s Ambassador Tells Qorvis Focus Washington Prime Minister Samaras aims to advance common agenda for stability and prosperity during August 8 visit. The Greek government’s […]

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Conversations with Nicholas Kralev: The Indian Ambassador to U.S.

July 22, 2013 newadminuser

On this week’s episode of “Conversations with Nicholas Kralev,” sponsored by Qorvis Communications, the Indian ambassador to Washington, Nirupama Rao, talks about her country’s diplomatic power, its multifaceted relationship with the United States, and […]

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Best of Washington – Event Review

July 18, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan Last night, I attended the Best of Washington for the first time. My expectations were high – as they should have been. The Washingtonian event was advertised well, and featured small plates […]

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South Sudan’s Ambassador Discusses Challenges Facing the World’s Newest Nation

July 18, 2013 newadminuser

Sudan Is Trying to Create Instability in South Sudan Khartoum is not fully abiding by September 2012 agreement. South Sudanese Ambassador to the United States Akec Khoc told Qorvis’ Focus Washington that pressure […]

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Riots in Turkey: A First-Hand Account

July 18, 2013 newadminuser

By MacKenzie Smith Three days before I was scheduled to travel to Istanbul for a post-college graduation trip with a couple of friends, I woke up to my phone buzzing. I found three messages […]

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Ambassador of Trinidad and Tobago on Country’s Success

July 13, 2013 newadminuser

A strong energy sector and visionary leadership have made Trinidad and Tobago one of the most politically stable and economically successful countries in the Western Hemisphere, Trinidad and Tobago’s ambassador to the United States said […]

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Italian Ambassador discusses the Year of Italian Culture

July 8, 2013 newadminuser

Italian Ambassador Tells Qorvis Focus Washington: Italy Is Sponsoring More Than 200 Major Events Throughout the U.S. in Year of Italian Culture Italian government projects broad view of culture, encompassing science and technology as well […]

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