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Careers in International Affairs

September 16, 2014 newadminuser

In the book “Careers in International Affairs” published by Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, Qorvis MSLGROUP’s Rebecca Bouchebel-MacMillan wrote about a career in Public Relations in the world of international affairs. The award-winning career […]

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Ambassador Tom Miller on the need for Government to learn from the private sector and take more risks

September 12, 2014 newadminuser

Tom Miller is the President and CEO of International Executive Service Corps (www.iesc.org), a U.S. nonprofit that promotes economic growth and stability around the world through programs that support private enterprise, business organizations and public […]

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Throwback Thursday: Matt J. Lauer on Public Diplomacy

August 21, 2014 newadminuser

Here is a  throwback to ten year’s ago when QorvisMSL’S Matt J. Lauer was executive director of the commission on public diplomacy at the U.S. State Department.  He discussed  the Bush administration’s report on public diplomacy which […]

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Managing Editor of the Hill discusses resignation of VA Secretary

June 19, 2014 newadminuser

Chuck Conconi sat down with Bob Cusack, Managing Editor of the Hill Newspaper, to discuss the resignation of Veteran Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki. Lawmakers and members of Shinseki’s own party called for him to step […]

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Equatorial Guinea is Investing its Resources in Improving Lives and Creating Opportunities, Says Ambassador

May 19, 2014 newadminuser

WASHINGTON—May 19, 2014— The government of Equatorial Guinea has heavily invested its oil revenues in the country by focusing on improving education, developing human capital and diversifying its economy, Equatorial Guinea’s Ambassador to the United […]

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Atlantic Council Recognizes Hagel, Others for Leadership at Awards Dinner

May 14, 2014 newadminuser

On April 30, the Atlantic Council presented its 2014 Distinguished Leadership Awards. The awards are given annually to distinguished individuals for their efforts in strengthening the transatlantic relationship. Governor John Huntsman, Atlantic Council Chairman, opened […]

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Nicholas Kralev: U.S.-Iran Diplomacy with Barbara Slavin

April 29, 2014 newadminuser

On the latest episode of Conversations with Nicholas Kralev, author and Iran expert Barbara Slavin talks about the prospect of a long-term nuclear deal with Tehran, the possibility for U.S.-Iran reconciliation, and the likelihood of […]

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Democracy Fully Entrenched, Republic of Zambia is Ripe for Investment in All Sectors Says Ambassador Palan Mulonda

March 14, 2014 newadminuser

Republic of Zambia celebrates ‘Golden Jubilee,’ of independence marked by peaceful government transitions, strong opportunities for economic growth and investment, and lack of war and conflict WASHINGTON– March 12, 2014 – “Achievements are many, but […]

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Vietnam’s Red Line Blurs As It Engages America

March 11, 2014 newadminuser

  By James Borton Vietnam is writing a new story and it is not about the wounds of war that Americans saw on the evening news when the last American citizens boarded the helicopter from […]

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China’s President Applauded for Walking Street Without Air Mask

February 27, 2014 newadminuser

From ABC News China’s President Xi Jinping  made a rare public appearance on a popular Beijing street today, which is  Day 6 of air so hazardous the city has been placed under a “pollution alert.” Social media […]

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Cokie Roberts Talks Partisan Rigidity and Her New Book

February 6, 2014 newadminuser

Cokie Roberts says that in the Washington in which she grew up there was a friendliness and camaraderie among the congressional political families because they lived in Washington and got to know each other. The […]

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Former Senator John Breaux Diagnoses Partisan Illness

February 4, 2014 newadminuser

Former Senator John Breaux said he felt that President Obama’s threat in the State of the Union speech that if Congress was going to be bogged down in partisan wrangling he would use the executive […]

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Bloomberg: China’s U.S. Ambassador Cui Tiankai

January 21, 2014 newadminuser

On “Charlie Rose,” a conversation with Cui Tiankai. In April, he became China’s ambassador to the United States. He previously served as Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs. (Source: Bloomberg)

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The Hill’s Bob Cusack Discusses Gov. Christie’s and VP Biden’s Presidential Ambitions

January 10, 2014 newadminuser

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Vice President Joe Biden, both with 2016 presidential ambitions, have had a disastrous week that could negatively impact their White House ambitions. Bob Cusack, managing editor of The Hill […]

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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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