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U.S. engagement enabled much of that progress and will play an essential role in sustaining and building on those positive developments.

I will call on all countries, especially China, to apply the highest international standards of transparency and good governance to their development initiatives.

If confirmed, I will work to help host countries understand the importance of choosing options that are consistent with free market competition and transparency, sustainable financing arrangements, and high standards of good governance…

If confirmed, I will work to advance press freedom.

A free press is an essential pillar of democracy.

The United States will respect the opinion of the Congolese people as they decide whether the electoral process is credible and inclusive.

The U.S. Government remains concerned by attempts during and after the prolonged 2017 election process to undermine key democratic institutions such as the judiciary and the media.

The United States has a strategic interest in Kenya's development, security, and stability, which is reflected in our partnership on regional and global issues and our extensive bilateral programs.

If confirmed, I will lead our efforts to urge Kenya's security (both public and private) and justice sectors to investigate credible human rights abuse allegations vigorously and hold perpetrators--including security forces--to account…

It is up to the Congolese people to vote for their next president.

Corruption in the DRC is a key constraint for the country's socio-economic development as well as to enabling U.S. businesses to compete effectively against China.

I will ensure our programming supports the upcoming December 23, 2018, elections to be free, fair, and credible.

If confirmed, I will work closely with our Embassy Kinshasa team to explore all options in our toolbox to advance our objectives.

I further commit to advocating for the protection of human rights and against anti-democratic legislation that could thwart the development of the country's democratic values and institutions.

If confirmed, I will reiterate the importance of political plurality and urge the Kyrgyz Government to uphold the constitutionally protected freedoms of all peaceful political actors.

The cornerstone of sanctions against Russia remains unity between the United States and its allies, especially U.S.-EU unity, and the chief goal is to impose costs on Russia's Government and on institutions and individuals that enable…

If confirmed, I will lead the United States Mission to the EU in continuing to support our longstanding efforts to ensure the rights of all people are protected, and promote values of freedom, democracy, individual liberty, and human…

Washington's regional alliances are a force multiplier in safeguarding U.S. interests at home and abroad; they need to be nurtured through diplomatic engagement.