I do believe that China and Russia seek to advance their form of government more widely, and that that is pernicious, contrary to U.S. interests.
The national security strategy notes that China seeks to displace the United States in the Indo-Pacific.
I also think our military presence is absolutely crucial.
We expect the DRC to hold elections on December 23, 2018, and that President Kabila will not run for re-election.
It would clearly be inconsistent and incompatible with a credible process and a democratic transfer of power if President Kabila were to joi...
It is an area where I think an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so I hope you have the opportunity to work along with USAID in ...
I think also that we need to build a united front which has frayed a bit, perhaps, over time.
I wanted to make sure I also ask some questions of Ambassador Sullivan.
He should understand that there is a legacy at stake, and he has an incredible opportunity to enable the first peaceful democratic transfer ...
I expect that new leadership at the local level is going to help this situation.
I want to start by thanking you and your families for your willingness to take on service overseas in a wide range of countries where our re...