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Mission

To protect and promote U.S. security, prosperity, and democratic values and shape an international environment in which all Americans can thrive.

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Where is this agency headed?

Strategic goals are updated every four years and represent the broad outcomes and impacts an agency aspires to achieve over the course of an Administration's term. To advance those goals, agencies define more specific, targeted Objectives to complete.

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Renew U.S. leadership and mobilize coalitions to address the global challenges that have the greatest impact on Americans’ security and well-being (Joint with USAID)

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2

Promote global prosperity and shape an international environment in which the United States can thrive (Joint with USAID)

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Strengthen democratic institutions, uphold universal values, and promote human dignity (Joint with USAID)

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4

Revitalize the diplomatic and development workforce and institutions (Joint with USAID)

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Serve U.S. Citizens around the world and facilitate secure international travel