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Effective U.S. foreign relations and policy are essential in maintaining peace and economic prosperity on a global scale. The findingDulcinea U.S. Foreign Relations Web Guide outlines some of the major organizations that facilitate international relations, including American foreign affairs organizations and those around the world. In addition, this Web Guide links you to important information regarding foreign policy, news and more.

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U.S. Foreign Policy Organizations

The following sites represent some of the major governing bodies that determine U.S. foreign policy. Although there are many groups and departments within the U.S. government that address foreign affairs, these are among the most prominent and internationally recognized. This section also features groups working toward specific global initiatives, such as U.S. trade and international peacekeeping.

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There are thousands of nonprofit organizations working to strengthen U.S. foreign policy and international relations. Go to the “Global Issues: UN & Partnerships” page on the United Nations Web site to see what groups exist. Or try Amnesty International and idealist.org to learn about global outreach efforts and to get involved.

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For U.S. government resources…

The U.S. Department of State covers all matters of U.S. foreign policy. Read how the Department deals with pressing global conflicts, worldwide economic affairs and international human rights issues. See country profiles, including information on Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Pakistan and Sudan. You’ll also find “Popular Topics” covering international issues like Civil Nuclear Cooperation, Climate Change, Foreign Assistance, Narcotics and more.

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The House Committee on Foreign Affairs is part of the U.S. House of Representatives. The “Oversight” section outlines the committee’s agenda, detailing the major issues it plans to review, including U.S. relations abroad. Go to “Members” to see the Committee representatives, or visit “Weekly Schedule” to browse the current agenda.

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For U.S. foreign relations agencies with humanitarian goals…

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) assists people abroad who struggle to recover from financial, environmental or humanitarian crises. The organization currently provides aid to Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia and the Near East, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe and Eurasia (click any region’s name for a full profile). Visit “Our Work” to learn about USAID’s specific initiatives.

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The United States Institute of Peace is an independent, nonpartisan organization funded by Congress. The goal of the organization is to promote peace through the prevention and resolution of global conflict.

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For U.S. foreign relations agencies with economic incentives…

United States Trade and Development Agency advances U.S. economic interests abroad. The organization focuses on developing and middle income countries. Scroll down the page to “USTDA Program & Activities” to learn which countries the organization works with. For explanations of how the agency operates, download the PDFs under “Quick Links.”

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The United States International Trade Commission regulates overseas trade agreements between the United States and international markets. Use this site to get technical, detailed analyses about the performance of various industries. Visit “Ongoing Investigations” or “Research & Analysis” for global economic data that provides a detailed look at international trade.

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