BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–10 March 2011. NATO Defence Ministers, meeting in Brussels today, agreed to increase the presence of NATO Maritime assets in the Central Mediterranean using ships from two of NATO’s Standing Maritime Groups. “It has been decided to increase the presence of NATO maritime assets in the Central Mediterranean under the[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
NATO Defence Ministers Approve Cyber Defence Concept and Take Next Step in Defence Reform
BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–10 March 2011. NATO Defence Ministers approved today in Brussels a new Cyber Defence Concept that will pave the way for the Alliance to step up its defences against growing cyber threats. The new Cyber Defence Concept defines the protection of NATO’s own networks as the Alliance’s fundamental cyber defence[Read More…]
DOT Proposes to Improve Safety for Truckers and Workers Around Hazardous Material Loading and Unloading Operations
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) today announced a proposed rule that would protect the public by improving the safe transfer of hazardous materials to and from rail cargo and highway cargo trucks. The proposed rule would require additional training for[Read More…]
DOT Secretary LaHood Announces $9.5 Million in Innovation Grants to Reduce Congestion and Create Long-Lasting Roads and Bridges
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced more than $9.5 million for 15 projects in 13 states and Puerto Rico that employ innovative construction technologies that more quickly and efficiently improve safety, reduce congestion and create high-quality, long-lasting highways and bridges. “President Obama has urged us to[Read More…]
Bill Introduced In House And Senate To Protect LGBT Students Against Discrimination
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 10 – An important bill was introduced simultaneously in the House and Senate today that would protect students from discrimination, including harassment “based on actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity” in public elementary and secondary schools. The Student Non-Discrimination Act (SNDA) would help to end entrenched biases[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama and First Lady at the White House Conference on Bullying Prevention
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011 – 10:25 A.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Good morning. Thank you. (Applause.) Everyone, please. Good morning, and welcome to the White House. I want to thank all of you for joining us here today to discuss an issue of great concern to me and to Barack, not[Read More…]
Remarks by Vice President Joe Biden and Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin
Moscow, Russia–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011 – 12:46 P.M. (Local) PRIME MINISTER PUTIN: (As translated.) Mr. Vice President — (inaudible) — there are quite a few things to enjoy in Moscow. And you haven’t been here for quite a while. Since you’ve been here last time, and over this period of time,[Read More…]
U.S. Humanitarian Response to Violence in Libya, March 10, 2011
U.S. Government Announces $17 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance; Total Now $47 Million Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The United States continues to be a leader in supporting the work of international agencies in the region and coordinating with international and multilateral donors and partners. The new funds include a $10[Read More…]
The Green Economy in the Context of Sustainable Development and Poverty Eradication
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The following remarks are attributed to Lawrence J. Gumbiner, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs. The UN Conference on Sustainable Development represents an important opportunity for the international community to advance sustainable and inclusive economic development. The green economy offers a path to[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Army Casualty, March 10, 2011
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Spc. Andrew P. Wade, 22, of Antioch, Ill., died March 9 in Kunduz province, Afghanistan, as a result of a non-combat related incident. He was assigned to the 1st[Read More…]
