Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011 – 1:54 P.M. EST MR. CARNEY:  Good afternoon.  Just one quick announcement just to make sure everyone received the email announcement that National Security Advisor Tom Donilon will be holding a conference call to discuss Libya and the events in the Middle East at 2:30 p.m. [Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011.   The United States welcomes the announcement by King Mohammed VI outlining his pledge to ongoing democratic development through constitutional, judicial and political reforms. This is a moment of profound change in the region and under the leadership of King Mohamed VI Morocco has made significant[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011.   On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send our deepest condolences to those affected by the recent tragedy in southwestern China. As people in Yunnan province mourn the loss of life and work to save those that are injured[Read More…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

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. 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…]