President Obama Delivers State of the Union Address
Jan. 13 - In his final State of the Union address, President Obama outlined several ways the United States is working with our partners to address global challenges and take advantage of emerging opportunities, including terrorism, TPP, and climate change.
Ambassador on Reported DPRK Nuclear Test
Jan. 6 - Ambassador Kennedy: "We stand with Japan and our other allies in solidarity against North Korean provocations, and we will work closely with them in the coming days."
Best Photos of 2015 from the White House
Jan. 4 - Look back at some of the great moments of 2015, including First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Japan in March, where she had tea with Ambassador Caroline Kennedy at Kiyomizu-dera.
Ambassador Welcomes Japan Support for ISS
Dec. 22 - Ambassador Caroline Kennedy participated in a signing ceremony in which the Japanese government extended its commitment to the International Space Station at least through 2024.
News from the Embassy
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Russel Sums Up Asia's Top-5 Diplomatic Accomplishments in 2015
Jan. 6 - Assistant Secretary Daniel Russel listed the "Big Five" accomplishments of 2015, including TPP and the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II.
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U.S. Welcomes Comfort Women Settlement Between Korea and Japan
Dec. 29 - Secretary of State John Kerry wrote, "We believe this agreement will promote healing and help to improve relations between two of the United States' most important allies."
• Secretary Kerry's Statement
• National Security Advisor Rice's Statement
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COP21 Paris Agreement a 'Tremendous Victory for All of Our Citizens'
Dec. 12 - Over 190 countries came together at the 21st U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP21) in Paris to adopt the most ambitious climate change agreement in history.
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