·         PROTECTING THE UNITED STATES AND AMERICAN CITIZENS —from the threats of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, infectious diseases, drug trafficking, crime, and environmental degradation. American embassies and consulates overseas also provide protection and assistance to American citizens abroad. 

·         ADVANCING DEMOCRACY —by assisting newly formed democracies and denouncing regimes that deny their citizens the right to choose their leaders in free, fair, and transparent elections. 

·         DEFENDING HUMAN RIGHTS —by holding governments accountable to their obligations under human rights standards and agreements; fostering greater respect for human rights; promoting the rule of law, seeking accountability, and changing cultures of impunity; and assisting efforts to reform and strengthen the UN Commission on Human Rights. 

·         ENCOURAGING ECONOMIC GROWTH AND PROSPERITY —by supporting economic development through increased investment and exports and democratization and by reducing poverty and fighting disease through the programs of the U.S. Agency for International Development.