Press Releases 2007

May 7, 2007

Deputy Secretary Negroponte Travel to Latin America

Deputy Secretary of State John D. Negroponte travelled to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Panama on May 7-12, 2007, and discussed pending trade agreements, energy issues, and regional cooperation. Following on President Bush's March 2007 visit to the region, Deputy Secretary Negroponte also highlighted the President's commitment to advance the cause of social justice in the Western Hemisphere by building governments that are fair, effective, and that meet the basic needs of their citizens. Deputy Secretary Negroponte discussed issues such as education, healthcare, housing, and how the United States can assist in creating greater economic opportunities in the hemisphere.

The Deputy Secretary met with local business executives, civil society, prominent media representatives and human rights groups, in addition to senior officials in the host governments.