Washington Hyper File

EPF edition


U.S. Department of State

Wednesday, December 12, 2001


301 Transcript: White House Daily Briefing, December 12, 2001
(Bush/Congressional leaders, Bush/economic team, Bush signs Afghan Women and Children Relief Act 2001, Bush/Congress on education agreement, Senate Finance votes 18-3 for Trade Promotion Authority, Osama bin Laden videotape, Mideast violence, economic stimulus, CIA terrorist watch list, indicted conspirator goes to civilian court, Walker case/Taliban, ABM Treaty, Afghanistan aid and reconstruction, Rep. Armey retirement, B-1 bomber) (8080)

302 Transcript: State Department Noon Briefing, December 12, 2001
(Trade, Afghanistan, arms control, Israel/Palestinian Authority, war against terrorism, Uzbekistan, Iraq) (6360)

303 Defense Department Report, December 12: Afghanistan Operations
(B-1 bomber down in waters off Diego Garcia) (460)

304 The End of the Taliban Reign of Terror in Afghanistan
(Overview by the Office of International Information Programs) (1800)

305 Transcript: Bush Signs Into Law Afghan Women and Children Relief Act
(He says the U.S. will work hard to bring them "hope and help") (1540)

306 Women Can Bring Peace to the Future of Afghanistan, Ahmadi Says
(Human rights, respect, and dignity for women must be ensured) (960)

307 Text: U.S. Envoy to Cyprus on Impact of Terrorism on Business
(Dec. 11: remarks of U.S. Ambassador Donald K. Bandler) (2920)

308 Byliner: Amb. Gutierrez on Terrorism's Economic Impact on the Americas
(Says free-trade initiatives will help diminish aftershocks of Sept. 11) (710)

309 Traditional Muslim Ruler Decries Terrorist Attacks on U.S.
(Emir of Kano remembers first trip to America) (870)

310 U.S. Current Account Deficit Down Third Consecutive Quarter
(Numbers reflect recession, terrorist attacks) (460)

311 Senate Committee Approves Trade Negotiating Authority Bill 18-3
(USTR Zoellick presses for quick passage by full Senate) (590)

312 Some U.S. Legislators Lament Promised Limits on Textile Imports
(House deal would affect textiles from Caribbean, Andes) (1060)

313 Text: Prosperous, Stable Southeast Asia in America's Interest
(House Asia-Pacific Subcommittee Chairman's opening remarks) (620)

314 Text: Press Release on Establishment of U.S.-Asia Policy Forum
(Sen. Burns announces new forum for U.S., Asian policymakers) (400)

315 Fact Sheet: Public-Private Partnerships for Mine Action
(Private groups help U.S. protect civilians from landmines) (2880)

316 Text: U.N. Agency Urges Global Warning System for Animal Disease
(FAO says developing countries need extra help) (1120)

317 Text: NAS Report Cites Possibility of Abrupt Climate Change
(Periods of abrupt change marked by severe floods and droughts) (1300)


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