United States Policy - Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

The foreign policy of the United States defines how the United States interacts with foreign nations. It addresses the security of the American people and promotes international order. The following are the most prominent foreign policies of the United States:

• Refocusing on the threat from al Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan
• Ending the war in Iraq responsibly
• Keeping nuclear weapons out of the hands of terrorists
• Promoting peace and security in Israel and the Middle East
• Re-energizing America’s alliances
• Maintaining core American values
• Restoring American leadership in Latin America
• Ensuring energy security and fighting climate change