“Today is a dark day,” said U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley as she condemned North Korea’s “reckless and irresponsible” missile launch of July 4. Speaking at an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council on July 5, Haley called the launch a “clear and sharp military escalation” and said North Korea’s actions threatened all …

Haley, the daughter of immigrants from India, was the first female governor of South Carolina and the country’s first female governor of Indian descent. Before she resigned as governor January 24, Haley — born in 1972 — had been the nation’s youngest chief state executive.  “Governor Haley has a proven  track record of bringing people together  regardless of background or party affiliation …

At the apex of U.S. embassies around the world are diplomats who hold the august title of “ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the United States of America.” Whether one has made a career in the Foreign Service, or in the world of business, in academe or elsewhere, being asked by the president to represent America …

The life of an ambassador is a busy one. Being the lead representative of a nation, negotiating policy, hosting visiting dignitaries, and staying on top of the local politics is a 24/7 job. U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom Matthew Barzun understands this. While maintaining the special relationship with his host country and preparing for …