âused to express mild disappointment, gentle entreaty, or real or mock sympathy or sentiment.
The Secretary carries out the President's foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service, and U.S. Agency for International Development. On February 1, 2013, John Kerry was sworn in as the 68th Secretary of State of the United States.
Diplomats come from many different backgrounds, yet they all work to advance American interests abroad. They serve in countless roles: from economists and health care specialists to translators and administrative assistants. Most diplomats are Foreign Service Officers (FSO).Every FSO must pass the Foreign Service Exam which consists of a written exam, an oral interview, and a negotiating exercise.f your job is promoting international trade, for example, youâll need to learn about a countryâs economy, business practices, and banking system. Youâll also need to learn the etiquette and customs of your host country and be polite, tactful, and patient.