The State Department was created in 1789, making it the first Executive department established in the United States. It is the lead foreign affairs agency responsible for the international relations of the U.S.
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20520
Phone: (202) 647-4000
Website: www.state.gov
Bureau of East Asian & Pacific Affairs (EAP)
The Bureau of East Asian & Pacific Affairs (originally the Office of Chinese Affairs) is charged with advising the Secretary of State and the Under Secretary for Political Affairs on matters concerning the Asia-Pacific Region.
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20520
Phone: (202) 647-9596
Office of Taiwan Coordination
The Office of Taiwan Coordination is the equivalent of a country desk for the Republic of China.
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20520
Phone: (202) 647-7711
Bureau of Political-Military Affairs
The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs bridges the Department of State with the Department of Defense. It provides policy guidance in the areas of international security, military operations, defense trade, and security assistance. The Bureau is also responsible for coordinating the participation of coalition combat and peacekeeping forces.
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20520
Phone: (202) 647-9022