U.S. Fosters Strong Relationships in Latin America Secretary Rice: "[W]e’re now past that period in the Cold War where the United States saw Latin America through the prism of a global struggle with the Soviet Union. And it has freed American policy to have good friends on the left and good friends on the right, as long as they are friends who are governing democratically, who are promoting free trade, who are looking to open their markets and to deliver for their people." Full Text Combating the Scourge of Piracy Secretary Rice: "...We have sent a strong signal of commitment to combat the scourge of piracy. This current response is a good start, but we must do much more.... We need to support regional states in building capacity to prosecute pirates effectively. And we need to work to build security and stability in Somalia so that the Somali people can finally enjoy the blessings of peace..." Full Text | More Fighting HIV/AIDS Global AIDS Coordinator Mark Dybul discussed the fight against HIV/AIDS with Spokesman Sean McCormack. Text l Video Pathways to Prosperity Secretary Rice: "This groundbreaking forum is bringing together partners who share a fundamental commitment to expanding opportunities for their people. And that commitment is grounded in democratic values, and it is also grounded in a belief that open markets and free trade leads to growth, and that that can indeed be used to promote social mobility." Full Text | Pathways to Prosperity site