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The mission of the U.S. Department of State is to protect and assist U.S. citizens abroad, promote U.S. security, prosperity, and interests through diplomacy, support democracy, human rights, and good governance, advance economic prosperity by opening markets and fostering fair trade, ensure international peace and stability, provide humanitarian assistance in crises, engage in public and cultural diplomacy to enhance mutual understanding, and represent the U.S. in international negotiations.

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Diplomatic Relations: Manages U.S. foreign policy, represents the U.S. abroad, negotiates treaties, and fosters international cooperation. Consular Services: Provides services to U.S. citizens abroad like passport issuance, emergency assistance, and helps with visas for foreign nationals visiting or immigrating to the U.S. Security and Law Enforcement: Protects diplomatic missions, participates in international law enforcement cooperation, and counters terrorism. Public Diplomacy: Engages in promoting U.S. culture, values, and policy to foreign publics, including through programs like educational and cultural exchanges. Economic and Commercial Affairs: Advances U.S. economic interests by promoting trade, investment, and economic development globally.

The Department of State oversees numerous regulations, including: 22 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations Title 22) - Covers foreign relations, including regulations for passports, visas, diplomatic immunity, and foreign aid. Regulations related to arms trade, international trafficking in arms regulations (ITAR), and export controls. Rules governing the conduct of U.S. diplomats abroad and the operations of U.S. embassies and consulates.