Ungerâs Bible Dictionary explains that the word fast in the Bible is from the Hebrew word sum, meaning âto coverâ the mouth, or from the Greek word nesteuo , meaning âto abstain.â For spiritual purposes, it means to go without eating and drinking (Esther 4:16 Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast you for me, and ...
In recent years, many American officials have regarded withholding diplomatic relations as a way to punish countries for actions ranging from human rights abuses, to failure to abide by international law, to specific treaty violations and acts of war.e operated in a practical manner and negotiated historic breakthroughs in arms control. Our diplomatic relations never signified approval of the Soviet regime, but rather recognition of a state with which we had business to conduct in our national interest, as well as in the collective interest of our allies.
China and the United States work closely with the international community to address threats to global security, including North Korea and Iran's nuclear programs. Bilateral Representation The U.S. Ambassador to China is Terry Branstad; other principal embassy officials are listed in the Department's Key Officers List. More information about China is available from the Department of State and other sources, some of which are listed here: Department of State China Country Page Department of State Key Officers List