Policy Planning Staff (United States)

In the modern world, Policy Planning Staff (United States) has taken a fundamental role in our lives. Since its discovery or appearance, Policy Planning Staff (United States) has had a significant impact on society, culture, economy and technology. Its influence has spread globally, affecting all people directly or indirectly. In this article, we will explore the role of Policy Planning Staff (United States) in different aspects of everyday life and its importance in today's world. From its origin to its current impact, Policy Planning Staff (United States) has left an indelible mark on history and remains a relevant topic today.

The Policy Planning Staff (sometimes referred to as the Policy Planning Council, the Office of Policy Planning or by its in-house acronym S/P) is the principal strategic arm of the United States Department of State. It was created in 1947 by Foreign Service Officer George F. Kennan at the request of Secretary of State George Marshall to serve "as a source of independent policy analysis and advice for the Secretary of State." Its first assignment was to design the Marshall Plan.

Early directors include George F. Kennan and Paul Nitze. More recently came Anne-Marie Slaughter, Jake Sullivan, Dennis Ross, Gregory B. Craig, Paul Wolfowitz, and Richard Haass. Past members include Zbigniew Brzezinski, Sandy Berger, Kori Schake, Michael Armacost, and Peter Berkowitz. At least 14 past members of the Policy Planning Staff have served as Ambassadors.

The Staff is headed by the Director of Policy Planning. As of June 2023, its director is Salman Ahmed.

References

^ Toosi, Nahal (October 26, 2017). "Tillerson's power play". Politico.
^ "About Us – Policy Planning Staff". US Department of State. Retrieved June 28, 2023.
^ Soylent Communications (2016). "US State Department Policy Planning Staff".

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