United Chief Official Division Protocol States Dealing Countries

When dealing with other countries, the United States must make sure that it is following "protocol" (official rules and procedures). That is the job of the Chief of Protocol of the United States, who "advises" (gives guidance to) all government officials dealing with other countries, including the Secretary of State, the Vice President, and the President of the United states.

To help the Chief of Protocol do his or her job, the department is divided into several "divisions" (parts; sections). The "visits" division is in charge of arranging the "itineraries" (scheduled route or stops) of "foreign dignitaries" (high-level officials from other countries) that visit the United States.

The "ceremonials" division organizes the events and "ceremonies" (official events) that take place. These events include the signing of "treaties" (official agreements between countries) and "swearing-in ceremonies" (official ceremony welcoming someone to a high-level job) for "ambassadors" (top-level officials and a country's representatives in another country).

The "diplomatic partnerships" division helps to establish cultural exchanges and "goodwill" (positive feelings and opinions) between nations. This division helps plan and promote opportunities for the U.S. and other countries to exchange ideas and share cultural information and traditions.

Finally, the other divisions are in charge of managing the "staff" (people who work within an organization or business) of the Chief of Protocol's office and to help "house" (provide a place to sleep and rest) for visiting officials.