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25 June 2009
[Federal Register: June 25, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 121)]
[Notices]
[Page 30411-30454]
From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov]
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Part IV
Department of State
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Office of Protocol; Gifts to Federal Employees From Foreign Government
Sources Reported to Employing Agencies in Calendar Year 2008; Notice
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 6681]
Office of Protocol; Gifts to Federal Employees From Foreign
Government Sources Reported to Employing Agencies in Calendar Year 2008
The Department of State submits the following comprehensive listing
of the statements which, as required by law, Federal employees filed
with their employing agencies during calendar year 2008 concerning
gifts received from foreign government sources. The compilation
includes reports of both tangible gifts and gifts of travel or travel
expenses of more than minimal value, as defined by statute. Also,
included are gifts received in previous years including four gifts in
2003, three gifts in 2006, twenty-nine gifts in 2007. These latter
gifts and expenses are being reported in 2008 as the Office of
Protocol, Department of State, did not receive the relevant information
to include them in earlier reports.
Publication of this listing in the Federal Register is required by
Section 7342(f) of Title 5, United States Code, as added by Section
515(a)(1) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1978
(Pub. L. 95-105, August 17, 1977, 91 Stat. 865).
Dated: May 19, 2009.
Patrick F. Kennedy,
Under Secretary for Management, Department of State.
AGENCY: Executive Office of the President
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
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President............................ Traditional brown farwa His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
(overcoat), a silver Sultan Bin Salman bin cause embarrassment to
and gold dagger with Abdulaziz al Saud, donor and U.S.
belt and case, a Secretary General, Government.
silver and gold sabre Supreme Commission for
with diamonds and Tourism, The Kingdom
rubies on the hand of Saudi Arabia.
guard (includes belt
and case), and an
inscribed book titled
``Back to Earth: Adobe
Building in Saudi
Arabia,'' by William
Facey. Rec'd--1/15/
2008. Est. Value--
$4,589.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver and gold replica Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
of the palace on slab Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
of malachite, a navy Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
suede robe with gold Holy Mosques, King of Government.
rope trim and mink the Kingdom of Saudi
lining, and the King Arabia.
Abd al-Aziz Medal of
Honor gold necklace.
Rec'd--1/15/2008. Est.
Value--$32,000.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ A silver and gold Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
replica of a desert Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
scene in Saudi Arabia Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
including palm trees, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
a camel, a tent, and the Kingdom of Saudi
people on a granite Arabia.
slab. Rec'd--11/13/
2008. Est. Value--
$2,000.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Black Mercedes mountain Her Excellency Angela Non-acceptance would
bike with extra parts Merkel, Chancellor of cause embarrassment to
and a Philips digital the Federal Republic donor and U.S.
photo frame with an SD of Germany. Government.
card holding photos
from the President's
trip to Germany.
Rec'd--6/10/2008. Est.
Value--$4,687.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
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President............................ A 24'' gold chain Her Excellency Ellen Non-acceptance would
Collar of State with Johnson Sirleaf, cause embarrassment to
accompanying President of the donor and U.S.
certificate, a black Republic of Liberia. Government.
sash with multicolored
details and
embroidered ``Pres.
Bush'' and
``Akwabaa,'' and a
green sash with the
Grand Cordon in the
Most Venerable Order
of the Knighthood of
the Pioneers gold
medal and 4'' silver
brooch replica of the
Grand Cordon in the
Most Venerable Order
of the Pioneers medal
with accompanying
certificate. Rec'd--2/
19/2008. Est. Value--
$885.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 22'' x 31 1/2'' framed His Eminence Abd al- Non-acceptance would
rug portrait of two Aziz al-Hakim, cause embarrassment to
roan horses. Rec'd--1/ Chairman, Islamic donor and U.S.
15/2008. Est. Value-- Supreme Council of Government.
$400.00. Location-- Iraq.
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Tan leather saddle with His Excellency Non-acceptance would
gold thread Abdelaziz Bouteflika, cause embarrassment to
embroidery; includes President of the donor and U.S.
horse blanket, People's Democratic Government.
stirrups, reins, and Republic of Algeria.
bridle. Rec'd--9/24/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,400.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver bowl with a His Excellency Abdullah Non-acceptance would
crescent moon and star Gul, President of the cause embarrassment to
around the rim. Rec'd-- Republic of Turkey. donor and U.S.
1/7/2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$711.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Sterling silver replica His Excellency Alan Non-acceptance would
of Machu Picchu ruins Garcia Perez, cause embarrassment to
in Peru held on a President of the donor and U.S.
wooden base with ``To Republic of Peru. Government.
H.E. George W. Bush,
From: H.E. Alan
Garcia, Asia Pacific
Economic Forum Lima--
Peru 2008'' inscribed
on silver plaque and a
book titled ``Peru
Vision'' by His
Excellency Alan Garcia
Perez and Carlos Espa.
Rec'd--11/23/2008.
Est. Value--$680.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Tan Vicuna scarf with His Excellency Alan Non-acceptance would
fringe held in an Garcia Perez, cause embarrassment to
engraved wood box. President of the donor and U.S.
Rec'd--12/14/2007 Est. Republic of Peru. Government.
Value--$972.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Off-white and brown His Excellency Alvaro Non-acceptance would
Colombian sombrero and Uribe Velez, President cause embarrassment to
a 49 piece white china of the Republic of donor and U.S.
set painted with blue Colombia. Government.
flowers. Rec'd--9/20/
2008. Est. Value--
$852.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Mother of pearl picture Their Majesties King Non-acceptance would
frame, two leather Abdullah II bin Al cause embarrassment to
vases, three wind Hussein and Queen donor and U.S.
chimes, and a candle Rania Al Abdullah, The Government.
holder. Rec'd--12/26/ Hashemite Kingdom of
2007. Est. Value-- Jordan.
$425.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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President............................ A pair of leather boots His Excellency Amadou Non-acceptance would
with hand stitched Toumani Tour[eacute], cause embarrassment to
leather President of the donor and U.S.
appliqu[eacute]s, a Republic of Mali. Government.
burlap and
multicolored denim
saddle pad, a painted
leather and fabric
saddle with copper
stirrups, personalized
``George W. Bush,''
``USA,'' and ``Mali''
with brass tacks, and
a leather halter with
brass embellishments
and multicolored lead
rope, all in
traditional Malinese
style. Rec'd--2/12/
2008. Est. Value--
$918.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Bang & Olufsen BeoLab His Excellency Anders Non-acceptance would
4000 music system with Fogh Rasmussen, Prime cause embarrassment to
speakers and remote Minister of Denmark. donor and U.S.
control. Rec'd--2/29/ Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$5,195.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 10'' x 10'' ornate His Excellency Bertie Non-acceptance would
Waterford crystal Ahern, T.D., Prime cause embarrassment to
footed bowl with Minister of Ireland. donor and U.S.
scalloped border Government.
etched, ``Presented to
George W. Bush,
President of the
United States of
America on the
Occasion of St.
Patrick's Day 2008 by
the Taoiseach, Bertie
Ahern, on Behalf of
the People of
Ireland,'' live
Shamrocks, and an 18''
figurine carved in
56,000-year-old bog
wood. Rec'd--3/17/
2008. Est. Value--
$768.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ NATO Summit Bucharest His Excellency Calin Non-acceptance would
commemorative items Popescu-Tariceanu, cause embarrassment to
including a briefcase, Prime Minister of donor and U.S.
gold coin, ``Wings of Romania. Government.
Freedom'' sketch, and
Mont Blanc pen and ink
set, USB drives, card
case, DVDs, and
leather portfolio,
three books titled
````Who's Afraid of
Glass?'' by Ioan
Nemtoi, four books
titled ``Saints on
Glass,'' ``Traditions:
Romania Through
Stamps,'' ``Patrimony
Romanian Costume,''
and ``Bucuresti,'' by
George Avanu, 2 audio
CDs, an 11'' x 14''
hand painted icon of
St. George, a large
yellow blown glass
bowl, and an 8'' x
10'' framed oil
painting of four
people. Rec'd--4/2/
2008. Est. Value--
$3,819.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Bottle of 1977 His Excellency Calin Non-acceptance would
Chardonnay. Rec'd--4/2/ Popescu-Tariceanu, cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- Prime Minister of donor and U.S.
$49.00. Location-- Romania. Government.
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
President............................ Traditional blue two- His Excellency Dr. Boni Non-acceptance would
part Benin robe and a Yayi, President of the cause embarrassment to
carved wood pot Republic of Benin. donor and U.S.
supported by three Government.
hands attached to a
white embroidered
cloth and held in a
frame. Rec'd--2/16/
2008. Est. Value--
$525.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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President............................ 80'' x 113'' silk His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Afghani rug. Rec'd--5/ Hamid Karzai, cause embarrassment to
17/2008. Est. Value-- President of the donor and U.S.
$4,000.00. Location-- Islamic Republic of Government.
Archives Foreign. Afghanistan.
President............................ 19'' x 39'' oval lapis His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
tabletop and two 19 1/ Hamid Karzai, cause embarrassment to
2'' round lapis President of the donor and U.S.
tabletops. Rec'd--9/26/ Islamic Republic of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Afghanistan.
$19,400.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Limited edition silver His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
bowl with enameled Manmohan Singh, Prime cause embarrassment to
yellow flowers and Minister of the donor and U.S.
green leaves and two Republic of India. Government.
inscribed books
titled, ``A History of
Ancient and Early
Medieval India: From
the Stone Age to the
12th Century,'' by
Upinder Singh and
``Ghandian Way: Peace,
Non-violence and
Empowerment.'' Rec'd--
9/24/2008. Est. Value--
$813.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ A framed 28'' x 20'' His Excellency Ehud Non-acceptance would
photo of President Olmert, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
Bush and Prime of Israel. donor and U.S.
Minister Olmert, a Government.
hydration system
cycling backpack, two
blue Nalini cycling
bib shorts with ``G.W.
Bush'' and an Israeli
flag printed on the
leg, a blue short
sleeve Nalini cycling
jersey with ``G.W.
Bush'' printed on the
back, a blue long
sleeve Nalini cycling
jersey with ``G.W.
Bush'' printed on the
back, a 256MB memory
card, a high quality
Handy screen
protector, and an HP
iPAQ Travel Companion
with accompanying
charger and case.
Rec'd--1/9/2008. Est.
Value--$2,050.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Athletic Equipment: MTB His Excellency Ehud Non-acceptance would
Hard Tail Special Olmert, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
Edition mountain bike of Israel. donor and U.S.
made by Segal bikes; Government.
President Bush's name
and the Israeli flag
painted on the frame
and a framed 5' x 2'
transfer of a photo
onto a canvas of
Masada landscape at
night. Rec'd--5/15/
2008. Est. Value--
$3,450.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Mounted crystal His Excellency Fatmir Non-acceptance would
formation. Rec'd--7/21/ Sejdiu, President of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- the Republic of Kosovo. donor and U.S.
$600.00. Location-- Government.
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Two brown leather His Excellency Felipe Non-acceptance would
bookends with silver de Jesus Calderon cause embarrassment to
plated Agave plant on Hinojosa, President of donor and U.S.
the sides. Rec'd--4/21/ the United Mexican Government.
2008. Est. Value-- States.
$495.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 12'' x 12'' square His Excellency Felipe Non-acceptance would
opaque yellow plate de Jesus Calderon cause embarrassment to
held on a silver Hinojosa, President of donor and U.S.
stand. Rec'd--11/14/ the United Mexican Government.
2008. Est. Value-- States.
$400.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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President............................ Sterling silver plated His Excellency Fernando Non-acceptance would
stag horn tea cup Lugo, President of the cause embarrassment to
engraved with the seal Republic of Paraguay. donor and U.S.
of Paraguay, a Government.
sterling silver spoon,
and a white linen
embroidered shirt
designed by Marcos
Ismachowiez. Rec'd--10/
27/2008. Est. Value--
$362.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Creative Zen MP3 Player His Excellency Goh Chok Non-acceptance would
and an OSIM uSqueez Tong, Senior Minister, cause embarrassment to
Calf and Foot Office of the Prime donor and U.S.
Massager. Rec'd--4/9/ Minister of the Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Singapore.
$579.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Taxidermied lion and His Excellency Jakaya Non-acceptance would
leopard, a zebra skin, Kikwete, President of cause embarrassment to
and an 8' tall the United Republic of donor and U.S.
ornately carved Tanzania. Government.
statue. Rec'd--2/17/
2008. Est. Value--
$18,200.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Two shadow boxes His Excellency Jakaya Non-acceptance would
displaying with Kikwete, President of cause embarrassment to
carvings of native the United Republic of donor and U.S.
Tanzanians, an 11'' x Tanzania. Government.
33'' framed painting
of zebras, and a 33''
wood table with
carvings of African
animals including
elephants, giraffes,
and lions. Rec'd--8/28/
2008. Est. Value--
$625.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Pair of black Zandstra His Excellency Jan Non-acceptance would
rollerblades, Peter Balkenende, cause embarrassment to
belreflector, Skeelers Prime Minister of the donor and U.S.
wrist guards, knee Kingdom of the Government.
pads, and elbow pads, Netherlands.
and white wood clogs
with ``Jan Peter
Balkenende,'' ``In
friendship,'' and
windmills painted in
blue. Rec'd--6/5/2008.
Est. Value--$762.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Cult full carbon Black His Excellency Janez Non-acceptance would
Gold XTR mountain Jansa, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
bike, navy tie with of the Republic of donor and U.S.
white designs, and a Slovenia. Government.
rectangular crystal
bowl with star design.
Rec'd--6/9/2008. Est.
Value--$7,031.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Gold cufflinks and His Excellency John Non-acceptance would
matching gold chain Agyekum Kufuor, cause embarrassment to
necklace with stone President of the donor and U.S.
and a large piece of Republic of Ghana. Government.
red, black, yellow,
and green traditional
Kente cloth. Rec'd--2/
19/2008. Est. Value--
$400.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Black Mont Blanc His Excellency Non-acceptance would
fountain pen. Rec'd-- Jos[eacute] Manuel cause embarrassment to
10/18/2008. Est. Duaro Barroso, donor and U.S.
Value--$394.00. President of the Government.
Location--Archives Commission of the
Foreign. European Communities.
President............................ Framed archery set. His Excellency Lee Non-acceptance would
Rec'd--4/16/2008. Est. Myung-bak, President cause embarrassment to
Value--$400.00. of the Republic of donor and U.S.
Location--Archives Korea. Government.
Foreign.
President............................ Various personalized His Excellency Lee Non-acceptance would
Elord casual clothes, Myung-bak, President cause embarrassment to
tennis shoes, and a of the Republic of donor and U.S.
baseball cap. Rec'd--8/ Korea. Government.
6/2008. Est. Value--
$936.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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President............................ Ten Fuente OpusX His Excellency Martin Non-acceptance would
cigars. Rec'd--5/6/ Torrijos Espino, cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- President of the donor and U.S.
$330.00. Location-- Republic of Panama. Government.
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
President............................ Red lacquered wood His Excellency Martin Non-acceptance would
humidor made by Torrijos Espino, cause embarrassment to
Griffin's with a President of the donor and U.S.
sterling silver plate Republic of Panama. Government.
engraved ``43''
affixed to lid and a
book titled ``Panama
Canal.'' Rec'd--5/6/
2008. Est. Value--
$742.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Crystal decanter etched His Excellency Mirek Non-acceptance would
with the Czech Topolanek, Prime cause embarrassment to
Republic seal and five Minister of the Czech donor and U.S.
crystal glasses etched Republic. Government.
``G.W.B.,'' a signed
hardcover book titled
``Prague, Prag,
Praha,'' by Miroslav
Krob & Jr., a Ceska
Zbrojovka CS550
shotgun, and an
inscribed wood gun
rack. Rec'd--2/28/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,885.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Brown leather Hermes His Excellency Nicolas Non-acceptance would
saddle. Rec'd--6/13/ Sarkozy, President of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- the French Republic. donor and U.S.
$6,200.00. Location-- Government.
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Lalique crystal horse His Excellency Nicolas Non-acceptance would
bookends. Rec'd--7/8/ Sarkozy, President of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- the French Republic. donor and U.S.
$3,000.00. Location-- Government.
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Black lacquer humidor His Excellency Nicolas Non-acceptance would
with a silver-plated Sarkozy, President of cause embarrassment to
symbol of France on the French Republic. donor and U.S.
top and ``President de Government.
la Republique
Francaise'' engraved
on the inside and a
sterling silver
Waterman fountain pen.
Rec'd--10/18/2008.
Est. Value--$3,000.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Framed gold image of His Excellency Nicolas Non-acceptance would
the Sarkozy, President of cause embarrassment to
[Eacute]lys[eacute]e the French Republic. donor and U.S.
Palace in Paris, Government.
France with ``Nicolas
Sarkozy President de
la Republique
Francaise'' written on
the bottom and a gold
and crystal
``L[Eacute]pee''
clock. Rec'd--11/17/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,559.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver tea set His Excellency Pranab Non-acceptance would
including teapot, Kumar Mukherjee, cause embarrassment to
cream, and sugar Minister of External donor and U.S.
containers. Rec'd--3/ Affairs of the Government.
24/2008. Est. Value-- Republic of India.
$650.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver filigree bowl. His Excellency Sali Non-acceptance would
Rec'd--4/25/2008. Est. Berisha, Prime cause embarrassment to
Value--$350.00. Minister of the donor and U.S.
Location--Archives Republic of Albania. Government.
Foreign.
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President............................ Four books titled His Excellency Samak Non-acceptance would
``Glorious Sundaravej, Prime cause embarrassment to
Celebrations of the Minister of Kingdom of donor and U.S.
Reign: The Thailand. Government.
Celebrations of the
60th Anniversary of
His Majesty the King's
Accession to the
Throne'' (2), ``The
Royal Kingdom of
Thailand: Fifty Years
of a Golden Reign,''
``Arts of the
Kingdom,'' and
``Bangkok Then and
Now,'' by Steven Van
Beek, and a wood
jewelry box with the
seal of The Royal Thai
Government in gold and
lined with green
velvet. Rec'd--8/6/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,125.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Six wooden replicas of His Excellency Sheikh Non-acceptance would
ancient Kuwaiti ships Mesh'al Al-Ahmad Al- cause embarrassment to
held in a wood box Jaber Al-Sabah, Deputy donor and U.S.
with 4 engraved gold Chief, Kuwaiti Government.
plates. Rec'd--3/4/ National Guard, Kuwait.
2008. Est. Value--
$414.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver and gold falcon His Excellency Sheikh Non-acceptance would
sculpture and a gold Nasser Mohammad Al cause embarrassment to
model of the Kuwait Sabah, Prime Minister donor and U.S.
City landscape in a of the State of Kuwait. Government.
crystal cube. Rec'd--9/
18/2008. Est. Value--
$15,237.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Bronze statue on a His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
marble pedestal Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
representing a young of the Council of donor and U.S.
girl with butterfly Ministers of the Government.
wings symbolizing the Italian Republic.
Spring offering the
laurel to the Winner
and twelve E.
Marinella ties. Rec'd--
6/13/2008. Est. Value--
$5,120.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Twelve E. Marinella His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
ties. Rec'd--7/8/2008. Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
Est. Value--$1,620.00. of the Council of donor and U.S.
Location--Archives Ministers of the Government.
Foreign. Italian Republic.
President............................ 15'' white ceramic His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
``Liberty'' vase with Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
three women dancing, of the Council of donor and U.S.
numbered 200 of 500, Ministers of the Government.
and twelve E. Italian Republic.
Marinella ties. Rec'd--
10/13/2008. Est.
Value--$2,460.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Various Christmas His Excellency Saqr Non-acceptance would
decorations including Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, cause embarrassment to
ornaments, a papier Ambassador of the donor and U.S.
mache Santa Claus, United Arab Emirates. Government.
14'' decorative
crystal tree, and
napkins. Rec'd--12/17/
2007. Est. Value--
$742.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Two Royal Crown Derby His Excellency Saqr Non-acceptance would
plates in the ``Gold Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, cause embarrassment to
Aves'' pattern. Rec'd-- Ambassador of the donor and U.S.
12/17/2007. Est. United Arab Emirates. Government.
Value--$300.00.
Location--Transferred
to GSA.
President............................ Two Royal Crown Derby His Excellency Saqr Non-acceptance would
plates in the ``Gold Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, cause embarrassment to
Aves'' pattern. Rec'd-- Ambassador of the donor and U.S.
12/17/2007. Est. United Arab Emirates. Government.
Value--$300.00.
Location--President
retained.
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President............................ Bottle of Kutjevo wine. His Excellency Stjepan Non-acceptance would
Rec'd--4/4/2008. Est. Mesic, President of cause embarrassment to
Value--$50.00. the Republic of donor and U.S.
Location--Handled Croatia. Government.
pursuant to Secret
Service policy.
President............................ Leather photo album His Excellency Stjepan Non-acceptance would
with photos of Mesic, President of cause embarrassment to
President Bush's trip the Republic of donor and U.S.
to Croatia, a wood Croatia. Government.
model of an antique
Croatian ship called a
``Bracera,'' and an XD-
9 semi-automatic
pistol and XD semi-
automatic pistol.
Rec'd--4/4/2008. Est.
Value--$1,763.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Household Item: Large 3- His Excellency Syed Non-acceptance would
tier wooden frame with Yousaf Raza Gillani, cause embarrassment to
handcarved designs. Prime Minister of the donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/5/2008. Est. Islamic Republic of Government.
Value--$2,000.00. Pakistan.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Gold-plated SMG PK His Excellency Syed Non-acceptance would
Caliber 9mm gun and an Yousaf Raza Gillani, cause embarrassment to
inscribed book titled Prime Minister of the donor and U.S.
``Reconciliation: Islamic Republic of Government.
Islam, Democracy, and Pakistan.
the West'' by Benazir
Bhutto. Rec'd--7/28/
2008. Est. Value--
$778.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Personalized letterman His Excellency Yasuo Non-acceptance would
jacket images of Fukuda, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
Barney, Miss Beazley, of Japan. donor and U.S.
and India on the back, Government.
two G8 commemorative
coins, and an
inscribed book by
Sakie Yokota. Rec'd--7/
8/2008. Est. Value--
$404.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ ``The Order of Zayed'' His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
gold necklace with Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
emeralds, diamonds, Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
and rubies with gold the United Arab Government.
medallion and Emirates.
certificate and a
multicolored vase with
the coat of arms of
the United Arab
Emirates. Rec'd--1/13/
2008. Est. Value--
$86,500.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 5' x 6' framed abstract His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
painting of the letter Mohammed bin Rashid al- cause embarrassment to
``W'' by Abdul Kader Maktoum, Vice donor and U.S.
El Rayes. Rec'd--8/8/ President and Prime Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Minister of the United
$4,000.00. Location-- Arab Emirates.
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Silver William & Son His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
fountain pen and a Salman bin Hamad bin cause embarrassment to
book titled ``Mosaic: Isa Al-Khalifa, Crown donor and U.S.
A journey through the Prince of the Kingdom Government.
multi-faceted world of of Bahrain and Head of
Bahrain's Arts and the Bahrain Defense
Crafts,'' by Dr. Ali Force.
Hasan Follad. Rec'd--9/
8/2008. Est. Value--
$650.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Framed 13\1/2\'' x 23\1/ His Holiness Pope Non-acceptance would
2\'' ``St. Petersburg Benedict XVI. cause embarrassment to
Square'' mosaic. donor and U.S.
Rec'd--4/15/2008. Est. Government.
Value--$2,500.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Bouquet of flowers and His Majesty Mohammed Non-acceptance would
thirty-eight boxes of VI, King of Morocco. cause embarrassment to
assorted Godiva donor and U.S.
chocolates. Rec'd--7/8/ Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$1,170.00. Location--
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
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President............................ Decoration of the Order His Majesty Shaikh Non-acceptance would
of Sheikh Isa bin Hamad Bin Isa Bin cause embarrassment to
Salman Al Khalifa with Salman Al-Khalifa, donor and U.S.
certificate and a gold King of the Kingdom of Government.
date palm tree on Bahrain.
stand with pearls.
Rec'd--1/12/2008. Est.
Value--$26,450.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Two blue, tan, and off- His Majesty Shaikh Non-acceptance would
white vases with Hamad Bin Isa Bin cause embarrassment to
painted images of Salman Al-Khalifa, donor and U.S.
horses and birds and a King of the Kingdom of Government.
book titled ``The Bahrain.
Historical Photos of
the American Hospital
& Documents Related to
the American
Hospital.'' Rec'd--3/
24/2008. Est. Value--
$3,694.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ A limited edition (2/ His Majesty Sultan Haji Non-acceptance would
100) 10'' Faberge Hassanal Bolkiah cause embarrassment to
elephant, a limited Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, donor and U.S.
edition (42/500) book Sultan and Yang Di- Government.
titled ``Luc Pertuan of Brunei
Leestemaker'' by Luc Darussalam.
Leestemaker with
framed 5'' x 6''
original painting by
the artist, and a 4''
gold and brass
filigree and enameled
jeweled Faberge egg
with small egg pendant
necklace. Rec'd--1/3/
2008. Est. Value--
$4,750.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ Various chocolates, His Majesty Sultan Haji Non-acceptance would
cookies, corn relish, Hassanal Bolkiah cause embarrassment to
and spirited cherries. Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, donor and U.S.
Rec'd--1/3/2008 Est. Sultan and Yang Di- Government.
Value--$60.00. Pertuan of Brunei
Location--Handled Darussalam.
pursuant to Secret
Service policy.
President............................ Framed 31'' x 46\1/2\'' Mr. Behgjet Pacolli, Non-acceptance would
painting of the First Chairman, New Kosovo cause embarrassment to
Family. Rec'd--4/9/ Alliance. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$3,500.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 30'' mother of pearl Mr. Mahmoud Abbas, Non-acceptance would
vase. Rec'd--1/8/2008. President of the cause embarrassment to
Est. Value--$500.00. Palestinian Authority. donor and U.S.
Location--Archives Government.
Foreign.
President............................ Framed 28\1/2\'' x 30\1/ Mr. Mahmoud Abbas, Non-acceptance would
2\'' painting of a President of the cause embarrassment to
woman playing the Palestinian Authority. donor and U.S.
flute. Rec'd--4/23/ Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$350.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ 3'' red painted sake Mrs. Kiyoko Fukuda, Non-acceptance would
cup with hand painted Office of the Prime cause embarrassment to
design and Minister and Chief donor and U.S.
personalized with the Cabinet Secretary, Government.
President's initials. Office of the Prime
Rec'd--7/8/2008 Est. Minister of Japan.
Value--$1,000.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Signed leather bound The Honorable Kevin Non-acceptance would
book titled Rudd, M.P., Prime cause embarrassment to
``Australia: An Minister of Australia. donor and U.S.
Artist's Journey Government.
Through The
Landscape'' by Pamela
Griffith. Rec'd--3/28/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,200.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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President............................ Small gold plaque with The Honorable Masoud Non-acceptance would
the Kurdistan seal, Barzani, President of cause embarrassment to
scabbard with hand- the Kurdistan Regional donor and U.S.
carved wood handle and Government. Government.
sheath, and a
traditional Kurdish
tan suit, including a
zip-up jacket,
drawstring slacks, a
sheer patterned scarf,
two red and white
headscarves, and a
small cap, all held in
a black Tumi garment
bag. Rec'd--10/28/
2008. Est. Value--
$2,209.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
President............................ A brown tie with The Right Honorable Non-acceptance would
multicolored stripes, James Gordon Brown, cause embarrassment to
a red tie with floral M.P., Prime Minister. donor and U.S.
designs, and a black Government.
and blue dotted tie.
Rec'd--4/16/2008. Est.
Value--$390.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
President............................ Box of Rococo The Right Honorable Non-acceptance would
chocolates. Rec'd--4/ James Gordon Brown, cause embarrassment to
16/2008. Est. Value-- M.P., Prime Minister. donor and U.S.
$94.00. Location-- Government.
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
First Lady........................... White and blue Meissen Her Excellency Angela Non-acceptance would
tea set with two tea Merkel, Chancellor of cause embarrassment to
cups, two saucers, and the Federal Republic donor and U.S.
four plates. Rec'd--6/ of Germany. Government.
10/2008. Est. Value--
$772.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Two 5'' tall sterling Her Excellency Dali Non-acceptance would
silver and colored Itzik, Speaker of the cause embarrassment to
maple wood candle Knesset of Israel. donor and U.S.
holders by Lev Government.
Shneiderman and a 3''
hammered gold dove
pin. Rec'd--5/15/2008.
Est. Value--$205.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... Ahava Bath + Beauty set Her Excellency Dali Non-acceptance would
in blue AHAVA travel Itzik, Speaker of the cause embarrassment to
case. Rec'd--5/15/ Knesset of Israel. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$150.00. Location--
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
First Lady........................... Gold brooch with Her Excellency Ellen Non-acceptance would
Liberian seal, black Johnson Sirleaf, cause embarrassment to
sash with multicolored President of the donor and U.S.
details and Republic of Liberia. Government.
embroidered with
``Mrs. Bush'' and
``Akwabaa,'' a green
sash with the Grand
Cordon in the Most
Venerable Order of the
Knighthood of the
Pioneers gold-tone
medal with 4'' silver
brooch replica of the
Grand Cordon in the
Most Venerable Order
of the Pioneers medal,
and an award
certificate signed by
Her Excellency Ellen
Johnson Sirleaf.
Rec'd--2/19/2008. Est.
Value--$1,085.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 3'' 18 carat gold Her Excellency Gloria Non-acceptance would
bamboo broach with a Macapagal-Arroyo, cause embarrassment to
golden Southsea pearl President of the donor and U.S.
and a genuine stingray Republic of the Government.
leather jewelry box. Philippines.
Rec'd--6/24/2008. Est.
Value--$960.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
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First Lady........................... Two 8'' x 10'' framed Her Excellency Nouria Non-acceptance would
photos of divers, a Al-Subaih, Minister of cause embarrassment to
CD, two 4'' x 6'' Education and Higher donor and U.S.
framed photos of Mrs. Education, Kuwait. Government.
Bush and Her
Excellency Nouria Al-
Subaih, and a small
sterling silver bird
figurine held in a
frame. Rec'd--2/25/
2008. Est. Value--
$336.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Seven large silk Her Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
fabrics held in an Hessa bint Trad Al- cause embarrassment to
ivory silk case. Shaalan, Princess, donor and U.S.
Rec'd--5/16/2008. Est. Riyadh. Government.
Value--$9,819.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 5'' x 7'' antique His Excellency Non-acceptance would
silver jeweled box Abdelaziz Bouteflika, cause embarrassment to
with traditional President of the donor and U.S.
design and twenty-one People's Democratic Government.
3'' silver symbolic Republic of Algeria.
Tuareg crosses held in
a traditional
decorative wooden
frame. Rec'd--9/24/
2008. Est. Value--
$789.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 17'' x 51'' raw silk His Excellency Abdullah Non-acceptance would
embroidered table Gul, President of the cause embarrassment to
runner. Rec'd--1/7/ Republic of Turkey. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$445.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Large kora (traditional His Excellency Amadou Non-acceptance would
string instrument from Toumani Tour[eacute], cause embarrassment to
Mali). Rec'd--2/12/ President of the donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Mali. Government.
$400.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Burgundy patent leather His Excellency Asif Ali Non-acceptance would
jewelry box and Zardari, President of cause embarrassment to
matching purse. Rec'd-- the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
10/30/2008. Est. of Pakistan. Government.
Value--$563.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 72'' x 144'' double His Excellency Bertie Non-acceptance would
damask satin linen Ahern, T.D., Prime cause embarrassment to
tablecloth by Thomas Minister of Ireland. donor and U.S.
Furguson. Rec'd--3/17/ Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$429.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 12 white linen napkins His Excellency Boni Non-acceptance would
with multicolored Yayi and Mrs. Chantal cause embarrassment to
animals with matching Jean De Souza Yayi, donor and U.S.
48'' x 60'' white President of the Government.
table linen and native Republic of Benin.
dress with jems and
embroidered details.
Rec'd--2/16/2008. Est.
Value--$600.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 11'' blue lapis vase His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
with floral inlay. Hamid Karzai, cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--4/3/2008. Est. President of the donor and U.S.
Value--$550.00. Islamic Republic of Government.
Location--Archives Afghanistan.
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 4'' silver Hoopoe bird His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
with Indian enameling Manmohan Singh, Prime cause embarrassment to
known as Meenakari Minister of the donor and U.S.
designed by Blue Bird Republic of India. Government.
and four ``Sound
Scapes: Music of the
Deserts, Valleys,
Rivers and Mountains''
CD set. Rec'd--9/25/
2008. Est. Value--
$650.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 14'' ornately painted His Excellency Felipe Non-acceptance would
gourd with traditional de Jesus Calderon cause embarrassment to
design and removable Hinojosa, President of donor and U.S.
lid. Rec'd--3/13/2008. the United Mexican Government.
Est. Value--$350.00. States.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
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First Lady........................... Gold necklace, His Excellency John Non-acceptance would
earrings, and bracelet Agyekum Kufuor, cause embarrassment to
set featuring symbols President of the donor and U.S.
of Ghana. Rec'd--2/21/ Republic of Ghana. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$2,000.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... White china tea set His Excellency Lee Non-acceptance would
with blue accents by Myung-bak, President cause embarrassment to
Young Sook Park, an of the Republic of donor and U.S.
assortment of Korea, Seoul. Government.
personalized Elord
casual wear, a pink
silk scarf, tennis
shoes, and a
personalized baseball
cap. Rec'd--4/16/2008.
Est. Value--$1,382.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... White porcelain rose His Excellency Nicolas Non-acceptance would
held on a wooden Sarkozy, President of cause embarrassment to
stand. Rec'd--10/18/ the French Republic. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$450.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Six E. Marinella silk His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
scarves. Rec'd--6/12/ Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- of the Council of donor and U.S.
$1,920.00. Location-- Ministers of the Government.
Archives Foreign. Italian Republic.
First Lady........................... Three multicolored E. His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Marinella silk Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
scarves. Rec'd--10/13/ of the Council of donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Ministers of the Government.
$480.00. Location-- Italian Republic.
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 20'' x 24'' framed His Excellency Sun Non-acceptance would
embroidered artwork of Jiazheng, Minister of cause embarrassment to
a vase with various Culture of the donor and U.S.
purple flowers. Rec'd-- People's Republic of Government.
1/28/2008. Est. Value-- China.
$350.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... White sheer scarf with His Excellency Traian Non-acceptance would
silver details and a Basescu and Mrs. Maria cause embarrassment to
traditional Romanian Basescu, President and donor and U.S.
folk costume including First Lady of Romania. Government.
a robe, gold silk head
scarf, skirt, and a
belt. Rec'd--4/1/2008.
Est. Value--$766.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... Two 15'' hand-painted His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
carved wooden statues Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
in traditional male Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
and female Ukranian of Ukraine. Government.
attire. Rec'd--9/29/
2008. Est. Value--
$600.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Large silver His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
traditional necklace Sultan Bin Salman bin cause embarrassment to
with bells, Abdulaziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
embroidered fur-lined Secretary General, Government.
traditional wrap, Supreme Commission for
beaded traditional Tourism, Riyadh.
head cover with
tassels, yellow
traditional beaded
robe, and a book
titled ``Traditional
Crafts of Saudi
Arabia'' by John
Topham. Rec'd--1/15/
2008. Est. Value--
$4,085.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Green pashmina wrap Mrs. Begum Fauzia Non-acceptance would
with embroidered peach Gillani, Office of the cause embarrassment to
and burgundy floral Prime Minister of The donor and U.S.
design. Rec'd--7/28/ Islamic Republic of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Pakistan.
$387.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 10'' black quilted silk Mrs. Carla Sarkozy, Non-acceptance would
Chanel handbag with Office of the cause embarrassment to
silver chain. Rec'd--6/ President of the donor and U.S.
13/2008. Est. Value-- Republic of France. Government.
$1,500.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
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First Lady........................... Ornate Turkish silver Mrs. Fatma Gulgun Non-acceptance would
mirror with lace Sensoy, Embassy of the cause embarrassment to
envelope and two books Republic of Turkey. donor and U.S.
titled ``My Name is Government.
Red,'' by Orhan Pamuk
and Erdag Goknar and
``Hagia Sophia: A
Vision for Empires.''
Rec'd--1/18/2008. Est.
Value--$520.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... 17'' x 51'' raw silk Mrs. Hayr[uuml]nnisa Non-acceptance would
embroidered table G[uuml]l, Office of cause embarrassment to
runner. Rec'd--1/7/ Minister of Foreign donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Affairs of the Government.
$445.00. Location-- Republic of Turkey.
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 2'' pink enamel Mrs. Hayr[uuml]nnisa Non-acceptance would
carnation pendant on G[uuml]l, Office of cause embarrassment to
gold chain by Master Minister of Foreign donor and U.S.
Avedis. Rec'd--9/22/ Affairs of the Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Turkey.
$550.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Brown and gold beaded Mrs. Jeannette Kagame, Non-acceptance would
basket and a Rwandan First Lady of Rwanda. cause embarrassment to
table set including donor and U.S.
brown and gold beaded Government.
placemats, napkin
rings, and coasters
held in matching
beaded container with
lid. Rec'd--2/18/2008.
Est. Value--$385.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... A book in Japanese Mrs. Kiyoko Fukuda, Non-acceptance would
about protecting the Office of the Prime cause embarrassment to
Eart, nine sketches of Minister and Chief donor and U.S.
various families Cabinet Secretary, Government.
protecting the Office of the Prime
environment, a Minister of Japan.
``Kobuskusa'' (small
decorative cloth),
purple silk scarf,
small hand painted
bamboo bowl, a hand
painted red sake cup
personalized with Mrs.
Bush's initials, hand
painted seashells,
papier mache masks of
President and Mrs.
Bush, a framed origami
American flag, a woven
obi with gold and
silver leaf pattern, a
small decorative bean
bag doll on a clear
stand, two small
painted stress balls,
and a book titled
``Gift Wrapping with
Textiles: Stylish
Ideas from Japan,'' by
Chizuko Morita. Rec'd--
7/8/2008. Est. Value--
$4,585.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... White sheer scarf with Mrs. Maria Basescu, Non-acceptance would
silver details and a Office of the cause embarrassment to
traditional Romanian President of Romania. donor and U.S.
folk costume including Government.
a robe, gold silk head
scarf, skirt, and a
belt. Rec'd--4/1/2008.
Est. Value--$766.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... Local vegetable floral Mrs. Pilar Nores de Non-acceptance would
arrangement. Rec'd--11/ Garcia, The First Lady cause embarrassment to
22/2008. Est. Value-- of the Republic of donor and U.S.
$50.00. Location-- Peru, Palacio de Government.
Handled pursuant to Gobierno, Plaza de
Secret Service policy. Arnas, Lima.
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First Lady........................... 7'' silver spoon pin Mrs. Pilar Nores de Non-acceptance would
with red stone in Garcia, The First Lady cause embarrassment to
center and Peruvian of the Republic of donor and U.S.
designs, colorful Peru, Palacio de Government.
traditional Peruvian Gobierno, Plaza de
woven table runner, Arnas, Lima.
and a book titled
``The Incas: Art and
Symbols.'' Rec'd--11/
22/2008. Est. Value--
$312.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 55'' x 55'' beige silk Mrs. Svetlana Non-acceptance would
scarf with gold Medvedeva, Office of cause embarrassment to
details by Valentin the President of the donor and U.S.
Yudashkin. Rec'd--7/8/ Russian Federation. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$390.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Stainless steel set of Mrs. Wafaa Sleiman, Non-acceptance would
12 knives, forks, and Office of the cause embarrassment to
spoons and one serving President of The donor and U.S.
spatula with Republic of Lebanon. Government.
traditional Lebanese
design on handles by S
& S Haddad. Rec'd--9/
23/2008. Est. Value--
$900.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... Dark blue silk scarf Ms. Urska Bacovnik, Non-acceptance would
and a 13 piece white Office of the Prime cause embarrassment to
porcelain tea set with Minister of the donor and U.S.
brown and gold details Republic of Slovenia. Government.
handmade by Slovenian
artists. Rec'd--6/9/
2008. Est. Value--
$501.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Lady........................... 8'' ornately hand The Honorable Daggubati Non-acceptance would
carved traditional Purandeswari, Minister cause embarrassment to
wooden elephant with of State for Human donor and U.S.
small elephant inside Resource Development, Government.
and enamel design. Republic of India.
Rec'd--9/22/2008. Est.
Value--$700.00.
Location--Archives.
First Lady........................... 36'' x 48'' colorful The Honorable Masoud Non-acceptance would
embroidered cloth and Barzani, President of cause embarrassment to
a traditional Kurdish the Kurdistan Regional donor and U.S.
outfit with metallic Government. Government.
copper-colored vest
and pants with a sheer
beaded patterned robe.
Rec'd--10/28/2008.
Est. Value--$473.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Lady........................... Floral arrangement of His Majesty Mohammed Non-acceptance would
roses and orchids and VI, King of Morocco. cause embarrassment to
assorted chocolates by donor and U.S.
Lenotre Paris. Rec'd-- Government.
11/4/2008. Est. Value--
$1,791.00. Location--
Handled pursuant to
Secret Service policy.
First Family......................... Eight East African Mr. Kabissa, Deputy Non-acceptance would
Blackwood carved Chief of Protocol, cause embarrassment to
wooden statues, two Embassy of the United donor and U.S.
carved wood wall Republic of Tanzania. Government.
plaques, and four
framed paintings of
native people,
animals, and scenery.
Rec'd--2/18/2008. Est.
Value--$8,815.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Family......................... Crystal bowl with ``10 The Right Honorable Non-acceptance would
Downing Street'' James Gordon Brown, cause embarrassment to
etched around the rim. M.P., Prime Minister, donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/16/2008. Est. London. Government.
Value--$1,300.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
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First Family......................... Porcelain tea set His Excellency Vladimir Non-acceptance would
painted with colorful Putin, Chairman of the cause embarrassment to
churches and flowers Government of the donor and U.S.
stamped ``St. Russian Federation, Government.
Petersberg 1744'' Moscow.
underneath each piece.
Rec'd--4/6/2008. Est.
Value--$2,444.00.
Location--Archives
Foreign.
First Family......................... 68'' red, white, and His Excellency Paul Non-acceptance would
blue beaded American Kagame, President of cause embarrassment to
flag spear with 20'' the Republic of donor and U.S.
matching red, white, Rwanda, Kigali. Government.
and blue beaded
American flag shield
and a 38'' green,
blue, and yellow
beaded walking stick
held in a woven
basket. Rec'd--2/18/
2008. Est. Value--
$4,200.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Family......................... Wood vase made from The Right Honorable Non-acceptance would
spalted crabapple, by Stephen Harper, P.C., cause embarrassment to
Garry Bowes. Rec'd--7/ M.P., Prime Minister donor and U.S.
24/2008. Est. Value-- of Canada, Ottawa. Government.
$350.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Family......................... Various photos of His His Excellency Lee Non-acceptance would
Excellency and Mrs. Myung-bak, President cause embarrassment to
Lee Myung-bak with of the Republic of donor and U.S.
President and Mrs. Korea, Seoul. Government.
George H.W. Bush and
President and Mrs.
George W. Bush in a
digital frame and a
photo album, three
pieces of artwork
featuring President
and Mrs. Bush, and
several books about
Korean culture and
history. Rec'd--4/16/
2008. Est. Value--
$3,927.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
First Family......................... Artwork: 6\1/2\'' x 9'' His Holiness Pope Non-acceptance would
signed photo of Benedict XVI, Vatican cause embarrassment to
President and Mrs. City. donor and U.S.
Bush praying with His Government.
Holiness Pope Benedict
XVI in the Oval
Office; held in 11\1/
2\'' x 15'' sterling
silver frame with gold
Vatican coat of arms
and a hardcover book
titled ``The Basilica
of St. Peter in the
Vatican.'' Rec'd--6/13/
2008. Est. Value--
$1,210.00. Location--
Archives Foreign.
White House Staff Member. Abrams, Jewelry set including Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Elliott. men's and women's Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
diamond watches, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
diamond bracelet, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
earrings, cufflinks, the Kingdom of Saudi
and ring, and a Arabia.
Tiffany and Co. Atlas
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$14,600.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Abrams, Large brown robe lined Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Elliott. with wool. Rec'd--1/15/ Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
$550.00. Location-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Transferred to General the Kingdom of Saudi
Services Arabia.
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Abrams, Framed 10'' x 14'' Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Elliott. multicolored abstract Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
painting with Arabic Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
symbols. Rec'd--8/7/ Holy Mosques, King of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- the Kingdom of Saudi
$800.00. Location-- Arabia.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
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White House Staff Member. Abrams, 7'' gold vermeil statue His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Elliott. of a falcon on a Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
jasper stand. Rec'd--1/ Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
14/2008. Est. Value-- the United Arab Government.
$500.00. Location-- Emirates.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Ansley, Two E. Marinella silk His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Judith. scarves. Rec'd--6/12/ Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- of the Council of donor and U.S.
$490.00. Location-- Ministers of the Government.
Transferred to General Italian Republic.
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, Jewelry set including Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. men's and women's Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
diamond watches, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
diamond bracelet, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
earrings, cufflinks, the Kingdom of Saudi
and ring, and a Arabia.
Tiffany and Co. Atlas
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$10,225.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, Large black robe with Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. gold accents lined Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
with wool. Rec'd--1/15/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$550.00. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Transferred to General Arabia.
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, 64'' x 45'' Afghan wool His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. rug with burgundy, Hamid Karzai, cause embarrassment to
brown, blue and orange President of the donor and U.S.
repeating geometric Islamic Republic of Government.
patterns with 2'' Afghanistan.
beige fringe. Rec'd--5/
17/2008. Est. Value--
$480.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, 37'' x 58'' yellow and His Excellency Jalal Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. burgundy woven rug Talabani, President of cause embarrassment to
with floral design. the Republic of Iraq. donor and U.S.
Rec'd--12/14/2008. Government.
Est. Value--$1,800.00.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, Pair of black platinum His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. plated Delta pens with Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
ink and leather case. of the Council of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/12/2008. Est. Ministers of the Government.
Value--$480.00. Italian Republic.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, 7'' gold vermeil horse His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. on a green marble Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
stand. Rec'd--1/14/ Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- the United Arab Government.
$500.00. Location-- Emirates.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Bolten, 29'' x 41'' abstract His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Joshua B. multicolored painting Mohammed bin Rashid al- cause embarrassment to
of a man sitting; held Maktoum, Vice donor and U.S.
in a silver-tone President and Prime Government.
frame. Rec'd--8/7/ Minister of the United
2008. Est. Value-- Arab Emirates.
$2,500.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Jewelry set including a Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Edward. men's diamond watch, Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
diamond earrings, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
bracelet, cufflinks, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
and ring, and a the Kingdom of Saudi
Tiffany and Co. Atlas Arabia.
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$13,200.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
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White House Staff Member. Gillespie, 7'' x 4\1/2\'' x 2'' His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Edward. lapis box with stone Hamid Karzai, cause embarrassment to
floral design on President of the donor and U.S.
hinged lid. Rec'd--5/ Islamic Republic of Government.
17/2008. Est. Value-- Afghanistan.
$420.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Gillespie, Pair of black platinum His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Edward. plated Delta pens with Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
ink and leather case. of the Council of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/12/2008. Est. Ministers of the Government.
Value--$480.00. Italian Republic.
Location--Handled
pursuant to Secret
Service policy.
White House Staff Member. Gillespie, 5'' gold vermeil horse His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Edward. on a green marble Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
stand. Rec'd--1/14/ Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- the United Arab Government.
$350.00. Location-- Emirates.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, Jewelry set including Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Stephen. men's and women's Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
watches, diamond ring, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
bracelet, earrings, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
and cufflinks, and a the Kingdom of Saudi
Tiffany and Co. Atlas Arabia.
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$15,050.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, Clothing: Large brown Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Stephen. robe with gold accents Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
lined with wool; held Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
in a green and white Holy Mosques, King of Government.
trunk. Rec'd--1/15/ the Kingdom of Saudi
2008. Est. Value-- Arabia.
$550.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, 9'' sterling silver His Excellency Ali Non-acceptance would
Stephen. plate with blue and Babacan, Minister of cause embarrassment to
red floral design on Foreign Affairs and donor and U.S.
tile insert. Rec'd--6/ Chief EU Negotiator of Government.
5/2008. Est. Value-- the Republic of Turkey.
$602.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, 6\1/4\'' white octagon- His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Stephen. shaped inlaid jewelry Manmohan Singh, Prime cause embarrassment to
box with floral design Minister of the donor and U.S.
on the lid. Rec'd--9/ Republic of India. Government.
26/2008. Est. Value--
$390.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, Pair of black platinum His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Stephen. plated Delta pens with Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
ink and leather case. of the Council of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/12/2008. Est. Ministers of the Government.
Value--$480.00. Italian Republic.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, Black leather suitcase His Excellency Syed Non-acceptance would
Stephen. with combination Yousaf Raza Gillani, cause embarrassment to
locks. Rec'd--8/5/ Prime Minister of the donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Islamic Republic of Government.
$356.00. Location-- Pakistan.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, 8'' gold vermeil ram on His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Stephen. a green marble stand. Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--1/14/2008. Est. Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
Value--$650.00. the United Arab Government.
Location--Transferred Emirates.
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hadley, Framed 25'' x 31'' His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Stephen. painting of a building Mohammed bin Rashid al- cause embarrassment to
and a palm tree by the Maktoum, Vice donor and U.S.
beach. Rec'd--8/8/ President and Prime Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Minister of the United
$650.00. Location-- Arab Emirates.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
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White House Staff Member. Hadley, 14'' gold vermeil His Majesty Shaikh Non-acceptance would
Stephen. statue of a camel and Hamad Bin Isa Bin cause embarrassment to
two trees on a green Salman Al-Khalifa, donor and U.S.
marble base. Rec'd--3/ King of the Kingdom of Government.
26/2008. Est. Value-- Bahrain.
$1,500.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hagin, Joe. Jewelry set including a Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
men's and women's Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
watch, diamond Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
bracelet, earrings, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
cufflinks, and ring, the Kingdom of Saudi
and a Tiffany and Co. Arabia.
Atlas pen. Rec'd--1/14/
2008. Est. Value--
$10,290.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hagin, Joe. Large grey robe with Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
gold accents lined Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
with wool. Rec'd--1/15/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$550.00. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Transferred to General Arabia.
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hagin, Joe. Silver business card His Excellency Traian Non-acceptance would
holder, a book titled Basescu, President of cause embarrassment to
``Romania: Tourist Romania. donor and U.S.
Guide'' by Maria Government.
Pascaru, a black
leather attach[eacute]
case, and a set of
eight fabric art
prints featuring black
and white scenes of
Bucharest. Rec'd--4/2/
2008. Est. Value--
$389.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Hagin, Joe. 6'' gold vermeil horse His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
on a green marble Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
stand; held in a green Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
leather case. Rec'd--1/ the United Arab Government.
14/2008. Est. Value-- Emirates.
$500.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Jeffrey, 6\1/2\'' x 8'' His Excellency Edward Non-acceptance would
James. porcelain Nalbandian, Minister cause embarrassment to
Herm[egrave]s tray of Foreign Affairs of donor and U.S.
with multicolored the Republic of Government.
rococo patterns and Armenia.
blue and gold lining.
Rec'd--7/14/2008. Est.
Value--$600.00.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. LTG Lute, 69'' x 51'' Afghani rug His Excellency Abdul Non-acceptance would
Douglas. with diamond pattern Rahim Wardak, Minister cause embarrassment to
and burnt orange, of Defense of the donor and U.S.
beige, and maroon Islamic Republic of Government.
accents. Rec'd--2/17/ Afghanistan.
2008. Est. Value--
$1,000.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. LTG Lute, 48'' x 70'' Afghani rug His Excellency Abdul Non-acceptance would
Douglas. with diamond pattern Rahim Wardak, Minister cause embarrassment to
and burnt orange, of Defense of the donor and U.S.
beige, and maroon Islamic Republic of Government.
accents. Rec'd--5/9/ Afghanistan.
2008. Est. Value--
$480.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. McGurn, Eloga Wintime men's Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
William J. watch with 2 dials, Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
diamonds, and steel Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
strap. Rec'd--1/14/ Holy Mosques, King of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- the Kingdom of Saudi
$1,450.00. Location-- Arabia.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
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White House Staff Member. McGurn, Jewelry set with Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
William J. women's watch, diamond Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
cufflinks, earrings, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
bracelet, and ring, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
and a Tiffany and Co. the Kingdom of Saudi
Atlas pen. Rec'd--1/14/ Arabia.
2008. Est. Value--
$11,575.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. McGurn, Dark blue robe with Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
William J. black accents lined Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
with wool. Rec'd--1/15/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$550.00. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Transferred to General Arabia.
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. McGurn, 9'' gold vermeil statue His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
William J. of an Arab man with a Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
bird on a green Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
plastic stand. Rec'd-- the United Arab Government.
1/14/2008. Est. Value-- Emirates.
$400.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. McGurn, 7'' gold vermeil horse His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
William J. on a lapis stand. Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--1/14/2008. Est. Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
Value--$500.00. the United Arab Government.
Location--Transferred Emirates.
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Perino, Jewelry set including Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Dana. men's and women's Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
diamond watches, Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
diamond bracelet, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
earrings, cufflinks, the Kingdom of Saudi
and ring, and a Arabia.
Tiffany and Co. Atlas
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$14,625.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Perino, Wool-lined brown robe Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Dana. with pink accents and Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
a green shawl with Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
various designs. Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Rec'd--1/15/2008. Est. the Kingdom of Saudi
Value--$670.00. Arabia.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Perino, 7'' gold painted His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Dana. sterling silver statue Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
of a castle on a Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
maroon jasper stand; the United Arab Government.
held in a black Emirates.
leather case. Rec'd--1/
14/2008. Est. Value--
$500.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Price, Pair of black platinum His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
Daniel. plated Delta pens with Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
ink and leather case. of the Council of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/12/2008. Est. Ministers of the Government.
Value--$480.00 Italian Republic.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Ramchard, 4\1/2\'' silver bowl His Excellency Adel Al- Non-acceptance would
Nikhil N.. with Saudi Arabia coat Jubeir, Ambassador of cause embarrassment to
of arms. Rec'd--1/30/ the Kingdom of Saudi donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Arabia. Government.
$449.00 Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Rasmussen, Pasha de Cartier The Honorable Ali bin Non-acceptance would
Nicholas. ballpoint pen with Fetais al-Marri, cause embarrassment to
platinum finish. Attorney General of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--6/10/2008. Est. the State of Qatar. Government.
Value--$680.00.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
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White House Staff Member. Singh, Framed 9'' x 12'' His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Michael. multicolored abstract Mohammed bin Rashid al- cause embarrassment to
painting of various Maktoum, Vice donor and U.S.
geometric shapes. President and Prime Government.
Rec'd--8/8/2008. Est. Minister of the United
Value--$800.00. Arab Emirates.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Wainstein, A book titled ``The His Excellency Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Ken. Construction of Al Nasser Mohammad Al cause embarrassment to
Hashemi II: A Voyage Sabah, Prime Minister donor and U.S.
Through the History of of the State of Kuwait. Government.
Wooden Ships, A
Concise History of
Kuwait, The Art of
Making Traditional
Vessels,'' compiled by
Abdul Husain Mohammed
Rafie Marafie and a
small glass block with
Kuwait City etched in
the center. Rec'd--8/8/
2008. Est. Value--
$590.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administration.
White House Staff Member. Wainstein, 38'' silver sword; held The Honorable Ali bin Non-acceptance would
Ken. in a scabbard and Fetais al-Marri, cause embarrassment to
sword case. Rec'd--11/ Attorney General of donor and U.S.
10/2008. Est. Value-- the State of Qatar. Government.
$850.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Warwood, Silver Longines Grande His Excellency Ali Non-acceptance would
Jordan. Vitesse men's watch Fahad Falih al- cause embarrassment to
with three dials. Shahwany Al-Hajri, donor and U.S.
Rec'd--8/13/2008. Est. Ambassador of the Government.
Value--$2,350.00. State of Qatar.
Location--Transferred
to General Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Yanes, Raul Jewelry set including Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Philip Stein Teslar Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
men's and women's Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
watches, diamond Holy Mosques, King of Government.
cufflinks, ring, the Kingdom of Saudi
bracelet, and Arabia.
earrings, and a
Tiffany and Co. Atlas
pen. Rec'd--1/14/2008.
Est. Value--
$12,215.00. Location--
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Yanes, Raul Large grey robe lined Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
with wool, and a beige Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
shawl. Rec'd--1/15/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$600.00. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Transferred to General Arabia.
Services
Administrations.
White House Staff Member. Yanes, Raul 7'' gold vermeil statue His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
of a tree and horse on Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
a marble stand. Rec'd-- Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
1/14/2008 Est. Value-- the United Arab Government.
$500.00. Location-- Emirates.
Transferred to General
Services
Administrations.
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AGENCY: The White House, Office of the Vice President
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
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Vice President Dick Cheney........... Ten jars of Oscietra His Excellency Ilham Non-acceptance would
Caspian caviar Aliyev, President of cause embarrassment to
($2190); Tovuz cognac the Republic of donor and U.S.
($58); box of Azerbaijan. Government.
pomegranates ($210);
ten bottles of
pomegrante juice
($260); Rec'd--9/3/
2008. Est. Value--
$2,718.00. Location--
Disposition: Handled
pursuant to U.S.
Secret Service policy.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Photo album. Rec'd--9/3/ His Excellency Ilham Non-acceptance would
2008. Est. Value-- Aliyev, President of cause embarrassment to
$295.00. Location-- the Republic of donor and U.S.
Archives. Azerbaijan. Government.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Handmade silk His Excellency Ilham Non-acceptance would
Azerbaijan carpet. Aliyev, President of cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--9/3/2008. Est. the Republic of donor and U.S.
Value--$6,800. Azerbaijan. Government.
Location--Archives.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Six tea cups in gold His Excellency Ilham Non-acceptance would
and silver holders Aliyev, President of cause embarrassment to
($225); engraved the Republic of donor and U.S.
silver bracelet ($95); Azerbaijan. Government.
engraved silver belt
($300); Rec'd--9/3/
2008. Est. Value--
$620. Location--
Archives.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Preserved fruits and His Excellency Ilham Non-acceptance would
jellies. Rec'd--9/3/ Aliyev, President of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- the Republic of donor and U.S.
$120. Location-- Azerbaijan. Government.
Disposition: Handled
pursuant to U.S.
Secret Service policy.
Vice President Dick Cheney and Mrs. White linen embroidered His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
Lynne Cheney. men's shirt ($115); Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
wool wall hanging Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
($140); white linen of Ukraine. Government.
embroidered woman's
blouse and red beaded
necklace ($85); pair
of Ukrainian ceramic
dolls ($146); two
silver brooches in
wooden boxes ($150).
Rec'd--9/4/2008. Est.
Value--$636. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney and Mrs. Two bottles 1940 His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
Lynne Cheney. Massandra Golden Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
Collection Wine. Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
Rec'd--9/4/2008. Est. of Ukraine. Government.
Value--$256. Location--
Disposition: Handled
pursuant to U.S.
Secret Service policy.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Framed photograph His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
($55); three coffee Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
table books about Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
Ukraine ($195). Rec'd-- of Ukraine. Government.
9/4/2008. Est. Value--
$250. Location--
Archives.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Three Ukrainian His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
cookbooks. Rec'd--9/4/ Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value--$90. Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
Location--Retained. of Ukraine. Government.
Vice President's daughters and Seven copies of a His Excellency Viktor Non-acceptance would
grandchildren. Ukrainian children's Andriyovych cause embarrassment to
book ($105); six plush Yushchenko, President donor and U.S.
stuffed animals ($90); of Ukraine. Government.
three girls' blouses
($147); three boys'
shirts ($117); wooden
toy cart with horses
($111). Rec'd--9/4/
2008. Est. Value--
$570. Location--
Retained.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Five E. Marinella His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
neckties. Rec'd--11/17/ Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- of the Council of donor and U.S.
$675. Location-- Ministers of the Government.
Archives. Italian Republic.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Gold, malachite and Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
mother-of-pearl model Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
of the A.-Massmak Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
Fort, with gold Holy Mosques, King of Government.
vermeil plaque. Rec'd-- the Kingdom of Saudi
3/22/2008. Est. Value-- Arabia.
$8,000. Location--
Archives.
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Vice President Dick Cheney........... The King Abd-al-Aziz Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Sash (a large gold Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
vermeil medal on a Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
green ribbon sash, Holy Mosques, King of Government.
with two cloth lapel the Kingdom of Saudi
pins. Rec'd--3/22/ Arabia.
2008. Est. Value--
$450. Location--
Archives.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Two Samsung D880 Duo Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
cell phones. Rec'd--3/ Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
22/2008. Est. Value-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
$1,400. Location-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... 12 kg Saudi Arabian Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
dates ($264); large Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
box of milk chocolates Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
($250); four bottles Holy Mosques, King of Government.
of perfumed oils the Kingdom of Saudi
($96). Rec'd--3/22/ Arabia.
2008. Est. Value--
$610. Location--
Disposition: Handled
pursuant to U.S.
Secret Service policy.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Diamond and emerald Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
jewelry set. Rec'd--3/ Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
22/2008. Est. Value-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
$65,000. Location-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Two pairs of Dr. Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
Scholl's high heeled Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
clogs. Rec'd--3/22/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$300. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Archives. Arabia.
Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice Diamond and ruby Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
President's daughter. jewelry set. Rec'd--3/ Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
22/2008. Est. Value-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
$85,000. Location-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice Three pairs of Dr. Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
President's daughter. Scholl's high heeled Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
clogs. Rec'd--3/22/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$450. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Archives. Arabia.
David Addington, Chief of Staff to White gold and diamond Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
the Vice President. jewelry set. Rec'd--3/ Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
22/2008. Est. Value-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
$16,700. Location-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
John Hannah, Assistant to the Vice White gold, emerald and Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
President for National Security diamond jewelry set. Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
Affairs. Rec'd--3/22/2008. Est. Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
Value--$14,610. Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Location--Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
Samantha Ravich, Deputy Assistant to Gold jewelry set, with Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
the Vice President for National diamonds, quartz and Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
Security Affairs. kunzite stones. Rec'd-- Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
3/22/2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$9,425. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Archives. Arabia.
Robert Karem, Special Assistant to White gold, smoky Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
the Vice President for National quartz and diamond Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
Security Affairs. jewelry set. Rec'd--3/ Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
22/2008. Est. Value-- Holy Mosques, King of Government.
$10,250. Location-- the Kingdom of Saudi
Archives. Arabia.
Lea Anne Foster, Asst. to the Vice Gold vermeil and Abdullah bin Abd al- Non-acceptance would
President for Communications. diamond jewelry set. Aziz Al Saud, cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--3/22/2008. Est. Custodian of the Two donor and U.S.
Value--$15,350. Holy Mosques, King of Government.
Location--Archives. the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Ornate plate from the His Excellency Alli Non-acceptance would
Osmanli Collection. Babacan, Minister of cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--6/12/2008. Est. Foreign Affairs of the donor and U.S.
Value--$1,190. Republic of Turkey. Government.
Location--Archives.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Traditional Kurdish His Excellency Masoud Non-acceptance would
women's clothing-- Barzani, President of cause embarrassment to
vest, pants and the Kurdistan Regional donor and U.S.
overdress--with 21 Government. Government.
Karat gold necklace.
Rec'd--4/3/2008. Est.
Value--$5,175.
Location--Archives.
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Ms. Elizabeth Cheney, Vice Traditional Kurdish His Excellency Masoud Non-acceptance would
President's daughter. women's clothing-- Barzani, President of cause embarrassment to
vest, pants and the Kurdistan Regional donor and U.S.
overdress--with 21 Government. Government.
Karat gold necklace.
Rec'd--4/3/2008. Est.
Value--$5,175.
Location--Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Large cowskin nesting His Excellency Saqr Non-acceptance would
bowl. Rec'd--1/14/ Ghobash, Embassy of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- the United Arab donor and U.S.
$165. Location-- Emirates. Government.
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Gift basket of fruits, His Excellency Saqr Non-acceptance would
nuts, tea and Ghobash, Embassy of cause embarrassment to
chocolate. Rec'd--1/14/ the United Arab donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Emirates. Government.
$275. Location--
Disposition: Handled
pursuant to U.S.
Secret Service policy.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Twelve E. Marinella His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
neckties. Rec'd--10/15/ Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- of the Council of donor and U.S.
$1,620. Location-- Ministers of the Government.
Archives. Italian Republic.
Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Two E. Marinella His Excellency Silvio Non-acceptance would
neckscarves. Rec'd--10/ Berlusconi, President cause embarrassment to
15/2008. Est. Value-- of the Council of donor and U.S.
$500. Location-- Ministers of the Government.
Archives. Italian Republic.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Book with sculpted His Excellency Toomas Non-acceptance would
leather cover, Hendrik Ilves, cause embarrassment to
entitled Subbi, President of the donor and U.S.
Paintings of Olev Republic of Estonia. Government.
Subbi. Rec'd--4/24/
2008. Est. Value--
$2,000. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Brass candelabra His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
covered with lapis Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
lazuli. Rec'd--5/6/ the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- of Afghanistan. Government.
$500. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Wool carpet of Ghazni His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
Turkmen weave. Rec'd-- Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
5/6/2008. Est. Value-- the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
$1,200. Location-- of Afghanistan. Government.
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Wool carpet of His Excellency Abdul Non-acceptance would
Afghanistan origin. Khalili, Vice cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--4/24/2008. Est. President of the donor and U.S.
Value--$580. Location-- Islamic Republic of Government.
Archives. Afghanistan.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Book of Books, in His Excellency Ehud Non-acceptance would
Hebrew, with leather Olmert, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
cover, gilded pages, of Israel. donor and U.S.
in a slipcase; First Government.
Strike by Shlomo
Nakdiman. Rec'd--4/4/
2008. Est. Value--
$477. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Sterling silver tea His Majesty Sultan Non-acceptance would
set. Rec'd--4/3/2008. Qaboos Bin Said, cause embarrassment to
Est. Value--$1,000. Sultan of Oman. donor and U.S.
Location--Archives. Government.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Three catalogues from His Majesty Sultan Non-acceptance would
the Museum of Time Qaboos Bin Said, cause embarrassment to
Pieces at Qasr Al Sultan of Oman. donor and U.S.
Alam; DVD of Royal Government.
Equestrian and Camel
Festival. Rec'd--4/3/
2008. Est. Value--
$210. Location--
Retained.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Sterling silver His Excellency Jalal Non-acceptance would
sculpture of a palm Talabani, President of cause embarrassment to
tree. Rec'd--3/26/ Iraq. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$1,000. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Wooden inlaid candy His Excellency Jalal Non-acceptance would
box. Rec'd--3/26/2008. Talabani, President of cause embarrassment to
Est. Value--$50. Iraq. donor and U.S.
Location--Archives. Government.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Silk and wool Egyptian Field Marshal Hussein Non-acceptance would
carpet in the Isfahan Tantawi, Commander-in- cause embarrassment to
pattern. Rec'd--4/3/ Chief of the Egyptian donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Armed Forces. Government.
$1,050. Location--
Archives.
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Mrs. Lynne Cheney.................... Gold scarab bracelet Field Marshal Hussein Non-acceptance would
with three blue Tantawi, Commander-in- cause embarrassment to
stones. Rec'd--4/3/ Chief of the Egyptian donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Armed Forces. Government.
$750. Location--
Archives.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Framed print of the His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Gavrilo Pricip Bridge Bisera Turkovic, cause embarrassment to
in Sarajevo. Rec'd--1/ Ambassador of Bosnia & donor and U.S.
7/2008. Est. Value-- Herzegovina. Government.
$450. Location--
Archives.
David Addington, Chief of Staff to Small framed painting His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
the Vice President. of a Bosnian street Bisera Turkovic, cause embarrassment to
scene. Rec'd--1/7/ Ambassador of Bosnia & donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Herzegovina. Government.
$350. Location--
General Services
Administration.
Vice President Dick Cheney........... Framed antique map of His Excellency Yuriy Non-acceptance would
the Lithuanian region. Yekhanurov, Defense cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--9/26/2008. Est. Minister of Ukraine. donor and U.S.
Value--$420. Location-- Government.
Archives.
John Hannah, Assistant to the Vice Zilli necktie ($398); Qassim Abbas Daoud, Non-acceptance would
President for National Security Perry Ellis Parfum Council of cause embarrassment to
Affairs. ($109); Alpina Representatives United donor and U.S.
Chocolates ($108). Iraqi Alliance. Government.
Rec'd--2/5/2008. Est.
Value--$605. Location--
General Services
Administration.
John Hannah, Assistant to the Vice Wool carpet of His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
President for National Security Afghanistan origin. Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
Affairs. Rec'd--5/6/2008. Est. the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
Value--$790. Location-- of Afghanistan. Government.
General Services
Administration.
David Addington, Chief of Staff to Wool carpet of His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
the Vice President. Afghanistan origin. Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--5/6/2008. Est. the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
Value--$800. Location-- of Afghanistan. Government.
General Services
Administration.
Samantha Ravich, Deputy Asst. to the Wool carpet of His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
Vice President for National Security Afghanistan origin. Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
Affairs. Rec'd--5/6/2008. Est. the Islamic Republic donor and U.S.
Value--$800. Location-- of Afghanistan. Government.
General Services
Administration.
John Hannah, Assistant to the Vice Zilli necktie ($398); Sadiq al Rikabi, Iraqi Non-acceptance would
President for National Security Valentino necktie General Director for cause embarrassment to
Affairs. ($98). Rec'd--6/11/ External Relations. donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government
$496. Location--
General Services
Administration.
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AGENCY: Department of State
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
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The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Ceremonial His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United (traditional) robe in Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
States. velvet and wood chest Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
with gold decoration. Custodian of the Two Government.
Rec'd--January 13, Holy Mosques and King
2008. Est. Value-- of the Kingdom of
$850.00. Location-- Saudi Arabia.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Pearl choker. Rec'd-- Ms. Benita Ferrero- Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United November 9, 2008. Est. Waldner, Member of the cause embarrassment to
States. Value--$1,400.00. European Commission donor and U.S.
Location--Pending External Relations and Government.
Transfer to General Neighborhood Policy.
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Painting of Khobe His Excellency Samuel Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Indian woman from Lewis Navarro, First cause embarrassment to
States. Chiriqui, Panama. Vice-President and donor and U.S.
Rec'd--December 9, Foreign Minister of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- the Republic of Panama.
$440.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
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The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. 2 framed political The Right Honorable Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United cartoons (and binder David Miliband, cause embarrassment to
States. explaining Secretary of State for donor and U.S.
significance of items) Foreign and Government.
2. jersey with Commonwealth Affairs
Secretary Rice's name of the United Kingdom.
on back 3. 4 classical
music CDs. Rec'd--
December 8, 2008. Est.
Value--$388.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Framed picture made of His Excellency Dai Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United silk fabric strings in Bingguo, State cause embarrassment to
States. design of flowers. Councilor of the donor and U.S.
Rec'd--December 12, People's Republic of Government.
2008. Est. Value-- China.
$440.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Book--Prince Mohamed His Excellency Bandar Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Bolkiah, Time and the Seri Begawan, Minister cause embarrassment to
States. River, a Memoir-- of Foreign Affairs and donor and U.S.
signed with dedication Trade of Brunei Government.
2. Gold coin with Darussalam.
picture of Sultan Haji
Hassanal Bolkiah.
Rec'd--December 14,
2008. Est. Value--
$895.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Lalique crystal perfume His Excellency Bernard Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United bottle. Rec'd--June Kouchner, Minister of cause embarrassment to
States. 12, 2008. Est. Value-- Foreign Affairs of the donor and U.S.
$878.00. Location-- French Republic. Government.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Ornate glass (crystal) His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United perfume decanter with Herv[eacute] Morin, cause embarrassment to
States. frosted floral detail Minister of Defense of donor and U.S.
from the ``Crystal de the French Republic. Government.
Sevres'' company in
France. Rec'd--January
31, 2008. Est. Value--
$385.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Necklace--single pearl His Excellency Takeo Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United on black cord. Rec'd-- Kawamura, Chief cause embarrassment to
States. February 27, 2008. Cabinet Secretary of donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$520.00. Japan. Government.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Diamond ring in wood Colonel Muammar Abu Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United box 2. DVD with Minyar al-Qadhafi, cause embarrassment to
States. musical instrument 3. Leader of the donor and U.S.
Locket with Qadhafi's Revolution of the Government.
photo. Rec'd-- Great Socialist
September 5, 2008. People's Libyan Arab
Est. Value-- Jamahiriya.
$212,225.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Decorative silver His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United plated and coral boat Abdelaziz Bouteflika, cause embarrassment to
States. in leather display President of the donor and U.S.
case. Rec'd--September People's Democratic Government.
6, 2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Algeria.
$360.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Heavy metal (bronze) His Excellency Blaise Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United statue of a woman. Compaor[eacute], cause embarrassment to
States. Rec'd--July 15, 2008. President of Burkina donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$585.00. Faso. Government.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Sabre with brass hilt His Excellency Lech Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United and leather handgrip; Kaczynski, President cause embarrassment to
States. sheath has a of the Republic of donor and U.S.
dedication plaque to Poland on behalf of Government.
Secretary Rice. Rec'd-- the People of Poland.
August 20, 2008. Est.
Value--$400.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
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The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Watercolor of Secretary His Excellency Yang Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Rice. Rec'd--June 29, Jiechi, Minister of cause embarrassment to
States. 2008. Est. Value-- Foreign Affairs of the donor and U.S.
$1,200.00. Location-- People's Republic of Government.
Pending Transfer to China.
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Painting of old house His Excellency Sergei Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United by Pavel Mitkov. Stanishev, Prime cause embarrassment to
States. Rec'd--July 9, 2008. Minister of the donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$900.00. Republic of Bulgaria. Government.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, China tea set--teapot, His Excellency Karel Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United mugs and saucers. Schwarzenberg, cause embarrassment to
States. Rec'd--July 8, 2008. Minister of Foreign donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$680.00. Affairs of the Czech Government.
Location--Pending Republic.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Framed figure of His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Princess Olha and Volodymyr Ohryzko, cause embarrassment to
States. medals. Rec'd--April Minister of Foreign donor and U.S.
1, 2008. Est. Value-- Affairs of Ukraine. Government.
$520.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 18k yellow gold Her Excellency Olubanke Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Liberian `` V'' King-Akerele, Minister cause embarrassment to
States. Bracelet. Rec'd-- of Foreign Affairs of donor and U.S.
February 19, 2008. the Republic of Government.
Est. Value--$420.00. Liberia.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 18k yellow gold Field Marshall Mohamed Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United filigree bracelet with Hussein Tantawi, cause embarrassment to
States. scarab design. Rec'd-- Commander in Chief of donor and U.S.
March 25, 2008. Est. the Egyptian Armed Government.
Value--$950.00. Forces of the Arab
Location--Pending Republic of Egypt.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 18k yellow gold His Excellency John Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United neckace, bracelet, and Agyekum Kufuor, cause embarrassment to
States. earrings with Andrinka President of the donor and U.S.
symbols of Ghana. Republic of Ghana. Government.
Rec'd--February 20,
2008. Est. Value--
$2,250.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Gold, diamond and His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United saphire set with Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
States. necklace, ring, Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
bracelet and earrings Custodian of the Two Government.
2. Ceremonial robe and Holy Mosques and King
scarf (red and blue). of the Kingdom of
Rec'd--January 14, Saudi Arabia.
2008. Est. Value--
$230,145.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Book: `` Museum of His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Historical Treasures Volodymyr Ohryzko, cause embarrassment to
States. of Ukraine'' 2. `` Minister of Foreign donor and U.S.
Scythian Gold'' framed Affairs of Ukraine. Government.
pictorials in gold of
ancient history of
Ukraine. Rec'd--
September 22, 2008.
Est. Value--$415.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Plaque from the 2008 Unknown Foreign Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Olympics--5 gold- Government Official, cause embarrassment to
States. plated Olympic People's Republic of donor and U.S.
mascots, limited China. Government.
edition 22,470 of 50,000.
Rec'd--January 1,
2008. Est. Value--
$1,000.00.
Disposition--Permissio
n to Retain for
official use only.
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The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Framed picture of trees Her Excellency Yuliya Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United on hillside Volodymyrivna cause embarrassment to
States. surrounding stream Tymoshenko, Prime donor and U.S.
made of amber and Minister of Ukraine. Government.
quartz. Rec'd--
September 29, 2008.
Est. Value--$385.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. 1 Bottle (2.5 fl oz) His Excellency Edward Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United of Guerlain perfume Nalbandian, Minister cause embarrassment to
States. with sprayer 2. of Foreign Affairs of donor and U.S.
porcelain dish by the Republic of Government.
Hermes. Rec'd--July Armenia.
14, 2008. Est. Value--
$1,120.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 3 screen picture frame His Excellency Pranab Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United with Indian art. Kumar Mukherjee, cause embarrassment to
States. Rec'd--March 24, 2008. Minister of External donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$365.00. Affairs of the Government.
Location--Pending Republic of India.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Gold arched building His Majesty King Hamad Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United with clock, entitled Bin Isa Bin Salman Al- cause embarrassment to
States. ``Babel Bahrain''. Khalifa, King of the donor and U.S.
Rec'd--March 24, 2008. Kingdom of Bahrain. Government.
Est. Value--$940.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Tan and grey bowl His Majesty King Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United with leaf design Abdullah II bin Al cause embarrassment to
States. signed by artist at Hussein, King of the donor and U.S.
bottom 2. Larger tan Hashemite Kingdom of Government.
and grey bowl with Jordan.
leaf design signed by
artist at bottom--
arrived BROKEN. Rec'd--
November 5, 2008. Est.
Value--$570.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Leather presentation His Majesty and Her Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United box with (1) glass Majesty King Abdullah cause embarrassment to
States. candle votive with and Queen Rania, King donor and U.S.
mother-of-pearl and and Queen of the Government.
tooled leather decor, Hashemite Kingdom of
(2) mother-of-pearl Jordan.
photo frame, (3)
candle holder (4)
leather desk
decorations. Rec'd--
January 16, 2008. Est.
Value--$425.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Rug 36 x His Excellency Rehman Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United 60 in green Malik, Minister of cause embarrassment to
States. bag. Rec'd--October Interior of the donor and U.S.
24, 2008. Est. Value-- Islamic Republic of Government.
$350.00. Location-- Pakistan.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Framed carpet (probably His Excellency Sayyed Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United silk on wool), autumn Abdul Aziz Al-Hakim, cause embarrassment to
States. landscape with trees Chairman of the donor and U.S.
on the sides, path in Supreme Council for Government.
the middle--approx Islamic Revolution in
3.5' x 2.5'. Rec'd-- Iraq.
January 15, 2008. Est.
Value--$550.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Statue of a golden His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United eagle on a marble Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
States. stone slab, received Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
with damage to the the United Arab Government.
base. Rec'd--January Emirates.
13, 2007. Est. Value--
$1,850.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
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The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Painting by Hussein His Excellency Abdullah Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Sherif in black bin Zayed, Foreign cause embarrassment to
States. leather case, 19 x 12.5. Rec'd--July 21,
2008. Est. Value--
$780.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Abstract painting. His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United Rec'd--August 8, 2008. bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
States. Est. Value--$6,400.00. Vice President and donor and U.S.
Location--Pending Prime Minister of the Government.
Transfer to General United Arab Emirates
Services and Ruler of Dubai.
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Moroccan pottery His Excellency Abbas El Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United plate and bowl set 2. Fassi, Prime Minister cause embarrassment to
States. Book on Marrakech. of the Kingdom of donor and U.S.
Rec'd--September 6, Morocco. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$380.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, Replica of a gold cup His Excellency Mikheil Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United found in Trialeti, Saakashvili, President cause embarrassment to
States. village Tsalkaddoring of Georgia. donor and U.S.
excavations dated Government.
XVIII-XVII B.C. Rec'd--
March 19, 2008. Est.
Value--$590.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Silver and aromatic- His Excellency Zine El- Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United wood ornamental vessel Abidine Ben Ali, cause embarrassment to
States. 2. Silver and aromatic- President of the donor and U.S.
wood perfume bottle- Republic of Tunisia. Government.
shaped table ornament.
Rec'd--September 6,
2008. Est. Value--
$625.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1. Jeweled chalase His Excellency Mikheil Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United (gold cup) inside Saakashvili, President cause embarrassment to
States. wooden box. 2. of Georgia. donor and U.S.
Tbilivno--special Government.
reserve wine. 3.
Sarajishvili--Georgian
Cognac. Rec'd--July 9,
2008. Est. Value--
$360.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice, 1: Bottle of fragrance His Excellency Badr Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State of the United for women--Eau de Hamad Hamood Al- cause embarrassment to
States. Parfum ``Amouge Busaidi, Secretary donor and U.S.
Lyric''. 2: Bottle of General and Minister Government.
fragrance for men of Foreign Affairs of
``Amouge Lyric''. the Sultanate of Oman.
Rec'd--October 6,
2008. Est. Value--
$510.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, Chief Gold-plated camel and His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
of Protocol. man walking in water, Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
gold waves on tap of 4 Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
sacks on camel back the United Arab Government.
with molded faux Emirates.
marble/green plastic
base. Rec'd--January
2, 2008. Est. Value--
$880.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Michele Sison, U.S. Gold-plated figure of His Highness Sheikh Non-acceptance would
Ambassador to the United Arab kneeling boy holding Khalifa bin Zayed Al cause embarrassment to
Emirates. onto standing goat Nahyan, President of donor and U.S.
with head lowered, on the United Arab Government.
faux marble green Emirates.
plastic base. Rec'd--
January 2, 2008. Est.
Value--$800.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
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The Honorable Ford Fraker, U.S. (1) His and Hers black His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. and white watches (2) Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
silver cufflinks (3) Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
diamond earrings, Custodian of the Two Government.
lattice bracelet, and Holy Mosques and King
ring set (4) silver of the Kingdom of
pen with diamonds. Saudi Arabia.
Rec'd--January 14,
2008. Est. Value--
$45,000.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., Bronze `` ding'' a His Excellency Dai Non-acceptance would
U.S. Ambassador to the People's vessel used in ancient Bingguo, State cause embarrassment to
Republic of China. China, approximately Councilor of the donor and U.S.
10 pounds. Rec'd-- People's Republic of Government.
October 21, 2008. Est. China.
Value--$400.00.
Disposition--Permissio
n to Retain for
official use only.
The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, Chief 1: Robe; silk with His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
of Protocol. paisley design in red Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
and ivory, bancs of Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
goldwrapped thread, Custodian of the Two Government.
lined in golden yellow Holy Mosques and King
cat-type fur 2: Shawl; of the Kingdom of
wool, 5-petal Saudi Arabia.
rosettes, beige and
maroon; both held in
red and white velour
box with 2 combo
locks. Rec'd--January
1, 2008. Est. Value--
$2,510.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Peter Coneway, U.S. $2,700 Swiss Francs in His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Ambassador to Switzerland. cash. Rec'd--November Francesco Canalini, cause embarrassment to
19, 2008. Est. Value-- Apostolic Nuncio of donor and U.S.
$2,464.34. Location-- the Holy See. Government.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
Bryan Langley, Assistant Chief of Rolex watch style His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
Protocol. M499314 bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
116000-70200. Rec'd-- Vice President and donor and U.S.
August 29, 2008. Est. Prime Minister of the Government.
Value--$3,750.00. United Arab Emirates
Location--Pending and Ruler of Dubai.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable David Welch, Assistant 1. Green leather His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State for Near Eastern briefcase 2. silver Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
Affairs. pen with diamonds 3. Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
silver cufflinks 4. Custodian of the Two Government.
ladies' watch with Holy Mosques and King
blue face and band 5. of the Kingdom of
men's watch with white Saudi Arabia.
face 6. Sapphire and
diamond set of
earrings, bracelet and
ring. Rec'd--January
14, 2008. Est. Value--
$45,000.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Sean McCormack, Men's watch, RADO brand Colonel Muammar Abu Non-acceptance would
Assistant Secretary of State for with small likeness of Minyar al-Qadhafi, cause embarrassment to
Public Affairs and Department Qadhafi's face on Leader of the donor and U.S.
Spokesman. watch face. Rec'd-- Revolution of the Government.
September 4, 2008. Great Socialist
Est. Value--$800.00. People's Libyan Arab
Location--Pending Jamahiriya.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
The Honorable Nancy G. Brinker, Chief (1) His and Hers His Royal Highness Non-acceptance would
of Protocol. watches (2) emerald Abdullah bin Abd al- cause embarrassment to
and diamond bracelet, Aziz Al Saud, donor and U.S.
earrings, and ring set Custodian of the Two Government.
(3) cufflinks with Holy Mosques and King
onyx (4) Tiffany's of the Kingdom of
pen. Rec'd--January Saudi Arabia.
14, 2008. Est. Value--
$65,000.00. Location--
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
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The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., Traditional Chinese Mr. Lu Chang Cheng, Non-acceptance would
U.S. Ambassador to the People's small clay teapot Director General of cause embarrassment to
Republic of China. produced by artist. the Public Security donor and U.S.
Rec'd--September 22, Bureau of Beijing Government.
2008. Est. Value-- Capital International
$1,857.00. Airport.
Disposition--Permissio
n to Retain for
official use only.
The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., Traditional rug, His Excellency Ahmad Non-acceptance would
U.S. Ambassador to the People's approximately 3x5 Eklil Hakimi, cause embarrassment to
Republic of China. feet, red with colored Ambassador of donor and U.S.
pattern. Rec'd-- Afghanistan to China. Government.
October 10, 2008. Est.
Value--$500.00.
Disposition--Permissio
n to Retain for
official use only.
Jess Baily, U.S. Team Leader, Erbil 6.1 x 4.2 foot silk His Excellency Non-acceptance would
Regional Reconstruction Team in Iraq. carpet of Iranian Nechervan Idris cause embarrassment to
origin. Rec'd--June Barzani, Prime donor and U.S.
23, 2008. Est. Value-- Minister of the Government.
$1,900.00. Location-- Kurdistan Regional
Transfer to General Government in Erbil,
Services Iraq.
Administration.
The Honorable David Hale, U.S. One Audemars Piguet His Majesty Abdullah II Non-acceptance would
Ambassador to Jordan. Royal Oak Jumbo watch bin al Hussein, King cause embarrassment to
with steel bracelet of the Hashemite donor and U.S.
and white dial. Rec'd-- Kingdom of Jordan. Government.
February 7, 2008. Est.
Value--$12,500.00.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Tatum Fraites, Intern in the Office Women's silver TagHeuer His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
of the Chief of Protocol. watch with pink face, bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
``Aqua Pacer'' Vice President and donor and U.S.
REC3082. Rec'd-- Prime Minister of the Government.
September 3, 2008. United Arab Emirates
Est. Value--$2,600.00. and Ruler of Dubai.
Location--Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Veronica Ruano, Protocol Officer..... Women's silver TagHeuer His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
watch-- ``Aqua Pacer'' bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
ERM9625. Rec'd--August Vice President and donor and U.S.
26, 2008. Est. Value-- Prime Minister of the Government.
$1,500.00. Location-- United Arab Emirates
Pending Transfer to and Ruler of Dubai.
General Services
Administration.
Thomas Rathburn, Budget Analyst for Men's TagHeuer Watch-- His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
Office of the Chief of Protocol. silver with black bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
face. Rec'd--August Vice President and donor and U.S.
29, 2008. Est. Value-- Prime Minister of the Government.
$3,400.00. Location-- United Arab Emirates
Pending Transfer to and Ruler of Dubai.
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable David Hale, U.S. One MTM Special Ops His Majesty King Non-acceptance would
Ambassador to Jordan. Black Predator Abdullah II bin al cause embarrassment to
Military watch. Rec'd-- Hussein, King of the donor and U.S.
July 2, 2008. Est. Hashemite Kingdom of Government.
Value--$450.00. Jordan and His
Location--Pending Excellency Prince
Transfer to General Faisal Al Fayez,
Services Minister of the Royal
Administration. Court of the Hashemite
Kingdom of Jordan.
The Honorable Goli Ameri, Assistant Synthetic, red and His Excellency Bahram Non-acceptance would
Secretary of State for Educational yellow Persian Rug, 4 Aksharzaden, President cause embarrassment to
and Cultural Affairs. x 6 feet. Rec'd--July of the Islamic donor and U.S.
17, 2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Iran Government
$340.00. Location-- Weightlifting
Pending Transfer to Federation, Iranian
General Services Ministry of Sport.
Administration.
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AGENCY: Central Intelligence Agency
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, Sword with a copper and 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
Director. brass hilt in a cause embarrassment to
leather scabbard. donor and U.S.
Rec'd--1/18/2008. Est. Government.
Value--$400.00.
Location--To be
retained for official
display in appropriate
office space.
The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, Enamel and gilt sword 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
Director. with scabbard cause embarrassment to
scimitar. Rec'd--3/12/ donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$500.00. Location--To
be retained for
official display in
appropriate office
space.
The Honorable Michael V. Hayden, Brass and green enamel 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
Director. model of a building, cause embarrassment to
mounted on a green donor and U.S.
marble base. Rec'd--6/ Government.
9/2008. Est. Value--
$400.00. Location--To
be retained for
official display in
appropriate office
space.
Mr. Stephen R. Kappes, Deputy Gold plated replica of 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
Director. a building on a green cause embarrassment to
leather plinth. Rec'd-- donor and U.S.
12/17/2008. Est. Government.
Value--$400.00.
Location--To be
retained for official
display in appropriate
office space.
An Agency Employee................... Silk rug, 6 feet by 4 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
feet, red and navy cause embarrassment to
with zig zag border. donor and U.S.
Rec'd--9/28/2007. Est. Government.
Value--$500.00.
Location--To be
retained for official
display in appropriate
office space.
An Agency Employee................... Silk rug, 6 feet by 4 5 U.S.C. 7342(f)(4).... Non-acceptance would
feet, red and navy cause embarrassment to
with zig zag border. donor and U.S.
Rec'd--9/28/2007. Est. Government.
Value--$500.00.
Location--To be
retained for official
display in appropriate
office space.
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AGENCY: Department of Air Force
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Colonel Martin J. Schans, Commander, Gentlemen's Rolex Date Major General Mohhamed Non-acceptance would
47th Operations Group Laughlin AFB, Just Watch. Rec'd--7/ Al-Ayeesh, Deputy cause embarrassment to
TX. 29/2007. Est. Value-- Commander, Royal Saudi donor and U.S.
$4,403.00. Location-- Air Force. Government.
Transferred to GSA on
23 April 2008.
Major General Vern M. Dindley II, Fendi (Swiss) Automatic Major General Muhammad Non-acceptance would
Director, Strategy, Plans and Policy Wristwatch. Rec'd--1/ Sowaidan Al Gimzy, cause embarrassment to
United States Central Command 16/2008. Est. Value-- Chairman of Defense donor and U.S.
(USCENTCOM), MacDill AFB, FL. $895.00. Location-- Representative, United Government.
Transferred to GSA on Arab Emirates.
23 April 2008.
Colonel Daniel Charchian, Chief, Air Raymond Weil Tango Lieutenant General Al- Non-acceptance would
Force Division, United States Wristwatch. Rec'd--9/3/ Faisal, Commander, cause embarrassment to
Military Training Mission to Saudi 2008. Est. Value-- Royal Saudi Air Force, donor and U.S.
Arabia (USMTM), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. $695.50. Location-- Kingdom of Saudi Government.
Transferred to GSA on Arabia.
15 October 2008.
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Colonel Frank E. Fields, Commander, Grovana Wristwatch Maj Gen Hamed Bin Ali Non-acceptance would
437th Operations Group, Charleston, ($419); Givenchy Al-Attiyah, Chief of cause embarrassment to
SC. Wallet ($250); Angel Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
Schlessor Cologne for Armed Forces. Government.
Men, 50 ml ($55).
Rec'd--1/1/2008. Est.
Value--$724.00.
Location--Transferred
to GSA on 15 October
2008.
Colonel Frank E. Jones, 437th Mission TechnoMarine Wristwatch Major General Hamed Bin Non-acceptance would
Support Group Commander, Charleston, ($617); Givenchy Ali Al-Attiyah, Chief cause embarrassment to
SC. Wallet ($250); JBR of Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
Wallet ($250); Angel Armed Forces. Government.
Schlessor Cologne for
Men, 50 ml ($55).
Rec'd--1/1/2008. Est.
Value--$2,172.00.
Location--Transferred
to GSA on 15 October
2008.
Colonel Donnalee Sykes, 437th Medical TechnoMarine Wristwatch Major General Hamed Bin Non-acceptance would
Group, Charleston, SC. ($617); Givenchy Ali Al-Attiyah, Chief cause embarrassment to
Wallet ($250); of Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
Givenchy Very Armed Forces. Government.
Irresistible Cologne
for Men ($64). Rec'd--
1/1/2008. Est. Value--
$931.00. Location--
Transferred to GSA on
15 October 2008.
Mr. Norman Moore, Deputy Commander, TechnoMarine Wristwatch Major General Hamed Bin Non-acceptance would
437th Maintenance Group, Charleston, ($578); Givenchy Ali Al-Attiyah, Chief cause embarrassment to
SC. Wallet ($250). Rec'd-- of Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
1/1/2008. Est. Value-- Armed Forces. Government.
$828.00. Location--
Transferred to GSA on
15 October 2008.
Lieutenant Colonel Leon Strickland, Concord Saratoga Ladies Major General Hamed Bin Non-acceptance would
16th Airlift Squadron, Qatar Visit Watch ($649); Givenchy Ali Al-Attiyah, Chief cause embarrassment to
Project Officer, Charleston, SC. Very Irresistible for of Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
Men ($64). Rec'd--1/1/ Armed Forces. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$649.00. Location--
Transferred to GSA on
15 October 2008.
Lieutenant Colonel Leon Strickland, Concord Saratoga Ladies Major General Hamed Bin Non-acceptance would
16th Airlift Squadron, Qatar Visit Watch ($649); Givenchy Ali Al-Attiyah, Chief cause embarrassment to
Project Officer, Charleston, SC. Very Irresistible for of Staff for the Qatar donor and U.S.
Men ($64). Rec'd--1/1/ Armed Forces. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$649.00. Location--
Transferred to GSA on
15 October 2008.
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AGENCY: Department of Commerce
[Report of Travel]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
James Mayfield, Commercial Officer, Hotel Lodging. Rec'd-- Sam Lei, Senior Manager Non-acceptance would
International Trade Administration October 22--23, 2008. of Promotional cause embarrassment to
(ITA). Est. Value--$438.00. Activities Dept, donor and U.S.
Institute de Promocao Government.
do Comercio e do
Investimento de Macau
(IPIM).
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AGENCY: Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Major General Martin Post, Deputy Momo Design Pilot Sheikh Tariq Khalaf Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Multi National Watch--MD-064. Rec'd-- Abdullah Halbusi. He cause embarrassment to
Force-West (I Marine Expeditionary 1/25/2008. Est. Value-- is Iraqi, but lives in donor and U.S.
Force (Forward) [I MEF (Fwd)]). $900.00. Location-- Amman, Jordan. Government.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
Major General John F. Kelly, Formex Watch. Rec'd--6/ Sheikh Jassim Muhammad Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Multi National 1/2008. Est. Value-- Saleh al-Suwaydawie, cause embarrassment to
Force-West (I Marine Expeditionary $1,995. Location-- Province, Iraq. donor and U.S.
Force (Forward) [I MEF (Fwd)]). Pending Transfer to Government.
General Services
Administration.
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AGENCY: Department of Education
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Margaret Spellings, Oil painting of desert His Excellency Minister Non-acceptance would
Secretary of Education. outpost by Hussein Hanif Hassan, Minister cause embarrassment to
Sherif, UAE, size of Education of the donor and U.S.
40x50. Rec'd--6/4/ United Arab Emirates. Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$1,361.26. Location--
Pending Transfer to
GSA.
The Honorable Margaret Spellings, Cartier ball point pen. His Excellency Yousef Non-acceptance would
Secretary of Education. Rec'd--1/2/2008. Est. Al Otaiba, Ambassador cause embarrassment to
Value--$345.00. of the United Arab donor and U.S.
Location--Pending Emirates. Government.
Transfer to GSA.
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AGENCY: Department of the Navy
[Report of Travel]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Rear Admiral Nevin P. Carr, Jr., U.S. Expended for commercial Rear Admiral Jacques Non-acceptance would
Navy, Deputy Assistant Secretary of air transportation Cousguer, Director of cause embarrassment to
Navy (International Programs)/ from Paris, France to Naval Systems donor and U.S.
Director, Navy International Toulon, France and Technical Expertise Government.
Programs Office. return. Rec'd--10/27/ Directorate Delegation
2008. Est. Value-- Generale Pour
$486.00. L'Armament (DGA);
Paris, France.
Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) Expended for commercial Rear Admiral Jacques Non-acceptance would
Stephen W. Hedrick, U.S. Navy, Aide air transportation Cousguer, Director of cause embarrassment to
to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of from Paris, France to Naval Systems donor and U.S.
the Navy International Programs/ Toulon, France and Technical Expertise Government.
Director, Navy International return. Rec'd--10/27/ Directorate Delegation
Programs Office. 2008. Est. Value-- Generale Pour
$486.00. L'Armament (DGA);
Paris, France.
Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging in Admiral Paolo La Rosa, Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Venice, Italy. Rec'd-- Chief of Staff, cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. 10/14-17/2008. Est. Italian Navy. donor and U.S.
Value--$3,429.47. Government.
Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging His Majesty Shaikh Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, and meals in Bahrain. Hamad Bin Isa Bin cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. Rec'd--1/22/2008. Est. Salman Al-Khalifa, donor and U.S.
Value--$916.30. King of the Kingdom of Government
Bahrain.
Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging in General Dimitrios Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Greece. Rec'd--4/2-3/ Grapas, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. 2008. Est. Value-- Hellinic National donor and U.S.
$17,939.80. Defense General Staff. Government.
Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging in Major General Josip Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Brijuli Island, Lucic, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. Croatia. Rec'd--10/25- Defense, Croatia. donor and U.S.
27/2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$3,166.00.
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Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging in His Excellency Zoran Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Ohrid, Macedonia. Konjanovski, Minister cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. Rec'd--10/7-9/2008. of Defense of the donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$820.00. Republic of Macedonia. Government.
Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, U.S. Expended for lodging in Lieutenant General Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Ljublijana. Slovenia. (LTG) Albin Gutman, cause embarrassment to
Europe and accompanying staff. Rec'd--12/16-17/2008. Chief of Defense donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$1,044.00. General Staff for Government.
Slovenia.
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AGENCY: Department of the Army
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Major General Benjamin Mixon, Quom Medallion design Prime Minister Barzani, Non-acceptance would
Commanding General 25th Infantry rug, silk pile on silk Kurdish Region, Iraq. cause embarrassment to
Division. foundation, 6'4'' x donor and U.S.
9'9''. Rec'd--8/30/ Government.
2007. Est. Value--
$8,500.00.
Disposition--Tropic
Lightning Museum, 25th
Infantry Division,
Fort Shafter, HI for
Official Use.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Etienne Aigner designer Major General Duail Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. silver and horseshoe- Slaman Al Khalifa, cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land shaped MEN's watch Chief of Staff, donor and U.S.
Component Command. ($900); Etienne Aigner Bahrain Defense Forces. Government.
designer silver and
horseshoe-shaped
WOMEN's watch ($900).
Rec'd--10/2007. Est.
Value--$1,800.00.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. (1) Etienne Aigner Unknown Kuwait Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. designer watch A19211 Government Official. cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land ($305); (2) Givenchy donor and U.S.
Component Command. pale pink leather Government.
woman's wallet ($200).
Rec'd--10/2007. Est.
Value--$505.00.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Christian Dior silver Brigadier General Fahed Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. band, gold face Al-Qyarain, Land cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land woman's watch. Rec'd-- Forces Commander, donor and U.S.
Component Command. 2006. Est. Value-- Qatar. Government.
$500.00. Disposition--
Turned in to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Christian Dior silver Brigadier General Fahed Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. band, square face Al-Qyarain, Land cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land man's watch. Rec'd--6/ Forces Commander, donor and U.S.
Component Command. 26/2007. Est. Value-- Qatar. Government.
$600.00. Disposition--
Turned in to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Murex silver with round Unknown Qatar Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. face man's watch. Government Official. cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Rec'd--2007. Est. donor and U.S.
Component Command. Value--$350.00. Government.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Breitling silver with Unknown Qatar Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. oversized face man's Government Official. cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land watch. Rec'd--2007. donor and U.S.
Component Command. Est. Value--$3,000.00. Government.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Lieutenant General Steven R. De-milled cased AK 47. Major General Al-Kabe, Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. Rec'd--10/1/2007. Est. United Arab Emirates. cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land Value--$795.00. donor and U.S.
Component Command. Location--Headquarters Government.
Third Army/U.S. Army
Central/Coalition
Forces Land Component
Command APO AE 09306
for Official Use.
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Major General Mark P. Hertling, Pamshal Factory Carpet, Lieutenant General P.K. Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Multi-National 200 cm x 300 cm. Sing, Para Vishisht cause embarrassment to
Division-North. Rec'd--4/10/2008. Est. Seva Medal, Ati donor and U.S.
Value--$600.00. Vishist Seva Meda, Government.
Location--Location: General Officer
Freedom Rest-North Commanding-in-Chief.
Facility, 1st Armored H2 South Western
Division, Multi- Command of the
National Division- Republic of Indonesia.
North, Contingency
Operating Base
Speicher, Tikrit,
Iraq, APO AE 09393 for
Official Use.
Brigadier General Vincent K. Brooks, Handmade floral area Sheik Umar al-Jubur, Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General (Support), rug, 7' x 10'. Rec'd-- Advisor to Iraqi Vice cause embarrassment to
Multi-National Division Baghdad and 11/20/2007. Est. President Tariq al- donor and U.S.
1st Cavalry Division. Value--$1,000.00. Hashimi. Government.
Location--Location:
1st Cavalry Division
Command Group's
Headquarters, Iraq for
Official Use.
Major General Peter M. Vangjel, Longines Presence Major Saeed, Field Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, United States watch, model Artillery, Army, cause embarrassment to
Fires Center of Excellence and Fort L4.720.4.12.6. Rec'd-- United Arab Emirates. donor and U.S.
Sill. 8/7/2008. Est. Value-- Government.
$750.00. Location--
Location: Snow Hall,
U.S. Army Field
Artillery School, 1210
NW Schimmelpfennig
Road, Fort Sill, OK
73503. Kept for
Official Use.
Major General Francis J. Wiercinski, Persian Iranian rug. Prime Minister Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General, Multi- Rec'd--9/27/2007. Est. Nechirvan Barzani, cause embarrassment to
National Division-North, Iraq. Value--$1,000.00. Prime Minister, donor and U.S.
Location--Disposition: Kurdistan Regional Government.
Pending Transfer to Government.
General Services
Administration.
Major General Francis J. Wiercinski, Gold necklace. Rec'd--9/ Oil Director of Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General, Multi- 29/2007. Est. Value-- Kurdistan Regional cause embarrassment to
National Division-North, Iraq. $1,500.00. Location-- Government. donor and U.S.
Disposition: Pending Government.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Major General Francis J. Wiercinski, Gold necklace, Sarkis Aghajan Manendu, Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General, Multi- earrings, and ring Minister of Finance cause embarrassment to
National Division-North, Iraq. set). Rec'd--10/5/ and Economy for donor and U.S.
2007. Est. Value-- Kurdistan Regional Government.
$1,800.00. Location-- Government.
Disposition: Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Major General Francis J. Wiercinski, Red Persian rug. Rec'd-- Minister of Defense for Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General, Multi- 10/1/2007. Est. Value-- Kurdistan Regional cause embarrassment to
National Division-North, Iraq. $2,000.00. Location-- Government. donor and U.S.
Disposition: Pending Government.
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Major General Francis J. Wiercinski, Cultural dance outfit. Minister Sarkazi Non-acceptance would
Deputy Commanding General, Multi- Rec'd--10/8/2007. Est. (additonal data not cause embarrassment to
National Division-North, Iraq. Value--$350.00. available). donor and U.S.
Location--Disposition: Government.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
Major General Michael D. Barbero, Longines Presence man's Prime Minster, Non-acceptance would
Director CJ3, Iraq. watch. Rec'd--9/2008. Kurdistan Regional cause embarrassment to
Est. Value--$645.00. Government. donor and U.S.
Location--Disposition: Government.
Pending Transfer to
General Services
Administration.
Major General Mark P. Hertling, Handmade silk Persian Governor Dana, Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Multi-National rug, 3' x 5'. Rec'd--9/ Provisional Governor cause embarrassment to
Division-North. 6/2008. Est. Value-- of Sulaymaniyah, Iraq. donor and U.S.
$1,200.00. Location-- Government.
Disposition: Pending
Transfer to General
Services
Administration.
Lieutenant General Steven R. Concord Mariner woman's Brigadier General Fahed Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. watch with mother of Al-Qyarain, Land cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land pearl face and Forces Commander, donor and U.S.
Component Command. diamonds ($1,000); 48 Qatar. Government.
count pearl necklace
with silver clasp in
red jewelry pouch
($50). Rec'd--8/2006.
Est. Value--$1,050.00.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
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Lieutenant General Steven R. Breitling Aviator man's J3 Al-Isaa, J3, Kuwait Non-acceptance would
Whitcomb, Commander, Third Army/U.S. watch. Rec'd--10/7/ Armed Forces. cause embarrassment to
Army Central/Coalition Forces Land 2007. Est. Value-- donor and U.S.
Component Command. $2,900.00. Location-- Government.
Headquarters Third
Army/U.S. Army Central/
Coalition Forces Land
Component Command APO
AE 09306 for Official
Use.
Brigadier General Francis J. Quom Silk Persian President Masoud Non-acceptance would
Wiercinski, Deputy Commander, U.S. Iranian rug, 3'2 x 4'11. Rec'd--8/4/2008. (KRG). Government.
Est. Value--$1,500.00.
Location--Purchased by
Recipient.
Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, Longines gold and President Barzani, Non-acceptance would
1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th silver man's watch. Kurdish Region of cause embarrassment to
Mountain Division (LI), Iraq. Rec'd--10/3/2007. Est. Government (KRG). donor and U.S.
Value--$1,000.00. Government.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, Omega, his and her General Saifadeen, Non-acceptance would
1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th silver with crystal Senior Security cause embarrassment to
Mountain Division (LI), Iraq. facets watches set. Officer Sulaymania donor and U.S.
Rec'd--10/3/2007. Est. Province, Iraq. Government.
Value--$1,000.00.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Colonel David G. Paschal, Commander, Longines gold man's General Kawa, Chief, Non-acceptance would
1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th watch. Rec'd--2/12/ Kirkuk Police Academy, cause embarrassment to
Mountain Division (LI), Iraq. 2008. Est. Value-- Iraq. donor and U.S.
$875.00. Disposition-- Government.
Turned in to GSA.
Major General Mark P. Hertling, Longines gold and President Barzani, Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Multi-National silver man's watch. Kurdish Region of cause embarrassment to
Division-North. Rec'd--10/30/2007. Government (KRG). donor and U.S.
Est. Value--$900.00. Government.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Major Ray Fallari, Contracting 18K gold necklace with Unknown Iraq Government Non-acceptance would
Officer, Multi-National Division- heart pendant ($175); Official. cause embarrassment to
North, Iraq. 18K gold necklace with donor and U.S.
Iraq-shaped pendant Government.
($175); Rec'd--9/21/
2007. Est. Value--
$350.00. Disposition--
Turned in to GSA.
Captain Harrison C. Kennedy, Contract 21K gold chain, 27 length. Rec'd-- Melahma, Local Tribal cause embarrassment to
Brigade Combat Team, Camp Taji, Iraq. 2/13/2008. Est. Value-- Leader of Taji, Iraq. donor and U.S.
$395.00. Disposition-- Government.
Turned in to GSA.
Mr. James Johnson, Executive Baume and Mercier black Major General Hamad Bin Non-acceptance would
Director, U.S. Army Developmental face and band watch Al-Mahshadi, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Test Command (DTC). ($2,395); Givenchy Staff, Qatar. donor and U.S.
blue label cologne Government.
($86); Givenchy brown/
tan geometric wallet
($200). Rec'd--1/8/
2008. Est. Value--
$2,681.00.
Disposition--Turned in
to GSA.
Mr. James Johnson, Executive Red velvet memento box Major General Hamad Bin Non-acceptance would
Director, U.S. Army Developmental with clasp that opens Al-Mahshadi, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Test Command (DTC). and plaque. Plaque is Staff, Qatar. donor and U.S.
inscribed ``With the Government.
Compliments of the
Chief of Staff--Qatar
Armed Forces''. Rec'd--
1/8/2008. Est. Value--
Unknown. Location--
U.S. Army
Developmental Test
Command (DTC), 314
Longs Corner Road,
Aberdeen Proving
Ground, MD 21005-5055
for Official Use.
Value could not be
determined--unique
gift.
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Mr. James Johnson, Executive Wood pen with case Major General Hamad Bin Non-acceptance would
Director, U.S. Army Developmental inscribed with ``Chief Al-Mahshadi, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Test Command (DTC). of Staff Qatar Armed Staff, Qatar. donor and U.S.
Forces'' ($45); Qatar Government.
Year Book 2004 with
tourist map of Qatar
and Doha City ($105).
Rec'd--1/8/2008. Est.
Value--$150.00.
Location--U.S. Army
Developmental Test
Command (DTC), 314
Longs Corner Road,
Aberdeen Proving
Ground, MD 21005-5055
for Official Use.
Lieutenant Colonel Thomas H. Mackey, Machine made, red and Talib Zibala Ibraheem Non-acceptance would
Squadron Commander, 2nd Squadron, gold floral rug, 9' x Al Jabouri, Local cause embarrassment to
14th Cavalry, 2nd Stryker Brigade 11'. Rec'd--5/21/2008. Tribal Leader of Shat donor and U.S.
Combat Team. Est. Value--$400.00. Al Taji, Iraq. Government.
Location--Headquarters
, 2nd Brigade, 4th
Infantry Division,
Squadron area, Camp
Taji, Iraq APO AE
09378 for Official Use.
Lieutenant General Benjamin R. Mixon, Contemporary Indian Lieutenant General P.K. Non-acceptance would
Commanding General, Headquarters, decorative white Sing, Para Vishisht cause embarrassment to
U.S. Army, Pacific. alabaster stone Seva Medal, Ati donor and U.S.
sculpture depicting a Vishist Seva Meda, Government.
trumpeting elephant. General Officer
Rec'd--2/14/2008. Est. Commanding-in-Chief.
Value--$1,250.00. H2 South Western
Location--Headquarters Command of the
, U.S. Army, Pacific, Republic of Indonesia.
Fort Shafter, HI 96858-
5100 for Official Use.
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AGENCY: Department of the Navy
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
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The Honorable Donald C. Winter, Oil Painting of the USS Commodore David Anson, Non-acceptance would
Secretary of the Navy. CONNECTICUT. Rec'd--6/ New Zealand Defense cause embarrassment to
12/2008. Est. Value-- Attach[eacute]. donor and U.S.
$1,000.00. Government.
Disposition--Secretary
's Office, pending
purchase.
The Honorable Donald C. Winter, Gold dagger with sheath His Excellency Dr. Non-acceptance would
Secretary of the Navy. in a red velvet box Nasar Al Balooshi, cause embarrassment to
(12 long Ambassador of Bahrain. donor and U.S.
and 3.5 Government.
wide). Rec'd--2/5/
2008. Est. Value--
$400.00. Disposition--
Secretary's Office,
pending purchase.
Vice Admiral Kevin J. Cosgriff, U.S. Cerruti 1881 Collection Major General Hmad Al- Non-acceptance would
Navy, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces of a black ball point Rumaithy, Chief of cause embarrassment to
Central Command; and Commander, pen, a black leather Staff, United Arab donor and U.S.
Fifth Fleet; and Commander, Combined wallet (in black Emirates Armed Forces. Government.
Maritime Forces. pouch) and a analog
silver watch with
black leather band and
black face, Serial
CT67241S103042 all
presented in brown
lacquered box with
gold eagle on top and
gold clasp. Rec'd--7/2/
2008. Est. Value--
$375.00. Location--
General Services
Administration.
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Lieutenant Richard S. Caldwell, U.S. Stainless Steel Colonel Hamad J. Al Non-acceptance would
Navy Reserves, U.S. Central Command, Acquanautic Neyadi, Army, United cause embarrassment to
J2 Intelligence Directorate. Chronographe Cuda Arab Emirates donor and U.S.
Swiss Man's analog Directorate of Government.
Watch, chain link band Military Intelligence
with silver raised and Security.
face, seahorse design
on back side of face.
Presented on cream
colored leather
cushioned pad with sea
horse design. Rec'd--8/
16/2008. Est. Value--
$1,400.00. Location--
Pending transfer to
General Services
Administration.
The Honorable Donald C. Winter, Silver Dagger with General Shaikh Khalifa Non-acceptance would
Secretary of the Navy. sheath (13 Bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, cause embarrassment to
long and 4 Minister of Defense of donor and U.S.
wide). Rec'd--11/26/ the Kingdom of Bahrain. Government.
2006. Est. Value--
$400.00. Disposition--
Secretary's Office,
pending purchase.
Captain Steven Kornatz, U.S. Navy, Sapphire Crystal Tissot Colonel Yahya Buamin, Non-acceptance would
Director, Naval Command College, t-Touch Smart Man's United Arab Emirates cause embarrassment to
Naval War College. analog watch, Silver Military. donor and U.S.
chain link band with Government.
black and silver face,
Presented in black and
red box. Ser SKN-BC-38-
325, Z 253/353P.
Rec'd--10/25/2007.
Est. Value--$550.00.
Location--General
Services
Administration.
Admiral Michael G. Mullen, U.S. Navy, Red Tai-Hwa Potter Admiral Wang Li-Seng, Non-acceptance would
Chief of Naval Operations. Luster Color Ceramic Commander in Chief of cause embarrassment to
Series vase the Chinese Navy. donor and U.S.
approximately 10' tall Government.
with gold leaf neck
and painted gold
butterflies on body.
Presented in box with
wood stand. Rec'd--9/
19/2007. Est. Value--
$335.00. Location--
Pending transfer to
General Services
Administration.
Admiral Vernon E. Clark, U.S. Navy, 6 in. x 6 in. set of Admiral and Mrs. Non-acceptance would
Chief of Naval Operations. Carved and faux gem Kaumundi Kumani, cause embarrassment to
inlay Ivory Elephant Indian Chief of Navy donor and U.S.
book ends; each Staff. Government.
presented in a box
covered with blue
velvet cloth. Rec'd--
10/11/2003. Est.
Value--$1,000.00.
Location--Pending
transfer to General
Services
Administration.
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AGENCY: Department of Treasury
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
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The Honorable Henry M. Paulson, Jr., Replica of the 2008 His Excellency Wang Non-acceptance would
Secretary of Treasury. Beijing Olympics Qishan, Vice Premier cause embarrassment to
Torch. Rec'd--4/2/ of the People's donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Republic of China. Government.
$500.00. Location--
Treasury retained on
June 22, 2008.
The Honorable Henry M. Paulson, Jr., Framed oil painting of His Excellency Ibrahim Non-acceptance would
Secretary of Treasury. a Saudi Arabian town. A. Al-Assaf, Minister cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--5/31/2008. Est. of Finance of the donor and U.S.
Value--$2,000.00. Kingdom of Saudi Government.
Location--Treasury Arabia.
retained on November
5, 2008.
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The Honorable Robert M. Kimmitt, Framed watercolor His Highness Mohammad Non-acceptance would
Deputy Secretary. painting. Rec'd--5/31/ bin Rashid al Maktoum, cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- Vice President and donor and U.S.
$2,000.00. Location-- Prime Minister of the Government.
Treasury retained on United Arab Emirates
November 5, 2008. and Ruler of Dubai.
Laura Trimble, Associate Director of Zlatarna Celje pearl His Excellency Ivan Non-acceptance would
Budget Policy and Management, Office necklace+C24. Rec'd--4/ Maricic, Treasurer of cause embarrassment to
of Technical Assistance. 24/2008. Est. Value-- Finance of the donor and U.S.
$709.00. Location-- Government of Serbia. Government.
Treasury retained on
August 12, 2008.
Gail Ostler, Advisor, Office of Zlatarna Celje pearl His Excellency Ivan Non-acceptance would
Technical Assistance. necklace. Rec'd--4/24/ Maricic, Treasurer of cause embarrassment to
2008. Est. Value-- Finance of the donor and U.S.
$813.00. Location-- Government of Serbia. Government.
Treasury retained on
August 12, 2008.
Nancy Lee, Deputy Assistant Set of sterling His Excellency Rustam Non-acceptance would
Secretary, Office of International silverware for 6 and Asimov, Deputy Prime cause embarrassment to
Affairs. 12 silver Minister of the donor and U.S.
platter. Rec'd--1/28/ Government of Government.
2003. Est. Value-- Uzbekistan.
$928.50. Location--
Treasury retained on
May 6, 2008.
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AGENCY: Federal Housing Finance Board
[Report of Travel]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Allan L. Mendelowitz, Attended the annual Asian Development Bank. Non-acceptance would
Member, Board of Directors. meeting of the Asian cause embarrassment to
Development Bank's donor and U.S.
board of directors in Government.
Madrid, Spain.
Participated in a
panel on the state of
the world economy and
financial markets.
Bank paid for airfare
outside the U.S.,
hotel, meals, and
incidentals. Rec'd--5/
1-5/2008. Est. Value--
$5,500.
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AGENCY: Federal Reserve Board
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ben S. Bernanke, Chairman............ Four silver Beijing Hu Pingxi, Vice Non-acceptance would
2008 Olympic Series President, The cause embarrassment to
III Coins (one troy People's Bank of China donor and U.S.
ounce each). Rec'd--4/ (Shanghai head Government.
23/2008. Est. Value-- office), People's
$499.00. Location-- Republic of China.
Chairman's Office for
Official Use.
Frederic S. Mishkin, Board member.... 24 x 12 inch acrylic Sir K. Dwight Venner, Non-acceptance would
landscape painting by Governor of the cause embarrassment to
Barbara Kassab. Rec'd-- Eastern Caribbean donor and U.S.
6/11/2008. Est. Value-- Central Bank, St. Government.
$400.00. Location-- Kitts, West Indies.
Board's Property
Management Section for
Official Use.
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AGENCY: Research and Innovative Technology Administration/Volpe National Transportation Systems Center
[Report of Travel]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mr. Michael A. Rossetti, Statistician In-kind lodging Austrian Federal Non-acceptance would
(Economics). expenses associated Economic Chamber of cause embarrassment to
with participation in Commerce. donor and U.S.
the International Government.
Conference on Safety
and Mobility,
Klagenfurt, Austria.
Rec'd--7/9-11/2008.
Est. Value--$582.00.
Mr. Thomas A. Seliga, Electronics In-kind lodging Austrian Federal Non-acceptance would
Engineer. expenses associated Economic Chamber of cause embarrassment to
with participation in Commerce. donor and U.S.
the International Government.
Conference on Safety
and Mobility,
Klagenfurt, Austria.
Rec'd--7/9-11/2008.
Est. Value--$582.00.
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AGENCY: U.S. House of Representatives
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker Handmade wool rug, His Excellency Syed Non-acceptance would
of the House. approximately 5' by Yousaf Raza Gillani, cause embarrassment to
8', cream ground with Prime Minister of the donor and U.S.
red center medallion. Islamic Republic of Government.
Rec'd--8/5/2008. Est. Pakistan.
Value--$585.00.
Location--Office of
the Clerk.
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AGENCY: U.S. House of Representatives
[Report of Travel]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Marion Berry, Member of Round trip air trip-- His Excellency Blairo Non-acceptance would
Congress. Cuiaba to/from Borges Maggi, Governor cause embarrassment to
Sapezal, Brazil (No of Mato Grosso, Brazil. donor and U.S.
commercial air Government.
available); one night
lodging in Sapezal (No
commercial lodging
available) comparable
lodging in Cuiaba.
Rec'd--9/2-3/2008.
Est. Value--$697.00.
Scott Boule, Senior Appropriations Lodging in Brussels for Mr. William Burros, Non-acceptance would
Advisor. five nights. Rec'd--5/ Senior Advisor, cause embarrassment to
26-31/2008. Est. Political & donor and U.S.
Value--$1,200.60. Development Section, Government.
Delegation of the
European Commission.
Wynn J. Bott, Financial Administrator Round trip air trip-- His Excellency Blairo Non-acceptance would
for House Committee on Agriculture. Cuiaba to/from Borges Maggi, Governor cause embarrassment to
Sapezal, Brazil (No of Mato Grosso, Brazil. donor and U.S.
commercial air Government.
available); one night
lodging in Sapezal (No
commercial lodging
available) comparable
lodging in Cuiaba.
Rec'd--9/2-3/2008.
Est. Value--$697.00.
Aaron Davis, Senior Legislative Lodging in Brussels for Mr. William Burros, Non-acceptance would
Assistant to Representative five nights. Rec'd--5/ Senior Advisor, cause embarrassment to
Christopher Carney. 26-31/2008. Est. Political & donor and U.S.
Value--$1,166.15. Development Section, Government.
Delegation of the
European Commission.
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Eric Fatla, Executive Assistant to Round trip air trip-- His Excellency Blairo Non-acceptance would
Representative Jerry Weller. Cuiaba to/from Borges Maggi, Governor cause embarrassment to
Sapezal, Brazil (No of Mato Grosso, Brazil. donor and U.S.
commercial air Government.
available); one night
lodging in Sapezal (No
commercial lodging
available) comparable
lodging in Cuiaba.
Rec'd--9/2-3/2008.
Est. Value--$697.00.
James P. Frank, District Director to Lodging in Brussels for Mr. William Burros, Non-acceptance would
Representative Bill Shuster. five nights. Rec'd--5/ Senior Advisor, cause embarrassment to
26-31/2008. Est. Political & donor and U.S.
Value--$1,200.60. Development Section, Government.
Delegation of the
European Commission.
Emalee B. Griffin, Executive Round trip air trip-- His Excellency Blairo Non-acceptance would
Assistant to Representative Ben Cuiaba to/from Borges Maggi, Governor cause embarrassment to
Chandler. Sapezal, Brazil (No of Mato Grosso, Brazil. donor and U.S.
commercial air Government.
available); one night
lodging in Sapezal (No
commercial lodging
available) comparable
lodging in Cuiaba.
Rec'd--9/2-3/2008.
Est. Value--$697.00.
Randall Jennings, Legislative Five nights lodging in Mr. William Burros, Non-acceptance would
Assistant to Representative Gene Brussels. Rec'd--5/26- Senior Advisor, cause embarrassment to
Taylor. 31/2008. Est. Value-- Political & donor and U.S.
$1,200.60. Development Section, Government.
Delegation of the
European Commission.
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AGENCY: United States Senate
[Report of Tangible Gifts]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Harry Reid, United Assorted Jordanian His Majesty Abdullah II Non-acceptance would
States Senator. coins in wooden bin al Hussein, King cause embarrassment to
display case with of the Hashemite donor and U.S.
clear plastic top. Kingdom of Jordan. Government.
Rec'd--3/7/2008. Est.
Value--$350.00.
Location--Displayed in
Leadership Office, S-
221 Capitol.
The Honorable Lindsey Graham, United Nivada Watch. Rec'd--3/ Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. Non-acceptance would
States Senator. 16/2008. Est. Value-- Almashhadani of the cause embarrassment to
$595.00. Location-- Republic of Iraq. donor and U.S.
Deposited with Government.
Secretary of Senate.
The Honorable John McCain, United Men's Nivada Brushed Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. Non-acceptance would
States Senate. Goldtone Watch. Rec'd-- Almashhadani of the cause embarrassment to
3/16/2008. Est. Value-- Republic of Iraq. donor and U.S.
$595.00. Location-- Government.
Deposited with
Secretary of Senate.
The Honorable Joseph Lieberman, Nivada brushed goldtone Speaker Dr. Mahmood D. Non-acceptance would
United States Senator. stainless steel woven Almashhadani of the cause embarrassment to
watch with polished Republic of Iraq. donor and U.S.
accent. Rec'd--5/14/ Government.
2008. Est. Value--
$595.00. Location--
Deposited with
Secretary of Senate.
The Honorable Jack Reed, United Red and Black Woven His Excellency Governor Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Small Area Rug. Rec'd-- Gul Aqa Shirzai of the cause embarrassment to
7/19/2008. Est. Value-- Transitional Islamic donor and U.S.
$400.00. Location-- State of Afghanistan. Government.
Displayed in Senate
Office, 728 Hart.
The Honorable Jack Reed, United Multicolored Large Area His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Rug, Handcrafted. Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--7/20/2008. Est. the Transitional donor and U.S.
Value--$1,500.00. Islamic State of Government.
Location--Displayed in Afghanistan.
Senate Office, 728
Hart.
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The Honorable Barack Obama, United (1) Red and Black Woven His Excellency Hamid Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Rug with White Tassels Karzai, President of cause embarrassment to
($200); (2) Tan Woven the Transitional donor and U.S.
Rug with Tribal Islamic State of Government.
Designs and White Afghanistan.
Tassels ($200); (3)
Royal and Blue Lapis
Lazuli Vase with White
and Red Flower Design
($200); (4) Silver
Palm Tree with
Intricate Design on
Base, Trunk and Leaves
($200); (5) Statue of
Jesus Holding Staff
with Gold Medallion
($60). Rec'd--7/1/
2008. Est. Value--
$860.00. Location--
Deposited with
Secretary of Senate.
The Honorable John McCain, United Rug Rec'd--10/10/2008. His Excellency(?) Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Est. Value--$500.00. Mohammedmian Soomro, cause embarrassment to
Location--Displayed in Chairman of Senate of donor and U.S.
Senate Office, 238 the Islamic Republic Government.
Russell. of Pakistan.
The Honorable Harry Reid, United Book and Signed His Excellency Juan Evo Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Painting by Mamah Morales, President of cause embarrassment to
Mamahiz. Rec'd--11/20/ the Republic of donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Bolivia. Government.
$2,000.00. Location--
Displayed in
Leadership Office, S-
221 Capitol.
The Honorable Harry Reid, United Book and Signed His Excellency Juan Evo Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Painting by Mamah Morales, President of cause embarrassment to
Mamahiz. Rec'd--11/20/ the Republic of donor and U.S.
2008. Est. Value-- Bolivia. Government.
$2,000.00. Location--
Displayed in
Leadership Office, S-
221 Capitol.
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AGENCY: United States Senate
[Report of Travel]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf of
Name and title of person accepting the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Honorable Johnny Isakson, United Transportation within Government of Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Equatorial Guinea via Equatorial Guinea. cause embarrassment to
government aircraft donor and U.S.
and government Government.
vehicles. Rec'd--1/7/
2008. Est. Value--
Unknown.
Catherine Henson, Legislative Transportation within Government of Non-acceptance would
Assistant to Senator Johnny Isakson. Equatorial Guinea via Equatorial Guinea. cause embarrassment to
government aircraft donor and U.S.
and government Government.
vehicles. Rec'd--1/7/
2008. Est. Value--
Unknown.
The Honorable Evan Bayh, United Lodging and meals in Ministry of Foreign Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Doha, Qatar. Rec'd--2/ Affairs, Qatar. cause embarrassment to
17-18/2008. Est. donor and U.S.
Value--Unknown. Government.
The Honorable Evan Bayh, United Lodging and meals in Royal Palace, Saudi Non-acceptance would
States Senator. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Arabia. cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--2/19-20/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
The Honorable Evan Bayh, United Meals in Abu Dhabi, Office of the Crown Non-acceptance would
States Senator. United Arab Emirates. Prince, Abu Dhabi. cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--2/20-21/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
Todd Rosenblum, Professional Staff Lodging and meals in Ministry of Foreign Non-acceptance would
Member and Liaison to Senator Bayh, Doha, Qatar. Rec'd--2/ Affairs, Qatar. cause embarrassment to
Intelligence Committee. 17-18/2008. Est. donor and U.S.
Value--Unknown. Government.
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Todd Rosenblum, Professional Staff Lodging and meals in Royal Palace, Saudi Non-acceptance would
Member and Liaison to Senator Bayh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Arabia. cause embarrassment to
Intelligence Committee. Rec'd--2/19-20/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
Todd Rosenblum, Professional Staff Meals in Abu Dhabi, Office of the Crown Non-acceptance would
Member and Liaison to Senator Bayh, United Arab Emirates. Prince, Abu Dhabi. cause embarrassment to
Intelligence Committee. Rec'd--2/20-21/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
Puneet Talwar, Senior Professional Transportation within Government of Saudi Non-acceptance would
Staff Member, Foreign Relations Saudi Arabia via Arabia. cause embarrassment to
Committee. government aircraft, donor and U.S.
including lodging and Government.
meals. Rec'd--2/16-20/
2008. Est. Value--
Unknown.
Michael Zehr, Legislative Director to Lodging in Brussels, European Commission.... Non-acceptance would
Senator Mel Martinez. Belgium. Rec'd--5/25- cause embarrassment to
31/2008. Est. Value-- donor and U.S.
Unknown. Government.
Stacie Oliver, Legislative Assistant Lodging in Brussels, European Union......... Non-acceptance would
to Senator Bob Corker. Belgium. Rec'd--5/26- cause embarrassment to
31/2008. Est. Value-- donor and U.S.
Unknown. Government.
Garrett Eucalitto, Legislative Aide Lodging within The European Commission Non-acceptance would
to Senator Joseph Lieberman. Brussels, Belgium. cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--5/25-30/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
Paul Kong, Legislative Director to Accommodations in European Commission.... Non-acceptance would
Senator Chuck Hagel. Brussels, Belgium. cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--5/26-31/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
Paul Kong, Legislative Director to Accommodations in European Commission.... Non-acceptance would
Senator Chuck Hagel. Brussels, Belgium. cause embarrassment to
Rec'd--5/26-31/2008. donor and U.S.
Est. Value--Unknown. Government.
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AGENCY: U.S. Agency for International Development
[Report of Travel]
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Gift, date of
acceptance on behalf
Name and title of person accepting of the U.S. Government, Identity of foreign Circumstances
the gift on behalf of the U.S. estimated value, and donor and government justifying acceptance
Government current disposition or
location
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Erna Kerst, Director, USAID/Kenya.... Passage on a chartered United Nations World Non-acceptance would
UN flight to Nairobi, Food Program (WFP), cause embarrassment to
Kenya to Samburu, Kenya. donor and U.S.
Kenya to accompany an Government
official delegation
including other high-
level donor country
representatives.
Rec'd--6/4/2008. Est.
Value--$1,937.50.
Tesfaye Kelemework, Deputy Chief, Expenses for air ticket International Institute Non-acceptance would
USAID/Addis/BES, Ethiopia mission. (Addis Ababa to Paris for Educational cause embarrassment to
to Addis Abada, via Planning (IIEP) of donor and U.S.
lodging and MIE for UNESCO, Paris, France. Government.
participating experts'
meeting (July 1 and 2)
on ``Capacity
Develpoment in
Educational Panning
and Management for
Achieving EFA:
Learning for Successes
and Failures'' and in
a Symposium (July 3
and 4) on ``Direction
in Educational
Planning``. Rec'd--7/1-
4/2008. Est. Value--
$4,336.17.
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