United States Foreign Press Center

The United States Foreign Press Center (FPC) is a U.S. Department of State government organization established in 1961 by the U.S. Information Agency. Operating offices in Washington, DC, and New York City, the FPC provides resources, access, and support to foreign journalists covering American stories. Key activities include arranging live press briefings with U.S. government officials and experts, organizing press tours and reporting trips, facilitating interviews with American newsmakers, and providing research facilities with internet access and archival materials. The FPC serves over 1,500 foreign journalists annually, promoting accurate and balanced international reporting on U.S. policy, society, culture, and values. The organization has no documented connection to UAP/UFO research or related classified programs.