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eucom.stuttgart.ecpa.mbx.duty-office@mail.mil LEGIONOWO, Poland — U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) and Poland’s National Cyber Security Centre will host Exercise Baltic Ghost, a table-top exercise (TTX) supporting enhanced Forward Presence (eFP) June 25-27. As part of a broader effort ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, DC June 22, 2019 Iran’s leaders know the truth is a dangerous thing. It is important to correct the record. First, President Trump did not pass a message through Oman calling for talks with Iran. We have made our position abundantly clear. We are willing to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
June 24, 2019 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS IMPOSING SANCTIONS ON THE SUPREME LEADER OF IRAN AND THE WORST ELEMENTS OF THE IRANIAN REGIME “We call on the regime to abandon its nuclear ambitions, change its destructive behavior, respect the rights of its people, and return in good faith to the negotiating table.” ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 June, 2019 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, Events, News, President of the United States
June 24, 2019 Oval Office REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AT SIGNING OF EXECUTIVE ORDER ON IRAN SANCTIONS THE PRESIDENT: Okay, thank you very much. In a few moments, I’ll be signing an executive order imposing hard-hitting sanctions on the Supreme Leader of Iran and the Office of the Supreme Leader of Iran, and many others. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
On June 22 Frank Finver, Counselor for Press and Culture appeared at the new Sopoteka Library premises to introduce a lecture by Memphis Pink Museum Curator, Steve Masler on historical developments of the city — Memphis at 200: the River, the Struggles for Civil Rights and the Rebirth of a Great City. Finver thanked American ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 24 June, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Events, News
Capitalizing on the presence of international health experts who came to the Calisia World Conference on Family Health, the U.S. Embassy Warsaw hosted an all-day conference at the American Center Warsaw “Polish-American Collaborations in Public Health: Tobacco Control and Clean Air” on June 11. The conference brought together NGO representatives, scientific and medical experts, and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 June, 2019 | Topics:
Economic Affairs, Environment, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
On June 20, Chargé d’Affaires Aliu hosted Anthony Drexel Biddle III, son of former U.S. Ambassador to Poland Anthony Drexel Biddle Jr., for a meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw. Ambassador Biddle served as U.S. Ambassador to Poland from 1937-1943, fleeing Poland after the invasion of Nazi Germany in 1940 to continue representing the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 June, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
On June 19, as part of the Batory High School’s end-of-year celebrations, Deputy Chief of Mission Bix Aliu spoke to students at one of the oldest and most prestigious high schools in Warsaw highlighting the longstanding relations between Poland and the United States and the fact that “It is the people-to-people connection that has provided ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 June, 2019 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News
On June 18 in Warsaw, the History Meeting House (Dom Spotkan z Historia) opened the captivating exhibit “Americans in Poland 1919-1947” that vividly documents the contributions of an eclectic mix of unassuming Americans – officials, volunteers, and unsung heroes – who lived and served in Poland during the interwar period, World War II, and its ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 June, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, History, News
On June 14, Warsaw University’s Prawie Kino (Almost Cinema) student film club celebrated the fifth anniversary of its popular outdoor film showing program with a Polish and international film series that debuted with the iconic romantic comedy Some Like it Hot (released by United Artists in March, 1959). Held on a lovely Warsaw evening in ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 June, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On June 15-16 the University of Gdansk welcomed 259 lecturers from the U.S., Poland Canada, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and France, who participated in the Seventh World Congress on Polish Studies organized jointly by the Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences of America (PIASA) and the Institute of History of the University of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 June, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
On June 7, Polish NBA star Marcin Gortat visited the U.S. Embassy as part of the Embassy’s partnership with Marcin and his MG13 Foundation promoting youth development in sports and leadership within the Embassy’s
Sports UP initiative. Arranged by PAS, Gortat first met with the Embassy’s team that runs the
“Amerikawa” podcast with whom he discussed his time living ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
The Memphis in Poland Festival —
www.memphisinpoland.org – makes its culturally delicious and musically powerful return to Poland later this month, from June 21-30 in three different Polish cities. Debuting in 2015 as part of an international cultural festival that honored Polish culture in Memphis, Tennessee, the current iteration of the Memphis in Poland Festival debuted ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 June, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
June 14, 2019 As Commander in Chief, I am pleased to join our grateful Nation in celebrating the 244th birthday of the United States Army. For nearly two and a half centuries, the United States Army has been synonymous with duty, honor, and discipline. As part of the most elite fighting force the world has ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 June, 2019 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, Events, Military Cooperation, News, President of the United States
Cybersecurity is recognized as one of the most serious challenges of the modern world. In order to deepen knowledge of existing risks and possible solutions, on June 12 in Warsaw the U.S. Embassy, Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) and American Center Warsaw organized the panel discussion Cybersecurity in the Midst of Global Challenges. The ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 June, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
June 12, 2019 East Room Remarks by President Trump and President Duda of the Republic of Poland at the Polish-American Reception PRESIDENT TRUMP: Well, thank you very much. Melania and I would like to just welcome you all to the White House, a very special place. One of the great homes and houses anywhere in ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Poland
June 12, 2019 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS FURTHERING AMERICA’S ENDURING PARTNERSHIP WITH POLAND “Poland has chosen its place among the free and independent nations of the world and as a loyal ally and strategic partner of the United States.” – President Donald J. Trump ESSENTIAL ALLIANCE AND FRIENDSHIP: Poland is an essential ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
June 12, 2019 Oval Office PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. We have the very great privilege of having the President of Poland with us and his very powerful and lovely wife. Thank you very much. It’s great to be with you again. And we are celebrating a lot of different things. The purchase ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Poland
June 12, 2019 Washington Joint Declaration on Defense Cooperation Regarding United States Force Posture in the Republic of Poland The United States of America (the United States) and the Republic of Poland (Poland) share a history of friendship based on common efforts, shared values, and mutual respect. We have fought shoulder-to-shoulder around the globe, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Poland
June 12, 2019 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND PRESIDENT DUDA OF THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND IN JOINT PRESS CONFERENCE Rose Garden PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. Please. Today, Melania and I are honored to welcome President Duda and Mrs. Kornhauser-Duda of Poland back to the White House. They’ve become friends. We last hosted them ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Poland
June 11, 2019 “By investing in women around the world, we’re investing in families, we’re investing in prosperity, and we’re investing in peace.” – President Donald J. Trump PROMOTING PEACE AND SECURITY BY EMPOWERING WOMEN: President Donald J. Trump has released a strategy to enhance women’s leadership in efforts to prevent conflict, stem terrorism, and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
U.S. Embassy Warsaw and American Councils Poland celebrated the successful FLEX Alumni Mentoring Program on June 7 at the American Center Warsaw. FLEX mentees presented their community service projects designed in cooperation with their mentors and supported by a small grant from the U.S. government. The students’ projects were not only well developed and implemented ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2019 | Topics:
Alumni, Education, Events, News
On June 10 at the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw, new Deputy Chief of Mission Bix Aliu hosted a visit by 20 American university business and engineering students participating in the Presidential Internship Program (PIP) sponsored by the Chancellery of Poland’s President Andrzej Duda. The third edition of PIP was co-supported with funding from the Polish ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2019 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Events, News
On June 7, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green and Embassy personnel attended the graduation ceremony for 35 U.S. Fulbright fellows who are concluding their work and research in Poland. Hosted by the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission in the majestic Lubomirski Palace, the ceremony honored the work, research, and studies performed by the 2018-19 cohort of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 June, 2019 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Events, News
7 June 2019 FLAG DAY AND NATIONAL FLAG WEEK, 2019 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On Flag Day and during National Flag Week, we celebrate and honor our Nation’s lasting emblem, our great American flag. Since the Second Continental Congress adopted its design more than 200 years ago, the Stars ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
7 June, 2019 A U.S. Air Force EC-130H Compass Call, Airmen and support equipment have arrived at Krzesiny Air Base, Poland, to participate in training with other U.S. aircraft and the Polish air force as part of an on-going series of military engagements. During this rotation, U.S. and Polish air forces will conduct training focused ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON THE 75TH COMMEMORATION OF D-DAY Normandy American Cemetery Colleville-sur-Mer, France June 6, 2019 THE PRESIDENT: President Macron, Mrs. Macron, and the people of France; to the First Lady of the United States and members of the United States Congress; to distinguished guests, veterans, and my fellow Americans: We are gathered ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
June 6, 2019 NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On June 6, 1944, D-Day, more than 130,000 American and Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, and thousands more parachuted in behind enemy lines, on a mission to retake ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
On May 25-28 four hundred Polish scouts from all around Poland met in Małecz for a scouting camp. During the event the scouts had an opportunity to learn more about American scouting culture in the United States before their departure to West Virginia for 24th World Scout Jamboree. One of Embassy diplomats Geoffrey Petersen and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 June, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
On May 31, U.S. Embassy Assistant Army Attaché Major Andrew Underwood gave a lecture on the history, present and future of military cooperation between Poland and the United States as part of the Security Day organized by the College of Commerce in Radom under the theme “Twenty years of Poland in NATO structures.” The aim ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 June, 2019 | Topics:
American Spaces, Events, News
June 3, 2019 On behalf of the United States Department of State, I would like to wish all Muslims a blessed Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan and is a time for celebration across Muslim communities worldwide. It is a culmination of a month of fasting, sharing meals with family and friends, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State / June 3, 2019 City Hall The Hague, the Netherlands SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome. The prime minister and I were just remarking on what a great crowd, what a great group we have here. Thank you, Madame Mayor, for joining us as well and hosting us. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
June 3, 2019 Melania joins me in sending our warmest greetings on Eid al-Fitr. At the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the day of Eid through prayer and reflection. This sacred day provides Muslims, both in the United States and around the world, an opportunity to renew their commitment to help ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
To promote innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities at the upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) in The Hague, the Embassy joined forces with the Dutch Embassy to support a “Road to GES” Poland event on May 23. “Boosting Polish Startups at the Global Scale,” an official Road to GES event, brought together former Polish GES participants to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
May 31, 2019 NATIONAL OCEAN MONTH, 2019 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The ocean supports millions of American jobs across numerous industries, including commercial fishing, recreation and tourism, international trade, shipping, ports, energy, and other maritime commerce. During National Ocean Month, we recognize the importance of the ocean to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
May 31, 2019 AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC APPRECIATION MONTH, 2019 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Throughout American history, African American music has reflected our Nation’s challenges and triumphs and has always enriched our Nation’s culture. During African American Music Appreciation Month, we pay tribute to the talented and inspiring ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, President of the United States
June 1, 2019 HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Our Nation grieves with those affected by the tragic shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Americans unite in praying for God to comfort the injured and heal ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Office of the Press Secretary June 1, 2019 As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions that LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even execute individuals on the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News, President of the United States
Office of the Press Secretary June 2, 2019 On this day, we commemorate the 40th anniversary of St. Pope John Paul II’s historic celebration of the Mass on June 2, 1979, in Warsaw, the opening of a nine-day visit to Poland that changed the course of history. As we remember the long struggle of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 June, 2019 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, Events, News
On May 30 at the Klub Bankowca in Warsaw, the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw and the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs co-hosted a symposium on “The Centennial of Polish-American Diplomatic Relations.” The German Marshall Fund also helped with arrangements. The symposium was one of three major events organized by the U.S. Embassy to highlight US-Polish ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 31 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
On May 30 at her residence in Warsaw, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted an evening reception and concert in honor of “The Centennial of Polish-American Diplomatic Relations” that also celebrated the 30th anniversary of restored democracy in Poland. The event marked the latest in the U.S. Embassy’s yearlong series of diplomatic and cultural events commemorating the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 31 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
On May 25 at the OKO Auditorium in Ochota, Warsaw, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher and the Embassy’s Cultural Affairs Officer Dan Hastings were guests of honor at the 19th edition of Dyliżanse (“Stagecoach”), Poland’s Country & Western Music Awards sponsored by the Country & Folk Foundation. This was the first time that a U.S. Ambassador participated ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
On May 16, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted a reception at her residence in Warsaw to honor the newest 38 Polish fellows selected by the New York-based Kosciuszko Foundation to conduct research in the United States during the 2019-20 academic year. Together with Marek Skulimowski, the President and Executive Director of the Kosciuszko Foundation, Ambassador Mosbacher personally ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
Primary Contact: 1LT Kealy Moriarty Ph#: +49 17 2189 1096 Email: Kealy.a.moriarty2.mil@mail.mil May 13, 2019 BEMOWO PISKIE, Poland— Pennsylvania Army National Guard’s 3rd Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment is set to replace the outgoing unit, 2nd Squadron, 278th ACR in support of NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence Battle (eFP) Group Poland during the transfer of authority ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Office of the Press Secretary May 15, 2019 President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome President Andrzej Duda and Mrs. Agata Kornhauser-Duda of the Republic of Poland to the White House on June 12, 2019. The visit will reaffirm the longstanding historical and cultural ties between the United States and Poland, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
On Wednesday, May 15, Ambassador Mosbacher and Mayor of Warsaw Rafał Trzaskowski officially unveiled a new plaque in honor of Woodrow Wilson, America’s 28th president, on Wilson Square in Warsaw’s northern district of Żoliborz. The U.S. Embassy presented the plaque to the city of Warsaw on January 8, 2018 to honor the centennial of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
What is the Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today (JUST) Act of 2017? The JUST Act is an American law that requires the U.S. Department of State to provide a one-time report to Congress by November 2019. The one-time report will assess the national laws and policies of countries that endorsed the Terezin Declaration from the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
May 10, 2019 U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy John C. Rood and Polish Deputy Minister of National Defence Tomasz Szatkowski provide the following joint statement at the conclusion of their May 10 meeting at the Pentagon: U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy John C. Rood and Polish Deputy Minister of National Defence ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 8, 2019 In honor of Europe Day, I offer my best wishes to the citizens of the European Union on behalf of all Americans. The United States and the European Union have a strong and enduring partnership born out of shared history, values, and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Office of the Press Secretary May 5, 2019 I send my warmest greetings to all Muslims observing the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan commemorates when the sacred Quran was revealed to Muhammad. At the spotting of the crescent moon, Muslim families and communities will honor this revelation by beginning a month of inward reflection, spiritual ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 5, 2019 On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend best wishes to Muslim communities at home and abroad for a blessed Ramadan. For many Muslims, this month is an occasion to focus on spiritual rejuvenation, kindness and resilience, compassion for those ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 3, 2019 On World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting safety and freedom for members of the press. A free and independent media is indispensable to a vibrant, functioning democracy. Despite some progress, journalists around the world continue to be persecuted, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 2, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations and best wishes to the people of Poland on the occasion of your 228th Constitution Day. Widely regarded as one of the first modern constitutions in Europe, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
“Poland and Free Markets, Lessons for The World” Dr. Kevin A. Hassett, Chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, visit at SGH Warsaw School of Economics SGH Warsaw School of Economics will host a discussion with Dr. Kevin A. Hassett, Chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, in Warsaw, Poland on ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Office of the Press Secretary April 30, 2019 JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 2019 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As we observe Jewish American Heritage Month, our Nation celebrates nearly 4,000 years of Jewish history and honors the numerous contributions of Jewish ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 May, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
On May 2 in Krakow, Poland, eight U.S. government officials will come together to lead, for the first time ever, an official delegation to the annual March of the Living at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps. The three co-chairs of this delegation are U.S. Ambassadors to Poland, Georgette Mosbacher; to Israel David Friedman; and to Germany ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, Human Rights, News
Office of the Press Secretary April 27, 2019 South Lawn REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP BEFORE MARINE ONE DEPARTURE (excerpt) Q Any reaction to (inaudible)? THE PRESIDENT: I do. My deepest sympathies go to the people that were affected — the families, their loved ones — by the, obviously — it looks, right now, based ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Office of the Press Secretary April 26, 2019 DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST, 2019 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and during this week of solemn remembrance, we honor the six million Jewish men, women, and children who were brutally murdered ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News, President of the United States
On April 25, 2019, the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy and Lomza State University of Applied Sciences organized a tree-planting ceremony in memory of Michael S. Gilmor (1995-2018), Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Poland (2017-18). Michael passed away unexpectedly of aortic aneurism at his home in Huntington, New York on August ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 April, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Addressing the 2,700 high school finalists of the Social Wolves project, Ambassador Mosbacher congratulated the students for their achievement and success while encouraging them to “keep moving forward and keep achieving because you are all the next generation of leaders in Poland”. Citing her own experience of overcoming challenges, Ambassador Mosbacher motivated the students to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
Press Statement Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 22, 2019 The United States congratulates President-elect Volodymyr Zelenskyy on his victory in the Ukrainian presidential elections. We also congratulate the Ukrainian people on holding elections that reflect Ukraine’s vibrant democracy five years after the 2014 Revolution of Dignity and after five years of unrelenting Russian ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Office of the Press Secretary April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the outrageous terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka that have claimed so many precious lives on this Easter Sunday. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the more than 200 killed and hundreds of others wounded. We stand with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terror attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter morning. Attacks on innocent people gathering in a place of worship or enjoying a holiday meal are affronts to the universal values and freedoms that ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
In commemoration of the 76th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising on April 19, 1943, Ambassador Mosbacher attended official commemorations organized by the Jewish Association for Culture and Social Affairs and the Warsaw Ghetto Museum and laid a wreath at the Warsaw Ghetto Heroes Monument in downtown Warsaw. Earlier in the day, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Office of the Press Secretary 16 April, 2019 This morning, President Donald J. Trump, on behalf of the American people, offered his condolences to President Emmanuel Macron of France for the devastation caused by the fire at the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris. The United States stands with French citizens, the city of Paris, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
April 8-11, Eben Schwartz, Marine Debris Program Manager of California Coastal Commission, spoke with Polish audiences in Warsaw, Gdańsk and Gdynia as part of the U.S. Speaker Program celebrating upcoming Earth Day. Mr. Schwartz met with Polish NGOs, local activists, students and faculty as well as city government representatives to discuss sources and impact of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 April, 2019 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
The Judo Academy Sports Club from Poznań is the organizer of the Brother Olympic Camp, an annual event for judo players of junior and senior groups. The event gathers judo competitors from all over Poland, children and adults, as well as coaching staff, for trainings conducted by the Olympic medalist. This year’s edition of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
United States Strategic Command Office of Public Affairs 901 SAC Boulevard, Suite 1A1 Offutt Air Force Base, NE 68113-6020 Commercial: +1-402-294-4130 Fax: +1-294-4892 DSN: 312-271-4130 OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. – United States Strategic Command and the Polish Space Agency signed an agreement for space situational awareness (SSA) services and data at the 35th Space ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Following the season opener of the American Football League (
www.ligafa.pl ) in Wroclaw earlier this month, employees from the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw turned out to a game this past Sunday to watch the Warsaw Mets take on the Lodz Wolves as part of the Embassy’s ongoing support of the league on the occasion of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 April, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
Ambassador Mosbacher welcomed our new group of Citizen Liaison Volunteers at the Embassy today to thank them for their service. These U.S. citizens volunteer their time to assist Americans who travel or reside in Poland, and we are grateful for the support they give to our American Citizen Services team as we fulfill our top ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
On April 5 in Warsaw, the US Embassy attended an informal reception hosted by the National Museum in Warsaw for the return to Poland of U.S. citizens and art collectors Craig Gilmore and David Crocker. Mr. Gilmore and Mr. Crocker are visiting Poland to film a documentary on their role in the repatriation of looted ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 9 April, 2019 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
April 8 hosted the second event within the Embassy In Focus. Polish American Speaker Series at the American Center Warsaw. The event featured Eben Schwartz, Marine Program Manager of the California Coastal Commission as the expert who talked to the invited audience about sources and impact of plastic pollution and marine debris, the Commission’s Clean ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 April, 2019 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 5, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States, it is my great pleasure to congratulate the Romani people on the occasion of International Roma Day. On this day, we recognize the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Romani people and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 5, 2019 The text of the following statement was released today by UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt, French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian, and U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo. Begin Text: Two years on from the horrific chemical weapons attacks that took place in ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Video Transcription: Over the past 70 years NATO Allies have prospered, experiencing greater economic stability, security and peace internationally. April 4, 2019, marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the North Atlantic Treaty and the creation of NATO. The Alliance is united in its defense of democracy, individual liberty and the rule of law. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
On April 3 Steven Bremner, a diplomat from the Embassy’s political section, met with a group of 20 students from Action Diplomacy – a university student club organized by the Foreign Affairs Club at the Warsaw School of Economics. The students discussed a variety of topics including the U.S. and Polish bilateral relationship, U.S. economic ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 April, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 4, 2019 SECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Good morning. Seventy years ago today, NATO’s founding treaty was signed in this great city, and I would start by thanking Secretary Pompeo for hosting us all today to mark the 70th anniversary of our great alliance. And by that, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, Military Cooperation, News
Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium Washington, DC April 3, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: (Applause.) Well, good evening, everyone. Welcome to all the foreign ministers here. Seventy years is really huge. It’s a big milestone for NATO, and I’m looking forward to celebrating tonight and getting some important work done tomorrow. I ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 April, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, Military Cooperation, News
On April 1 in Warsaw, the U.S. Embassy and the Polish-U.S Fulbright Commission celebrated with Polish high school students who recently completed a year of intensive preparations to apply for university studies in the United States, a process that greatly differs from university admission processes in Europe. With the support of the EducationUSA Advisory Program, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 April, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
On March 29 in Warsaw, the Executive Director, staff, and members of the Board of Directors of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission honored the service of two departing members, Polish board member Professor Marek Wierzbowski from Warsaw University’s School of Law and American board member Judith Gliniecki, the General Counsel of CEE Equity Partners. Both distinguished ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Mosbacher gave opening remarks at the launch of our expert speaker series, In Focus, which brings together key Polish and U.S. influencers, alumni, contacts and young leaders at our American Center Warsaw to discuss topics of importance to our bilateral relationship. Marking Women’s History Month, the topic of our kickoff event was Women’s Empowerment, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
Airman 1st Class Shanice Williams-Jones 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England- At approximately 6:45 a.m., U.S. Air Force Airmen assisted a Polish citizen whose van had flipped outside Powidz Air Base, Poland, March 28. Two Airmen from the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron and five Airmen from the 48th Maintenance Group, who ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Testimony Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Opening Statement Before the House Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Washington, DC March 27, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Chairwoman Lowey, thank you, and I will absolutely summarize. Chairwoman Lowey, Ranking Member Rogers, thank you. Distinguished members of subcommittee, thank you for being ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Office of the Press Secretary 26 March 2019 President Donald J. Trump will welcome Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to the White House on April 2, 2019. In honor of the 70th anniversary of NATO, the President and the Secretary General will underscore the importance of the Alliance as ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
As part of the U.S. Mission to Poland’s
Sports UP initiative, Josh Crabtree from the U.S. Consulate in Krakow and a group of American soldiers from Bravo Company of the 407th Civil Affairs Battalion of the U.S. Army participated in the grand opening of the American football season organized by the League of American Football in Poland. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 March, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
As part of the ongoing celebrations for the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations by Poland and the USA, Polish Alumni Association organized a seminar on The Development of IT Technology over the past 100 years. Organized by Polish Alumni Association members, Marek Mendel from “TARCZA” Educational Association of Byczyna, Piotr Koziol from ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 March, 2019 | Topics:
Alumni, Education, Events, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC March 25, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you, everyone. It is truly wonderful to be here tonight.I want to thank AIPAC President Mort Fridman, Board Chair Lillian Pincus, and your CEO Howard Kohr for inviting ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Email:
48fw.pa@us.af.mil March 25, 2019 RAF LAKENHEATH, England — U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles, aircrew and support personnel from RAF Lakenheath, England, deployed to Powidz Air Base, Poland, to participate in exercise Rapid Panther, Mar. 25. The flying exercise demonstrates the 48th Fighter Wing’s ability to forward deploy rapidly with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
On March 21 in Warsaw, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings attended the exhibit “It Is Deeds That Make The Man – Poles Who Helped Jews during The Holocaust in The Eastern Borderlands of The Second Polish Republic” opened by the Institute of National Memory (IPN). IPN President Jarosław Szarek officially launched the exhibit that features photos ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 March, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses conducted flights from RAF Fairford, England, to Lithuania and Poland on March 20, 2019, to conduct interoperability training with NATO Enhanced Forward Presence units. B-52s conducted training with NATO Joint Terminal Attack Controllers attached to the multinational battalion battle group in Lithuania, as well as Battle Group Poland. In Lithuania, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Office Phone: 0611-143-537-0005 | DSN: (314) 537-0005
www.eur.army.mil |
USArmyEurope.MediaDesk@mail.mil March 19, 2019 WIESBADEN, Germany — At the direction of the Secretary of Defense, the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, deployed to Europe to exercise the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly alert, recall and deploy under emergency conditions. This Dynamic ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC March 15, 2019 Today, the United States, EU, and Canada took coordinated action in response to Russia’s continued aggression against Ukraine by imposing sanctions on individuals who orchestrated the unjustified November 25 attack on three Ukrainian naval vessels near the Kerch Strait. Additionally, the United States imposed ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
A Bomber Task Force deployment of B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen and support equipment from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, have arrived in the U.S. European Command area of operations for a deployment to conduct theater integration and flying training. The aircraft will operate out of RAF Fairford, England. The deployment of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Office of the Vice President March 16, 2019 Vice President Pence spoke yesterday with Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters of New Zealand. Vice President Pence expressed his condolences on behalf of the American people for the despicable terror attacks at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. The Vice President also affirmed the President’s solidarity with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, Vice President of the United States
On March 9 in Warsaw’s stunning Lazienki Park, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green addressed over 200 participants at the start of Vital Voices Poland’s 8th Annual Mentoring Walk. Vital Voices Director Ela Raczkowska and her colleague Marta Byczkowska matched 100 young women mentees with 100 experienced women from business, civil society, government and academia ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 March, 2019 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News
On March 7 in the Ochota district of Warsaw, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings attended 75th anniversary commemorations to honor the heroism of Emanuel Ringelblum and the Wolski and Wysocki families. The event was organized by the Jewish Historical Institute and attended by Jarosław Sellin, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
The United States was founded on the premise that all persons “are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” Our Constitution secures these unalienable rights by proclaiming in the First Amendment that “Congress shall make no law respecting ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 13, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Since America’s founding, the concept of individual rights has been woven into the national fabric. As my friend and scholar Mary Ann Glendon has written, it has given weak members of our society, quote, “an ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, Michael R. Pompeo, News
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DipNote Bloggers on March 13, 2019 On March 12, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivered the keynote address at CERAWeek’s “Reshaping the Energy Future” conference in Houston, Texas, which was attended by business leaders and foreign dignitaries from around the world. In his remarks, the Secretary addressed how America’s energy revolution strengthens national
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel Houston, Texas March 12, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Dan. Thank you all for joining me. I see you standing in the back. It’s like church, there’s empty pews in the front if you want to come up and grab a seat. I do think ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 11, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks for being here. I want to make some brief remarks about the situation, an update on the situation in Venezuela, an update on U.S. activity related to Venezuela. Over the past few days, Venezuelans ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 11, 2019 The President’s FY 2020 budget request proposes $40 billion for the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The FY 2020 budget request provides the necessary resources to protect United States citizens, increase American prosperity by utilizing foreign assistance to create the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Alumni Association together with the Department of Regional Strategic Studies of the Cardinal Wyszyński University of Warsaw and the U.S. Embassy, Warsaw organized a presentation for the university’s students about democracy in the United States. Prof. David F. Forte and Prof. Zbigniew Lewicki spoke at the event hosted by Vice President of Alumni Association Prof. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 March, 2019 | Topics:
Alumni, Events, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC March 10, 2019 The U.S. Department of State extends our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those killed in the tragic crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight ET302. We can confirm that at least eight U.S. citizens were among the victims. Our embassies in Addis Ababa and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
U.S. Civil Affairs Soldiers Sergeant First Class Joshua Harkema and Sergeant First Class Devon Debaney represented the United States at the 274th birthday anniversary of Casimir Pulaski at the Pulaski Museum in Warka, Poland. The event highlighted Casimir Pulaski, known as the father of the American Cavalry and his role in the American Revolutionary War. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC March 8, 2019 The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8. We extend our gratitude to the diverse women and girls around the globe who have made vast contributions in lifting up those facing challenges and hardship and put their own ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Office of the Press Secretary March 8, 2019 International Women’s Day, 2019 On International Women’s Day, we honor women worldwide for their vital role in shaping and strengthening our communities, families, governments, and businesses. We celebrate their vision, leadership, and courage, and we reaffirm our commitment to promoting equal opportunity for women everywhere. Through the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
On March 7 in Warsaw, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher spoke at the kick-off event of a yearlong celebration by the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission to honor the 60th anniversary of the Fulbright Program in Poland. The Ambassador hailed the Fulbright Program in Poland for “immeasurably enriching the people-to-people relations” between Poland and the United States, thanking the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC March 7, 2019 MS PRYOR: Good morning. Welcome to the Department of State. We are honored and delighted that you have joined us today for the 13th annual Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Awards. This award has recognized more than 120 ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
Women’s History Month is a great opportunity to celebrate women who broke the glass ceiling during their lifetimes and made a path for the women followed them. We—the current and next generation of female and male leaders–thank them for their persistence and courage, and most importantly, for empowering younger generations that that women can do ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Chargé d’Affaires, Eric Green, gave opening remarks at the 3rd edition of the Young Leaders Conference on March 2 atop the Warsaw Spire in downtown Warsaw. With the conference theme of “100 Years of U.S.-Polish Diplomatic Relations, Chargé d’Affaires Green addressed an audience of 150 young students from high schools and universities across Poland underscoring ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 March, 2019 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Events, News
Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 6, 2019 Today, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) launched the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a new initiative supporting women entrepreneurs around the world. The Academy, in support of the White House-led Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, will equip women ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 March, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC March 3, 2019 On March 4, 2019, U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem will merge into U.S. Embassy Jerusalem to form a single diplomatic mission. This step follows Secretary Pompeo’s October 18, 2018 announcement that the two missions and teams would be combined. There will be complete continuity of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
March 1, 2019 Women’s History Month, 2019 – – – – – – – By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the countless women whose courage and resolve have contributed to the character and success of our Nation and the entire world. The equal opportunity of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
On March 1, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green hosted 26 high school finalists of the “I Know America” competition at his residence in recognition of their hard work and dedication to learning more about American culture and history. He noted that this year the U.S. Embassy is celebrating the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 March, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Education, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 27, 2019 Five years ago, Russia’s occupation of Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula fueled an escalation of Russian aggression. Russia attempted to upend the international order, undermined basic human freedoms, and weakened our common security. The world has not forgotten the cynical lies Russia employed to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC February 26, 2019 Four years ago, former Russian Deputy Prime Minister Boris Nemtsov, a leading figure in Russia’s democratic movement, was gunned down outside the walls of the Kremlin. Although five men were convicted for carrying out his assassination, the United States continues to call on Russian authorities ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 27, 2019 The United Nations established March 3 as World Wildlife Day to raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. This year will mark the sixth anniversary of World Wildlife Day, and for the first time will highlight marine species and the unique threats ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 February, 2019 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
On February 26, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted a breakfast in honor of the Executive Director and ten members of the Board of Directors of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission. The meeting was the first occasion for the Ambassador in her capacity as the United States’ Honorary Chairman of the bilateral commission to meet the distinguished group ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
31 January 2019 In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, Virginia. The vessel’s arrival marked the beginning of the unscrupulous slave trade in the American colonies. It was from this immoral origin—and through inhuman conditions, discrimination, and prolonged hardship—that emerged the vibrant culture, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News, President of the United States
The United States welcomes Poland’s decision to move forward with its acquisition of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). Signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance on February 13 was the culmination of successful negotiations between our two countries. This decision greatly increases the potential for cooperation between U.S. and Polish land forces. Poland’s ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
On February 15, the U.S. Embassy honored Colonel Kazimierz Klimczak, the oldest living 1944 Warsaw Uprising veteran who celebrated his 105th birthday, by bestowing him with a Congressional flag that flew above the US Capitol building. The flag was donated at the request of the Honorable Senator Mark Warner (D-VA). Colonel Klimczak fought in 1939 ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
REMARKS BY VICE PRESIDENT PENCE AT THE WARSAW MINISTERIAL WORKING LUNCHEON PGE National Stadium Warsaw, Poland February 14, 2019 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Prime Minister Morawiecki, Prime Minister Netanyahu, Secretary Pompeo, Your Excellencies: It’s an honor to join you for this first-ever “Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace and Security in the Middle East,” and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Mike Pence, News
On February 12, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings met with the nine talented alumni of the Fulbright Program in Poland recently selected to serve as the first-ever Fulbright Ambassadors of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission. The program is a new initiative of the Commission, which is headquartered in Warsaw, to honor the 60th anniversary of the Fulbright ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 On February 13-14, 2019, Foreign Ministers and representatives of 62 states met in Warsaw, Poland, at a conference organized jointly by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland and Secretary of State of the United States, to work toward a more secure and stable ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
REMARKS BY VICE PRESIDENT PENCE TO U.S. AND POLISH ARMED FORCES OF THE 33RD AIR BASE Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport Warsaw, Poland February 13 , 2019 VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: President Duda, Madam First Lady, Minister Błaszczak, and to all the members of the Armed Forces of Poland, all the members of the Armed Forces ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Mike Pence, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Warsaw, Poland February 14, 2019 FOREIGN MINISTER CZAPUTOWICZ: Prime ministers, ministers, ladies and gentlemen, I am honored to welcome you at the Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace and Security in the Middle East. The right time has come now to give a new impetus to the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
POLIN Museum of the History of the Polish Jews Warsaw, Poland 14 February 2019 VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: Mr. Prime Minister, thank you for the opportunity to meet with you. Israel is our cherished ally. And I bring greetings from your friend, the President of the United States, who is grateful for your leadership, grateful for ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Mike Pence, News
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Yemeni Foreign Minister Khaled Al Yamani in Warsaw on the margins of the Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace and Security in the Middle East. The ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Austrian Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl today in Warsaw on the margins of the Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace and Security in the Middle East. They discussed the importance ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 14, 2019 The text of the following statement was released by the Foreign Ministers of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The Foreign Ministers of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Bemowo Piskie Training Area Orzysz, Poland February 13, 2019 It’s truly an honor to be here alongside Foreign Minister Czaputowicz, Deputy Minister Lipinski, and the members of the NATO battle group, and my thanks also to Lieutenant Colonel Hebel for hosting us. It fills me with great pride ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Warsaw, Poland February 14, 2019 PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: I want to thank Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Vice President Mike Pence and the Trump administration for putting together an extraordinary conference. As you can see, Mr. Secretary, yesterday was a historical turning point. In a room of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Interview Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Sheraton Hotel Warsaw, Poland February 13, 2019 QUESTION: Secretary Pompeo, thank you very much for your time. Sir, how important Warsaw Mideast summit is for American-Polish relationship? Does it change a lot? SECRETARY POMPEO: First of all, Jan, thank you for having me on. I appreciate it. Look, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 13, 2019 Tackling the Region’s Most Challenging Problems There is no shortage of challenges in the Middle East. From weapons proliferation and humanitarian crises, to terrorism and energy security, these issues and others pose serious threats to stability in the region and to security around the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
By Jacek Czaputowicz and Michael R. Pompeo February 12, 2019 Solidarity is once again popular in Poland — though not in the way you might think. The concept that gave a name to the anti-communist movement in the 1980s now characterizes the strong partnership between Poland and the United States. And solidarity is what we ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
Belvedere Palace Warsaw, Poland 13 February 2019 PRESIDENT DUDA: Your Excellency, most distinguished Mr. Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence; distinguished Minister of National Defense; esteemed Mrs. Pence, the Second Lady of the United States; all distinguished guests led by the Ambassador of the United States to Poland; ladies and gentlemen: I am ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Press Availability Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Palace on the Island Warsaw, Poland February 12, 2019 MODERATOR: (Via interpreter) Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, at the joint press conference of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland, Professor Jacek Czaputowicz, and Secretary of State of the United States of America Mr. Mike ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
The Second Lady of the United States of America, Mrs. Karen Pence, will meet with patients of the Dziecięcy Szpital Kliniczny of the Uniwersyteckie Centrum Kliniczne, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny during the visit of the Vice President of the United States of America, Mike Pence, to Poland, February 13-15. Media are invited for a photo-op and taped ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Vice President of the United States
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson February 12, 2019 FACT SHEET SECRETARY POMPEO’S VISIT TO POLAND: HONORING SHARED HISTORY AND BUILDING FOR OUR FUTURE For decades, United States stood with Poles who were fighting for their political, economic, religious, and other human rights, just as we stand together today, as Allies. Thirty ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
STATEMENT BY ROBERT PALLADINO, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON February 7, 2019 Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Belgium, and Iceland Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Budapest, Bratislava, Warsaw, Brussels, and Reykjavik February 11–15. On February 11, he will arrive in Budapest, Hungary, where he will meet with Prime Minister Orban, Foreign Minister ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 February, 2019 | Topics:
Michael R. Pompeo, News, Press Releases
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 6, 2019 We, the Foreign Ministers and representatives of Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, met today in Washington to continue our work in support of the UN’s efforts to achieve a political solution to the conflict ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
February 6, 2019 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP TO THE MINISTERS OF THE GLOBAL COALITION TO DEFEAT ISIS State Department Washington, D.C. 3:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much, Mike. And you are doing a spectacular job. I say that on behalf of many people. It’s an honor to be here today at the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 February, 2019 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 6, 2019 The text of the following statement was released by the Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS/DAESH. Begin Text: We, the Ministers, Secretaries General, and Heads of Delegations of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, met in Washington today at the invitation ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 February, 2019 | Topics:
News
ZAGAN, Poland – The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, will transfer authority with 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, during a ceremony Feb. 12, 1:30 p.m., at the Zagan Cultural Palace. The ceremony officially recognizes the beginning of the fourth iteration of an armored brigade combat team in support of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 February, 2019 | Topics:
Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 4, 2019 We welcome the decision today by Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom to recognize Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela. We are also heartened ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 February, 2019 | Topics:
Michael R. Pompeo, News, Press Releases
On February 4, 2019, the U.S. Department of State released the fiscal year 2018 worldwide B visa refusal rates for individual countries. The visa refusal rate for Polish nationals for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2018 is 3.99 percent, a significant decrease from the fiscal year 2017 visa refusal rate of 5.92 percent. While ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 2, 2019 On December 4, 2018, the United States announced that the Russian Federation is in material breach of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, an assessment shared by all NATO Allies. The United States also provided notice that unless Russia returned to full ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 February, 2019 | Topics:
Michael R. Pompeo, News, Press Releases
Office of the Press Secretary February 1, 2019 Statement from the President Regarding the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty For far too long, Russia has violated the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty with impunity, covertly developing and fielding a prohibited missile system that poses a direct threat to our allies and troops abroad. Tomorrow, the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
Office of the Press Secretary January 31, 2019 National African American History Month, 2019 – – – – – – – By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
STATEMENT BY AMBASSADOR MOSBACHER ON THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT OF DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA In January 1919, the Republic of Poland and the United States of America established diplomatic relations. The first U.S. envoy to Poland, Hugh Gibson, presented his credentials to the newly ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 January, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
People, history, culture, sport, cuisine… or perhaps something totally different? Show us what best captures Polish-American relations to you and take part in our “100 Photos for 100 Years” contest on Twitter and Instagram for a chance to win prizes. The Embassy of the United States of America in Warsaw and the Embassy of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 January, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Education, News, U.S. & Poland
January 30, 2019 Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Europe in mid-February on behalf of President Donald Trump. The Vice President, accompanied by Second Lady Karen Pence, will visit Poland and Germany February 13-16, 2019. In Warsaw, Poland, the Vice President will give keynote remarks at the Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 January, 2019 | Topics:
Events, Mike Pence, News
Office of the Press Secretary January 27, 2019 Presidential Message on International Holocaust Remembrance Day On April 27, 1945, a young soldier of the 12th Armored Division of the United States Army wrote these astonishing words to his wife in the United States: “Although I may never talk about what I have witnessed today. I ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 January, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 11, 2019 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Poland to announce the Ministerial to Promote a Future of Peace and Security in the Middle East. Begin Text: We are pleased to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 January, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Government is commencing a partial shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations. The U.S. Embassy in Warsaw, U.S. Consulate General in Krakow, and U.S. Consular Agency in Poznan will continue providing services to U.S. Citizens during the shutdown. For now we expect to also continue providing visa and other consular services in Poland. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On December 18 at Warsaw’s renowned Muranów Cinema, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted a pre-screening of Green Book, an Oscar contending film starring Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen based on the courageous and adventurous tour of African-American concert pianist Dr. Donald Shirley and his Italian-American driver of Midwestern and southern America in the 1960’s. The pre-screening ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 20, 2018 Since at least 2014, Chinese cyber actors associated with the Chinese Ministry of State Security have hacked multiple U.S. and global managed service and cloud providers. These Chinese actors used this access to compromise the networks of the providers’ clients, including global companies located ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News, U.S. Secretary of State
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 19, 2018 Today, the Departments of State and the Treasury took joint action against Russia’s continued and blatant disregard for international norms. Specifically, the State Department added 12 individuals and entities to the List of Specified Persons (LSP) pursuant to Section 231 of the Countering America’s ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 11, 2018 Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will travel to Bratislava, Vienna, Sofia, Sarajevo, Skopje, and Warsaw from December 12-20. On December 12 in Bratislava, Slovakia, Deputy Secretary Sullivan will underscore the importance of U.S.-Slovak bilateral relations and urge senior Slovak officials to use ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 15, 2018 The United States participated in COP24 to protect U.S. interests, advance a level playing field for U.S. business, and promote the U.S. balanced approach to economic growth, energy security, and environmental protection. Judith Garber, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Oceans and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 December, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC December 15, 2018 The United States welcomes recent steps by the EU and its Member States to hold Russia accountable for its aggression against Ukraine. The European Parliament’s December 12 resolution reiterates the importance of Ukraine’s role in the European energy supply network and condemns the construction of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
More than 80 students from Krakow and surrounding areas showed off their knowledge of the United States during two recent trivia contests held on different days at the Pedagogical University in Krakow. Consulate staff and Fulbright students comprised the jury and ran the 4th annual contest. Primary School No. 1 in Bochnia beat out a dozen other junior teams on November 28th, while Senior High School No. 2 ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 December, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, Krakow, News
| Tags: education, students, U.s. Consulate General Krakow, Zoom in on America
Dr. Rich Baldauf, U.S. Embassy Warsaw Science Fellow from the EPA, and Izabela Misiewicz, US Embassy Warsaw, presented at a workshop for teachers who are running GLOBE programs at various schools throughout Poland. The workshop was designed to introduce the teachers to educational resources developed by the EPA for teaching about air pollution and its ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 December, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
On December 12, Embassy representatives from Public Affairs Section and Economic Section attended the Vital Voices Poland Christmas Breakfast for mentors, mentees and partners who support women empowerment, around 150 people representing business, academia, and diplomacy. Vital Voices President Elżbieta Raczkowska welcomed guests and introduced Mrs. Jolanta Kwaśniewska, former First Lady of the Republic of Poland ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Remarks Judith G. Garber Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Katowice, Poland December 12, 2018 President of COP 24, Excellencies, and Distinguished Delegates; I am so pleased to be with you today. I am grateful to our gracious hosts here in Poland for their hospitality, excellent preparation, and leadership. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 December, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC December 12, 2018 The United States stands in solidarity with France and condemns in the strongest terms the horrific act of terror in Strasbourg. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of those affected and with all the people of Strasbourg. We commend the work of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On December 8th, the U.S. Consulate General in Krakow organized “Poles and Americans – 100 Years Together”, a scavenger hunt-type City Game, highlighting the centennial of U.S.-Polish relations. Over 70 participants turned out on Saturday for a team building activity where players had to find hidden places and complete designated tasks, by using a series ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Education, Events, Krakow, News, Public Affairs
| Tags: city game, Consul General B. Bix Aliu, Kopiec Kosciuszki
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 11, 2018 On November 28, 2018, I designated Burma, China, Eritrea, Iran, North Korea, Pakistan, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, as Countries of Particular Concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 for having engaged in or tolerated ”systematic, ongoing, [and] egregious ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News
Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent to all persons, and committed ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
On December 6, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher attended the closing ceremonies for the Anakonda-18 (AN-18) multinational training exercise in Elblag, Poland, which also officially confirmed the successful validation of the Headquarters Multinational Division-North East (MND-NE) per the 2016 Warsaw NATO Summit. President Andrzej Duda, Defense Minister Mariusz Blaszczak and GENCOM General Jaroslaw Mika attended on behalf of the Polish government and military. Military ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, Military Cooperation, News
Office of the Press Secretary December 7, 2018 Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Our Nation was founded on the idea that our Creator endows each individual with certain unalienable rights. In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 4, 2018 Since 2013, the United States has raised its concerns with Russia regarding Russian development of a ground-launched cruise missile (NATO designator: SSC-8, Russian designator: 9M729) with a range capability between 500 and 5,500 kilometers on repeated occasions. These include more than 30 engagements at ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Office of the Press Secretary December 7, 2018 THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Well, thank you very much and this is a wonderful evening in a beautiful house called the White House. And thank you for being here. Melania and I are honored to welcome you to the White House and to wish all ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
We are pleased to announce the winner and finalists of the 2018 edition of the My America photo contest for participants of the Summer Work Travel program. All photos can be seen
HERE Winner – Bogusz Kluz “Have you ever been on Mars?” The other finalists include the following photos (names as given by participants) ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 December, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, Krakow, News, Travel & Tourism
| Tags: My America SWT photo contest
Special Briefing Jon M. Huntsman U.S. Ambassador to Russia Andrea L. Thompson Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Via Teleconference December 6, 2018 MS NAUERT: Thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks so much for joining us, and welcome to the State Department on-the-record call about INF. This call will be embargoed until the end of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2018 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND VICE PRESIDENT PENCE AT A HANUKKAH CELEBRATION THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much. How are you? (Applause.) You know our great Vice President and Karen Pence, two spectacular people. And they wanted to be here with us ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States, Vice President of the United States
The U.S. Embassy Warsaw invites the public to sign a condolence book for the late President Herbert Walker Bush at the Piękna 14a entrance between the hours of 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 6 and Friday, December 7.
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
12/04/2018 08:56 AM EST Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State German Marshall Fund Brussels, Belgium December 4, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Ian, for the kind introduction. Good morning to all of you; thank you for joining me here today. It’s wonderful to be in this beautiful place, to get a chance ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Michael R. Pompeo, News, Press Releases
Office of the Press Secretary December 3, 2018 TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: By this Message, I officially inform you of the death of George Herbert Walker Bush, the forty-first President of the United States. President George H.W. Bush led a life that exemplified what is truly great about America. As with so ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Office of the Vice President December 3, 2018 United States Capitol Rotunda Washington, D.C. REMARKS BY VICE PRESIDENT PENCE AT CEREMONY PRECEDING THE LYING IN STATE OF THE HONORABLE PRESIDENT GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH THE VICE PRESIDENT: Speaker Ryan, Leader McConnell, Leader Schumer, Leader Pelosi, members of Congress, distinguished guests, but most of all to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Vice President of the United States
Friday, November 30, 2018 Office of Press Relations Telephone: +1.202.712.4320 | Email: press@usaid.gov The United States Agency for International Development, represented by Administrator Mark Green, and the Government of the Republic of Poland, represented by the Minister-Member of the Council of Ministers, the Honorable Beata Kempa, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, November 26, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. & Poland
As part of the U.S. Embassy’s yearlong celebrations of 100 Lat Razem (100 Years Together) marking Poland’s rebirth 100 years ago and American support, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green attended the English language premiere of the play “Polish Fantasy” at the historic Ateneum Theater in downtown Warsaw on December 1. Created especially by the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
In a celebration of the memory of President Herbert Hoover and his friendship with Ignacy Paderewski, American pianist, Neal Larrabee, performed at the Opole Philharmonic at an event organized by the U.S. Consulate in Krakow and the Alumni Association in partnership with the Opole province on December 1. The concert was part of the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On November 28 at the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green and Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings attended a ceremony that posthumously awarded “The Righteous Among The Nations” medals to Poles who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust. The award ceremony was jointly ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 December, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Human Rights, News
Office of the Press Secretary December 1, 2018 ANNOUNCING THE DEATH OF GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES: It is my sorrowful duty to announce officially the death of George Herbert Walker Bush, the forty-first President of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 December, 2018 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, Events, News, President of the United States
Office of the Press Secretary December 2, 2018 Melania and I send our warmest greetings to our Jewish brothers and sisters in the United States, in Israel, and around the world celebrating Hanukkah. For eight nights, Jewish families and friends will come together to engage in the lighting of the menorah. This special tradition started ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 December, 2018 | Topics:
Donald J. Trump, Events, News, President of the United States
Office of the Press Secretary December 1, 2018 Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Europe District will host an “Event for Industry: Working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,” in Warsaw, Poland on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 starting at 8:30 a.m. hours. Media are invited to cover opening remarks by representatives from the U.S. Embassy and the Polish government starting at ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 29, 2018 The 24th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP24) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) will take place in Katowice, Poland, December 2-14, 2018. Judith Garber, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 November, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City November 26, 2018 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. This morning I spoke with President Trump and Secretary Pompeo and my statement reflects the concerns at the highest level of the American government. For the past ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC November 26, 2018 The United States expresses its deep concern over the incident in the Black Sea that occurred November 25 as Ukrainian vessels attempted to transit through the Kerch Strait. Reports that Russian vessels rammed and fired on the Ukrainian ships, injuring Ukrainian crewmen, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Michael R. Pompeo, News, U.S. Secretary of State
As part of the U.S. Embassy’s yearlong celebrations of 100 Lat Razem (100 Years Together) honoring Poland’s rebirth and American support 100 years ago, the Embassy supported the International Dance Theaters Festival in Lublin which brought American ballet dancers and directors to Poland from November 16-25. Held at Lublin’s spectacular Cultural Meetings Center, the international ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 November, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week activities, the U.S. Mission to Poland organized a three-city, weeklong speaker program on business development, entrepreneurship and innovation featuring Dr. Sharon Freeman, an advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce and founder and CEO of GEMS of Wisdom consulting firm. Dr. Freeman spoke on the importance of entrepreneurship as ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 November, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy is proud to support the “Women in Tech Summit” to be held at the Warsaw Expo on November 27-28. Organized by the non-profit Perspektywy Foundation, the “Women in Tech Summit” will provide a platform for women professionals in the technology sector to share their experiences, learn about career possibilities, and inspire each ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Economic Counselor, John Armstrong, kicks off Global Entrepreneurship Week and International Education Week at the Polish Chamber of Commerce (KIG) yesterday. KIG represents over 150 business organizations and yesterday held its 9th Annual Innovative Economy Congress, titled “New Dimensions of Work.” It is no accident that solid foundations in both education and entrepreneurial skills are ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Events, News
Since its founding in 1946 by
United States Senator J. William Fulbright , the Fulbright Program has become one of the most widely recognized and prestigious scholarships in the world. In the history of program, 59 Fulbright fellows from around the world went on to win the Nobel Prize while 37 others became heads of state. This year from Poland, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Office of the Press Secretary November 15, 2018 On America Recycles Day, our Nation renews its commitment to reducing, reusing, and recycling waste in ways that contribute to the continued growth of our economy and the responsible stewardship of our environment. The United States recycling rate has made tremendous progress over the last 50 years, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 November, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News, President of the United States
This year the U.S. Embassy’s Office of Agricultural Affairs proudly inaugurated its “Ameryka od Kuchni” program to raise awareness about U.S. foods, beverages, and ingredients among Poland’s culinary, retail, HORECA, and food processing stakeholders. Under this program, the Office of Agricultural Affairs coordinates with U.S. food and beverage industry partners to showcase high-quality U.S. products ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 November, 2018 | Topics:
Agriculture, Business, Economic Affairs, Events, Krakow, News, Trade, U.S. & Poland
| Tags: U.S.Embassy Warszw
As part of its continuing, nationwide 100 Lat Razem (100 Years Together) initiative to honor Poland’s rebirth in 1918 and American support, the Embassy is sponsoring the Paderewski Birthday Concert to be held at 3:00 pm on November 18 at the Muzeum Wnętrz in Otwock Wielki. Thanks to the Otwock Wielki branch of the National Museum of Warsaw, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 November, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On November 9 at Dom Spotkań z Historią, Public Affairs Counselor Frank Finver and Deputy Cultural Attaché Scott Whitmore participated in the final competition of the Karta Foundation’s “Peers of Independence” project that the Embassy sponsored and helped kick off in April. Established by the Karta Foundation to honor the centennial of Poland regaining its ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, History, News, U.S. & Poland
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Europe District will host an “Event for Industry: Working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,” in Warsaw, Poland on Tuesday, 04 December 2018 at 0830 hours. LOCATION: Warsaw Marriott Hotel Al. Jerozolimskie 65/79 00-697 Warsaw Poland PURPOSE: USACE Europe District has upcoming construction projects for ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 12, 2018 The United States joins our European Allies and partners in condemning the November 11 sham “elections” in Russia-controlled eastern Ukraine. Yesterday’s illegitimate processes were an attempt by Moscow to institutionalize its Donbas proxies, the so-called “Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics.” These entities have no ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
November 8, 2018 READOUT OF SECRETARY PERRY’S VISIT TO WARSAW, POLAND WARSAW, POLAND – Today, U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry visited Warsaw, Poland, the first stop on his four-country trip to Central and Eastern Europe. The Trump Administration is dedicated to growing our energy partnership with Poland, a key strategic ally of the United ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
On November 7, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green delivered opening remarks for a seminar on road safety in Poland entitled “Toward Zero Deaths: Reducing Traffic Fatalities in Poland” that was by the Embassy’s Foreign Commercial Service (FCS) on behalf of Minnesota-based 3M. Polish Ministry of Infrastructure Deputy Minister Mikołaj Wild; 3M Regional Director Alain ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: U.S. Embassy Warsaw
This year the 18th annual edition of International Education Week (
IEW ) takes place November 12-16.
IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Education that promotes the benefits of international education and exchange programs worldwide. Initially created so that America could inspire its students to study abroad,
IEW now encourages ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 November, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, News
On October 26, Ambassador Mosbacher kicked off the first ever PL+U.S. Youth Forum and officially opened the American Center Warsaw at Warsaw’s University of Technology. Minister for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Jadwiga Emilewicz and Warsaw University of Technology’s Vice-Rector for Science Rajmund Bacewicz joined the Ambassador at these major events. At the start of the PL+U.S. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
Press Releases: Joint Statement Following the Annual Bilateral U.S.-Polish Strategic Cooperation Consultative Group (SCCG) 11/05/2018 11:53 AM EST Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 5, 2018 Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Andrea Thompson, and Polish Under Secretary for Security Policy, Minister Bartosz Cichocki, co-chaired the bilateral Strategic Cooperation Consultative Group (SCCG) in Warsaw, Poland on November 5, 2018. The SCCG ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Joint Statement to the Permanent Council by the ‘Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists’ on International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists As delivered to the Permanent Council by Ambassador Eberhard Pohl, Head of the German Permanent Mission to the OSCE Vienna, November 1, 2018 Mr. Chairperson, I am pleased to make ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Next week, Secretary Perry will travel to Poland, Ukraine, Hungary and Czech Republic to build on his recent efforts to elevate American energy partnerships in the region, most recently at the Three Seas Summit in Romania. During the summit, the Secretary launched the Partnership for Transatlantic Energy Cooperation (P-TEC) which seeks to expand ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On October 30 the Embassy’s Public Affairs Counselor Frank Finver, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings, and Cultural Specialist Beata Milewska met with staff responsible for establishing the Warsaw Ghetto Museum projected to open in 2023. The Embassy officials learned about the project’s background and the Polish government’s preservation of an historic building that will house the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 31 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News
On October 30, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher delivered remarks at the Atlantic Council’s Central and Eastern Europe breakfast titled “Rise of the Digital Challengers: Digitization as the next growth engine for Central and Eastern Europe,” attended by Polish government and business leaders in the digital sector. The Ambassador noted that the digital economy is the future ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Business, Events, News
On October 25, Ambassador Mosbacher addressed 200 Polish teachers at the opening of the international conference “How to talk about Righteous? Representations in Culture, Meaning in Education” organized by the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw and co-sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Poland. In her opening remarks, Ambassador Mosbacher saluted ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Education, Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 27, 2018 HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence perpetrated at The Tree of Life Synagogue ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Secretary Pompeo outlined 12 requirements for the Islamic Republic of Iran to act like a normal state. With 11 days to go before the November 4 sanctions deadline, here’s a daily reminder for the regime. #11: The Iranian regime must stop enrichment and never pursue plutonium reprocessing. This includes closing its heavy water reactor.
White House Statement» Secretary’s Remarks» ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
The U.S. Embassy supported the 4th Congress of Persons with Disabilities which took place on October 25th in Warsaw. A grassroots and nonpartisan initiative, the Congress gathered several hundred activists who advocate for the rights of people with disabilities all over Poland. The Embassy’s Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings gave remarks at the Congress along with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 23, 2018 UNITED NATIONS DAY, 2018 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On United Nations Day, we recognize the many ways the United Nations has contributed to peace and security among nations. Since it was founded more than 70 years ago with the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 24 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
On October 18 Counselor for Public Affairs Frank Finver attended a ceremony at the Jewish cemetery in Kraśnik (Lubelskie region of Poland) unveiling a new monument honoring the lives of Jews who lived in Kraśnik before perishing during World War II and who comprised up to half of Kraśnik’s population. Monika Krawczyk, CEO of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 24 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Media Accreditation PRESS RELEASE PL+U.S. Youth Forum: “Better Together” and Opening of American Center Warsaw Media are invited to cover a U.S. Embassy and American Center Warsaw-hosted PL+U.S. Youth Forum for 300 Polish youth ages 16-25 taking place on Friday, October 26 starting at 9 a.m. at the Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 October, 2018 | Topics:
News
By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 October, 2018 | Topics:
News
The American Chamber of Commerce in Poland (AmCham) welcomed Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher to Poland at a reception in her honor at the Warsaw Marriott Hotel on October 16th. AmCham Chairman Tony Housh introduced the Ambassador to 150 AmCham members and guests, and presented her with her AmCham pin to inaugurate her term as Honorary Chair ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Business, Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 16, 2018 Begin text: On the occasion of the fifth meeting of the EU-U.S. Cyber Dialogue in Brussels on 10 September 2018, the European Union (EU) and United States reaffirmed their strong partnership in favour of a global, open, stable and secure cyberspace where the rule ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The Embassy is proud to support the advancement of women in the fields of technology and entrepreneurship. It is a co-sponsor of the Go Global event organized by the What If Foundation which the Google Campus Warsaw is hosting from 17:30 – 20:00 on October 17. Three prominent women leaders from Forbes 100 European Female ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 October, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Events, News
October 10th marked a very special day for the U.S. Embassy in Poland represented by Frank Finver, Public Affairs Officer, Alison Behling, ESTH Officer, and colleagues. That Wednesday, they joined Klub Gaja, Fundacja Nasza Ziemia, the city of Warsaw, and Lasy Panstwowe, and participated in a tree planting ceremony for the Festival of the Tree. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 October, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, Events, News
U.S. Government officials attended the 75th anniversary commemorating the revolt of prisoners at the Sobibor death camp in Nazi-occupied Poland organized by Poland’s Ministry of Culture and National Heritage on October 13. Susan Sandler, the U.S. Department of State’s Deputy Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues, led the official delegation that included diplomats from the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
As part of its ongoing, nationwide 100 Lat Razem initiative to honor Poland’s rebirth in 1918 and the support provided by the United States, the Embassy is supporting the Women for Paderewski concert to be held at 11:00 on October 20 at the Fine Arts Academy Scenography Department. The concert will feature performances by three ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 October, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Poland
The American Corner and National Museum in Gdańsk are delighted to invite you to attend the international conference Women’s Art – Photography as a Medium of Change which the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk will host on Friday, October 19. The conference will discuss the importance of photography in feminist art in the 20th ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 October, 2018 | Topics:
American Spaces, Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
The Embassy once again proudly supported the vibrant Polish-American music project URBANATOR DAYS, a unique opportunity for Poland’s artistically talented youth to unveil their musical skills on stage with top professional jazz musicians from Poland, Europe and the United States. Thanks to URBANATOR DAYS 2018, a project led by Poland’s world-renowned jazz musician Michał Urbaniak, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 October, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 10, 2018 GENERAL PULASKI MEMORIAL DAY, 2018 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Today, we pay tribute to the Polish immigrant and renowned military commander, General Casimir Pulaski, who gave his life for the cause of freedom during the American Revolutionary ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, History, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Poland
From October 3-5, Assistant Cultural Affairs Attache Scott Whitmore traveled through the Lubuskie Voivodeship for the U.S. Embassy’s 100 years/100 cities and towns outreach effort as part of our Sto Lat Razem campaign. Stops included school visits to Lubniewice, Sulęcin and Różanki for presentations on U.S. and Polish cooperation over the past 100 years and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 October, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
Schedule of Events: 9:00-10:00 Registration and networking in atrium 10:00-10:15 Opening Remarks in atrium 10:30-11:30 Opening presentations on four themes: Business and Innovation: “Working Together”, Presenter: Jadwiga Emilewicz, Minister of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (tbc) People-to-People: “Closer Together”, Presenter: Justyna Janiszewska, Executive Director of Fulbright Commission, Poland Democracy: “Engaging Together”, Presenter: Mateusz Komorowski, CEO ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 October, 2018 | Topics:
American Spaces, Events, News
A US Army Civil Affairs Team visited Second High School in Pulawy as part of the US Mission’s “100 Years/100 Cities” campaign to commemorate the role the United States played in Poland regaining independence in 1918. Over 60 English language students attended the presentation and engaged the U.S. soldiers during a question and answer period. Students ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Embassy, in cooperation with American Center Warsaw, has opened registration for the PL+U.S. Youth Forum, an interactive conference discussing the U.S. and Polish relationship in the 21st Century. The event will include interactive and inspirational presentations and panel discussions on Polish and U.S cooperation in the areas of security, trade, democracy and people ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 9 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. & Poland
On November 23 in Słupsk the Wojciech Kilar Polish Philharmonic Sinfonia Baltica will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the composer Leonard Bernstein’s birth with a special concert of American music. The Bernstein concert – one in a planned series of classical American music concerts – is also dedicated to the centennial of Poland’s rebirth as ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 October, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On September 29 Deputy Cultural Attaché Scott Whitmore attended the exciting graduation ceremony of students who completed their undergraduate and graduate programs at the University of Warsaw’s American Studies Center. It was the first time that the American Studies Center held an “American style” commencement ceremony which students themselves organized. The ceremony kicked off with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
The Embassy is pleased to support the 2018 Sopot Jazz Festival, one of the oldest jazz festivals in Poland, that runs from October 4-6. Two renowned American saxophonists, Roxy Coss and Lauren Sevian, will perform at the festival. Musician, composer, bandleader, educator and activist Roxy Coss has performed extensively around the world, including headlining at ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 October, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy to Poland is once again proud to support the American Film Festival (AFF) in Wroclaw whose 9th edition opens October 23 with the American hit film, A Star Is Born, the first directorial work by actor Bradley Cooper and starring Cooper – a three-time Oscar nominee – and the living music legend ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 October, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
On September 26 Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher visited the headquarters of the New York-based Kosciuszko Foundation, one of the oldest organizations of the Polish diaspora in the United States. Invited by the Kosciuszko Foundation’s leadership – President Marek Skulimowski, Chairman of the Board Alex Storozynski and Vice-Chairman of the Board Andrzej Rojek – Ambassador Mosbacher learned ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Education, Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 25, 2018 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP TO THE 73RD SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY United Nations Headquarters New York, New York (…) From Warsaw to Brussels, to Tokyo to Singapore, it has been my highest honor to represent the United States abroad. (…) ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 20, 2018 Today, the White House released its 2018 National Cyber Strategy, outlining the steps the federal government is taking to advance an open, secure, interoperable, and reliable cyberspace. Given the interconnected and global nature of cyberspace, the State Department engages in key diplomatic and programmatic ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
NATO’s highest Military Authority, the Military Committee, will meet from September 28-30, 2018, in Warsaw, Poland. The meeting will be hosted by the Chief of the Polish General Staff, Lieutenant General Rajmund Andrzejczak. The NATO Military Committee Conference enables the Chiefs of Defense to meet and discuss issues of importance to the Alliance. They will ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Global Coalition to Counter ISIS Holds Tenth Finance Working Group Meeting in Poland WARSAW, POLAND – On September 20-21, the Counter ISIS Finance Group (CIFG) convened its 52 member states and observers in Warsaw, Poland to discuss the ongoing global efforts to counter ISIS financing. The CIFG was established in January 2015 as one of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Warsaw participated in the 25th annual Clean Up the Earth event organized by Our Earth Foundation (Fundacja Nasza Ziemia) on September 21. Our Earth Foundation is a Polish NGO that specializes in ecological education aimed at saving and protecting the earth’s natural resources. This year’s theme was “Take Action – Separate ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 September, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, Events, News
Several Marines from the U.S. Embassy participated in the fourth annual charity run hosted by charity foundation STOWARZYSZENIE SZLAKIEM TĘCZY on the 15th of September. The U.S. Embassy has supported the charity organization in the past through its annual Toys for Tots campaign, which donates Christmas gifts to children in need.
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 24 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
U.S. Embassy Warsaw Charge d’Affairs Eric Green and Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development Undersecretary of State Rafał Romanowski welcomed officials from eight countries to a two-day (September 19-20) seminar on agro-terrorism and bioterrorism in Warsaw. The seminar is a bilateral effort by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Polish ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 September, 2018 | Topics:
Agriculture, Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 18, 2018 SAFEGUARDING FREEDOM, BUILDING PROSPERITY Through United States–Poland Strategic Partnership Poland and the United States share a common history and set of values that both nations hold dear. Recognizing that the international order is being challenged, the time is now for our nations to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
On September 16 at the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green gave remarks at a luncheon honoring the heroism of Polish Righteous who saved Jews during the Holocaust and Nazi occupation of Poland. Sponsored by the New York-based Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR), the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, History, Human Rights, News
For the first time ever, two Polish baseball players from Poland were selected for Major League Baseball’s elite European All-Star Cadet Camp that brings the best young baseball players from across Europe for an intensive training camp. Wojtek and Łukasz, who play in the Polish Baseball and Softball League under 15 division took part in ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 18, 2018 Melania and I send our warmest greetings to all Jewish people on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish faith. Yom Kippur is a day of atonement, prayer, and fasting, and is the last day of the Ten Days of Repentance. Yom Kippur ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Ambassador Mosbacher gave remarks on U.S.-Polish relations before 60 guests and media at residence on September 14 entitled “U.S. Ambassadors to Poland: From Hugh Gibson to Georgette Mosbacher – 100 Years and Beyond.” In her remarks, the Ambassador outlined her policy priorities, including greater economic cooperation and increased trade; energy diversification and security; and strengthening ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, History, News
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 17, 2018 Today we mark an event that forever altered the course of world history. On this day 231 years ago, the United States Constitution was signed in Philadelphia by the delegates to the Constitutional Convention, setting in motion the American experiment in limited government and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, History, News
The Embassy is pleased to once again support the Polish – American music project URBANATOR DAYS, a unique opportunity for musical youth to unveil their talent on stage with top professional jazz musicians from Poland, Europe and the United States. The project will include music workshops on Thursday, September 27 and a concert by Michal ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On September 14th, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green spoke at a reception in honor of Polish alumni of the Fulbright Program that the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission hosted in Warsaw. Academics from universities from all over Poland took part in the celebratory event. Both Deputy Chief of Mission Green and the Executive Director of the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
On September 14 at the National Museum in Warsaw, the U.S. Embassy, the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, and Homeland Security Investigations celebrated the return to Poland of the 1628 painting “Portrait of a Lady.” The painting was stolen by the Nazis from the National Museum in Warsaw during World War II and ended ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 15, 2018 On this International Day of Democracy, the United States reaffirms its unwavering belief in democracy as the form of government with the greatest capacity to advance peace, prosperity, and security, and to safeguard the universal human rights, fundamental freedoms, and dignity of every person. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher met with U.S. and Polish soldiers in Powidz on September 12 to learn about infrastructure improvements to the airfield and future expansion. U.S. Army Europe’s rotational deployments to Poland enhance deterrence and increase interoperability among NATO Allies. US military presence also fulfills the United States’ 2014 and 2016 NATO Summits commitments to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
The New York-based Kościuszko Foundation has announced a
new call for applications for fellowships and grants for advanced study, research, and/or teaching at universities and other institutions of higher learning in the United States. One of this year’s awards is the new “Centennial Award” which will honor the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Poland and the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
Primary Contact: 1LT Christina Shoptaw Ph#: +1 865-236-7461 Email:
christina.m.shoptaw.mil.@mail.mil Task Force Raider, 2/278th ACR Wednesday, September 12, 2018 BEMOWO PISKIE, Poland— The NATO Enhanced Presence Forward Battle Group Poland is set to replace commanders and units in a transfer of authority scheduled for September 20, 2018. Battle Group Poland commanded by U.S. Army Lt. Col. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher delivered remarks during a 9/11 commemorative ceremony in Skaryszewski Park, Warsaw, organized by the District of Praga-Poludnie and co-hosted by District Mayor Tomasz Kucharski (Burmistrz Dzielnicy Praga-Południe) and Chairman of the Praga-Poludnie District Council Marcin Klus. During her remarks, Ambassador Mosbacher read a statement by the White House commemorating the date: “The ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC September 10, 2018 Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, and Tyrone ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 10, 2018 In Ukraine, Ambassador Brownback will meet with government officials and religious leaders to discuss efforts to protect and promote religious freedom. In Poland, Ambassador Brownback will attend the 2018 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe as part ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 7, 2018 National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During the National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we pause to honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 innocent people who were murdered by radical ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
On September 7, a day after Georgette Mosbacher was credentialed by Poland’s President Andrzej Duda, the United States’ new – and 28th – Ambassador to the Republic of Poland familiarized herself more with Poland’s history and culture during a visit to the Warsaw Rising Museum, Castle Square, and Dom Spotkań z Historią. In between these ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
WARSAW, 6 September 2018 – Some 1,500 representatives of governments and civil society from the OSCE’s participating States and partner States will gather in Warsaw for a two-week meeting beginning on 10 September. They will review the implementation of the commitments adopted by their governments in the fields of human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 7, 2018 Ambassador Michael G. Kozak will lead the U.S. delegation to the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), to be held in Warsaw, Poland, September 10-21, 2018. This annual meeting will bring together hundreds of civil ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 9, 2018 Melania and I wish all Jewish people Shana Tova and send our warmest greetings to those celebrating Rosh Hashanah and the start of the High Holy Days. Rosh Hashanah is the beginning of the New Year in the Jewish faith. Far and wide, the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
On September 6. U.S. Ambassador to Poland Georgette Mosbacher was officially credentialed by President Andrzej Duda in a ceremony at Belweder Palace. Following the credentialing ceremony, Ambassador Mosbacher laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Pilsudski Square.
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
The State Department is pleased to invite nominations for the Winter 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Scholars on U.S. National Security Policymaking. The six week-long Institute will take place from January 3 to February 15, 2019 at the University of Delaware in Newark, DE. The U.S. Embassy invites Polish candidates to apply ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
On August 31, 2018 Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings met with the mentees of the EducationUSA Advisory Program. The students came to Warsaw from all over Poland for a training related to preparing their successful application to universities and colleges in the United States. The high school mentorship program was prepared by the U.S. Embassy in cooperation ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 September, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, News
Several representatives from the U.S. Embassy’s Offices of the Defense Attaché and Defense Cooperation attended a ceremony in memory of the sacrifices of the Blue Army on Saturday 2 at the Blue Army Memorial in Warsaw. The event recognized contributions by some 25,000 Americans who volunteered for duty in France during WWI, and was attended ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Embassy would like to wish all of our 43 Polish FLEX students a successful year in their American high schools and with their host families as they begin their exchange in the United States. The students were selected based on their leadership and civic engagement and come from towns across Poland. They will ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Touch ‘n’ Go Band performed to a sold-out audience at the 2018 Radom Fashion Show on August 25. The band performed a repertoire of today’s popular American, chart-topping hits! The annual fashion show promoted emerging talented designers and offered them networking opportunities with established fashion entrepreneurs. The event also ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 August, 2018 | Topics:
American Spaces, Events, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary August 28, 2018 President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome President Andrzej Duda and First Lady Agata Kornhauser-Duda of Poland for their first official visit to the White House on September 18, 2018. The visit takes place as Poland celebrates the centennial year of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 August, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy Warsaw invites the public to sign a condolence book for the late Senator John McCain at the Piękna 14a entrance between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, August 31st.
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Illinois National Guard (ILNG) Commander Major General Richard J. Hayes received the Commander’s Cross and Star of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland from President Andrzej Duda for his contribution to Poland’s defense and sovereignty on August 15 during a ceremony at the Presidential Palace. General Hayes commented that the medal reflects ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary August 13, 2018 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS REBUILDING AND READYING OUR MILITARY TO DEFEND AGAINST ALL THREATS “We must protect those who protect us. When our service members are in uniform, it is our obligation to ensure that they have the finest equipment, the finest training, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Office Phone: +49 (0) 162.105.1250
www.eur.army.mil |
kimberly.d.calkins.mil@mail.mil DRAWSKO POMORSKIE TRAINNG AREA, Poland – The closing ceremonies for Resolute Castle 18 will be held at the Drawsko Pomorskie Training Area, Poland, at 10 a.m. Aug. 27, 2018. Resolute Castle 18 is a six-month exercise supported by the South Carolina National Guard, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
The U.S. Embassy invites teachers and educators to apply for participation in the Holocaust Teacher Training program which takes place annually in June and July. For more than a decade, the U.S. Department of State, in cooperation with the Association of Holocaust Organizations (AHO) in New York, has helped organize summer teacher-training programs in the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 13 August, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, Human Rights, News
STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON August 8, 2018 Imposition of Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act Sanctions on Russia Following the use of a “Novichok” nerve agent in an attempt to assassinate UK citizen Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia Skripal, the United States, on August 6, 2018, determined under the Chemical and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 10 August, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
08/07/2018 06:40 PM EDT Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 7, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke on the phone with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko today to discuss a range of bilateral issues. Secretary Pompeo reiterated strong U.S. support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 August, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
On August 1, Chargé d’affaires Eric Green participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Monument of the Polish Underground and Homeland Army in Warsaw in honor of the 74th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising. Participants in the ceremony included the Mayor of Warsaw, Deputy Speaker of the Sejm, Head of the Association of Polish Underground ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 August, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News
Press Release: Remarks at the Close of the Ministerial Advancing Religious Freedom Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC July 26, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. Since the earliest days of his presidency, President Trump has directed his administration to advance and defend the rights of religious freedom at ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Airmen and Soldiers were deployed for one month to Krzesiny Air Base, Poland, in July, to test their ability to rapidly setup facilities, equipment and vehicles as part of the European Contingency Air Operations Sets effort. A first for the U.S., this effort sets the standard for future exercises and real world Deployable Air Base ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
To mark the fifteenth anniversary of the Singer Festival, the famous Israeli – American guitarist
David Broza will appear for the first time in Poland for a solo concert at the On the Water Theater at the Royal Lazienki Park. A multi-platinum artist, who performs in Hebrew, Spanish, English, and Arabic, Broza is well known for his ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 27 July, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC July 25, 2018 Russia, through its 2014 invasion of Ukraine and its attempted annexation of Crimea, sought to undermine a bedrock international principle shared by democratic states: that no country can change the borders of another by force. The states of the world, including Russia, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 26 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
On July 20 in Gdansk, PAO Frank Finver officially opened a photo exhibition of the American artist Jacqueline Livingston, entitled In the shade of Feminism. On the fringes of American Art of the 1960s and 1970s at the National Museum in Gdansk Gallery of Photography Zielona Brama. Mr. Finver was joined by the guardians of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 July, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
U.S. Embassy has launched the pilot edition of the FLEX Mentoring Program. It is a year-long mentoring program aimed at connecting FLEX program alumni with senior alumni of other U.S. Government sponsored exchange programs for a unique professional development opportunity. It is funded by U.S. Embassy Warsaw and carried out with a partnering organization – ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 July, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, News
Economic officers stationed at U.S. embassies and diplomatic missions around the world prepare annual reports analyzing 170 foreign markets to help U.S. companies make informed business decisions. This year’s reports feature a new, streamlined format to help U.S. companies more easily access information about countries that have implemented business-friendly reforms, export opportunities around the world, as well ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 July, 2018 | Topics:
Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, News, Trade
On Friday, the Ambassador invited 8-year old Tadzio Osko from Warsaw, Poland to the U.S. Embassy. Tadzio had written a letter to Ambassador Jones, showing his passion for space. In his letter, Tadzio expressed his wish to eventually join NASA and become the first human to walk on Mars. Tadzio and his parents visited the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
After commissioning through ROTC, COL Hough served as in 3-187th IN, 3rd IBCT, 101st ABN Division (AASLT). Upon successful completion of his first assignment, COL Hough attended the Infantry Maneuver Captains Career Course (MCCC), where he received orders to XVIII Airborne Corps, Ft. Bragg, N.C. While assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps, COL Hough served in ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 July, 2018 | Topics:
Military Cooperation, News
The U.S. Mission to Poland is excited to announce the 2018 edition of the “My America: Summer Work Travel” photo contest. We invite Polish Summer Work Travel participants to submit photographs that highlight their experience in America. Photographs may focus on the natural environment, culture, people, or places in the United States, among other subjects. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 July, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, News
| Tags: photo contest, photography, Summer Work Travel
Scott Whitmore, deputy cultural attache, met with young leaders of social projects who took part in the Equal Opportunities Program of the Polish-American Freedom Foundation. Scott Whitmore talked to them, among others, about the US educational system and learning opportunities in the United States. The program in which young people participated was a week-long training ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 17 July, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
On Monday July 16 U.S. Embassy Warsaw and American Councils for International Education launched a mentoring program for alumni of the 2016/2017 and 2017/2018 FLEX exchange. FLEX exchange participants get scholarships to go to the USA for a year to study at an American high school and stay with an American host family. The FLEX ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 July, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
Ambassador Jones recently met with 43 high school students who are departing to the U.S. for the 3rd edition of the FLEX (Future Leaders Exchange Program) in Poland. Highlighting the unique opportunity these students will have while in the United States, Ambassador Jones challenged the students “to be ambassadors of Poland while in the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 16 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
On Tuesday Ambassador Paul Jones hosted a reception for sixteen American teachers who are in Poland to explore the relationship between the United States and Poland and learn about the Polish educational system, culture and rich history. Ambassador Jones summed up the goal of this exchange best by telling the educators that “the experiences you ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
On July 7, a perfect summer Saturday, the U.S. Embassy Warsaw, American Center Warsaw and Dom Spotkan z Historia (History Meeting House, DSH) jointly organized a public event in downtown Warsaw, celebrating both July 4th and the centennial of Poland regaining its independence. The picnic took place in the historic center of Warsaw and attracted over 8,000 ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 12 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, American Spaces, Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
Polish Central Bureau of Investigation (CBSP) police officers cooperated with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Pakistani Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) in order to prevent the 61.2 million PLN worth of substances from being distributed. Over 3 tons of hashish and 517 kilograms of APAA/BMK (amphetamine precursor) were seized as the result of an ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On June 26, the Center for American Law Studies at the University of Warsaw (CALS) celebrated the 20th anniversary of its establishment by holding an international gathering of legal professionals at the “Poland-U.S. Conference on the Rule of Law.” Held at the premises of the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of Law and Administration, the anniversary ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
July 1, 2018 U.S. Marines took part in a family picnic in Radom opening the “Kameralne Lato” festival. This year it is the 11th edition of “Kameralne Lato” – the National Film Meetings, which consists of a series of film and educational meetings (more:
www.kameralnelato.pl ). During the event there was an opportunity to learn about ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 3 July, 2018 | Topics:
American Spaces, Events, News
Ambassador Jones closed out the first edition of the Civic UP Academy with remarks to 27 Polish high school students, FLEX alumni and NGO partners, stating “how important it is for young people like those gathered here today to help rejuvenate the close relationship between Poland and the United States and to be active members ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 29, 2018 This week’s World Gas Conference in Washington, DC, reinforced the fundamental importance of countries and regions employing a diverse matrix of fuels, source countries and delivery routes to enhance their energy security. Over the last week, U.S. officials underscored the strong U.S. opposition to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 2 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The U.S. Embassy and the American Center Warsaw invite you to join us on Saturday, July 7th for a celebration of U.S. Independence Day and the 100 year bond between Poland and the United States. The event will take place from 12 PM to 8 PM at Jan Twardowski Square in Warsaw, by Krakowskie Przedmieście! ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, American Spaces, Art & Culture, Events, News
We welcome yesterday’s announcement that Poland’s natural gas company PGNiG has signed agreements with Venture Global LNG and Port Arthur LNG to export U.S. liquefied natural gas to Poland over the next twenty years. We view these agreements as a major step toward increased U.S. energy exports to Poland and Europe, a key objective for ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson June 27, 2018 STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON Legislation in Poland Regarding Crimes Committed During the Holocaust The United States welcomes the Polish Parliament’s passage of amendments to its Institute of National Remembrance Law. This action underscores Poland’s commitment to open debate, freedom of speech and academic inquiry. The Holocaust and the ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
By U.S. Mission Poland | 24 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
As part of the Batory High School’s end-of-year celebrations on June 22, Ambassador Jones spoke to students at one of the oldest and most prestigious high schools in Warsaw, highlighting the role the United States played in helping Poland regain independence 100 years ago. Ambassador Jones also discussed the longstanding bilateral relationship between Poland and ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
On June 21, Ambassador Jones signed a Letter of Support, titled “Together for the Environment,” for the common implementation of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and in support of UNEP/GRID Warsaw in partnership with the UN Environment Program. The director of UNEP/GRID Warsaw, Maria Andrzejewska, also attended the signing and shared updates from ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Environment, Events, News
On June 19 in Białystok, the American duo Elizabeth Schwartz and Peter Stan from New York performed the grand finale at the closing gala of the 11th edition of the Zachor Festival of Jewish Culture. The Zachor Festival, which took place this year from June 16-19, celebrates the rich Jewish cultural heritage in northeastern Poland. It was ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 June, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
Civic Up! Academy is a one week camp that offers instruction on U.S. civics and civic engagement for Polish high school students who are already actively engaged in their local communities Organized by the United States Embassy in Poland in cooperation with the Center for Citizenship Education and the Rural Development Foundation, “Civic UP! is ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 June, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
BEMOWO PISKIE, POLAND 06.20.2018 Story by 2nd Lt. Robert Bannon 2d Cavalry Regiment Educational opportunities abound in the U.S. Army, enriching Soldiers who actively seek them out and reap their benefits. Even in the midst of a six-month rotation in Bemowo Piskie, Poland as part of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence initiative, Soldiers from the 1st ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
By: Ensign Cody L. Keim GDYNIA, Poland – The Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) and embarked Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in Gdynia, Poland, June 22, 2018, for a scheduled port visit to enhance U.S.-Poland relations as the two NATO allies work together for a ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Commanding officer of the Naval Support Facility Redzikowo Captain Scott C. McClelland spoke with high school students from Gdańsk about Polish-American security cooperation and the future of NATO. CAPT McClelland also provided an overview of his military and civil career, travels and everyday life at Redzikowo base as well as shared personal insights on the importance of ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On June 17 the City of Słupsk held its second edition of “Ziemia Słupska,” a popular and colorful festival of folklore groups that the U.S. Embassy helped to support. The festival featured 21 musical folk ensembles that performed music from various regions. The festival also included sounds and sights from America, with the Huu-Ska Luta ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 20 June, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Events, News
On June 18 at the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage in Warsaw, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Culture Piotr Gliński held a ceremony honoring five individuals who have contributed to the successful repatriation of looted Polish art stolen during World War II. Among those he honored was Assistant Legal Attaché James Brown from ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 18 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs The Heritage Foundation Washington, DC June 5, 2018 Good morning everyone, it’s really great to see a lot of friends in the audience and I appreciate you all being here today. I’d like to thank Heritage Foundation for inviting me to speak today. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 15 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Speeches
The 11th edition of Zachor Festival of Jewish Culture will take place in Białystok, Poland from June 16-19. This year’s festival, “Zachor – Color and Sound,” will present three performers from the United States. On Monday, June 18, the vocalist and guitar player Gerard Edery (
https://www.gerardedery.com ) will perform a concert of Sephardic songs with ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On June 8, Deputy Chief of Mission John Law and Embassy personnel attended the graduation ceremony for 45 U.S. Fulbright fellows who are concluding their work and research in Poland. Hosted by the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission in the majestic Tyszkiewicz-Potocki Palace that houses the Museum of the University of Warsaw, the ceremony honored the work, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
U.S. Embassy Zagreb will be hosting annual Startup Camp program this September and applications are now open. The Startup Camp is a 5-day program that provides extraordinary mentoring from successful entrepreneurs and investors from Croatia and the United States. The projects will be evaluated by venture capitalists, business angels, businessmen, and the best teams will ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Events, News
On June 5, Professor Robert Blobaum of West Virginia University spoke to a group of international relations and cultural diplomacy students at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw. Professor Blobaum is a U.S. historian who researches Polish history around the time of World War I and he presented American views on the war and Poland ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, History, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary June 8, 2018 Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation More than two centuries ago, on June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress formally adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of our ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
On June 5th Cultural Affairs Officer Dan Hastings visited Poland’s parliament (Sejm) where he gave a presentation on the U.S. diplomatic mission’s ongoing “100 Years Together” initiative across Poland. He was cordially hosted by Małgorzata Wypych, the head of Polish Sejm’s Parliamentary Group for Polish-US Relations, and six other Members of Parliament who belong to ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 8 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
On May 30 Ambassador Jones hosted a dinner for a delegation led by the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) and representatives from the Polish government and organizations promoting Jewish culture and history. During their tour of the region, the delegation visited Holocaust memorial sites in Ukraine and Poland, and other historical sites and museums. The ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 7 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, History, Human Rights, News
Mission Poland hosted MSNBC anchor Richard Lui from May 21-24 as an expert media speaker. During his visit to Poland, he spoke to students at the University of Warsaw and the College of Social and Media Culture in Torun on the changing media landscape and challenges in the 21st century. He also met with civil ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Primary Contact: Capt. Anna Bielek-Pestka Ph#: +48- 723-251-615 Email:
15bz.rzecznik@ron.mil.pl 15th Mechanized Brigade BEMOWO PISKIE, Poland— The NATO Enhanced Presence Forward Battle Group Poland is set to replace commanders in a change of command ceremony scheduled for July 14, 2018. Battle Group Poland commanded by U.S. Army Lt. Col. Adam Lackey and commander of 1st Squadron, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 6 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Primary Contact: Capt. Anna Bielek-Pestka Ph#: +48- 723-251-615 Email:
15bz.rzecznik@ron.mil.pl 15th Mechanized Brigade 4 June 2018 BEMOWO PISKIE, Poland– Soldiers from the NATO Enhanced Presence Battle Group Poland participated in the opening ceremony of Saber Strike 18 on Monday, June 4, 2018. The opening ceremony signified the start of the eighth iteration of a long-standing U.S. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 5 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 1, 2018 The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. In many parts of the world, LGBTI individuals ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 4 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 31, 2018 As a highly connected nation, the United States depends on the open, interoperable, reliable, and secure global Internet. Through its diplomatic efforts, international engagement, and coordination on behalf of the U.S. government, the U.S. Department of State advances U.S. objectives in cyberspace ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
BALTOPS 18 exercise will take place in the Baltic Sea region from June 3 – 15, in which 4,700 sailors and marines from 20 NATO member and two NATO partner countries will participate. 2018 marks the 46th edition of the biggest naval exercise in the Baltic region. BALTOPS is an annual joint, multinational maritime exercise ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases
The 2d Cavalry Regiment will depart in roughly 40 convoys from Rose Barracks, Germany and conduct a tactical road march through the eastern portion of Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Latvia from May 28 to June 23, 2018. This movement will consist of more than 1,000 Strykers and other military vehicles in support ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 31, 2018 National Ocean Month, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The United States is a nation whose identity, wealth, and security are inextricably linked with the ocean and coastal waters. From sea to shining sea, Americans benefit from ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Executive Summary The constitution provides for freedom of religion and states that religion is a personal choice, and all churches and religious organizations have equal rights. An agreement with the Holy See determines relations with the Roman Catholic Church and grants it privileges not accorded to other religious groups. Statutes adopted because of agreements between ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 30 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Human Rights, News, Reports, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Ironhorse Public Affairs Office Phone: +48 510-905-076
www.facebook.com/1stABCT1stCD |
lloyd.e.bedford2.mil@mail.mil ZAGAN, Poland – The 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team “Dagger Brigade,” 1st Infantry Division, will conduct a relief in place ceremony with the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team “Ironhorse Brigade,” 1st Cavalry Division, at 10 a.m. June 4, at the Zagan Cultural Palace in downtown Zagan. During ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 25, 2018 PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2018 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On Memorial Day, we pause in solemn gratitude to pay tribute to the brave patriots who laid down their lives defending peace and freedom while in military ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 29 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Chargé D’affaires John Law, addressing an audience of 350 young students from high schools and universities across Poland at the 2nd annual Young Leaders Conference held May 24-25 at the Palladium Theater, spoke about his diplomatic career as well as “the importance of youth in renewing the strong relationship shared between Poland and the United ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Events, News
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC May 24, 2018 The United States has complete confidence in the findings of the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) as presented today by the Dutch Public Prosecutor: the missile launcher used to shoot down Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 originated from the 53rd Anti-aircraft Brigade of the Russian Federation, ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
The Embassy is pleased to announce its support and sponsorship of the 14th Jewish Motifs International Film Festival which opens at 7:00 pm on May 23 in Warsaw’s Muranow Cinema and runs through May 27. The opening night features a screening of the 2017 Polish production The Prince and the Dybuk by directors Elwira Niewiera ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 May, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
On May 15, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings visited Łazarski University in Warsaw where he met with second and third year international relations and law students as part of the U.S. Embassy’s ongoing “100 Years Together: People, History, Future” initiative. Highlighting that the connections between America and Poland date back to America’s founding and the contributions ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 23 May, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 21, 2018 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael Pompeo met with Polish Foreign Minister Jacek Czaputowicz on May 21 in Washington. During the meeting, Secretary Pompeo congratulated Foreign Minister Czaputowicz on the centennial of Poland’s restored independence and thanked Poland for its leadership ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 22 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Office Phone: 0611-143-537-0009 | DSN: (314) 537-0009
www.eur.army.mil |
donald.t.wrenn.civ@mail.mil WIESBADEN, Germany – Exercise Saber Strike 18 will be held June 3-15 at training areas in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. Approximately 18,000 participants from 19 different countries will participate in the eighth iteration of the exercise spread across the four countries. ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Military Cooperation, News
On May 11, the award-winning American artist Amy Karle and participants of the first ever Arts Incubator program in Poland presented their final exhibition – Layers of Life – at the internationally acclaimed Copernicus Science Center in Warsaw. The exhibition, which runs through May 27 in the Copernicus Center Pavilion located on the banks of the Vistula River – ...
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By U.S. Mission Poland | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Amy Karle
![U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg deliver opening remarks at the NATO Foreign Ministerial at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on April 4, 2019. [State Department photo by Ron Przysucha/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/23/pompeonato_small-750x450.jpg "U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg deliver opening remarks at the NATO Foreign Ministerial at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on April 4, 2019. [State Department photo by Ron Przysucha/ Public Domain]")
