U.S. Embassy in Ecuador
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Ecuador
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US promotes child online safety with iGuardian project in Ecuador
The United States is actively promoting online safety for children in Ecuador, coinciding with Children's Day.
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U.S. Mission offers grants for democracy projects targeting Ecuadorian youth
The U.S. Mission to Ecuador has announced a funding opportunity aimed at promoting democratic values among the youth in Ecuador.
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U.S. provides field hospitals worth $2.1M to aid landslide-affected Alaus
The United States has delivered two field hospitals to Ecuador's Ministry of Health, with a total value of $2.1 million.
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Former comptroller general of Ecuador convicted for bribery and money laundering
A federal jury in Miami has found Carlos Ramon Polit Faggioni, the former Comptroller General of Ecuador, guilty of his involvement in a large-scale international bribery and money laundering operation.
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U.S. Consulate offers services in Cuenca on May 20-21
The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil has announced that its representatives will offer notarial and passport services in Cuenca on May 20 and 21, 2024.
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U.S. Mission announces federal benefits services visit to Ecuador
The U.S. Mission in Ecuador has announced that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will be visiting Guayaquil and Quito to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
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Embassy of Mexico hosts events in Ecuador
Events at the Embassy of Mexico in Ecuador took place recently, as detailed in a press statement from Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson.
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US expands Peace Corps volunteer presence in Ecuador
The United States has expanded its Peace Corps presence in Ecuador with the recent swearing-in of 19 new volunteers.
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U.S. Mission announces funding opportunity for LGBTQI+ refugee support in Ecuador
The U.S. Mission in Ecuador, in partnership with the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), has announced an opportunity for funding through the Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2024.
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US-Ecuador dialogue focuses on democracy promotion and regional cooperation
The Governments of the United States and Ecuador released a joint statement following their High-Level Dialogue held at the Department of State in Washington, D.C., on March 13-14, 2024.
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U.S.-sponsored program enhances English skills for Ecuadorian public school teachers
The Ecuador Habla Inglés (EHI) program, sponsored by the United States Government, is making strides in enhancing English language skills among public school teachers in Ecuador.
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U.S. Embassy seeks citizen liaison volunteers for assistance roles
The U.S. Embassy in Quito is seeking volunteers to serve as Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLVs), previously known as Wardens.
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US highlights commitment to gender equality on International Women's Day
The United States government has reaffirmed its dedication to gender equality on International Women’s Day by supporting initiatives in Ecuador that promote inclusion and the empowerment of women.
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Social Security payments suspended due to missing documentation
Many individuals have reported not receiving their Social Security payments for February.
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International Women of Courage Awards honor global advocates at White House
The annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards ceremony is set to take place on March 4, 2024, at the White House.
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US-Ecuador agreement supports Quito's shift to sustainable transportation
The United States and Ecuador have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance Quito's transportation system, aiming for sustainability and equity.
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U.S. sanctions target Ecuadorian gang Los Choneros amid rising violence
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on Los Choneros, a violent gang in Ecuador, and its leader José Adolfo Macías Villamar, also known as "Fito."
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U.S. Assistant Secretary Robinson plans visit to Ecuador for anti-crime discussions
Assistant Secretary Todd D. Robinson from the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is set to visit Ecuador from February 7 to 9.
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U.S.-Ecuador mission invites NGO proposals for Julia Taft Refugee Fund
The U.S. Mission in Ecuador, in partnership with the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), has announced an opportunity for non-governmental organizations to submit proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2024.
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U.S. delegation visits Ecuador to discuss security cooperation
Special Presidential Advisor for the Americas, Christopher Dodd, will lead a U.S. delegation to Ecuador from January 22 to 25.