News from 2018


Embassy supports Polish youth through historical research competition

On November 9, at Dom Spotkań z Historią, Public Affairs Counselor Frank Finver and Deputy Cultural Attaché Scott Whitmore attended the final event of the Karta Foundation’s “Peers of Independence” project.


U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hosts industry event in Warsaw

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Europe District is set to host an industry event in Warsaw, Poland, on December 4, 2018.


US condemns elections in Russian-controlled eastern Ukraine

The United States, in alignment with European allies and partners, has condemned the elections held on November 11 in eastern Ukraine, territories controlled by Russia.


Conference addresses road safety issues in Poland

On November 7, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green delivered opening remarks for a seminar on road safety in Poland titled "Toward Zero Deaths: Reducing Traffic Fatalities in Poland."


International Education Week highlights global opportunities for students

This year marks the 18th annual International Education Week (IEW), scheduled from November 12 to 16.


American Center Warsaw opens amid PL+U.S youth forum at university

On October 26, Ambassador Mosbacher inaugurated the first PL+U.S. Youth Forum and officially opened the American Center Warsaw at Warsaw’s University of Technology.


OSCE countries urge protection for journalists facing violence worldwide

On November 1, 2018, Ambassador Eberhard Pohl delivered a statement to the Permanent Council on behalf of the 'Group of Friends for the Safety of Journalists.'


Embassy officials discuss plans for Warsaw Ghetto Museum

On October 30, Embassy officials met with staff responsible for establishing the Warsaw Ghetto Museum, which is expected to open in 2023.


International conference focuses on educating Polish teachers about Holocaust

Ambassador Mosbacher addressed 200 Polish teachers at the opening of an international conference titled "How to talk about Righteous?


Mosbacher discusses digital economy at Atlantic Council event

On October 30, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher spoke at the Atlantic Council's Central and Eastern Europe breakfast.


U.S. Embassy backs disability congress in Warsaw

The U.S. Embassy in Warsaw supported the 4th Congress of Persons with Disabilities, which was held on October 25 in the Polish capital.


Jewish cemetery commemoration held in Kraśnik

On October 18, a ceremony took place at the Jewish cemetery in Kraśnik, located in the Lubelskie region of Poland.


Youth forum highlights US-Poland relations; opens American Center Warsaw

The U.S. Embassy and American Center Warsaw are set to host a PL+U.S. Youth Forum, titled "Better Together," on October 26.


Ambassador Mosbacher welcomed by American Chamber of Commerce in Poland

The American Chamber of Commerce in Poland (AmCham) hosted a reception at the Warsaw Marriott Hotel on October 16 to welcome Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher.


EU-U.S. Cyber Dialogue focuses on global cybersecurity cooperation

The European Union and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to a secure cyberspace during the fifth EU-U.S. Cyber Dialogue held in Brussels on September 10, 2018.


Global Entry opens for German citizens with streamlined process

German citizens interested in joining the Global Entry program can now start their application process.


Customs and Border Protection outlines procedures for travelers with expired documents

CBP is a major component of the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on preventing terrorists and their weapons from entering the U.S. The agency also secures the border, facilitates lawful trade and travel, and enforces numerous U.S. laws...