News from February 2019
U.S. urges Russia to identify organizers behind Boris Nemtsov's assassination
By Globe Banner | Feb 28, 2019
Four years have passed since the assassination of Boris Nemtsov, a former Russian Deputy Prime Minister and prominent figure in Russia's democratic movement.
U.S. Department highlights efforts against global wildlife crime on World Wildlife Day
By Globe Banner | Feb 28, 2019
The United Nations has designated March 3 as World Wildlife Day to promote awareness of the planet's wild animals and plants.
U.S. Embassy supports fifth annual Maker Faire Cairo in Giza
By Globe Banner | Feb 28, 2019
In collaboration with San3a Tech/FabLab Egypt, the U.S. Embassy is supporting the fifth annual Maker Faire Cairo, scheduled for Saturday, March 2, at the Smart Village in Giza.
Ambassador Mosbacher meets with Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission board members
By Globe Banner | Feb 27, 2019
On February 26, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted a breakfast for the Executive Director and ten members of the Board of Directors of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission.
USAID invests $90 million in partnerships between Egyptian and US universities
By Globe Banner | Feb 26, 2019
Three Egyptian universities are set to collaborate with American counterparts to establish Centers of Excellence in energy, water, and agriculture.
Global Entrepreneurship Summit invites applications from Egyptian entrepreneurs
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2019
Egyptian entrepreneurs are being invited to apply for the 2019 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), an event that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovative thinkers.
Poland to acquire HIMARS system from US to enhance military cooperation
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2019
Poland has decided to proceed with the acquisition of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) from the United States.
US Embassy honors oldest living Warsaw Uprising veteran with Congressional flag
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2019
On February 15, the U.S. Embassy paid tribute to Colonel Kazimierz Klimczak, a veteran of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, by presenting him with a Congressional flag that had flown over the US Capitol.
U.S. Embassy condemns terror attack in Cairo
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2019
The United States Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the recent terrorist attack that occurred in the city.
U.S.-Poland conference addresses Middle East peace efforts
By Globe Banner | Feb 15, 2019
Foreign Ministers and representatives from 62 countries gathered in Warsaw, Poland on February 13-14, 2019.
Fulbright launches ambassador program for its 60th anniversary in Poland
By Globe Banner | Feb 15, 2019
Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings met with nine distinguished alumni of the Fulbright Program in Poland on February 12.
Foreign ministers discuss Yemen conflict resolution at Warsaw meeting
By Globe Banner | Feb 14, 2019
The Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened in Warsaw on February 13 to discuss the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
U.S. congratulates Egypt on taking African Union presidency
By Globe Banner | Feb 14, 2019
The United States has extended its congratulations to Egypt as it begins its presidency of the African Union.
U.S. Embassy Cairo announces fifth annual job fair offering thousands of vacancies
By Globe Banner | Feb 12, 2019
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has announced its annual job fair, "Sha3’lna," scheduled for Saturday, February 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Pyramisa Hotel in Giza.
International ministers emphasize diplomacy for resolving Syrian conflict
By Globe Banner | Feb 7, 2019
The Foreign Ministers and representatives from Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened in Washington to discuss ongoing efforts to resolve the Syrian conflict.
Pompeo outlines goals at global anti-ISIS meeting
By Globe Banner | Feb 7, 2019
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addressed the Meeting of Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, held at the Loy Henderson Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In his remarks, he emphasized the coalition's progress and outlined four main...
Ministers emphasize diplomacy over military action in resolving Syrian conflict
By Globe Banner | Feb 7, 2019
Foreign ministers and representatives from Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States gathered in Washington to discuss a political resolution for the Syrian conflict.
European countries recognize Juan Guaido as interim president of Venezuela
By Globe Banner | Feb 6, 2019
Several European countries have joined the United States in recognizing Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela.
Atlantic Resolve ceremony set for February 12 in Zagan
By Globe Banner | Feb 6, 2019
The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, is set to transfer authority to the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division.
U.S.-Poland cooperation continues as visa refusal rates decline
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2019
On February 4, 2019, the U.S. Department of State announced the fiscal year 2018 worldwide B visa refusal rates for individual countries.