News from March 2019
Fulbright Commission honors departing board members in Warsaw
By Globe Banner | Mar 29, 2019
On March 29 in Warsaw, the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission recognized the contributions of two departing board members.
Polish American speaker series begins at American Center Warsaw
By Globe Banner | Mar 29, 2019
Ambassador Mosbacher delivered the opening remarks at the launch of a new expert speaker series, In Focus, held at the American Center Warsaw.
US airmen assist Polish citizen after van accident during deployment
By Globe Banner | Mar 28, 2019
At approximately 6:45 a.m. on March 28, U.S. Air Force personnel provided assistance to a Polish citizen after a van accident near Powidz Air Base in Poland.
U.S. Mission backs Polish American football season opener amid centennial celebrations
By Globe Banner | Mar 27, 2019
The U.S. Mission to Poland's Sports UP initiative marked the opening of the Polish American football season with a notable event at Wroclaw Olympic Stadium.
China Construction Bank reports increased profits in annual results for 2018
By Globe Banner | Mar 27, 2019
China Construction Bank Corporation (CCB) has released its financial results for 2018, showcasing a solid performance with total assets reaching RMB23.22 trillion, marking a 4.96% increase from the previous year.
Pompeo meets with Egyptian Foreign Minister Shoukry to discuss bilateral relations
By Globe Banner | Mar 27, 2019
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo held a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in Washington, as reported by Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino.
Alumni celebrate century-long US-Poland diplomatic relations with IT technology seminar
By Globe Banner | Mar 26, 2019
As part of the centennial celebrations marking 100 years of diplomatic relations between Poland and the United States, the Polish Alumni Association held a seminar focusing on "The Development of IT Technology over the past 100 years."
Egypt-Israel peace treaty marks 40 years since signing
By Globe Banner | Mar 26, 2019
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Peace between Egypt and Israel.
USAID administrator visits Egypt to discuss development partnerships
By Globe Banner | Mar 25, 2019
Administrator Mark Green recently visited Egypt, engaging with various stakeholders to discuss key issues and initiatives supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
USAID launches $37 million agricultural project in Upper Egypt
By Globe Banner | Mar 25, 2019
During a visit to Egypt, USAID Administrator Mark Green initiated a $37 million project aimed at improving productivity in Egypt's agricultural sector.
U.S. Air Force F-15Es join Polish air base for Rapid Panther exercise
By Globe Banner | Mar 25, 2019
U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles, along with aircrew and support personnel from RAF Lakenheath in England, have been deployed to Powidz Air Base in Poland.
USAID marks completion of groundwater system at Kom Ombo Temple
By Globe Banner | Mar 25, 2019
United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green, along with Chargé d’Affaires Thomas H. Goldberger, joined Egyptian officials to celebrate the completion of a groundwater lowering system at Kom Ombo Temple.
USAID launches centers linking Egyptian and U.S. universities
By Globe Banner | Mar 25, 2019
During a visit to Egypt, Mark Green, Administrator for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announced the launch of three Centers of Excellence.
Exhibit honors Poles who helped Jews during WWII
By Globe Banner | Mar 22, 2019
On March 21 in Warsaw, Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings attended the opening of an exhibit titled “It Is Deeds That Make The Man – Poles Who Helped Jews during The Holocaust in The Eastern Borderlands of The Second Polish Republic.” This event was...
U.S. Air Force B-52s train with NATO units in Lithuania and Poland
By Globe Banner | Mar 21, 2019
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses carried out flights from RAF Fairford, England, to Lithuania and Poland on March 20, 2019.
U.S.-Egypt partnership highlighted as embassy lights up for World Water Day
By Globe Banner | Mar 20, 2019
On March 22, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo will be illuminated in blue to mark World Water Day.
U.S. Army unit deploys to Europe for training with NATO allies
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2019
On March 19, 2019, the U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Office announced the deployment of the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT), 1st Armored Division, to Europe.
B-52 bombers from Louisiana deployed to Europe for training
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2019
A Bomber Task Force from the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana has been deployed to Europe.
US, EU, Canada impose sanctions on Russia over aggression against Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2019
The United States, European Union, and Canada have jointly imposed sanctions on Russia in response to its actions against Ukraine.
Vital Voices holds mentoring walk to empower young women in Warsaw
By Globe Banner | Mar 15, 2019
On March 9, Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Green addressed over 200 participants at the start of Vital Voices Poland's 8th Annual Mentoring Walk in Warsaw's Lazienki Park.