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U.S. Embassy issues alert amid demonstrations across Paraguay
By Globe Banner | May 9, 2023
Demonstrations have been reported across Paraguay, including in Asuncion, Canindeyu, Alto Parana, and Caaguazu.
US official leads delegation at Venezuela conference in Colombia
By Globe Banner | Apr 26, 2023
On April 25, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer visited Colombia to lead the U.S. delegation at an international conference on Venezuela.
U.S. invests $50M in Ecuadorian environmental programs ahead of Earth Day
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2023
The United States has invested over $50 million in new environmental programs in Ecuador since 2022.
Biden to host Spanish President Sanchez at White House in May
By Globe Banner | Apr 20, 2023
President Biden is set to host President Pedro Sanchez of Spain at the White House on May 12.
US provides tools for disaster relief in Ecuador's El Oro and Guayas
By Globe Banner | Apr 14, 2023
The United States has provided assistance to Ecuador by donating tools to aid communities affected by the recent earthquake and floods in El Oro and Guayas provinces.
US reaffirms commitment to Roma on International Roma Day
By Globe Banner | Apr 9, 2023
On April 8, 2023, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken issued a statement extending "best wishes to Roma everywhere" in recognition of International Roma Day.
U.S. Embassy to hold sealed bid vehicle auction on April 14
By Globe Banner | Apr 5, 2023
The U.S. Embassy is set to auction a vehicle on April 14, 2023.
U.S. donates bomb suits worth $245K to Ecuador's National Police
By Globe Banner | Apr 5, 2023
The U.S. Government has donated five protective bomb suits to the National Police of Ecuador, with a total value of $245,000.
Weini Kelati shares advice for aspiring runners during Women's History Month
By Globe Banner | Apr 4, 2023
In recognition of Women's History Month, Weini Kelati, a professional long-distance runner and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Champion, is being highlighted.
US Ambassador visits Ecuador for talks on multilateral priorities
By Globe Banner | Mar 27, 2023
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, is set to visit Ecuador and Costa Rica from March 29 to 31.
Feven Solomon makes history with Congressional Black Caucus leadership role
By Globe Banner | Mar 24, 2023
Feven Solomon, an Eritrean American, has made history as the first and youngest Black woman to hold the position of Deputy Executive Director for the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC).
U.S. Congressional representatives visit Ecuador for trade talks
By Globe Banner | Mar 17, 2023
A group of eight U.S. Congressional Representatives, comprising two Democrats and six Republicans, visited Quito to meet with President Lasso and other Ecuadorian government officials.
Ecuador partners with USTDA for global procurement initiative
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2023
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has announced Ecuador as its 16th partner in the Global Procurement Initiative (GPI).
Ecuadorian English teachers invited to apply for training program by April 9
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2023
The U.S. Government has announced the seventh open call for applications for the Ecuador Habla Inglés program, inviting English teachers from public schools in Ecuador to participate.
US opens applications for POWER program promoting women's economic advancement
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2023
On March 8, 2023, coinciding with Women's Day, the United States Government reiterated its commitment to gender equality.
U.S. provides volcanic monitoring equipment to Ecuador for Cotopaxi Volcano
By Globe Banner | Mar 2, 2023
Michael J. Fitzpatrick, the U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador, and Dr. Florinella Muñoz, Rector of the National Polytechnic School, participated in a ceremony marking the donation of volcanic surveillance equipment to monitor Cotopaxi Volcano.
Ambassador addresses one-year anniversary of conflict between Russia and Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Feb 24, 2023
Today marks one year since the onset of Russia's military actions against Ukraine, which have been described as unprovoked and unjustified.
U.S. Embassy announces auction of surplus government property
By Globe Banner | Feb 23, 2023
The U.S. Embassy is set to hold a live auction of used and excess government property on Saturday, February 25.
U.S. Embassy in Philippines to issue new Bridge visa from March 2023
By Globe Banner | Feb 23, 2023
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is set to begin issuing a new type of visa, known as the Bridge visa, starting in March 2023.
U.S.-Ecuador workshop addresses illicit trafficking of cultural property
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2023
The United States Government, in partnership with the Government of Ecuador and Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), organized a workshop focused on preventing the illicit trafficking of cultural property.