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U.S. donates mobile energy systems to remote communities in Palawan

On May 16, U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson led the turnover of three mobile energy systems (MES) donated by the U.S. government to provide electricity to remote communities in Palawan.


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U.S. Secretary of State expresses support on Cuba's Independence Day

On May 20, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement in recognition of Cuba's Independence Day.


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US Embassy in Guinea seeks bids for fuel management system

The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea, has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the supply and installation of a Fuel Management System.


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U.S. Embassy warns against fake social media accounts posing as officials

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has issued a warning regarding an increase in social media accounts impersonating embassy officials.


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Memorial Day ceremony planned at Netherlands American Cemetery on May 25

The American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) is set to hold a Memorial Day ceremony at the Netherlands American Cemetery on May 25, 2025.


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U.S., Malaysia strengthen defense ties at Langkawi exhibition

U.S. service members and military units have arrived on Langkawi, Malaysia, to take part in the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA 25) from May 20-24.


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Association gathers Senegalese alumni of American universities

Public Affairs Advisor Ruth Anne Stevens-Klitz recently participated in the General Assembly of the Association of Higher Education Graduates of the United States (ADES-USA) held at the West African Research Center.


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U.S. Embassy hosts online furniture auction

The U.S. Embassy is conducting an online auction for furniture.


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US Embassy invites tenders for generator removal project in Windhoek

The United States Embassy in Windhoek has announced an invitation to tender for the removal of a generator and an automatic transfer switch at six residences.


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US Secretary criticizes WHO at World Health Assembly amid US withdrawal

In a video address to the Seventy-Eighth World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. outlined the Trump Administration's decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO).


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First group departs US under CBP Home program

On May 19, 2024, the first group of Colombian nationals who voluntarily left the United States under the CBP Home program arrived in Colombia.


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Women-led businesses connect Sri Lanka with U.S., says Ambassador Chung

Ambassador Chung recently addressed attendees at the WEConnect Roadshow 2025: Power of Access event held in Colombo, Sri Lanka.


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U.S. consulate in Auckland hosts virtual town hall for citizens

The U.S. Consulate General in Auckland is organizing a virtual town hall for American citizens residing in New Zealand.


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President Trump proclaims May 2025 as Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The United States is observing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May, as proclaimed by President Donald J. Trump.


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Panchen Lama's disappearance reaches 30-year mark

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the disappearance of Panchen Lama Gedhun Choekyi Nyima.


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US strengthens partnership with Caritas Fiji through equipment donation

The United States government has donated equipment to Caritas Fiji, reinforcing its partnership with the organization and its commitment to the people of Fiji.


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Ronald Johnson confirmed by Senate as U.S. Ambassador to Mexico

Ronald Johnson has been confirmed by the Senate as the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico on April 9, 2025.


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U.S. offers $10M reward for info on Hizballah financial networks

The U.S. Department of State's Rewards for Justice (RFJ) program is offering up to $10 million for information that could disrupt the financial networks of Hizballah in the Tri-Border Area (TBA) of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.


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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter visits Palawan to strengthen ties with Philippine counterparts

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton made a port visit to Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, from May 16 to 19.


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Trump secures historic economic commitment with Qatar

President Donald J. Trump has secured a significant economic commitment with Qatar, marking an agreement valued at $1.2 trillion.