Three Brazilian women entrepreneurs are granted U.S. Capital Seed
The award is part of the second edition of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, which has already trained almost 200 Brazilian women
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USAID and Governors’ Climate & Forests Task Force sign memorandum of understanding
The partnership will identify and catalyze new sustainable opportunities with local governments, civil society, private sector, and traditional communities in the Amazon
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U.S. and ANAC partner on airport security training in Brazil
Test kits for detecting prohibited items were donated to ANAC as an initial step of the program
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United States awards Brazilian prosecutor with International Women of Courage Award
Simone Sibilio is the second Brazilian to receive the award, since it was created 16 years ago
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates announce the names of the Brazilian Women Making a Difference Award winners
The recognition goes to women who are making a positive impact in their communities
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Brazilian Foreign Minister França
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Brazilian Foreign Minister Carlos França regarding Russia’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified attack on Ukraine.
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Statement by the U.S. Embassy Chargé D’affaires on Russia and Ukraine
Russia’s violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and its internationally recognized borders is an unprovoked and unjustified attempt to upend the basic principles of international law.
Read More» U.S and Brazil sign memorandum to combat wildfires in Brazil
The initiative will provide information technology for tracking and managing fire in Brazilian forest
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Statement by Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Russian Announcement on Eastern Ukraine
We have anticipated a move like this from Russia and are ready to respond immediately
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U.S. announces assistance of R$ 520,000 in response to heavy rains in Petrópolis
Resources will be used to distribute personal hygiene and cleaning kits to displaced families
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates fly Black Lives Matters flag in commemoration of Black History Month
On Monday (14), the Black Lives Matter flag was raised on the premises of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil to commemorate Black History Month
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CBP Announces Global Entry Partnership with Brazil
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today the launch of a full Global Entry arrangement with the Government of Brazil (GOB).
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73 public schoolgirls selected to participate in the Power4Girls program
The program focuses on the empowerment of girls through strategies focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, creativity and leadership.
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U.S. opens registration for Brite, a course for brazilian English teachers
The online program, in partnership with the Casa Thomas Jefferson, seeks to strengthen English teaching in Brazil’s public schools
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U.S. offers 260 slots for young Afro-Brazilian and indigenous professionals in English course
The online program is free of charge and applications will be accepted until February 13
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U.S. launches call for funding opportunity projects in Culture, Education, and Media
Selected projects may receive up to US$ 40 thousand in funding
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Youth Ambassadors 2022: Applications extended until February 17
Program celebrates 20 years and resumes in-person activities in the USA. Young people from 15 to 18 years old can apply
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates open virtual exchange applications for musicians
OneBeat Virtual seeks to integrate musicians spread over 50 countries and territories and will offer new forms of musical collaboration
Read More» U.S. applauds OECD for opening talks for entry of Brazil and five other countries
Entity will also initiate analysis on the entry of Argentina, Peru, Croatia, Bulgaria and Romania
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U.S. announces nomination of Elizabeth Frawley Bagley as Ambassador to Brazil
Brasilia, January 19, 2022: The Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are aware of the nomination announced by the White House of Ms. Elizabeth Frawley Bagley as a candidate for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Federative Republic of Brazil. The bio released by the White House is below. All nominations for Ambassadors must pass through …
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U.S. Embassy opens funding opportunity for refugee NGO projects in Brazil
The Julia Taft Refugee Fund will receive the projects until February 1st.
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U.S. Embassy opens registration for eight-week online course for English teachers
Scholarships for 70 English language educators will be awarded for the program which takes place from March 7 – June 7 Brasília, January 11, 2022: Through the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, the Regional English Language Office (RELO) Brazil launches an open call for two eight-week online courses for English language educators in Brazil at a B2 English …
Read More» Secretary Blinken’s Call with Brazilian Foreign Minister França
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Brazilian Foreign Minister Carlos França about shared priorities
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U.S. offers opportunity for young community leaders
The Community Engagement Exchange Program (CEE), an initiative of the U. S. Department of State in partnership with IREX, is seeking young community leaders from Brazil to participate in a transformational year-long program designed to enable civil society leaders, ages 21-28, to harness the power of networks, relationships, and information for the public good. Applications are open until January 14, 2022.
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Treasury Designates al-Qa’ida Support Network in Brazil
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated members of a Brazil-based network of al-Qa’ida-affiliated individuals and their companies for providing support to the terrorist group. Today’s action targets three individuals and two entities, including al-Qa’ida operative in Brazil Haytham Ahmad Shukri Ahmad Al-Maghrabi (Al-Maghrabi), as Specially Designated Global …
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U.S. Consulate and Rio city sign MOU to enhance economic and social cooperation
The U.S. Consul General in Rio de Janeiro, Jacqueline Ward, and Mayor Eduardo Paes signed today, in a ceremony in the City Hall, a memorandum of understanding to strengthen mutual cooperation in several economic and social areas.
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U.S. Department of Treasury Targets Narcotics Traffickers and Their Supporters Using Enhanced Counter Narcotics Authorities
President’s Executive Order Provides New Tools to Counter Evolving Threats
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Female activist in the Federal District is recognized for her fight against gender violence
The award from the U.S. Embassy in Brasília was presented at a ceremony commemorating the end of the campaign “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” Brasilia, December 10, 2021: This morning thee U.S. Embassy held an event commemorating the global campaign “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence”, that encourages individuals and organizations around …
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Statement from Chargé d’affaires of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil Douglas Koneff
The Summit for Democracy, which concluded yesterday, was an important moment for democratic nations to speak in one voice in support of democracy, freedom, and human rights.
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U.S. and Brazilian Armies conduct military exercise in Brazil
The United States and Brazilian Armies will hold a combined exercise between both countries from December 6 to 16. The CORE (Combined Operations and Rotation Exercise) will take place in the cities of Lorena (SP), Cachoeira Paulista (SP) and Resende (RJ).
Read More» New travel requirements for foreign travelers to the United States
Brasília, December 3, 2021: The U.S. government has announced new travel requirements for foreign travelers entering in the United States. In addition to the vaccination requirement already in place, all air passengers aged two years and over departing to the U.S. beginning at 2:01 a.m. (Brasília Time) on December 6, 2021, are required to show …
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U.S.-Brazil investigation leads to takedown of significant human smuggling ring
Brasília, December 3, 2021: An investigation by Brazilian Federal Police, supported by U.S. Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Human Rights and Special Prosecutions Section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division led to thirteen arrests and the disruption of a major human smuggling ring based in Brazil. On …
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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Polícia Federal coordinate joint enforcement actions to combat trafficking of rare and endangered timber from Bra
December 1, 2021: A press release issued on November 30 by Polícia Federal provides details of a joint U.S./Brazilian timber trafficking investigation and the execution of 20 search warrants in the State of Espirito Santo. The investigation involves the manufacture and export of musical instruments and parts, specifically, stringed instrument bows, derived from illegally sourced, rare …
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U.S. Government provides additional USD$18.2 million for urgent COVID-19 assistance in Brazil
Brasilia, November 26, 2021: The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)—announced an additional USD$18.2 million (R$ 100.1 million) in urgent COVID-19 assistance for Brazil. The funds will assist local health authorities addressing the most vulnerable in the country, with a particular focus on the Amazon region. Charge d’affaires Douglas Koneff …
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U.S. and Brazilian Armies to participate in Exercise Southern Vanguard 22
Brasília, November 26, 2021: The U.S. Army, in partnership with the Brazilian Army, will conduct Exercise Southern Vanguard 22, a combined military training exercise aimed at improving combined forces readiness, Nov. 28 – Dec. 18. Southern Vanguard 22, a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored annual exercise at the operational and tactical levels, aims to increase interoperability between U.S. and Western …
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U.S. Southern Commander visits Brasilia and Manaus
Brasília, November 24, 2021: Between 22 and 24 November, the United States Southern Commander, General Laura Richardson, participated in a series of meetings with Brazilian defense leadership in Brasília and Manaus as a component of ongoing efforts to strengthen the partnership between both nations. During the meetings, Commander Richardson reinforced the strong and historic cooperative …
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TechGirls opens registration for exchange of scientist girls in Brazil
U.S. State Department initiative seeks high school girls scientists to participate in science and technology program Brasilia, November 22, 2021: Registration is now open for TechGirls, a four week exchange in the United States aimed at empowering girls from various parts of the globe interested in pursuing a career in science and technology. Applicants …
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U.S. donates more than 2 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccines against Covid-19 to Brazil
Another example of U.S. commitment to combat Covid-19 in partnership with Brazil Brasília, November 21, 2021: Early Sunday morning (November 21), Brazil received a donation of 2,187,300 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, provided by the U.S. government. This donation, which arrived at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas (SP), was made through a bilateral agreement …
Read More» Registration for Youth Ambassadors 2022 runs until February 9
Program celebrates 20 years and resumes face-to-face activities in the U.S. Young people from 15 to 18 years old can register from November 17. Brasilia, November 17, 2021: The Youth Ambassadors Program, implemented by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and, in 2022, resumes a face-to-face exchange. …
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates open competition for Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation
The initiative works with the financing of projects to preserve the Brazilian cultural heritage Brasilia, November 12, 2021: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil invite applications for the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), an initiative that seeks to finance individual projects to preserve Brazil’s cultural heritage. Proposals must be submitted by November …
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Program offers U.S. higher education opportunities for low-income Brazilian students
Scholarship program registration will open on November 17 Brasilia, November 10, 2021: The Academic Opportunities Program, supported by the U.S. Department of State, celebrates its 15th anniversary in Brazil this year, and during this period has benefited hundreds of students. The program aims to support qualified students from families with limited financial resources in …
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U.S. seeks ten emerging leaders from northern Brazil – registration open until December 10
The Atlas Corps Virtual Leadership Institute opens registration, on Monday, November 1, for the Atlas Corps: Brazil Northern States Emerging Leaders Initiative, that seeks to engage 10 emerging social impact leaders in the Northern Region of Brazil.
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Opportunity for young entrepreneurs Scholarship Program “Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) 2023”
The program offers 280 vacancies for young people from Latin America, the Caribbean and Canada and registration is open until December 1 Brasilia, October 28, 2021: The Scholarship Program “Young Leaders of the Americas (YLAI)”, sponsored by the United States Department of State, is seeking young entrepreneurs from Brazil to participate in a six-week program …
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Academy for Women Entrepreneurs announces the 90 Brazilians selected for the AWE 2.0 program
The United States Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, announced today (25) the list of 90 selected for AWE 2.0, the second edition of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) – an international program of the U.S. Department of State aimed at entrepreneurs who are looking for opportunities to strengthen …
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U.S. and Santa Catarina scientists discuss the importance of marine space planning for sustainable development
Virtual panel bring together representatives from the University of California, NOAA’s National Ocean and the Federal University of Santa Catarina Porto Alegre, October 20, 2021: The U.S. Consul General in Porto Alegre, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Brazil, the Federal University of Santa Catarina and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are holding …
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Registration for English language support program for teachers is open
Registrations are open for the Roadmap for English Learning, a program that assists English teachers from the public school system in the learning roadmap, providing guidance and support to facilitate the learning process in language proficiency.
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U.S. Embassy announces selections for “Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) 2022” Fellowship Program
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are pleased to announce the names of 20 young Brazilian entrepreneurs and business leaders selected to participate in the sixth edition of the 2022 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship Program – a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
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U.S. launches second edition of 100K Strong program to support educational institutions in Brazil
In partnership with Partners of the Americas and SENAI, the program seeks a connection between Brazilian higher education with educational institutions, innovation institutes and North American companies The United States Embassy and Consulates in Brazil and the Department of State, in partnership with Partners of the Americas and SENAI, launched the second, Brazil-specific round, of …
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Academic Opportunities Program helps students with limited financial resources compete for Master and Doctorate positions at U.S. universities
Many brilliant students miss the opportunity to earn an international degree due to lack of financial resources. Others can’t afford the tests to apply for universities. For 15 years, the Academic Opportunities Program, one of the initiatives developed by EducationUSA–the network of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Diplomatic Mission in Brazil–has been …
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U.S. donates emergency communications equipment to prevent and fight forest fires in the MS
Reflecting the U.S. commitment to combating climate change, and in support of the Comprehensive Fire Management Plan in the Pantanal, on Thursday (23) the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) will donate emergency communication equipment for fire prevention and fighting to the government of Mato Grosso do Sul (MS).
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Embassies promote 6th edition of LGBTI+ International Film Festival
The LGBTI+ International Film Festival proudly invites all members of the public to celebrate LGBTI+ voices through its 6th edition , broadcast for free online between September 2nd and 8th, 2021.
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Registrations open for the second edition of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
The innovative program to support women’s entrepreneurship offers 90 slots. Registration open until September 26. The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, open registration for the second edition of the free program to support women’s entrepreneurship, the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs ( AWE). Aimed at women entrepreneurs looking for opportunities to …
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Your dream of studying in the United States starts here!
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with EducationUSA, the official network of the State Department for educational opportunities in the United States, will hold the second Virtual EducationUSA Fair on August 25, 2021 for Brazilians interested in studying in the United States. Several North American universities will attend to promote opportunities for undergraduate, graduate (master …
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Statement by U.S. Embassy spokesperson, Tobias Bradford, on Adviser Sullivan’s visit to Brazil
National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan, visited Brazil on August 5 to discuss the shared national interests of the two largest democracies in the Americas.
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Visit of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to Brazil
U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan visited Brasilia on August 5 for a series of meetings with senior representatives of the Brazilian government. Mr. Sullivan was accompanied by the National Security Council Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Juan Gonzalez; Senior Director for Cyber Issues, Amit Mital; Senior Director for Technology and National Security, Tarun …
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Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to Brazil and Argentina
This week, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will travel to Brazil and Argentina, joined by National Security Council Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Juan Gonzalez, Senior Director for Technology and National Security Tarun Chhabra, Senior Director for Cyber Amit Mital, and Department of State Senior Bureau Official for Western Hemisphere Ricardo Zuniga. In his first …
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United States supports initiative to combat disinformation in public schools
According to a report recently released by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), 67% of 15-year-old Brazilian students are not able to differentiate facts from opinions when reading texts.
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Second phase of women’s entrepreneurship incentive program will be supported by the U.S. Embassy
This Wednesday (June 30) marked the completion the second class of the RME Digitaliza program , focused on encouraging Brazilian entrepreneurs to digitize their businesses.
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Ambassador Todd Chapman is honored with Brazil’s National Order of the Southern Cross
The U.S. Ambassador to Brazil, Todd Chapman, received, on the afternoon of Tuesday (20), Brazil’s National Order of the Southern Cross.
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USAID and U.S. Forest Service launch new program for Brazil Forest Management and Fire Prevention
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with the Government of Brazil and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), is launching the program for Brazil Forest Management and Fire Prevention. The new 5-year program incorporates fire prevention and management, governance and management of forests and natural resources, and the sustainable use of protected public …
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David Hodge takes office as U.S. Consul General in São Paulo
A career diplomat for almost 30 years, the new CG has broad experience in Brazil Sao Paulo, July 13th, 2021 – Career diplomat David Hodge took office as the U.S. Consul General in São Paulo this Tuesday. He is replacing Adam Shub, who served for three years. Mr. Hodge will be in charge of the U.S. relationship with the states of …
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Statement on the Passing of Ambassador Paulo Tarso Flecha de Lima
Brasilia, July 13, 2021 – The Embassy and Consulates of the United States of America in Brazil are deeply saddened by the loss of one of Brazil’s most preeminent diplomats – Ambassador Paulo Tarso Flecha de Lima, who passed away at the age of 88 on July 12 in Brasilia. Our deepest sympathy to his …
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The United States donates 3 million doses of Johnson&Johnson vaccine to Brazil
Today, June 25, three million doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine donated by the U.S. government arrived at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas.
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In response to report circulating in media and social media, the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil clarify the following:
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Brazil is the first Country in Latin America to sign the Artemis Accords
Today Brazil signed the Artemis accords, becoming the first South America country to partner with the U.S. in the program that will, among other efforts, land the first woman and the first person of color on the surface of the Moon.
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Journalists: U.S. Embassy now on your cell phone
From now on, journalists from all over the country can receive the top news from the U.S Embassy in Brazil right on their cellular phone.
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Statement by U.S. Ambassador Todd Chapman
Brasília, June 10, 2021 – I am immensely proud to be a citizen of the United States and to have the opportunity to serve and represent my country. Having spent over 12 years in Brazil over my lifetime, this beautiful nation too is also forever etched in my heart. And this has made serving as …
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HSI and Brazil Federal Police Execute Large-Scale Disruption of International Arms Trafficking Organization
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Brazil Federal Police (PF) partnership resulted in the arrests in Brazil and the United States of key members of a major Transnational Criminal Organization (TCO) responsible for international weapons trafficking and numerous other transnational crimes.
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U.S. and Brazil High Level Working Group on Agriculture and Climate Change resumes discussions
The U.S. and Brazil High Level Working Group on Agriculture and Climate Change (HWLG) restarted discussion during a virtual meeting held on May 28.
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U.S. and U.K. host free seminar on Environmental Journalism Event will bring debate on challenges related to the theme on June 1st and 2nd
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, the British Diplomatic Mission in Brazil and Ambiental Media will hold an international seminar “Challenges of Environmental Journalism”, in commemoration of World Environment Day 2021. The event, held on June 1 and 2, will include debates on the challenges related to environment-related journalism, in order to encourage the development …
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates hosts free webinar on home and community gardens
The free event will showcase the benefits of the initiative in mitigating food insecurity and fighting the Covid-19 pandemic The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil promotes a free of charge webinar on community vegetable gardens this Wednesday, May 19. The webinar will highlight the importance that community gardens have played during the fight against …
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Research shows that 50% of students want more exposure to English to learn the language
In addition to the mandatory school curriculum, knowing English is now a fundamental skill for the job market.
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International seminar discusses journalism and access laws in four countries
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the Brazilian Association of Investigative Journalism (Abraji) and the British Diplomatic Mission in Brazil, will host an international seminar next Tuesday, May 18, 2021, on access to information laws in four countries – Brazil, the United States, the United Kingdom and India – and how …
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U.S. and Brazil sign MOU to support efforts of the Ministry of Regional Development
The MOU to enable an American consultant to assist the Ministry in Infrastructure Projects Brasilia, May 10, 2021: On Monday (10), the U.S. Ambassador, Todd Chapman, in a ceremony with the Minister of Development, Rogério Marinho, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministry of Regional Development (MDR) and the Office of Technical Assistance from …
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Youth Ambassadors Program: U.S. Embassy announces 2021 selectees
The United States Embassy in Brazil announced this Friday, May 7, the results of the selection process for the Youth Ambassadors Program 2021. The selection had 10,119 applications competing for only 33 vacancies.
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Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Join the 3 Day Startup Manaus
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with 3DS and Venture Hub Manaus, invite entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs from the state of Amazonas to participate in the Brazil Entrepreneurship Activation Series on May 7 at 6pm.
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National Interest Exceptions to COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Related to Brazil
In keeping with the Department of State’s commitment to facilitate legitimate travel to the United States, Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 26 applied several National Interest Exceptions (NIE) to travel restrictions related to Brazil currently in effect as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to travelers originating in Brazil, this includes qualified applicants who have been …
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U.S. and Brazil execute transnational search warrants for trafficking of endangered and rare live killifish
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Brazil’s Federal Police execute transnational search warrants for trafficking of endangered and rare live killifish Killifish, also known as “cloud fish,” are endemic to Brazil, the U.S., and Europe Brasilia, April 23, 2021: On April 22, Earth Day, agents and officers of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Maryland …
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U.S. expert talks about drought impact and the alternatives for Southern Brazil producers
Lecture will be broadcast at no cost via Zoom and the YouTube channel of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates this Thursday at 4:00 PM Porto Alegre, April 12, 2021 – Researcher Donald A. Wilhite, professor and emeritus director of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Natural Resources, will discuss his experience with drought management …
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FBI Works with Federal Police Against Money Laundering Conspiracy
An Israeli national residing in Brazil pleaded guilty on March 31 in a U.S. court for his role in operating DeepDotWeb (DDW), a website that connected internet users with Darknet marketplaces, where they purchased illegal firearms, malware and hacking tools, stolen financial data, heroin and fentanyl, and other contraband.
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USTDA supports energy efficiency and safety on railroads in Brazil
Investment from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency seeks to assist in strengthening passenger rail networks in Brazil Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded two grants to Brazil’s National Association of Passenger Rail Operators, Associação Nacional dos Transportadores de Passageiros sobre Trilhos (ANPTrilhos), to strengthen rail networks that serve nearly 10 million …
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United States committed to coordinating support for vaccination efforts
Statement by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil Spokesperson The United States is committed to coordinating with Brazilian partners, the government, and the private sector to support COVID-19 vaccination efforts. The recent finalization of contracts between the government of Brazil and U.S companies Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson was a crucial step which …
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Online Masterclass in Data Journalism: U.S. Embassy Promotes Free Event for Journalism Students
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil invite journalism students from all over Brazil to participate in online Masterclasss in Data Journalism on March 30, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Brasilia Time).
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United States donates US$75 million to fight COVID-19 in Brazil
U.S. government and private sector initiatives aim to reduce pandemic impacts in the country Brasilia, March 19, 2021 – The United States government and private sector are strongly committed to helping the Brazilian people to combat COVID-19 in Brazil and together have already made available over US$ 76 million (R$ 418 million) in a series of initiatives, including …
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Free virtual fair connects Brazilians to universities in the USA
While following security protocols to contain the spread of Coronavirus, U.S. universities create actions to recruit foreign students interested in admissions to distance learning courses, or for future classes, in a face-to-face model. Until everything is normalized, the best idea is to invest the time planning all the steps to study abroad.
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U.S. Embassy Branch Office announces call for proposals for projects for 2021
Proposals from institutions in Minas Gerais will be accepted until June 1, 2021 Belo Horizonte, March 11, 2021: Organizations from Minas Gerais can apply for funding from the U.S. government for the implementation of projects in the areas of education, environmental cooperation, economic growth, social issues such as inclusion, diversity and human rights, and cultural projects. More detailed information is available in the Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement for …
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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stone (WMSL 758) completes Operation Southern Cross
The USCGC Stone (WMSL 758) crew arrived in their homeport of North Charleston, S.C., Monday, following the conclusion of the Operation Southern Cross, a patrol to the South Atlantic in support of counter illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
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Comic book portrays U.S. and Brazilian black scientists
Comic book was released on February 25, with the participation of award-winning Brazilian astrophysicist São Paulo, February 26, 2021: Inspired by the movie “Hidden Figures,” which tells the story of African American woman scientists who worked for NASA, University of São Paulo researcher Carlos Antônio Teixeira launched on Thursday, February 25, the comic book “Entrevistas Além do Tempo” (“Interviews Beyond Time”), which portrays the …
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160 Afro-Brazilian and indigenous early-career professionals participate in the English language proficiency program – Access E2C
Brasilia, February 26, 2021: Starting on March 1, the English language proficiency program, Access E2C, promoted by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, will offer training of 210 hours of online classes for 160 early-career professionals, Afro-Brazilians and indigenous people from all Brazilian states, including the Federal District. …
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U.S. Department of Commerce holds virtual seminar on the internationalization of Rio Grande do Sul companies to the United States
SelectUSA RS event takes place on March 4, open to the public and requiring prior registration Porto Alegre, February 26, 2021 – The internationalization of Rio Grande do Sul companies in 4.0, ICT and manufacturing industry sectors is the main topic of the SelectUSA RS webinar, promoted by the U.S. Department of Commerce in partnership with the U.S. …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre announces call for proposals for projects for 2021
Proposals will be accepted continuously, as received, until August 1st, 2021. Porto Alegre, February 19, 2021 – Organizations from Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina can apply for funding from the U.S. government or the implementation of projects in the areas of education and culture focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, science and technology, social inclusion, freedom of the press and combating …
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U.S. Officially Rejoins the Paris Agreement
Ambitious goals will ensure the United States and the world can meet the urgent demands of the climate crisis Brasilia, February 19, 2021: Today the United States officially rejoined the Paris Agreement, renewing its commitment to partnering with other nations to tackle the global threat of climate change. On his first day in office, President Biden signed the instrument returning the United …
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Brazilian, U.S. military leaders emphasize partnerships at joint training exercise
Brazilian Army becomes the first South American army to send a company-sized element to train at the Joint Readiness Training Center Brasilia, February 18, 2021 – During World War II, Brazil was the only South American country to contribute troops to the allied cause, and 75 years later, the Brazilian Army became the first South American army to send a company-sized element …
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Readout of Secretary Blinken’s Call with Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Araújo
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release READOUT February 11, 2020 Secretary Blinken’s Call with Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Araújo The below is attributable to State Department Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Araujo. The Secretary and the Foreign Minister reaffirmed …
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U.S. donates disaster response structure to Minas Gerais
The mobile structure has 40 beds, power generators and air ventilators Belo Horizonte, February 10, 2021: The United States of America, through the United States Southern Command of the Department of Defense donated to the government of Minas Gerais a mobile disaster response structure. Aside from the structure, 40 beds, power generators, and air ventilators were also donated to support the population of Minas Gerais during the new coronavirus pandemic and in …
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OneBeat selects 70 musicians from around the world for virtual exchange
Registration for the program is open until March 10 Brasilia, February 10, 2021: Registration for the OneBeat music exchange, promoted by the U.S. Department of Education and Culture, in partnership with Found Sound Nation of New York, is open until March 10. The program will digitally convene 70 musicians from up to 44 countries in …
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USAID announces additional $300,000 to support COVID-19 response in Brazil
Brasilia, February 5, 2021: The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has delivered an additional R$ 1.5 million (US$ 300,000) for emergency COVID-19 response in Brazil. The funds will be used to respond to local health authorities’ priorities to address the needs of the most vulnerable in the Amazon region. …
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U.S. Support for Efforts to Combat COVID-19 in Amazonas
Brasília, January 28, 2021: In response to the health crisis in Manaus, the US government, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID), Grupo + Unidos, the Partners for the Amazon Platform (PPA) and the UNA + formed the Juntos Pelo Amazonas initiative to acquire hospital supplies and to support actions to confront and combat Covid-19 …
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Youth Ambassadors 2021: Want to positively impact your community? Registration for the program until March 7
Brasilia, January 28, 2021: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil announce the selection process with 33 vacancies for the Youth Ambassadors 2021 program. The program seeks high school students from the Brazilian public school system, aged 15 to 18 years, who are currently engaged, for at least six months, in entrepreneurship initiatives and social …
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Presidential Proclamation Restricts Travel for Foreign Nationals (Including Brazilians) to the U.S.A.
January 25, 2021: On January 25, 2021, President Biden issued a presidential proclamation continuing travel restrictions for foreign nationals from the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, the Schengen Area, Brazil, China, and Iran. This proclamation represents a continuation of the previous travel restrictions for individuals traveling from these countries that have been in place since …
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YLAI 2021: Opportunity for Young Entrepreneurs and Civil Society Leaders
The program offers 280 vacancies for young people from Latin America, the Caribbean and Canada and registration is open until February 25 Brasilia, January 21, 2021: The “Young Leaders of the Americas (YLAI)” Scholarship Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, is looking for young entrepreneurs and civil society leaders in Brazil to participate …
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Joseph R. Biden is Inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States
Brasilia, January 20, 2021: The Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil are pleased to announce today’s inauguration of Joseph R. Biden as President of the United States and Kamala Harris as Vice President, on the West Front of the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. in accordance with the U.S. Constitution and laws. President …
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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stone Visits Brazil on a Multilateral Mission to Combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing
The U.S. Coast Guard’s brand new National Security Cutter, the USCGC Stone, departed from Pascagoula, Mississippi, on December 22, 2020, on its inaugural sail, the Operation Southern Cross, aimed to counter illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing in the South Atlantic.
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CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the United States
Media Statement For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Contact: Media Relations (404) 639-3286 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States. Testing before and after travel is a critical layer to slow the introduction and spread of COVID-19. This …
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U.S. Embassy announces selected fellowship program “Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative” (YLAI) 2021
Eighteen young leaders from Brazil were selected out of over 2,300 applicants Brasilia, January 11, 2021: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are pleased to announce the names of the 18 Brazilians selected to participate in the 2021 “Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative of the Americas” (YLAI) Fellowship Program – a program sponsored …
Read More» AWE Brasil announces list of selected for Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, announce the list of the ninety selected for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program – an international training for women entrepreneurs looking for opportunities to grow and expand their business. Women from 16 Brazilian states were selected and the program is …
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U.S. receives applications from Brazilian undergraduates for the 2021 education and future of work program
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are pleased to announce the call for applications for the Studies of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders (SUSI) on Education and the Future of Work.
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U.S. and Brazil sign the joint Statement of Intent for cooperation in the Artemis Program
Brasilia, December 14, 2020: The NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine and Brazil’s Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) Marcos Pontes signed a joint statement of intent during a virtual meeting on December 14, 2020. The statement describes the Government of Brazil’s intent to be the first country in Latin America to sign the Artemis Accords …
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Brazil’s Parana State team is Zoohackathon 2020 global winner
Among 700 participants, 53 countries and 60 solutions, the Brazilian BioUp platform was selected as one of the global winners. The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with We Are All Smart (WAAS), JUPTER and Founder Institute Brazil, are pleased to announce that the global winning solution of Zoohackathon 2020 this year is …
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The Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program invites applications until December 24 for 2021 program
U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil is pleased to announce the call for applications for a new U.S. government-funded civil society leadership program – the Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program, to take place in late 2021. The Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program is a year-long leadership development program for emerging civil society leaders from over …
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ICE assists Brazil in the arrests of 10 human smugglers
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) assisted the Brazil Federal Police (PF) in the arrests of ten high-profile targets in Brazil, to include several current and former local politicians, who are part of transnational criminal organizations involved in human smuggling. On Dec. 3, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Brasilia collaborated with the HSI Human Smuggling Unit …
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Newest U.S. Navy submarine visits naval base in Itaguaí
Coinciding with Dia Nacional do Marinheiro, the fast-attack submarine USS Vermont (SSN 792), conducted a brief stop at the Itaguaí submarine base, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, to celebrate two milestones reached by the Brazilian Navy in its Submarine Development Program (PROSUB): the launch of the BNS Humaitá (S41) and the incorporation of two additional indigenous-built submarine BNS …
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American expert in Data Journalism closed event promoted by Famecos with support of the U.S. Consulate in Porto Alegre
C.W. Anderson, known for his research in data journalism, closed the virtual and free event Credibility at Play: journalism against disinformation, held yesterday, December 8, by the Journalism course of the School of Communication, Arts and Design – Famecos / PUCRS with the support of the Consulate General of the United States in Porto Alegre. Anderson’s lecture was simultaneously translated to …
Read More» Vitol Inc. agrees to pay over $135 million to resolve bribery case in Brazil, Ecuador and Mexico
Washington, December 3rd, 2020– The U.S. Department of Justice announced the resolution of an investigation of violation of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act(FCPA), coordinated with the Brazilian Ministerio Publico Federal bribery investigation into Vitol Inc. (Vitol), the U.S. affiliate of the Vitol group of companies. Vitol has agreed to pay a combined $135 million …
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Proposed Purchase of MK 54 Torpedoes by Brazil Approved
Original publication can be found at: https://www.dsca.mil/press-media/major-arms-sales/brazil-mk-54-lightweight-torpedoes WASHINGTON, December 1, 2020 – The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Brazil of MK 54 Lightweight Torpedoes and related equipment for an estimated cost of $70 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress …
Read More» AWE Brazil: Innovative training for women entrepreneurs opens national enrollment
Due to the demand of entrepreneurs from several regions of the country, the initiative opens nationally. Apply until December 6th. Brasilia, December 2, 2020 – On Wednesday (2), the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, announced the expansion of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). Responding to the numerous requests …
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U.S Coast Guard, Brazil Navy conduct regional engagements to strengthen partnership
Brasília, 2 de dezembro de 2020 – The Coast Guard hosted members of the Brazilian Navy on three occasions in November throughout the Southeastern United States. On Nov. 6, Sector Jacksonville held an arrival ceremony in Mayport, Fla., for the Brazilian training ship NE Brasil (U27), attended by the crews of USCGCs Maria Bray (WLM …
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Amcham Joinville and US Consulate promoted free investments webinar
Event had the participation of Santa Catarina’s International Relations Secretariat and representatives of local companies trading with the United States Porto Alegre, December 1, 2020 – Today, Tuesday, December 1, Amcham Joinville (American Chamber of Commerce) and the Consulate General of the United States in Porto Alegre held a free webinar open to the public on ”Economic relations between …
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Brazil’s Ministry of Science and the Smithsonian Institution sign Memorandum of Understanding on scientific research and education
Brasilia, November 25, 2020: Brazil’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovations, represented by Minister Marcos Cesar Pontes, and the Smithsonian Institution, represented by the Acting Under Secretary, Roger Brissenden, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. The virtual signing of the MOU underscored the two institutions’ shared efforts to advance scientific …
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New Visa Restrictions for Wildlife and Timber Traffickers
Brasilia, November 24, 2020: On November 10, the United States announced a first-of-its-kind visa restriction on wildlife and timber traffickers. Wildlife and timber trafficking are serious transnational organized crime activities that threaten national security, undermine economic prosperity, fuel corruption, and spread disease. This new visa restriction, which relies on section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and …
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U.S. Consulate and Sebrae/SC present business and entrepreneurship course results
English learning as a mean for economic development is one of the pillars of U.S. government’s presence in Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul Porto Alegre, November 23, 2020: The partnership between the U.S. Consulate General and Sebrae/SC that trained entrepreneurs seeking to internationalize their business had a closing event today, Monday, 23. The …
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U.S. Embassy and Consulates recognize eight Brazilian women for their crucial community work
The Awardees are making a positive impact on their communities and serving as inspiration to their fellow citizens Brasilia, November 23, 2020: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil have the pleasure to announce the 2020 Brazilian Women Making a Difference Award. The award honors Brazilian women who are making a positive impact on their …
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Op-ed: Black Consciousness Day
The fight for freedom, dignity, and civil rights is an ongoing one, even in strong democratic societies like Brazil and the United States. In our own unique ways, we are always striving toward creating the “more perfect Union” that our citizens demand. Consciousness is an important first step in dealing with both legacy and novel …
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U.S. Embassy and Fulbright Commission in Brazil launch course for first-time screenwriters
Training program for young screenwriters is the first initiative to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright program in the world and aims to give voice to underrepresented segments in the audiovisual industry Brasilia, November 19, 2020: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates, in partnership with the Fulbright Commission in Brazil, launch the Fulbright Course for …
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English Olympiad encouraged 140,000 students to practice English for free in the pandemic
Through the startup ChatClass and the U.S. Embassy, school-age students from all over the country performed speaking and writing activities on WhatsApp Brasilia, November 19, 2020: ChatClass, a startup that aims to democratize the teaching of the English language through technologies already inserted in the daily life of students, held, together with the Regional English …
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U.S. and Brazil Commemorate World War II Submarine Tragedy
Sailors from both nations hold ceremony honoring those from the United States and Brazil who died off the coast of Florida in 1943 Brasilia, 18 November 2020 — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Charles Sexton (WPC 1108), the coastal patrol ship USS Zephyr and the Brazilian training ship Brazil held a memorial wreath-laying ceremony at sea …
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Application that prevents falsification of wild animal documents is the winning project of ZOOHACKATHON Brazil 2020
Three Brazilian projects were selected to compete in the global stage, which takes place from November 18 Brasilia, November 17, 2020: ZOOHACKATHON Brazil 2020 revealed the winners of the second Brazilian edition of the event. The marathon, which this year took place 100% online, brought Brazilians together to create creative and innovative solutions to combat …
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U.S. Embassy and +Unidos open registration for program aimed at female entrepreneurship
The goal is to offer 90 women an online entrepreneurship program aimed at lasting business growth. Registration until December 6. Brasilia, November 16, 2020: This Monday (16), to mark Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with the +Unidos Group, launches the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). Aimed at …
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USAID signs letter of intent with Alcoa to improve lives of people in the Amazon
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) signed a letter of intent with ALCOA Brazil, an American aluminum manufacturer and the Sustainable Juruti Institute (IJUS). The partnership aims to improve local communities and improve biodiversity conservation and other natural resources through sustainable and innovative solutions in the Amazon. Initiatives include promoting positive impact entrepreneurship, …
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ICE, international partners arrest 113 child predators
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) – in collaboration with the Brazil Ministry of Justice and the Public Security (MJSP) Secretariat for Integrated Operation (SEOPI) Cyber Laboratory – arrested 113 alleged child predators across the U.S. and in South America, Nov. 2 to 6, during phase seven of Operation Protected Childhood …
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STEAM TechCamp Brazil opens registration for the 4th edition
Initiative of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates, in partnership with USP, aims to form a network of innovation multipliers in Brazilian public education Educators can apply until December 4, 2020. Brasilia, November 12, 2020 – The STEAM TechCamp Brasil Program is open for registration for the 4th edition. Educators from all over Brazil can register …
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Joint Statement on Japan-U.S.-Brazil Trilateral Exchange
Joint Statement on the Japan-U.S.-Brazil Exchange Brasilia, November 10, 2020: Today, the Governments of the United States of America, the Federative Republic of Brazil, and Japan launched the Japan-U.S.-Brazil Exchange in Brasilia, Brazil. The U.S. Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Keith Krach, led the U.S. delegation, Brazil’s Secretary for Bilateral Negotiations …
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U.S. and Brazil launch Environmental Dialogue
U.S. and Brazil launch Environmental Dialogue The dialogue covers important areas of collaboration to protect and preserve the environment Brasilia, November 10, 2020: The U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach, USAID, and, virtually, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler and representatives of the USFWS, USFS, NOAA, and the Brazilian secretary …
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Joint Statement on the U.S.-Brazil Environmental Framework Dialogue
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release November 10, 2020 MEDIA NOTE Joint Statement on the U.S.-Brazil Environmental Framework Dialogue U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach and Secretary of National Sovereignty and Citizenship of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil Fabio Marzano …
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Joint Statement on the Establishment of the U.S.-Brazil Critical Minerals Working Group
Joint Statement on the Establishment of the U.S.-Brazil Critical Minerals Working Group Brasilia, November 10, 2020: On this date, following a meeting between Francis R. Fannon, Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) at the U.S Department of State, and Bruno Eustáquio, Minister of Mines and Energy Executive Secretary, and Alexandre Vidigal, Secretary of …
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U.S. Under Secretary Keith Krach travels to Brazil on November 7-11
The visit is part of a travel to Central and South America to grow the Clean Network and strengthen cooperation on environment. Brasilia, November 06, 2020: The U.S. Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Keith Krach, will visit São Paulo and Brasília, on November 7-11, for a series of meetings with high-ranking representatives of the Brazilian government and business leaders to …
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United States Assists Brazil in Action Against Digital Piracy
U.S. Law Enforcement Assists Brazilian Law Enforcement Takedown of Numerous Digital Piracy Sites and Apps Alleged to Have Caused Millions of Dollars in Losses to U.S. Media Companies Three U.S.-Based Websites Allegedly Offered Thousands of Pirated Television Shows and Movies Owned by U.S. Rights Holders to Brazilian Audiences WASHINGTON – Seizure warrants have been executed …
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CDC Opens New South America Regional Office in Brazil
Brasilia, November 03, 2020: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. government institution responsible for combating disease, opened its new South America regional office in Brasilia, Brazil on October 29, 2020. The new regional office strengthens CDC’s ability to meet its mission of protecting Americans by responding more rapidly to health threats wherever …
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EducationUSA launches free course that teaches Brazilians the writing used in American universities
Online platform brings together resources to learn how to write in English with free access Brasilia, October 26, 2020: EducationUSA, the official U.S. government office that provides free guidance to those interested in studying in U.S. institutions, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy’s Regional English Language Office (RELO) in Brazil, is launching the Essay Writing …
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ZOOHACKATHON Brazil: world competition unites Brazilians to fight animal trafficking
Marathon will be 100% online and will take place between November 6th and 8th. The goal is to create creative and innovative solutions to combat animal trafficking around the world. Brasilia, October 26, 2020: Every day, several wild animals are sold as merchandise or collection items around the world. To develop creative and innovative solutions …
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U.S. Consulate General in Recife donates PPE to fight COVID-19
Personal protective equipment was donated to the SAMU on Friday, October 23 Recife, October 23, 2020 – Combating the Covid-19 pandemic is a priority for the governments of the United States and Brazil. This Friday (October 23), the U.S. Consulate General donated approximately 25,000 masks, 14,000 gloves and 12,000 disposable aprons to the Emergency Medical …
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ICE, Brazil Federal Police partnership lead to arrest of human smuggler
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’ Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) directorate assisted Brazil’s Federal Police in the capture of a dual Egyptian-Lebanese national for the smuggling of nine Yemenis nationals.
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The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), announced $2 million for five new awards under the BetterTogether/JuntosEsMejor Challenge to benefit Venezuelans in the Argentine Republic, the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Republics of Colombia and Chile, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. The awardees will …
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U.S. Government Donates more than USD $110,000 to the Health System and Communities in Rio
Favela residents and health professionals in Rio de Janeiro will benefit from two donations delivered this week by the U.S. Consulate in Rio to help mitigate the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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The United States and Brazil Strengthen Economic and Bilateral Ties
The United States and Brazil Strengthen Economic and Bilateral Ties The two countries signed a trade protocol and the U.S. extended over R$ 11 billion reais for investment and export financing. Brasilia, October 21, 2020: During his two-day visit to Brazil, the U.S. National Security Adviser, Robert C. O’Brien, was accompanied by the largest economic-focused, …
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United States and Brazil Sign US $1 Billion Memorandum of Understanding
The agreement opens opportunities for business promotion in telecommunications, energy, infrastructure, and more. Brasilia, October 20, 2020 – Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) President and Chairman Kimberly A. Reed today signed a US $1 billion Memorandum of Understanding with Brazil’s Ministry of Economy, aimed at enhancing the strong trade and economic relationship between the two countries. EXIM Chairman Reed and Brazil Minister of …
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Brazil and US Sign U.S.-Brazil Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency
The three areas covered by the Protocol speed up trade and represent an important step in the ongoing work between the two countries Brasilia, October 19, 2020: U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Minister of Economy Paulo Guedes signed a U.S.-Brazil Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency on Monday, October 19, during a virtual conference. The …
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United States and Brazil Sign New Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency
The United States and Brazil are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of a Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency. This agreement is the latest concrete result of the close relationship between Brazil and the United States and the leadership of President Trump and President Bolsonaro. Following the meeting of the two leaders at Mar-a-Lago …
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US National Security Advisor to travel to Brazil on October 19-20
Brasilia, October 16, 2020: The U.S. National Security Advisor, Robert O’Brien, will visit São Paulo and Brasília, on October 19-20, for a series of meetings with high-ranking representatives of the Brazilian government and private sector. On the visit he will be accompanied by Kimberly Reed, President of the Export Import Bank, Michael Nemelka, Deputy U.S. Trade …
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Brazil receives additional allocation to sell 80,000 tons of sugar to the US
Brasilia, September 22, 2020: On September 22, 2020, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) provided notice of the allocations of additional Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 in-quota quantities of the tariff-rate quota (TRQ) for imported raw cane sugar as announced by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture on September 10, 2020. Of this additional quantity, USTR …
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US-Brazil cooperation enables return of Amazon frogs to Brazil
Animals illegally smuggled to Europe by exotic wildlife trader will be received by the São Paulo Zoo São Paulo, September 21, 2020 - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service returned to Brazil last Wednesday 21 frogs from the Adelphobates galactonotus species, also known as splash-backed poison frog (or “sapos ponta-de-flecha” in Portuguese). The frogs had been trafficked into the United States in late 2017 …
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The United States and Brazil Discuss Infrastructure Investments under the “Growth in the Americas”
Brazil and the United States formally launched the first working group under the “Growth in the Americas/America Cresce” initiative to foster private sector infrastructure investment, on September 8, 2020.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Paramaribo, Georgetown, Boa Vista, Bogota, and Plano
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Paramaribo, Suriname; Georgetown, Guyana; Boa Vista, Brazil; Bogota, Colombia; and Plano, Texas, September 17-20, 2020. This trip will highlight the United States’ commitment to defend democracy, combat COVID-19 while revitalizing our economies in the pandemic’s wake, and strengthen security against regional threats.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the United States Government (USG) is innovating and taking a new approach to help keep international air passengers healthy. The new, more effective strategy focuses on the continuum of travel and the individual passenger, including pre-departure and post-arrival education, efforts to develop a potential testing framework with international partners, and …
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U.S. Specialist Conducts Online Training Program for 30 English Teachers from the Municipal School System
The program will help teachers explore alternative teaching methods The U.S Embassy, in partnership with Belo Horizonte’s City Hall, will carry out an online training program for 30 teachers from the municipal public school system. The initiative, called English Language Specialist, will start online activities on September 2nd and will last for eight weeks. …
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U.S. Delivers to Brazil 600 State-of-the-Art Ventilators
Brasilia, August 28, 2020: The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), delivered, on August 28, to the Brazilian Ministry of Health, a third shipment of 200 brand new, state-of-the-art ventilators to assist its fight against COVID-19. To date, USAID has donated a total of 600 ventilators to Brazil. The donation …
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Guidelines for international students who plan to start the fall semester in the U.S.
Brasilia, July 24, 2020: On July 24, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that nonimmigrant students can engage in distance learning in excess of regulatory limits due to the public health emergency generated by COVID-19. Students who satisfy the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) requirements as reflected …
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U.S. to fund field hospital in Maranhão
The United States of America, through the Department of Defense, will fund a field hospital to combat the coronavirus in Bacabal, a city 240 km from São Luís.
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United States awards grant for production of low-cost ventilators in São Paulo
São Paulo, July 15, 2020: A group of researchers led by Prof. Marcelo Zuffo and Prof. Raul Lima from the Escola Politécnica da Universidade de São Paulo received almost US$ 200,000 (1 million reais) from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global to produce low-cost ventilators for use by hospitals in São Paulo. On July 15, …
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GLOBE Program completes 25 years; AEB celebrates 5 of partnership with project
Brasília, July 15, 2020: The Global Learning and Observation to Benefit the Environment Program (GLOBE) of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) completed 25 years of environmental education and science teaching in 2020. It is present in more than 120 countries. In Brazil, the Brazilian Space Agency (AEB), linked to the Ministry of Science, …
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U.S. Consul General in Porto Alegre departs post
Julia Harlan led the reopening of the U.S. consulate in 2017 and boosted business partnerships and security and education initiatives in southern Brazil Porto Alegre, July 13, 2020: After three years as head of the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre, Julia Harlan is departing post this week. Julia took up her duties as consul …
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U.S. and Brazil Promote Cooperation and Coordination on Issues of Mutual Interest to Agricultural Producers and Exporters
Brasilia, July 2nd, 2020: As two of the world’s largest agricultural producers and exporters, Brazil and the United States face many of the same challenges in foreign markets. To create a platform to share information, devise strategic interactions, and promote collaboration on a range of topics, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Brazil’s Ministry …
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The United States Delivers Ventilators to Assist with Brazil’s Response to COVID-19
The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated a first shipment of 200 brand new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Brazil to assist its fight against COVID-19.
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Fulbright Brazil opens scholarship enrollment in the U.S. for 2021
Opportunities to participate in U.S. exchange programs and become part of Fulbright’s alumni network The Fulbright Brazil Commission opens for scholarship enrollment in the United States for 2021. These opportunities are for Brazilians with a degree in language, PHD students and university professors. The goal of the programs offered by Fulbright is to promote mutual …
Read More» U.S. government announces additional US $6 million in COVID-19 related assistance for Brazil
Total U.S. assistance is raised to over $12.5 million (approximately R$ 66 million) Brasilia, May 29, 2020: The United States has announced that it is providing an additional US $6 million (approximately R$ 32 million) in humanitarian assistance to Brazil for emergency activities in health, water, sanitation, and hygiene and to mitigate the health impacts of COVID-19 …
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81 public school students from throughout Brazil participate in online English immersion
Eighty-one students from the Brazilian public school are participating, from May 26 to June 4, in the English Immersion Program – EIP, sponsored by the U.S. Diplomatic Mission in Brazil. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the program is not taking place in Brasilia, as it had been since 2007, but rather in an online version of …
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United States donations reduce the impact of COVID-19 in vulnerable communities of the Amazon
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States has been at the forefront of the global response. The U.S. government has announced nearly US$6.5 million in financial support to date to populations disproportionately affected by the virus in rural and urban areas in the Amazon, helping prevent the spread of the virus among …
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Presidential proclamation restricting travel of foreign nationals from Brazil to the United States effective May 27 at 00:59 a.m. (Brasilia time)
Note: In accordance with the Amendment signed today to the Presidential Proclamation of May 24, 2020, travel restrictions suspending the entry into the United States of any foreign nationals who were present in Brazil during the 14-day period preceding their entry or attempted entry into the United States will enter into effect at 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on May 26, …
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United States announces additional US $2.5 million in COVID-19 related assistance for Brazil
The United States has announced that it is providing an additional US $2.5 million in assistance to Brazil to mitigate the health and socio-economic impacts of COVID-19. The new funds raise the total U.S. government assistance to $6.5 million (approximately R$ 37 million) to date.
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The U.S. Government, via the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has committed approximately US $3 million (over R$ 17 million) to support Brazil’s public health emergency response to COVID-19. The CDC will work closely with Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (Fiocruz) and the Ministry of Health, with which the Embassy maintains longstanding health cooperation.
Read More» U.S. government announces US $950,000 in assistance to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 in Brazil
Brasilia, May 1, 2020: The United States is providing US $950,000 (approximately R$ 5.21 million) in new economic support funds to incentivize private sector investments in mitigating non-health COVID-19 impacts on rural and vulnerable urban populations in Brazil with a focus on the Amazon region. This assistance builds upon past U.S. investment in Brazil, which totals …
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U.S. Ambassador launches his Twitter account: Follow @USAmbBR
Brasília, April 22, 2020: Ambassador Todd Chapman arrived on March 29, 2020, and officially launched his Twitter account (@USAmbBR) on the same day. Now with more than 25,000 followers, the goal is to have a direct channel with Ambassador Chapman and get the latest news on the Brazil-U.S. relationship, observations of politics, culture and activities …
Read More» Brazil – U.S. Joint Statement on Enhancement of Bilateral Economic and Trade Partnership
04/17/2020 Washington, DC – On April 9, the U.S. Trade Representative and Brazil’s Foreign Minister and other senior officials, held a teleconference to discuss US-Brazil trade relations. On April 16, high-level representatives from the USTR and from Brazil’s Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Economy, and Agriculture discussed the implementation of an ambitious economic and trade agenda between …
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Ambassador Chapman talks to U.S. citizens in Brazil during the global COVID-19 crisis
Brasilia, April 13, 2020: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil have no higher commitment than the safety and welfare of U.S. citizens traveling and living abroad. Ambassador Todd Chapman speaks to U.S. citizens in the following video. See message here . Follow Ambassador Chapman on his Twitter handle: @USAmbBR . In his personal video message, Ambassador Chapman …
Read More» The United States opens up more opportunities for sugarcane exports in 2020
Brasilia, April 11, 2020: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced on April 9 that the United States significantly increased Brazilian exports of raw cane sugar in 2020. With immediate effect , more than 64,000 additional tons are ready to enter the U.S. market at a reduced tax rate by September 30, …
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Brazil and the United States Intensify Economic Partnership Based on the Agreement on Trade and Economic Cooperation (ATEC)
Ambassador Lighthizer spoke Thursday by telephone with Ernesto Araújo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brazil, and several other senior Brazilian officials.
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Online Press availability with new U.S. Ambassador to Brazil
Brasilia, April 3, 2020: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil invites journalists to participate in the first online press availability, on April 6 at 9:00am (Brasilia Time), with Ambassador Todd Chapman. During the press availability, Ambassador Chapman will highlight his priorities as ambassador to Brazil, perspectives of the U.S.-Brazil bilateral relationship and actions of …
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U.S. Ambassador Todd C. Chapman arrives in Brazil
Brasilia, March 29, 2020: The United States Embassy and Consulates are pleased to announce that the new United States Ambassador to Brazil, Todd C. Chapman, arrived this Sunday, the 29th, in Brasilia. Upon arrival, Ambassador Chapman made the following statement: “It is a great privilege to return to Brazil and serve as the Ambassador of …
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Cancellation of routine visa interviews and U.S. citizen services starting March 17, 2020
As of March 17, 2020, the United States Embassy and Consulates in Brazil are suspending routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments.
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Statement by the Press Secretary on the Meeting with President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil
President Donald J. Trump will meet President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil at Mar-a-Lago on Saturday, March 7, 2020. President Trump and President Bolsonaro will discuss opportunities to build a more prosperous, secure, and democratic world.
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Fifth Meeting of the Brazil-U.S. Joint Commission on Science and Technology Held in Brasilia
On March 5-6, 2020, Brazil and the United States held the Fifth Meeting of the Brazil-U.S. Joint Commission on Science and Technology Cooperation in Brasilia to deepen collaboration in key priority areas for the benefit of both countries. Marcos Pontes, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, and Dr. Walter Copan, Director of the National Institute …
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President Bolsonaro to visit U.S Southern Command
President Jair Bolsonaro will take part in a historic visit to the headquarters of the U.S. Southern Command on March 8. President Bolsonaro will meet with U.S. Navy Adm. Craig Faller, as well as other command and Department of Defense leaders to discuss the growing defense-cooperation partnership between Brazil and the U.S.
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A hundred Federal District’s high school students participate in the STEAM Power for Girls Program
On March 5, 6 and 7, as part of the commemoration of International Women’s Day, the U.S. Embassy in Brazil, in partnership with eight Brazilian institutions, will launch the STEAM Power for Girls Program – a complete immersion in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
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São Paulo Hosts First TechCamp to Combat Disinformation in Brazil
The proliferation of disinformation, particularly during election years, represents a great challenge to democracies. Brazil ranks first among countries whose citizens said they have read and believed in fake news, according to an Ipsos Institute poll conducted in 27 countries.
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Administrator Wheeler Wraps Up Mission to Brazil with Visit to the Amazon
While in Manaus, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler participated in a variety of events to increase awareness around recycling and projects that address marine litter.
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Administrator Wheeler Kicks Off Visit to Brazil with Bilateral Meetings
Yesterday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler kicked off his visit to Brazil in Brasilia with bilateral meetings with his Brazilian counterparts at the Ministry of Environment (Ministério do Meio Ambiente [MMA]) and National Water Agency of Brazil (Agência Nacional de Águas [ANA]). With this trip, Administrator Wheeler becomes the first EPA Administrator …
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Youth Ambassadors arrival in Brasilia and Launch of the commemorative stamp for the 18th anniversary of the program
Fifty public school students return to Brazil after an exchange in the United States, the Brazilian Postal Service, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy, will launch a commemorative stamp of the Youth Ambassadors program on January 31, open to the press.
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USAID and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announce a $4 million program to Venezuelan in Brazil
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced, today on January 28, an Economic Integration of Vulnerable Nationals from Venezuela in Brazil Program.
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January 27 Briefing with Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security
Please join us on Monday, January 27, for a telephonic press briefing with Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Acting Deputy Secretary Cuccinelli will update on efforts to address the security and humanitarian crisis at the U.S. southern border, strengthen U.S. partnerships across Central and South America to confront irregular …
Read More» USAID and IOM announce a new Venezuelan integration program in Brazil
The program will facilitate access to formal employment and income-generating opportunities through vocational and business training, language courses, and training. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will announce, on January 28, an Economic Integration of Vulnerable Nationals from Venezuela in Brazil Program. The announcement will …
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Youth Ambassadors Program: 50 promising youth from public education arrive in Brasilia before heading to the United States
Selectees will spend three weeks in the U.S. participating in leadership workshops, social entrepreneurship projects and meetings with government representatives Brasília, January 7, 2020 – Fifty public school students from all over the country, selected to participate in the eighteenth edition of the Youth Ambassadors Program, arrived in Brasilia on January 6, before leaving for a …
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Statement From Assistant to the Secretary of Defense Jonathan Hoffman
In response to repeated Kata’ib Hizbollah (KH) attacks on Iraqi bases that host Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) coalition forces, U.S. forces have conducted precision defensive strikes against five KH facilities in Iraq and Syria that will degrade KH’s ability to conduct future attacks against OIR coalition forces. The five targets include three KH locations in …
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Brazil is now the 9th leading country worldwide sending students to the United States
According to the 2019 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange data released today by IIE and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Brazil is the 9th leading country worldwide sending students to the United States, increasing by 9.8 percent, the second largest percentage increase in international students from any …
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Free Fact-Checking Training for Journalists and Students
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil unveiled, this Wednesday, October 30, the names of 50 Brazilian students selected to take part in the Youth Ambassadors Program 2020. This year, the program commemorates its 18th anniversary, and reaching the age of adulthood, relevant changes will be made to this initiative of social responsibility.
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The U.S. Department of Commerce Assists U.S. Companies in Brazil Infrastructure Trade Mission
On November 4-6, 2019, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service has organized a Brazil Infrastructure Trade Mission aimed at increasing U.S. private sector participation in Brazilian infrastructure projects.
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U.S. Embassy unveils the names of the 50 Youth Ambassadors selected for the 2020 program
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil unveiled, this Wednesday, October 30, the names of 50 Brazilian students selected to take part in the Youth Ambassadors Program 2020. This year, the program commemorates its 18th anniversary, and reaching the age of adulthood, relevant changes will be made to this initiative of social responsibility.
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The International Journalists Center (ICFJ) is accepting applications for digital entrepreneurship and innovation in the USA
A six-week program will help participants create business models to generate sustainable revenues. Applications will be accepted until November 30 The International Center of Journalists (ICFJ) is accepting applications for the Digital Entrepreneurship program for journalists, technologists, and media entrepreneurs, who are fluent in English in Latin America. The program, A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America, …
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The United States and Brazil Hold Political-Military Dialogue in Brasilia
Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper led the U.S. delegation at the 2019 U.S.-Brazil Political-Military Dialogue on October 10 in Brasilia.
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U.S. Government Provides Technical Assistance in Wake of Wildfires in Brazil
Brasilia, September 27, 2019: The United States is cooperating with the Government of Brazil to combat the fires in the Amazon by sending a team of U.S. wildfire experts to provide technical support to Brazilian fire investigators. On September 12-25, a team of specialists from USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA), with expertise in …
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U.S. Embassy and FBI Facilitate Rapid Response Training and Exchange of Best Practices with 16 Brazilian Security Organs
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates, the FBI in Brazil and the Department of Special Activities of the Federal District Civil Police (Depate / PCDF), with the support of the Brazilian Intelligence Agency (ABIN), promoted the training of Brazilian security agents to quickly and effectively respond to attacks involving shooters in public spaces.
Read More» USTDA Supports Brazil Smart Grid Communications, Opportunities for U.S. Industry
São Luis, Brazil – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) awarded a grant to develop a smart grid telecommunications support plan for Brazilian energy and utility investment company Grupo Equatorial Energia. The plan will help improve the delivery of electricity to more than 2.4 million customers in the state of Maranhão. “Smart grid telecommunications …
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U.S.-Brazil Strategic Partnership Dialogue
On September 13, Secretary Michael R. Pompeo launched the U.S.-Brazil Strategic Partnership Dialogue with Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Araujo.
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First English Olympics to take place in September
From September 2 to 27, the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will parter with EduSim, the National Council of Secretaries of Education (Consed), and Nova Escola to promote the English Olympics 2019. The English Olympics 2019 aims to encourage English language learning in Brazil. The event, which is free …
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The United States returns to Expointer after 26 years
The U.S. booth in the International Pavilion will have information on tourism and educational opportunities in the United States. Porto Alegre, August 23, 2019 – The United States Consulate General in Porto Alegre, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Commerce, will launch its booth at the 42nd Expointer’s …
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U.S. will maintain existing Embassy Office In BH
After careful analysis of future visa demand and existing capacity of consular services already offered throughout Brazil, the U.S. Department of State will not build a new consulate in Belo Horizonte in the foreseeable future.
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U.S. expert to discuss the use of new technologies to combat misinformation
From August 19 to 23, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates will bring to Brazil the media expert Samaruddin “Sam ” Stewart to minister lectures and discuss the use of technologies to combatmisinformation, new ways of producing and distributing news, and new trends of journalism.
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UNITAS 2019 gathers militaries from 13 countries in Rio de Janeiro
July 20 marks the 50 anniversary of the landing on the moon by the Apollo 11 mission astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins.
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United States calls for proposals on Design and Implementation of Access Programs in Brazil
Funding opportunities are open for Belém, Manaus, Brasília, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, São Luís, and São Paulo Brasília, August 15, 2019: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates and the Regional English Language Office (RELO) are seeking proposals from non-profit educational organizations, with English language teaching capacity, to create and implement Access Programs in: Belém, Recife, …
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Want to study in the US and have no idea where to start?
U.S. universities share U.S. study opportunities in Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia and Sao Paulo The United States Mission to Brazil, in partnership with EducationUSA, the U.S. Department of State’s official network for studies in the United States, and partner institutions in Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, and Sao Paulo, will hold the 16th edition of the …
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U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to visit Brazil
The U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Wilbur Ross, will travel to São Paulo and Brasilia, from July 29 to August 1. The first visit by a U.S. Secretary of Commerce to Brazil since 2011.
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Events celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
July 20 marks the 50 anniversary of the landing on the moon by the Apollo 11 mission astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins.
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Brazilian religious leader to receive prize from the Department of State honoring his fight for religious freedom and tolerance
Candomblé priest and founder of the Commission to Combat Religious Intolerance (CCIR) in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Ivanir dos Santos, will receive the International Religious Freedom Award from Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in recognition of Dos Santos’ long and courageous battle for religious freedom and tolerance.
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111 students from Brazilian publics school take part in English immersion in Brasilia
One hundred and eleven students from Brazilian public schools are participating, from July 1 to 5, in an English Immersion program “English Immersion USA” – sponsored by the United States Embassy and its Consulates in Brazil.
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Want to positively impact your community? Participate in the selection process for the 2020 Youth Ambassadors Program
The program will take 50 public school students for a three-week exchange in the US. Applications until August 11th Brasilia, June 25, 2019 – The Youth Ambassadors program completes 18 years in 2019, and reaching the age of adulthood, the program will make relevant changes to this initiative of social responsibility of the U.S. Embassy and …
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U.S. Consulate in Porto Alegre becomes a Consulate General
On June 25, the United States Consulate in Porto Alegre became the United States Consulate General in Porto Alegre. The change was announced by the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Brazil, William Popp, during the celebration of the 243rd Anniversary of Independence of the United States of America held that day at the consulate in Porto …
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U.S. Specialist for the protection of historical and cultural heritage visits Brazil
The Director and Founder of Marrion Fire & Risk Consultancy, Christopher Marrion, will deliver a number of lectures in Brazil on protecting cultural heritage from fire and disasters, and prevention and recovery. He will be in Brasilia, from June 24 to 25, in Rio de Janeiro, from June 26 to 29, and in São Paulo …
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U.S.-Brazil Dialogue on Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Held in Brasilia
Brasília, June 4, 2019 – The United States and Brazil held their latest Disarmament and Nonproliferation Dialogue in Brasilia, Brazil on June 3, 2019. This meeting is one of several ongoing exchanges held by the United States and Brazil to strengthen bilateral cooperation in nuclear disarmament and arms control; export control; IAEA safeguards, and nuclear, biological …
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Youth from U.S. public school participate in exchanges in Brazil
27 American youth from 22 different states in the U.S. are in Brazil to participate in a three-week exchange in Brazil, from June 3-19. They are between 13 and 17 years old, and they will spend three days in Brasilia to visit the capital. Then in smaller groups, they will travel to three Brazilian cities, …
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Diplomatic Missions in Brasilia Unite to Celebrate International Day Against LGBTI-Phobia
Diplomatic missions in Brasilia and the UN System in Brazil unite on May 17 to again renew their commitment to fight for equality and dignity for all. On the International Day Against LGBTI-phobia – Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex People (IDAHOT) — May 17 — the European Union Delegation in Brazil, in …
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U.S. Delegation Promotes Commercial Defense Partnership at the Defense Industry Dialogue and Latin American Aerospace and Defense Expo
As part of the United States’ commitment to broaden and deepen its defense partnership with Brazil, a high-level delegation of U.S. officials from the Departments of Defense, State and Commerce, led by Chargé d’Affaires to the U.S. Mission in Brazil, William Popp, attended the Defense Industry Dialogue (DID) today.
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Sec. of Commerce Wilbur Ross and Economy Min. Paulo Guedes Announce New U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum Members
Last week, U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross met with Brazil’s Minister of Economy, Paulo Guedes on the occasion of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s first official visit to the United States.
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Do you want to study in the U.S., but don’t know where to start?
The U.S. Mission in Brazil, together with the Department of State’s EducationUSA and partner institutions in Porto Alegre, Florianópolis, Campinas, Belo Horizonte, Recife, Fortaleza e Belém, will host the EducationUSA Roadshow for Brazilians interested in studying in the United States.
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Establishment of the U.S.-Brazil Energy Forum
The United States and Brazil announced their intent to establish the U.S.-Brazil Energy Forum (USBEF), a new bilateral government-to-government energy cooperative framework. The Forum will be driven by effective interagency coordination on both sides and informed by industry and private sector representatives from the United States and Brazil. The Forum will be chaired by the …
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Film Showcase Honors 247th Anniversary of Porto Alegre
U.S. Consulate and Cinemateca Capitólio will screen feature films and documentaries in free sessions from March 26 to April 2 Porto Alegre celebrates its anniversary on March 26 and the U.S. Consulate decided to honor the city and its residents with a free showcase of films at the most iconic movie theater of Porto Alegre, …
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United States Provides Additional Humanitarian Aid to Venezuelans Who Have Fled Their Country
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 25, 2019 Today, Vice President Pence announced that the United States is providing nearly $56 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support the regional response for the nearly 3.4 million Venezuelans who have fled Venezuela due to the political and economic crisis caused by Nicolas Maduro. …
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Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Kimberly Breier Travels to Brazil and Paraguay
Washington, D.C., February 22, 2019 – Assistant Secretary Kimberly Breier will travel to Brazil and Paraguay February 24 to March 2 to promote regional prosperity, security, democracy, and human rights. From February 24 to 28, Assistant Secretary Breier will travel to Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, and Sao Paulo to deepen U.S.-Brazil cooperation in support of …
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International Working Group gathers in Brasilia to tackle ‘Going Dark’ encryption problem
On February 11-12, an international working group composed of law enforcement representatives from Brazil, United States, Australia, Belgium, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Israel, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, gathered in Brasilia to discuss the challenges of “Going Dark” encryption problem, which hinders criminal investigators’ ability to access digital evidence stored on encrypted devices.
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U.S. Navy Admiral Craig Faller of U.S. SOUTHCOM discusses defense partnership and security cooperation in Brazil
On February 10-13, U.S. Navy Admiral Craig Faller, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), is visiting Brasília and Rio de Janeiro and meeting with civilian and military leaders in order to discuss bilateral security cooperation with Brazilian counterparts in support of regional peace and Western Hemisphere stability.
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Youth Ambassadors to return to Brazil after a three-week exchange program in the U.S.
Fifty public high school students from all parts of Brazil will return from the United States on February 3, after participating in the 17th exchange of the Youth Ambassadors Program.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Trip to Brazil and Colombia
U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Brazil and Colombia from December 31-January 2.
Read More» Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Closing of U.S. Embassy and Consulates throughout Brazil on December 24, 2018
President Trump has declared Monday, December 24, 2018, a holiday in the United States. The U.S. federal government, including the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, and all U.S. consulates and other offices/agencies in Brazil will close on December 24, 2018. Closed on Monday, December 24, 2018: U.S. Embassy Brasilia U.S. Consulate Porto Alegre U.S. Consulate General …
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President Trump Announces Presidential Delegation to the Federative Republic of Brazil to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Jair Bolsonaro
President Donald J. Trump today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Federative Republic of Brazil to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Jair Bolsonaro on January 1, 2019, in Brasilia, Brazil.
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National Museum researchers will continue their work in the United States after the fire
The U.S. Diplomatic Mission in Brazil, the Fulbright Commission and the Smithsonian Institution announce an emergency exchange program for 14 researchers whose research was interrupted by the fire at the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro. Fourteen researchers who were conducting research at the National Museum and lost their work in the September fire …
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Online video press briefing with Ambassador Nathan A. Sales, U.S. Coordinator for Counterterrorism
EVENT: Please join us on at 09:30 EST, Wednesday, December 12 for an online video press briefing with the U.S. Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Ambassador Nathan A. Sales. Ambassador Sales will recap a landmark ministerial conference on counterterrorism focused on the Western Hemisphere and hosted by the Department of State. He will discuss the threat that …
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Press Release: On the Passing of President George H. W. Bush
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2018 Devoted husband, loving father, steadfast friend, exemplary patriot: this is how I will always remember President George H. W. Bush. Whether he was serving in the skies over the Pacific during World War II, protecting America at CIA headquarters, or leading our …
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Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush
Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service—to be, in his words, “a thousand points …
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U.S. Forces Participate in Brazilian-led, Multilateral Air Force Exercise: CRUZEX 2018
At the invitation of the Brazilian Air Force, the U.S. Air Force is participating in the Brazilian-led, multilateral CRUZEX VII air combat exercise November 18-30.
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Brazil is the 10th leading country worldwide sending students to the United States
According to the 2018 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange data released today by IIE and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Brazil is the 10th leading country worldwide sending students to the United States, increasing by 11.7 percent, the second largest percentage increase in international students from any country worldwide between …
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Expert discusses the U.S. experience in Media Literacy in Brazil
Christine Nyirjesy Bragale to lecture on Media Literacy in Manaus, Brasília, and São Paulo From November 6 to 13, the U.S. Diplomatic Mission to Brazil will bring the Vice-President of one of the most renowned U.S. Non-government organizations in Media Literacy, the News Literacy Project , to lecture and participate in roundtable discussion on Media Literacy and Informational …
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Secretary Alex Azar visits Fortaleza and Sao Paulo to discuss U.S. and Brazil’s collaboration towards global health security
From September 30 to October 3, the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar visited Fortaleza and São Paulo to discuss the ongoing collaboration between the United States and Brazil towards global health security, bilateral science partnership, and health sector reform.
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Secretary of Health Alex Azar to Attend Meetings in Brazil and Argentina for G20 Health Ministerial Meeting
On the evening of September 29, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar will depart for Brazil where October 1- October 3, he will participate in bilateral meetings with government officials to discuss the ongoing collaboration between the United States and Brazil towards global health security and our bilateral science partnership.
Read More» 20 Young Brazilian Entrepreneurs are selected for Professional Exchange in the USA YLAI
The third edition of the program will take 250 young leaders from 36 Latin American and Caribbean Brasilia, 20 August 2018 – The United States announces on Wednesday, August 22, the names of the 20 Brazilians selected for the Professional Scholarships Program – an initiative of the 2018 Young Leaders of the Americas (YLAI), sponsored …
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U.S. Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis Visits Brasilia and Rio de Janeiro
“We seek to strengthen a cooperative, strategic partnership that is transparent, trustworthy, and steady.” Brasilia, August 14, 2018 – The Secretary of Defense of the United States, James N. Mattis, visited Brasilia on August 12-13, 2018 and Rio de Janeiro on August 14, 2018. In Brasilia, Secretary Mattis met with Minister of External Relations Aloysio Nunes …
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Briefing with Chief of Naval Operations Admiral John Richardson
Please join us on Monday, July 30, 2018 for a telephonic press briefing with U.S. Chief of Naval Operations Admiral John Richardson. Admiral Richardson will discuss the importance of strengthening the vital naval partnerships that guarantee peace, security, and prosperity throughout the Western Hemisphere.
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U.S. Vice President Mike Pence, and Second Lady Pence Visit Brasilia and Manaus, Brazil
Vice President of the United States Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence visited Brasilia on June 26 and Manaus on June 27, 2018, highlighting progress in several areas of bilateral cooperation and the excellent relationship between the United States and Brazil. In Brasilia, Vice President Pence met with Brazilian President Michel Temer in Planalto, …
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Remarks by Vice President Pence and President Temer Before Bilateral Meeting
Well, thank you, Mr. President. And we’ll certainly be cheering for Brazil today and tomorrow. Thank you for the warm hospitality on my first visit to Brazil.
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Joint Communiqué on Brazil-U.S. Space Cooperation
On June 26, 2018, on the occasion of the visit to Brasília of the Vice President of the United States of America, Mike Pence, opportunities were discussed for expanding bilateral cooperation in strategic areas, including outer space.
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Credentialing for Vice-President Mike Pence’s visit to Manaus – June 27
The Vice-President of the United States Mike Pence will visit Manaus on June 27. In Manaus, Vice-President Pence will visit the Santa Catarina humanitarian center for displaced Venezuelans and conduct an aerial tour of the Amazon and the Manaus Free Trade Zone.
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Credentialing for the official event with the Second Lady of the United States Karen Pence
The Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence, and Second Lady Karen Pence will visit Brasilia on June 26, 2018 for meetings with the Brazilian Government. As part of the visit, the Second Lady will be highlighting the Sister Cities partnership between Brasilia and Washington, D.C. with a tree planting at Espaço Israel Pinheiro.
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Vice President of the United States Mike Pence’s arrival in Brasilia on June 26
The Vice-President of the United States, Mike Pence, will visit Brasilia on June 26, 2018 for bilateral meetings with Brazilian President Michel Temer and other government officials.
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Registration for the 2019 Youth Ambassadors Program goes until August 12. Don’t miss this opportunity!
The United States Embassy announces that applications for the 17th annual Youth Ambassadors Program, a three-week exchange program in the United States, are open until August 12.
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Secretary’s Remarks: LGBTI Pride Month
The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons.
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Visit by U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, John J. Sullivan
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan visited Brasília on May 22, accompanied by Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs Manisha Singh and Acting Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Francisco Palmieri.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Brazilian Foreign Minister Aloysio Nunes Ferreira
The Secretary and Foreign Minister reaffirmed the strong bilateral relations between the two countries and the importance of the U.S.-Brazil economic partnership. They discussed our joint economic growth agenda, security cooperation, and global issues. The Secretary also thanked Foreign Minister Nunes for his leadership in advocating for a peaceful, transparent, and democratic resolution to the …
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The U.S. brings the gospel band “Oscar Williams & the band of Life” to Brasilia
After a huge success in Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Ouro Preto, and Porto Alegre, the gospel band “Oscar Williams & the band of Life” arrives in Brasilia for an exclusive presentation at the Teatro Paulo Gracindo (SESC Gama) and a special tribute to Mother’s Day at Cultural Center of the Bank of Brazil (CCBB).
Read More» World Press Freedom Day
On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy.
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U.S. brings the gospel band “Oscar Williams & the band of Life” to Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Ouro Preto, Porto Alegre, and Brasilia
The United States Diplomatic Mission to Brazil brings to Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Ouro Preto, Porto Alegre, and Brasilia, from May 1 to 14, the gospel band “Oscar Williams & the band of Life.”
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U.S. Ambassador McKinley to take part in FAUBAI Conference in Rio de Janeiro
The U.S. Ambassador P. Michael McKinley and representatives of the U.S. Mission in Brazil will take part in opening ceremony of the annual Conference of the Brazilian Association for International Education – FAUBAI, on April 15, in Rio de Janeiro.
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United States Assisting Venezuelans in Need
Today, the United States announced nearly $16 million in humanitarian assistance for Venezuelans who have fled their country due to the crisis there.
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