Alert: Rangoon Region Stay-At-Home Orders
On September 20, the Ministry of Health and Sports issued a regionwide stay-at-home order, effective at 8:00 a.m. on September 21, for Yangon Region (except for Coco Islands). Read More»
Launch of the Mekong-U.S. Partnership: Expanding U.S. Engagement with the Mekong Region
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Message for U.S. Citizens: September 2020 Voting Update
September 18, 2020 Mail your ballots now to ensure they arrive in time to be counted. Ballots mailed through the Embassy’s diplomatic pouch take from 2-4 weeks to arrive in the United States, and then take additional time to process through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), and the USPS notes potential mail delays this year. ... Read More»
COVID-19 Information
Updated: September 21, 2020 Country-Specific Information: See CDC’s COVID-19 website for more information. View U.S. Embassy Rangoon’s most recent Alerts and Messages for U.S. Citizens . As of September 21, Burma has confirmed 5,805 cases of COVID-19 within its borders and 94 deaths from the virus. Burma can test for COVID-19 infections domestically. There has been no change in the availability of fuel or ... Read More»
The Enduring U.S. Commitment to ASEAN
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Secretary Pompeo’s Participation in ASEAN-United States Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
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United States-ASEAN Strategic Partnership
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Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI)
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Message for U.S. Citizens: September Voting Update
There are only 30 days left to register to vote in many U.S. states! You can register to vote and request your ballot at the same time. Simply complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) using FVAP’s easy online assistant. Make sure you ask to receive your ballot electronically. Read More»
U.S. Provides Equipment to UAGO to Support Justice Sector Training
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 26, 2020 U.S. Provides Equipment to UAGO to Support Justice Sector Training YANGON — The United States government transferred $30,000 in teleconferencing equipment during a handover ceremony at the Union Attorney General’s Office in Nay Pyi Taw today. Chargé d’Affaires George Sibley participated in the donation ceremony along with the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting Update for the 2020 Election
August 20, 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Americans overseas, now is the time to request your absentee ... Read More»
Time for Myanmar’s Military to End All Forms of Child Soldiering
Time for Myanmar’s Military to End All Forms of Child Soldiering By George N. Sibley This Op-Ed was originally published by Frontier Myanmar on August 16, 2020. During my three years in Myanmar at the United States embassy, I have been privileged to meet people who inspire me with their dedication to making their communities better. While ... Read More»
Fourteen USAID Lincoln Scholars Depart for United States for Master’s Degree Programs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 13, 2020 Fourteen USAID Lincoln Scholars Depart for United States for Master’s Degree Programs Yangon – Fourteen young Myanmar professionals are departing for the United States this month on full scholarships to begin master’s degree studies at American universities. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Acting Mission Director in ... Read More»
Remarks as prepared for Pamela Fessenden for Lincoln Scholars Pre-departure Press Briefing
Remarks as prepared for Pamela Fessenden for Lincoln Scholars Pre-departure Press Briefing Thursday, August 13, 2020, 2:00 pm First, I want to congratulate the Lincoln Scholars once again and wish you the best of luck as you embark on your graduate studies in the United States. Each of you was selected from among hundreds of ... Read More»
Statement from Secretary Pompeo on the 53rd Anniversary of the Founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 6, 2020 Statement from Secretary Pompeo on the 53rd Anniversary of the Founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat ... Read More»
Travel Advisory: Burma (Myanmar) – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Burma due to COVID-19. Additionally, exercise increased caution due to areas of civil unrest and armed conflict. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in the 2020 Election
August 6, 2020 The November 2020 U.S. elections are right around the corner and U.S. Citizens can and should vote from abroad. Your vote counts! Did you know recent elections have been decided by a margin of less than 0.1%? The U.S. Embassy is here to help you exercise your right to vote and answer ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Restrictions Extended
30 July 2020 The Burmese government has extended COVID-19-related restrictions related to compulsory use of face masks, temporary closures of non-essential businesses, the 12:00 A.M. – 4:00 A.M. curfew, and gatherings of people through August 15. The Covid-19 central committee increased the permitted size from four people to 14 people, and the quarantine for international arrivals, ban on international commercial flights, and suspension of visa-on-arrival and eVisa programs through August 31. ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. provides PPE to MOHS Yangon Region to support COVID-19 Response
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2020 U.S. provides PPE to MOHS Yangon Region to support COVID-19 Response YANGON – The U.S. Government is proud to announce $90,000 worth of additional assistance to Myanmar to mitigate or prevent the spread of COVID-19. In addition to the $18.5 million in health and humanitarian funding specifically for COVID-19 in Myanmar from the U.S. Government to date, today Chargé d’Affaires George Sibley oversees ... Read More»
Factsheet: U.S. Government Health and Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response
Factsheet: U.S. Government Health and Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response Updated as of July 29, 2020 The U.S. Government is providing nearly $19 million to support Myanmar’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding from the American people includes approximately $10.3 million for health, $8.2 million in disaster and humanitarian assistance, including to ... Read More»
Millions of People in Myanmar Benefit from U.S. Assistance on COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2020 Millions of people in Myanmar benefit from U.S. assistance on COVID-19 YANGON — Millions of people in Myanmar have been able to mitigate or prevent the spread of COVID-19 through health and humanitarian assistance from the United States. This U.S. assistance to Myanmar during the COVID-19 pandemic reflects the long-term U.S. ... Read More»
Factsheet: U.S. Government Health and Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response
Factsheet: U.S. Government Health and Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response Updated as of July 21, 2020 The U.S. Government is providing more than $18.5 million to support Myanmar’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding includes approximately $10.3 million for health and $8.2 million in disaster and humanitarian assistance, including to support vulnerable ... Read More»
Remarks as Prepared by Dr. Mitesh Desai, Country Director, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Myanmar Virtual Press Briefing
Dr. Mitesh Desai, Country Director, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Myanmar Remarks as Prepared Virtual Press Briefing Wednesday, July 22, 2020 For over 60 years, CDC has been a global leader in helping countries to strengthen their ability to detect and respond to disease outbreaks. US CDC opened the Myanmar office in ... Read More»
Remarks as Prepared for Teresa McGhie, USAID Mission Director in Myanmar – Virtual Press Briefing
Remarks as prepared for Teresa McGhie, USAID Mission Director in Myanmar Virtual press briefing July 22, 2020 The U.S. Agency for International Development, also known as USAID, is providing more than $14.3 million to the people of Myanmar during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is in addition to our $150 million annual budget for on-going programs ... Read More»
Chargé d’Affaires George Sibley’s Remarks as Prepared – Virtual Press Briefing on U.S. Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response
Chargé d’Affaires George Sibley’s Remarks as Prepared Virtual Press Briefing on U.S. Assistance to Myanmar for COVID-19 Response Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Mingalaba, I’m George Sibley, chargé d’affaires of the U.S. Embassy here in Myanmar. I appreciate that you are all joining us remotely for this press briefing. In addition to keeping our colleagues, friends, and counterparts safe, we ... Read More»
How the Erosion of Sovereignty Elsewhere Impacts Myanmar at Home
How the Erosion of Sovereignty Elsewhere Impacts Myanmar at Home By George N. Sibley July 18, 2020 This Op-Ed was originally published by Irrawaddy News on July 18, 2020. As Myanmar has focused on the fight against COVID-19 in recent months, many of its friends, including the United States, have offered support. But troublingly, at this time ... Read More»
The South China Sea, Southeast Asia’s Patrimony, and Everybody’s Own Backyard
DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (VIRTUAL) JULY 14, 2020 The South China Sea, Southeast Asia’s Patrimony, and Everybody’s Own Backyard Link to full remarks as prepared here . “The United States rejects any PRC maritime claim in the waters surrounding Vanguard Bank (off Vietnam), Luconia Shoals (off Malaysia), Natuna Besar (off Indonesia), or ... Read More»
The United States Provides $16.5 Million in Assistance to Myanmar to Respond to COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2020 The United States Provides $16.5 Million in Assistance to Myanmar to Respond to COVID-19 YANGON – The United States Government is providing an additional $3 million to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Myanmar, bringing the total U.S. support for COVID-19 response in Myanmar to $16.5 million since ... Read More»
A Message on U.S. Independence Day
A Message on U.S. Independence Day July 4, 2020 This 4th of July we celebrate the 244th birthday of our nation with pride, but at the same time, also with great humility. Today, the United States grapples with racial injustice that continues despite our long struggle to overcome it. Americans across the country are exercising ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Restrictions Extended
The Burmese government has extended COVID-19-related restrictions related to gatherings of people, temporary closures of non-essential businesses, and the 12:00 A.M. – 4:00 A.M. curfew through July 15, and the quarantine for international arrivals, ban on international commercial flights, and suspension of visa-on-arrival and eVisa programs through July 31. Read More»
Statement from Diplomatic Missions in Myanmar
Statement from Diplomatic Missions in Myanmar June 27, 2020 We are deeply concerned by the reports of the Myanmar Military’s clearance operations along the Kyauktan village tract in Rathedaung Township, Rakhine State and the worsening humanitarian and security situation in Rakhine and southern Chin State. We are aware of the historic impacts of such operations ... Read More»
Statement from Diplomatic Missions in Myanmar
Statement from Diplomatic Missions in Myanmar June 21, 2020 It has been one year since the restriction of mobile data services in parts of Rakhine and Chin States, which has curtailed communication and access to information for as many as one million people. Further restrictions have since been imposed on several news outlets and journalists. ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting Update
19 June 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Your vote counts, and the November 2020 U.S. elections ... Read More»
United States Assistance for the COVID-19 Response in Myanmar Reaches Nearly $13.5 million
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2020 United States Assistance for the COVID-19 Response in Myanmar Reaches Nearly $13.5 million The United States is providing an additional $4 million to address the spread of COVID-19 in Myanmar, bringing total U.S. support for COVID-19 response in Myanmar to $13.5 million since February 2020. The U.S. Agency ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Restrictions Extended through June 30
The Burmese government has extended COVID-19-related restrictions through June 30. These restrictions include a ban on international commercial flights, the e-visa and visa-on-arrival programs, restrictions on large gatherings of people, lockdowns of certain neighborhoods, mandatory quarantines, nightly curfew, and movement restrictions throughout the country. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Routine U.S. Passport Processing Resumes
Effective June 15, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon, Burma will resume routine processing of passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBAs), in addition to emergency citizenship and routine notary services. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Quarantine and Relief Flights Information
04 June 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Updated Quarantine Information: The Burmese government has updated quarantine ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Water Outage in Twelve Yangon Townships Tomorrow
20 May 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Due to major maintenance work, water supply will be ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Announces Scholarship and Exchange Opportunities
For immediate release May 19, 2020 U.S. Embassy Announces Scholarship and Exchange Opportunities Yangon — The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that applications for four U.S. government-funded scholarships and exchange programs are now open for the 2021-2022 academic year. These programs include: the Lincoln Scholarship and the Fulbright Foreign Student Scholarship for fully-funded Master’s Degree programs in ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Emergency Passports, Treasury Checks, Visa Extensions
U.S. Passport Processing: Due to the closure of passport printing centers in the U.S., we cannot process routine passport applications at this time. For U.S. citizens in Burma facing emergencies, we can issue emergency passports. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Restrictions Extended through May 31
The Burmese government has extended many COVID-19-related restrictions through May 31. These restrictions include a ban on international commercial flights, restrictions on gatherings of people, temporary closure of non-essential businesses, lockdowns of certain neighborhoods, mandatory quarantines, and movement restrictions throughout the country. Read More»
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Farewell Message
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Farewell Message Mingalabar. I’m Scot Marciel, U.S. Ambassador to Myanmar. After more than four years here, I am finishing my assignment in Myanmar and will be returning home to the United States. I’m looking forward to spending time with my family, but will miss my many friends here, and so much about ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Domestic and International Travel Update
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. 13 May 2020 Flights: International commercial flights are not permitted to fly through ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Upcoming Construction Project, Impact on Consular Services
To improve our ability to provide service to our customers, the U.S. Embassy will begin a construction project impacting consular services – expected to last from May 11 to June 15. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Emergency Contact Information
29 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. If you had a medical emergency today, who ... Read More»
The United States Provides $7.3 million in Assistance to Respond to COVID-19 in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 28, 2020 The United States Provides $7.3 million in Assistance to Respond to COVID-19 in Myanmar Yangon – The United States Government has committed an additional $3.5 million to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Myanmar, bringing the total U.S. support for COVID-19 response in Myanmar to $7.3 million ... Read More»
Attention: Diversity Visa Applicants
Attention Diversity Visa (DV) Applicants: The Department is temporarily delaying the opening of the Entrant Status Check for DV-2021 until June 6, 2020. This change is because of our committed response to COVID-19, and will not negatively impact the administration of DV-2021. Each year, the Department of State conducts a random selection of Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV) ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Flight Ban Extended, Yangon Restrictions Expanded
27 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Extension of Commercial Flight Ban The Burmese government extended its ban on international commercial ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Domestic Travel Difficulties
23 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Domestic travel throughout Burma is increasingly difficult. Intra-provincial bus service is restricted. ... Read More»
U.S. Condemns Attack on UN in Rakhine State
U.S. Condemns Attack on UN in Rakhine State PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON APRIL 22, 2020 The United States condemns the April 20 attack on a clearly-marked UN vehicle in Rakhine State, which resulted in the death of one World Health Organization (WHO) employee and the wounding of a health worker. We understand these Burmese ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release APRIL 22, 2020 U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures Fact Sheet OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 22, 2020 Today, Secretary Pompeo launched the U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures initiative. Health Futures captures our existing and ongoing work with ASEAN on public health and lays the groundwork for long-term partnership, ... Read More»
The United States and ASEAN are Partnering to Defeat COVID-19, Build Long-Term Resilience, and Support Economic Recovery
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release APRIL 22, 2020 The United States and ASEAN are Partnering to Defeat COVID-19, Build Long-Term Resilience, and Support Economic Recovery Press Statement MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2020 Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are enduring strategic ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Mandalay Curfew, Business Closures, Travel Restrictions
22 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The Mandalay Region government issued orders on April 16 and 20 providing updated guidance ... Read More»
Embassy Statement on Attack on WHO in Rakhine
The United States condemns the attack on a clearly marked World Health Organization vehicle in Rakhine State on April 20, which resulted in the death of one WHO employee and the wounding of a health worker. These two individuals were courageous Myanmar citizens who were transporting COVID-19 tests as part of an effort to protect ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Domestic Travel Information
21 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Checkpoints for Entry to Nay Pyi Taw The Nay Pyi Taw Council instructed local ... Read More»
EXCERPTS FROM TELEPHONIC BRIEFING, APRIL 15, 2020
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release APRIL 15, 2020 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE EXCERPTS FROM TELEPHONIC BRIEFING, APRIL 15, 2020 Dr. Barbara Marston, CDC COVID-19 International Task Force Lead; and Dr. John MacArthur, CDC Thailand Country Director Moderator: Thank you very much. Good morning, everyone, from the U.S. Department ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Information on Flight Availability
20 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Extension of Commercial Flight Ban The Burmese government extended its ban on all incoming ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: New Government COVID-19 Directives
20 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Extension of Quarantine Period The Burmese government extended the facility/hotel quarantine period for COVID-19 ... Read More»
Myanmar New Year – Thingyan Festival
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokeperson For Immediate Release APRIL 13, 2020 Myanmar New Year – Thingyan Festival Press Statement MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I convey our best wishes to the people of Myanmar for the Myanmar New Year, Thingyan. The United States has partnered ... Read More»
Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance
Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 8, 2020 Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. Government, the United States has continued to lead the world’s public health and humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Operations During Thingyan
9 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Embassy Operations During Thingyan: The U.S. Embassy will be closed for ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Changes to Routine U.S. Passport Services
8 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective ... Read More»
U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19
U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19 FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 31, 2020 As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, the U.S. Government has provided approximately $18.3 ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Regional Travel Restrictions across Burma
6 April 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Mandalay and Yangon Regional governments have announced ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Repatriation of U.S. Citizens
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2020 U.S. Embassy Statement on Repatriation of U.S. Citizens Today, the U.S. Embassy helped 267 American citizens and residents return home during this time of unprecedented challenges. To those who departed Myanmar on a U.S. government-organized flight, we wish you a safe and healthy return home. Thank you to ... Read More»
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (5 April 2020)
Location: Burma Event: Nearly 100 seats remain available for tomorrow’s repatriation flight . If you have not confirmed your seat and you wish to join tomorrow’s flight please follow the below instructions. Based on current demand, we expect this will be the only Embassy-organized repatriation flight back to the United States. Those passengers who already came to the Embassy and confirmed ... Read More»
Alert: Seats Still Available for U.S. Citizens – Repatriation Flight Update
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (5 April 2020) Location: Burma Event: We have seats still available for U.S. citizens for tomorrow’s repatriation flight . All U.S. citizens who have not yet confirmed their seat on tomorrow’s flight, and are interested in joining the repatriation flight should come to the U.S. Embassy in Yangon today ... Read More»
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Burma Event: Please read our earlier alert announcing a repatriation flight for U.S. citizens on April 6, 2020 departing Yangon at 12:30 PM and arriving to San Francisco at 8:15 PM on April 6. Emails Over the Weekend: Our staff worked all day today contacting passengers. The plane is not yet full. We will continue to work tomorrow, using the ... Read More»
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (4 April 2020) Location: Burma Event: Please read our earlier alert announcing a repatriation flight for U.S. citizens on April 6, 2020 departing Yangon at 12:30 PM and arriving to San Francisco at 8:15 PM on April 6. Emails Over the Weekend: Our staff are working through the weekend, using ... Read More»
Alert: Repatriation Flight Update
Location: Burma Event: Please read our earlier alert announcing a repatriation flight for U.S. citizens on April 6, 2020. New Information: Flight Details: The flight is scheduled to depart Yangon at 12:30 P.M. on April 6, 2020. It will stop shortly for refueling and crew change in Kadena Air Force Base, Japan and Anchorage, Alaska. It is scheduled to arrive ... Read More»
Alert: U.S. Citizen Repatriation Flight Information
3 April 2020 Location: Burma Event: The U.S. Embassy has tentative approval for a repatriation flight for U.S. citizens on April 6, 2020. The flight will fly from Yangon to San Francisco on a chartered aircraft. We are waiting to confirm times for departure and arrival. The flight is still awaiting landing approval from the ... Read More»
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (2 April 2020) Location: Burma Event: The U.S. Embassy is actively pursuing options for U.S. citizens to return to the United States. In the last 24 hours several commercial “relief flight” options became available. These include: Myanmar Airways International (MAI) is offering flights from Yangon to Seoul on ... Read More»
Statement from Ambassadors to Myanmar
Statement from Ambassadors to Myanmar 1 April 2020 On 23 March, the UN Secretary General called for armed groups across the world to implement a global ceasefire. The Ambassadors listed below echo this call. We are deeply concerned about the high level of fighting, casualties and civilian displacement occurring in Rakhine and Chin States, and ... Read More»
Alert: Repatriation Flight for U.S. Citizens
Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (1 April 2020) Location: Burma Event: The U.S. Embassy is attempting to coordinate a repatriation flight for U.S. citizens with valid U.S. passports leaving from Yangon within the next week and returning to the United States. The date of the flight is not set, however we ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
31 March 2020 Location: Burma Event: The Ministry of Health and Sports has confirmed 14 cases of COVID-19 in Burma and one death from the virus. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. Starting March 30, 2020 at 11:59 P.M., the Burmese government no longer allows international commercial passenger flights to land at ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Burma Event: The Ministry of Health and Sports has confirmed ten cases of COVID-19 in Burma. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. Starting March 30, 2020 at 11:59 P.M., the Burmese government will no longer allow international commercial passenger flights to land at any airport in Burma. This suspension will last ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
27 March 2020 Location: Burma Event: The Ministry of Health and Sports has confirmed five cases of COVID-19 in Burma. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The government of the People’s Republic of China suspended visa-free international transit of China beginning March 28, 2020. There are very few remaining flights departing Burma ... Read More»
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
26 March 2020 Location: Burma Event: The Ministry of Health and Sports has confirmed three cases of COVID-19 in Burma. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. U.S. citizens who live in the United States ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Update – Bangkok Transit and International Flight Availability from Yangon
25 March 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The Royal Thai Government has temporarily suspended its requirement for a COVID-negative medical certificate ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Update – International Flight Availability from Yangon and Entry Requirement Changes
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. 24 March 2020 Outbound Travel from Myanmar International outbound flight availability significantly decreased ... Read More»
Global Level 4 Health Alert: Do Not Travel
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (21 March 2020)
Location: Burma Event: There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Burma. The government of Burma has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Starting 12:00 A.M. on March 21, 2020, all travelers arriving to Burma who were in the United States or transited the United States ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Further Changes to Embassy Operations
Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic and consistent with Myanmar government recommendations to avoid large gatherings, the U.S. Embassy has taken further steps to increase social distancing, including on Embassy premises. Starting on Monday, March 23, only employees deemed “Mission Critical” will be permitted access to the Embassy facility. All others will telework. The provision ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: International Flight Availability from Yangon
19 March 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Due to increasing immigration restrictions instituted by countries around the world and ... Read More»
U.S. Provides Additional Assistance to Myanmar to Respond to Novel Coronavirus COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2020 U.S. Provides Additional Assistance to Myanmar to Respond to Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 YANGON – The U.S. Government has committed $1.8 million to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Myanmar from the Emergency Reserve Fund for Contagious Infectious Diseases at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID is ... Read More»
Information for Visa Applicants Regarding COVID-19
Effective Wednesday, March 18, 2020, the United States Embassy in Rangoon, Burma, is suspending routine non-immigrant and immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. U.S. citizen services and diplomatic/official visa processing will continue without interruption. Non-Immigrant Visa Applicants: ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Changes to U.S. Embassy Operations
18 March 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. As the Myanmar government is responsibly moving to reduce risks, including from ... Read More»
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Burma Event: On March 16, 2020, the Ministry of Health and Sports announced that there are zero confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Burma. The government of Burma has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little ... Read More»
Ceremony Honors Fallen U.S. Service Members from World War II in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2020 Ceremony Honors Fallen U.S. Service Members from World War II in Myanmar MANDALAY — Today the United States repatriated the recovered possible human remains of U.S. service members missing from World War II in the Salingyi area of Sagaing Region during a recent recovery mission through the U.S. ... Read More»
U.S. Responds to MOHS Request for COVID-19 Assistance
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html For Immediate Release March 6, 2020 U.S. Responds to MOHS Request for COVID-19 Assistance NAY PYI TAW — The United States continues its assistance to and partnership with Myanmar in preparation for any potential spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Teresa McGhie handed over Personal ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Reminder: U.S. Citizen Town Hall in Yangon,
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Reminder – please RSVP by noon tomorrow if you haven’t yet done so. For those who ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Citizen Town Hall in Yangon, March 5, 2020
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 28 February 2020 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Citizens in Myanmar are invited to a town hall with ... Read More»
Attention IV and DV Applicants
Effective February 21, 2020, Presidential Proclamation 9983 placed restrictions on the issuance of Immigrant Visas, including Diversity Visas, to Myanmar nationals. All immigrant and diversity visas not issued prior to this date will be subject to the provisions of this Proclamation. Limited exceptions apply and waivers may be granted on a case-by-case basis; a consular officer ... Read More»
Ambassador Congratulates 17 for Earning Lincoln Scholarships for Master’s Degrees in U.S.A.
Immediate Release February 16, 2020 Ambassador Congratulates 17 for Earning Lincoln Scholarships for Master’s Degrees in U.S.A. Yangon – Seventeen young leaders from eight states and regions in Myanmar will begin their graduate studies later this year at U.S. universities, thanks to USAID’s Lincoln Scholarship Program, U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel announced today. “The United States ... Read More»
FAQ on 212(f) visa restrictions for Burma under Presidential Proclamation
FAQ on 212(f) visa restrictions for Burma under Presidential Proclamation on Improving Enhanced Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Entry, issued on January 31, 2020 (“Proclamation”) Q: Does this Proclamation prohibit all travel by Myanmar nationals to the United States? A: No. The Proclamation restricts the entry of immigrant and diversity visa applicants ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassador Leads Trade Delegation to Mandalay
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2020 U.S. Ambassador Leads Trade Delegation to Mandalay Mandalay – U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel led a business delegation with thirteen companies from the United States and the region to Mandalay together with the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (AMCHAM) and the U.S. Commercial Service. The delegation is exploring ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Protection Measures during the Novel Coronavirus Outbreak
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN MYANMAR. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern for the novel coronavirus ... Read More»
Presidential Proclamation on Suspension of Entry into the United States of Foreign Nationals Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
Frequently Asked Questions On January 31, 2020, the President signed a proclamation suspending the entry into the United States of any foreign nationals who were present in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), excluding the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, during the 14 day period preceding their entry or attempted entry into ... Read More»
Frequently Asked Questions
On January 31, 2020, the President signed a proclamation suspending the entry into the United States of any foreign nationals who were present in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), excluding the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, during the 14 day period preceding their entry or attempted entry into the United States. ... Read More»
Statement: Presidential Proclamation on Improving Enhanced Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Entry
On January 31, following an extensive review and engagement period with countries around the world, the President signed a Proclamation on Improving Enhanced Vetting Capabilities and Processes for Detecting Attempted Entry. This Proclamation directs the Departments of State and Homeland Security to restrict the entry of certain nationals of countries identified as deficient in information ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
31 January 2020 Location: Myanmar Event: The Department of State updated the travel advisory for China to Level 4: Do Not Travel. On January 30, the World Health Organization has determined the rapidly spreading outbreak constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (30 January 2020)
Location: Myanmar Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to China due to an ongoing outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel coronavirus, which can be spread from person to person. There are so far no identified cases in Myanmar. Myanmar authorities have ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy and The Asia Foundation Donate Over 9,000 Books to Lower Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 30, 2020 U.S. Embassy and The Asia Foundation Donate Over 9,000 Books to Lower Myanmar Yangon – In a ceremony at American Center Yangon today, the U.S. Embassy and The Asia Foundation donated over 9,000 books to 139 educational institutions in Myanmar. The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. ... Read More»
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Special Lecture at the University of Yangon
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Special Lecture at the University of Yangon January 8, 2020 [Remarks as prepared] AMBASSADOR MARCIEL: Good morning. Thank you all for taking time to come today. As Professor Chaw Chaw Sein mentioned, I thought this would be a good opportunity and the professor specifically asked me to speak about U.S.-Myanmar relations. The ... Read More»
2020 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
Funding Amount: Maximum of $25,000 Deadline for Applications: February 14, 2020 Theme: Women, Peace and Security Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be alumni of a U.S. government-funded exchange program or a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program Proposals must be submitted by teams comprised of a least two (2) alumni of USG sponsored exchange programs. Alumni who are U.S. citizens may be part of the team, ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (24 January 2020)
Location: All regions of Myanmar Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to Wuhan, China due to an ongoing outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel coronavirus, which can be spread from person to person. There are so far no identified cases in ... Read More»
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Remarks – Midwifery Training School, Taunggyi
Ambassador Scot Marciel’s Remarks Midwifery Training School, Taunggyi January 23, 2020, 9:00 a.m. [as prepared] Thank you Principal Daw Haymar Soe Win for welcoming us to the Midwifery Training School, Taunggyi. Thank you Dr. Myint Myint Than, Deputy Director of Maternal and Child Health at Ministry of Health and Sports, and Dr. Thuzar Chit Tin, ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassador Visits Nurses and Midwives in Taunggyi
January 23, 2020 U.S. Ambassador Visits Nurses and Midwives in Taunggyi Taunggyi – U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel met hundreds of nursing students, midwives, and skilled birth attendants during a visit to the Midwifery Training School in Taunggyi, which is supported by the U.S. government through the Access to Health Fund. Ambassador Marciel toured the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Upcoming Coffee Hours in Nyaungshwe and Taunggyi with Embassy Staff, January 22 and 23, 2020
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN MYANMAR. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Embassy consular staff will visit Nyaungshwe on Wednesday, January 22 and Taunggyi on Thursday, January 23. ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Myanmar Event: There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. ... Read More»
Statement by Secretary POMPEO – Myanmar’s Independence Day
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release January 2, 2020 Statement by Secretary POMPEO Myanmar’s Independence Day On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send best wishes to the people of Myanmar on the occasion of your independence day, January 4. The United ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2020 Election
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for the House and Senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot ... Read More»
U.S. Sponsors Annual Scientific Symposium for Lower Mekong Countries in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2019 Contact: Jose Quiroga Email: Jose.Quiroga@asu.edu U.S. Embassy Contact: Aryani Manring Email: USEmbassyRGNPress@state.gov U.S. Sponsors Annual Scientific Symposium for Lower Mekong Countries in Myanmar Yangon – Solving real-world problems takes cross-border collaboration, including by scientists. That’s why over 100 researchers and scientists from the U.S. and the five countries of the ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
06 December 2019 Location: Yangon and various other cities across Myanmar Event: Demonstrations in support of State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi are planned for Yangon and Mandalay on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. The demonstration in Yangon will be held at Mahabandoola Park from 1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. The Embassy expects similar demonstrations ... Read More»
Remarks as prepared for Ambassador Scot Marciel at the launch of the USAID Lincoln Scholarship Program, Novotel Hotel
Remarks as prepared for Ambassador Scot Marciel at the launch of the USAID Lincoln Scholarship Program, Novotel Hotel, November 26, 2019 Having been in Myanmar for three and a half years, I have met hundreds of inspiring people around the country, each one working hard to build a better future for their communities and country. ... Read More»
Ambassador Announces Lincoln Scholarships for Master’s Degrees in U.S.A.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 26, 2019 Ambassador Announces Lincoln Scholarships for Master’s Degrees in U.S.A. Yangon – Nearly 100 Myanmar young leaders from around the country will receive a high quality graduate education at U.S. universities through the new Lincoln Scholarship program announced U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel today. “The United States wants to see Myanmar succeed. That’s ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Lashio, Shan State, Myanmar Event: Initial reports indicate that multiple rockets were fired in Lashio town on Saturday, November 16. One rocket hit the Lashio airport runway, which caused the Myanmar government to temporarily close the airport. Another rocket hit a civilian residential area. The airport is now open and security services have increased ... Read More»
U.S. Invites Local Solutions to Address the Drug Epidemic in Kachin State
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2019 U.S. invites local solutions to address the drug epidemic in Kachin state Myitkyina – U.S. Ambassador to Myanmar Scot Marciel opened a workshop in Myitkyina for local organizations working in Kachin state to reduce drug dependency through treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention activities. “Drug dependency is an issue that we face in the United ... Read More»
Ambassador’s Remarks as prepared for the U.S. Embassy Myitkyina Reception
Thursday, November 14 Palm Spring Hotel Ambassador’s Remarks as prepared for the U.S. Embassy Myitkyina Reception Thank you all for being here tonight. It’s good to be back in Myitkyina and Kachin State. I want to begin with a few words about the reason we are here. We came up to Myitkyina as a ... Read More»
U.S. promotes inclusive agriculture-led growth in Kachin State
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2019 U.S. promotes inclusive agriculture-led growth in Kachin State Myitkyina – U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel met with more than 60 members of the Kachin State agriculture sector. They discussed how the new U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Agriculture and Food-Systems Development activity can help overcome constraints that farmers ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy and Myanmar Football Federation Highlight Teamwork to Win Against Drugs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2019 U.S. Embassy and Myanmar Football Federation Highlight Teamwork to Win Against Drugs Yangon, Myanmar – The U.S. Embassy and Myanmar Football Federation are teaming up to host the ‘Community Champions’ sports program. Today, they kicked off the program with an opening ceremony at the National Football Academy. “Sports are ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Announces Continued Support for Conservation of Shwe Nandaw Monastery in Mandalay
For Immediate Release November 8, 2019 Yangon, Myanmar – The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce $300,000 of continued to support for the ongoing conservation efforts at the Shwe Nandaw Kyaung Monastery in Mandalay. This brings the total U.S. investment in the conservation of this important cultural site to $1.1 million. This support is through ... Read More»
AFCP 2020 Small Grants Competition [FY20-MMR-NOFO-02]
The US Embassy is accepting project applications for the 2020 Small Grants Competition of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The deadline for submitting applications to the US Embassy is December 10, 2019. Full implementation of the AFCP 2020 program is pending the availability of FY 2020 funds and an approved congressional spend ... Read More»
AFCP 2020 Large Grants Competition [FY20-MMR-NOFO-01]
The U.S. Embassy is accepting project applications for the 2020 Large Grants Program of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The deadline for submitting project abstracts to the U.S. Embassy is December 10, 2019. For abstracts that advance to Round 2, the submission deadline for full project applications is February 14, 2020. Full implementation ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Coffee Hour with Embassy Staff in Myitkyina, Nov 15
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN MYANMAR. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The U.S. Embassy Consular Section is pleased to announce that we will be holding a no-host “coffee ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (05 November 2019)
Location: Rakhine State, Myanmar Event: Recent months have seen increasing armed conflict in northern Rakhine State, including this week’s abduction of five foreign nationals. Armed groups have targeted public transit routes and have kidnapped persons regardless of their affiliation to the Burmese security forces. Actions to Take: Do not travel to Buthidaung, Kyauktaw, Maungdaw, Minbya, ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Embassy Statement on the Visit of Assistant Secretary Stilwell
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2019 U.S. Embassy Statement on the Visit of Assistant Secretary Stilwell October 27-30, 2019 Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David Stilwell reaffirmed the long-term U.S. commitment to support the aspirations of the people of Myanmar for greater peace, prosperity, freedoms, and democracy during his ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Supports Regional Forum in Yangon to Promote Food and Nutrition Security in Asia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2019 U.S. Supports Regional Forum in Yangon to Promote Food and Nutrition Security in Asia Yangon, Myanmar – Researchers, policymakers, and development partners from the U.S. and the region began a two-day conference in Yangon today. The purpose of the conference is to share knowledge to more rapidly reduce ... Read More»
MISSION-DRIVEN ALUMNI OUTREACH (MDAO) SMALL GRANT COMPETITION
MISSION-DRIVEN ALUMNI OUTREACH (MDAO) SMALL GRANT COMPETITION– CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Funding Amount: Maximum of $20,000 Deadline for Applications: November 4, 2019 Program Description The Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy – Rangoon is pleased to announce the FY 2020 Mission-Driven Alumni Outreach (MDAO) Small Grant Competition. The MDAO Small Grant Competition offers alumni of U.S. Government-sponsored ... Read More»
Assistant Secretary David R. Stilwell Travels to Japan, Burma, Malaysia, Thailand, Seoul and China
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE October 24, 2019 Assistant Secretary David R. Stilwell Travels to Japan, Burma, Malaysia, Thailand, Seoul and China Assistant Secretary David R. Stilwell will visit Tokyo, Rangoon, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Seoul, and Beijing, October 24 to November 7. The Assistant Secretary will be ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Embassy Congratulates First Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Graduates at University of Medicine 1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2019 Yangon, Myanmar – The U.S. Embassy congratulates the first-ever graduates from the new Child and Adolescent Psychiatry training program at University of Medicine-1 this week. Ten students completed a seven and a half month course developed by American Fulbright Scholar George Stewart. Dr. Stewart is one of seven Fulbright ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy and 12 Artists Support Communities Struggling with Drug Dependency
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2019 Yangon – The U.S. Embassy, in collaboration with the social organization Full Stop and 12 Myanmar artists, produced the song “Don’t Give up Hope,” which tells the stories of people struggling with drug dependency. The song promotes the 528 Love social media campaign, which supports healthier communities in Myanmar. ... Read More»
U.S. Celebrates Private Sector Growth in Myanmar’s Agriculture Sector
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 8, 2019 U.S. Celebrates Private Sector Growth in Myanmar’s Agriculture Sector Yangon – The United States and Myanmar partners celebrated achievements in Myanmar’s melon, sesame, coffee, ginger, and soybean sectors at the #MarketNext event today. Agriculture is vital to the livelihoods of the majority of people in Myanmar. U.S. Ambassador ... Read More»
Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (October 8, 2019) Location: Burma Event: The Embassy of the United States of America in Rangoon has updated our travel advisory for Burma. Changes from our previous travel advisory include updated advice for the following townships: Level 3 – Reconsider Travel to Lashio township in Shan State due ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Changes in Polio Vaccine Recommendations
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently recommended changes to Polio vaccinations for adults and children in Myanmar. Between ... Read More»
MEDIA NOTE: Assistant Secretary Marie Royce Travels to Thailand and Burma
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 Assistant Secretary Marie Royce Travels to Thailand and Burma Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Marie Royce will travel to Thailand and Burma from September 27 to October 4 to attend the 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit, visit an ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Supports Melon Farmers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2019 U.S. Supports Melon Farmers Nay Pyi Taw – Watermelon and muskmelon are the flagship export fruits of Myanmar and are the country’s most valuable fruit crops. With U.S. support, the Myanmar Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Producer and Exporter Association (MFVP) melon farmers have improved practices and technologies while ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: Key Findings from the USAID Food Security Policy Project (2014 – 2019)
FACT SHEET IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2019 Key Findings from the USAID Food Security Policy Project (2014 – 2019) This has been a time of dramatic change in rural Myanmar. The following findings stand out: (1) Access to public infrastructure has expanded greatly since 2011. (2) Rural mobility is improving. Travel times from villages ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Supports Rural Farming Communities in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDAIATE RELEASE September 26, 2019 U.S. Supports Rural Farming Communities in Myanmar YANGON – How will Myanmar farmers and their families benefit from the dramatic changes taking place in Myanmar’s rural economy? This was the central question at a day-long workshop that brought together American and Myanmar researchers and Government of Myanmar policy ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Major cities in Myanmar, specifically Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw, and Mandalay Event: Myanmar security forces are investigating reports of potential attacks in Nay Pyi Taw on September 26, October 16, and October 26, and in Nay Pyi Taw, Yangon, and Mandalay in the coming months. Actions to Take: Review your personal security plans and ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Meeting with U.S. Embassy Staff in Mandalay on October 3
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Embassy staff will be visiting Mandalay on October 3, and are interested in meeting with U.S. ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Reminder: U.S. Citizen Town Hall in Yangon, September 25, 2019
18 September 2019 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Citizens in Myanmar are invited to a U.S. citizen ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: Eastern Mandalay Division and Northern Shan State, Burma Event: This is an update to our security alert from August 19, 2019. Some roads have re-opened in eastern Mandalay Division and northern Shan State. U.S. Embassy staff may now travel between Pyin Oo Lwin and Nawnghkio. Actions to Take: Do not travel along Highway 3 ... Read More»
Myanmar Fruit and Vegetable Representative Joins Global Group to Promote Women’s Economic Participation with the White House
For Immediate release September 13, 2019 Yangon — This week, Sandar Myo, representing the Myanmar Fruit, Flower & Vegetable Producer & Exporter Association (MFVP), joins a group of women — and one man — from 18 countries traveling to the United States as part of the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Initiative established by ... Read More»
U.S. and Myanmar University Experts Collaborate to Improve Farm Incomes and Nutrition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 6, 2019 Nay Pyi Taw – A U.S. government program is helping Myanmar’s farmers and their families through improved understanding of the ongoing transformations in the country’s rural economy. Seventy percent of rural households in Myanmar depend on agriculture for nutrition and as a source of income – either directly through ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Citizen Town Hall in Yangon, September 25, 2019
5 September 2019 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Citizens in Myanmar are invited to a U.S. citizen ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
Location: All regions of Burma Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 travel notice for travelers to Burma due to a polio outbreak. The notice can be read here: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/polio-myanmar . Actions to Take: All travelers to Burma should be vaccinated fully against polio. Adults who completed their ... Read More»
JOINT PRESS RELEASE FROM THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE EMBASSY OF JAPAN
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Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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U.S. Supports Fourth Federalism Symposium
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (May 31, 2019)
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Air Quality Data for Yangon
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U.S. Embassy and The Asia Foundation Donate Thousands of Books to Upper Myanmar
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Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale Travels to Indonesia, Thailand, Burma, and Japan
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U.S. Embassy and The Asia Foundation Donate Nearly 10,000 Books to Lower Myanmar
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Freedom of Speech
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo’s case is deeply disappointing. These convictions, like the recent detention of filmmaker Min Htin Ko Ko Gyi and of the Peacock Generation Thangyat troupe, and the recent charges brought against editor U Ye Ni and other journalists, point to an increasing intolerance for free ... Read More»
Press Statement: Myanmar Thingyan Festival
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Burmese New Year Festival (Thingyan)
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Letter: US is Investing in Myanmar’s Future
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U.S. Embassy Groundbreaking Ceremony at Embassy Liaison Office in Nay Pyi Taw
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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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Peace Corps Expands To Magway Region
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OPIC SIGNS COMMITMENT TO SUPPORT MICROLOANS FOR RURAL BORROWERS IN MYANMAR
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Peace Corps Increases Number of Volunteers Serving in Myanmar
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U.S. Embassy Statement of Concern about Conflict and Humanitarian Access in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2, 2019 The United States is deeply concerned about the harm to civilians of the ongoing conflict in Rakhine and Chin States between the Arakan Army and the Myanmar military. We call on all parties to renew their efforts to end the fighting and work toward a peaceful resolution of the ... Read More»
Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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Press ReleaseU.S.-Funded Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Hosts ASEAN Regional Workshop on Media Literacy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2019 The four-day event builds the ASEAN ecosystem to combat disinformation in all 10 ASEAN member states and Timor Leste. YANGON – Fifty young people between the ages of 22-33 representing Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste, and Vietnam are participating together with U.S. ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (20 March 2019)
Location: Yangon City, Yangon Region, Burma Event: The Yangon City Development Committee announced cuts to the water supply for various Yangon-area townships on March 22, 2019 from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. due to maintenance on the water supply system. The list of affected townships includes: Ahlone, Bahan, Botahtaung, Dawbon, Kamayut, Kyimindaing, Mayangone, Mingalar Taung ... Read More»
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (19 March 2019)
Location: Hsipaw Township, Shan State, Burma Event: Hiking and trekking outside of Hsipaw town is dangerous due to active armed conflict and land mines. Multiple armed groups occupy areas near Hsipaw, and there are frequent clashes among the groups and with the Burmese military. Areas of armed conflict around Hsipaw frequently change without warning. Land ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Announces 2019 Winners of Women of Change Award in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2019 YANGON – The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the two recipients of the annual U.S. Embassy Women of Change Award. U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel will present the awards today in a ceremony for friends, family, and colleagues of the recipients. The U.S. Embassy’s Women of Change award recognizes ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (14 March 2019)
Location: Yangon City, Yangon Region, Burma Event: We wish to notify you that there was a reported case of measles in the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon, Burma. If you visited U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma from March 4 – 9, 2019, you may have been exposed to measles. Actions to Take: If you are sick, seek ... Read More»
Press Releases: U.S. and Myanmar Teams Work to Control New Agricultural Pest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2019 NAY PYI TAW – U.S.-based agricultural experts are in Myanmar this week working with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Irrigation (MOALI) and farming communities to mitigate the spread of a new agricultural pest called Fall Armyworm, which has the potential to dramatically reduce maize crop production in Myanmar. ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: Ceremony Honors Fallen U.S. Service Members from World War II in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2019 MANDALAY — Today the United States will repatriate the recovered possible human remains of U.S. service members missing from World War II in the Salingyi area of Sagaing Region during a recent recovery mission through the U.S. Department of Defense’s agency the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA). These remains ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Announces its “Mandalay Road Show”
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Myanmar Woman to Receive 2019 International Women of Courage Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 7, 2019 Yangon – Today, March 7, Secretary of State Pompeo is hosting the 13th Annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Award at the U.S. Department of State to honor 10 extraordinary women from around the world. First Lady of the United States Melania Trump will deliver special remarks at the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Citizen Town Hall in Mandalay
6 March 2019 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. U.S. Citizens in and around the Mandalay area are invited to join U.S. Ambassador to Myanmar Scot ... Read More»
United States Celebrates Women’s Contributions to Peace in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2019 YANGON – On March 6, U.S. Ambassador to Myanmar Scot Marciel and USAID Mission Director Teresa McGhie hosted an event celebrating women’s contributions to peace in Myanmar through the presentation of the “Women Contributing to Peace” mapping project. Civil society organizations, peace process stakeholders, political leaders, members of the ... Read More»
U.S. Provides Equipment to Help Disrupt the Drug Trade in Myanmar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2019 YANGON — Today the United States provided equipment to the Myanmar Police Force’s Drug Enforcement Division (DED) to assist in the disruption of drug trafficking, which affects communities across Myanmar and the region. The official equipment transfer ceremony took place at the DED Yangon Drug Crime Center. DED and ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Information on Drones in Burma
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE AMERICAN LIAISON NETWORK AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. We have updated our guidance to U.S. citizens about the importation and use of drones in Burma. The ... Read More»
Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (20 February 2019)
Location: Yangon Region, Burma Event: According to local media reporting, Yangon Region government officials report an increase in measles cases since the beginning of 2019. The Burmese Ministry of Health and Sports is planning a measles vaccine drive for children in the coming weeks. Actions to Take: Visit the CDC Travelers Health Page for travelers to Burma. Consider obtaining ... Read More»
USAID Launches Programs to Strengthen Civil Society, the Media, and Local Communities
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma (29 January 2019)
Location: Golden Valley Neighborhood, Yangon, Burma Event: In January 2019, there have been four burglaries of residential houses in the Golden Valley neighborhood of Yangon. These burglaries were non-violent and occurred at different hours of the day and night. Thieves concentrated on cash and small valuable items, like mobile phones. Actions to Take: Review your ... Read More»
Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
In response to recent armed clashes between the Tatmadaw and the Arakan Army in northern Rakhine State, the U.S. Embassy has made the following recommendations for Embassy personnel and their family members. As of now, all Rakhine townships north of Sittwe and Pauktaw townships are off limits for personal travel by U.S. Embassy personnel and ... Read More»
USAID Commits $6 Million to Address HIV and Drug Epidemics in Kachin State
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Statement on the conviction of Lum Zawng, Nang Pu and Zau Jat
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TechCamp Myanmar: Media Literacy for the Next Generation
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Closure of U.S. Embassy on December 5, 2018
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Donation of Historic Photo of Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda
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USAID Myanmar Country Profile
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Recent Fighting in Kachin, Shan and Kayin States
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Statement on Presidential Pardon
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Importance of Registering Place of Residence with Burmese Government
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Embassy Rangoon Federal Voting Assistance Program
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U.S. Embassy Statement on NCA Signing
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Continued Detention of Reuters Journalists
42 days ago Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo were arrested for doing their jobs as investigative journalists. We are disappointed that – at a minimum – they have still not been granted bail. Their arrests were highly irregular and have hurt press freedom in Myanmar. We call again for their release so they can be ... Read More»
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Continued Detention of Reuters Journalists
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Statement on the ARSA Attack on Myanmar Security Forces in Rakhine State
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Dear Mr. President: The American people send their congratulations and best wishes to the people of Myanmar as they celebrate your country’s independence on January 4. The democratic values the people of Myanmar endorsed in the 2015 election remain crucial to the long-term success, stability, and prosperity of your nation. The United States will remain a ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Now in Effect – New Policy for Personal Electronic Device Access to Embassy
Message for U.S. Citizens: Now in Effect – New Policy for Personal Electronic Device Access to Embassy 03 January 2018 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on the Arrests of Two Reuters Reporters
We are deeply concerned by the highly irregular arrests of two Reuters reporters after they were invited to meet with police officials in Yangon last night. For a democracy to succeed, journalists need to be able to do their jobs freely. We urge the government to explain these arrests and allow immediate access to the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: New Policy for Personal Electronic Device Access to Embassy
Message for U.S. Citizens: New Policy for Personal Electronic Device Access to Embassy 13 December 2017 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. Starting on ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution
Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution 07 December 2017 THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. On December 6, 2017, the U.S. Department of State ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Temporary Suspension of U.S. Government Travel to Sittwe and Northern Rakhine
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. On Wednesday, November 22, U.S. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson announced a ... Read More»
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON: Efforts to Address Burma’s Rakhine State Crisis
For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON November 22, 2017 Efforts to Address Burma’s Rakhine State Crisis I visited Naypyitaw, Burma on November 15, where I met separately with State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. I reaffirmed the United States’ strong commitment ... Read More»
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson And Burmese State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi At a Joint Press Availability
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Official For Immediate Release REMARKS November 15, 2017 Secretary of State Rex Tillerson And Burmese State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi At a Joint Press Availability November 15, 2017 Ministry of Foreign Affairs Naypyidaw, Burma MODERATOR: Good afternoon excellencies, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you all for coming ... Read More»
UNITED STATES ASSISTANCE TO BURMA
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson _____________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release FACT SHEET November 15, 2017 UNITED STATES ASSISTANCE TO BURMA The United States supports a peaceful, prosperous, and democratic Burma that respects the human rights of all its people. We are working to immediately address the human rights and humanitarian crisis in Rakhine ... Read More»
Secretary Tillerson Travels to: Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Burma
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON November 2, 2017 For Immediate Release Secretary Tillerson Travels to: Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Burma Secretary Tillerson will accompany President Trump on his travels to Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The Secretary will ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: New Procedure for Social Security Services in Burma
THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN RANGOON IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE EMBASSY WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN BURMA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Sentencing of Kachin Baptist Leaders
U.S. Embassy Statement on Sentencing of Kachin Baptist Leaders October 27, 2017 We are concerned about the sentencing today of two religious leaders from the Kachin Baptist Church, pastor Nawng Latt and youth leader Gam Seng, under article 17/1 of the Unlawful Association Act, section 500 of the penal code for criminal defamation, and the ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstration at Shwedagon Pagoda
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstration at Shwedagon Pagoda A demonstration is scheduled for Sunday, October 29, 12:00 P.M. in downtown Rangoon. Protestors plan to gather east of Shwedagon Pagoda near Shwe Gone Daing flyover and will march along Kabar Aye Pagoda Road to City Hall. The demonstration is ... Read More»
Accountability for Human Rights Abuses in Rakhine State, Burma
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON October 23, 2017 Accountability for Human Rights Abuses in Rakhine State, Burma Burma in recent years has emerged from a half-century of authoritarian rule and undertaken a significant transition to an open, democratic society. The U.S. Administration supports this transition ... Read More»
Statement on State Counselor’s Remarks
Statement on State Counselor’s Remarks October 13, 2017 The U.S. Embassy welcomes State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s remarks and her commitment to repatriate refugees who have fled from Myanmar, prioritize humanitarian assistance to all who need it, and work inclusively with many stakeholders to address the issues in Rakhine State. It is a fact ... Read More»
STATEMENT ON THE DIPLOMATIC TRIP TO NORTHERN RAKHINE ON 2 OCTOBER 2017
STATEMENT ON THE DIPLOMATIC TRIP TO NORTHERN RAKHINE ON 2 OCTOBER 2017 At the invitation of the Myanmar Government, we visited Northern Rakhine today. We went to a number of villages in Maungdaw and Rathedaung districts and met a mixture of local communities. This initiative by the Government of Myanmar allowed us to show support ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Alabama Special General Election
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Message for U.S. Citizens: Alabama Special General Election September 19, 2017 Alabama Special General Election Scheduled for December 12 The State of Alabama will conduct a special general election on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, for the office of U.S. Senator to replace Jeff Sessions. Service members, eligible family members and overseas citizens ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall with U.S. Ambassador
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall with U.S. Ambassador September 7, 2017 All U.S. citizens living in Myanmar are invited to attend a town hall meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Yangon on Monday, September 18, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The U.S. Embassy is located at 110 University ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: 9/11 Anniversary Security Advisory
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: 9/11 Anniversary Security Advisory September 8, 2017 On Monday, we will observe the 16th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. This anniversary should serve as a sobering reminder of the continued threat we face from terrorism. While the Embassy does not have any specific information about potential ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Violent Attacks in Northern Rakhine
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Violent Attacks in Northern Rakhine August 30, 2017 Due to the widespread attacks against government security forces in northern Rakhine State and because of continued instability, we strongly advise all U.S. citizens to avoid travel to northern Rakhine State – defined as Maungdaw, Rathedaung, and Buthidaung ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement Condemning Attacks in Northern Rakhine State
August 25, 2017 We condemn the attacks that took place overnight against the security forces, and we offer condolences to victims and their families. We recognize the government and security forces have the responsibility to act to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent further violence, and we urge them to do so in a way that ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on the Release of the Final Report of the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State
August 25, 2017 The U.S. Embassy welcomes the release of the Final Report by the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State on August 24. We commend the government’s commitment to evaluate the Commission’s recommendations with a view toward implementing them to the fullest extent. We look forward to continuing to support the government’s efforts to address the ... Read More»
U.S. EMBASSY SIGNS AGREEMENT ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, COUNTERNARCOTICS AND RULE OF LAW ASSISTANCE
For Immediate Release August 22, 2017 Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar – Ambassador Scot Marciel and Acting Police Chief Police Brigadier General Aung Win Oo signed an agreement on providing law enforcement, counternarcotics and rule of law assistance to the Government of Myanmar. This agreement furthers the U.S.-Myanmar Partnership, and shows the U.S. commitment to working together ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protest at Shwedagon Pagoda
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protest at Shwedagon Pagoda August 4, 2017 There is an on-going protest next to the Shwedagon Pagoda. If you visit the pagoda, avoid the protest area next to the eastern entrance to the Shwedagon Pagoda. If you feel unsafe, depart the area immediately. The Embassy advises ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Violence in Northern Rakhine State
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Violence in Northern Rakhine State July 7, 2017 While there are no known specific threats against U.S. citizens, and most areas in Burma remain safe for tourists to visit, the Embassy would like to advise U.S. citizens to avoid travel to Northern Rakhine State due to ... Read More»
Second Group of Peace Corps Volunteers to Begin Service in Myanmar
May 24, 2017 Yangon, Myanmar — Peace Corps strengthens its commitment of service to the people of Myanmar with the swearing-in ceremony of a new group of 15 Peace Corps Volunteers in Yangon on May 26, 2017. This is the second group of Volunteers to serve in Myanmar. The Volunteers have successfully completed a ten-week pre-service training ... Read More»
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Cyclone Maarutha
United States Embassy Rangoon, Burma Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Cyclone Maarutha April 16, 2017 There is a cyclone system developing in the Bay of Bengal. The storm is currently expected to make landfall in Burma in the late evening hours of April 16. Rakhine State is expected to receive heavy rains and strong winds ... Read More»
Thingyan Water Festival (Myanmar)
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC April 12, 2017 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, best wishes to the people of Myanmar as you gather with your families and friends to celebrate Thingyan. Thingyan is an appropriate time to reflect on the momentous changes Myanmar has ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Burmese Water Festival (Thingyan)
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Burmese Water Festival (Thingyan) March 29, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon alerts U.S. citizens that the Water Festival in Burma, also known as Thingyan, will take place the week of April 9, 2017. In the past, festive gatherings during Thingyan have led to increased incidents ... Read More»
Security Message: By-elections April 01, 2017
United States Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message: By-elections April 01, 2017 The U.S. Embassy alerts U.S. citizens of the upcoming by-elections scheduled for April 1, 2017 in certain districts in Yangon and Bago divisions, and in Chin, Mon, Rakhine, Sagaing, Shan, and Kayah states. Although there have been no specific incidents of violence targeting U.S. ... Read More»
USNS Fall River Makes Goodwill Visit to Myanmar
USNS Fall River Makes Goodwill Visit to Myanmar From Task Force 73 Public Affairs Yangon, Myanmar (NNS) – The United States Navy expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Fall River (T-EPF-4) will make a goodwill port visit to Yangon, Myanmar March 21-25 to enhance friendship and cultural exchange between U.S. service members and the people of ... Read More»
New Group of U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers Coming to Myanmar
For Immediate Release March 15, 2017 This week marks an exciting moment of transition in the United States’ partnership with the Myanmar people, as the first group of American Peace Corps Volunteers English teachers in Myanmar completes their service and the second group of Volunteers arrives. On Tuesday, March 14, the first group of six Peace ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S citizens: Worldwide Caution, March 03, 2017
Security Message for U.S citizens: Worldwide Caution, March 03, 2017 1. As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. ... Read More»
2017 Trade Policy Agenda and 2016 Annual Report
The 2017 Trade Policy Agenda and 2016 Annual Report of the President of the United States on the Trade Agreements Program are submitted to the Congress pursuant to Section 163 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2213). Chapter II and Annex II of this document meet the requirements of Sections 122 ... Read More»
Ambassador Marciel’s remarks delivered at the Myanmar Institute of Strategic and International Studies
Good morning, everyone. Mr. Chairman, thank you so much for the kind introduction, which mostly made me realize that I’ve been doing this kind of work for far too long. But it’s very kind of you to do it, especially after you just came back from a major surgery. Thank you to all of you ... Read More»
Voting message for U.S. citizens
Just voted in November? Still traveling or living overseas? You should register and request your absentee ballot to vote again in 2017 to ensure your election office knows where to send your ballot for any upcoming special elections for federal office. Some states are also holding gubernatorial or other statewide elections this year. The Federal Voting Assistance ... Read More»
New American Center Logo
The American Center Rangoon, currently located on Taw Win Road in Dagon Township, is unveiling a new logo in advance of the upcoming opening of the new “American Center Yangon,” at the corner of University Avenue and Pyay Road. The current Center will move to the new location in late 2017. The new logo and ... Read More»
U.S. Government Announces New Increase in Support to World Food Programme (WFP) to Help Vulnerable Communities in Kachin, Rakhine and Shan
The United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Office of Food for Peace approved a new contribution of $5 million to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to assist people impacted by ongoing or recent conflict. This contribution will support life-saving food assistance for 172,000 people in Kachin, Shan and Rakhine in need of ... Read More»
Achievements in U.S.-Myanmar Agriculture Collaboration
January 13, 2017 Yangon, Myanmar – To ring in the New Year, U.S. Ambassador Marciel welcomed partners from the Myanmar and United States agricultural sectors to his home on January 12 to recognize the achievements attained through bilateral engagements between the two countries. More than 50 representatives from the Myanmar government and business sector, including ... Read More»
Myanmar’s Independence Day
Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC December 30, 2016 On behalf of President Barack Obama and the American people, I send warmest wishes to the people of Myanmar on the occasion of your independence day on January 4. The past year has been a historic one for Myanmar, as your first civilian-led, ... Read More»
Statement on Fighting in Northern Myanmar
The U.S. Embassy is deeply concerned by the escalating violence in Kachin and Shan State and reports of abuses against civilians. We continue to call for restraint from all sides and urge immediate, unfettered humanitarian access to all those affected by conflict throughout the country. Continued conflict undermines the trust necessary to achieve a durable ... Read More»
Joint Statement on Humanitarian Access to northern part of Rakhine State
Statement by the Diplomatic Missions of Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Turkey and the United States on Humanitarian Access to northern part of Rakhine State December 9, 2016 As friends of Myanmar, we are deeply concerned by the humanitarian situation in northern part of Rakhine State. ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel to Northern Shan State
U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel to Northern Shan State November 22, 2016 While there are no known specific threats against U.S. citizens, and most areas in Burma remain safe for tourists to visit, the Embassy would like to advise U.S. citizens to avoid the area between Muse, Lashio, and Hsipaw ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Small Explosions
United States Embassy Rangoon, Burma Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Small Explosions November 21, 2016 While there are no known specific threats against U.S. citizens in Burma, the Embassy advises that there have been small explosions at retail commercial centers in Rangoon. On November 17, there were two small explosions at the Ocean Supercenter in ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: European Travel Alert
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals, events, and outdoor markets. This Travel Alert expires on February 20, 2017. Credible information indicates the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or Da’esh), ... Read More»
Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation 2017 – AFCP 2017 Small Grants Competition
Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation 2017 AFCP 2017 Small Grants Competition Information for Applicants (Deadline for submitting full proposals submission: Friday, December 16, 2016) The U.S. Embassy Yangon and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2017 call for proposals for the Ambassador’s ... Read More»
Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP-2017) – Calling for Project Proposals – Large Grants Program
Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP-2017) Calling for Project Proposals – Large Grants Program Information for Applicants (DEADLINE for Abstracts Submission: Friday, December 16, 2016) (DEADLINE for full Proposals Submission: Friday, January 20, 2017) The U.S. Embassy, Yangon is accepting project proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)-2017 Large Grants ... Read More»
First U.S. – Myanmar Partnership Meeting Held
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 15, 2016 Following the announcement of the formation of the U.S.— Myanmar Partnership by President Obama and State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi during her visit to the United States in September, an interagency delegation from Washington, including officials from the Departments of State, ... Read More»
Assistant Secretary William R. Brownfield’s Travel to Asia
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2016 Assistant Secretary of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) William R. Brownfield will travel to the Philippines, Burma, and China November 13-22. In the first two countries he will seek to strengthen U.S. support for just and fair institutions that ... Read More»
TERMINATION OF BURMA SANCTIONS PROGRAM
U.S. TREASURY DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS October 7, 2016 TREASURY IMPLEMENTS TERMINATION OF BURMA SANCTIONS PROGRAM WASHINGTON – Today, President Obama signed an Executive Order terminating the national emergency with respect to Burma, revoking the Burma sanctions Executive Orders, and waiving other statutory blocking and financial sanctions on Burma. As a result, the economic and ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens Final Opportunities to Return Voted Ballots
Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls on Tuesday, November 8. U.S. citizens who want to participate in ... Read More»
Zika Virus in Southeast Asia
What is the current situation? Travelers have returned from certain areas of Southeast Asia with Zika virus infection. While our understanding of the complications of Zika virus infection continues to evolve, and pending broader international surveillance efforts for Zika virus infection, we are providing pregnant women and their partners updated recommendations on reducing their risk ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Zika Virus
The U.S. Embassy in Yangon informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued Travel Guidance for Burma regarding the risk of Zika virus infection. Zika virus is endemic . The risk of Zika to travelers, especially pregnant women, in endemic countries is likely lower (but not zero) than in areas where Zika ... Read More»
2nd Stakeholders Forum on Labour Law Reform and Institutional Capacity Building [Joint Statement]
Joint Statement 2nd Stakeholders Forum on Labour Law Reform and Institutional Capacity Building Yangon, 30 September 2016 The Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Denmark, Japan, the United States of America, the European Union, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) convened the second Stakeholders’ Forum of the Initiative to Promote Fundamental Labour Rights and ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Town Hall
All U.S. citizens living in Myanmar are invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Yangon on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Ambassador Scot Marciel will provide an overview of current U.S.-Myanmar bilateral relations and will answer questions from the floor. We will also provide information ... Read More»
Presidential Proclamation to the Congress — Restoring Burma’s Trade Benefits Under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)
TO MODIFY DUTY-FREE TREATMENT UNDER THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1. Section 502 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the “1974 Act”) (19 U.S.C. 2462), authorizes the President to designate countries as beneficiary developing countries, ... Read More»
Presidential Message to the Congress — Restoring Burma’s Trade Benefits Under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 14, 2016 Presidential Message to the Congress — Restoring Burma’s Trade Benefits Under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: I am writing to inform you of my intent to end the suspension of preferential treatment ... Read More»
Remarks by President Obama and State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma
Oval Office 12:27 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: It is an extraordinary pleasure for me to welcome State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and her delegation to the White House. This is not her first visit to the Oval Office, but it is her first visit in her official capacity. And it represents a remarkable process ... Read More»
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting With Burma State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi
The Vice President hosted leading Members of Congress this morning for a breakfast meeting with Burma State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi at the Naval Observatory. The Vice President and Members welcomed the recent progress in Burma’s democratic transition, discussed the President’s decision to terminate the national emergency and end Executive Order-based sanctions, and shared ... Read More»
Terminating the National Emergency for Burma
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 14, 2016 On September 14, President Obama announced his intent to terminate the National Emergency with respect to Burma, nearly 20 years after economic and financial sanctions were first imposed on Burma. The announcement came after the President met and discussed these issues with State Counsellor ... Read More»
U.S.-Burma Relations
Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 14, 2016 Aung Sang Suu Kyi’s historic visit in her new capacities as State Counsellor and Foreign Minister is testament to the far-reaching change Burma has undergone in the past few years. Burma now has a civilian-led, democratically elected government focused on bringing peace and national ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens -Worldwide Caution
1. As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to plan attacks ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: U.S. Efforts to Address Trafficking in Persons and Irregular Migration in East Asia and the Pacific
The United States is a strong advocate for increased international cooperation and responsibility-sharing on irregular migration, refugee, and trafficking in persons issues in East Asia and the Pacific. At today’s East Asia Summit (EAS), the region’s leaders responded to President Obama’s call for strengthened cooperation by endorsing the EAS Leaders’ “Declaration on Strengthening Responses to ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: U.S.-ASEAN Connect
Strategic Partners for Sustainable and Innovative Economic Growth Connect Represents the Next Chapter in the U.S. -ASEAN Economic Relationship U.S.-ASEAN Connect (“Connect”) is the U.S. Government’s strategic framework for economic engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Member States. Connect was announced by President Obama on February 15, 2016, at ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Opening Ceremony of Union Peace Conference – 21st Century Panglong
August 31, 2016 U.S. Embassy Statement on Opening Ceremony of Union Peace Conference – 21st Century Panglong The United States welcomes the opening ceremony on August 31of the “Union Peace Conference – 21st Century Panglong” and commends all participants for their willingness to engage in an inclusive dialogue for national reconciliation and unity. This ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Launches New Program to Defeat Malaria
NAYPYITAW, Myanmar – On Thursday, August 25, USAID announced the award of the new Defeat Malaria program. This five-year, $32 million program for Myanmar is made possible under the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). Defeat Malaria and U.S. support and technical assistance under PMI shows the U.S. government’s continued commitment to the fight against malaria. This ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – IRS Webinar “Protect your Clients and Yourself from Data Theft”
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will host a webinar on “Protect your clients and yourself from data theft” on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT (Wednesday, August 17 11:30pm to Thursday, August 18, 1am, Burma time). To register and attend this webinar, use the Protect your clients and yourself from data theft webinar link. Participants should log in ... Read More»
U.S. Department of Agriculture Expands Presence and Engagement in Myanmar
Contact: FAS Public Affairs (202) 720-7115 U.S. Department of Agriculture Expands Presence and Engagement in Myanmar YANGON, MYANMAR, August 8, 2016 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is expanding its activities and services in Myanmar with the opening of a new office in Yangon. “The opening of the FAS office ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Taxi Security Advice
Although there is no indication that U.S. citizens are being targeted, in light of a recent mugging that occurred in a taxi, U.S. Embassy Rangoon suggests the following security measures: Avoid unmarked vehicles: Always use a registered taxi (you can often identify these by their red license plates). Do not share taxis with strangers: Never ... Read More»
Remarks by the President After Counter-ISIL Meeting
Remarks by the President After Counter-ISIL Meeting Treasury Department Washington, D.C. 12:18 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I just met with my National Security Council as part of our regular effort to review and intensify our campaign to destroy the terrorist group ISIL. Our meeting was planned before the terrible attack in Orlando. But obviously that ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Hurricane and Typhoon Season 2016 Travel Alert
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane and Typhoon Seasons in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Caribbean, and the Gulf of Mexico. Hurricane and Typhoon Season lasts through November 2016, though most tropical cyclones typically develop between May and October. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recommends that those in hurricane- ... Read More»
Videography Oral History Project
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy is seeking qualified applicants to carry out a videography oral history project for the American Center Rangoon between September and November of 2016. In anticipation of moving to a new American Center in 2017, PAS aims to capture the history and stories from current and former ... Read More»
Joint Press Availability With Burmese Foreign Minister Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
Press Availability John Kerry Secretary of State Ministry of Foreign Affairs Naypyitaw, Burma May 22, 2016 MODERATOR: (Inaudible.) We will commence this press briefing with a brief statement by the Minister for (inaudible) of Myanmar, to be followed by the Secretary of State of the United States of America, and then the minister will take ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Cyclone Roanu
There is a cyclone system developing in the Bay of Bengal. The storm is currently expected to make landfall in Burma on Saturday, May 21. Rakhine State and Chin State will likely receive heavy rains and strong winds which could cause flooding, landslides, power outages and difficult travel conditions. Increased rainfall levels may be experienced ... Read More»
Treasury Amends Burmese Sanctions Regulations, Identifies Blocked Companies Owned By Designated Persons, And Delists Several Burmese SOEs
Treasury Amends Burmese Sanctions Regulations, Identifies Blocked Companies Owned By Designated Persons, And Delists Several Burmese State-Owned Entities 5/17/2016 Regulatory Amendments Support Burma’s Political Reforms and Economic Growth; Designations and Delistings Provide Information to Facilitate Sanctions Compliance and Support Broader U.S. Foreign Policy Goals WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office ... Read More»
Secretary Kerry’s Travel to Saudi Arabia, Austria, Belgium, Burma, and Vietnam
Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC May 13, 2016 U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will travel to Saudi Arabia, Austria, Belgium, Burma, and Vietnam from May 14 to May 26. On May 15-16, the Secretary will travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for meetings with Saudi government ... Read More»
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) – Acquisition & Assistance Support Services
The United States Agency for International Development in Burma (USAID/Burma) is seeking proposals from qualified companies/individuals to provide Acquisition & Assistance Support for USAID/Burma as described in section C, Description/Specification/Statement of Work. Proposals must be submitted by the designated date and time indicated above. Proposals received after the closing date and time will not be ... Read More»
US Embassy’s Statement on the Recent Events in Rakhine State
The U.S. Embassy is deeply concerned about recent events in Rakhine State. We were saddened by the news about those who tragically lost their lives after a boat capsized near Thae Chaung in Sittwe Township on April 19 and we extend our condolences to the families of the victims, who local reports state were from ... Read More»
Thingyan and New Year
Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC April 11, 2016 On behalf of President Obama and the American people, please accept my warmest wishes and regards on the occasion of Thingyan and the New Year. Thingyan is a time to celebrate the opportunities a new year brings. In the new year and ... Read More»
Readout of the President’s Call with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma
President Obama spoke by phone today with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to offer his congratulations on Burma’s historic democratic transfer of power to a civilian-led government. The President commended Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s determined efforts, over the course of many years and at great personal cost, to achieve a peaceful transfer of power ... Read More»
Readout of the President’s Call with President U Htin Kyaw of Burma
President Obama spoke by phone today with President U Htin Kyaw to offer congratulations on his inauguration as Burma’s President. The President welcomed the historic step forward of a democratic transfer of power to a civilian-led government that reflects the will of the people. The President underscored the commitment of the United States to support ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Travel Alert (November 23, 2015)
Message for U.S. Citizens TRAVEL ALERT –WORLDWIDE November 23, 2015 1. The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions. These attacks may employ a wide ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Travel Alert (November 8, 2015)
Message for U.S. Citizens Travel Alert: Elections November 08, 2015 The State Department alerts U.S. citizens traveling to Burma of the upcoming elections scheduled for November 08, 2015. U.S. citizens are urged to exercise caution and remain abreast of the security situation prior to, during, and after the election. Travelers should be aware that they ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens – Worldwide Caution (March 03, 2016)
Message for U.S. Citizens WORLDWIDE CAUTION March 03, 2016 The Department of State is updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that ISIL, al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, al-Shabaab, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Burmese Water Festival (Thingyan)
The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon alerts U.S. citizens residing in, or traveling to Burma that the Water Festival in Burma, also known as Thingyan, will take place the week of April 11, 2016. In the past, festive gatherings during Thingyan have led to increases in incidents of drunk driving, occasional criminal behavior, and unexpected violence, ... Read More»
Statement by the President on Burma’s Inauguration of President U Htin Kyaw
I congratulate U Htin Kyaw on his inauguration today as president of Burma, and look forward to working with him and the new government. U Htin Kyaw’s inauguration represents a historic milestone in the country’s transition to a democratically elected, civilian-led government. This extraordinary moment in Burma’s history is a testament to its people, institutions, ... Read More»
Ambassador Mitchell’s Speech at MISIS
Thank you very much, as stated I was last here in 2014 in another building and it’s very, very good to be back. I do want to thank MISIS for having me back, especially MISIS Chairman Ambassador U Nyunt Maung Shein, as well as esteemed MISIS members Dr. Daw Kyi Kyi Hla, Daw Carole Ann ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy’s Statement on Ongoing Clashes in Shan State
The U.S. Embassy is deeply concerned about ongoing clashes in Shan State involving the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), the Restoration Council of Shan State (RCSS), and the military. We are particularly concerned by alleged human rights violations targeting ethnic Shan and Palaung communities. Civilian protection as well as unhindered access for all humanitarian organizations ... Read More»
Joint Statement of the U.S.-ASEAN Special Leaders’ Summit: Sunnylands Declaration
Joint Statement of the U.S.-ASEAN Special Leaders’ Summit: Sunnylands Declaration Sunnylands, California February 15-16, 2016 We the Heads of State/Government of the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States of America gathered in Sunnylands, California, on February 15-16, 2016, for a Special Leaders Summit. This Special U.S.-ASEAN Leaders ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: Unprecedented U.S.-ASEAN Relations
For Immediate Release February 12, 2016 FACT SHEET: Unprecedented U.S.-ASEAN Relations Engagement with Southeast Asia, a strategically important, economically dynamic region at the heart of the Asia-Pacific, is a central pillar of the U.S. Rebalance to Asia. Sitting astride some of the world’s busiest shipping lanes, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is strategically ... Read More»
Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Travel to Japan, Burma, the Republic of Korea, and China
Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel later this week to Tokyo, Naypyitaw, Seoul, and Beijing to consult with U.S. allies in the region; see first-hand progress in Burma’s post-election democratic transition; conduct the interim Strategic Security Dialogue with the Chinese government; and discuss a range of other regional and global issues. Read More Read More»
Assistant Secretary Malinowski Travel to Burma and Hawaii
Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Tom Malinowski will travel to Burma and the U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) in Hawaii, January 17-21, 2016. Read More [ Burmese Translation ] Read More»
Secretary’s Remarks: Burma’s Independence Day
This 68th anniversary of Myanmar’s independence follows your country’s historic parliamentary elections on November 8. On that day, millions of people around the country, many voting for the first time, seized the opportunity to move Myanmar one step closer to a more democratic, peaceful, and prosperous future. Read More Read More»
Fact Sheet: U.S.-ASEAN Relations
Today, President Obama led the U.S. delegation to the U.S.–ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have been partners for nearly 40 years, working together on shared goals of stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia. Read More Read More»
Joint Statement on the ASEAN-U.S. Strategic Partnership
We, Heads of State/Government of the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States of America, gathered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 21 November 2015 for the 3rd ASEAN-U.S. Summit. Read More Read More»
Fact Sheet: US-ASEAN Economic Engagement
ASEAN is a significant trade and investment partner for the United States. Collectively, the 10 countries of ASEAN represent the United States’ fourth-largest goods trading partner, ahead of Japan, with $216 billion in two-way goods trade in 2014. In 2014, U.S. goods exports to ASEAN were $79 billion, making ASEAN the United States’ fourth largest ... Read More»
Fact Sheet: The President’s Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative
As part of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) , President Obama will meet today with 500 emerging leaders from the ten Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries. The meeting will take place at the three-day YSEALI Summit, the largest ever gathering of alumni from the United States’ initiative to strengthen youth leadership development across ASEAN. Read More Read More»
Remarks by the President in YSEALI Town Hall
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Hello, everybody! Everybody have a seat. Thank you so much. Well, good afternoon. This is a very good-looking group. I want to thank Carrie for the introduction and your outstanding work to empower women in Singapore. Give Carrie a big round of applause. It is wonderful to be back in Malaysia. I want ... Read More»
Policy Planning Director McKean Travels to India and Burma
The Director of Policy Planning, David McKean, will travel to India, November 17–18. In New Delhi, he will hold the first U.S.-India Policy Planning talks with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. These talks were established at the 2015 U.S.-India Strategic and Commercial Dialogue as part of a New Diplomacy Partnership between the United States ... Read More»
FACT SHEET: Advancing the Rebalance to Asia and the Pacific
President Obama’s ninth trip to Asia and the Pacific in November 2015 reflects the growing importance of the region to U.S. national interests and the Administration’s commitment to advancing our broader regional strategy, known as the Rebalance. With nearly half of the earth’s population, one-third of global GDP, and some of the world’s most capable ... Read More»
Readout of the President’s Call with President Thein Sein [Burmese Translation]
President Obama spoke last night by phone with President Thein Sein to offer his congratulations to the people of Burma for their participation in the historic parliamentary election on November 8, 2015. The President commended the efforts of the Union Election Commission and others in the government for their work with political parties, civil society, ... Read More»
Readout of the President’s Call with Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma [Burmese Translation]
President Obama spoke last night by phone with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to congratulate her on her campaign and the success of the National League for Democracy (NLD) in Burma’s historic parliamentary election that was held on November 8, 2015. The President commended her for her tireless efforts and sacrifice over so many years ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Travel Alert
Message for U.S. Citizens Travel Alert: Elections November 08, 2015 The State Department alerts U.S. citizens traveling to Burma of the upcoming elections scheduled for November 08, 2015. U.S. citizens are urged to exercise caution and remain abreast of the security situation prior to, during, and after the election. Travelers should be aware that they ... Read More»
Statement on Parliamentary Elections in Burma
With today’s elections, the people of Burma marked an important event in their path to democracy, one that has seen many ups, downs and false starts over the years, and I congratulate them for taking this step toward a peaceful and inclusive future. Following a competitive campaign period, millions of people from a wide range ... Read More»
Press Statement by Secretary of State John Kerry on Myanmar Election [Burmese Translation]
The United States congratulates the people of Myanmar on the November 8 election and commends all of the people and institutions in the country who worked together to hold a peaceful and historic poll. Millions of people from around the country, many of whom were voting for the first time, seized this opportunity to move ... Read More»
Statement by the Diplomatic Missions
Statement by the Diplomatic Missions of Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Japan, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Norway, Republic of Korea, Sweden, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the United Nations on Myanmar’s Elections As Myanmar approaches historic elections on Sunday, the diplomatic missions of Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Japan, New Zealand, the Netherlands, ... Read More»
Transcript of Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes’ Press Availability in Burma
MR. RHODES: Thanks, everybody. I feel like I’m returning to one of my day jobs here. So let me just give you a brief overview of what we’ve done the last two days, some of the key issues we addressed, and then take your questions. I think it’s worth going through what we did, who ... Read More»
Statement on Signing of the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement [Burmese Translation]
The United States commends all sides for their ongoing efforts to bring an end to the longest running civil conflict in the world. The signing of the text of the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) by the government and eight ethnic armed groups is a critical first step in a long process of building a sustainable ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens – Town Hall Meeting
Message for U.S. Citizens Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens Wednesday, October 14, 2015, 5:30-7:30pm U.S. Embassy Rangoon Due to the demand for the September Town Hall, there will be a repeat Town Hall meeting on October 14, 2015. All U.S. citizens living in Burma are welcome to attend the October Town Hall meeting at ... Read More»
The 2014 International Religious Freedom Report
On October 14, 2015, Secretary Kerry submitted the 2014 International Religious Freedom Report to the United States Congress. Now in its 17th year, this congressionally-mandated Report comprises almost 200 distinct reports on countries and territories worldwide and continues to reflect the United States’ commitment to, and advancement of, the right of every person to freedom ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy holding Visa Lottery Presentations in Yangon
Do you know about the United States Diversity Visa Program? Online registration for the 2017 Diversity Visa Lottery is open October 1 through November 3, 2015. The U.S. Embassy’s Consular section will host free public information sessions about the Diversity Visa program at the Judson Center and the American Center in Yangon. The presentations will ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens
Message for U.S. Citizens Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens Wednesday, October 07, 2015, 5:30-7:00pm Jefferson Center, Mandalay All U.S. citizens living in or around Mandalay are welcome to attend a Town Hall Meeting at the Jefferson Center in Mandalay on Wednesday, October 07, 2015, from 5:30pm to 7:00 p.m. Deputy Chief of Mission, Ms. ... Read More»
Assistant Secretary Daniel Russel’s Statement Before the House Foreign Affairs Committee Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs Washingt
Chairman Salmon, Ranking Member Sherman, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to testify on the important issues of democracy, the protection of human rights, and forging sustainable peace in Burma. I would also like to thank the Committee for its leadership in supporting and promoting ... Read More»
Statement by the President on the Occasion of Hajj and Eid al-Adha
As more than 2 million Muslims from around the world and across the United States mark the end of their holy pilgrimage of Hajj in Mecca, Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims around the world celebrating Eid al-Adha. This pilgrimage and Eid is about sacrifice, almsgiving, and equality. Thousands of Muslims around the ... Read More»
Concerns About Burma’s Candidate Disqualifications
The United States is concerned about the disqualification of approximately 100 candidates for Burma’s upcoming general election, with over half of the cases rejected based on questions of citizenship. We are aware of reports that almost all Muslim candidates have been disqualified — including some current members of parliament — yet the relevant authorities have yet ... Read More»
Joint Statement on Elections
The quality of the parliamentary election on 8 November will be a critical marker in Myanmar’s transition to democracy. For that reason, we are supporting efforts to promote a credible, transparent, and inclusive election, underpinned by healthy competition that ensures freedom of expression and respect for human rights. Read More Read More»
2015 Presidential Determination for Major Drug Producing and Transit Countries
Under the Foreign Relations Authorization Act (FRAA), the President is required each year to notify Congress of those countries he determines to be major illicit drug producing countries or major drug-transit countries that “significantly affect the United States.” This year’s list consists of 22 countries: Afghanistan, the Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican ... Read More»
Presidential Determination – Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2016
Pursuant to section 706(1) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-228) (FRAA), I hereby identify the following countries as major drug transit and/or major illicit drug producing countries: Afghanistan, The Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Panama, ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Announces Project to Restore the Historic First Baptist Church in Mawlamyine [Burmese] [Mon]
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce an award of $125,000 to World Monuments Fund (WMF) to restore the historic First Baptist Church in Mawlamyine, Mon State, through the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. The First Baptist Church in Mawlamyine was constructed in 1827 by Adoniram Judson, an American missionary who spent nearly 40 years ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizen
Message for U.S. Citizens Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens Thursday, September 10th, 2015, 5:30-7:30pm U.S. Embassy Rangoon All U.S. citizens living in Burma are welcome to attend a Town Hall Meeting at the U.S. Embassy on Thursday, September 10, 2015, from 5:30pm to 7:30 p.m. Ambassador Derek Mitchell will present an overview of recent ... Read More»
Assistant Secretary Daniel Russel Travels to Burma, China, and Mongolia
From September 3-5, Assistant Secretary Russel will travel to Naypyidaw and Rangoon, Burma to meet with senior Burmese government officials, Aung San Suu Kyi, and civil society. While there, he will discuss preparations for the general elections that will be held on November 8, express U.S. support for the ongoing peace process, and encourage further ... Read More»
STATE/INL Burma Program Public Fact Sheet
From 1962 to 2011, Burma was ruled by a military-led government that isolated the country from the rest of the world. Burma’s economy is extremely under-developed, its civilian institutions are weak, and the criminal justice system is broken. Burma’s population has suffered from decades of severe poverty, discrimination, and a lack of access to government ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassador Visits Flood Affected Communities in Rakhine [Burmese]
U.S. Ambassador Derek Mitchell, joined by USAID Mission Director Chris Milligan,visited Sittwe and Mrauk-U on August 19-21. The visit was an opportunity to see firsthand the damage caused by Cyclone Komen and resulting floods, and to hear directly from local communities about relief and recovery efforts. Read More Read More»
U.S. Government Announces New Increase in Support to World Food Program (WFP) to Help Flood Victims[Burmese]
The United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Office of Food for Peace today approved a new contribution of $3 million to the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) to assist people impacted by devastating floods and heavy rains in Myanmar. Over three thousand, three hundred metric tons of locally procured rice, pulses and salt, ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on 8888 Anniversary
Today marks the 27th anniversary of a tragic day in the modern history of this country, a day of bloodshed and sacrifice that ushered in a new era of division. As landmark elections approach, and as people of all ethnicities, races and religions unite in common cause to provide emergency relief to those affected by ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Humanitarian Assistance for Flood Affected People Statement [Burmese]
Yangon, Myanmar – Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with those affected by the flooding and heavy rains in Myanmar. Yesterday, Secretary of State John Kerry announced the United States government would provide $600,000 for immediate response through USAID’s Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA). Read More Read More»
U.S. Embassy Flood Assistance Statement
Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the flooding and heavy rains in Myanmar. The U.S. Government will provide $600,000 for immediate response through USAID’s Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA). We have a team on the ground working with local officials and our existing partners to meet the urgent needs of those ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Recent Flooding
As flooding continues to affect hundreds of thousands of people across Myanmar, our thoughts are with all the families and communities suffering from the disaster. The U.S. Embassy is coordinating with humanitarian partners to assess the damage and encourage a quick response for all those in need of assistance. We encourage people who want to ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Intensifying Military Action
The U.S. Embassy is deeply concerned by reports of intensifying military action in Kachin State and northern Shan State. Continued fighting needlessly puts the lives of vulnerable communities at risk and undermines the trust that will be essential to achieving a nationwide ceasefire agreement. We call on authorities to prioritize the needs of those displaced ... Read More»
Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) One Page Narrative
INL works to keep Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores. Read More Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Article 18 Arrests
The United States is concerned over continued reports of arrests and excessive prison terms handed down to peaceful protesters under Article 18 of the Peaceful Assembly and Processions Act. Upholding an individual’s ability to exercise his or her basic rights of peaceful expression and assembly is central to any democracy, and fundamental to the on-going ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Election Announcement Statement
The United States welcomes the Union Election Commission’s (UEC) announcement that general elections will be held on November 8. The United States remains committed to supporting the holding of credible, transparent, and inclusive elections that reflect the will of the Myanmar people and that are held on time as scheduled, as an important marker in ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Recent Flooding
The U.S. Embassy is deeply saddened by reports of the loss of life and property due to recent flooding in Sagaing and throughout Myanmar. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and commend the efforts to date to provide aid and ensure rapid humanitarian access to assess the damage and meet ... Read More»
2015 U.S. Independence Day Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Derek Mitchell at the Embassy Mission Residence, Rangoon
Mr. Vice President, Madam, Venerable Ashins, excellencies, distinguished guests, friends, ladies and gentlemen. Alone Mingalaba kh’mya! Welcome to you all. Thank you so much for braving the rain and the traffic to join my wife Min and me, as well as my colleagues from the U.S. Embassy, in celebrating the 239th birthday of the United ... Read More»
2015 U.S. Independence Day Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Derek Mitchell at the Jefferson Center, Mandalay
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Alone Mingalaba kh’mya! Welcome to you all. Thank you so much for joining my wife Min, and me, and my colleagues from the Jefferson Center and U.S. Embassy, to celebrate the 239th birthday of the United States of America. Thank you to Ko Saw Kyin Sein, the Jefferson Center and ... Read More»
Ambassador Mitchell’s Remarks at the Human Rights Human Dignity International Film Festival Closing Ceremony
Ladies and gentlemen, diplomatic colleagues, friends. Alo-mingalaba-kha-mya. I’m honored to be here once again at this Human Rights Human Dignity Film Festival, and to be asked to say a few words in support. The U.S. Embassy, and specifically USAID, is proud to continue to be one of the sponsors of this event. ... Read More»
Burma – Complex Emergency Fact Sheet #3
Thousands of migrants from Burma and Bangladesh have become stranded in the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea since May, increasing media and international attention on displacement and human rights issues in Burma, particularly relating to Rohingya Muslims in Rakhine. Read More Read More»
The Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life and promotes accessibility to jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The ADA was the world’s first comprehensive law guaranteeing equal rights ... Read More»
OPIC Board of Directors Approves Financing and Insurance for Eight Development Projects Worldwide
The Board of Directors of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s Development Finance Institution, approved financing and insurance commitments to support eight private sector-led development projects in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. Read More Read More»
Ten Things You Should Know About ForeignAssistance.gov
Transparency – ForeignAssistance.gov is the United States Government’s main tool for improving transparency in U.S. foreign assistance spending. Transparency supports the accountability, effectiveness, and improved coordination of our foreign aid programs and enables the public to better understand U.S. foreign assistance investments around the world. Read More Read More»
Assistant Secretary Anne Richard’s Teleconference on U.S. Refugee and Migration Policy and Programs in Southeast Asia
MODERATOR: We’re all here in Indonesia and overseas. As you know we have journalists on the call from KL and actually from around the world. The format will be as follows; we’ll start out with the Assistant Secretary who will deliver short remarks and then we’ll go to Mr. Tom Vargas from UNHCR for short ... Read More»
Remarks by President Obama in Town Hall with YSEALI Initiative Fellows
THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you so much, Zin Mar, for your introduction and for your example and your commitment to build a free and open press in Myanmar, and all the hope that you represent. Please give her a big round of applause. She did an outstanding job. Well, to all of you, welcome to Washington. ... Read More»
Presidential Proclamation — LGBT Pride Month, 2015 [Burmese Translation]
From the moment our Nation first came together to declare the fundamental truth that all men are created equal, courageous and dedicated patriots have fought to refine our founding promise and broaden democracy’s reach. Over the course of more than two centuries of striving and sacrifice, our country has expanded civil rights and enshrined equal ... Read More»
Visit of Deputy U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken
Yangon – During his May 21-22 visit to Naypyitaw and Yangon, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken emphasized the importance of continued political, economic, and social reforms to ensure sustained democratic change in Myanmar in his meetings with government, ethnic and civil society group leaders, political party representatives, and youth leaders. Deputy Secretary ... Read More»
Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s Press Conference in Rangoon, Burma
DEPUTY SECRETARY BLINKEN: I am very pleased to be with you today in Myanmar, and I thank the people of Myanmar for welcoming me and my colleagues with such kindness and warmth. Yesterday I met with President Thein Sein and other senior government leaders to discuss how the United States can continue to support the ... Read More»
Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s Press Conference in Rangoon, Burma
DEPUTY SECRETARY BLINKEN: I am very pleased to be with you today in Myanmar, and I thank the people of Myanmar for welcoming me and my colleagues with such kindness and warmth. Yesterday I met with President Thein Sein and other senior government leaders to discuss how the United States can continue to support the ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Taxis Incidents
Security Message to U.S. Citizens May 21, 2015 Incidents Involving Taxis Recently, the Embassy has been alerted by taxi riders that there have been reports of male taxi drivers committing crimes against female passengers. These crimes have ranged from indecent exposure to attempted sexual assaults. In light of these incidents, U.S. Embassy Rangoon would like ... Read More»
U.S. Department of State Deputy Secretary Antony Blinken’s remarks on Civil Society, Youth Leadership and Democracy in Southeast Asia
All right, good afternoon. It is wonderful to be here at @america with all of you, and I want to start by thanking our Ambassador Bob Blake, first of all for his very kind words of introduction but much more important for his wonderful leadership of our embassy and his wonderful friendship with the people ... Read More»
Myanmar Labor Initiative Holds First Stakeholder Forum in Yangon
On May 19, the Initiative to Promote Fundamental Labor Rights and Practices in Myanmar (the Initiative) concluded its first Stakeholder Forum in Yangon. Over 200 participants, representing labor, business, and civil society interests, as well as governments and international organizations, took part in two days of lively and constructive discussions on labor law reform, labor ... Read More»
Concerns About Burma’s Health Care for Population Control Bill
The United States is deeply concerned about legislative passage of the Health Care for Population Control Bill in Burma, paving the way for it to be enacted into law. This bill and the three other draft bills to purportedly “protect race and religion,” which address religious conversion, interfaith marriage, and monogamy, contain provisions that could ... Read More»
Ambassador Mitchell’s Remarks at the Myanmar Labor Initiative’s First Stakeholder Forum
It is a pleasure to be here with you all this afternoon. Appreciate the opportunity. First, I have a whole host of thank you’s to all of you here. On behalf of the Myanmar Labor Initiative partners – the Governments of Myanmar, the United States, Japan, and Denmark, the International Labor Organization, and ... Read More»
Ambassador Mitchell’s Remarks at the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
Thank you Colors Rainbow (thank you Aung Myo Min, UNAIDS) and thank you LGBTI community of Myanmar for inviting me to give opening remarks today, the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. I am pleased to see the participation of the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission at today’s event. It is wonderful the ... Read More»
Commemorating International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia is a call to action, a plea to stand with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex communities (LGBTI) across the world and reaffirm our commitment to the equality and dignity of all people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Discrimination against LGBTI persons must end — ... Read More»
Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken Travels to Vietnam, Indonesia, and Burma
Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam on May 16. While in Hanoi, Deputy Secretary Blinken will meet with senior Vietnamese government officials and representatives of civil society organizations. He will then travel on to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on May 19, where he will engage with youth at an ... Read More»
Ambassador Catherine Russell Travels to Burma
During her visit, Ambassador Russell will meet with members of civil society, business owners and entrepreneurs, journalists, religious leaders, young people, women in technology, and internally displaced people. She will also meet with members of the Burmese government. Ambassador Russell’s discussions will focus on gender-based violence, women’s economic opportunities, and the critical role for women ... Read More»
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Bernadette Meehan on Deputy National Security Advisor Benjamin Rhodes’ Meeting
Deputy National Security Advisor Benjamin Rhodes met today at the White House with Burma’s Speaker of the Lower House of Parliament, Shwe Mann. Mr. Rhodes and Speaker Shwe Mann discussed the work of the Parliament and current efforts toward democratic reform in Burma, and Mr. Rhodes reiterated the U.S. commitment to deepen our bilateral engagement ... Read More»
Ambassador David Saperstein’s Joint Visit to Burma to Promote Religious Freedom
Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom David Saperstein will visit Burma together with Ambassador Andrew Bennett of Canada’s Office of Religious Freedom May 2-5. The Ambassadors will meet with religious and interfaith leaders, government officials, representatives of non-governmental organizations, students, and civil society activists, including representatives of Burma’s religious and ethnic minority communities. They ... Read More»
U.S. Assists Trafficking Victims Stranded in Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia – The U.S. Government plans to contribute approximately $225,000 in emergency victim assistance funds to help support the efforts by the Government of Indonesia and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to rescue hundreds of Burmese, Cambodian, Lao, and Thai fishermen who are victims of forced labor and stranded in Eastern Indonesia. This is in ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on Fighting in Rakhine State
The United States is concerned by reports that hundreds of Rakhine civilians have been displaced by recent fighting between the military and Arakan Army in Kyauktaw Township, Rakhine State. We urge all parties to cease hostilities, and ensure the protection of civilians and timely delivery of all necessary humanitarian assistance to the affected population in ... Read More»
Specially Designated National (SDN) Delisting
The U.S. Department of the Treasury today removed Burmese national, Win Aung, and two of his businesses from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons list (SDN List). The United States has made clear that Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs) – designated under any U.S. sanctions regime – can seek delisting. Read More Read More»
U.S. Embassy marks one-year anniversary of U Win Tin passing
April 21 marked the one-year anniversary of the death of U Win Tin. As Ambassador Mitchell said last year, “As newspaper editor, author, poet, and for nearly two decades, political prisoner, U Win Tin was a man of rare integrity and courage, a man who dedicated his life to democratic principles, particularly the principle of ... Read More»
Secretary Kerry’s Remarks: Thingyan Water Festival and New Year
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send my warmest wishes to the people of Myanmar on the occasion of the Thingyan Water Festival and New Year. Thingyan is a special occasion for celebration, prayer, and reflection. It is also a time for family, friends, and strangers alike to help ... Read More»
Representative Pelosi Delegation April 1 Visit Statement
“In keeping with our delegation’s priorities, we discussed security cooperation, human rights and trade. In all of our meetings, we emphasized President Obama’s priorities for Burma: progress toward peace; free, fair and on time elections; constitutional reform; respect for religious and ethnic minorities; and human rights. Read More Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Burmese Water Festival
Security Message to U.S. Citizens March 31, 2015 Burmese Water Festival (Thingyan) The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon alerts U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Burma that the Water Festival in Burma, also known as Thingyan, will take place the week of April 12. Revelers have been known to consume large amounts of alcohol, resulting ... Read More»
Security Message to U.S. Citizens – Burmese Water Festival
Security Message to U.S. Citizens March 31, 2015 Burmese Water Festival (Thingyan) The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon alerts U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Burma that the Water Festival in Burma, also known as Thingyan, will take place the week of April 12. Revelers have been known to consume large amounts of alcohol, resulting ... Read More»
Press Release NCA Declaration
We welcome news that the Union Government and ethnic armed groups have signed a joint declaration stating that they have finalized a draft nationwide ceasefire agreement. A nationwide ceasefire agreement would mark a potentially historic step towards achieving peace and national reconciliation, which has eluded the country for decades. Read More Read More»
Spokesperson Statement on Criminal Charges Filed Against Ed. Protesters
The United States is concerned by reports that the Government of Burma has filed criminal charges against peaceful protesters engaged in campaign activities advocating reform of the National Education Law. We call for the immediate, unconditional release of all individuals being detained in the country as a result of exercising their right to peacefully assemble. ... Read More»
INL Fact sheet
From 1962 to 2011, Burma was ruled by a military-led government that isolated the country from the rest of the world. Burma’s economy is extremely under-developed, its civilian institutions are weak, and the criminal justice system is broken. Burma’s population has suffered from decades of severe poverty, discrimination, and a lack of access to government ... Read More»
U.S. Assistance for Elections and Political Process [Burmese Translation]
The United States welcomes the Myanmar government’s commitment to hold a general election in late 2015. The 2015 election will be an important milestone in Myanmar’s transition to democracy and an opportunity to reaffirm to the world its commitment to political reform. U.S. assistance supports the country’s efforts to prepare for this historic event. The ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Letpadan Violence Statement
The Embassy joins those here and around the world who were deeply disturbed and saddened by the pictures and reports of violence in Letpadan on March 10, as well as in Yangon on March 5. Such incidents clearly set back the cause of reconciliation, and threaten to lower mutual trust in the reform process of ... Read More»
AMCHAM Myanmar Chapter and Embassy of the United States Rangoon Host Scholarship Ceremony for University of Yangon Students
Today at the Embassy of the United States the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) Myanmar Chapter gave scholarships to 30 deserving University of Yangon students at the first annual AMCHAM Myanmar Chapter Scholarship Award Presentation. Recognizing the importance of education in improving the future prospects of young people in Myanmar, the American Chamber of Commerce ... Read More»
Joint Statement on Election Support from the Embassies
The embassies of Australia, Denmark, the European Union, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America warmly welcome the political reforms that have occurred in Myanmar, particularly the Myanmar Government’s announcement that a general election will be held in late 2015. The election will be an important milestone in Myanmar’s transition to ... Read More»
U.S. Soy Foods Seminar Highlights Healthy Foods
The American Soybean Association’s (ASA) World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) program organized the seminar with support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and North Dakota Soybean Council. The Myanmar Food Processors and Exporters Association and Myanmar Edible Oil Dealers Association have endorsed the program. Held at the Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake, the ... Read More»
Spokesperson Statement on the MCRS Attack
The United States condemns the attack on a Myanmar Red Cross Society convoy in northern Shan State on February 17, which injured two humanitarian staff. Attacks on humanitarian workers, who often put themselves at personal risk to provide life-saving services to people in need, are unacceptable. We honor the brave work of the MRCS team, ... Read More»
Extraordinary Meeting of the Friends of the Lower Mekong
On February 2, Counselor Tom Shannon and Senior Advisor to the Secretary Ambassador David Thorne led a U.S. delegation to the Extraordinary Meeting of the Friends of the Lower Mekong in Pakse, Laos. The Friends of the Lower Mekong, a donor coordination group, came together with the countries of the Lower Mekong to discuss the ... Read More»
Press Release: Assistant Secretary Richard’s Visit to Rakhine State
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration Anne C. Richard traveled to Rakhine State, Myanmar, January 16-19, 2015, visiting the state capital, Sittwe, conflict-affected villages in Maungdaw Township and internally displaced persons (IDP) camps in Sittwe. During the visit, she held discussions with state, district and township officials, Rakhine and Rohingya community ... Read More»
Joint Statement on Second Myanmar-U.S. Human Rights Dialogue
Myanmar and the United States held the second Myanmar-U.S. Human Rights Dialogue in Nay Pyi Taw January 14-15 to discuss and exchange best practices in the field of human rights of both parties, and also on ongoing efforts to further promote and protect human rights in Myanmar. Read More Read More»
Media Note: Anne Richard’s Visit to Myanmar and Bangladesh
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration Anne C. Richard traveled to Rakhine State, Myanmar, January 16-19, 2015, visiting the state capital, Sittwe, conflict-affected villages in Maungdaw Township and internally displaced persons (IDP) camps in Sittwe. During the visit, she held discussions with state, district and township officials, Rakhine and Rohingya community ... Read More»
Lieutenant General Crutchfield’s Remarks at the Second Myanmar-U.S. Human Rights Dialogue
This is my second time in Myanmar and I am grateful to be back. In fact, it is an honor to be back in Myanmar and to participate in today’s dialogue. On behalf of the U.S. military, please let me also express my gratitude that representatives from your military are here to participate in what ... Read More»
Media Note: Human Rights Dialogue Media Note
Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Tom Malinowski and U.S. Ambassador Derek Mitchell will lead a delegation of senior U.S. officials from the Departments of State, Defense, and USAID to the second U.S.-Burma Human Rights Dialogue January 11-17, 2015. Read More Read More»
USAID and the University of Arizona’s partnership with local universities and the Myanmar Fisheries Association to boost fish production
Do you like to eat fish? Fish is the primary source of animal protein for over 1 billion people. Check out the story below about USAID and the University of Arizona’s partnership with local universities and the Myanmar Fisheries Association to boost fish production in Myanmar! The first batch of fingerling sea bass, a high ... Read More»
Myanmar Independence Day Statement from Secretary Kerry
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I would like to congratulate the people of Myanmar as you celebrate the 67th anniversary of your nation’s independence. This day is an appropriate moment to reiterate America’s commitment to supporting your country as you continue down the path of reform towards a ... Read More»
Press Release: US-Myanmar ICT Council
The Council is an industry-led initiative to maximize the ways in which technology can support Myanmar’s national development. The Council will help advance policies and programs in cooperation with a broad range of relevant stakeholders in civil society, the national ICT industry and government. As Myanmar continues its transition, the accumulated experience and world-class products ... Read More»
Ambassador Mitchell Attends an International Human Rights Day Event
Ambassador Mitchell went to People’s Park on Saturday to deliver remarks at the opening ceremony of the 66th International Human Rights Day event organized by Equality Myanmar. Ambassador Mitchell reiterated his pledge to work directly with the people of Myanmar, to advance human rights, empower civil society, and be a partner in Myanmar’s reforms. Read More Read More»
Human Rights Day 2014 [Press Statement by Secretary of State John Kerry]
Delegates from around the world came together 66 years ago amid the rubble of World War II to sign the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, articulating fundamental civil and political rights of all people, and reminding each of us of our responsibility to respect those rights. This past September, I was reminded of the power and ... Read More»
Deputy Chief of Mission Virginia Murray Discusses Gender Based Violence Issues with Local Women’s Groups
On December 2, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Virginia Murray met with representatives from Gender Equality Network, Women’s Organization Network, Akaya Women, UNFPA, and Triangle Women’s Support Group to discuss gender based violence (GBV) issues in Burma. DCM Murray discussed with participants the need for strong laws and policies to protect women’s rights, information and ... Read More»
U.S. Companies in Burma: Corporate Social Responsibility
U.S. companies are not only seeking investment opportunities in Burma but actively engaging local communities to support broad-based development. They are investing millions of dollars in microfinance for rural citizens, developing women entrepreneurs, training engineers and managers, offering apprenticeship opportunities to youth, and providing tens of millions of gallons of clean water to those without ... Read More»
Civil Society Roundtable Remarks
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, I’ve just had an opportunity to speak with an excellent cross-section of civil society organizations here in Myanmar -– women’s organizations, organizations focused on rule of law, we have the press association, the press council represented here, organizations championing the rights of the disabled, labor organizations, student organizations, groups that are concerned ... Read More»
Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
DAW AUNG SAN SUU KYI: I’m sorry if we’ve kept you waiting. Let me just begin by saying what a great pleasure it is for me to welcome President Obama again to my house and to be able to meet all of you. I would just like to say that there have been those who ... Read More»
YSEALI Town Hall Transcript
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Myanmar Luu Ngae Myar Min Galarbar! (Applause.) It’s wonderful to be back in Myanmar. Everybody, please have a seat. Have a seat. Oh, we got some signs — “Reform is fake.” “Change…” — okay, well, you guys will have a chance to ask questions later. Yeah, you can put them away. That’s why ... Read More»
Remarks Before U.S.-ASEAN Summit
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you very much, Mr. President. It is a great pleasure to be back in this beautiful country and to once again have the opportunity to consult closely with all of our ASEAN partners. Today, I’m looking forward to continuing to build on the strong partnership between ASEAN and the United States that ... Read More»