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Under Secretary Fernandez’s Travel to Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Under Secretary Fernandez’s Travel to Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay MEDIA NOTE | OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 4, 2023 Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez will travel to Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay November 5-11, 2023, to deepen economic cooperation and strengthen strategic partnerships. During ... Read More»

Declaration of the Leaders of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity

NOVEMBER 03, 2023 East Room Declaration of the Leaders of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity BRIEFING ROOM | STATEMENTS AND RELEASES We, the leaders of Barbados, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, the United States, and Uruguay hold a common vision for a more open, fair, inclusive, sustainable, ... Read More»

FACT SHEET: President Biden Hosts Inaugural Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity Leaders’ Summit

THE WHITE HOUSE NOVEMBER 03, 2023 FACT SHEET: President Biden Hosts Inaugural Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity Leaders’ Summit BRIEFING ROOM | STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Today, President Biden hosted the inaugural Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity Leaders’ Summit to establish an enduring forum for bolstering regional competitiveness and mobilizing high-standard investment in our hemisphere. President ... Read More»

Alert: Demonstration in Montevideo

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay  November 1, 2023   Location:  Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following locations in Montevideo, Uruguay: Plaza Colón Event:  A demonstration is expected to take place on November 2, 2023, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Plaza Colón in northern Montevideo.  The group intends to rally ... Read More»

Security Alert – Worldwide Caution

Location: Worldwide Caution Event:  Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.  U.S. citizens should: Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive information ... Read More»