Embassy Highlights
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The Visit of Congressman Faleomavaega to Kyrgyzstan  |  | On June 29, Congressman Eni Faleomavaega arrived in Kyrgyzstan. Congressman Faleomavaega has represented a territory of American Samoa in the United States Congress and is a Chairman on the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, and the Global Environment of the House Committee of Foreign Affairs. The Subcommittee has broad oversight and jurisdiction over U.S. foreign policies affecting many countries, including Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Congressman Faleomavaega held high-level discussions on improving bilateral relations and economic cooperation with government leaders of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Congressman also visited Manas Air Base and had a meeting with students of the American University in Central Asia. |
Congressman Faleomavaega at a meeting
with AUCA students
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 | 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report On June 16, the United States Department of State released the 2009 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report. The report, the most comprehensive of its kind, this year assesses 175 countries. Countries are assigned ranks, based on standards set by the United States’ Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA).
The Kyrgyz Republic has been categorized in the report as Tier 2, meaning that the Government does not fully comply with the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking; however, it is making significant efforts to reduce the incidence of trafficking. report (.pdf)
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 | On June 10, Ambassador Tatiana C. Gfoeller presided over the swearing-in of 56 new Peace Corps Volunteers in the Kyrgyz Republic in a ceremony at the “Alyi Parus” House of Culture in the city of Kant. The new Volunteers will serve as English language teachers, health promoters, and with non-government organizations around the country, focusing on rural places. The Ambassador commended the Volunteers for their commitment to serve in local communities. She also encouraged them to use President Obama’s Cairo speech to the Muslim world as an opportunity for further dialogue and action with Kyrgyz partners. “I believe Kyrgyzstan has the potential to be a true bridge between peoples, in the tradition of the great Silk Road”, the Ambassador said. Full text |
The Peace Corps, an initiative of President John F. Kennedy’s administration, celebrates its 49th Anniversary in 2009. The first Peace Corps Volunteers in Kyrgyzstan arrived in 1993.
Ambassador Gives Colorful Painting to Children's hospital
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| On June 1, International Children's Day, Ambassador Tatiana Gfoeller presented a colorful mural painted by General Electric staff to the City Children's Hospital in Bishkek. "I hope that this colorful sea horse will bring a bit of cheer to the young patients and their doctors," Ambassador said. The artwork was donated by the Foundation for Hospital Art which has presented paintings to more than 2000 hospitals in 188 countries. |
American Documentary Film Festival in Bishkek  | On May 24-28, 2009, the U.S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic and the Union of Kyrgyz Cinematographers presented the first American Documentary Film Festival at Dom Kino in Bishkek. The screening was followed by a discussion with visiting film experts: Margaret Brown, the winner of the Truer Than Fiction Award at the 2009 Spirit Awards, and Harrison Engle, director and producer of more than eighty documentary and dramatic productions. They also visited Kara-Balta and Osh.
The program was free, open to the public, and garnered a lot of interest and feedback. Program and synopsis |
World Press Freedom Day | On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, the United States joins the international community in celebrating the contributions of free media to the advancement of human dignity, liberty and prosperity worldwide. In our 21st century world, the free flow of information and ideas within countries and across international borders can be a powerful force for understanding and positive change. Independent print, broadcast and online media serve as indispensable sources of fact and opinion, expose abuses of authority, fight corruptions, and provide a healthy outlet for the peaceful airing of concerns and ideas. On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, Ambassador Tatiana C. Gfoeller said, "Freedom of the press was among the ideals that the Founding Fathers of America aspired to, and it continues to be something that Americans value and champion. I am honored to stand in solidarity with the courageous men and women of the media who are persecuted for exercising and defending the fundamental right to freedom of expression." |
The State Department of the United States of America and the Embassy of the United States in the Kyrgyz Republic are pleased to announce the 2010-2011 Fulbright Foreign Research Scholarship Program. The Program awards grants to conduct post-doctoral research at U.S. institutions for one semester or one academic year for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic posessing Ph.D. degree in humanities or sciences. DEADLINE for submiting appications – 5:00 PM on October 16, 2009. more...
Alumni Reunion 2009 | ECA Alumni Reunion held on April 11 at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bishkek gathered together about 200 alumni from over Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Chief of the mission Lee Litzenberger opened the event and awarded certificates of appreciation to twenty four active alumni and initiative groups. Deputies of the Parliament Kubanychbek Isabekov and Alisher Sabirov welcomed alumni emphasizing the importance of exchange programs in development of the country. Alumni Reunion agenda included presentation of successful alumni projects and international organizations programs and resources as well as discussion of the Priority Plan for 2010. | | DCM Lee Litzenberger awards certificates of appreciation to Rosa Sultangazieva, Director of the American Center, Bishkek. | |
The State Department of the United States of America and the U.S. Embassy are pleased to announce the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program for 2010 -2011. The Program enables young educators no younger than 21 and no older than 29 to refine their teaching skills, increase their English language proficiency and extend their knowledge of the cultures and customs of the United States while engaging in non-degree studies at accredited post-secondary U.S. educational institutions. Applicants must be citizens or nationals of Kyrgyzstan or permanent residents qualified to hold a valid passport issued by the nominating country. DEADLINE – 5:00 pm on July 17, 2009. more...
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