The U.S. Embassy’s Commercial Service and Palo Alto Networks teamed up on June 20 to present to local public- and private- sector technology professionals on cutting edge cybersecurity solutions. “During my first 100 days as Ambassador there are few topics that have consumed more attention in the embassy and in our engagements with our Czech …
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The regional Federal Benefits Unit will be available at the American Center, Tržiště 13, Prague 1 to accept applications for Social Security cards, claims for Social Security retirement benefits, benefits for spouses, children, survivors as well as discuss individual cases and answer questions on: Tuesday September 19, 9-11.30am,1-4pm Wednesday September 20, 9-11.30am,1-4pm Thursday September 21, 9-11.30am, …
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Today’s cybercrime landscape has become extremely sophisticated. According to recent trends, malware is increasing as adversaries begin to weaponize cloud services and evade detection through encryption. On May 31, 2023, the U.S. Embassy, in cooperation with Cisco, hosted a seminar and discussion on how organizations can protect themselves against cyber-attacks. “While we may not know when …
Read More» The Department of State has announced $8.2 million in new funding that will be directed to international organizations supporting refugees from Ukraine and the communities that assist them in the Czech Republic. This $8.2 million is part of over $107 million the United States has provided to support European countries that have welcomed and supported …
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Ambassador Bijan Sabet visited the Procter & Gamble (P&G) Rakona manufacturing plant in Rakovník. P&G was one of the first U.S. companies to invest in the Czech Republic in 1991. The company is one of the largest employers in the Central Bohemia region. P&G manufacturers laundry and dishwashing detergents and fabric softeners at the Rakovník …
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“It is the job of each and every one of us, on both sides of the Atlantic, to bring home to the generations of today and tomorrow the compelling lessons of this century. We must never fall back into complacency or presume that totalitarianism is forever dead or retreat in the face of aggression. We …
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Not Just a Tender: With Westinghouse, You Get a Key Ally. Ambassador Sabet’s Interview with Forbes Czech Republic “Maybe you’ll meet me on the street in Prague, I’ll be the guy with the camera,” laughs Bijan Sabet, the U.S. ambassador and prominent investor, who co-founded the venture capital company Spark Capital and invested in Twitter, …
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with Czech Republic’s Minister of Defence Jana Černochová today at the Pentagon to sign the Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) as a demonstration of support for an enhanced U.S.-Czech Republic strategic defense relationship. The DCA will allow our countries to further strengthen our defense ties, enhance NATO operations, …
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Ambassador Bijan Sabet hosted an event marking the May 9th return of the Delta Air Lines seasonal nonstop flight between Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and New York JFK Airport. The event raised the visibility of the flight among tens of Czech tour operators and travel agencies. Ambassador Sabet said: “Delta is the only airline flying …
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May 2, 2023 Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Lipavský, on behalf of the Governments of the United States and the Czech Republic, released the following joint statement. Begin Text: The United States and the Czech Republic share a vital stake in promoting democracy, civil society, and human rights, including the freedom of expression. The free and unfettered flow …
Read More» All U.S. Citizens residing in or traveling through Brno are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague for a special event on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 14:00-17:00 at the Moravian library/American center, Kounicova 65a, Brno There, you may: Renew your U.S. Passport Register the birth of your newborn U.S. child Notarize documents …
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The Commercial Section from the U.S. Embassy in Prague, in cooperation with the Embassies in Bratislava, Budapest, and Zagreb, organized an online conference focused on cybersecurity in critical infrastructure and manufacturing on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. The conference included participation by 100+ cybersecurity experts from Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. The conference speakers from the U.S. Government and CyManII provided an overview of global cybersecurity trends. Four U.S. …
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The Czech Miltiary will soon take delivery of twelve helicopters and will receive eight more. He is looking forward to trips around Czech Republic Authors: Martin Shabu, Veselin Vačkov Photo: Petr Topič, MAFRA I had the best expectations, but reality exceeded them. U.S .Ambassador Bijan Sabet does not hide his fascination with the Czech Republic …
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EMPOWER HER is a joint initiative of U.S. Department of Commerce/Global Markets and Amchams in Europe fostering collaboration on women’s empowerment and gender equality. The program was launched with a goal to highlight companies´ efforts in diversity, inclusion, and corporate social responsibility in the global economy and to join in gender equality and women’s empowerment. …
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On March 16th, over 300 guests experienced sunny California hidden in a glass of delicious wine during a California wine tasting at the Ambassador’s Residence. The Embassy’s Agricultural section collaborated with the Wine Institute and local importer, Californian Wines , to present 140 wines from 40 different Californian wine makers. It was a unique opportunity to not just taste …
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The “Ambassador for a Day: Women and Diplomacy“ is a joint initiative by the Embassies of Canada, United Kingdom and United States to the Czech Republic. This year, building on the first Summit for Democracy held in December 2021, the Summit’s participants, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, will focus on how …
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Are you a female founder of a Czech tech startup and plan to expand to the United States? Join us to pitch your company for our Select USA Women in Tech 2023 pitching event! The pitch competition will be held for Czech female startup founders on March 27th, 2023 at 5:30PM at the American Center …
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Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Leah Pease and wife of the Ambassador Lauren Sabet hosted a coffee with women entrepreneurs representing U.S. brands in the Czech Republic. The meeting was held as a part of a women’s economic empowerment program under the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Empower Her initiative and included a live stream featuring …
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Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Bijan Sabet welcomed representatives from 55 Czech Republic companies to Supplier Day 2023, an event organized in part by Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel. The two companies submitted a bid in November to support the Czech Republic’s planned expansion of its nuclear power fleet with the AP1000® …
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Ambassador Bijan Sabet announced that the United States will provide a further $200 million in Foreign Military Financing to the Czech Republic as approved by Congress. “I am pleased to announce that the United States will provide a further $200 million in Foreign Military Financing (FMF) funds for the Czech Republic. This financing is intended to …
Read More» All U.S. Citizens residing in or traveling through Olomouc are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague for a special event on Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 13:00-16:00, at the American Center. There, you may: Renew your U.S. Passport Register the birth of your newborn U.S. child Notarize documents Learn about U.S. visas …
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The Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship program for emerging entrepreneurs from Europe. A cohort of young European entrepreneurs from 45 countries will participate in a robust fellowship program in 2023-2024. The YTILI Fellowship Program application closes March 24, 2023 at 11:59 pm EST. Eligibility Competition for the YTILI Fellowship Program …
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Bijan Sabet was sworn in as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Czech Republic on December 16, 2022 and arrived in the Czech Republic on January 31, 2023. He presented his credentials to the President of the Czech Republic on February 15, 2023. Prior to his appointment, Ambassador Sabet was co-founder of Spark Capital, a …
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Are you a student (age 16 – 18) interested in learning about leadership, and exploring global issues, community activism, and American culture? Then apply for the 2023 Benjamin Franklin Summer Institute at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. The program takes place from June 24 to July 22, 2023. All expenses will be paid by the U.S. government. …
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Chargé d´affaires Christy Agor hosted a discussion titled “Game-Changing Quantum Tech: Framing New Opportunities for the Czech Republic” which focused on the latest technological trends in the field of quantum technologies. Key Czech government, academia and industry experts attended the event. Robert Loredo, IBM Quantum technical business development lead, introduced the opportunities that quantum brings for the future as well as IBM …
Read More» The United States extends its gratitude to the Czech Republic for hosting the Terezin Declaration Conference November 2 – 4, 2022 as part of its EU presidency. We fully support the “Chair’s Statement” as a follow-up to the conference and countries’ subsequent pledges to assist Holocaust survivors and their heirs and to preserve the memory of the …
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On December 14, Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Christy Agor presented U.S. Embassy Prague’s annual Alice Garrigue Masaryk Human Rights Award to prominent human rights activist Magda Faltová, director of the Association for Integration and Migration, for her relentless fight for the rights of asylum seekers, migrants, and refugees, as well as against discrimination in Czech society. She …
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On December 10-11, 2022 Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman visited Prague, where she met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Jan Lipavský, advisor to the Prime Minister Tomas Pojar, and held discussions with young Czech foreign policy leaders and civil society activists working to support Ukrainian refugees. In an interview for Czech Television, Wendy Sherman …
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U.S. Embassy regional security officer Richard Ojeda took part in the official opening ceremony of the first Ronald McDonald House in the Czech Republic, located on the grounds of the University Hospital in Motol. The Ronald McDonald House will serve as a temporary home for families of children undergoing treatment and long-term hospitalization. The house …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague is now accepting applications for funding for projects that advance key strategic goals through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This program funds projects that reinforce and strengthen the shared values between the Czech and American people as well as promote the understanding and appreciation of American culture and policies. The …
Read More» Event: On November 17, Czechs commemorate student demonstrations under the Nazi occupation in 1939 and against the Communist regime in 1989. Several events, including Korzo Narodni, will take place around the city. One of the large events will include a march to Wenceslas Square. Travelers may experience traffic or public transportation delays due to road closures, crowds …
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Cyber threats are evolving every day and protection against them is becoming more complex. October is recognized as a Cybersecurity Awareness Month, helping individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and confidential data become more commonplace. On October 18, 2022, the U.S. Embassy hosted a seminar and discussion on the future of cybersecurity. The U.S. Embassy’s …
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Chargé d´affairs Christy Agor hosted a reception on the margins of the inaugural Prague Digital Council Conference organized by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic together with the Czech Chamber of Commerce of the Czech Republic and Atlantic Council. The high-level conference was held on the occasion of the Czech Presidency of the …
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Secretary of State Blinken addressed the participants of the conference on the Terezín Declaration , which took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Prague: “Restitution and compensation through the Terezín Declaration help to memorialize the truth about Nazi atrocities. We must continue to speak out about the Shoah, so that its hideous crimes are never …
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On behalf of the United States of America, I join the people of the Czech Republic in honoring the foundation of an independent, democratic Czechoslovak state 104 years ago. We appreciate the Czech Republic’s principled leadership during the Czech Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Thank you for using the platform of the …
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Nashville is the capital city of the state of Tennessee. Since the 19th century it has been called the Music City. The first musical act to do an around-the-world tour was the Fisk Jubilee Singers from Nashville’s Fisk University. In fact, upon playing for the Queen of England, the queen stated the Fisk Jubilee Singers must …
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The United States is announcing $100 million in Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for the Czech Republic as part of the second Supplemental Ukraine Package as approved by Congress. Additionally, the United States is announcing approximately $6 million in FMF from the Countering Russian Influence Fund to support the creation of a Deployable Cyber Response Center. …
Read More» Location: Vaclavske namesti, Prague; Locations in Brno, Pilsen, Liberec, and other cities. Event: On Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 1400 to 1900 the “Czech Republic First” group will hold a demonstration to protest rising energy costs and dissatisfaction with the current government. Similar recent demonstrations have drawn tens of thousands of protestors. Similar demonstrations have been announced for other …
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Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022. Be an active voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In some states voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2022 are as early as October 5th. Whether you are a first-time voter or have …
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On September 13, 2022, Westinghouse Electric Company signed a Memorandum of Understanding with 19 Czech firms. The MOUs signify cooperation on the potential construction of the AP1000® reactor for the Dukovany 5 project and other AP1000 projects in the Central and Eastern Europe. The ceremony took place at the Residence of the U.S. Ambassador in …
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Chargé d´affaires Christy Agor took part in a ceremonial opening of the expanded R&D center offices at Pure Storage. “I am pleased that Pure Storage opened its new R&D Center office in Prague today. It serves as proof that the Czech Republic is a great place for American cutting-edge technology companies. Expanded cooperation and investment …
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U.S. Embassy in Prague joined Citi management and partners to celebrate the company’s belated 30th anniversary in the Czech market. The Chargé d´affaires Christy Agor congratulated Citi on their anniversary, saying “Citi brings over two hundred years of truly global banking experience to the Czech market and has done so since it first opened in 1991. …
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visited Czech Republic, September 9, where he met with Czech Minister of Defense Jana Cernochova, Prime Minister Petr Fiala, and President Milos Zeman. During the meetings, he discussed Czech Republic’s defense modernization work to enhance interoperability with NATO, opportunities for further defense cooperation, and the importance of continuing …
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Are you an Entrepreneur? Are you thinking about starting your own business and interested in owning an American franchise? Owning a U.S. franchise can be an easy path to entrepreneurship, especially when representing a trusted brand and proven business model. On September 22, 2022, the U.S. Embassy’s U.S. Commercial Service in cooperation with Czech Franchise Association (CAF) …
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Join us on Friday, September 9, 2022, at the American Center, Trziste 13, Praha 1 (50m from the U.S. Embassy). Representatives from the Federal Benefits Unit in Warsaw, Poland and Social Security Administration Office in Frankfurt, Germany will present an informative session from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. After the session, representatives will be available for individual …
Read More» Location: Vaclavske namesti and Malostranske namesti, Prague Event: From Monday, August 29 to Friday, September 2, demonstrations are scheduled to take place on Malostranske namesti. The demonstrators are seeking to express their dissatisfaction with the Czech government. The number of demonstrators on Malostranske namesti will vary throughout the week, with larger numbers expected in the afternoons. The police will …
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Christy Agor is the Deputy Chief of Mission at U.S. Embassy Prague. She previously served as the Economic Counselor at U.S. Embassy Madrid and the Deputy Principal Officer at the U.S. Consulate General Istanbul, coordinating operations of a Consulate with 350 staff members spanning five agencies. She has also served diplomatic assignments in Pakistan, Jerusalem, …
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Prague, August 8 – The U.S. Embassy will again participate in the LGBTI+ Prague Pride Festival, which takes place the week of August 8 to 14 throughout the city. Through our support for Prague Pride, we demonstrate longstanding U.S. support for human rights, equality, and dignity irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity. The U.S. …
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U.S. Secretary of State Antony S. Blinken has announced humanitarian assistance to support those affected by Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine, to include $10.2 million for organizations working in the Czech Republic. “The Czech Republic continues to show leadership, courage, and compassion through its support for Ukraine and for Ukrainian people forced to flee their …
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Vážený pane předsedo Senátu, vážení členové vlády, vážení hosté, kolegové, dámy a pánové. Mám dnes tu čest vás zde přivítat, abychom společně oslavili 246 let od vyhlášení americké nezávislosti. Thanks to everyone who braved the weather to be here with us. Let me start by recognizing the terrific work of the Color Guard from Marine Security …
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On June 14, Chargé d´affaires Michael Dodman took part in a discussion on ”Elevating Micro and Small Businesses in the Post Pandemic Era” which revealed key findings and highlights from a study mapping the state of play, challenges, and opportunities of micro and small businesses (MSEs) in the Czech Republic. The study was prepared by …
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On June 21, U.S. Embassy U.S. Commercial Service in cooperation with the Association of Innovative Pharmaceutical Industry (AIFP) hosted an expert discussion entitled “The future of modern therapeutics: how to ensure availability for patients?”. IQVIA discussed the results of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries’ (EFPIA) latest Patients W.A.I.T. Indicator report. The report details availability …
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On June 16, Chargé d’affaires Michael Dodman hosted a seminar focused on cybersecurity entitled “An XDR ecosystem to meet tomorrow’s security challenges” which discussed the challenges we face today as well as solutions for prevention and protection from attacks. The keynote speakers included Paul Vitchock, U.S. Embassy Cyber Attaché; Bryan O’Shea, Regional Director for Commercial …
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The U.S. Embassy hosted a seminar introducing the results of a recent report on the status of the cystic fibrosis treatment in the Czech Republic. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs, digestive system and other organs in the body. Although there is no cure for this rare disease, the treatment can ease symptoms, reduce complications and improve quality of life. The seminar …
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On May 27, 2022, Commercial Counselor Christina Sharkey, senior officials from Prague Airport and Delta Air Lines celebrated the first nonstop flight between Prague Airport and New York’s JFK. The nonstop flight connects Prague and New York once again allowing welcoming eager tourists and business travelers from both countries. Christina Sharkey noted that the nonstop flight will help to broaden and deepen …
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* For Ukrainian Translation Scroll Down * Український Переклад Знаходиться Нижче On April 21, 2022, the United States announced a key step toward fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to welcome Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion. Uniting for Ukraine provides a pathway for Ukrainian citizens and their immediate family members who are outside the United States to come …
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Charge d´Affaires Michael Dodman joined San Francisco based IT company Splunk at the launch of its new Center of Excellence in Prague. Drawn to the creative potential in the Czech Republic, the U.S. firm will create new jobs to leverage the region’s wealth of technical talent. Chargé d´Affaires Michael Dodman congratulated Splunk on their decision to set up in …
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The U.S. Embassy showcased thirteen U.S. travel destinations and officially welcomed Czech tourists back to the United States following almost two years of COVID-19 restricted travel. At a traditional American brunch hosted by charge d’affaires Michael Dodman, U.S.-based airlines and their European partners including Delta Airlines and the Atlantic Joint Business (the British Airways group, …
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PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, STATE DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON APRIL 21, 2022 The United States welcomes Czech Defense Minister Jana Černochová’s announcement today to begin negotiating a bilateral Defense Cooperation Agreement. When concluded, this agreement will deepen our close security partnership, further strengthen cooperation in NATO operations, and together, contribute to continued growth in Transatlantic security. The agreement builds on the provisions of the NATO Status …
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U.S. Embassy U.S. Commercial Service in cooperation with Palo Alto Networks organized a seminar entitled “Cyber security in a time of real threat”. Chargé d´affaires Michael J. Dodman opened the seminar with President Biden´s words from his March 21 statement: “Make no mistake, we are witnessing unprecedented times. We have never faced the aspects of war …
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Ambassador Dodman assumed duty as Chargé d’affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Prague on March 29, 2022. Ambassador Dodman served most recently as the Acting Chancellor of the College of International Security Affairs at the National Defense University. He served as U.S. Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania from 2018 to February 2021, …
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In memory of former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, who passed away on Wednesday, March 23, the Embassy of the United States of America in Prague invites those who personally wish to pay their respects to sign a Condolence Book. The Condolence Book will be open to the public for signing on Friday, March …
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On March 8th, International Women’s Day, Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus visited the Proud microbrewery in Pilsen, one of the Czech breweries participating in the 2022 Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day. The international project, featuring pink rain boots as its distinctive symbol, celebrates women in the beer industry and supports their professional development and education. The …
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The Embassies of Canada, the United Kingdom, and United States are proud to announce our “Young Woman Ambassador for a Day” competition for 2022. The topic of this year’s competition is “Freedom and Democracy: Why Women’s Voices are Important in Foreign Policy in 2022″ Our shared values of freedom and democracy headline the international news …
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This is a dangerous moment for Europe and for freedom-loving people around the world. By launching his brutal assault on the people of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has also committed an assault on the principles that uphold global peace and democracy. But the people of Ukraine are resilient. They’ve had a democracy for decades, and their …
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Are you a tech startup interested in expanding to the United States? Join us for our SelectUSA pitching event! Tech startups from the Czech Republic interested in expanding business operations into the United States are invited to apply to participate the SelectUSA Tech Pitching Event. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Less than 10 years …
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U.S. Embassy Prague Commercial Section, in cooperation with the Embassies in Bratislava, Budapest, Zagreb, and Vienna organized an online conference on Cybersecurity in Finance on Thursday, February 17, 2022. The conference attracted participation from five European Union (EU) countries: Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. The conference speakers gave an overview of global trends …
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Are you a student (age 16 – 18) interested in learning about diplomacy, exploring global issues, community activism, and American culture? Then apply for the 2022 Benjamin Franklin Summer Institute at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. The program takes place from June 25 to July 23, 2022, all costs will be paid for. The application deadline is February 21, …
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The Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship program for emerging entrepreneurs from Europe. A cohort of young European entrepreneurs from 45 countries will participate in a robust fellowship program in 2022-2023.The YTILI Fellowship Program application opens February 1, 2022 and closes March 15, 2022 at 11:59 pm EST. Eligibility Competition for …
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Almost a year has passed since Ambassador Stephen King left Prague. It is typical for ambassadors who are not career diplomats to finish their tours when the administration that appointed them changes— in this case, the Trump administration. The United States has not yet nominated a new ambassador, but as Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus told …
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The U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic announces an essay contest that builds up on the themes of the Summit for Democracy. Apply via google form and submit an essay of a maximum of 500 words in English on the following topic: “Why is democracy important, and how can we strengthen it?” We prepared cool prizes …
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Visit the world leading consumer electronics and information technologies trade fair CES 2022 in Las Vegas as a member of the Czech delegation of the U.S. Embassy´s U.S. Commercial Service! The fair takes place on January 5 – 8, 2022, and covers a wide range of products ranging from robotics, artificial intelligence, 5G, IoT, cyber security, autotech, to smart …
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Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus presented Daniel Sladkovsky, First Secretary at the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of his commitment and courage as leader of the United States interest section in Damascus, Syria. From 2016 to 2021 Mr. Sladkovsky managed operations for more than 100 local U.S. government employees protecting U.S. Embassy property and supporting consular …
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On December 8, Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus presented the U.S. Embassy’s annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to prominent human rights activists Gwendolyn Albert, Elena Gorolová, and Deputy Ombudsperson Monika Šimůnková for their tireless efforts to secure compensation for victims of forced sterilization between the 1960s and 2012. The Czech Republic passed compensation legislation …
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President Biden and the United States government view 5G security as a high priority and advocate for a vibrant digital economy worldwide. 5G is the future of the Internet and will touch every aspect of our lives. Countries and citizens need to be able to trust that 5G equipment and software will not threaten national …
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U.S. beef dishes are more than juicy ribeyes and T-bone steaks (but don’t get us wrong, those are delicious). The U.S. Embassy’s Foreign Agricultural Service and Bidfood Czech Republic held a workshop to familiarize Czech culinary professionals with less traditional and great value-for-money cuts of U.S. beef. Ribs, brisket, and chuck flap all have delicious, …
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Petr Švihovec, a history buff from West Bohemia, found several personal items lost by an American soldier during World War II near Marianske Lazne. Thorough research with the help of historian Daniel Maly revealed that the silver bracelet, bronze star service ribbon, U.S. army lapel pin, and a Swiss coin belonged to Mr. Joe Ernest …
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On October 14, Chargé d´Affaires Jennifer Bachus along with Minister of Foreign Affaires Jakub Kulhanek welcomed Silicon Valley-based cyber security firm SentinelOne for a ceremony to celebrate the launch of their new research and innovation center in Prague. The site will ultimately employ 300 people and will house product development functions to augment existing teams in the …
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On October 5, the U.S. Embassy celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month by organizing a seminar “Breast Cancer 2030: Post-Covid Challenges for the Oncology Flagship”. The seminar attracted the very top Czech oncology opinion leaders. The panel discussion was prepared in cooperation with the Medical Tribune and featured Adam Vojtěch, Minister of Health of the Czech Republic; Zdeněk Kabátek, Director …
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The U.S. Embassy is excited to introduce a colorful variety of American cosmetics companies in search of Czech importers/distributors at the FOR BEAUTY Prague fair . Come to our presentation to hear about the latest trends in the U.S. cosmetics and beauty market on Friday, October 8 at 2 p.m. at Letňany fairgrounds, conference room 2. U.S. Commercial Service will …
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On September 16, Chargé d´Affaires Jennifer Bachus hosted a reception for U.S. biotech company Novavax during a recent visit of the company leadership from United States -Frank Czworka, Senior Vice President, Global Sales; Brian Rosen, Senior Vice President, Commercial Strategy;Kelly Cappio, VP for Policy & Government Affairs and their team. Chargé Bachus remarked, “I applaud …
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Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus and Christina Sharkey, Commercial Counselor, participated in the ceremonial opening of UPS’s new Prague package sorting and delivery facility in Tuchoměřice. Jennifer Bachus mentioned in her remarks: “UPS has made a smart bet on the Czech Republic. You can see the upward trajectory of this country, you see the growing export potential, and …
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On September 1, Chargé d´Affaires Jennifer Bachus hosted the seminar “Innovation for Life: Changes in Modern Therapies Accessibility in the Czech Republic. ” The event featured a panel discussion with representation from key Czech healthcare sector stakeholders including the Ministry of Health, insurance companies, medical societies, Association of Innovative Pharmaceuticals, the Czech Society for Pharmacoeconomy, and patient organizations. …
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Human Rights Officer Iva Ziza joined the Museum of Romani Culture, Czech government officials, and diplomats in commemorating the Roma and Sinti victims of WWII Holocaust at Hodonin u Kunstatu. From 1940 to 1944, over 1,300 people, including women and children, were imprisoned at the site, where many of them perished, were subject to forced …
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Chargé d´Affaires Jennifer Bachus took part in GE Healthcare’s “Every Image Tells a Story Roadshow” as part of GE’s efforts to raise awareness of timely medical screening via a truck tour across Europe. GE presented its most advance medical imaging innovations, which help with early cancer detection and provide rapid diagnosis. On July 23 Bachus …
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture Quality Samples Program (QSP) enables potential customers around the world to discover the quality and benefits of U.S. agricultural products. Thanks to a 2019 QSP grant to the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), 19 foals with U.S. genes were born on Czech ranches between 2020 and 2021, with the first six …
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On Wednesday July 14, the Embassies of Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States organized a full-day program for three young Czech women focused on climate change and the important role women play in addressing climate change related challenges. Each of the three women shadowed “her” Ambassador for a full day and observed how …
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Official Independence Day Reception Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Jennifer Bachus First and foremost, I want to thank Czech and American healthcare workers and other first responders who served on the frontlines of the pandemic these last 16 months. Both of our countries made great sacrifices and took extraordinary steps to protect and care for our …
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Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus and Major Joshua Passer, Head of the Office of Defense Cooperation, met with Minister of Health Adam Vojtěch on July 1. Bachus and Passer formally donated 67 McGrath MAC video laryngoscopes to the Ministry of Health for use in Czech hospitals.
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Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus, Ústí nad Labem Region Governor Jan Schiller and former NHL goalie Michal Neuvirt opened a new American library and cultural center at the North Bohemian Research Library in Ústí nad Labem. “We are very much looking forward to working with the people of the Ústí Region through the North Bohemian Scientific …
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Thinking about starting your own business? Are you interested in American franchises? Owning a franchise is an easy path to entrepreneurship representing trusted brands and proven business models. On June 17, the U.S. Embassy Prague in cooperation with the Czech Franchise Association will introduce U.S. concepts interested in finding franchisors or master franchisors. U.S. franchise …
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Cultural Attaché Erik Black and representatives of the Boy Scouts of America attended the ceremonial unveiling of a memorial to the U.S. Army’s liberation of Domažlice in World War II. The families of four American veterans — Matt Konop, Robert Gilbert, James Duncan, and Herman Geist — raised approximately twenty thousand dollars to create the …
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U.S. Embassy Prague Commercial Section, in cooperation with the Embassies in Bratislava, Budapest, and Zagreb, organized an online conference on Cybersecurity in Healthcare on Thursday, May 20, 2021. The conference attracted participation from four European Union countries: Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. The conference speakers gave an overview of global trends as well as the …
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Major Joshua Passer of the Office of Defense Cooperation attended the presentation of the General George S. Patton Honorary Scholarship, sponsored by The Brian LaViolette Foundation, at Pilsen City Hall. The scholarship is intended for high school graduates who decide to join the military or the firefighters, paramedics, or want to work in the field …
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OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM MAY 12, 2021 The annual Report to Congress on International Religious Freedom – the International Religious Freedom Report – describes the status of religious freedom in every country. The report covers government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies to promote religious …
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Are you a girl aged 15-19? Do you want to meet inspiring young women from all over the world? Do you want to improve your communication and leadership skills and much more? If your answer is yes, apply here ! What is the W2W program? Watch this video ! Women2Women builds a network of promising young women from around the world, engages them in …
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Ladies and Gentlemen, For the second year, we commemorate this important moment in European, Czech, and American history in the shadow of a global pandemic. We pause today to pay respect to the brave men and women – Americans, Czechs, and many others – who fought together 76 years ago to defeat Fascism. Today, we …
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Acting Deputy Ambassador Dena Brownlow handed over a new dialysis machine to Fakultni Nemocnice Kralovske Vinohrady, as a donation of U.S. European Command. This machine will help hospital staff provide life-saving treatment to critically ill COVID-19 patients.
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OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 2, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš today. Secretary Blinken emphasized U.S. solidarity with the Czech Republic in its courageous response to Russia’s subversive and deadly actions on Czech soil. Secretary Blinken and Prime …
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Are you a tech startup interested in expanding to the United States? SelectUSA might be the right way to start! U.S. Embassy Prague is announcing SelectUSA Tech Pitching Event WINNER TO GET A FREE TICKET TO Select USA Investment Summit ! Tech startups from the Czech Republic interested in expanding business operations into the United States are invited to …
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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Czech Foreign Minister Petříček, Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó, Polish Foreign Minister Rau, and Slovak Foreign Minister Korčok OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 23, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today in Brussels with his counterparts from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, …
Read More» OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 5, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš today. Secretary Blinken emphasized the U.S. commitment to the Transatlantic Alliance, U.S.-EU partnership, the common fight against malign influence, and the importance of continued military modernization and robust defense spending by NATO Allies. Secretary …
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FEBRUARY 19, 2021 11:17 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mr. Ambassador. And it’s great to be with Angela and Emmanuel. We just spent part of — from Washington’s perspective — the morning together. But I want to say hello to everyone and thanks, you — at the Munich Conference for hosting this special session. …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE February 19, 2021 On January 20, on his first day in office, President Biden signed the instrument to bring the United States back into the Paris Agreement. Per the terms of the Agreement, the United States officially becomes a Party again today. The Paris Agreement is an …
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For Antony Blinken, America’s new top diplomat, returning to the U.S. Department of State brings the opportunity to continue both professional and family traditions. Blinken, whom the U.S. Senate confirmed as secretary of state January 26, will lead the State Department, where he served during the Clinton and Obama administrations. His career in public service …
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Kamala D. Harris is the Vice President of the United States of America. She was elected Vice President after a lifetime of public service, having been elected District Attorney of San Francisco, California Attorney General, and United States Senator. Vice President Harris was born in Oakland, California to parents who emigrated from India and Jamaica. …
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Joseph R. Biden Jr., a former vice president and a longtime Capitol Hill lawmaker known for reaching across the political aisle to get things done, takes office on January 20 as the 46th president of the United States. Biden served eight years as former President Barack Obama’s vice president and defeated incumbent President Donald J. …
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By Ambassador Stephen King As I prepare to return home to the United States, I would like to consider a quote from President Ronald Reagan in his June 9, 1982 remarks to the British Parliament, “Let us ask ourselves, ‘What kind of people do we think we are?’ And let us answer, ‘Free people, worthy …
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Czech company Viking Masek , a leading manufacturer of automated packaging equipment, announced a major expansion of its U.S. headquarters in Oostburg, WI. The $4 million project officially broke ground in early November 2020 with expected completion in July 2021. The major campus expansion will add approximately 33,000 sq ft to its US headquarters in Oostburg, WI, …
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On December 10, International Human Rights Day, Ambassador Stephen King presented U.S. Embassy Prague’s annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to Veronika Jezkova, the legal director of proFem and managing director of Pro bono alliance. The Ambassador recognized Ms. Jezkova for her tireless advocacy to eliminate violence against women and commitment to ensuring equal …
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Ambassador King celebrated the 31 years of freedom in the Czech Republic and laid a wreath at the plaque commemorating the anti-communist Velvet Revolution at Národní třída on November 17th: “On behalf of the United States, we salute the students, civil society activists, and ordinary citizens who took enormous risks 31 years ago to demand …
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Prague, November 6 – In coming days a six-person team of U.S. military medical professionals from the Texas and Nebraska National Guards will travel to the Czech Republic to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The team of medical professionals were selected based on their extensive experience fighting COVID-19 in the United States. The team will …
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U.S. Embassy’s Foreign Commercial Service organized a one-day SelectUSA Seminar for Czech investors this past September. Czech companies that are considering opening a branch, a distribution center or a production facility in the United States received practical information for starting their business overseas. U.S. Ambassador Stephen King noted that the United States is largest market …
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The U.S. Embassy and the U.S. Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global are proud to have hosted the inaugural reception for the Czech Women in AI (CWAI) professional network on 14 October 2020. The 4-member Steering Committee, like the CWAI members, draws from business, academia, and government: Alžběta Krausová, Czech Academy of Sciences, Institute of …
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Ambassador Stephen King and Prime Minister Andrej Babis agreed today on assistance from the U.S. military to the Czech people through its National Guard state partnership program to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. “This afternoon I spoke with the Prime Minister about the Czech Republic’s fight against COVID-19. We agreed on a visit of U.S. military …
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The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) is offering recurring virtual voting assistance via Zoom for the next two weeks to provide direct support to overseas citizens. Voters can participate in any of the meetings and speak with an FVAP voting Ambassador who can answer questions about absentee voting, including inquiries about the FPCA and FWAB …
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The International Global-X Challenge, launched in April by the Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global), has selected four winning projects that will demonstrate revolutionary capabilities for the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, commercial marketplace and the public. The awards, totaling over $1.1 million, fall under two challenge areas. The selected international teams of researchers will …
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Saturday’s program of the 20th NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days was marked by thankfulness to the armed forces for their deployment during the coronavirus crisis. The Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Andrej Babiš, thanked the enlisted units of the Army of the Czech Republic, the Customs Administration, the Prison Service …
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On September 3, Ambassador Steven B. King hosted a seminar on the future of gene therapy in the Czech Republic with key Czech specialists and stakeholders. Panel discussion speakers included – in person as well as remotely – Deputy Minister of Health Filip Vrubel; Marek Trněný of Faculty of Medicine, Charles University; Milan Macek, Chairman …
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Ambassador Steven B. King joined Prime Minister Andrej Babis on a visit to Novavax’s new facility in Bohumil on August 25, and then he later met with Novavax leadership on August 26. Novavax is a leader in vaccine development, and currently has a candidate Covid vaccine in Phase 2 clinical trials. The facility in Bohumil …
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On August 20, 2020, members of the Roma community gathered at a memorial in Hodonín u Kunštátu to remember the victims of a Nazi genocide. More than 1,200 Roma and Sinti men, women, and children were imprisoned and subjected to inhumane conditions at the site during World War II. On August 21-22, 1943, 749 of …
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Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo travels to Prague and Pilsen, Czech Republic; Ljubljana, Slovenia; Vienna, Austria; and Warsaw, Poland August 11 to August 15. While in Pilsen, Secretary Pompeo joined Foreign Minister Petricek to commemorate the liberation of Western Czechoslovakia by the U.S. Army in World War II. In Prague, the Secretary met with …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague celebrates this year’s Prague Pride Festival along with other Prague-based embassies of nations that share our human rights values. By participating in and supporting this festival, which is taking place August 3-9 throughout the city, we show our united support for human rights irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity. …
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Thanks to the federal Quality Samples Program, the US Department of Agriculture funding granted to the Czech affiliation of the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), first six foals with U.S. genes were born at Czech ranches in May. To celebrate the outcome of the program and to support Czech breeders of “Quarters”, Foreign Agricultural Service in cooperation with …
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On July 16, 2020, the Commission released the draft report to the general public. This draft report is a consensus document that was signed and approved unanimously by all 11 commissioners. Throughout its deliberations, the Commission greatly benefited from the perspectives of individual citizens and non-governmental organizations, many of whom attended public meetings in person, submitted written …
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Starting July 15, 2020, Embassy Prague will resume processing limited categories of non-immigrant visa applications. At this time, we are still prioritizing services for U.S. citizens and U.S. residents of the Czech Republic. If you are interested in applying for a non-immigrant visa, please read through the instructions below to determine whether you qualify to …
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In celebration of U.S. Independence Day, the PKF–Prague Philharmonia recorded Antonin Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,” at Petschek Villa, the Residence of the U.S. Ambassador in Prague. The concert recording includes remarks from Ambassador King and a brief documentary about the residence. It will be broadcast this Saturday, July 4 at 8pm (2pm ET) on the ČT art channel. For the online …
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Dear Mr. President, Senate President Vystrcil, Prime Minister Babiš, esteemed Ministers, Your Eminence Cardinal Duka, colleagues, and friends: Welcome to our home and thank you for being here. Vitám Vás Všechny! Karen, I, and our entire embassy family are happy and honored to have you here with us to celebrate the 244th birthday of our …
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The United States Embassy in the Czech Republic is located in Schönborn Palace in the heart of the historic center of Prague. The early Baroque palace was bought by the American government in 1924 and was converted into a representative office and the seat of American ambassadors. Behind the palace is a terraced garden with …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs that foster democracy, promote human rights, support labor efforts, and fight corruption. Proposals should include a program description that describes the human rights and democracy-related program goals, defines target audiences, includes measurable outcomes, notes any plans for follow-on activities, and discusses potential media amplification. Award amount: award may not …
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The U.S. Embassy representatives participated in the annual commemoration of one of the most brutal incidents of World War II: the Nazi annihilation of the Czech village of Lidice and the summary execution of most of its inhabitants in collective retaliation for the assassination of the senior German officer in Prague by Czech patriots in …
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The following is a joint statement by the U. S. Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia. Marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in 2020, we pay tribute to the victims and to all soldiers who …
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The following joint declaration was adopted by the Governments of the United States of America and the Czech Republic on May 6, 2020. Taking into account that secure fifth generation wireless communications networks (5G) will be vital to both future prosperity and national security, the United States and the Czech Republic declare their desire to …
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“Global-X”, a nine-month international science challenge, will seek revolutionary multidisciplinary research through active worldwide cooperation to solve present and future U.S. Navy and Marine Corps needs. The Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) seeks to foster relationships with the international science community, building long-lasting partnerships around the globe. Under that premise, the command has …
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On the last Friday in April, the U.S. Embassy in Prague has traditionally hosted the launch of the Convoy of Liberty. The Convoy is a magnificent tribute to the U.S. role in liberating Czechoslovakia from fascist dictatorship in 1945. It honors the U.S., Czech, and other soldiers and civilians who brought freedom to Pilsen, Cheb, …
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In June 2019 the Foreign Agricultural Service at the U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic assisted with the special shipment of frozen equine genetics addressed to the Czech Quarter Horse Association. The project was funded by a USDA grant through the federal Quality Samples Program (QSP).The beneficiary was the Czech affiliation of the American Quarter …
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Orkin is the largest pest control service provider in the globe with over 450 company-owned locations in North America and with franchise operations in 33 countries and more than 80 franchised locations, including European locations. With over 100 years in the business, Orkin is well known for the use of science in controlling pests and …
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U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Stephen King and Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs Tomáš Petříček participated in a virtual visit to the Prague plant of the U.S. company Dukane IAS. The firm has voluntarily converted part of its ultrasonic welding and cutting plant into a production line for face masks. As the company’s European Regional …
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As a result of the amendment to the January 31, 2020, presidential proclamation, the United States government imposed the following additional entry requirements that take effect March 13, 2020, after 11:59 p.m. ET. Presidential proclamation: Any U.S. citizen or lawful U.S. permanent resident returning to the United States who has traveled to one of the …
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U.S.-Czech Business Forum Postponed Prague, March 9 — In consultation with Czech Government authorities, including the Castle, the U.S. Embassy has regrettably agreed to postpone the U.S.-Czech Business Forum that was planned for this Thursday, March 12. We have not yet identified a new date, but will work closely with our Czech and American partners to …
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U.S.-Czech Business Forum Postponed Prague, March 9 — In consultation with Czech Government authorities, including the Castle, the U.S. Embassy has regrettably agreed to postpone the U.S.-Czech Business Forum and all related events that were planned for this Thursday and Friday, March 12-13. We have not yet identified a new date, but will work closely …
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Members of the explosive disposal unit of the Bechyně engineer base received the last items in a grant from the U.S. The Army of the Czech Republic received almost four and a half million U.S. dollars worth of materiel from two foreign cooperation programs (Foreign Military Financing and the Global Train and Equip Program) aimed …
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The U.S. Embassy, U.S. Commercial Service Prague will be exhibiting at Holiday World Prague fair on February 13 – 16, 2020, at Prague Letnany fairgrounds. https://holidayworld.cz The United States is a great tourist destination offering a wide range of experiences from national parks to vibrant cities. More and more Czechs discover the United States every year. …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague U.S. Commercial Service, in cooperation in cooperation with the NGO Revenium, organized a seminar “Financial Sustainability of Innovative Treatment in the Czech Republic”. Ambassador Stephen B. King hosted the event which featured presentations from top Czech healthcare stakeholders including Julius Špičák, Vice Chair of Healthcare Committee, Chamber of Deputies; David Smehlik, Deputy …
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American Airlines will be extending its seasonal service by 10 weeks between Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Now operating between May 8, 2020 and January 6, 2021, the extension will allow nearly 30,000 additional customers to travel between the two cities on more than 70 additional flights. This extension is …
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On November 11 – 19, 2019, the U.S. Embassy Prague U.S. Commercial Section joined the Prague Airport roadshow in six cities of the Czech Republic visiting Ostrava, Olomouc, Zlin, Brno, Plzen, and Prague. The roadshow celebrated its tenth anniversary and highlighted travelling from Václav Havel Airport Prague on direct flights to the United States. The …
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U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper and Czech Minister of Defense Lubomir Metnar met yesterday in a Pentagon ceremony and signed a government-to-government agreement for the sale of 12 Bell helicopters from the United States to the Czech Republic. The sale is valued at 14.8 billion Czech crowns ($646 million). The Czech armed forces will …
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Taj Johnson, the U.S. Embassy Human Rights Officer, congratulated children (as well as their teachers) who succeeded in the Romano Suno (Romani Dream) literary and art contest. The award ceremony took place at the American Center on the Human Rights Day, December 10th. Romano Suno has been coordinated annually for more than 20 years …
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On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, U.S. Embassy Prague presented the annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to Šimon Pánek, the co-founder and Director of People in Need NGO. Šimon Pánek was selected due to his inspirational leadership and extraordinary commitment to the foundation, development, and protection of Czech civic society. The evening was …
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Ambassador King visited the hops capital of the Czech Republic – Zatec – where he spoke to 300 students from the local gymnazium and obchodni akademie in honor of International Education Week. While there he met with Mayor Hamousova, school directors and teachers and our American Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Zatec, Alden Mohacs. The …
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Ambassador King celebrated the 30 years of freedom in the Czech Republic and laid a wreath at the plaque commemorating the anti-communist Velvet Revolution at Národní třída on November 17th: “I find it humbling to pay tribute, at this memorial, to those who struggled for the freedom of all Czechs during the Velvet Revolution. You …
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The U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic is proud to participate in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. The Campaign Možnost Volby (Freedom of Choice), which is supported by the Embassy, congratulates Czechs on three decades of democracy. Installations in three cities present compelling stories of Czechs who, since the fall of Communism, …
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Ambassador King gave opening remarks at the annual Franchising Forum organized by the Czech Franchise Association . “When you think of franchising, you typically think of the U.S. first,” said Ambassador King. The U.S. Embassy sees increased interest from U.S. brands in the European as well as Czech market, and a number of well-known U.S. franchise concepts are looking for …
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All U.S. Citizens currently residing in, or traveling through, Ostrava are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 13:00 – 15:00, at the American Corner, located inside the Knihovna města Ostravy (Public Library of Ostrava), 28. října 2, 702 00. At our Town Hall, you will have a chance to: Renew your U.S. …
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Producer Doug Yeager will present the Free to Rock document directed by 4-time Emmy-winning filmmaker Jim Brown at the Svetozor Movie Theatre on October 30, 2019 at 8:30 pm. Of Czech musicians, Vratislav Brabec of the Plastic People of the Universe appears in the document. The film is narrated by Kiefer Sutherland. Ten years in the making, the film …
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U.S. Embassy Prague Commercial Section in cooperation with the Central Bohemia Region, organized a coffee with Czech companies that participated in 2019 SelectUSA Summit in Washington as well as those considering participation in 2020. “As you all well know, the U.S. GDP is approaching 21 trillion dollars, and averaging a steady 2-3% growth per year. We …
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Lecture by Ambassador King at the University of Economics (VŠE) Winstona Churchilla 4, Prague 3 on September 30, 2019, at 6PM. · As a representative of the United States of America here in the Czech Republic I welcome the opportunity to speak with future businesspeople. One of the best ways to understand America — and …
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On Friday, October 4, 2019, Ambassador Stephen B. King gave opening remarks at the event to celebrate the Philadelphia Flyers hockey team playing the first NHL game of the season against the Chicago Blackhawks at the O2 arena. The event focused on promoting both the City of Philadelphia as well as the direct flight from Prague to Philadelphia …
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The U.S. presence at NATO Days in Ostrava on September 21-22 was again robust this year – the C-5M Super Galaxy cargo plane, B-52 Stratofortress bomber, KC-135 tanker and the Venom and Viper helicopters from Bell belonged among the biggest attractions. U.S. Ambassador Stephen King and General John B. Williams, Air Force Reserve Mobilization Assistance to …
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On September 19, Ambassador Stephen B. King invited alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) exchange program to his residence for a gala meeting. At this annual event, graduates meet with those who take part in the IVLP programs in the following year. The opening speech by Ambassador King, was followed by address of the chairwoman of the …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague is excited to introduce new American cosmetics brands searching for Czech importers/distributors at World of Beauty and Spa Letňany on September 27 – 28, 2019. Visit our booth B48 in Hall 2 and learn more about Berkana Holdings Inc. brands and Repêchage Skin Care. Representatives of Berkana Holdings Inc.will be available …
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The Community Solutions Program is a professional leadership development program for the best and brightest community leaders worldwide. Community Solutions Fellows complete a four-month fellowship from August to December with a US nonprofit organization or local government agency. Our Community Leadership Institute provides an integrated leadership curriculum and individualized coaching throughout the fellowship. Fellows return …
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Ambassador Stephen King hosted the Human Rights Reception at his residence on September 10. The event united human rights practitioners from across the Czech Republic. The opening speech by Ambassador King was followed by an address by Foreign Minister Tomas Petricek. The Ambassador reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to human rights and core democratic values. …
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The Embassy Commercial Counselor welcomed Gregg Schwenk , CEO and co-founder of Newport Beach Film Festival , recently in Prague. The Newport Beach Film Festival celebrated its twentieth anniversary and screened 350 films from 56 different countries. Next year, the festival will take place on April 23 – 30 and Czech film makers are encouraged to enter their films. Newport Beach …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague and Ambassador Stephen King were honored to host an exclusive performance of the PKF — the Prague Philharmonia – in the Petschek Villa garden of the American Ambassadorial residence in Prague, on September 12th. “Music speaks a language that can be understood by all people of good will,” Ambassador King …
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On Tuesday, August 20, Moravian Roma community members, including several Roma holocaust survivors, gathered at a memorial at Hodonín u Kunštátu to commemorate Roma who died at the Nazi internment camp in 1942 and 1943. Romani men, women, and children suffered inhumane conditions in the camp while waiting to be transported to Auschwitz. Only a …
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Charge d’affairs Jennifer Bachus attended the 4th annual Friends Fest in Pardubice on August 17th. The Friends Fest event showcases the U.S.-Czech friendship and military cooperation as NATO allies. Over 30,000 visitors attend Friends Fest to see American culture, fashion, sports, cuisine, and vehicles. At this year’s event, the U.S. Army Europe (USAREUR) also sent a …
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We, Heads of Diplomatic Missions in Prague, support the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. Diplomats from eleven countries will proudly join the Pride Parade in Prague on August 10, 2019 behind a #DiplomatsforEquality banner. We join together to express our support for the human rights and fundamental freedoms of LGBTI individuals, as we …
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A full academic year of study at an American high school while living with a host family awaits a group of students who left today for the United States. They were among those successful in competing for a scholarship from the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program, which is fully funded by the U.S.-government. For their …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague will celebrate this year’s Prague Pride Festival along with fifteen other embassies of nations that share our human rights values. By participating in and supporting this festival, which is taking place August 5-11 throughout the city, we show our united support for human rights irrespective of sexual orientation or gender …
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On July 16, Ambassador King visited the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences. The Institute has established a long-term cooperation with the American biopharmaceutical company, Gilead Sciences, concerning research, development, and the distribution of novel pharmaceuticals. The Institute and Gilead Sciences established a joint research center on July 13, 2006. …
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U.S. Beef Road Show, organized by the Foreign Agricultural Service in cooperation with U.S. Meat Export Federation and Bidfood Czech Republic, presented high quality USDA beef in six regions of the Czech Republic. Gastro Team Bidfood supervised by the Executive Chef and U.S. Beef Ambassador in the Czech Republic Marek Svoboda, introduced both traditional and alternative …
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Ambassador King attended the launch of new United Airlines direct flight from Newark to Prague: “A great pleasure to join United Airlines and Prague Airport for the launch of their new direct flight from Newark to Prague. This is the third direct seasonal U.S.-Czech flight. Just another way we are contributing to stronger U.S.-Czech partnership. …
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U.S. Embassy Commercial Specialist Zdenek Svoboda accompanied a Czech delegation to the WasteExpo 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Czech companies were primarily interested in innovative U.S. waste recycling and waste-to-energy technologies. CS Prague also presented market opportunities from other European markets at the show. WasteExpo is the largest trade show in North America serving the …
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On May 24, 2019, Ambassador King took part in Night of the Churches and visited Strahov Monastery and Trinactka Brethren Church. The Night of Churches event opens churches of all Christian denominations to the broadest general public to offer them a chance to visit their premises and learn about Christianity without any commitment. About 1,700 churches have joined the …
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Ambassador King attended a ceremony, during which UPS officially broke ground for its new Prague package sorting and delivery center in Tuchoměřice. The facility, near Vaclav Havel Airport, will be located in a key economic region of the Czech Republic, where small and large companies are turning to exports to grow their businesses. The Prague …
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Ambassador King visited a production facility of U.S.-based Solar Turbines in Zebrak, Central Bohemia on May 15. He discussed with the company leadership U.S.-Czech trade relations and Solar Turbines´ activities and plans in the Czech Republic. “You do a great job in the area of energy and innovations. I am pleased and impressed by what …
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Ambassador King hosted a roundtable for U.S. franchises in the Czech market. Franchising has become a well-known, successful, and popular concept in the Czech market and is poised for further growth. With a rather moderate start in the 1990s, McDonalds was the first U.S. franchise to enter the Czech market. Franchising has grown rapidly over …
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Ambassador King attended the annual commemoration ceremony for the Romani victims of Nazism at the Lety Memorial. The gathering is traditionally organized by the Committee for the Redress of the Roma Holocaust in the Czech Republic (VPORH), which brings together former Romani prisoners of Nazi concentration camps and their relatives, diplomats, government officials, and the …
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Ambassador King hosted an event marking Vertex Pharmaceuticals office opening in the Czech Republic. “Although, sometimes we tend to focus more on large investments, I believe that even smaller companies can make a huge difference in the market, especially in the healthcare arena,” noted Ambassador King. Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company that invests …
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Diplomats from the United States Embassy in Prague attended events primarily in western and souther parts of Bohemia commemorating the liberation by the U.S. Third Army commanded by General Patton. They attended ceremonies in 38 municipalities. For Americans, it is always very special to commemorate those who fought and sacrificed their lives to protect the …
Read More» Statement from the Press Secretary Issued on: May 3, 2019 The United States applauds the Czech Republic for hosting the Prague 5G Security Conference. It was an extremely productive meeting on the need for secure telecommunications networks as the game-changing next generation wireless telecommunications networks, known as 5G, become the new global system. Government officials …
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Commercial Service Prague will introduce American publishers to the Czech market at Book World Prague 2019 on May 9—12. The U.S. companies are seeking Czech partners interested in publishing selected American books in the Czech language. Representatives from CS Prague will be available at the Fair’s Business Center for discussions. List of participating American publishers: …
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Marking the 74th anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy in Prague hosted the Convoy of Liberty on Friday, April 26. The Czech Army Band welcomed all the participants. In the days following this event, American diplomats will also participate in many ceremonies commemorating the liberation of the country from Nazi …
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Off the Record Strategies President Mark Pfeifle engaged students of the Ostrava University in a discussion over the positive and negative implications of social media influence. He especially advocated critical thinking when assessing the value of information posted on social media and news online servers. Pfeifle also offered perspectives on cyber-related geopolitics related to the …
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Marking the 74th anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy in Prague will host the Convoy of Liberty at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 26. The Czech Army Band will be on hand to welcome the participants. In the days following this event, American diplomats will also participate in many ceremonies …
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The U.S. Embassy hosted a seminar organized by the Institute for Public Discussion where leading Czech doctors, representatives of the Ministry of Health, insurance companies and international obesity centers had an opportunity to discuss issues and remedies for obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Ambassador Stephen B. King, Commercial Counselor Christina Sharkey and other distinguished guests …
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U.S.-Czech trade relations and cooperation in the areas of research, development, and innovation were the main topics discussed during Ambassador Stephen King´s third trip to Brno and the surrounding region on March 18 and 19. On Monday, the Ambassador met Lord Mayor Marketa Vankova, discussed international relations with experts at Masaryk University, and took part in a presentation about successful start-ups …
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Ambassador King welcomed alumni of the exchange programs International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), who departed on their professional visits during 2018 and 2019, at the American Center. Ambassador King presented official certificates to the participants and acknowledged the benefit of their cooperation and partnership in strengthening Czech-American relations. Within the framework of the IVLP exchange programs, experts and leaders …
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Do you want to win a VIP invitation card to the Independence Day celebration where you could meet the Ambassador? Are you a student between 18-26 years old? Write an essay on what NATO means to you. The maximum length is 2 standard pages. Deadline for submissions to PraguePhoto@state.gov is April 4, 2019 at 23:59 The …
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Ambassador King was honored to address the Czech Foreign Minister, Czech MPs, foreign Ambassadors and diplomats, and defense and security experts at the Czech Parliament seminar “20 Years of the Czech Republic in NATO.” The Ambassador recognized critical Czech contributions to NATO and reiterated the United States’ ironclad commitment to NATO’s collective security.
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As Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Petr Seifert attends the Texas Best Warrior Competition he was awarded the Texas Medal of Merit for outstanding service to the Czech Republic and the State Partnership Program. Command Sergeant Major Seifert has been instrumental in further developing the State Partnership Program between the Czech Republic and Texas and Nebraska …
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The Economic Officer Ariel Jahner took part in a tour of ICRC Brno with GE Healthcare to discuss opportunities for joint Czech-U.S. R&D cooperation. “The Czech Republic and the United States both have a long history of R&D and innovation. So, it is natural that many Czech universities and research centers work with U.S. counterparts to collaborate on new medical …
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Ambassador King took part in the launching of the U.S.-European workshop at ELI Beamlines in Dolni Brezany on February 21 which will discuss collaboration between U.S. scientists and the ELI laser-technology research project. King was joined at the workshop kick-off by Nobel Physicist Gerard Mourou who is one of the founding fathers of the ELI …
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Ambassador King welcomed alumni of the exchange programs International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), who departed on their professional visits during 2018, at the American Center. Ambassador King presented official certificates to the participants and acknowledged the benefit of their cooperation and partnership in strengthening Czech-American relations. President of the Czech IVLP Alumni Club, Tereza Engelova, informed participants on opportunities …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague in cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation, organized a round-table discussion on the future of autonomous driving. Ambassador King highlighted the role of a secure platform for digital communication and importance of this area for national security. Fifteen Czech and American companies provided insight into the technical, regulatory and policy issues …
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Commercial Counsellor Christina Sharkey welcomed the launch of NOW Foods’ supplements in the Czech market at a press event at the Emblem Hotel in Prague. Zlatica Majercikova, NOW Foods International Business Development Manager for Eastern Europe, detailed NOW Foods long development process and extensive history alongside their most successful products. The event moderated by Petra …
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Commercial Service of the U.S. Embassy Prague hosted a seminar organized by the Institute for Public Discussion on “Transparent and Sustainable Healthcare”. Ambassador Stephen King and Commercial Counselor Christina Sharkey gave remarks at the event where participants had an opportunity to hear presentations from top Czech medical specialists, including Josef Kautzner of IKEM, Ales Tomek of …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague in cooperation with the Central Bohemia Region, organized a discussion on the SelectUSA Summit and market opportunities for Czech manufacturers and investors in the United States. Ambassador Stephen B. King highlighted the fact that the United States is world’s largest economy offering great business opportunities for Czech companies. Governor Pokorna Jermanova …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague organized a discussion with representatives of Czech travel agents, U.S. hotels and airlines. The meeting focused on promoting the U.S. as an attractive tourist destination. Last year the number of Czech tourists travelling to the U.S. hit 100,000. The most popular destinations included New York, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and …
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On the occasion of International Human Rights Day marking the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, U.S. Embassy Prague presented the 15th Annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to Magdalena Karvayova, a young Roma inclusive education activist and a founder of the NGO Awen Amenca. Ms. Karvayova was selected for her …
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U.S. Embassy Prague hosted the fifth annual Alumni Event of Academy of Patient Organizations (APO). The event attracted almost one hundred participants, two thirds of which represented patient organizations participating in APO activities. Ambassador Stephen B. King highlighted the importance of patient-centric care, emphasizing that the patient is central to any healthcare system. Jakub Dvoracek, …
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A letter from U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo: I am pleased to release the State Department’s new report detailing the scope of the Iranian regime’s destructive behavior at home and abroad: Outlaw Regime: A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities
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U.S. Embassy Prague U.S. Commercial Service in cooperation with the NGO Revenium, organized a seminar “Perspectives on Innovative Treatment in the Czech Republic”. Ambassador Stephen B. King opened the event which featured presentations from top Czech healthcare stakeholders including Adam Vojtech, Minister of Health; David Smehlik, Deputy Chairman of the General Insurance Company (VZP), Irena …
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The International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) Alumni Club hosted an inaugural breakfast meeting for its members at the American Center. Ambassador King joined the event as a distinguished guest and was interviewed by the IVLP alumni Tereza Engelova and Vaclav Sochor. He spoke about his life of a diplomat in Prague as well as about …
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The U.S. Embassy announced the winners of its Centennial Awards during a special Centennial celebration held in the Ambassador’s residence. The three Centennial Awards honor Czech citizens who have made significant contributions to the U.S.-Czech relationship in the areas of enhancing security, promoting collaboration in the cultural and educational spheres, and advancing our commercial and …
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Commercial Counselor Christina Sharkey took part in a seminar and 40th anniversary celebration of U.S. biotechnology company Biogen at the premises of Charles University Karolinum historical building. The seminar included presentations on the history of biotechnology in medicine, highlighting the treatment of neurological disease including multiple sclerosis and spinal muscular atrophy. Distinguished speakers included Tomas Zima, …
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On Sunday October 28 U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis attended the military parade in Prague celebrating the establishment of an independent Czechoslovak state 100 years ago. He met there with Czech President Milos Zeman, Czech Minister of Defense Lubomir Metnar and other Czech and foreign officials. Mr. Mattis also met Czech Prime Minister Andrej …
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On October 10, 2018, Ambassador Steven B. King hosted the launch of new Ford Focus in the Czech Republic. Ford Focus is one of World’s favorite family hatchbacks with more than 16 million models sold and the title of world’s best-selling car in 2012 and 2013. This new model is expected to follow in the successful footsteps …
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U.S. Embassy Prague and the Czech Embassy in Washington partnered to hold a bilateral U.S.-Czech workshop on artificial intelligence (AI) at the University of Maryland on 18-19 September 2018. Dr. Stephen O’Regan, Science Director for the US Embassy’s Office of Naval Research Global, and Mr. Luděk Moravec, Czech Science Attaché to the United States, collaborated …
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On September 19, Ambassador Stephen B. King invited alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) exchange program to his residence for a gala meeting. At this annual event, graduates meet with those who take part in the IVLP programs in the following year. The opening speech by Ambassador King, was followed by address of the chairwoman of the …
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The United States was a special partner nation of the 18th year of the NATO Days in Ostrava on September 14-15, which reflected the Centennial of the Czech-American relations. The media reported that as many as 220,000 people visited the air show, a near-record attendance. General Richard Clark, the Deputy Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and …
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Deputy Chief of Mission Kelly Adams-Smith welcomed new U.S. participants of the Fulbright Program, greeted the program’s alumni, and acknowledged the achievements of the Fulbright Program. The Fulbright Commission is a Czech-American governmental organization founded with the mission to enhance educational, scientific and cultural exchanges through scholarship programs and advising and information services.
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U.S. Ambassador Stephen King, on September 4-5, was pleased to make his first official visit to the southeast Moravian region of Zlin. Ambassador King plans to visit all fourteen regions of the Czech Republic during his tenure, and has instituted an embassy program for diplomats and staff to do the same by regularly traveling “Beyond …
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U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Embassy Prague, will introduce three U.S. cosmetics brands searching for Czech importers/distributors at World of Beauty and Spa Letňany on September 7 – 8, 2018. The list of U.S. companies presented is available below. For more information, visit our booth or contact Veronika.Novakova@trade.gov Health and Natural Beauty USA/SpringJene – www.sprinjene.com Lafe´s Natural BodyCare …
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On August 23, 2018, Commercial Counselor Christina Sharkey took part in the “Territorial Workshop USA” seminar organized by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in the Czech Republic for Czech companies interested in the U.S. market. Sharkey presented on American-Czech Bilateral relations, particularly trade issues and opportunities, and highlighted the United States as a top destination for potential foreign investors. “The United …
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The American Center launched an exhibit by renowned american photographer Paul F. Goldsmith who, as a young student, captured historic moments of the Soviet led occupation of Czechoslovakia in 1968. Back then Paul, a college student, traveled through Czechoslovakia and woke up to the Soviet invasion on 21 August, 1968. He managed to capture historic moments, which were …
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I had the honor this past Wednesday to attend the repatriation ceremony of three Czech heroes at the Prague airport. This was my first such experience. I was there not only in my official role as the U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic, but also as a grateful father. My son spent part of this …
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On Saturday August 11, Ambassador King visited “Friends Fest – Friendly Festival Full of America” on the Pardubice racecourse. He liked examples of American attractions and traditions, a collection of Ford cars and Indian and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. He appreciated that the organizers will use the Friends Fest admissions as a contribution to the collection to …
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On August 6, Ambassador King attended the opening of the 8th Prague Pride Festival which belongs among the largest cultural events of Prague´s summer season. The Ambassador said in his speech on Strelecky Island that he is „proud that the U.S. Embassy has supported the festival since its inception in 2011 … because LGBTI person …
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From July 9-12, members of the Nebraska and Texas National Guard participated in a State Partnership event with the 7th Mechanized Brigade “Dukelska” in Hranice . The event focused on ways of working with the information obtained from the battlefield environment and incorporating them into the U.S. Military Decision Making Process (MDMP). This process allows …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague organized a seminar on Doing Business in the United States for Czech businesses on June 13, 2018 at the American Center. Ambassador King launched the event with opening remarks and a Q&A session, followed by a keynote address from visiting speaker Yao Huang, founder of venture collaboration forum The Hatchery, …
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Principles of Defense Acquisition Management is a topic of the two week course for the Czech Army and Czech Ministry of Defense representatives. Czech Deputy Minister of Defense Daniel Kostoval and Office of Defense Cooperation Chief LTC Michael Cushwa made the opening remarks at the American Center. The course is led by experts from U.S. …
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Commercial Counselor Helen L. Peterson opened a seminar “Role of Beta-glucan in human and animal health”. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Vaclav Vetvicka, Ph.D. Mr. Vetvicka is a professor at the University of Louisville, Kentucky; a president of International Society for Glucan Research (ISGR); and co-author of more than 150 original papers, several review …
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U.S. Ambassador Steve King participated in the launch of Keller Williams Czech Republic, a new U.S. real estate company entering the Czech market. Keller Williams Czech Republic is a master franchisor of Keller Williams International. Around 150 real estate professionals and other guests participated in the launch event that was held at the residence of …
Read More» Would you like to pursue a professional security career at the U.S. Embassy? Now you have the opportunity to participate in our Recruitment Event. Event Information Date: July 12 ,2018 Time: 5pm until 8pm Place: American Center, Tržište 13, Praha 1 We are looking forward seeing you there! For more information about the event or …
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The U.S. Embassy participated in the annual commemoration of one of the most brutal incidents of World War II: the Nazi annihilation of the Czech village of Lidice and the summary execution of most of its inhabitants in collective retaliation for the assassination of the senior German officer in Prague by Czech patriots in May, …
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Visit to Gymnazium Teplice was a success – Ambassador King was impressed during his meeting with students and his visit to the school’s bio-park and the town of Teplice. On his way to Teplice, he visited SSI Technologies in Přestanov. The company is based in Ambassador King’s hometown in Janesville, Wisconsin and has been operating …
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Support for innovation and economic cooperation between Czech and U.S. companies was one of the main topics discussed during today’s meeting between Ambassador King and Mayor of Mlada Boleslav Raduan Nwelati. Ambassador King’s trip to Mlada Boleslav would not be complete without a visit to the ŠKODA AUTO Museum and Factory.
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Twenty four top enlisted leaders from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Texas, Nebraska, NATO School and NATO ACT presented and discussed a wide range of NCOs related topics, such as future development of NCO Corps, mutual cooperation in the area of education and training, challenges connected with the management of enlisted force and sharing …
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Ambassador Stephen King participated in Harley-Davidson’s press conference to highlight the upcoming 115th H-D anniversary festival to take place in Prague in July. The conference also launched the “Czech-American Challenge” smart-phone application that U.S. Embassy Prague developed in conjunction with Harley Davidson Prague , which features information on locations in the Czech Republic of importance in the U.S.-Czech …
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On May 23, the Nebraska Air and Army National Guard partnered with USAF and Czech Air Force personnel to develop procedures for loading MI-171 helicopters onboard US transport aircraft. The event involved loading a Nebraska Army National Guard UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter aboard a U.S. Air Force C-17 on the flightline of the Nebraska Army National …
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Marking the 73rd anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy in Prague hosted the Convoy of Liberty on Friday, April 27. The tour was officially launched by the U.S. Ambassador Stephen. In the days following this event, American diplomats will also participate in many ceremonies commemorating the liberation of the country …
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The U.S. Embassy proudly supported and participated in the annual “NGO Market” non-profit fair at Forum Karlin in Prague on April 11. About 250 NGOs from various fields including human rights, culture, environment, volunteering and education were given the opportunity to present their activities to a broad cross-section of the public, to establish new partnerships, …
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U.S. Embassy Commercial Service Prague Specialist Veronika Novakova will introduce new trends in the U.S. pet products market at the FOR PETS fair at Prague Letnany. The presentation is targeted at Czech importers and distributors. U.S. companies seeking partners for the Czech market will also be introduced during the presentation. To register for the presentation …
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Czech Ice Hockey Hall of Fame situated at Harfa Mall in Prague was officially expanded yesterday by a new exhibition celebrating the 100th birthday of NHL. The ceremony was attended by famous former and current Czech ice hockey players, including Dominik Hasek, Martin Rucinsky and Petr Nedved, and also U.S. Ambassador Steve King and Canadian …
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U.S. Ambassador Stephen King, Ukrainian Ambassador Yevhen Perebyinis, and Dutch Ambassador Kees Klompenhouwer (who served as Dutch Ambassador to Ukraine from 2013 – 2017) participated in a public event on the current situation in Ukraine at the American Center in Prague on February 16. The event featured a special screening of Winter on Fire (2015), an Oscar-nominated documentary …
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Would you like to pursue a professional security career at the U.S. Embassy Prague? Now you have the opportunity to participate in our RECRUITMENT EVENT in Prague on February 12, 2018. Date: February 12, 2018 Time: 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Place: American Center, Tržište 13, Praha 1 Program: 17:00-17:15 Introduction of Presenters 17:15-17:30 Power …
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Ambassador Stephen King hosted a reception in his residence to celebrate the achievements and development of Czech baseball. Young athletes, along with their families and friends, were the main guests at the event. At the ceremony, the Ambassador and representatives of Czech baseball and University Sports Associations acknowledged the successes of the “under 12” team …
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U.S. Embassy Prague announces special centennial grant competition highlighting 100 years of U.S.-Czech cooperation . This special centennial grant round seeks proposals with outstanding merit focused on Czech audiences which highlight – in an innovative and creative way – the strong partnership and cooperation of our two countries in areas including: Promoting democracy, good governance & rule of law Strengthening of civil society Security cooperation …
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Former NASA Astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger visits Czech Planetarium to talk Life in Space. Dottie met with hundreds of Czech students and accompanying teachers to talk about her experiences as an astronaut and working at the International Space Station. Answering questions about space, posing for photos, and signing autographs, Dottie was thrilled also to share her …
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Astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger met members of the Czech Women’s Leadership Forum at a Residence round-table on September 25. The event hosted by charge d’affaires Kelly Adams-Smith enabled Czech women to meet an exceptional American professional as inspiration and model.
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U.S. Embassy Prague’s American Center hosted representatives from Google Czech Republic on September 20, who trained 30 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants on free online tools that they can use during after-school activities with high school students to help improve their English vocabulary related to information technology and entrepreneurship. The project, called “Fund with Code” is …
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Acting Public Affairs Counselor Erin Kotheimer gave remarks on Saturday, September 23 at the Women’s Congress in Prague. U.S. Embassy Prague supports projects such as the Women’s Congress that are aimed at encouraging women’s leadership in society and strengthening gender equality. The theme of this year’s Women’s Congress “Women and the Public Space,” featuring discussions …
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Forty U.S. Fulbright grantees who will teach and do research in the Czech Republic in the 2017-2018 academic year met with their hosts, collaborators, Czech Fulbright Alumni, and Embassy officials at a reception hosted by Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Adams Smith on September 19. From 1992 to 2017, the program has supported almost 900 Czech grantees …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague illuminated the Embassy’s Gloriette pavilion with two columns of light to commemorate the 16th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States. The two beams was lit up on Monday, September 11 at 9.00 p.m. The illumination was inspired by the Tribute in Light, placed next to the site …
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Nebraska Firefighters from 155th Air Refueling Wing of the Nebraska Air National Guard conducted an exchange of lessons on safety procedures, rescue techniques, and firefighting tactics with Czech firefighters from various airbases on August 17-18. The Nebraska Firefighters learned how to safely rescue pilots from the Czech Republic’s primary fighter jet, firefighting equipment, to include vehicles and personal gear used by the Czech Republic. The …
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Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Adams-Smith hosted the annual Junior Achievement Awards Ceremony at the Ambassador’s Residence on June 22nd. Junior Achievement is a global organization (its Czech branch was founded by Tomáš Baťa in 1992) which connects the world of business and education. About 15,000 students participate in Junior Achievement financial literacy, entrepreneurship and workforce readiness …
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On Saturday, May 13, Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Adams-Smith participated in the traditional commemorative ceremony honoring the Romani victims of the Holocaust at the site of the Lety Memorial. The event, organized annually by the Committee for the Redress of the Roma Holocaust, brought together survivors of Nazi camps and the relatives of victims who perished …
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The Convoy of Liberty, marking the 72nd anniversary of liberation of Western Bohemia by the U.S. Army in 1945, started its trip in front of the U.S. Embassy in Prague on April 28. The tour was officially launched by the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Adams-Smith. “Today, in Prague, we launch the annual Convoy of Liberty …
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In recognition of International Roma Day on April 8, the U.S. Embassy in Prague celebrates the rich Romani culture with several events this week. To kick off the activities, the U.S. Embassy in Prague’s American Center will host a special film screening of “Gypsy Caravan,” on April 4 at 6 p.m. From April 5-8, the …
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U.S. Embassy Commercial Service Prague Specialist Veronika Novakova will introduce new trends in the U.S. pet products market at the FOR PETS fair at Prague Letnany . The presentation is targeted at Czech importers and distributors. U.S. companies seeking partners for the Czech market will also be introduced during the presentation. Date/Location: April 7, 2017, from 11am in Room n.1 at Entrance Hall …
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On December 21st Marines from the U.S. Embassy in Prague Detachment donated a gift of Toys for Tots at the Safehouse of St. Joseph for mothers/fathers in need with children in Lochovice near Beroun in the Central Bohemian Region. Thirty-three children altogether will enjoy their new toys at Christmas – both kids at the safehouse …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague wishes you happy holiday season and all the best in 2017!
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Prague, December 8 – On the occasion of Anti-Corruption Day, the Ambassadors of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada to the Czech Republic release the following statement: “We come together again for a third year to renew our countries’ commitment to fighting corruption in all its forms. December 9, International Anti-Corruption Day, is …
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U.S. Embassy’s American Center held its second all day “Entreprelooza” conference in support of “Global Entrepreneurship Week” on November 15 in Prague. During the conference, some of the topics included: the role of women entrepreneurs and innovators in academia, and the experience of immigrant entrepreneurs, as well as their role as drivers of innovation and …
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On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I am pleased to congratulate the people of the Czech Republic as you celebrate the 98th anniversary of your national day on October 28. As an American whose grandfather was born in a small town that is now Horni Benesov, I am delighted to recognize the …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro joined Prague firefighters, Prague 1 Mayor Oldrich Lomecky, other officials and the public in Kampa in downtown Prague on September 11 to remember the thousands of victims of the terrorist attacks, including 343 firefighters who died while trying to save lives. “I remember the memorials that popped up at every firehouse …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague illuminated the Embassy’s Glorietta pavilion with two columns of light to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States. The two beams was lit up on Sunday, September 11 at 9.00 p.m. The illumination was inspired by the Tribute in Light, placed next to the site …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague is proud to support the Prague Pride Festival again this year, which will take place August 8-14 throughout the city. This year’s theme is “love,” and the Pride Festival’s objective is to combat prejudice against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) persons and other minorities. 130 events are planned …
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On Monday, July 25, the Political-Economic and Public Affairs Sections of the U.S. Embassy hosted a panel discussion “Central European Gas Markets.” The panel was comprised of Jitka Holubcová of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Michael Kehr of Net4Gas, and Martin Jirušek of International Relations and Energy Security Program at Masaryk University. The discussion was …
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On Wednesday July 27, the Political-Economic and Public Affairs Sections of the U.S. Embassy hosted a panel discussion “The Path to a Sustainable Energy Future.” The panel was comprised of Miroslav Kundrata of the Partnership Alliance, Simona Kalvoda of the Czech Green Building Council, Pavel Zamyslicky of the Ministry of Environment, and Marek Lang of …
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Prague, June 29, 2016 Speaker Hamáček, Cabinet members, distinguished colleagues and guests, vítám vás všechny. Welcome to you all. Tamar and I are so happy to have you here to celebrate Independence Day. Before we start, I want to acknowledge the terrible events in Istanbul over the last 24 hours. Our sympathies are with all those …
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On Wednesday June 29, Ambassador Andrew H. Schapiro and his wife Tamar Newberger hosted a reception marking America’s Independence Day on July 4. Among the distinguished guests was the president of the lower parliamentary chamber, Jan Hamacek, Vice Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, Chief Foreign Affairs Advisor to the President Hynek Kmonicek, diplomats, and many others. …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague marks the World Refugee Day celebrated on June 20 to commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees around the world. As the largest refugee resettlement country in the world, the United States would like to highlight on this day that refugees have for many years positively contributed …
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U.S. Embassy Acting Deputy Chief of Mission James Merz participated on May 13 in the ceremony paying homage to Roma victims of the Lety concentration camp that existed during the Second World War in woods near the city of Pisek in South Bohemia. “Those people were sent to Lety and later to other concentration camps …
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As every year since 1990, U.S. diplomats have been proud to participate in celebrations held by some fifty municipalities across the western and southern part of Bohemia commemorating the World War II liberation by the U.S. Third Army under the command of General George S. Patton. During the communist era, the U.S. role in the …
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From May 5-8, the Liberation Festival in Pilsen celebrated the 71st anniversary of the liberation of the region from Nazi oppression by the U.S. Third Army under the command of General George Patton. On Friday, May 6, the commemorations culminated in Pilsen. U.S. and Belgian veterans, members of government, and local politicians, and other guests gathered at the General …
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Economic Officer Noah Woodiwiss and Political Specialist Helena Markusova delivered remarks to mark the 71st anniversary of the end of World War II in Zhůří and Klatovy on May 5th. Ten American soldiers from the 90th Infantry Division were killed in Zhuri in the last days of the war while liberating the Czechoslovak people and …
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On May 2nd, U.S. Army Attaché Col. John Burbank attended a commemoration ceremony in Tachov of the 71th Anniversary of the end of World War II. He laid a wreath at Tachov’s liberation monument and met with local representatives. Tachov close to the German border was liberated on May 2nd, 1945 by 3the 86th Infantry …
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Marking the 71st anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy Prague hosted the Convoy of Liberty on Friday, April 29. The Convoy is the traditional tour of Bohemia by the military history clubs in authentic, refurbished vehicles from World War II; this tradition began eleven years ago. The convoy is a …
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On April 28, Major Mark White of the Office of Defense Cooperation represented the U.S. Embassy Prague at a commemoration event in Krupka, northern Bohemia, marking the 71st anniversary of the death of 313 concentration camp prisoners who passed away during a death march in April of 1945 near Krupka. Major White also honored on …
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Major Adam Knox represented the U.S. Embassy at the commemoration event that took place near the Konopistě Chateau in the Benešov District on Friday, April 22nd. The event honored nine U.S. Air Force pilots who were shot down during their mission over then Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia and who the Nazi’s subsequently executed without …
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On Saturday, April 23, Defense Attaché Mark A. Wootan visited liberation commemoration events in Cheb and in Pilsen-Křimice. In Cheb, he attended a ceremony dedicated to the memory of U.S. soldiers of the 97. Infantry Division of the U.S. Army who liberated the town. In Křimice, Col. Mark Wootan together with Mayor Vít Mojžíš participated …
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In celebration of Earth Day, U.S. Embassy volunteers, led by Ambassador Andrew Schapiro, participated in the “Clean up the World, Clean up the Czech Republic” project on April 18. About 30 Embassy staff collected garbage of all kinds on a forested slope of Petrin Hill in central Prague. In the end, almost 50 bags were …
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Prague, April 7 – On the occasion of International Roma Day on April 8, U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew Schapiro joined three fellows participating in the Embassy-sponsored Roma Fellowship program, AraArt International Roma Day Events Coordinator David Tiser, and Slovo 21 Roma Fellowship Coordinator Denisa Horvathova in a video reaffirming our commitment to …
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The U.S. Department of Commerce will be leading the education trade mission to Prague, April 18, 2016. The mission will explore opportunities for international student recruitment and partnerships with higher education institutions in the Czech Republic. Almost 800 students from the Czech Republic currently attend U.S. colleges and universities. “I’m excited to introduce representatives from a diverse selection of …
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Prague, March 30 – The U.S. Embassy in Prague will undertake a number of projects and programming activities during the month of April focusing on science, technology, engineering, and the environment (STEM). In cooperation with local partners, the Embassy will present the following events during the month of April. March 30 – June Local NGO TEREZA will open …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague joins the “Short Trousers For Václav Havel” initiative to honor his legacy on December 18, 2015. “Short Trousers For Václav Havel” initiative marks the anniversary of the death of Václav Havel (December 18, 2011), the country’s first post-communist president, by rolling their pants up to remember Václav Havel’s first inauguration to the presidency in December 1989, when …
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The American Center hosted the the Romano Suno (Romani Dream) contest award ceremony on December 10th. The literary and art contest has been organized by the NGO Nová škola (New School) since 1997 to motivate Roma children and teenagers to express their experience of the world around them in their native language, which is rarely …
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On the occasion of the anniversary of International Human Rights Day (December 10), U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew H. Schapiro presented on December 9 the Alice Garrigue Masaryk Award to Marie Gottfriedová, Director of the elementary school in Trmice, for successfully implementing and advocating for inclusive education in the Czech Republic. “As the …
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The U.S. Embassy conducted a Thanksgiving Pecan Pie Cooking contest on November 24th at the American Center. Nineteen bakers participated in the contest, competing for the “Best Pie” and “Most Creative Pie” awards. Diana-Company provided 300 grams of pecans free of charge to each contest participant. Seven judges, including famous Czech Chef Ondřej Slanina, tasted …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro opened the Global Entrepreneurship Summit, the major event of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2015, organized in the Czech Republic by the European Leadership and Academic Institute (ELAI) on November 19. The Summit is titled “From Survivors to Winners,” and is focused on entrepreneurs, startups, policy experts, and others. One of the things that …
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Prague, November 17, 2015 Today, we remember the men and women who rose up 26 years ago peacefully to demand their freedom during the Velvet Revolution. United by their common desire for liberty, they joined thousands across Central and Eastern Europe who yearned for a better life for themselves and for their children. The American …
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Deputy Chief of Mission Steven Kashkett participated on October 7th at a ceremony to transfer custody of the Woodrow Wilson Monument to the City of Prague. At the ceremony organized by the American Friends of the Czech Republic (AFoCR), Lord Mayor Adriana Krnáčová accepted the monument on behalf of the City. Deputy Chief of Mission …
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In Cesky Krumlov, Americans and Czechs commemorated an American football match played in the town at the end of World War II. In September 1945, two U.S. Army units played; last Saturday, Czech national champions – the Prague Black Panthers – fought with the team of the U.S. Army Dragoons on the playing field. Several …
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On September 24, 2015 the U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew Schapiro hosted a reception for the Alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in the Czech Republic. In his remarks, Ambassador said he was excited to meet Czechs from so many diverse professional fields and said that he was impressed with the …
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The Agricultural Office of the U.S. Embassy held along with Makro Cash and Carry the “Taste of America”, a promotion of U.S. high value products (beef, scallops, barbecue sauces, wine, bourbon, and dried fruit and nuts) “ at a newly opened MAKRO Academy in Prague 5 – Stodulky on September 21, 2015. The U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro opened the …
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On Saturday September 19, Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited the NATO and Czech Air Force Days in Ostrava. This year’s NATO Days drew a record crowd of fans in one day and over 220,000 people during the whole weekend. One of its major attractions was the U.S. B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber. This military show, which is …
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On September 14, U.S. Embassy Cultural Attaché Erin Kotheimer and Vice Rector of University of West Bohemia Ladislav Čepička renewed the Memorandum of Understanding to continue cooperation to maintain the U.S. Point at the University. The U.S. Point opened in 2013 and offers printed and electronic resources, English language programs and educational advising to students, as well as …
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The Manhattan Rescuers Memorial competition held annually in Liberec honors the first responders who lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York in 2001. On Saturday, September 12, forty two-member teams of Czech firefighters, policemen and paramedic rescuers participated in the competition, which included a climb to the top of the building …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited Jihlava on September 2, 2015. The program included a discussion with Mayor Rudolf Chloupek and his deputies at the historical Town Hall, a tour of the famous Jihlava Underground, and a working lunch with regional leaders. Ambassador Schapiro also met with groups of young people and their parents at ERKO club, …
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On Saturday, August 22, Press Attaché Daniel Ernst discussed transatlantic relations in the 21st century with students from the Summer School of Journalism in Havlickuv Brod, Vysocina Region. Mr. Ernst discussed current opportunities and challenges in U.S. – European transatlantic ties, as well as U.S.-Czech bilateral relations and current events around the world. The Summer …
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On Sunday, August 23rd, Moravian Roma community members, including several Roma holocaust survivors, gathered at a memorial at Hodonín u Kunštátu to commemorate Roma who died at the Nazi internment camp in 1942 and 1943. Romani men, women, and children suffered inhumane conditions in the camp while waiting to be transported to Auschwitz. Only a …
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For the fifth year in a row, the U.S. Embassy in Prague was proud to support Prague Pride. The Festival encourages the integration of the LGBT community into broader society while also combatting prejudices against minorities. On August 15, members of the U.S. Embassy community joined thousands in the annual Prague Pride Parade. The parade …
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On the occasion of the U.S. Independence Day celebrations (July 4), the U.S. Embassy in Prague adopted the Bald Eagle at the Prague Zoo . Since 1782, the eagle has been a symbol of the American nation. Often it is seen carrying an olive branch and arrows in its talons, as on the U.S. national seal. The …
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On Tuesday, June 30, Ambassador Andrew H. Schapiro and his wife Tamar Newberger hosted a reception marking America’s Independence Day on July 4. Among the distinguished guests were the presidents of both parliamentary chambers, Milan Stech and Jan Hamacek, Chief Foreign Affairs Advisor to the President Hynek Kmonicek, ministers, diplomats, and many others. “Americans and …
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The U.S. Embassy Prague participated in the 240 MILES TO FREEDOM ride of U.S. historical military vehicles, which commemorates the Demarcation Line — the border that delineated how far east the Allied forces and how far west the Soviet forces went during the liberation of Czechoslovakia from Nazi occupation. On June 24, Major Adam Knox, …
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On June 18, Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland visited Prague, met with senior Czech officials and civil society representatives, and led the U.S. side in the U.S.-Czech Strategic Dialogue, an annual meeting to discuss a broad range of bilateral and regional issues, including NATO issues, the situation with Russia, support of the Ukraine, TTIP, …
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As we do every year, the U.S. Embassy participated in the annual commemoration of one of the most brutal incidents of World War II: the Nazi annihilation of the Czech village of Lidice and the summary execution of most of its inhabitants in collective retaliation for the assassination of the senior German officer in Prague …
Read More» On June 8, Commercial Counselor Helen Peterson opened the Central and Eastern European Conference on e-health “Better Care, Connected Care!” in Prague. The conference was organized by U.S. company InterSystems. Key speakers from the United States included Paul Grabscheid, Intersystems Vice President for Strategic Planning; John P. Hoyt, HIMSS Analytics Vice President; and Harold Wolf …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited Czech forces in Afghanistan together with Chief of General Staff Josef Becvar on June 2nd. The Czech military has started using the ScanEagle drones donated by the U.S. The ten drones, worth about CZK 200 million, have been deployed for the surveillance and protection of allied forces at the Bagram …
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On Wednesday, May 13, U.S. Ambassador Andrew H. Schapiro attended the annual commemoration ceremony for the Romani victims of Nazism at the Lety Memorial. The gathering is traditionally organized by the Committee for the Redress of the Roma Holocaust in the Czech Republic (VPORH), which brings together former prisoners of Nazi concentration camps who are …
Read More» Rob Downey, President of U.S. company Annamaet Petfoods and author of numerous articles on improving the nutritional health and well-being of dog and cat companions, was the featured speaker at the Samohyl seminar on Pet Nutrition on May 13 in Prague. In his presentation, Mr. Downey presented information on the latest trends in pet food …
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The commemorative event at the Thank You America! Memorial was the peak of the Liberation Festival in Pilsen that started last Friday, May 1. Twenty-one American and Belgian veterans joined the local commemorative event marking the liberation of this region of the Czech Republic from Nazi oppression 70 years ago. U.S. Ambassador to the Czech …
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On Saturday, May 2nd, Deputy Chief of Mission Steve Kashkett opened the concert of the U.S. Army Europe Dixieland band “Rhine River Ramblers,” held in Pilsen’s main square as part of the annual Liberation Festival. The Festival, marking the U.S. Army’s liberation of Pilsen and the surrounding villages from Nazi occupation, is attended annually by …
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To mark the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II, the U.S. Embassy in Prague hosted the Convoy of Liberty on Friday, April 24. The Embassy employees welcomed the Convoy dressed in historical costumes from the 1940’s, enhancing the festive atmosphere of the commemorative event. See the pictures on Flickr . A convoy of thirty historical vehicles, which …
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Almost thirty Czech importers and distributors attended the Commercial Service Prague presentation on the U.S. Pet and Veterinary Import Market at the FOR PETS Prague trade fair on April 9, 2015. The presentation included an update on current trends in the U.S. pet and veterinary sectors, information on the U.S. Commercial Service products and services …
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On April 22, Ambassador Andrew Schapiro celebrated International Earth Day with a group of children at Hostetin, a model eco village at the foot of the White Carpathian Mountains in the Zlín Region. The Ambassador saw the first passive house built in the CR, a biomass heating plant, a cider house and many other local …
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A dozen U.S. Embassy Prague cyclists spent April 22 retracing the route that General Patton’s Third Army Division took when liberating the region seventy years ago. The group visited the towns of Domazlice, Horsovsky Tyn, Holysov and Dobrany, and finished their ride at the “Thank You, America” monument in Plzen. American Center Director Nick von …
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To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the liberation of then Czechoslovakia at the end of World War II, U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited the town of Benešov and the Konopiště chateau on April 17. The Ambassador participated in commemoration ceremonies honoring the U.S. flyers who lost their lives near the Konopiště chateau close to Benešov …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited the South Moravian capital Brno on April 14. He began his visit by opening the renovated American Space called “InfoUSA” at the Moravian Land Library. The event marked the 10th anniversary of the space that currently contains more than 1500 books, magazines and a multimedia collection. “A principal objective of the …
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The Embassy Science Fellow Program has been active in the Czech Republic for years. At least once a year, the U.S. Embassy Prague brings an American scientist to the Czech Republic for six weeks to meet the science and technology community, consult with academia, visit labs, speak to students and build up a network of …
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The Czech Republic 53rd Electronic Warfare and Reconnaissance Regiment hosted Soldiers from across the Czech Republic at their Headquarters in Opava from April 1-2 to discuss Collection Management. Two U.S. Army Soldiers from the 66th M.I. Brigade stationed in Germany discussed multiple topics as they related to collection management and the multiple ways to use …
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CS Prague presented to an audience of almost forty Czech importers and distributors at the World of Beauty and Spa Prague on March 13, 2015. The presentation provided an update on current trends in the U.S. cosmetics and beauty market, information on the U.S. Commercial Service services and on U.S. trade fairs in the sector. …
Read More» To mark International Roma Day, the United States Embassy in Prague is proud to announce a special grant competition to support Roma inclusion in the Czech Republic. The goal of this call for proposals is to elicit projects with outstanding merit that support the U.S. Government’s goals of promoting education, activism, citizenship and inclusion. Preference …
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Skechers USA, Inc., one of the global leaders in the lifestyle and performance footwear industry, opened its first store in the Czech Republic on April 8. The store is located in the Flora Shopping Mall in Prague’s Vinohrady district, with more stores planned around the Czech Republic. The company offers two distinct footwear categories: a …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague deeply appreciates the support to the “Dragoon Ride” convoy that Czechs have expresssed on social media and in organizing welcoming events on the convoy’s route. We are thankful for this support! Further information about the convoy will be published once it is available. You will also find it on the …
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The Scientific Library of the Plzen Region, the U.S. Embassy, and the U.S. Point at University of West Bohemia co-organized a literary evening on March 24, exploring the contemporary trends in American Literature as perceived both in the U.S., and the Czech Republic. Richard Olehla, American Studies expert, university teacher and journalist, examined the main …
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On 17-19 March the Czech CIS (Communications and Information Systems Agency) and members of the Nebraska and Texas Air and Army National Guard conducted a Cyber Defense Exchange at the Hotel DAP. This exchange was a part of the State Partnership Program which has been going on in the Czech Republic since 1993. The Czechs …
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The Embassy’s Agriculture Section and the Wine Institute of California brought together 34 American companies presenting 500 wine labels of Californian wine at a unique wine tasting event held on March 18 at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence. “You are standing in the middle of the largest collection of Californian wine in Europe right now,” said …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro and his wife Tamar Newberger hosted the first dinner ever at the residence for women leaders in science and technology on March 16 in honor of Women’s History Month. During the dinner they discussed how to attract more women to the STEM fields (Science-technology-engineering-mathematics); work life balance; and the importance of education. …
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The Czech Military Police and the U.S. European Command spent the week of March 9-13 during a tactical Biometrics terminal familiarization. The Czech MPs are in the process of using the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program to procure tactical Biometric terminals. The familiarization this week included hands on education of the terminals and how to …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro, British Ambassador Jan Thompson, and Norwegian Ambassador Siri Ellen Sletner visited the town of Trmice on the outskirts of Usti nad Labem, the capital of North Bohemia on March 4, to learn more about inclusive education programs of Roma and non-Roma students. They were impressed by the level of social inclusion …
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On Friday, February 27, the U.S. Army Europe Band and Chorus, based in Germany, performed in the concert hall Peklo in Pilsen. During their program “Sounds of America”, they introduced a selection of the best of American music for large orchestras. The band performed Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin with a piano solo by …
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On February 26, Ambassador Schapiro continued his regional tour of the Czech Republic, stopping in Ústí nad Labem. He was welcomed by the new political representation at the town hall –Lord Mayor Josef Zikmund and deputies Jana Bohuňková, Martin Hausenblas, and Martin Mata. Ambassador Schapiro delivered a donation of ten Kindle e-book readers to the …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro and his wife Tamar Newberger visited Central and North Moravia on February 24 and 25. They started their tour in Olomouc, where they met with Palacky University Rector Jaroslav Miller and debated with university students life and politics in the U.S. and the Czech Republic; after that they visited Olomouc Mayor Antonin …
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On February 17, American soprano Nicole Taylor performed at the Church of Saint Lawrence in Malá Strana in Prague on the occasion of her European tour celebrating African-American History Month. Her performance with piano accompaniment by Daniel Ernst, Press Attache of the U.S. Embassy, continues a musical tradition begun five years ago, when Nicole first …
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On February 12, the American Center hosted a panel discussion on the 25th anniversary of the first visit of President Havel in the U.S. The event was opened by Ambassador Andrew Schapiro who reminded in his opening remarks the great response that President Havel’s speech had in the U.S. Congress and the U.S. media. Marta Smolíková, Director of …
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The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce a special opportunity for emerging civil society leaders to participate in a 6- to 18-month professional fellowship in the United States. All Fellows will be placed at a leading social change organization in the United States. Individuals in the nonprofit/NGO sectors with 2 to 10 years …
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Ambassasor Andrew Schapiro congratulated Norma Bean Comrada, U.S. translator and promoter of popular Czech writer Karel Čapek, on the Karel Čapek Medal for Lifetime Achievement which she received on January 31 in Prague from the Čapek Brothers Society. Ms. Comrada is a devoted researcher of Karel Čapek’s work and life. For Catbird Press she translated …
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Ambassador Andrew H. Schapiro opened the lecture “Drug Discovery Goes Back to School” given by Barbara S. Slusher, PhD, MAS, who is Professor of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience, and Director, Brain Science Institute Drug Discovery Program, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The lecture took place on February 5 at the American Center. Deputy Minister of …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro and Deputy Chief Mission Steve Kashkett paid a courtesy call on Cardinal Dominik Duka, the Archbishop of Prague, on February 3, and had a wide-ranging discussion of issues surrounding church and state in the Czech Republic as well as attitudes among the Czech people towards religious and ethnic minorities. After the meeting, …
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U.S. Embassy Prague’s American Center hosted a discussion looking in detail at the content of President Obama’s 2015 State of the Union Speech. The panel of experts included Kryštof Kozák of the Department of American Studies FSV UK, Jiří Schneider of Prague Security Studies Institute, journalist Kateřina Šafaříková of Lidové noviny and Alexandr Vondra of …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Prague has begun using an online auction system to conduct property sales. The online auction will be open to the public and only items that are functioning or repairable will be sold (office and residential furniture, equipment, appliances, etc.). Appliances and IT equipment with unknown problems or that are irreparable, will …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro and his wife Tamar Newberger participated on January 26 in a volunteer activity at a social-therapy workshop organized by Gawain in Prague’s Letná area. Together, with employees of the Embassy and other workshop attendees, they handcrafted a woolen tapestry.
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Ambassador Andrew H. Schapiro participated in the day-long festivities in Pilsen, Czech Republic on Saturday, January 17th as the city celebrated the opening of their year as the European Capital of Culture for 2015. American Cultural Attaché Sherry Keneson-Hall joined Ambassador Schapiro and 16 other Ambassadors, Senior Czech government officials, and thousands of visitors for …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited Hradec Kralove, the capital of East Bohemia, on January 14. He started his trip at the ZVU POTEZ Company, a large local employer that exports a significant portion of its chemical technology and equipment products to the U.S. The Ambassador then continued to Bozena Nemcova Gymnasium to discuss with students …
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On December 16, 2014 community members from the U.S. Embassy distributed holiday gifts at the Litoměřice Children’s Home outside of Prague. Since 1958 the Children’s Home has provided care for orphans and children whose families cannot care for them. For the past several years the U.S. Embassy has worked with the home’s staff to determine …
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American Center hosted the Award Ceremony of the 17th Romano Suno (Romani Dream) Contest on December 11th, 2014. The literary and art contest is organized by the NGO Nová škola (New School) and one of its main aims is to motivate Roma kids and teenagers to express themselves, their experience of the world around them …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro was one of the presenters of the Roma Spirit Awards, an annual ceremony held yesterday on International Human Rights Day. The awards recognizing efforts to improve the situation of Czech Roma were given to the Slovo 21 group; the municipality of Zlutice; Romany studies scholar Eva Davidova; charity worker Pavlina Huzevkova; and …
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December 9 marks the UN’s World Anti-Corruption Day, a day for raising awareness of corruption and highlighting the role of the UN’s Convention against Corruption. Corruption is a global challenge that reduces our prosperity by 5% of global GDP every year ($2.6 trillion – World Economic Forum). Corruption also undermines the stability of societies, and …
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On the occasion of the anniversary of International Human Rights Day (December 10), U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew H. Schapiro presented on December 8 the Alice Garrigue Masaryk Award to Klára Kalibová, Director and founder of In IUSTITIA, for providing legal assistance to individuals exposed to hate violence. “Klara facilitates these victims’ access …
Read More» The Vision of Prague Endures The Prague Agenda 2014 Czernin Palace Ministry of Foreign Affairs Prague, Czech Republic December 4, 2014 9:45am As Delivered Good Morning and thank you, Petr, for that introduction. Thank you to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Institute for International Relations Prague and other partners for hosting this conference and …
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3M Czech Republic and the Embassy’s Commercial Service organized a “Smart Cities” seminar followed by a networking reception at the Residence of the U.S. Ambassador on December 2, 2014. 3M presented a wide variety of technical solutions for the public sector, including electronic monitoring and tolls systems, and personal communicators. U.S. Ambassador Andrew H. Shapiro, …
Read More» For the next two weeks, diplomats from 195 countries are gathering for the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Lima, Peru, in order to draft a new agreement stop the global rise of planet-warming greenhouse gases. U.S. State Department opened the U.S. Center in Lima, where outreach program by multiple U.S. government agencies, academic institutions, …
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Vice President Joe Biden met on November 18, 2014 with Czech Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka to discuss bilateral relations, the crisis in Ukraine, and European energy security. The Vice President expressed appreciation for the Czech Republic’s contributions to international security in Afghanistan and Iraq, and discussed the importance of strengthening the NATO Alliance to respond …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson November 13, 2014 Twenty-five years ago, the people of Czechoslovakia rose up to peacefully demand their freedom during the Velvet Revolution. Those students, artists, and union workers led by Vaclav Havel helped usher in the historic wave of freedom that swept across Central and Eastern Europe liberating …
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Framchise Day 2014 introduced six U.S. franchise brands that are interested in entering the Czech market through a master license: Denny’s Ranked #1 in family dining by Entrepreneur Magazine Ranked #8 of all USA franchises by Entrepreneur magazine ~2,000 restaurants open in 15 countries Average annual single international restaurant revenue is US$2,200,000 Breakfast, lunch, dinner …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro together with Industry Minister Jan Mladek visited the Temelin nuclear power plant on November 8. The Ambassador assessed the U.S.-Czech cooperation in this field: “Temelin plays an important role in energy security for both the Czech Republic and Central Europe. Czechs have become leaders in the safe use of civilian nuclear technology …
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Commercial Service Prague worked with FedEx Healthcare to launch a sixth joint seminar on healthcare on November 7, 2014. The seminar focused on current trends in Czech and U.S. healthcare. Presenters included Deputy Minister of Health Josef Vymazal, Director of Jihlava Hospital Lukas Velev, FedEx Healthcare Global Sales Manager Toby Hay, and Matej Lejsal, Director …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson October 31, 2014 Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Richard Stengel will travel to Prague, November 3–5. The Under Secretary will speak at the opening of TechCamp Prague, tour the headquarters of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), and meet with media executives and …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro visited the Plzensky Region on November 3 in what was his second official trip outside of Prague. The city of Plzen is often regarded as the most pro-American city in the Czech Republic because it was liberated by General Patton’s Army at the end of World War II, an event commemorated every year in …
Read More» ECA and IREX are happy to announce that the 2015 application for the Community Solutions Program officially opened on September 19, 2014! This is the fifth year of the Community Solutions Program, a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders working in Environmental Issues, Tolerance and Conflict Resolution, Transparency and Accountability, …
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Institute of Physics of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic has awarded contract for development and delivery of top-class 10-PW laser system to a US-European consortium led by National Energetics (USA), in partnership with EKSPLA (Lithuania), and with major subcontractors being Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (USA) and Schott (Germany-USA). Signing ceremony was held …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro went for his first official trip outside of Prague to Brno on October 7 and 8. He loved the “wonderful combination of the old and new, the beautiful historic buildings as well as the vibrant tech sector, and lively universities.” The visit to the Museum of Roma Culture and discussions with the …
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Ambassador Andrew Schapiro hosted the first alumni meeting of the Academy of Patient Organizations (APO) at his Residence in Prague on October 2, 2014. Organized by the U.S. Embassy’s Commercial Service and the Association of Innovative Pharmaceutical Industry (AIFP), the event was attended by over fifty alumni of the Academy of Patient Organizations, Deputy Minister …
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Juicy steaks, great burgers, fresh salads, cocktails and gourmet phenomenal items on the menu from TGI Friday’s are now in our branch Na Příkopě served in a completely new, attractive environment. The newly refurbished restaurant reigns timeless American style and the restaurants is decorated by the most famous symbols of the USA. The new design …
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro hosted on October 1st an award ceremony for the Via Bona Awards for Philanthropy at his residence in Bubeneč. The Via Bona Award is a prestigious award that goes to both individuals and corporations in acknowledgement of their charitable efforts in the Czech Republic. It annually highlights inspiring examples of donating, …
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On September 29 the new U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew Schapiro hosted a reception for the Alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in the Czech Republic. It was Ambassador’s first meeting with the Czech Alumni community. Before the reception, the Ambassador met with the Board Members of the Czech IVLP Alumni …
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DynEd, the leader in Computer-Assisted English Language Learning, whose courseware has been successfully used by tens of millions of both young and adult students all over the world, has celebrated its fourth anniversary of operating in the Czech Republic. On September 23, 2014 at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence, Mr. Lance Knowles, President and cofounder of …
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A group of children from the Pruhonice Pre-school joined us for the fruit and vegetable garden harvest on September 9, 2014. While enjoying the hands-on experience, children had a chance to learn the names of various fruits and vegetables and some basic details about planting and harvesting techniques. After they were done harvesting, the children had an …
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The Board TAB, an exclusive membership organization that helps business owners to achieve greater profitability, productivity and self-fulfilment, officially entered the Czech market today. The first boards are currently active in Prague, but the company is expanding to other regions. Šimon Mastný is the new CEO for the Czech Republic. The official announcement concerning the …
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POMPANO BEACH, Florida – A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI) will soon be knocking on the doors of many more homeowners seeking its services throughout Europe. The Pompano Beach-based franchisor, recognized as the world’s most professional home inspection company, announced today that it has signed an agreement to launch an aggressive European expansion strategy that …
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Cultural Attaché Sherry Keneson-Hall represented the U.S. Embassy at events in the Zlin Region on August 30, commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the air battle over White Carpathian Mountains, during which 10 American planes were downed and 41 U.S. airmen lost their lives. This battle belongs to the most important WWII events in the region. …
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American restaurants Bejzment, James Dean Prague, Joe’s American Grill, New York Burger , Texas Steak House, TGI Friday, and U nezbedného bakaláře will present themselves at Burgerfest 2014. On September 5 – 7, 2014, the third annual Prague Burgerfest will return with a bigger location, new attractions and activities and even more burger vendors. Following …
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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Steve Kashkett and Czech Deputy Minister of Finance Mrs. Simona Hornochová signed an intergovernmental agreement to implement the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) to promote transparency between the two nations on tax matters. This reciprocal agreement underscores the growing international cooperation to end tax evasion everywhere.
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For the fourth year in a row, the U.S. Embassy in Prague was a supporter of Prague Pride, which took place the week of August 11-17. The theme of this year’s Pride was “East Meets West.” The goal was to give people from countries less open to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community …
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Ambassador Norman Eisen hosted the traditional Independence Day reception at the Ambassador’s residence in Prague on July 2, where he welcomed hundreds of respected guests from all walks of life. “Our nations’ great friendship is clearly evident in our work with you bilaterally and multilaterally on the security of Europe and the world,” said the …
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Discussions at local schools and meeting regional media outlets were the main items on the agenda of U.S. Embassy Prague Press Attaché Daniel Ernst’s visit to East Bohemia on June 25—26. Against the backdrop of students’ musical performances at the Pardubice Conservatory, Mr. Ernst shared his experience with pursuing a musical career as well as …
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You can order your favorite Burger King product from the first Burger King Drive-Thru which was opened on June 23 in Prague 4, Michelská Street 3. You can also enjoy coffee and cakes at the Burger King Café, the only one in the Czech Republic. The Burger King Drive-Thru will be open around the clock …
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Prominent U.S. historian Deborah Lipstadt visited the Czech Republic on June 13—19 to conduct lectures and debates with Czech academics, students and members of the Czech Jewish community. Dr. Lipstadt, who wrote the books “Denying the Holocaust” and “The Eichmann Trial”, participated in a commemoration event at the Terezin concentration camp and spoke at the …
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The Alternative Board (TAB Board) is an exclusive, membership-based organization that helps business owners achieve more profitability and productivity. The concept of TAB Board is based on an unmatched combination of advisory boards, individual coaching and the use of proprietary tools, and resources that connect business owners to thousands of their colleagues around the world. …
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Chargé d’Affaires Steve Kashkett threw the first pitch at the start of Prague Baseball Week. The Czech National Team played a group of international stars from around Europe and the United States. Congratulations to the Czech team for scoring 6 runs in the 7th and 8th innings to secure victory in the opening game of …
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Discussions at local high schools and visits to U.S. enterprises were the main items on the agenda of U.S. Embassy Prague Press Attaché Daniel Ernst’s visit to South Bohemia on June 2-3. In Prachatice and in Ceske Budejovice, he discussed with students of local high schools the life of a U.S. diplomat in the Czech …
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Over 100 people gathered at the Lichtenstein Palace in Prague on June 2, to participate in a conference focusing on sharing best practices to integrate minorities. Ministers, mayors, civil servants, activists from the Czech Republic and Slovakia, and foreign diplomats met to share their experiences to bring communities together. Chargé d’Affaires of the United States …
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Czech buyers, representatives of hotels, restaurants and media had a great opportunity to tantalize their taste-buds with U.S. high quality beef, fish and seafood, sweet potatoes, cranberries, nuts and desserts, wine, beer, chips and dips. On Thursday, May 22, the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Embassy and co-sponsors hosted “Taste of America” event in …
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On May 20th, the U.S. Embassy in Prague, in cooperation with the American company Edge Systems and its Czech representative Datura, organized a seminar featuring the HydraFacial system. This equipment provides a therapy that combines cleansing exfoliation, chemical peal, extractions, and fusions of antioxidants and Hyaluronic acid. The seminar took place at the residence of …
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The U.S. Embassy is proud to fly the rainbow flag from our glorietta this weekend in honor of the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia! We stand with all of you against discrimination, and continue to work for equal treatment for all. The International Day Against Homophobia, held on May 17 every year, was initiated …
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Ambassador Norman Eisen joined Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka, Human Rights Minister Jiri Dienstbier, Minister of Culture Daniel Herman, ambassadors, other officials, and Roma and Sinti representatives at the commemoration ceremony in Lety u Pisku. They joined several dozen visitors to pay tribute to the Roma and Sinti victims held at the concentration camp during the …
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The Europa House Gallery in Pilsen is featuring a photography exhibition by Michael Borek, a photographer and interpreter based in Washington, D.C. who is originally from Prague. The Pilsen exhibition introduces works from his projects Wide Asleep/Half Awake, Urbania, Scranton Lace, and What Would Sudek Do? which were shown at the American Center in Prague …
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On May 6, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Steven Kashkett participated in events commemorating the U.S. Third Army’s liberation of Pilsen at the end of the World War Two. Twelve American veterans and their families traveled to the western Bohemia capital to join Belgian comrades and local citizens in honoring the men and women …
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American journalist and author Nicholas Kralev, an expert on U.S. diplomacy and the inner workings of the State Department, visited Prague from April 28-29. During his two-day visit, Kralev met with students of the Foreign Ministry’s Diplomatic Academy, Charles University’s American Studies Department, and the University of Economics. His visit was covered by local media …
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On April 28th and 29th, Chargé d’Affaires Steven Kashkett traveled to Brno on an official visit. While in the Czech Republic’s second largest city he met with Mayor Roman Onderka to discuss cooperation with the city. The trip was divided between Science and Human rights programs. On the science front, he planted a tree in …
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The U.S. Embassy in Prague welcomed today the Convoy of Liberty to its doorstep as part of ongoing commemorations marking the end of World War II. Over two hundred spectators joined the festivities, admiring the convoy of restored military vehicles – driven by a dedicated group of men and women who donned period uniforms that …
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Famous U.S. scientist Lawrence Krauss presented the latest results of astrophysical research at the American Center on April 18. With the Czech scientists he discussed his approach to research and popularization. They also discussed the difference between Hypothesis and Theory.
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