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        • Sec State Blinken meets DPM GabrieThe United States and Bulgaria Hold the Second high-level Strategic Dialogue
        • U.S. Department of State SealU.S. and Bulgaria to Collaborate on Combatting Disinformation
        • Cyber Defense Center OpeningU.S. Donates Cyber Defense Center to Bulgaria
        • U.S. Department of State SealSecretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) “The Power and Purpose of American Diplomacy
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        • Amb. Merten Atlantic Club SpeechAmbassador Kenneth Merten Remarks on U.S.- Bulgaria Relations, The Atlantic Club
        • Amb Merten AmCham Welcome RemarksAmbassador Kenneth Merten Welcome Remarks to the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, April 27, 2023
        • Amb Mustafa Awarded with the Order of the Madara HorsemanAmbassador Mustafa was honored to receive the Order of the Madara Horseman from President Radev
        • Amb Mustafa - SWT 2023 LaunchAmbassador Mustafa Presented Summer Work and Travel Participants with Their American Visas
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        • U.S. Department of State SealSecretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) “The Power and Purpose of American Diplomacy
        • Amb. Merten Atlantic Club SpeechAmbassador Kenneth Merten Remarks on U.S.- Bulgaria Relations, The Atlantic Club
        • U.S. Department of State SealSecretary Blinken’s Speech on Russia’s Strategic Failure and Ukraine’s Secure Future
        • Amb Merten AmCham Welcome RemarksAmbassador Kenneth Merten Welcome Remarks to the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, April 27, 2023
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        • Sec State Blinken meets DPM GabrieThe United States and Bulgaria Hold the Second high-level Strategic Dialogue
        • U.S. Department of State SealU.S. and Bulgaria to Collaborate on Combatting Disinformation
        • U.S. Department of State Seal120 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between the United States and Bulgaria
        • Cyber Defense Center OpeningU.S. Donates Cyber Defense Center to Bulgaria
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        • Solicitation AnnouncementSolicitation Announcement – Mobile Telephone Services
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U.S. and Bulgarian governments agree to work together to prevent disinformation.

U.S. and Bulgarian governments agree to work together to prevent disinformation.

“Strategic Competition in the Cognitive Domain” Workshop

“Strategic Competition in the Cognitive Domain” Workshop

Chargé d’Affaires Andrea Brouillette-Rodriguez welcomed participants to the “Strategic Competition in the Cognitive Domain” workshop, held with support from the U.S. National Defense University. We are proud to partner with Rakovski National Defense College and the Bulgarian Diplomatic Institute.

YES Program Say “Yes” to YES!

YES Program Say “Yes” to YES!

From the 1st of August, you can apply again for the 2024-25 YES program.

Amb. Merten delivers speech on bilateral relations hosted by the Atlantic Club of Bulgaria

Amb. Merten delivers speech on bilateral relations hosted by the Atlantic Club of Bulgaria

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Bulgaria

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Bulgaria

  
  • U.S. and Bulgarian governments agree to work together to prevent di...
  • “Strategic Competition in the Cognitive Domain” Workshop
  • YES Program Say “Yes” to YES!
  • Amb. Merten delivers speech on bilateral relations hosted by the At...
  • 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Bulgaria

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Sec State Blinken meets DPM Gabrie

The United States and Bulgaria Hold the Second high-level Strategic Dialogue

26 September, 2023 | News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria, U.S. Secretary of State

September 25, 2023 For Immediate Release U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson MEDIA NOTE Joint Statement on the Strategic Dialogue between the United…

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U.S. and Bulgaria to Collaborate on Combatting Disinformation

26 September, 2023 | News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 The United States and Bulgaria signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today that increases cooperation to…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration in Downtown Sofia

20 September, 2023 | Alert

Event:  On Thursday, September 21, 2023, there is a planned demonstration in downtown Sofia at 11:00 beginning at Aleksander Nevski Cathedral.  The demonstration is planned…

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120 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between the United States and Bulgaria

19 September, 2023 | Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria

September 19, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 120 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between the United States and Bulgaria Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson On September 19, 1903,…

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Alert: Message for U.S. Citizens: Labor Union Demonstration, Road Blockades

19 September, 2023 | Alert

Events:  On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, there will be a labor union demonstration and procession beginning between Oborishte street and the Council of Ministers in downtown…

Cyber Defense Center Opening

U.S. Donates Cyber Defense Center to Bulgaria

15 September, 2023 | Chargé D’Affaires, Embassy, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria

September 14, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Donates Cyber Defense Center to Bulgaria On September 14, 2023, Chargé d’Affaires Andrea Brouillette-Rodriguez was delighted to join…

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Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)...

14 September, 2023 | Europe & Eurasia, News, Policy, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State

SPEECH ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. SEPTEMBER 13, 2023   SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you. Good morning, everyone. AUDIENCE: Good morning. SECRETARY BLINKEN:…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Major Events in Downtown Sofia, August 24, 2023

24 August, 2023 | Alert

Event: The following events will occur today in downtown Sofia: 16:00 – Gathering in the city garden for Ukraine’s Independence Day. There is a procession planned…

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U.S. Advisor to Support Ministry of Defense with F-16 Implementation

24 August, 2023 | Embassy, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria

August 24, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Advisor to Support Ministry of Defense with F-16 Implementation The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the arrival…

Amb. Merten Atlantic Club Speech

Ambassador Kenneth Merten Remarks on U.S.- Bulgaria Relations, The Atlantic Club

28 July, 2023 | Ambassador, Embassy, Speeches, U.S. & Bulgaria

July 27, 2023 Ambassador Kenneth Merten Remarks on U.S.- Bulgaria Relations The Atlantic Club Dr. Passy, Distinguished members of the Diplomatic Corps, distinguished guests of…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration at Office of the Presidency – Wednesday, July 19,...

18 July, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Event: On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, there will be a demonstration at the office of the Presidency in downtown Sofia beginning at or around 1830…

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Demonstration/March in Downtown Sofia – Saturday, July 15, 2023

14 July, 2023 | Alert, News

Event: On Saturday, July 15, 2023, there will be a demonstration beginning at the Ministry of Finance in downtown Sofia at or around 12:00.  Demonstrators will…

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State Department Releases Trafficking in Persons Report 2023

16 June, 2023 | Embassy, Fundamental Freedoms, News, Official Reports, U.S. & Bulgaria

June 16, 2023 Each year, the State Department publishes our Trafficking in Persons Report, which helps us work with our partners around the world to…

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YES Program Say “Yes” to YES! From the 1st of August, you can apply again for the 2024-2025 YES...

14 June, 2023 | Education, Embassy, News

YES Program Say “Yes” to YES! From the 1st of August, you can apply again for the 2024-25 YES program. NEW! for the program year…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Anti-American Protest at National Assembly

9 June, 2023 | Alert

Event: On Saturday, June 10, 2023, a protest characterized in the local press as anti-American, will take place at the National Assembly in downtown Sofia…

Solicitation Announcement

Solicitation Notice – Cafeteria Management Contractor for U.S. Embassy, Sofia

7 June, 2023 | Business, Embassy, Job Opportunities

The U.S. Embassy is looking for a Cafeteria Management Contractor to assume full responsibility for managing our cafeteria. The contractor will provide tasty, convenient, and…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration National Assembly – Tuesday, June 6, 2023

6 June, 2023 | Alert

Event: On Tuesday, June 06, 2023, there will be a demonstration at the National Assembly in downtown Sofia at or around 12:00 p.m.  Bulgarian authorities expect…

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Secretary Blinken’s Speech on Russia’s Strategic Failure and Ukraine’s Secure Future

5 June, 2023 | Europe & Eurasia, News, Policy, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson June 2, 2023 ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE SPEECH HELSINKI CITY HALL HELSINKI, FINLAND   MAYOR…

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