U.S.-Organized Training Workshop on Strategic Communications Concludes at Ministry of Defense
October 20, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On October 20, 2023, head of the U.S. Embassy to Sofia’s Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) LTC David Knox…
Remarks by Ambassador Kenneth Merten at Basel Institute Forum on Strengthening Transparency and Governance...
October 10, 2023 Good morning, everybody! Minister Vassilev, Ambassador, Miss Fenner, Thank you all for inviting me. It is a terrific honor and pleasure for…
Diversity Visa (DV) Program – 2025
October 4, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Diversity Visa (DV) Program – 2025 On September 30, 2023, The Department of State announced the beginning of the…
Ambassador Merten’s Remarks on the 15th Anniversary of America for Bulgaria Foundation
It is great to be here. Thank you for the invitation. I am really honored to have a chance to celebrate this special occasion –…
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds-Bulgaria Program
Ten $5,000 Scholarships are available for high school students in grade 11, showing financial need and demonstrating academic excellence. The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria…
The United States and Bulgaria Hold the Second high-level Strategic Dialogue
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…
U.S. and Bulgaria to Collaborate on Combatting Disinformation
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…
Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration in Downtown Sofia
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…
120 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between the United States and 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,…
Alert: Message for U.S. Citizens: Labor Union Demonstration, Road Blockades
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…
U.S. Donates Cyber Defense Center to 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…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)...
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:…
Message for U.S. Citizens: Major Events in Downtown Sofia, August 24, 2023
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…
U.S. Advisor to Support Ministry of Defense with F-16 Implementation
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…
Ambassador Kenneth Merten Remarks on U.S.- Bulgaria Relations, The Atlantic Club
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…
Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration at Office of the Presidency – Wednesday, July 19,...
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…
Demonstration/March in Downtown Sofia – Saturday, July 15, 2023
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…
State Department Releases Trafficking in Persons Report 2023
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…
