December 9, 2021 Bulgarian journalist Nikolay Staykov from the Anti-Corruption Fund (ACF) was chosen by the U.S. Department of State for an Anticorruption Champion award. The Anticorruption Champion Awards recognize 12 individuals from around the world who have demonstrated leadership, courage, and impact in preventing, exposing, and combating corruption. Deputy Chief of Mission Andrea Brouillette-Rodriguez …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman and U.S Air Force Brigadier General Jessica Meyeraan joined Bulgarian Deputy Defense Minister Zapryanov and Deputy Chief of Defense Vice Admiral Eftimov to deliver remarks at the 20th U.S.-Bulgaria Joint Commission. The U.S. – Bulgaria Joint Commission is the most senior level group established under our 2006 Defense Cooperation …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 November, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Brigadier General Jessica Meyeraan, U.S. – Bulgaria Joint Commission
On the occasion of the 140th anniversary of the Bulgarian navy the USS Porter visits Varna from August 9th through 11th, 2019. Commanding officer of the ship is CDR Craig Trent. The warship also conducts a routine patrol operation to maintain maritime security in the Black Sea region and to improve combined preparedness and naval …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 August, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: DCM, USS Porter
“What we saw today is that we are stronger when we are together” – U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman as he joined Prime Minister Borissov, Defense Minister Karakachanov, and Serbian Defense Minister Aleksandar Vulin at joint military exercises at Shabla firing range. Bulgaria is hosting Shabla 2019 air, missile, and defense joint military …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, Shabla 2019
Minister of Economy Emil Karanikolov AmCham President Olivier Marquette Ladies and gentlemen Good morning, Thank you for your interest in learning how and why the United States is an excellent destination to grow your already successful Bulgarian businesses. One of our embassy’s highest priorities is strengthening the bonds of friendship between the United States and …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, SelectUSA
On April 9th, Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman joined Bulgarian Minister of Economy Emil Karanikolov, AmCham Bulgaria President Olivier Marquette and AmCham Bulgaria members for the opening of the Explore USA conference in Sofia. The one-day forum is gathering high-level U.S. and Bulgarian government officials, regional AmCham members, representatives of the international and local …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, SelectUSA
On March 29th, Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman was a guest at the fifth annual Whiskey, Rum and Wine Fest – a two-day event highlighting imported brands of distilled spirits that are available on the Bulgarian market. At least seven U.S. whiskey brands are part of the event, including Hudson, Wild Turkey, Bulleit, Baker’s, …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 March, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. whiskey
On March 26, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman handed out certificates of appreciation to Dr. Damyan Iliev, Director General of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency, and Mr. Georgi Kostov, Director of the Bulgarian Customs Agency, for their support of the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) in Bulgaria. “We are grateful for your support …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Certificates of appreciation, DLA
Starting his trip to the city of Kardzhali, Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman today visited the Hristo Botev Foreign Language School where he talked with students and faculty about his family and career, U.S. presidential elections, F-16s, his first impressions of Bulgaria, differences between private and public schools in the U.S., and studying in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: DCM, Kardzhali, Visit
U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, together with Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov, inaugurated today the renovated building of the Center for Specialized Educational Assistance in Burgas, Bulgaria. The United States Government invested USD 113,000 in the renovations of the Center for Specialized Educational Assistance, formerly known as Otets Paisiy Auxiliary School. The Center provides …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Burgas Center, renovation
Bulgarians experienced virtual reality this morning thanks to U.S. businesses and Yao Huange – 1 of 11 women driving technology in New York, according to Forbes. “Bulgaria has the opportunity to take advantage of a well-educated population and diverse workforce which can turn this market segment into an advancing economy. The U.S. Embassy will continue …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, Future of Reality technology conference, Yao Huange
U.S. Embassy Sofia Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman participated in the international conference “Fake News of True Trolls,” addressing the issue of disinformation. In his presentation, he noted, “Societies need to build resilience that will enable them to identify and resist disinformation campaigns. We have to learn to recognize when we’re being manipulated with …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: DCM Conference
September 17, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “Children are part of the heart and soul of a community. This kindergarten – now full of laughs, love, and life – will nurture the children carrying the torch of Bulgaria’s future, bringing the light of hope and prosperity to Bulgaria’s tomorrows. It is our sincere hope that this …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 September, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: News, press release
Starting her visit to the city of Kardzhali, Chargé D’Affaires Martina Strong visited the regional museum in town to learn more about the history of the region. Mrs. Strong is in Kardzhali on the occasion of the traditional “Month of America,” organized by the local Friends of America Society. Charge d’Affaires Martina Strong launched the …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 February, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Chargé D’Affaires, DCM, News
The world’s 23,001st Starbucks opened in Sofia! DCM Martina Strong gave remarks and helped cut the ribbon at the grand opening of Bulgaria’s 6th Starbucks.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 August, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Starbucks
Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong delivered opening remarks at today’s Volunteer Day, a joint initiative of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria and BCause Foundation which encourages corporate volunteering in Sofia and other cities around the country. This May’s volunteer theme in Sofia is Museums and Cultural Sites. Support to Bulgaria’s cultural heritage …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: culture
May 5 – Bulgaria’s Spelling Bee finalists visited the U.S. Embassy on Friday afternoon. They met with Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong who congratulated the students on their success and encouraged them to continue to study and do well in school. They also met with other Embassy officers to learn about more about how …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 May, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News | Tags: Spelling Bees. DCM
Two U.S. Air Force F-35 fighters visited Graf Ignatievo AB on Friday, April 28. President Rumen Radev, Defense Minister Stefan Yanev, Chief of Defense Lt. Gen. Andrei Botsev, 3rd Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Richard Clark, and Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong attended the event. “We are grateful to our Bulgarian friends for their …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 April, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, u.s. air force
December 16, 2016 For Immediate Release Nine leading U.S. IT companies presented e-government and cybersecurity solutions to 40 high-level Bulgarian government officials from 22 government agencies at U.S. IT Day, organized by the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Department of Commerce in Bulgaria on December 12-13th, 2016, in Pravets, Bulgaria. The Pravets event was the latest …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 December, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Press Releases | Tags: Cyber Security
The key focus of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2016 #GEW2016 is on youth, women and marginalized groups and opportunities in agro and food sectors, where they can develop their potential as self-starters and innovators. The U.S. Embassy is bringing together young business and agro business entrepreneurs on November 18 at the American Corner as part of …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 November, 2016 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, News
DCM Martina Strong opened the Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration at the Central Military Club in Sofia. This year’s GEW is focused on entrepreneurship, including among women, youth and minority communities. In September, the Trust for Social Achievement (TSA), co-organizer of the event, launched its second program of Business Alternatives (BA), aimed at young adults from …
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, News | Tags: Entrepreneurship, TSA
