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ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-on-u-s-mauritania-energy-security-dialogue/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Joint Statement on U.S.-Mauritania Energy Security Dialogue</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23178-post-33520" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23178 ubermenu-item-23178-post-33520 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-process-on-how-to-bbtain-u-s-visa-information-and-to-schedule-an-appointment-to-apply-for-a-visa/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Visa" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">New Process on how to Obtain U.S. Visa Information and to Schedule an Appointment to Apply for a Visa</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23178-post-33507" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23178 ubermenu-item-23178-post-33507 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/enhancements-to-the-nonimmigrant-visa-appointment-scheduling-process/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Visa" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Enhancements to the Nonimmigrant Visa Appointment Scheduling Process</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23178-post-33480" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23178 ubermenu-item-23178-post-33480 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcgovern-dole-close-out-workshop/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-350x210.jpg 350w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-768x461.jpg 768w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-200x120.jpg 200w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2.jpg 1352w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-23176" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-23176 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Press Releases</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-23176 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-23179-post-33297" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23179 ubermenu-item-23179-post-33297 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/media-statement-from-the-u-s-embassy-on-the-importance-of-voting-in-the-upcoming-presidential-elections-in-mauritania/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Media Statement from the U.S. Embassy on the Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Presidential Elections in Mauritania</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23179-post-33084" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23179 ubermenu-item-23179-post-33084 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierschts-meeting-with-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-ghazouani/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Kierscht with President Ghazouani" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht’s Meeting with President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23179-post-32964" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23179 ubermenu-item-23179-post-32964 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s-2/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-23179-post-32929" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-23179 ubermenu-item-23179-post-32929 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal2-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-24227" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-24227 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Security & Emergency Messages</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-24227 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-24230-post-33329" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-24230 ubermenu-item-24230-post-33329 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-celebrate-democracy-this-july-4th-by-ensuring-you-are-prepared-to-vote-in-the-2024-u-s-election/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Message for U.S. Citizens: Celebrate Democracy this July 4th by ensuring you are prepared to vote in the 2024 U.S. Election</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-24230-post-33294" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-24230 ubermenu-item-24230-post-33294 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-june-26-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (June 26, 2024)</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-24230-post-33077" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-24230 ubermenu-item-24230-post-33077 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-march-15-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (March 15, 2024)</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-24230-post-32951" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-24230 ubermenu-item-24230-post-32951 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/voting-in-2024-u-s-federal-elections-january-18-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">VOTING IN 2024 U.S. FEDERAL ELECTIONS (January 18, 2024)</span></a></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul></nav>  </nav> </div> </div> </header> <div class="mo-breadcrumbs"> <div class="container"> <header> <h1> News </h1> </header> </div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="breadcrumbs"> <span vocab="http://schema.org/" typeof="BreadcrumbList"> <span property="itemListElement" typeof="ListItem"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/" property="item" typeof="WebPage"> <span property="name"> Home </span> </a> <meta property="position" 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srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Energy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-on-u-s-mauritania-energy-security-dialogue/">Joint Statement on U.S.-Mauritania Energy Security Dialogue</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>November 22, 2024 The governments of the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania held their second Energy Security Dialogue on November 21 to consolidate advances and explore new opportunities for collaboration and partnership in the energy sector. The Mauritanian government outlined its energy sector plans including regulatory improvements to facilitate its …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-on-u-s-mauritania-energy-security-dialogue/" aria-label="Read More Joint Statement on U.S.-Mauritania Energy Security Dialogue" title="Joint Statement on U.S.-Mauritania Energy Security Dialogue">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33520 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-process-on-how-to-bbtain-u-s-visa-information-and-to-schedule-an-appointment-to-apply-for-a-visa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Visa" decoding="async" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Visa" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-process-on-how-to-bbtain-u-s-visa-information-and-to-schedule-an-appointment-to-apply-for-a-visa/">New Process on how to Obtain U.S. Visa Information and to Schedule an Appointment to Apply for a Visa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Embassy of the United States of America in Mauritania is transitioning to a new and improved visa appointment system. The new process is easier and more convenient. Through the new services, applicants will be able to obtain visa information, pay the visa fee and schedule a Nonimmigrant visa appointment by visiting the Web site …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-process-on-how-to-bbtain-u-s-visa-information-and-to-schedule-an-appointment-to-apply-for-a-visa/" aria-label="Read More New Process on how to Obtain U.S. Visa Information and to Schedule an Appointment to Apply for a Visa" title="New Process on how to Obtain U.S. Visa Information and to Schedule an Appointment to Apply for a Visa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33507 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/enhancements-to-the-nonimmigrant-visa-appointment-scheduling-process/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Visa" decoding="async" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Visa" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/enhancements-to-the-nonimmigrant-visa-appointment-scheduling-process/">Enhancements to the Nonimmigrant Visa Appointment Scheduling Process</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania will be transitioning to a new and improved visa appointment system on November 8, 2024. Through the new services, applicants will be able to obtain visa information, pay the visa fee and schedule a Nonimmigrant visa appointment. Visa applicants who plan to apply close to or after November 8, 2024 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/enhancements-to-the-nonimmigrant-visa-appointment-scheduling-process/" aria-label="Read More Enhancements to the Nonimmigrant Visa Appointment Scheduling Process" title="Enhancements to the Nonimmigrant Visa Appointment Scheduling Process">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 October, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33480 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcgovern-dole-close-out-workshop/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-350x210.jpg 350w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-768x461.jpg 768w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2-200x120.jpg 200w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MC-Govern-Dole-2.jpg 1352w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcgovern-dole-close-out-workshop/">McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. The Secretary General of the Ministry of Education, Ladies and gentlemen, I am honored to attend this close-out workshop for the McGovern-Dole’s International Food for Education and Child Nutrition project known as “The Future is Ours!” I am particularly pleased because we are celebratingthe successful end of the first Mc-Govern-Dole program in Mauritania. This …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcgovern-dole-close-out-workshop/" aria-label="Read More McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop" title="McGovern-Dole Close Out Workshop">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 September, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33421 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-biden-announces-presidential-delegation-to-the-islamic-republic-of-mauritania-to-attend-the-inauguration-of-his-excellency-mohamed-ould-chei/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-biden-announces-presidential-delegation-to-the-islamic-republic-of-mauritania-to-attend-the-inauguration-of-his-excellency-mohamed-ould-chei/">President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani on August 1, 2024 in Nouakchott. The Honorable Alice P. Albright, Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation, will lead the delegation. Members of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-biden-announces-presidential-delegation-to-the-islamic-republic-of-mauritania-to-attend-the-inauguration-of-his-excellency-mohamed-ould-chei/" aria-label="Read More President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania" title="President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 July, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33340 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-elections-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-elections-in-mauritania/">National Elections in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE The United States congratulates Mohamed Ould Ghazouani on his re-election to a second term as President of Mauritania. We commend the commitment and determination displayed by Mauritanians in exercising their right to vote and engaging in the electoral process, continuing Mauritania’s recent history of democratic elections. We …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-elections-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More National Elections in Mauritania" title="National Elections in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33329 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-celebrate-democracy-this-july-4th-by-ensuring-you-are-prepared-to-vote-in-the-2024-u-s-election/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-celebrate-democracy-this-july-4th-by-ensuring-you-are-prepared-to-vote-in-the-2024-u-s-election/">Message for U.S. Citizens: Celebrate Democracy this July 4th by ensuring you are prepared to vote in the 2024 U.S. Election</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>To vote in the November 2024 election, U.S. citizens overseas need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2024. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each calendar year to ensure you can participate in elections as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-celebrate-democracy-this-july-4th-by-ensuring-you-are-prepared-to-vote-in-the-2024-u-s-election/" aria-label="Read More Message for U.S. Citizens: Celebrate Democracy this July 4th by ensuring you are prepared to vote in the 2024 U.S. Election" title="Message for U.S. Citizens: Celebrate Democracy this July 4th by ensuring you are prepared to vote in the 2024 U.S. Election">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 July, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33297 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/media-statement-from-the-u-s-embassy-on-the-importance-of-voting-in-the-upcoming-presidential-elections-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/media-statement-from-the-u-s-embassy-on-the-importance-of-voting-in-the-upcoming-presidential-elections-in-mauritania/">Media Statement from the U.S. Embassy on the Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Presidential Elections in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>June 27, 2024 The United States Embassy in Nouakchott welcomes the upcoming Presidential elections and encourages all eligible Mauritanians to exercise their right to vote. As President Abraham Lincoln famously said in his Gettysburg Address delivered on November 19, 1863, during the American Civil War, “Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/media-statement-from-the-u-s-embassy-on-the-importance-of-voting-in-the-upcoming-presidential-elections-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Media Statement from the U.S. Embassy on the Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Presidential Elections in Mauritania" title="Media Statement from the U.S. Embassy on the Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Presidential Elections in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33294 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-june-26-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-june-26-2024/">Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (June 26, 2024)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: Mauritania will hold presidential elections on June 29, 2024, and the U.S. Embassy would like to take this opportunity to remind American Citizens about the importance of personal security in light of the minor protests after the 2019 presidential election. Actions to Take: Reconsider travel to Mauritania. Exercise additional vigilance throughout the election …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-june-26-2024/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (June 26, 2024)" title="Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (June 26, 2024)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33282 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/opening-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/G5-Library-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Opening Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/G5-Library-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/G5-Library-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/G5-Library-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Opening Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/opening-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/">Opening Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Minister of Defense Hanana, General Abba, Dear Guests of Honor, Members of the Media, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank for you attending today’s ceremony where we celebrate the opening of the new G5 Sahel Defense College Library. On February 14, 2023, just 16 months ago, Minister Hanana and I were honored to participate in the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/opening-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/" aria-label="Read More Opening Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" title="Opening Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33267 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deenka/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Deenka-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Deenka" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Deenka-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Deenka-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Deenka-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Deenka" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deenka/">Launch of Deenka Second Phase</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Madam Deputy Representative of UNICEF, Distinguished Government Representatives Dear Partners in the Child Sector, Community and Traditional Leaders, Dear Young Girls and Boys, Ladies and gentlemen, Today, we gather to commemorate our collaborative efforts aimed at putting an end to the tragic issue of child marriage and to celebrate the continuation and intensification of these …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deenka/" aria-label="Read More Launch of Deenka Second Phase" title="Launch of Deenka Second Phase">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 June, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33233 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-independence-day-speech-may-21-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1719-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Independence Day 2024" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1719-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1719-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1719-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Independence Day 2024" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-independence-day-speech-may-21-2024/">Ambassador Kierscht Independence Day Speech, May 21, 2024</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good evening, and welcome to the 248th American Independence Day celebration, marking the day in 1776 when we became a free and independent nation and started our journey as a democracy! We’re happy to hold our celebration a little early this year so that we can share our beautiful garden before the heat of summer. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-independence-day-speech-may-21-2024/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Independence Day Speech, May 21, 2024" title="Ambassador Kierscht Independence Day Speech, May 21, 2024">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 21 May, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33222 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-re-opening-of-the-american-center/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/American-Ceneter-reopening-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="American Center Re-opening" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/American-Ceneter-reopening-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/American-Ceneter-reopening-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/American-Ceneter-reopening-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="American Center Re-opening" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-re-opening-of-the-american-center/">Ambassador Kierscht Remarks: Re-opening of the American Center</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed alumni, distinguished guests, and dear friends of the American Center, It is with great joy that I welcome you all here today as we reopen the doors of our American Center. This center stands as a beacon of learning and collaboration, and today, it resumes its mission to foster connections and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-re-opening-of-the-american-center/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Remarks: Re-opening of the American Center" title="Ambassador Kierscht Remarks: Re-opening of the American Center">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 May, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33219 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-remarks-reception-with-the-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0883-003-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs 2024" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0883-003-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0883-003-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0883-003-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs 2024" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-remarks-reception-with-the-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs-2024/">Ambassador Remarks: Reception with the Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs 2024</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good afternoon! It’s truly a pleasure to meet with you today. Before you embark on your exchange journey to America and delve into its wonders, I wanted to share a few words with you. First and foremost, congratulations on your selection for some of the most prestigious academic exchange and professional training programs sponsored by …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-remarks-reception-with-the-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs-2024/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Remarks: Reception with the Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs 2024" title="Ambassador Remarks: Reception with the Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs 2024">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 May, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33202 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-at-the-mcgovern-dole-projects-sustainability-workshop/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0855-002-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="McGovern-Dole project’s sustainability workshop" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0855-002-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0855-002-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0855-002-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="McGovern-Dole project’s sustainability workshop" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-at-the-mcgovern-dole-projects-sustainability-workshop/">Ambassador Kierscht Remarks at the McGovern-Dole project’s sustainability workshop</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Minister of Education, Ladies and gentlemen, I am honored to attend this sustainability workshop today. I am particularly pleased because it is an exercise which will inform how to sustain and build on the activities under the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition project known as “The Future is Ours!” And as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-remarks-at-the-mcgovern-dole-projects-sustainability-workshop/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Remarks at the McGovern-Dole project’s sustainability workshop" title="Ambassador Kierscht Remarks at the McGovern-Dole project’s sustainability workshop">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 May, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33185 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-speech-on-the-occasion-of-the-opening-of-a-training-for-mauritanian-journalists-and-bloggers/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Traing-for-the-M-Media-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht speech on the occasion of the opening of a training for Mauritanian journalists and bloggers" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Traing-for-the-M-Media-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Traing-for-the-M-Media-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Traing-for-the-M-Media-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht speech on the occasion of the opening of a training for Mauritanian journalists and bloggers" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-speech-on-the-occasion-of-the-opening-of-a-training-for-mauritanian-journalists-and-bloggers/">Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht speech on the occasion of the opening of a training for Mauritanian journalists and bloggers</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. President of the High Authority for Audiovisual Media (HAPA), Mr. Human Rights Commissioner, Mr. President of the National Commission of Human Rights, Mr. President of the National Independent Electoral Commission (CENI), Distinguished guests, Ladies and gentlemen, It is an honor to stand before you today as we embark on a journey of knowledge and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-speech-on-the-occasion-of-the-opening-of-a-training-for-mauritanian-journalists-and-bloggers/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht speech on the occasion of the opening of a training for Mauritanian journalists and bloggers" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht speech on the occasion of the opening of a training for Mauritanian journalists and bloggers">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 April, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33170 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-remarks-at-the-expandpf-launch/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Cynthia-Kierscht-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht Remarks at the ExpandPF Launch" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Cynthia-Kierscht-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Cynthia-Kierscht-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht Remarks at the ExpandPF Launch" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-remarks-at-the-expandpf-launch/">Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht Remarks at the ExpandPF Launch</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. the Secretary General of the Ministry of Health; Esteemed Government officials and representatives; Madame Africa Regional Director for IPPF; Executive Director, Association Mauritanienne pour la Promotion de la Famille; Representatives of civil society organizations and community leaders; Representatives of UN agencies; U.S. government colleagues and implementing partners; Ladies and gentlemen, I am deeply honored …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-remarks-at-the-expandpf-launch/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht Remarks at the ExpandPF Launch" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht Remarks at the ExpandPF Launch">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 April, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33146 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-delivers-remarks-at-u-s-sponsored-training/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-Delivers-Remarks-at-U.S.-sponsored-training-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht Delivers Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-Delivers-Remarks-at-U.S.-sponsored-training-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-Delivers-Remarks-at-U.S.-sponsored-training-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht Delivers Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-delivers-remarks-at-u-s-sponsored-training/">Ambassador Kierscht Delivers Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training on Competitive Tender Processes for Renewable Energy Power Procurements Good morning! Thank you to DAS Harrington for that kind introduction and welcome to all our participants. I am pleased to be here with you all and open this training on competitive renewable energy tenders funded by the U.S. Department of State …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-delivers-remarks-at-u-s-sponsored-training/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Delivers Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training" title="Ambassador Kierscht Delivers Remarks at U.S.-sponsored training">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 April, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33120 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-quest-to-empower-women-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Image-AMB-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania Cynthia Kierscht with her Mother Dr. Marcia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Image-AMB-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Image-AMB-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Image-AMB-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania Cynthia Kierscht with her Mother Dr. Marcia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-quest-to-empower-women-in-mauritania/">The Quest to Empower Women in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>This March, the United States celebrates Women’s History Month, honoring the progress women have made in their strides to achieve equality, recognizing the continuing challenges faced by girls and young women, and highlighting the need for them to be fully integrated into all aspects of today’s world. This year’s theme, “women who advocate for equity, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-quest-to-empower-women-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More The Quest to Empower Women in Mauritania" title="The Quest to Empower Women in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 March, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33109 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-announces-5-million-in-humanitarian-assistance/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/5-Million-in-Humanitarian-Assistance-to-Refugees-in-Mauritania-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The U.S. Announces $5 million in Humanitarian Assistance" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/5-Million-in-Humanitarian-Assistance-to-Refugees-in-Mauritania-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/5-Million-in-Humanitarian-Assistance-to-Refugees-in-Mauritania-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="The U.S. Announces $5 million in Humanitarian Assistance" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-announces-5-million-in-humanitarian-assistance/">The U.S. Announces $5 million in Humanitarian Assistance</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Speech for U.S Ambassador Kierscht for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Contribution Ceremony March 19th at 10:00 a.m. at UNHCR HQ Madame Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Colleagues from the U.S. Embassy Good morning, I am deeply honored to announce that the United States, through the State Department’s …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-announces-5-million-in-humanitarian-assistance/" aria-label="Read More The U.S. Announces $5 million in Humanitarian Assistance" title="The U.S. Announces $5 million in Humanitarian Assistance">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 March, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33084 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierschts-meeting-with-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-ghazouani/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht with President Ghazouani" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Kierscht-with-President-Ghazouani-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht with President Ghazouani" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierschts-meeting-with-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-ghazouani/">Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht’s Meeting with President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On March 20, Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht held a productive meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani to reinforce the enduring partnership between the United States and Mauritania. This meeting underscored the robust bilateral ties between the two nations. Following Secretary’s Blinken’s March 14 call with the President, Ambassador Kierscht again congratulated President Ghazouani …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierschts-meeting-with-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-ghazouani/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht’s Meeting with President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht’s Meeting with President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 March, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33077 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-march-15-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-march-15-2024/">Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (March 15, 2024)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Throughout Nouakchott Event: Recent routine large gatherings in Nouakchott have turned into disorderly crowds. Large events attract looters, pickpocketing, vandalism, and even assault. U.S. citizens are reminded to avoid these kinds of gatherings. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid areas of demonstrations and to always exercise caution within the vicinity of demonstrations or if caught …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-march-15-2024/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (March 15, 2024)" title="Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (March 15, 2024)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 March, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33025 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/nouakchott-migration-declaration/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/International-Conference-on-Migration-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="International Conference on Migration" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/International-Conference-on-Migration-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/International-Conference-on-Migration-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/International-Conference-on-Migration-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="International Conference on Migration" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/nouakchott-migration-declaration/">Nouakchott Migration Declaration</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>International Conference on Migration Challenges and Potential: Understanding Migration and Building a Promising Future in Mauritania Stay. Strive. Succeed. February 13, 2024 We, the participants of the international conference on irregular migration, convened in Nouakchott under the theme “Challenges and Potential: Understanding Migration and Building a Promising Future in Mauritania,” hereby declare that we are …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/nouakchott-migration-declaration/" aria-label="Read More Nouakchott Migration Declaration" title="Nouakchott Migration Declaration">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 February, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-33012 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-conference-on-migration/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Migration-Conference-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="International Conference on Migration" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Migration-Conference-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Migration-Conference-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Migration-Conference-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="International Conference on Migration" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-conference-on-migration/">International Conference on Migration</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks by Ambassador Kierscht Dear Minister Delegate to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Dear Members of the government, Dear Fellow Ambassadors, Representatives of international organizations, Representatives from the Private Sector, Members of the Diplomatic Community, Representatives from Civil Society, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for joining us at this important conference today. Ladies and Gentlemen, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-conference-on-migration/" aria-label="Read More International Conference on Migration" title="International Conference on Migration">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 February, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32978 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sixth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/6-cohort-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Sixth Cohort Graduates from Health Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/6-cohort-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/6-cohort-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Sixth Cohort Graduates from Health Program" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sixth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/">Sixth Cohort Graduates from a Health Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Minister of Health, Dear Representative of the World Health Organization, Dear Representative of the REDDISE Program, Dear AFENET Resident Advisor, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to be with you today to celebrate the graduation of this sixth cohort of the field epidemiology training program (FETP) in Mauritania. The United States Center for Disease …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sixth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/" aria-label="Read More Sixth Cohort Graduates from a Health Program" title="Sixth Cohort Graduates from a Health Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 February, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32964 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s-2/">Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, January 31, 2024 – The United States concluded another repatriation flight to Mauritania, returning a significant number of Mauritanian nationals without legal authorization to reside and work in the U.S. This marks the third flight in response to a surge of Mauritanians irregularly crossing the U.S. border. Before being removed from the United States, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s-2/" aria-label="Read More Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S." title="Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 February, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32951 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/voting-in-2024-u-s-federal-elections-january-18-2024/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/voting-in-2024-u-s-federal-elections-january-18-2024/">VOTING IN 2024 U.S. FEDERAL ELECTIONS (January 18, 2024)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. federal elections for the House of Representatives and Senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot that is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/voting-in-2024-u-s-federal-elections-january-18-2024/" aria-label="Read More VOTING IN 2024 U.S. FEDERAL ELECTIONS (January 18, 2024)" title="VOTING IN 2024 U.S. FEDERAL ELECTIONS (January 18, 2024)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 January, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32929 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s/">Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, December 13, 2023 – The United States conducted another repatriation flight to Mauritania, Senegal, Guinea, and Angola. The flight included a large number of Mauritanian nationals who lack legal authorization to reside and work in the U.S. The inclusion of numerous Mauritanians on this flight marks the second in an ongoing series of repatriations …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-of-mauritanian-nationals-from-the-u-s/" aria-label="Read More Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S." title="Repatriation of Mauritanian Nationals from the U.S.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 December, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32914 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-4/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-4/">Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (December 11, 2023)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Neighborhood of the U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott Event: In light of current world events, there have been a number of protests across the street from U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, including what may be a larger one today (Monday, December 11, 2023) at 10:00 a.m. So far, these have been non-violent and have respected Mauritanian law. It can …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-4/" aria-label="Read More Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (December 11, 2023)" title="Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (December 11, 2023)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 December, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32897 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-islamic-republic-of-mauritanias-national-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/321347646_1813975282336606_8139759259788895259_n-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Ghazouani with Secretary Blinken" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/321347646_1813975282336606_8139759259788895259_n-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/321347646_1813975282336606_8139759259788895259_n-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/321347646_1813975282336606_8139759259788895259_n-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Ghazouani with Secretary Blinken" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-islamic-republic-of-mauritanias-national-day/">The Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s National Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 28, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America and the American people, I send my best wishes to the government and people of Mauritania as you celebrate 63 years of independence. Mauritania has shown an active commitment to civilian-led, democratic government and is a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-islamic-republic-of-mauritanias-national-day/" aria-label="Read More The Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s National Day" title="The Islamic Republic of Mauritania’s National Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32889 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-november-10-2023/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-november-10-2023/">Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (November 10, 2023)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Neighborhood of the U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott Event: In light of current world events, there have been a number of protests across the street from U.S. Embassy Nouakchott. So far, these have been non-violent and have respected Mauritanian law. It can be expected that these protests will continue at our location and other prominent …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-november-10-2023/" aria-label="Read More Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (November 10, 2023)" title="Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (November 10, 2023)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 November, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32879 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-flight-from-the-u-s-to-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-flight-from-the-u-s-to-mauritania/">Repatriation Flight from the U.S. to Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, November 3, 2023 – In a cooperative effort to enforce immigration laws and discourage irregular migration attempts that pose risks to the safety and well-being of Mauritanians, the United States of America joined forces with the government of Mauritania to repatriate a large number of individuals today who lack legal authorization to remain in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/repatriation-flight-from-the-u-s-to-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Repatriation Flight from the U.S. to Mauritania" title="Repatriation Flight from the U.S. to Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 November, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32867 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usafricom-commander-and-senior-enlisted-leader-travel-to-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usafricom-commander-and-senior-enlisted-leader-travel-to-mauritania/">USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader Travel to Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>STUTTGART, Germany – U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley, commander, U.S. Africa Command, and Sgt. Maj. Michael Woods, the command’s senior enlisted leader, traveled to Mauritania to meet with civilian and military leaders to discuss security cooperation, Oct. 22-24, 2023. Langley and Woods further met with U.S. Embassy and military personnel and took part in a cultural event …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usafricom-commander-and-senior-enlisted-leader-travel-to-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader Travel to Mauritania" title="USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader Travel to Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32845 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-general-michael-langley-commander-africom-following-his-meeting-with-his-excellency-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-el-ghazouani/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AFRICOM-Presidency-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Statement by General Michael Langley, Commander AFRICOM following his Meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AFRICOM-Presidency-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AFRICOM-Presidency-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Statement by General Michael Langley, Commander AFRICOM following his Meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-general-michael-langley-commander-africom-following-his-meeting-with-his-excellency-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-el-ghazouani/">Statement by General Michael Langley, Commander AFRICOM following his Meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good Afternoon. I am honored to be here on my first visit to Mauritania. I want to express my thanks to President Ghazouani for the warm reception and hospitality that my team and I received. My visit to Mauritania reinforces President Biden’s dedication to strengthening our ties with African partners. The United States applauds Mauritania’s long-standing …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-general-michael-langley-commander-africom-following-his-meeting-with-his-excellency-president-mohamed-ould-cheikh-el-ghazouani/" aria-label="Read More Statement by General Michael Langley, Commander AFRICOM following his Meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani" title="Statement by General Michael Langley, Commander AFRICOM following his Meeting with His Excellency President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32834 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-october-20-2023/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-october-20-2023/">U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (October 20, 2023)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (October 20, 2023) Location: Multiple locations in Nouakchott, including United States Embassy, Nouakchott, Mauritania Event: There are reports of multiple planned protests today · 0950 at the U.S., French, German and possibly other western embassies; and U.N. offices · 1400-1500 after Friday prayer – March from the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-october-20-2023/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (October 20, 2023)" title="U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (October 20, 2023)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32831 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-worldwide-caution-october-19-2023/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-worldwide-caution-october-19-2023/">Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 19, 2023</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Worldwide Caution Event: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. U.S. citizens should: Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. Enroll in the <a href="https://step.state.gov/step/">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program</a> ( <a href="https://step.state.gov/step/">STEP</a> ) …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-worldwide-caution-october-19-2023/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 19, 2023" title="Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 19, 2023">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 October, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32777 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embracing-the-american-dream-through-legal-pathways-by-ambassador-kierscht/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-350x210.png 350w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-768x461.png 768w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1.png 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-175x105.png 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684-1-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embracing-the-american-dream-through-legal-pathways-by-ambassador-kierscht/">Embracing the American dream through legal pathways by Ambassador Kierscht</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the desire for other opportunities often leads individuals to seek new horizons. In this context, we have recently been hearing more and more about Mauritanians taking a dangerous and often uncertain journey to “jump the wall” into the United States. In some cases, we hear stories of the difficulties …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embracing-the-american-dream-through-legal-pathways-by-ambassador-kierscht/" aria-label="Read More Embracing the American dream through legal pathways by Ambassador Kierscht" title="Embracing the American dream through legal pathways by Ambassador Kierscht">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 September, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32717 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="July 4" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="July 4" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks-2/">Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Ministers, and members of the government delegation, Fellow members of the diplomatic corps, Friends from the business community, civil society and the government, Alumni, Members of the media, Ladies and gentlemen, honored guests. Good evening. I am honored to welcome you, on behalf of President Joe Biden and our entire Embassy community, to this …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks-2/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks" title="Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32649 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-may-31-2023/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-may-31-2023/">Demonstration Alert: U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (May 31, 2023)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Locations: Sebkha Captial (Nouakchott-Ouest) Elmina Riadh Carrefour Madrid (Nouakchott-South) Dar-Naim (Nouakchott-North) Event: Protests related to recent in-custody death of a local man. Actions to take: Avoid the areas. Monitor local media for updates. Avoid crowds. Avoid demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Graphic of Areas to Avoid: Assistance: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania +222 4525 2660 <a href="mailto:ConsularNKC@state.gov">ConsularNKC@state.gov</a> <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmr.usembassy.gov%2F&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C90c59542eb814f1b7dd208db6279bafc%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C638212047182792358%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=u7fT4%2F1ojsD0nwJRwpbmG8SfpF0bREWt2jd4vc4WfyI%3D&reserved=0">https://mr.usembassy.gov/</a> State …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-may-31-2023/" aria-label="Read More Demonstration Alert: U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (May 31, 2023)" title="Demonstration Alert: U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (May 31, 2023)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32592 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-zeyas-prepared-statement-for-the-oic-council-of-foreign-ministers-meeting/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-Zeya-at-the-OIC-Council-of-Foreign-Ministers-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Under Secretary Zeya at the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-Zeya-at-the-OIC-Council-of-Foreign-Ministers-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-Zeya-at-the-OIC-Council-of-Foreign-Ministers-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Under Secretary Zeya at the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-zeyas-prepared-statement-for-the-oic-council-of-foreign-ministers-meeting/">Under Secretary Zeya’s Prepared Statement for the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>March 16, 2023 Nouakchott, Mauritania As-Salaam-Alaikum. Thank you, Foreign Minister Merzoug and Secretary-General Taha, for hosting everyone here in Nouakchott with such warm and gracious hospitality. This is the second OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting that I have attended on behalf of the United States. Since then, the United States and OIC held our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-zeyas-prepared-statement-for-the-oic-council-of-foreign-ministers-meeting/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary Zeya’s Prepared Statement for the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting" title="Under Secretary Zeya’s Prepared Statement for the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 March, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32573 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-signs-a-28-5-million-mcgovern-dole-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0352-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="McGovern-Dole Signing Ceremony" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0352-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0352-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0352-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="McGovern-Dole Signing Ceremony" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-signs-a-28-5-million-mcgovern-dole-program/">Ambassador Kierscht signs a $28.5 million McGovern-Dole Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Minister of Economic Affairs and Promotion of Productive Sectors, Mr. Minister of National Education and Reform of the Education System, Madam Vice President of Counterpart International, Members of the media, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to be with you today as we strengthen our cooperation and our strong partnership. Today, we are setting …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-signs-a-28-5-million-mcgovern-dole-program/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht signs a $28.5 million McGovern-Dole Program" title="Ambassador Kierscht signs a $28.5 million McGovern-Dole Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 March, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32557 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fifth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/331770829_777596127029754_3930827276502297908_n-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Fifth Cohort Graduates from US Government Funded Health Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/331770829_777596127029754_3930827276502297908_n-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/331770829_777596127029754_3930827276502297908_n-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Fifth Cohort Graduates from US Government Funded Health Program" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fifth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/">Fifth Cohort Graduates from US Government Funded Health Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Secretary General, Madam Representative of the World Health Organization, Mr. AFENET Resident Advisor, Members of the media, Ladies and Gentlemen. I am pleased to be with you today for a rather unique ceremony. Indeed, it takes place after the untimely deaths – after a struggle with long-term illness – of two of our collaborators …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fifth-cohort-graduates-from-us-government-funded-health-program/" aria-label="Read More Fifth Cohort Graduates from US Government Funded Health Program" title="Fifth Cohort Graduates from US Government Funded Health Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32540 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcc-vice-president-and-president-ghazouani-launch-analysis-phase-to-begin-impactful-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MCC-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="MCC Vice President and President Ghazouani Launch Analysis Phase to Begin Impactful Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MCC-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/MCC-Ghazouani-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="MCC Vice President and President Ghazouani Launch Analysis Phase to Begin Impactful Program" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcc-vice-president-and-president-ghazouani-launch-analysis-phase-to-begin-impactful-program/">MCC Vice President and President Ghazouani Launch Analysis Phase to Begin Impactful Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>My name is Alicia Phillips Mandaville, and I am the Vice President of Policy and Evaluation at the United States Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation, or MCC. I want to thank President Ghazouani for his hospitality and for what I think was a very productive conversation on the next steps as the U.S. Government, through MCC, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mcc-vice-president-and-president-ghazouani-launch-analysis-phase-to-begin-impactful-program/" aria-label="Read More MCC Vice President and President Ghazouani Launch Analysis Phase to Begin Impactful Program" title="MCC Vice President and President Ghazouani Launch Analysis Phase to Begin Impactful Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 March, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32514 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/groundbreaking-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5705-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Groundbreaking Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5705-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5705-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5705-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Groundbreaking Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/groundbreaking-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/">Groundbreaking Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister Hanana, Chief of Defense General Bolle, General Vall, Members of the Media, Ladies and gentlemen, Honored guests, Thank for you attending today’s ground-breaking ceremony where we celebrate the next step in our partnership with the G5 Sahel Defense College. With a project value of nearly $5M, this library will stand on the ground you …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/groundbreaking-ceremony-for-g5-sahel-defense-college-library/" aria-label="Read More Groundbreaking Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library" title="Groundbreaking Ceremony for G5 Sahel Defense College Library">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 February, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32493 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-opening-remarks-at-instance-nationale-launch-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5288-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at Instance Nationale Launch Ceremony" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5288-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5288-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5288-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at Instance Nationale Launch Ceremony" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-opening-remarks-at-instance-nationale-launch-ceremony/">Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at Instance Nationale Launch Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Excellency the Minister of Justice, Excellency the Minister of Interior, Mr. Commissioner for Human Rights, Humanitarian Action and Relations with Civil Society, Mr. Director of the Instance Nationale, Mr. Representative of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great pleasure for me to participate in the launching ceremony of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-opening-remarks-at-instance-nationale-launch-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at Instance Nationale Launch Ceremony" title="Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at Instance Nationale Launch Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 February, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32476 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-speaks-at-save-the-children-event-us-supports-human-rights-for-all-children-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Website-Save-the-Chlidren-resize-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht speaks at Save the Children event – US supports human rights for all children in Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Website-Save-the-Chlidren-resize-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Website-Save-the-Chlidren-resize-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Website-Save-the-Chlidren-resize-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht speaks at Save the Children event – US supports human rights for all children in Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-speaks-at-save-the-children-event-us-supports-human-rights-for-all-children-in-mauritania/">Ambassador Kierscht speaks at Save the Children event – US supports human rights for all children in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Madam Minister, Ambassadors and Heads of Diplomatic Missions, Madam Head of Mission, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is always a great pleasure for me to participate in events that celebrate human rights. It is an even greater honor to celebrate the protection of children, a program making the world safer for them, so they will be …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-speaks-at-save-the-children-event-us-supports-human-rights-for-all-children-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht speaks at Save the Children event – US supports human rights for all children in Mauritania" title="Ambassador Kierscht speaks at Save the Children event – US supports human rights for all children in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 February, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32457 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-highlights-the-us-governments-2-million-contribution-to-promoting-food-security-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5203-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht highlighting the US government’s $2 million contribution to promoting food security in Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5203-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5203-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5203-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht highlighting the US government’s $2 million contribution to promoting food security in Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-highlights-the-us-governments-2-million-contribution-to-promoting-food-security-in-mauritania/">Ambassador Kierscht highlights the US government’s $2 million contribution to promoting food security in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>(Remarks as prepared) Asalamu alaikum. Excellencies, Madam Food Safety Commissioner, Mr. Secretary General of MASEF, Mr. Secretary General of TAAZOUR, Madam Ambassador of Germany, Madam United Nations Resident Coordinator, Madam Resident Representative of WFP, Dear Guests, I am honored to be with you today to officially launch the program “Responding to Food Insecurity Linked to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-highlights-the-us-governments-2-million-contribution-to-promoting-food-security-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht highlights the US government’s $2 million contribution to promoting food security in Mauritania" title="Ambassador Kierscht highlights the US government’s $2 million contribution to promoting food security in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 February, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32428 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlights-from-the-keynote-address-of-ambassador-at-large-rashad-hussain-africa-peace-conference-january-17-2023/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Peace-Conference-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Highlights from the Keynote Address of Ambassador at Large Rashad Hussain Africa Peace Conference January 17, 2023" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Peace-Conference-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Peace-Conference-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Highlights from the Keynote Address of Ambassador at Large Rashad Hussain Africa Peace Conference January 17, 2023" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlights-from-the-keynote-address-of-ambassador-at-large-rashad-hussain-africa-peace-conference-january-17-2023/">Highlights from the Keynote Address of Ambassador at Large Rashad Hussain Africa Peace Conference January 17, 2023</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Greetings and thank you Mr. President, esteemed Ministers, honored guests, civil society partners, and the young people who inspire us all! This is not my first visit to Mauritania. Last year, when I was here for the Conference for Peace, I was impressed by the Mauritanian people, their generous hospitality, and the beauty and diversity …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlights-from-the-keynote-address-of-ambassador-at-large-rashad-hussain-africa-peace-conference-january-17-2023/" aria-label="Read More Highlights from the Keynote Address of Ambassador at Large Rashad Hussain Africa Peace Conference January 17, 2023" title="Highlights from the Keynote Address of Ambassador at Large Rashad Hussain Africa Peace Conference January 17, 2023">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 January, 2023 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32342 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-summit-mcc-announces-four-african-countries-chosen-for-new-partnerships-billions-slated-for-future-development-projects/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/mcc-sig-rgb-vert-usa-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/mcc-sig-rgb-vert-usa-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/mcc-sig-rgb-vert-usa-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/mcc-sig-rgb-vert-usa-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-summit-mcc-announces-four-african-countries-chosen-for-new-partnerships-billions-slated-for-future-development-projects/">U.S.-Africa Summit: MCC Announces Four African Countries Chosen for New Partnerships, Billions Slated for Future Development Projects</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>WASHINGTON (Dec. 13, 2022) — The U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) kicked off the first U.S.-Africa Leaders’ Summit in nearly a decade with a significant commitment to Africa, announcing today its Board of Directors has selected unanimously The Gambia, Togo, Senegal, and Mauritania to develop new MCC grant programs. “Today’s announcement is symbolic of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-summit-mcc-announces-four-african-countries-chosen-for-new-partnerships-billions-slated-for-future-development-projects/" aria-label="Read More U.S.-Africa Summit: MCC Announces Four African Countries Chosen for New Partnerships, Billions Slated for Future Development Projects" title="U.S.-Africa Summit: MCC Announces Four African Countries Chosen for New Partnerships, Billions Slated for Future Development Projects">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 December, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32326 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-human-rights-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684.png 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-human-rights-day/">Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Human Rights Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On Human Rights Day, we reflect on the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), crafted in 1948 on the heels of the most destructive war in the history of the world. World War II was caused and characterized by a cruel disregard for humanity. The UDHR was an appeal to build a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-human-rights-day/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Human Rights Day" title="Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Human Rights Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 December, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32313 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-us-mauritania-energy-dialogue/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4323-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4323-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4323-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4323-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-us-mauritania-energy-dialogue/">Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The governments of the United States and Mauritania held an Energy Dialogue on December 5, 2022. With interagency participation from both countries, United States Ambassador to Mauritania Cynthia Kierscht launched the dialogue chaired by U.S. Senior Bureau Official for Energy Resources Laura Lochman and Minister of Petroleum, Mines, and Energy Abdessalem Mohamed Saleh. The two …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-us-mauritania-energy-dialogue/" aria-label="Read More Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue" title="Joint US-Mauritania Energy Dialogue">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 December, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32298 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-3/">Mauritania National Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p><a href="https://www.state.gov/biographies/antony-j-blinken/">ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE</a> NOVEMBER 28, 2022 On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I send my best wishes to the Government and people of Mauritania as you celebrate 62 years of independence. Mauritania has shown an active commitment to improving governance, addressing human rights concerns, and spurring economic development, particularly in the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-3/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania National Day" title="Mauritania National Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32267 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/closing-ceremony-of-the-jcet-training/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/JCET-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Closing Ceremony of the JCET Training" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/JCET-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/JCET-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Closing Ceremony of the JCET Training" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/closing-ceremony-of-the-jcet-training/">Closing Ceremony of the JCET Training</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minster Hanana, Mr. The Wali of Adrar, Mr. The President of the Regional Council of Adrar, Mr. The Mayor of Atar, Honored guests, Thank you to all attending today’s closing ceremony. I want to congratulate everyone who participated in this training course and note the success of this important achievement. This occasion marks another advance …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/closing-ceremony-of-the-jcet-training/" aria-label="Read More Closing Ceremony of the JCET Training" title="Closing Ceremony of the JCET Training">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 November, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32255 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-interview-with-the-key/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0069-002-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Under Secretary Nuland Interview with The Key" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0069-002-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0069-002-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0069-002-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Under Secretary Nuland Interview with The Key" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-interview-with-the-key/">Under Secretary Nuland Interview with The Key</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>October 17, 2022, American Center. Journalist: Varha Abdesalam Q1 What is Your Excellency’s assessment of American-Mauritanian relations? What are the objectives behind your visit to Mauritania? First of all, we had a great day today. We had a chance to meet with the President, the Foreign Minister, and the Prime Minister, and, in addition, we …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-interview-with-the-key/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary Nuland Interview with The Key" title="Under Secretary Nuland Interview with The Key">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 November, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32221 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/P-with-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/P-with-Ghazouani-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/P-with-Ghazouani-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania-2/">Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning. I am delighted to be here in Mauritania today, my first stop on this visit to the Sahel. I’d like to first express my sincere appreciation for the warm welcome and generous hospitality that my colleagues and I have enjoyed since we arrived. The United State and Mauritania have enjoyed a long partnership. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania-2/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" title="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 October, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32198 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-nafoore-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9819-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Launch of Nafoore Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9819-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9819-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9819-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Launch of Nafoore Program" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-nafoore-program/">Launch of $17 million Nafoore Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Your Excellencies, The Secretary General of the Minister of Employment and Vocational Training The Secretary General of the Minister of Islamic Affairs Representatives of Honorable Ministers Mr. the Regional Director of Mercy Corps, Colleagues from USAID Distinguished Guests Distinguished ladies and gentlemen,   It is a great pleasure to be here today to launch the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-nafoore-program/" aria-label="Read More Launch of $17 million Nafoore Program" title="Launch of $17 million Nafoore Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 October, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32179 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-hosts-vernissage-to-present-the-art-at-her-residence/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/10-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht Hosts Vernissage to Present the Art at her Residence" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/10-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/10-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht Hosts Vernissage to Present the Art at her Residence" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-hosts-vernissage-to-present-the-art-at-her-residence/">Ambassador Kierscht Hosts Vernissage to Present the Art at her Residence</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Asalamu alaikum. Good evening. Welcome! Thank you so much for being here tonight. I’ve been looking forward to having you all to my home for this vernissage for quite some time. And I’m so pleased to introduce you to my mom, Dr. Kierscht, who is visiting from Minnesota. This is mom’s 3rd visit to Mauritania, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-hosts-vernissage-to-present-the-art-at-her-residence/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Hosts Vernissage to Present the Art at her Residence" title="Ambassador Kierscht Hosts Vernissage to Present the Art at her Residence">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 September, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32156 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-launch-of-demographic-and-health-survey-report-2019-2021/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9428-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="National Launch of Demographic and Health Survey report 2019-2021" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9428-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9428-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9428-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="National Launch of Demographic and Health Survey report 2019-2021" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-launch-of-demographic-and-health-survey-report-2019-2021/">National Launch of Demographic and Health Survey report 2019-2021</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister of Health, Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, It is a great pleasure to be here today for this dissemination event for the 2019-2021 Mauritania Demographic and Health Survey report, the first since 2001. On behalf of the United States Government, I first would like to acknowledge the many technical and financial contributions from our esteemed …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/national-launch-of-demographic-and-health-survey-report-2019-2021/" aria-label="Read More National Launch of Demographic and Health Survey report 2019-2021" title="National Launch of Demographic and Health Survey report 2019-2021">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 September, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32127 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-will-assist-people-affected-by-heavy-rains-and-severe-flooding-in-kaedi-dar-el-baida-and-dar-naim/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9316-002-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Embassy will assist people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, Dar el Baida and Dar Naim" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9316-002-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9316-002-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9316-002-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Embassy will assist people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, Dar el Baida and Dar Naim" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-will-assist-people-affected-by-heavy-rains-and-severe-flooding-in-kaedi-dar-el-baida-and-dar-naim/">Embassy will assist people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, Dar el Baida and Dar Naim</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The American Embassy, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), will provide $100,000 in immediate assistance to support the people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, and the Dar el Baida and Dar Naim neighborhoods in Nouakchott. This initial rapid assistance will provide cash and non-food items to 3,540 people in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-will-assist-people-affected-by-heavy-rains-and-severe-flooding-in-kaedi-dar-el-baida-and-dar-naim/" aria-label="Read More Embassy will assist people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, Dar el Baida and Dar Naim" title="Embassy will assist people affected by heavy rains and severe flooding in Kaedi, Dar el Baida and Dar Naim">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 September, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32107 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ukraines-independence-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ukraines-independence-day/">Ukraine’s Independence Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 24, 2022 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day, the commemoration of the date in 1991 when Ukraine officially left the Soviet Union and became a sovereign, democratic country. What should be a celebration of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ukraines-independence-day/" aria-label="Read More Ukraine’s Independence Day" title="Ukraine’s Independence Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 August, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32098 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-august-11-2022/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-august-11-2022/">Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott (August 11, 2022)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Worldwide Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for <a title="https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/monkeypox" href="https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/monkeypox" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Monkeypox in Multiple Countries</a> . The World Health Organization has determined the multi-country outbreak of <a title="Original URL: https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/monkeypox. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.who.int%2Fnews-room%2Fquestions-and-answers%2Fitem%2Fmonkeypox&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C9e339a0279ac414b24fc08da7ea7106c%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637961553236744953%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=57MjUQ22MF2c8A93L%2BY%2BceP8keQ7el%2Fyo1bTi%2Fh6bSI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="Verified" data-linkindex="3">monkeypox</a> is a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( <a title="Original URL: https://www.who.int/news/item/23-07-2022-second-meeting-of-the-international-health-regulations-(2005)-(ihr)-emergency-committee-regarding-the-multi-country-outbreak-of-monkeypox. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.who.int%2Fnews%2Fitem%2F23-07-2022-second-meeting-of-the-international-health-regulations-(2005)-(ihr)-emergency-committee-regarding-the-multi-country-outbreak-of-monkeypox&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C9e339a0279ac414b24fc08da7ea7106c%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637961553236744953%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=JP95iSA5VPbLUmTOaR3EBzan4uHHPdahgB4VwqNS8Vc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="Verified" data-linkindex="4">click here</a> to view the WHO’s determination). Actions to Take: · <a href="https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/diseases/monkeypox" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">Travelers should AVOID</a> : o Close contact with …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-august-11-2022/" aria-label="Read More Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott (August 11, 2022)" title="Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott (August 11, 2022)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 August, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32093 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-message-worldwide-caution-august-03-2022/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-message-worldwide-caution-august-03-2022/">U.S. Embassy Nouakchott Message – Worldwide Caution – August 03, 2022</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-message-worldwide-caution-august-03-2022/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Embassy Nouakchott Message – Worldwide Caution – August 03, 2022" title="U.S. Embassy Nouakchott Message – Worldwide Caution – August 03, 2022">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32083 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-provides-11-million-in-humanitarian-and-economic-assistance-to-meet-urgent-food-needs-in-mauritania-amid-growing-food-crisis/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-provides-11-million-in-humanitarian-and-economic-assistance-to-meet-urgent-food-needs-in-mauritania-amid-growing-food-crisis/">United States Provides $11 Million in Humanitarian and Economic Assistance to Meet Urgent Food Needs in Mauritania Amid Growing Food Crisis</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release July 28, 2022 The United States is providing $6 million in new humanitarian assistance and $5 million in economic support, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in Mauritania, where nearly 680,000 people are facing a dire hunger crisis – the highest level of food insecurity in the country in a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-provides-11-million-in-humanitarian-and-economic-assistance-to-meet-urgent-food-needs-in-mauritania-amid-growing-food-crisis/" aria-label="Read More United States Provides $11 Million in Humanitarian and Economic Assistance to Meet Urgent Food Needs in Mauritania Amid Growing Food Crisis" title="United States Provides $11 Million in Humanitarian and Economic Assistance to Meet Urgent Food Needs in Mauritania Amid Growing Food Crisis">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32076 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/counselor-chollets-travel-to-senegal-mauritania-and-france/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/counselor-chollets-travel-to-senegal-mauritania-and-france/">Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Senegal, Mauritania, and France</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 25, 2022 U.S. Department of State Counselor Derek Chollet will travel to Senegal, Mauritania, and France July 25-29. At each stop, he will underscore our African and European partnerships and cooperation to advance shared global priorities, building on Secretary Blinken’s engagements with key leaders in these regions. In …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/counselor-chollets-travel-to-senegal-mauritania-and-france/" aria-label="Read More Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Senegal, Mauritania, and France" title="Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Senegal, Mauritania, and France">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32073 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-23-2022/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-23-2022/">Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 23, 2022</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Gamal Abdel Nasser Ave. between the AFARCO building/Azalai Hotel and The Ministry of Gas, Energy and Mines at Carrefour Sabah ( <a title="Original URL: https://goo.gl/maps/MUPsbwq9Z7QLrCPy8. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2Fmaps%2FMUPsbwq9Z7QLrCPy8&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C64d4245615814da0a64408da6ca875c8%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637941768027509211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=R9B5%2BoL0MVCwNUv77nCdm%2F4RmP6EAbAru9k5m6OWooE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="Verified" data-linkindex="0">https://goo.gl/maps/MUPsbwq9Z7QLrCPy8</a> ). Other locations possible. Event: A demonstration was planned for 4:00 PM today, Saturday, July 23, 2022, to protest announced price increases in fuel and other goods. Future demonstrations are considered possible. While the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-23-2022/" aria-label="Read More Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 23, 2022" title="Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 23, 2022">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32055 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-president-biden-on-the-u-s-africa-leaders-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-president-biden-on-the-u-s-africa-leaders-summit/">Statement by President Biden on the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>JULY 20, 2022 SPEECHES AND REMARKS I look forward to hosting leaders from across the African continent in Washington, DC on December 13-15, 2022, for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. The Summit will demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to Africa, and will underscore the importance of U.S.-Africa relations and increased cooperation on shared global priorities. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-president-biden-on-the-u-s-africa-leaders-summit/" aria-label="Read More Statement by President Biden on the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit" title="Statement by President Biden on the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 21 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32012 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-18-2022/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-18-2022/">Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 18, 2022</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Vicinity of Carrefour Madrid (the traffic cirle with a sculpture depicting a large stack of books in a spiral, at ( <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2Fmaps%2Frm6xyGB9ygCnDbw48&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7Cabab7f1ae23d487ebec108da68d01582%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637937540171677805%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q%2F9nHfLqad%2FU3eAk4ybYUbzpWw%2Bf%2FDhINrOvYmIldvE%3D&reserved=0">18.079072280049125, -15.965265172374995</a> ). Other locations possible. Event: “Unauthorized” Demonstrations have already occured to protest announced price increases in fuel and other goods. Future demonstrations are considered possible. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid the area. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-july-18-2022/" aria-label="Read More Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 18, 2022" title="Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, July 18, 2022">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-32009 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/july-voting-message/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/july-voting-message/">July Voting Message</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Celebrate democracy this July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2022 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to complete a <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fvap.gov%2Fcitizen-voter%2Foverview&data=05%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C6e9cf923f2b041a3f19608da68cf81d3%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637937537686721664%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1h5nEU3PsiieWZVSvLSrqJboIUBZBfyo3foxHxwGYzs%3D&reserved=0">Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)</a> in 2022. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/july-voting-message/" aria-label="Read More July Voting Message" title="July Voting Message">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31973 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7716-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7716-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7716-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7716-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks/">Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Ministers, and members of the government delegation, Fellow members of the diplomatic corps, Friends from the business community, civil society and the government, Ladies and gentlemen, honored guests. Good evening. Thank you all for being here tonight to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the United States. On the 4th of July, 246 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierschts-independence-day-remarks/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks" title="Ambassador Kierscht’s Independence Day Remarks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31958 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-interview-with-the-key/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7360-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht Interview with The Key" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7360-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7360-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_7360-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht Interview with The Key" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-interview-with-the-key/">Ambassador Kierscht Interview with The Key</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>1. Could you provide a brief background on yourself? Born in Chicago, Illinois, I lived in Nashville, Tennessee, before moving to Fargo, North Dakota with my family where I graduated from high school. Fargo was a special place to grow up as it was very family-friendly, safe and had excellent public schools. In fact, my …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-interview-with-the-key/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht Interview with The Key" title="Ambassador Kierscht Interview with The Key">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31931 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-story-of-juneteenth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/received_1188391275332212-750x450.jpeg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Women at podium speaking" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/received_1188391275332212-750x450.jpeg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/received_1188391275332212-175x105.jpeg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="received_1188391275332212" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-story-of-juneteenth/">The Story of Juneteenth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>157 years ago today, a major general of the Union Army arrived in Galveston, Texas, to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation – and free the last enslaved Americans in the United States from bondage. That was two and a half years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all enslaved people in the United …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-story-of-juneteenth/" aria-label="Read More The Story of Juneteenth" title="The Story of Juneteenth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31903 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-ambassadors-speech-to-the-mauritania-u-s-parliamentary-friendship-group/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-1-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Mauritania-U.S. Parliamentary Friendship Group" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-1-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-1-1140x684.png 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-1-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Mauritania-U.S. Parliamentary Friendship Group" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-ambassadors-speech-to-the-mauritania-u-s-parliamentary-friendship-group/">The Ambassador’s Speech to the Mauritania-U.S. Parliamentary Friendship Group</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Honorable President of the Mauritanian American Parliamentary Friendship Group, Lalla MBareck; Representatives and Members of the Group; journalists; Ladies and Gentlemen: This year we celebrated the 62nd anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Brotherhood and Friendship between our two countries, which was signed in 1970. We all hope that this relationship will develop …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-ambassadors-speech-to-the-mauritania-u-s-parliamentary-friendship-group/" aria-label="Read More The Ambassador’s Speech to the Mauritania-U.S. Parliamentary Friendship Group" title="The Ambassador’s Speech to the Mauritania-U.S. Parliamentary Friendship Group">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31875 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-thanks-graduates-mentors-and-the-many-supporters-of-the-field-epidemiology-training-program-at-the-graduation-ceremony-of-the-thi/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5558-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht thanks graduates, mentors and the many supporters of the Field Epidemiology Training Program at the graduation ceremony of the third cohort" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5558-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5558-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5558-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht thanks graduates, mentors and the many supporters of the Field Epidemiology Training Program at the graduation ceremony of the third cohort" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-thanks-graduates-mentors-and-the-many-supporters-of-the-field-epidemiology-training-program-at-the-graduation-ceremony-of-the-thi/">Ambassador Kierscht thanks graduates, mentors and the many supporters of the Field Epidemiology Training Program at the graduation ceremony of the thi</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Honorable Minister of Health, Madam Representative of the World Health Organization, Mr. Representative of UNICEF, Ladies and Gentlemen, Representatives of Technical and Financial Partners, Mr. Representative of AFENET, Ladies and Gentlemen Mentors and Supervisors, Ladies and Gentlemen Members of the Third Cohort, All present, It is always a great pleasure for me to celebrate our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-thanks-graduates-mentors-and-the-many-supporters-of-the-field-epidemiology-training-program-at-the-graduation-ceremony-of-the-thi/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht thanks graduates, mentors and the many supporters of the Field Epidemiology Training Program at the graduation ceremony of the thi" title="Ambassador Kierscht thanks graduates, mentors and the many supporters of the Field Epidemiology Training Program at the graduation ceremony of the thi">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 June, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31850 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-administrations-approach-to-the-peoples-republic-of-china/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-administrations-approach-to-the-peoples-republic-of-china/">The Administration’s Approach to the People’s Republic of China</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>SPEECH <a href="https://www.state.gov/biographies/antony-j-blinken/">ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE</a> THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY WASHINGTON, D.C. MAY 26, 2022 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you. Good morning. It’s a real pleasure to be here at The George Washington University. This is an institution that draws outstanding students and scholars from around the world and where the most urgent challenges that we face as a country and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-administrations-approach-to-the-peoples-republic-of-china/" aria-label="Read More The Administration’s Approach to the People’s Republic of China" title="The Administration’s Approach to the People’s Republic of China">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 May, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31834 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-to-invest-7-million-in-mauritanian-youth-development/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6996-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="USAID TO INVEST 7$ MILLION IN MAURITANIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6996-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6996-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6996-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="USAID TO INVEST 7$ MILLION IN MAURITANIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-to-invest-7-million-in-mauritanian-youth-development/">USAID TO INVEST 7$ MILLION IN MAURITANIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, May 20, 2022. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a new project to support youth in Mauritania. The project, Tamkeen, which means empowerment in Arabic, will be implemented over five years (2021-2026) with a budget of $7 million. Tamkeen is implemented by USAID’s partner, FHI 360, and under the guidance …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-to-invest-7-million-in-mauritanian-youth-development/" aria-label="Read More USAID TO INVEST 7$ MILLION IN MAURITANIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT" title="USAID TO INVEST 7$ MILLION IN MAURITANIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 May, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31814 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nulands-travel-to-morocco/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nulands-travel-to-morocco/">Under Secretary Nuland’s Travel to Morocco</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 10, 2022 Under Secretary for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland will travel May 10-12 to Marrakech, Morocco, to attend a meeting of the Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS. On behalf of Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Under Secretary Nuland will join Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nulands-travel-to-morocco/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary Nuland’s Travel to Morocco" title="Under Secretary Nuland’s Travel to Morocco">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 May, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31761 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-funds-500000-project-to-combat-trafficking-in-persons/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6103-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="US Funds $500,000 Project to Combat Trafficking in Persons" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6103-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6103-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6103-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="US Funds $500,000 Project to Combat Trafficking in Persons" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-funds-500000-project-to-combat-trafficking-in-persons/">US Funds $500,000 Project to Combat Trafficking in Persons</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>(The speech as prepared) Excellency the Minister of Justice Mr. Commissioner for Human Rights, Humanitarian Action and Relations with Civil Society Mr. Representative of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Representatives of the Judicial Family, Representatives of the Civil Society Organizations, Esteemed members of the Diplomatic Corps Dear Participants, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-funds-500000-project-to-combat-trafficking-in-persons/" aria-label="Read More US Funds $500,000 Project to Combat Trafficking in Persons" title="US Funds $500,000 Project to Combat Trafficking in Persons">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 March, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31715 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-government-funds-17-million-program-to-benefit-mauritanian-youth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-government-funds-17-million-program-to-benefit-mauritanian-youth/">U.S. Government funds $17 million program to benefit Mauritanian youth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>NOUAKCHOTT, MAURITANIA – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is launching a five-year, $17 million initiative to support the socio-economic development and wellbeing of young people in Mauritania. The “Nafoore” initiative, which means “add value” in the Fulani language, will focus on increasing young people’s economic skills and ability …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-government-funds-17-million-program-to-benefit-mauritanian-youth/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Government funds $17 million program to benefit Mauritanian youth" title="U.S. Government funds $17 million program to benefit Mauritanian youth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31695 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-donates-620000-to-support-mauritanias-ability-to-respond-to-health-threats/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/273988219_458867025959652_6028564937087188116_n-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="US Government donates $620,000 to support Mauritania’s ability to respond to health threats" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/273988219_458867025959652_6028564937087188116_n-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/273988219_458867025959652_6028564937087188116_n-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="US Government donates $620,000 to support Mauritania’s ability to respond to health threats" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-donates-620000-to-support-mauritanias-ability-to-respond-to-health-threats/">US Government donates $620,000 to support Mauritania’s ability to respond to health threats</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>(The speech as prepared) Minister, Ladies and gentlemen, Thank you for the opportunity you are giving me today to be among you to salute our joint efforts to improve epidemiological surveillance in Mauritania. Indeed, this training in 2022 of the first cohort demonstrates Mauritania’s commitment to improving its epidemiological surveillance through the continuous technical training …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-donates-620000-to-support-mauritanias-ability-to-respond-to-health-threats/" aria-label="Read More US Government donates $620,000 to support Mauritania’s ability to respond to health threats" title="US Government donates $620,000 to support Mauritania’s ability to respond to health threats">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31685 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-ambassador-hussains-meetings-with-presidents-ghazouani-and-bazoum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-ambassador-hussains-meetings-with-presidents-ghazouani-and-bazoum/">Readout of Ambassador Hussain’s Meetings With Presidents Ghazouani and Bazoum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE <a href="https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-public-diplomacy-and-public-affairs/bureau-of-global-public-affairs/office-of-the-spokesperson/">OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON</a> FEBRUARY 11, 2022 Yesterday, U.S. Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussain met with Mauritanian President Mohamed Cheikh El Ghazouani. Ambassador Hussain and President Ghazouani discussed a range of human rights and security issues, including the need to advance respect for religious freedom in the region and across the continent. Ambassador …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-ambassador-hussains-meetings-with-presidents-ghazouani-and-bazoum/" aria-label="Read More Readout of Ambassador Hussain’s Meetings With Presidents Ghazouani and Bazoum" title="Readout of Ambassador Hussain’s Meetings With Presidents Ghazouani and Bazoum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31656 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritanian-government-signs-important-agreement-with-usgs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/signing_750x800-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Mauritanian Government signs Important Agreement with USGS" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/signing_750x800-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/signing_750x800-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Mauritanian Government signs Important Agreement with USGS" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritanian-government-signs-important-agreement-with-usgs/">Mauritanian Government signs Important Agreement with USGS</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister, Ladies and gentlemen, I am pleased to be with you today to sign, on behalf of the United States government, this important $9.5 million, 22 month agreement that will provide Mauritania with important data on groundwater resources, in the northern regions of the country. This ceremony gives me the opportunity to reflect: the desert …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritanian-government-signs-important-agreement-with-usgs/" aria-label="Read More Mauritanian Government signs Important Agreement with USGS" title="Mauritanian Government signs Important Agreement with USGS">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31643 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-commemorates-black-history-month/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Black History Month 2022 Photo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Black History Month 2022 Photo" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-commemorates-black-history-month/">Embassy Nouakchott commemorates Black History Month</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Welcome and good evening. Thank you for being here, I’m so happy to see everyone this evening. I have the pleasure of introducing you to these excellent musicians who will provide our entertainment this evening. But before we get to that, I’d like us to take a moment to reflect on Black History Month and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-commemorates-black-history-month/" aria-label="Read More Embassy Nouakchott commemorates Black History Month" title="Embassy Nouakchott commemorates Black History Month">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31612 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/aal-rashad-hussain-keynote-address-at-making-peace-for-the-world-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Hussain-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="AAL Rashad Hussain Keynote Address at “Making Peace for the World” Forum" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Hussain-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Hussain-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="AAL Rashad Hussain Keynote Address at “Making Peace for the World” Forum" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/aal-rashad-hussain-keynote-address-at-making-peace-for-the-world-forum/">AAL Rashad Hussain Keynote Address at “Making Peace for the World” Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The speech as prepared: • Greetings Mr. President, esteemed ministers, honored guests, and the young people who inspire us all! • Thank you, your Excellency President Ghazouani, for creating this important forum and to Minister Ahmed for this invitation. I am grateful for the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace, which convened this esteemed group of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/aal-rashad-hussain-keynote-address-at-making-peace-for-the-world-forum/" aria-label="Read More AAL Rashad Hussain Keynote Address at “Making Peace for the World” Forum" title="AAL Rashad Hussain Keynote Address at “Making Peace for the World” Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31606 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-hussain-travels-to-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-hussain-travels-to-mauritania/">Ambassador Hussain Travels to Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE <a href="https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-public-diplomacy-and-public-affairs/bureau-of-global-public-affairs/office-of-the-spokesperson/">OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON</a> FEBRUARY 7, 2022 U.S. Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussain will embark on his first trip abroad to Nouakchott, Mauritania, February 7-9. On February 9 at the “Making Peace for the World” Conference, Ambassador Hussain will deliver keynote remarks on addressing religious freedom threats around the globe, promoting mutual tolerance …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-hussain-travels-to-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Hussain Travels to Mauritania" title="Ambassador Hussain Travels to Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31600 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/registering-to-vote-and-submitting-a-ballot-is-fast-easy-and-can-be-done-from-anywhere-in-the-world/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/registering-to-vote-and-submitting-a-ballot-is-fast-easy-and-can-be-done-from-anywhere-in-the-world/">Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to <a title="Original URL: https://www.fvap.gov/. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fvap.gov%2F&data=04%7C01%7CMohamed-LemineEM%40state.gov%7C53ece91405014b6725d708d9e733376a%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C0%7C637795029420749013%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=W2ZK5LhcGu%2FCLDvfrS2mUPABI1tR6xUY5JmCXZ6eZPw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="Verified" data-linkindex="0">FVAP.gov</a> to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, request a ballot, and more. Once you confirm your registration, follow a few simple steps to vote in the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/registering-to-vote-and-submitting-a-ballot-is-fast-easy-and-can-be-done-from-anywhere-in-the-world/" aria-label="Read More Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!" title="Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 February, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31579 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-attends-mcgovern-dole-sustainability-workshop/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5216-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Kierscht attends McGovern-Dole sustainability workshop" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5216-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5216-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5216-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Kierscht attends McGovern-Dole sustainability workshop" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-attends-mcgovern-dole-sustainability-workshop/">Ambassador Kierscht attends McGovern-Dole sustainability workshop</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister of Education, Ladies and gentlemen, It is always with great pleasure that I participate in activities that have a direct and tangible impact on the education and health of our children, the leaders of tomorrow. The McGovern-Dole Program is one of them. Indeed, this flagship project of the United States Government has demonstrated two …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-attends-mcgovern-dole-sustainability-workshop/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht attends McGovern-Dole sustainability workshop" title="Ambassador Kierscht attends McGovern-Dole sustainability workshop">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 January, 2022 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31524 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2022/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2022/">Annual Program Statement FY 2022</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY NOUAKCHOTT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, PAS Request for Statements of Interest: Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS Nouakchott-FY 2022 Deadline for Applications: Friday, March 4, 2022, at 12:00 noon GMT/UTC CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2022/" aria-label="Read More Annual Program Statement FY 2022" title="Annual Program Statement FY 2022">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 December, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31490 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-mauritanias-battalion-to-the-g5-sahel-joint-force/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Web-1-3-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="United States strongly supports the Mauritanian battalion to the G5 Sahel Joint Force" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Web-1-3-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Web-1-3-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Web-1-3-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="United States strongly supports the Mauritanian battalion to the G5 Sahel Joint Force" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-mauritanias-battalion-to-the-g5-sahel-joint-force/">United States Strongly Support Mauritania’s Battalion to the G5 Sahel Joint Force</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>General Rayess, honored guests, Thank you for attending today’s handover ceremony. It gives me great pleasure to be here with you today to commemorate another significant milestone in the strong and proud relationship between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. We stand with you today, as we have for the last 61 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-mauritanias-battalion-to-the-g5-sahel-joint-force/" aria-label="Read More United States Strongly Support Mauritania’s Battalion to the G5 Sahel Joint Force" title="United States Strongly Support Mauritania’s Battalion to the G5 Sahel Joint Force">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 December, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31461 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-antony-j-blinken/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-antony-j-blinken/">STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mauritania’s National Day On behalf of the Government of the United States of America I send our best wishes and congratulations to Mauritania on celebrating 61 years of independence. The United States applauds Mauritania’s efforts to address long-standing human rights issues, combat corruption, and defeat COVID-19. We also appreciate Mauritania’s efforts to combat terrorism within its borders and its partnership …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-antony-j-blinken/" aria-label="Read More STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN" title="STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 November, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31450 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-7-million-investment-in-youth-to-combat-violent-extremism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-7-million-investment-in-youth-to-combat-violent-extremism/">New $7 Million Investment in Youth to Combat Violent Extremism</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, November 18, 2021 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a new project to combat violent extremism in Mauritania. The project, Tamkeen, which means empowerment in Arabic, will be implemented over five years (2021-2026) with a budget of $7 million and will target youth and women at risk of being recruited …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-7-million-investment-in-youth-to-combat-violent-extremism/" aria-label="Read More New $7 Million Investment in Youth to Combat Violent Extremism" title="New $7 Million Investment in Youth to Combat Violent Extremism">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 November, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31433 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-donates-168000-covid-19-vaccines-to-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Vaccines-Mr-website-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="United States Donates 168,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Vaccines-Mr-website-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Vaccines-Mr-website-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="United States Donates 168,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-donates-168000-covid-19-vaccines-to-mauritania/">United States Donates 168,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>After two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are not where we should be. We need to maintain and continue the momentum created by President Biden’s summit last September, and draw on the global leadership and commitment of all partners. The COVID-19 pandemic is a worldwide threat. It can only be contained by a comprehensive …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-donates-168000-covid-19-vaccines-to-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More United States Donates 168,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Mauritania" title="United States Donates 168,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31390 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/">Readout of Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>OCTOBER 21, 2021 Earlier this week, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer traveled to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania. He was joined by National Security Council Senior Director for Africa Dana Banks and Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Michael Gonzales. The trip underscored the Biden Administration’s commitment to partnering with African nations to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-of-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Readout of Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania" title="Readout of Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 October, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31375 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-principal-deputy-national-security-advisor-jon-finer/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Principal-Deputy-National-Security-Advisor-Jon-Finer-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Remarks by Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Principal-Deputy-National-Security-Advisor-Jon-Finer-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Principal-Deputy-National-Security-Advisor-Jon-Finer-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-principal-deputy-national-security-advisor-jon-finer/">Remarks by Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning. It’s my great pleasure to be here in Nouakchott. Before I start, I wish all Mauritanians a happy Eid al-Mawlid. I’ve had very productive meetings today with President Ghazouani and some of his cabinet ministers – and I want to take a moment to thank President Ghazouani for his hospitality and leadership over …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-principal-deputy-national-security-advisor-jon-finer/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer" title="Remarks by Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31360 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-nsc-spokesperson-emily-horne-on-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-nsc-spokesperson-emily-horne-on-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/">Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>OCTOBER 16, 2021 Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer will travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania for official meetings next week. He will be joined by National Security Council Senior Director for Africa Dana Banks and Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Michael Gonzalez. In Nigeria, Mr. Finer will affirm the importance of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-nsc-spokesperson-emily-horne-on-senior-administration-official-travel-to-nigeria-equatorial-guinea-and-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania" title="Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on Senior Administration Official Travel to Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 October, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31316 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-meets-mauritanian-foreign-minister-cheikh-ahmed/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/p-with-mfa-of-m-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Under Secretary Nuland meets Mauritanian Foreign Minister Cheikh Ahmed" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/p-with-mfa-of-m-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/p-with-mfa-of-m-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Under Secretary Nuland meets Mauritanian Foreign Minister Cheikh Ahmed" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-meets-mauritanian-foreign-minister-cheikh-ahmed/">Under Secretary Nuland meets Mauritanian Foreign Minister Cheikh Ahmed</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On September 24, 2021, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Victoria Nuland, met with His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation and Mauritanians Abroad, Mr. Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. They had a valuable conversation on global, regional, and bilateral priorities for our two …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-nuland-meets-mauritanian-foreign-minister-cheikh-ahmed/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary Nuland meets Mauritanian Foreign Minister Cheikh Ahmed" title="Under Secretary Nuland meets Mauritanian Foreign Minister Cheikh Ahmed">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31298 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-before-the-76th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Joseph R. Biden, Jr" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Joseph R. Biden, Jr" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-before-the-76th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/">Remarks by President Biden Before the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>10:01 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, my fellow delegates, to all those who dedicate themselves to this noble mission of this institution: It’s my honor to speak to you for the first time as President of the United States. We meet this year in a moment of — intermingled with great pain …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-biden-before-the-76th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Biden Before the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly" title="Remarks by President Biden Before the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31263 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages category-us-citizen-services"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott/">Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott (September 10, 2021)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: U.S. citizens are urged to be cautious and vigilant when living and traveling abroad given the potential threat of terrorist attacks and extremist action against U.S. citizens and interests. As the 20th anniversary of September 11th approaches, the possibility for violence overseas may increase. Locations where crowds gather such as hotels, restaurants, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott (September 10, 2021)" title="Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott (September 10, 2021)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/us-citizen-services/" title="U.S. Citizen Services">U.S. Citizen Services</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31185 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-press-statement-lt-gen-smith-deputy-commander-operations-u-s-africa-command-14-july-2021/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="AFRICOM Visit" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="AFRICOM Visit" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-press-statement-lt-gen-smith-deputy-commander-operations-u-s-africa-command-14-july-2021/">Mauritania Press Statement, Lt. Gen. Smith, Deputy Commander – Operations, U.S. Africa Command</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Thank you Ambassador Young. I would also like to acknowledge and offer my condolences to those affected by the pandemic. Many parts of the world are beginning to see some progress, but there is still a long way to go before this pandemic is under control. I would like to re-iterate the words of my …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-press-statement-lt-gen-smith-deputy-commander-operations-u-s-africa-command-14-july-2021/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania Press Statement, Lt. Gen. Smith, Deputy Commander – Operations, U.S. Africa Command" title="Mauritania Press Statement, Lt. Gen. Smith, Deputy Commander – Operations, U.S. Africa Command">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31179 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-deputy-to-the-commander-for-civil-military-engagement-ambassador-andrew-young/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="AFRICOM Visit" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-5-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="AFRICOM Visit" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-deputy-to-the-commander-for-civil-military-engagement-ambassador-andrew-young/">AFRICOM Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement Ambassador Andrew Young</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning – I am very pleased to be here today with my military counterpart Lt. Gen. Kirk Smith as Deputy Commanders of United States Africa Command. First, I would like to begin by expressing my sincere appreciation for the immense hospitality we’ve received from the people of Mauritania. We have just concluded a broad …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-deputy-to-the-commander-for-civil-military-engagement-ambassador-andrew-young/" aria-label="Read More AFRICOM Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement Ambassador Andrew Young" title="AFRICOM Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement Ambassador Andrew Young">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31146 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-juneteenth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684.png 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-juneteenth/">Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Juneteenth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The first new federal holiday in the United States in almost 40 years was recently approved by the U.S. Congress. Earlier this month, the Senate and the House voted to establish “Juneteenth” as a new federal holiday, and when President Biden signed the law into effect on June 17, he said, “All Americans can feel …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-kierscht-op-ed-on-juneteenth/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Juneteenth" title="Ambassador Kierscht op-ed on Juneteenth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31088 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-press-releases category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-after-presentation-of-her-credentials/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Credential-Ceremony-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Credential-Ceremony-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AMB-Credential-Ceremony-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-after-presentation-of-her-credentials/">Statement of Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht after Presentation of her Credentials</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning. First of all, I would like to tell you how delighted I am to be received by President Ghazouani, to whom I presented my credentials in my capacity as the United States Ambassador to Mauritania. I thank him for the audience he was kind enough to grant me. I reiterated to him the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ambassador-cynthia-kierscht-after-presentation-of-her-credentials/" aria-label="Read More Statement of Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht after Presentation of her Credentials" title="Statement of Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht after Presentation of her Credentials">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-31027 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-750x450.png 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-1140x684.png 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Amb-Kierscht-for-Website-175x105.png 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht/">Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, was confirmed by the Senate on December 22, 2020, and sworn in as the U.S. Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania on January 27, 2021. She previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Canada, Haiti and the Caribbean in the Bureau of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-cynthia-kierscht/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht" title="Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 June, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30942 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dcms-opening-remarks-for-unodc-workshop/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2507-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="UNODC Workshop" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2507-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2507-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2507-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="UNODC Workshop" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dcms-opening-remarks-for-unodc-workshop/">DCM’s Opening Remarks for UNODC Workshop</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Secretary General of the Ministry of Justice, Mr. Secretary General of the Ministry of Interior, Mr. UN Resident Coordinator in Mauritania, Representatives of the Judicial Family, Representatives of the Security Forces, Representatives of the Civil Society Organizations, Dear Participants, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great pleasure for me to be here on behalf …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dcms-opening-remarks-for-unodc-workshop/" aria-label="Read More DCM’s Opening Remarks for UNODC Workshop" title="DCM’s Opening Remarks for UNODC Workshop">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 May, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30871 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-beginning-of-ramadan/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="President Joseph R. Biden, Jr" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Presient-Biden-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Joseph R. Biden, Jr" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-beginning-of-ramadan/">Statement from the President on the Beginning of Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Jill and I send our warmest greetings and best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world. Ramadan Kareem. As many of our fellow Americans begin fasting tomorrow, we are reminded of how difficult this year has been. In this pandemic, friends and loved ones cannot yet gather together in celebration …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-beginning-of-ramadan/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the President on the Beginning of Ramadan" title="Statement from the President on the Beginning of Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30735 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-video"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-bidens-message-to-african-union-summit-participants/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/president-biden-s-message-to-african-union-summit-participants-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/president-biden-s-message-to-african-union-summit-participants-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/president-biden-s-message-to-african-union-summit-participants-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/president-biden-s-message-to-african-union-summit-participants-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="President Biden’s Message to African Union Summit Participants" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-bidens-message-to-african-union-summit-participants/">President Biden’s Message to African Union Summit Participants</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Link to President Biden’s Message to African Union Summit Participants: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CE3X77YBSN8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CE3X77YBSN8 </a></p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-bidens-message-to-african-union-summit-participants/" aria-label="Read More President Biden’s Message to African Union Summit Participants" title="President Biden’s Message to African Union Summit Participants">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/video/" title="Video">Video</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30710 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/inaugural-address-by-president-joseph-r-biden-jr/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/inaugural-address-by-president-joseph-r-biden-jr/">Inaugural Address by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States Capitol 11:52 AM EST THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/inaugural-address-by-president-joseph-r-biden-jr/" aria-label="Read More Inaugural Address by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr." title="Inaugural Address by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30669 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-ambassador category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statment-by-ambassador-dodman-storming-of-the-united-states-capitol/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statment-by-ambassador-dodman-storming-of-the-united-states-capitol/">Statement by Ambassador Dodman: Storming of the United States Capitol</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>January 8, 2021 The United States Congress has completed its Constitutionally mandated count of the Electoral College vote and affirmed the election of Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Kamala D. Harris. They will be sworn into office in a peaceful transfer of power that will occur on January 20, 2021. The criminals who committed violent …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statment-by-ambassador-dodman-storming-of-the-united-states-capitol/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Ambassador Dodman: Storming of the United States Capitol" title="Statement by Ambassador Dodman: Storming of the United States Capitol">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 January, 2021 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30642 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/a-ceremony-for-the-handing-over-of-materials-to-two-non-governmental-organizations/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1630-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations (NGOs)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1630-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1630-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_1630-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations (NGOs)" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/a-ceremony-for-the-handing-over-of-materials-to-two-non-governmental-organizations/">A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations (NGOs) for the implementation of the grants component as part of the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism Nouakchott, December 16, 2020 – The Partnerships for Peace Program (P4P) of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) organized a material handover ceremony …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/a-ceremony-for-the-handing-over-of-materials-to-two-non-governmental-organizations/" aria-label="Read More A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations" title="A ceremony for the handing over of materials to two non-governmental organizations">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30600 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-us-citizen-services category-visas"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-suspension-of-consular-services/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-suspension-of-consular-services/">Temporary Suspension of Consular Services</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Embassy is temporarily suspending routine consular services until December 10. If a U.S. citizen needs an immediate appointment, please call the Embassy or send an email to <a href="mailto:consularnkc@state.gov">consularnkc@state.gov</a> .</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-suspension-of-consular-services/" aria-label="Read More Temporary Suspension of Consular Services" title="Temporary Suspension of Consular Services">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/us-citizen-services/" title="U.S. Citizen Services">U.S. Citizen Services</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/visas/" title="Visas">Visas</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30578 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0821-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Mauritania National Day" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0821-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0821-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0821-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Mauritania National Day" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-2/">Mauritania National Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Mauritanian friends, bonjour. As Mauritanians here and around the world celebrate the 60th anniversary of the independence of Mauritania, I present my best wishes for happiness and prosperity to the people and the government of Mauritania. It has been my great honor to represent the United State of America here in your country for …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day-2/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania National Day" title="Mauritania National Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 November, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30545 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-lexicon-on-radicalization-and-violent-extremism-in-the-g5-sahel-region/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9951-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Launch of the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9951-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9951-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_9951-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Launch of the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-lexicon-on-radicalization-and-violent-extremism-in-the-g5-sahel-region/">Launch of the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism in the G5 Sahel Region</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, November 5, 2020: The Executive Secretariat of the G5 Sahel (SE-G5S) in collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Partnerships for Peace (P4P) project organized a virtual meeting to launch the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism in the G5 Sahel Region. This event saw the participation of over 200 people …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-lexicon-on-radicalization-and-violent-extremism-in-the-g5-sahel-region/" aria-label="Read More Launch of the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism in the G5 Sahel Region" title="Launch of the Lexicon on Radicalization and Violent Extremism in the G5 Sahel Region">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 November, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30499 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-work-of-the-parliamentary-friendship-group-between-mauritania-and-the-united-states/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0374-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Launch of the work of the parliamentary friendship group between Mauritania and the United States" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0374-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0374-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0374-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Launch of the work of the parliamentary friendship group between Mauritania and the United States" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-work-of-the-parliamentary-friendship-group-between-mauritania-and-the-united-states/">Launch of the work of the parliamentary friendship group between Mauritania and the United States</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Dodman shared remarks today at the launch of the National Assembly’s Mauritania-U.S. Friendship Group. The Ambassador highlighted the 60 year long history of friendship and cooperation between the U.S. and Mauritania, and thanked the group for its role in inspiring continued cooperation for many years to come.  </p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-work-of-the-parliamentary-friendship-group-between-mauritania-and-the-united-states/" aria-label="Read More Launch of the work of the parliamentary friendship group between Mauritania and the United States" title="Launch of the work of the parliamentary friendship group between Mauritania and the United States">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30471 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/upcoming-elections-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/upcoming-elections-in-africa/">Upcoming Elections in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo October 8, 2020 The United States is committed to supporting free, fair, inclusive elections. The conduct of elections is important not only for Africans, but also for defenders of democracy around the world. We believe all sides should …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/upcoming-elections-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More Upcoming Elections in Africa" title="Upcoming Elections in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 October, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30455 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-coordinator-for-the-u-s-state-departments-bureau-of-counterterrorism-travels-to-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-coordinator-for-the-u-s-state-departments-bureau-of-counterterrorism-travels-to-mauritania/">Deputy Coordinator for the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Counterterrorism travels to Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Christopher Harnisch, the Deputy Coordinator for the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Counterterrorism, will travel to Nouakchott, Mauritania to discuss a range of pressing counterterrorism issues with his Mauritanian counterparts, including foreign terrorist fighters, countering violent extremism, and the role both government and civil society play in countering terrorism. Mr. Harnisch will discuss these and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-coordinator-for-the-u-s-state-departments-bureau-of-counterterrorism-travels-to-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Deputy Coordinator for the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Counterterrorism travels to Mauritania" title="Deputy Coordinator for the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Counterterrorism travels to Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30441 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-of-100-young-adults-in-the-moughataas-of-riyadh-rkiz-el-mina-and-nouadhibou-on-the-prevention-of-radicalization-and-violent-extremism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-of-100-young-adults-in-the-moughataas-of-riyadh-rkiz-el-mina-and-nouadhibou-on-the-prevention-of-radicalization-and-violent-extremism/">Training of 100 young adults in the Moughataas of Riyadh, R’Kiz, El Mina and Nouadhibou on the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, September 1-6, 2020 – The U.S. Embassy’s Partnerships for Peace (P4P) Program, a project of USAID and the Committee of Solidarity with the Victims of Human Rights Violence (CSVVDH), organized a training for 100 young people (44 men, 56 women) aged 20-28 in the Moughataas of Ryad, R’Kiz, El Mina and Nouadhibou communes. Held …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-of-100-young-adults-in-the-moughataas-of-riyadh-rkiz-el-mina-and-nouadhibou-on-the-prevention-of-radicalization-and-violent-extremism/" aria-label="Read More Training of 100 young adults in the Moughataas of Riyadh, R’Kiz, El Mina and Nouadhibou on the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism" title="Training of 100 young adults in the Moughataas of Riyadh, R’Kiz, El Mina and Nouadhibou on the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 October, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30429 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-announces-humanitarian-assistance-for-the-sahel-crisis-response/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-announces-humanitarian-assistance-for-the-sahel-crisis-response/">The United States Announces Humanitarian Assistance for the Sahel Crisis Response</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State September 24, 2020 Today, the United States announced nearly $152 million in humanitarian assistance to respond to the humanitarian crisis in the Sahel region countries of Niger, Burkina Faso, Mauritania, and Mali. This funding includes nearly $67 million from the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-announces-humanitarian-assistance-for-the-sahel-crisis-response/" aria-label="Read More The United States Announces Humanitarian Assistance for the Sahel Crisis Response" title="The United States Announces Humanitarian Assistance for the Sahel Crisis Response">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30418 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-to-the-75th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-to-the-75th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/">Remarks by President Trump to the 75th Session of the United Nations General Assembly</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White house Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 22, 2020 PRESIDENT TRUMP: It is my profound honor to address the United Nations General Assembly. Seventy-five years after the end of World War II and the founding of the United Nations, we are once again engaged in a great global struggle. We …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-to-the-75th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump to the 75th Session of the United Nations General Assembly" title="Remarks by President Trump to the 75th Session of the United Nations General Assembly">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30374 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-statement-for-se-peter-pham-following-his-meeting-with-president-ghazouani/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Dr-Pham-Visits-Mauritania-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Press Statement for SE Peter Pham Following his Meeting with President Ghazouani" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Dr-Pham-Visits-Mauritania-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Dr-Pham-Visits-Mauritania-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Press Statement for SE Peter Pham Following his Meeting with President Ghazouani" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-statement-for-se-peter-pham-following-his-meeting-with-president-ghazouani/">Press Statement for SE Peter Pham Following his Meeting with President Ghazouani</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>President Ghazouani kindly granted me an audience this morning and we had a very productive exchange on both bilateral relations and the situation in the region. On bilateral questions, we built on the issues that Secretary of State Pompeo discussed with the President in their call on August 18, and also on the work of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-statement-for-se-peter-pham-following-his-meeting-with-president-ghazouani/" aria-label="Read More Press Statement for SE Peter Pham Following his Meeting with President Ghazouani" title="Press Statement for SE Peter Pham Following his Meeting with President Ghazouani">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 September, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30363 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/special-envoy-for-the-sahel-region-dr-j-peter-pham-travel-to-mauritania-france-and-niger/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/special-envoy-for-the-sahel-region-dr-j-peter-pham-travel-to-mauritania-france-and-niger/">Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Dr. J. Peter Pham Travel to Mauritania, France, and Niger</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE <a href="https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-public-diplomacy-and-public-affairs/bureau-of-global-public-affairs/office-of-the-spokesperson/">OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON</a> SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Dr. J. Peter Pham will travel to Mauritania September 6-9, France September 10-12, and Niger September 12-16. During his travels, Special Envoy Pham will coordinate with and demonstrate U.S. support for African-led initiatives to fight extremism and enhance security and governance in the region, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/special-envoy-for-the-sahel-region-dr-j-peter-pham-travel-to-mauritania-france-and-niger/" aria-label="Read More Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Dr. J. Peter Pham Travel to Mauritania, France, and Niger" title="Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Dr. J. Peter Pham Travel to Mauritania, France, and Niger">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 September, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30336 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-phone-call-with-mauritanian-president-ghazouani/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-phone-call-with-mauritanian-president-ghazouani/">Secretary Pompeo’s Phone Call with Mauritanian President Ghazouani</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>READOUT <a href="https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-public-diplomacy-and-public-affairs/bureau-of-global-public-affairs/office-of-the-spokesperson/">OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON</a> AUGUST 18, 2020, The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh el Ghazouani. Secretary Pompeo encouraged President Ghazouani to continue his ambitious reform program to address Mauritania’s history of slavery and to promote prosperity for all Mauritanians through a business …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-phone-call-with-mauritanian-president-ghazouani/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Pompeo’s Phone Call with Mauritanian President Ghazouani" title="Secretary Pompeo’s Phone Call with Mauritanian President Ghazouani">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30309 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-economic-and-humanitarian-assistance-boost-u-s-leadership-in-continued-global-covid-19-response-efforts/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-economic-and-humanitarian-assistance-boost-u-s-leadership-in-continued-global-covid-19-response-efforts/">U.S. Economic and Humanitarian Assistance Boost U.S. Leadership in Continued Global COVID-19 Response Efforts</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State August 5, 2020 The United States continues to lead the world in the fight against COVID-19, with $20.5 billion now allocated from across the U.S. Government to benefit the global response. This incredible effort, made possible by the generous American taxpayers, includes funding for vaccines, therapeutics, and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-economic-and-humanitarian-assistance-boost-u-s-leadership-in-continued-global-covid-19-response-efforts/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Economic and Humanitarian Assistance Boost U.S. Leadership in Continued Global COVID-19 Response Efforts" title="U.S. Economic and Humanitarian Assistance Boost U.S. Leadership in Continued Global COVID-19 Response Efforts">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30303 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/announcing-the-expansion-of-the-clean-network-to-safeguard-americas-assets/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/announcing-the-expansion-of-the-clean-network-to-safeguard-americas-assets/">Announcing the Expansion of the Clean Network to Safeguard America’s Assets</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State August 5, 2020 The Clean Network program is the Trump Administration’s comprehensive approach to guarding our citizens’ privacy and our companies’ most sensitive information from aggressive intrusions by malign actors, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Today, I am announcing the launch of five new lines …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/announcing-the-expansion-of-the-clean-network-to-safeguard-americas-assets/" aria-label="Read More Announcing the Expansion of the Clean Network to Safeguard America’s Assets" title="Announcing the Expansion of the Clean Network to Safeguard America’s Assets">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30295 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lifting-of-global-level-4-global-health-advisory/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lifting-of-global-level-4-global-health-advisory/">Lifting of Global Level 4 Global Health Advisory</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson August 6, 2020 On August 6, in close coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State lifted the Global Level 4 Health Advisory. The Global Advisory, initially put in place on March 19, 2020, advised U.S. citizens to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lifting-of-global-level-4-global-health-advisory/" aria-label="Read More Lifting of Global Level 4 Global Health Advisory" title="Lifting of Global Level 4 Global Health Advisory">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30284 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-gave-a-support-to-the-centers-for-protection-and-social-reintegration-of-children-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/U.S-government-gave-a-support-to-the-Centers-for-Protection-960x684-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="U.S. government gave a support to the Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/U.S-government-gave-a-support-to-the-Centers-for-Protection-960x684-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/U.S-government-gave-a-support-to-the-Centers-for-Protection-960x684-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. government gave a support to the Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-gave-a-support-to-the-centers-for-protection-and-social-reintegration-of-children-2/">U.S. government supports the Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. government is supporting IOM for the procurement of hygiene and office supplies to facilitate the reopening of Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children operated by the MASEF. This reopening occurs during COVID-19 pandemic as an inclusion measure and as a response to demands for support for children in need of protection. The …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-government-gave-a-support-to-the-centers-for-protection-and-social-reintegration-of-children-2/" aria-label="Read More U.S. government supports the Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children" title="U.S. government supports the Centers for Protection and Social Reintegration of Children">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30277 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-nigers-60th-independence-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-nigers-60th-independence-day/">Congratulations on Niger’s 60th Independence Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Press Statement by Michael R. Pompeo August 3, 2020 On behalf of the United States Government and the American people, I send my congratulations to the Government of Niger and all Nigeriens on the 60th anniversary of your independence. The United States and Niger have stood …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-nigers-60th-independence-day/" aria-label="Read More Congratulations on Niger’s 60th Independence Day" title="Congratulations on Niger’s 60th Independence Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30269 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explosion-in-beirut/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explosion-in-beirut/">Explosion in Beirut</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo August 4, 2020 I’d like to extend my deepest condolences to all those affected by the massive explosion at the port of Beirut today. We are closely monitoring and stand ready to assist the people of Lebanon as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explosion-in-beirut/" aria-label="Read More Explosion in Beirut" title="Explosion in Beirut">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30260 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-chinese-communist-partys-extra-territorial-authoritarianism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-chinese-communist-partys-extra-territorial-authoritarianism/">On the Chinese Communist Party’s Extra-Territorial Authoritarianism</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State August 4, 2020 The Chinese Communist Party cannot tolerate the free thinking of its own people, and increasingly is trying to extend its reach outside China’s borders. In the latest example, Chinese authorities have reportedly issued arrest warrants for six pro-democracy advocates resident …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-chinese-communist-partys-extra-territorial-authoritarianism/" aria-label="Read More On the Chinese Communist Party’s Extra-Territorial Authoritarianism" title="On the Chinese Communist Party’s Extra-Territorial Authoritarianism">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30207 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/welcoming-the-united-kingdom-decision-to-prohibit-huawei-from-5g-networks/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/welcoming-the-united-kingdom-decision-to-prohibit-huawei-from-5g-networks/">Welcoming the United Kingdom Decision To Prohibit Huawei From 5G Networks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 14, 2020 We welcome news that the United Kingdom plans to ban Huawei from future 5G networks and phase out untrusted Huawei equipment from existing networks. With this decision, the UK joins a growing list of countries from around the world that are standing up for …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/welcoming-the-united-kingdom-decision-to-prohibit-huawei-from-5g-networks/" aria-label="Read More Welcoming the United Kingdom Decision To Prohibit Huawei From 5G Networks" title="Welcoming the United Kingdom Decision To Prohibit Huawei From 5G Networks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30201 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-to-launch-regional-team-based-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-to-launch-regional-team-based-in-africa/">DFC to Launch Regional Team Based in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>July 14, 2020 Africa Investment Advisor Program will help expand DFC’s engagement on the continent   WASHINGTON – U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) today announced that it is launching the Africa Investment Advisor Program, which establishes a regional team based in Africa. The team will equip DFC to more proactively advance investments and expand its …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-to-launch-regional-team-based-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More DFC to Launch Regional Team Based in Africa" title="DFC to Launch Regional Team Based in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30195 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-bolsters-u-s-leadership-in-response-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-bolsters-u-s-leadership-in-response-to-covid-19/">New Humanitarian and Health Assistance Bolsters U.S. Leadership in Response to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 15, 2020 The American people’s generosity remains unmatched in the global fight against COVID-19. The Department of State and USAID are providing an additional $208 million in new humanitarian and health assistance to bolster our ongoing response efforts, helping the world’s most vulnerable overcome the devastation …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-bolsters-u-s-leadership-in-response-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More New Humanitarian and Health Assistance Bolsters U.S. Leadership in Response to COVID-19" title="New Humanitarian and Health Assistance Bolsters U.S. Leadership in Response to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30161 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-students-are-welcome-in-the-u-s/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-students-are-welcome-in-the-u-s/">International Students Are Welcome in the U.S.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 7, 2020 The United States has long been the destination of choice for international students, and we are pleased that many international students who had planned to study this fall in the United States may still have the opportunity to do so. The Department of Homeland Security has …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-students-are-welcome-in-the-u-s/" aria-label="Read More International Students Are Welcome in the U.S." title="International Students Are Welcome in the U.S.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30153 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/allegations-of-human-rights-violations-and-abuses-in-the-sahel/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/allegations-of-human-rights-violations-and-abuses-in-the-sahel/">Allegations of Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Sahel</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 9, 2020 The United States is deeply concerned by the growing number of allegations of human rights violations and abuses perpetrated by state security forces in the Sahel, including those documented by Human Rights Watch in its July 8 report, as well as those reported by the United …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/allegations-of-human-rights-violations-and-abuses-in-the-sahel/" aria-label="Read More Allegations of Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Sahel" title="Allegations of Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Sahel">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30131 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4th-2020-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="July 4th 2020" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4th-2020-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4th-2020-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/July-4th-2020-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="July 4th 2020" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-3/">Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Dear Friends, Colleagues Good evening, bonsoir, assalamalekum • Every year on July 4th, Americans celebrate the independence of our country. Because of the health situation I am not hosting a traditional reception tonight. While I miss having the chance to see many friends and colleagues, I am grateful that this year my message can be …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-3/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks" title="Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 July, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30108 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-embassy-of-the-united-states-is-an-active-participant-in-the-response-to-covid-19-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5980-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5980-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5980-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5980-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-embassy-of-the-united-states-is-an-active-participant-in-the-response-to-covid-19-in-mauritania/">The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott- The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania. Today, the United States government is supplying the Ministry of Health with 3,000 Viral Transportation Media (VTMs). These VTMs, which are a vital component of the COVID-19 testing process, were donated by the U.S. Department of Defense, and will strengthen Mauritania’s capacity to identify COVID-19 patients and safely transport …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-embassy-of-the-united-states-is-an-active-participant-in-the-response-to-covid-19-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania" title="The Embassy of the United States is an active participant in the response to COVID-19 in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30050 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-us-citizen-services"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-agencies-and-centers-enter-phase-one/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-agencies-and-centers-enter-phase-one/">Passport Agencies and Centers Enter Phase One</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Department of State is pleased to announce 14 passport agencies and centers will be in Phase 1 of our planned three-phase resumption of operations as of June 15, 2020: Entering Phase One on Monday, June 15 <a title="Boston info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/boston.html">Boston Passport Agency</a> <a title="Honolulu info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/honolulu.html">Honolulu Passport Agency</a> <a title="Washington info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/washington.html">Washington Passport Agency</a> Entered Phase One on Thursday, June 11 <a title="Arkansas info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/arkansas.html">Arkansas Passport Center</a> <a title="Buffalo info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/buffalo.html">Buffalo Passport Agency</a> <a title="Chicago info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/chicago.html">Chicago Passport Agency</a> <a title="Colorado info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/colorado.html">Colorado Passport Agency</a> <a title="Connecticut info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/connecticut.html">Connecticut Passport Agency</a> <a title="Detroit info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/detroit.html">Detroit Passport Agency</a> <a title="Minneapolis info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/minneapolis.html">Minneapolis Passport Agency</a> <a title="National Passport Center info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/npc.html">National Passport Center</a> <a title="New Orleans info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/new-orleans.html">New Orleans Passport Center</a> <a title="New York info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/new-york.html">New York Passport Agency</a> <a title="Philadelphia info" href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/philadelphia.html">Philadelphia Passport Agency</a> During Phase 1, limited staff are returning to work at these …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-agencies-and-centers-enter-phase-one/" aria-label="Read More Passport Agencies and Centers Enter Phase One" title="Passport Agencies and Centers Enter Phase One">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/us-citizen-services/" title="U.S. Citizen Services">U.S. Citizen Services</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30027 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-a-press-availability-on-the-release-of-the-2019-international-religious-freedom-report/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-a-press-availability-on-the-release-of-the-2019-international-religious-freedom-report/">Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability on the Release of the 2019 International Religious Freedom Report</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Remarks to the Press June 10, 2020 Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be with you all today. I’m here one more time, proudly, to talk about freedom and free societies. And while America is not a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-a-press-availability-on-the-release-of-the-2019-international-religious-freedom-report/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability on the Release of the 2019 International Religious Freedom Report" title="Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability on the Release of the 2019 International Religious Freedom Report">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30021 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-burundian-president-pierre-nkurunziza/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-burundian-president-pierre-nkurunziza/">On the Passing of Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson June 10, 2020 The United States extends its condolences to those mourning the loss of Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza. We remain a committed partner and friend to the Burundian people. Following a peaceful transition to President-elect Evariste Ndayishimiye, we look forward to working with him and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-burundian-president-pierre-nkurunziza/" aria-label="Read More On the Passing of Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza" title="On the Passing of Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30015 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-ambassador-simon-henshaw/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-ambassador-simon-henshaw/">On the Passing of Ambassador Simon Henshaw</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State June 10, 2020 I am saddened by the passing on June 9 of Ambassador Simon Henshaw, and I express my sincere condolences to his family and all those who worked with him throughout his career. Since joining the Foreign Service in 1985, Ambassador Henshaw served our country …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-ambassador-simon-henshaw/" aria-label="Read More On the Passing of Ambassador Simon Henshaw" title="On the Passing of Ambassador Simon Henshaw">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-30009 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-diplomatic-leadership-in-support-of-women-peace-and-security/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-diplomatic-leadership-in-support-of-women-peace-and-security/">U.S. Diplomatic Leadership in Support of Women, Peace, and Security</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Fact Sheet Office Of The Spokesperson June11, 2020 For decades, American diplomats have supported women as leaders in efforts to prevent conflict, counter terrorism and violent extremism, and promote security around the world.  In 2017, the United States became the first government in the world to enact comprehensive legislation on the role of women in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-diplomatic-leadership-in-support-of-women-peace-and-security/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Diplomatic Leadership in Support of Women, Peace, and Security" title="U.S. Diplomatic Leadership in Support of Women, Peace, and Security">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29992 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-chinas-attempted-coercion-of-the-united-kingdom/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-chinas-attempted-coercion-of-the-united-kingdom/">On China’s Attempted Coercion of the United Kingdom</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State June 9, 2020 The United States stands with our allies and partners against the Chinese Communist Party’s coercive bullying tactics. In the latest example, Beijing has reportedly threatened to punish British bank HSBC and to break commitments to build nuclear power plants in the United Kingdom unless …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-chinas-attempted-coercion-of-the-united-kingdom/" aria-label="Read More On China’s Attempted Coercion of the United Kingdom" title="On China’s Attempted Coercion of the United Kingdom">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29975 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/commemoration-of-72nd-international-day-of-un-peacekeepers/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/commemoration-of-72nd-international-day-of-un-peacekeepers/">Commemoration of 72nd International Day of UN Peacekeepers</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson May 29, 2020 Today, on the annual International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, we recognize the service and sacrifice of the women and men serving in UN peacekeeping missions, and we applaud their contribution to global peace and security. In particular, we honor the nearly …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/commemoration-of-72nd-international-day-of-un-peacekeepers/" aria-label="Read More Commemoration of 72nd International Day of UN Peacekeepers" title="Commemoration of 72nd International Day of UN Peacekeepers">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29966 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/31st-anniversary-of%e2%80%aftiananmen-square/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/31st-anniversary-of%e2%80%aftiananmen-square/">31st Anniversary of Tiananmen Square</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson June 3, 2020 Today we honor the brave Chinese people whose peaceful calls for democracy, human rights, and a corruption-free society came to a violent end when the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sent the People’s Liberation Army into Tiananmen Square on June 4, 1989, armed with tanks …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/31st-anniversary-of%e2%80%aftiananmen-square/" aria-label="Read More 31st Anniversary of Tiananmen Square" title="31st Anniversary of Tiananmen Square">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29947 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-visas"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamations-on-novel-coronavirus/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamations-on-novel-coronavirus/">Presidential Proclamations on Novel Coronavirus</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Last Updated: May 26, 2020 On Friday, January 31, President Trump signed a proclamation suspending entry into the United States of aliens who were physically present in the People’s Republic of China, excluding the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, within the 14 days preceding entry or attempted entry into the United States.  …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamations-on-novel-coronavirus/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Proclamations on Novel Coronavirus" title="Presidential Proclamations on Novel Coronavirus">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/visas/" title="Visas">Visas</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29937 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-3/">On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>May 23, 2020 Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Susan and I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims around the world who are celebrating Eid al-Fitr. Over the past month, Muslims at home and abroad have fasted, centered around spiritual reflection, community and values of gratitude, compassion, and generosity, and have adapted to practicing their …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-3/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr" title="On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29931 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2020/">Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Issued on: May 23, 2020 On Eid al-Fitr, the First Lady and I send our warmest greetings to Muslims in the United States and around the world as they celebrate. Known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan—a month filled with …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2020/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2020" title="Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29908 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-for-alumni/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-for-alumni/">Notice of Funding Opportunity for Alumni</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/NOFO-Alumni-Rapid-Response-Final-5-19-2020.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Notice of Funding Opportunity for Alumni</a> (PDF 228 KB)</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-for-alumni/" aria-label="Read More Notice of Funding Opportunity for Alumni" title="Notice of Funding Opportunity for Alumni">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29890 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-investments-in-peacekeeping-and-counterterrorism-assistance-support-global-response-to-the-global-covid-19-pandemic/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-investments-in-peacekeeping-and-counterterrorism-assistance-support-global-response-to-the-global-covid-19-pandemic/">U.S. Investments in Peacekeeping and Counterterrorism Assistance Support Global Response to the Global COVID-19 Pandemic</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>DIPNOTE: MILITARY AND SECURITY R. CLARKE COOPER, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF POLITICAL-MILITARY AFFAIRS MAY 14, 2020 When times are tough, one can rely on a true friend to lend a helping hand. Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global leadership in the face of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-investments-in-peacekeeping-and-counterterrorism-assistance-support-global-response-to-the-global-covid-19-pandemic/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Investments in Peacekeeping and Counterterrorism Assistance Support Global Response to the Global COVID-19 Pandemic" title="U.S. Investments in Peacekeeping and Counterterrorism Assistance Support Global Response to the Global COVID-19 Pandemic">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29875 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-protects-national-security-and-integrity-of-5g-networks/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-protects-national-security-and-integrity-of-5g-networks/">The United States Protects National Security and Integrity of 5G Networks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State May 15, 2020 The U.S. government today took another step to protect U.S. national security and the integrity of 5G networks by expanding the Commerce Department’s foreign direct product rule to restrict Huawei from circumventing U.S. law. We will not tolerate efforts by the Chinese Communist Party …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-protects-national-security-and-integrity-of-5g-networks/" aria-label="Read More The United States Protects National Security and Integrity of 5G Networks" title="The United States Protects National Security and Integrity of 5G Networks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29860 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-condemns-attempts-by-prc-affiliated-actors-to-steal-american-covid-19-research/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-condemns-attempts-by-prc-affiliated-actors-to-steal-american-covid-19-research/">The United States Condemns Attempts by PRC-Affiliated Actors to Steal American COVID-19 Research</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State May 14, 2020 The United States condemns attempts by cyber actors and non-traditional collectors affiliated with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to steal U.S. intellectual property and data related to COVID-19 research, as announced in a May 13, 2020 warning by the Federal Bureau of Investigation …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-condemns-attempts-by-prc-affiliated-actors-to-steal-american-covid-19-research/" aria-label="Read More The United States Condemns Attempts by PRC-Affiliated Actors to Steal American COVID-19 Research" title="The United States Condemns Attempts by PRC-Affiliated Actors to Steal American COVID-19 Research">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29835 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/how-strong-democratic-values-help-defeat-a-pandemic/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/how-strong-democratic-values-help-defeat-a-pandemic/">How Strong Democratic Values Help Defeat a Pandemic</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>If ever the world needed a reminder of the critical importance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is it. The coronavirus knows nothing of national boundaries, race, religion, nationality, or politics. We are at risk simply because we are human, and we will defeat this virus because each of us …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/how-strong-democratic-values-help-defeat-a-pandemic/" aria-label="Read More How Strong Democratic Values Help Defeat a Pandemic" title="How Strong Democratic Values Help Defeat a Pandemic">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29823 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-provides-assistance-to-mauritania-to-respond-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-provides-assistance-to-mauritania-to-respond-to-covid-19/">The United States Provides Assistance to Mauritania to Respond to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott – As part of a broad effort to prevent, detect and respond to the global COVID-19 outbreak, the United States Government has committed $250,000 to UNICEF in Mauritania. This funding, provided through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), will support the Mauritanian Government’s COVID-19 response plan in the following areas: Infection prevention and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-provides-assistance-to-mauritania-to-respond-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More The United States Provides Assistance to Mauritania to Respond to COVID-19" title="The United States Provides Assistance to Mauritania to Respond to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29814 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-4/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-4/">World Press Freedom Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State May 2, 2020 On World Press Freedom Day, recognized around the world on May 3, we highlight the critical role of independent media in facilitating the open exchange of information and ideas so vital to free, prosperous, and secure democratic societies. This year, as the world faces …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-4/" aria-label="Read More World Press Freedom Day" title="World Press Freedom Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29801 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspending-entry-of-immigrants-who-present-risk-to-the-u-s-labor-market-during-the-economic-recovery-following-the-covid-19-outbreak/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspending-entry-of-immigrants-who-present-risk-to-the-u-s-labor-market-during-the-economic-recovery-following-the-covid-19-outbreak/">Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery Following the COVID-19 Outbreak</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On Wednesday, April 22, President Trump signed a proclamation suspending entry into the United States of certain immigrants who present risk to the U.S. labor market during the economic recovery following the COVID-19 outbreak.  The proclamation is effective at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Thursday, April 23 and expires in 60 days, unless continued by the President. U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspending-entry-of-immigrants-who-present-risk-to-the-u-s-labor-market-during-the-economic-recovery-following-the-covid-19-outbreak/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery Following the COVID-19 Outbreak" title="Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery Following the COVID-19 Outbreak">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29785 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-usaid-acting-administrator-john-barsa-on-world-malaria-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-usaid-acting-administrator-john-barsa-on-world-malaria-day/">Statement from USAID Acting Administrator John Barsa on World Malaria Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United States Agency for International Development Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release April 24, 2020 Malaria thrives in times of crisis. When Ebola struck Africa and disrupted health care, malaria spiked. When Cyclones Idai and Kenneth tore through the Republic of Mozambique, malarious mosquitoes flourished in floodwater. As the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela caused …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-usaid-acting-administrator-john-barsa-on-world-malaria-day/" aria-label="Read More Statement from USAID Acting Administrator John Barsa on World Malaria Day" title="Statement from USAID Acting Administrator John Barsa on World Malaria Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29771 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-continues-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-with-more-than-270-million-in-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-continues-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-with-more-than-270-million-in-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/">The United States Continues Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response with More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State April 22, 2020 For more than a half century, the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian assistance. Through the American people’s generosity and under the leadership of President Trump, the United States continues this outstanding record …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-continues-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-with-more-than-270-million-in-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/" aria-label="Read More The United States Continues Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response with More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance" title="The United States Continues Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response with More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29765 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/50th-anniversary-of-earth-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/50th-anniversary-of-earth-day/">50th Anniversary of Earth Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State April 22, 2020 Today, the United States observes the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day. The United States is proud of its record as a world leader in promoting clean water and air, conserving natural resources, and protecting nature while driving economic …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/50th-anniversary-of-earth-day/" aria-label="Read More 50th Anniversary of Earth Day" title="50th Anniversary of Earth Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29747 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-u-s-government-action-plan-to-support-the-international-response-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-u-s-government-action-plan-to-support-the-international-response-to-covid-19/">Release of U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson April 16, 2020 In collaboration with U.S. departments and agencies, the Department of State is releasing the U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19. Through the American people’s generosity and the U.S. government’s action, the United States continues to demonstrate global …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-u-s-government-action-plan-to-support-the-international-response-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More Release of U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19" title="Release of U.S. Government Action Plan to Support the International Response to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29738 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/update-the-united-states-is-continuing-to-lead-the-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-response-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/update-the-united-states-is-continuing-to-lead-the-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-response-to-covid-19/">UPDATE: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Fact Sheet April 16, 2020 The U.S. Government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health response to the COVID-19 pandemic even while we battle the virus at home. As part of this comprehensive and generous response from the American people, the U.S. Department of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/update-the-united-states-is-continuing-to-lead-the-humanitarian-and-health-assistance-response-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More UPDATE: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19" title="UPDATE: The United States is Continuing to Lead the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29722 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-designates-russian-imperial-movement-and-leaders-as-global-terrorists/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-designates-russian-imperial-movement-and-leaders-as-global-terrorists/">United States Designates Russian Imperial Movement and Leaders as Global Terrorists</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State April 7, 2020 The State Department has designated the Russian Imperial Movement (RIM) and members of its leadership as Specially Designated Global Terrorists, the first time in history the Department has designated a white supremacist terrorist group. As President Trump has said, “In one …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-designates-russian-imperial-movement-and-leaders-as-global-terrorists/" aria-label="Read More United States Designates Russian Imperial Movement and Leaders as Global Terrorists" title="United States Designates Russian Imperial Movement and Leaders as Global Terrorists">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29712 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/continuing-u-s-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-through-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/continuing-u-s-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-through-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/">Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo April 8, 2020 Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. government, the United States has continued to lead the world’s public health and humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/continuing-u-s-leadership-in-the-global-covid-19-response-through-additional-u-s-foreign-assistance/" aria-label="Read More Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance" title="Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response Through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29694 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-six-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-six-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/">The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed six cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. </a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed six cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. IMPORTANT: The U.S. has arranged a flight to the United States. It will depart on Friday, April 10. Unfortunately, we have not been able to confirm a boarding time or a departure time. Please stay tuned. We hope to have more information soon. Please email consularnkc@state.gov or call …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-six-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed six cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. " title="The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed six cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. ">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29684 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/current-status-of-passport-applications-for-overseas-posts/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/current-status-of-passport-applications-for-overseas-posts/">Current Status of Passport Applications for Overseas Posts</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective March 20, 2020, the U.S Department of State began limiting its passport operations. Effective April 2, we have further limited our ability to offer routine passport and citizenship services overseas. For U.S. citizens in the United States, we are only able …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/current-status-of-passport-applications-for-overseas-posts/" aria-label="Read More Current Status of Passport Applications for Overseas Posts" title="Current Status of Passport Applications for Overseas Posts">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29678 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/digital-briefing-on-covid-19-in-africa-and-the-u-s-response/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/digital-briefing-on-covid-19-in-africa-and-the-u-s-response/">Digital Briefing on COVID-19 in Africa and the U.S. Response</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Africa Regional Media Hub April 2, 2020 Dr. Meredith McMorrow, Medical Officer in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Influenza Division and Dr. John Nkengasong, Director Africa CDC Moderator: Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Marissa Scott, I am the Director of the Africa Regional Media Hub. I just want …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/digital-briefing-on-covid-19-in-africa-and-the-u-s-response/" aria-label="Read More Digital Briefing on COVID-19 in Africa and the U.S. Response" title="Digital Briefing on COVID-19 in Africa and the U.S. Response">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29625 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-role-in-international-organizations-response-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-role-in-international-organizations-response-to-covid-19/">The U.S. Role in International Organizations’ Response to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 31, 2020 “Whenever you see high quality, effective COVID-19 aid being delivered around the world by UN humanitarian and relief agencies, what you are seeing is the generosity of the American people and those who share our humanitarian values. We are by far the largest contributors to organizations …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-role-in-international-organizations-response-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More The U.S. Role in International Organizations’ Response to COVID-19" title="The U.S. Role in International Organizations’ Response to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29613 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-3/">Mauritania – Health Alert</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed six cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. IMPORTANT: There is a charter flight schedule to depart from Nouakchott Airport on Friday, April 3, with a tentative 12:15 PM departure time. Any U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who would like to depart on this flight must contact the U.S. embassy immediately at consularnkc@state.gov or call …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-3/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania – Health Alert" title="Mauritania – Health Alert">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29603 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-march-30-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-march-30-2020/">Mauritania – Health Alert March 30, 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed five cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. IMPORTANT: The flight that was scheduled to leave on Thursday has been moved to Friday, April 3, with a tentative 12:15 PM departure time. Any U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who would like to depart on this flight must contact the U.S. embassy immediately at consularnkc@state.gov or …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-health-alert-march-30-2020/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania – Health Alert March 30, 2020" title="Mauritania – Health Alert March 30, 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29557 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/telephonic-press-briefing-with-dr-sarah-bennett-head-of-the-international-task-force-for-covid-19-centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/telephonic-press-briefing-with-dr-sarah-bennett-head-of-the-international-task-force-for-covid-19-centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention/">Telephonic Press Briefing with Dr. Sarah Bennett, Head of the International Task Force for COVID-19, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>SARAH BENNETT, COMMANDER, UNITED STATES PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, AND HEAD OF THE INTERNATIONAL TASK FORCE FOR COVID-19, CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION MARCH 26, 2020 Moderator: Good morning, everyone, from the U.S. Department of State’s Office of International Media Engagement. I would like to welcome our participants dialing in from across the globe. Today, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/telephonic-press-briefing-with-dr-sarah-bennett-head-of-the-international-task-force-for-covid-19-centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention/" aria-label="Read More Telephonic Press Briefing with Dr. Sarah Bennett, Head of the International Task Force for COVID-19, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention" title="Telephonic Press Briefing with Dr. Sarah Bennett, Head of the International Task Force for COVID-19, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29551 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-foreign-assistance-in-response-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-foreign-assistance-in-response-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/">U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 26, 2020 The U.S. government has rapidly mobilized unprecedented resources to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, both at home and abroad. Today, I am pleased to announce that the United States has made available nearly $274 million in emergency health and humanitarian funding. Along with the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-foreign-assistance-in-response-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic" title="U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29513 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/%e2%80%afthe-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-two-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/%e2%80%afthe-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-two-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/"> The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania (23 March 2020) Location: Mauritania Event: The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania. The government of Mauritania has implemented measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. Schools and universities are closed until 06 April 2020. Sporting events, festivals, and all gatherings have been banned. A curfew is in place for Mauritania from 6 PM to 6 AM every day. The U.S. embassy has changed …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/%e2%80%afthe-mauritanian-ministry-of-health-has-confirmed-two-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More  The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania." title=" The Mauritanian Ministry of Health has confirmed two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mauritania.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29501 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/global-level-4-health-advisory-do-not-travel/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/global-level-4-health-advisory-do-not-travel/">Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/global-level-4-health-advisory-do-not-travel/" aria-label="Read More Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel" title="Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29476 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/information-for-visa-applicants-regarding-novel-coronavirus/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/information-for-visa-applicants-regarding-novel-coronavirus/">Information for visa applicants regarding novel coronavirus</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As of March 17, 2020, the United States Embassy in Mauritania is cancelling routine visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. The MRV fee is valid and may be used for a visa application in the country where it …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/information-for-visa-applicants-regarding-novel-coronavirus/" aria-label="Read More Information for visa applicants regarding novel coronavirus" title="Information for visa applicants regarding novel coronavirus">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29458 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-sanctions-two-zimbabwean-officials-for-human-rights-abuses/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-sanctions-two-zimbabwean-officials-for-human-rights-abuses/">The United States Sanctions Two Zimbabwean Officials for Human Rights Abuses</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael. R. Pompeo, Secretary Of State March 11, 2020 Today, the United States designated Anselem Sanyatwe and Owen Ncube for their role in human rights abuses related to political repression in Zimbabwe. These designations demonstrate continued U.S. commitment to promoting accountability for human rights abuses. The State Department urges the Government of Zimbabwe to immediately …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-sanctions-two-zimbabwean-officials-for-human-rights-abuses/" aria-label="Read More The United States Sanctions Two Zimbabwean Officials for Human Rights Abuses" title="The United States Sanctions Two Zimbabwean Officials for Human Rights Abuses">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29450 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/g7-ministerial-to-be-hosted-virtually/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/g7-ministerial-to-be-hosted-virtually/">G7 Ministerial To Be Hosted Virtually</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State March 11, 2020 Out of an abundance of caution, the United States has decided to host the upcoming G7 ministerial virtually by video teleconference instead of gathering in Pittsburgh, March 24-25. We thank the city of Pittsburgh for its willingness to host this …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/g7-ministerial-to-be-hosted-virtually/" aria-label="Read More G7 Ministerial To Be Hosted Virtually" title="G7 Ministerial To Be Hosted Virtually">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29445 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-pause-of-international-exchange-programs-due-to-covid-19/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-pause-of-international-exchange-programs-due-to-covid-19/">Temporary Pause of International Exchange Programs Due to COVID-19</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson March 12, 2020 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) will temporarily pause all ECA-funded programs that involve travel to and from countries with heightened U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Alert Level 2 (Practice Enhanced Precautions) and Warning Level 3 (Avoid Nonessential …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-pause-of-international-exchange-programs-due-to-covid-19/" aria-label="Read More Temporary Pause of International Exchange Programs Due to COVID-19" title="Temporary Pause of International Exchange Programs Due to COVID-19">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29439 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspension-of-entry-as-immigrants-and-nonimmigrants-of-certain-additional-persons-who-pose-a-risk-of-transmitting-2019-novel-coronavirus/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspension-of-entry-as-immigrants-and-nonimmigrants-of-certain-additional-persons-who-pose-a-risk-of-transmitting-2019-novel-coronavirus/">Proclamation—Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Proclamations Healthcare Issued on: March 11, 2020 On January 31, 2020, I issued Proclamation 9984 (Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus and Other Appropriate Measures To Address This Risk). I found that the potential for widespread transmission of a novel (new) coronavirus …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-suspension-of-entry-as-immigrants-and-nonimmigrants-of-certain-additional-persons-who-pose-a-risk-of-transmitting-2019-novel-coronavirus/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation—Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus" title="Proclamation—Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29426 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-trump-administration-and-u-s-africa-policy-what-has-been-accomplished-and-what-lies-ahead/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-trump-administration-and-u-s-africa-policy-what-has-been-accomplished-and-what-lies-ahead/">The Trump Administration and U.S. Africa Policy: What has been accomplished and what lies ahead?</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Tibor P. Nagy, Jr., Assistant Secretary Bureau of African Affairs Woodrow Wilson International Center, Washington, D.C. March 3, 2020 Thank you, Monde, for again inviting me to the Woodrow Wilson Center. It is truly an honor and a pleasure to be back here. It was a year and a half ago …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-trump-administration-and-u-s-africa-policy-what-has-been-accomplished-and-what-lies-ahead/" aria-label="Read More The Trump Administration and U.S. Africa Policy: What has been accomplished and what lies ahead?" title="The Trump Administration and U.S. Africa Policy: What has been accomplished and what lies ahead?">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29415 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-womens-history-month-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-womens-history-month-2020/">Proclamation on Women’s History Month, 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Proclamations February 29, 2020   Women have influenced and advanced every facet of American life and culture. The strength, ingenuity, and spirit of our female leaders, innovators, and pioneers shape our Nation’s character, government, industry, families, and communities. During Women’s History Month, we honor the women who have changed our Nation and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-womens-history-month-2020/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation on Women’s History Month, 2020" title="Proclamation on Women’s History Month, 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29403 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/frequently-asked-questions-deal-teams/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/frequently-asked-questions-deal-teams/">Frequently Asked Questions – Deal Teams</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Frequently Asked Questions – Deal Teams What is the Deal Team initiative? The purpose of the Deal Team Initiative is to support U.S. companies already pursuing deals abroad and to identify new deal prospects for interested U.S. companies. Embassy Deal Teams are an important tool in implementing commercial diplomacy and they already …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/frequently-asked-questions-deal-teams/" aria-label="Read More Frequently Asked Questions – Deal Teams" title="Frequently Asked Questions – Deal Teams">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29397 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-of-state-for-political-military-affairs-r-clarke-cooper-travels-to-mauritania-algeria-and-tunisia/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-of-state-for-political-military-affairs-r-clarke-cooper-travels-to-mauritania-algeria-and-tunisia/">Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper Travels to Mauritania, Algeria, and Tunisia</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson February 26, 2020 Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper travels to Mauritania, Algeria, and Tunisia February 27-March 4, 2020, to expand U.S. security cooperation and defense trade that enhances our shared security across Africa and the Maghreb. In Mauritania February 27-28, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-of-state-for-political-military-affairs-r-clarke-cooper-travels-to-mauritania-algeria-and-tunisia/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper Travels to Mauritania, Algeria, and Tunisia" title="Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs R. Clarke Cooper Travels to Mauritania, Algeria, and Tunisia">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29393 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-nations-1267-sanctions-committee-designation-of-isis-west-africa-and-isis-greater-sahara/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-nations-1267-sanctions-committee-designation-of-isis-west-africa-and-isis-greater-sahara/">United Nations 1267 Sanctions Committee Designation of ISIS-West Africa and ISIS-Greater Sahara</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson February 26, 2020 The United States welcomes the action taken by the United Nations Security Council’s 1267 al-Qa’ida and ISIL (Da’esh) Sanctions Committee on February 23 to add ISIS-West Africa (ISIS-WA) and ISIS-Greater Sahara (ISIS-GS) to its designations list. The United States designated ISIS-WA and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-nations-1267-sanctions-committee-designation-of-isis-west-africa-and-isis-greater-sahara/" aria-label="Read More United Nations 1267 Sanctions Committee Designation of ISIS-West Africa and ISIS-Greater Sahara" title="United Nations 1267 Sanctions Committee Designation of ISIS-West Africa and ISIS-Greater Sahara">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29372 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlighting-americas-commitment-to-africas-youth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AS-Nagy-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Tibor Nagy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AS-Nagy-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AS-Nagy-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/AS-Nagy-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Tibor Nagy" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlighting-americas-commitment-to-africas-youth/">Highlighting America’s Commitment to Africa’s Youth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>DIPNOTE: ECONOMIC PROSPERITY AND TRADE POLICY <a href="https://www.state.gov/biographies/tibor-p-nagy-jr/">TIBOR P. NAGY, JR., ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF AFRICAN AFFAIRS</a> FEBRUARY 19, 2020 Ensuring a peaceful, stable, and democratic future for Africa’s people is incredibly important, given what is at stake. Within the next 30 years, the population of Africa is projected to double to over 2 billion …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/highlighting-americas-commitment-to-africas-youth/" aria-label="Read More Highlighting America’s Commitment to Africa’s Youth" title="Highlighting America’s Commitment to Africa’s Youth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29331 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/">Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Addis Ababa, Ethiopia United Nations Economic Commission for Africa February 19, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning everyone. Vera, thank you. Thank you for the kind introduction. Thank you all very much for welcoming me. Let’s see, there we go. Vera, I think we got the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/liberating-africas-entrepreneurs/" aria-label="Read More Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs" title="Liberating Africa’s Entrepreneurs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29321 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-fiscal-year-fy-2021-budget-request/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-fiscal-year-fy-2021-budget-request/">Statement by USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Budget Request</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United States Agency for International Development Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release February 10, 2020 Today, President Trump released his <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D0016JJ3Rs76cgHFvrLIMlbP3pSfX6fsv8we7gxgCx3PwGa6WNZaz0EE_pwqQzDO4_U-9raAu9h5KzFQ1_jrTZMpKguugD_u_LaL53fcQ-5WEfXqNTnzsLht87tfj--xMF8UnvxAYKg2aLobAz-03EP55wWuUGw01h-9WTrEOAqRb3g%3D%26c%3D91RzNXXGyNmtfrCTa9z-pRpWabh8o6Xt61pPprNXMAS3htrFQhNgtw%3D%3D%26ch%3DVLobv8dUJBwKnuVtAQUFiRNGqq4NgntNQ7Pe8yUwM4WLd5sktp4B5Q%3D%3D&data=02%7C01%7CBoudreauxB%40state.gov%7C84bdbba124e24bcce14708d7ae627c3e%7C66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b%7C0%7C1%7C637169610330094704&sdata=DJpza03n896suL5n8peXC7eJKCpjfhIZ0bLU0Wog2jQ%3D&reserved=0">Budget Request for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021</a> , which includes $41 billion for the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Budget Request proposes $19.6 billion in funds USAID fully or partially manages to support the President’s commitment …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-fiscal-year-fy-2021-budget-request/" aria-label="Read More Statement by USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Budget Request" title="Statement by USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Budget Request">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29316 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senior-state-department-officials-previewing-secretary-pompeos-travel-to-germany-senegal-angola-ethiopia-saudi-arabia-and-oman/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senior-state-department-officials-previewing-secretary-pompeos-travel-to-germany-senegal-angola-ethiopia-saudi-arabia-and-oman/">Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Oman</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Special Briefing February 10, 2020 SENIOR STATE DEPARTMENT OFFICIAL THREE: Good afternoon, everybody. Great to have all of you on the phone again for another trip with Secretary Pompeo. This call is, of course, about our upcoming travel to Germany, Africa, and the Middle East. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senior-state-department-officials-previewing-secretary-pompeos-travel-to-germany-senegal-angola-ethiopia-saudi-arabia-and-oman/" aria-label="Read More Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Oman" title="Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Oman">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29310 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mike-pompeo-and-alex-azar-our-coronavirus-response-is-protecting-americans/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mike-pompeo-and-alex-azar-our-coronavirus-response-is-protecting-americans/">Mike Pompeo and Alex Azar: Our coronavirus response is protecting Americans</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State February 11, 2020 The first duty of the federal government is to keep our citizens safe. Since the United States first became aware on Dec. 30 of what has become known as the novel coronavirus, America’s public health officials have closely …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mike-pompeo-and-alex-azar-our-coronavirus-response-is-protecting-americans/" aria-label="Read More Mike Pompeo and Alex Azar: Our coronavirus response is protecting Americans" title="Mike Pompeo and Alex Azar: Our coronavirus response is protecting Americans">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29280 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/H-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/H-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/H-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania/">Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale visited Nouakchott February 12, where he met President Ghazounai, Prime Minister Sidiya, and Foreign Minister Ahmed. Under Secretary Hale reiterated America’s support for Mauritanian efforts to develop indigenous solutions to improve security, governance, and development throughout the region. He encouraged the government to strengthen protections against …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-for-political-affairs-visits-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania" title="Under Secretary for Political Affairs Visits Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29257 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-to-host-flintlock-2020-exercise/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Flintlock-200211-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Flintlock Photo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Flintlock-200211-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Flintlock-200211-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Flintlock-200211-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Flintlock Photo" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-to-host-flintlock-2020-exercise/">Mauritania to Host Flintlock 2020 Exercise</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Approximately 1,600 service members from the armies of 34 African and partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2020 at multiple locations in Mauritania (Atar, Nouakchott, and Kaedi) and Senegal (Thiès), from February 17 to 28, 2020. Flintlock is the U.S. Africa Command’s premier and largest annual Special Operations Forces exercise since 2005. It is designed …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-to-host-flintlock-2020-exercise/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania to Host Flintlock 2020 Exercise" title="Mauritania to Host Flintlock 2020 Exercise">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29232 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-david-hales-travel-to-senegal-mali-burkina-faso-and-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="State Department official David Hale testifies during a hearing of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about the future of U.S. policy towards Russia, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 in Washington, on Capitol Hill. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-350x210.jpg 350w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-768x461.jpg 768w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Under-Secretary-of-State-David-Hale-1140x684-1-200x120.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="David Hale" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-david-hales-travel-to-senegal-mali-burkina-faso-and-mauritania/">Under Secretary David Hale’s Travel to Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Media Note February 3, 2020 Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale will travel to West Africa from February 4-13, to advance America’s diplomatic engagement in the Sahel. His trip will focus on bolstering peace and security regional partnerships, including increased engagement between ECOWAS and the G5 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/under-secretary-david-hales-travel-to-senegal-mali-burkina-faso-and-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Under Secretary David Hale’s Travel to Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Mauritania" title="Under Secretary David Hale’s Travel to Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 February, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29206 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-the-liberation-of-auschwitz-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-the-liberation-of-auschwitz-2020/">Proclamation on National Day Of Remembrance Of The 75th Anniversary Of The Liberation Of Auschwitz, 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release January 24, 2020 On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we remember the 6 million Jews who perished in the Holocaust and pay tribute to the American soldiers and other Allied Forces who fought tirelessly to defeat the Nazi regime. We also …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-the-liberation-of-auschwitz-2020/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation on National Day Of Remembrance Of The 75th Anniversary Of The Liberation Of Auschwitz, 2020" title="Proclamation on National Day Of Remembrance Of The 75th Anniversary Of The Liberation Of Auschwitz, 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 January, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29196 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2020/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2020/">Annual Program Statement FY 2020</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY NOUAKCHOTT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Nouakchott, PAS Request for Statements of Interest: Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-Nouakchott-FY 2020 Deadline for Applications: Friday, March 13, 2020 at 12:00 noon GMT/UTC CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $45,000 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-program-statement-fy-2020/" aria-label="Read More Annual Program Statement FY 2020" title="Annual Program Statement FY 2020">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 January, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29182 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/iranian-strikes-in-iraq/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/iranian-strikes-in-iraq/">Iranian Strikes in Iraq</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Casualties: The President noted in his remarks that there were no casualties; governments of Iraq, Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, and Spain also reported no casualties among their soldiers in Iraq. Iraqi Protests Against Iran: Iraqi protesters in Nasiriyah reportedly refused to allow supporters of Iran-aligned groups Badr Organization, Asaib Ahl …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/iranian-strikes-in-iraq/" aria-label="Read More Iranian Strikes in Iraq" title="Iranian Strikes in Iraq">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 January, 2020 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29149 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-and-canada-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-on-critical-energy-minerals/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-and-canada-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-on-critical-energy-minerals/">United States and Canada Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Critical Energy Minerals</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Media Note December 18, 2019 Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Francis Fannon and Canadian Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Shawn Tupper signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today in Washington, D.C. on energy mineral resources. The United States and Canada recognize global demand for …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-and-canada-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-on-critical-energy-minerals/" aria-label="Read More United States and Canada Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Critical Energy Minerals" title="United States and Canada Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Critical Energy Minerals">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29140 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-algerian-presidential-elections/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-algerian-presidential-elections/">On Algerian Presidential Elections</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson December 13, 2019 The United States congratulates Algeria on the recent conclusion of presidential elections. The United States and Algeria enjoy a mutually respectful and beneficial partnership. We look forward to working with President-elect Abdelmadjid Tebboune to promote regional …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-algerian-presidential-elections/" aria-label="Read More On Algerian Presidential Elections" title="On Algerian Presidential Elections">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29134 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day-2/">International Anticorruption Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo December 9, 2019 Today, on International Anticorruption Day, we reaffirm our commitment to prevent and combat corruption globally. Corruption obstructs economic growth and development, facilitates transnational crime, and fuels terrorism, robbing citizens around the world of their basic …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day-2/" aria-label="Read More International Anticorruption Day" title="International Anticorruption Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29127 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day-3/">International Human Rights Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State December 10, 2019 In 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) to identify common rights and freedoms for all people in all nations. An American, former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt, chaired the UN Human Rights Commission …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day-3/" aria-label="Read More International Human Rights Day" title="International Human Rights Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29119 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-world-aids-day-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-world-aids-day-2019/">Presidential Proclamation on World AIDS Day, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 27, 2019 Our Nation unites on World AIDS Day to show support for people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). We also pause to solemnly remember those worldwide who have lost their lives to HIV and AIDS-related illnesses. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-world-aids-day-2019/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Proclamation on World AIDS Day, 2019" title="Presidential Proclamation on World AIDS Day, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29109 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/">International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo November 25, 2019 In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States is proud to reaffirm its commitment …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/" aria-label="Read More International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women" title="International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29103 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-partnership-with-the-african-union/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-partnership-with-the-african-union/">U.S. Partnership With the African Union</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson November 15, 2019 Since the United States became the first non-African country to establish a dedicated diplomatic mission to the African Union in 2006, the United States and African Union Commission (AUC) have built an enduring partnership based on mutual interests and shared values. The …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-partnership-with-the-african-union/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Partnership With the African Union" title="U.S. Partnership With the African Union">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29088 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-by-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-by-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/">Joint Communique by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office Of The Spokesperson Washington D.C. November 14, 2019 The following is the text of a Joint Communique by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS. Begin text: Over five years of military and civilian engagement, the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, with its partners, have liberated Iraq and northeast Syria from …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-by-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/" aria-label="Read More Joint Communique by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS" title="Joint Communique by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 November, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29083 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-announces-nearly-56-million-in-additional-humanitarian-assistance-to-contain-ebola-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-announces-nearly-56-million-in-additional-humanitarian-assistance-to-contain-ebola-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/">USAID Announces Nearly $56 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Contain Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID For Immediate Release Press Release November 8, 2019 The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing nearly $56 million in additional humanitarian assistance to help end the ongoing outbreak of Ebola in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the second-largest outbreak of the disease on record. This brings …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-announces-nearly-56-million-in-additional-humanitarian-assistance-to-contain-ebola-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/" aria-label="Read More USAID Announces Nearly $56 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Contain Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo" title="USAID Announces Nearly $56 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Contain Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29077 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/power-africa-and-africa50-announce-new-partnership-to-implement-energy-and-transmission-projects/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/power-africa-and-africa50-announce-new-partnership-to-implement-energy-and-transmission-projects/">Power Africa and Africa50 Announce New Partnership to Implement Energy and Transmission Projects</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID from the American People Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Joint Press Release JOHANNESBURG — On November 12, Power Africa and Africa50 signed a memorandum of understanding for a new partnership focused on attracting power sector financing and developing innovative public private partnership models in sub-Saharan Africa. Africa50 will be the nineteenth development partner to join the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/power-africa-and-africa50-announce-new-partnership-to-implement-energy-and-transmission-projects/" aria-label="Read More Power Africa and Africa50 Announce New Partnership to Implement Energy and Transmission Projects" title="Power Africa and Africa50 Announce New Partnership to Implement Energy and Transmission Projects">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29070 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-and-african-development-bank-partner-to-support-development-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-and-african-development-bank-partner-to-support-development-in-africa/">DFC and African Development Bank Partner to Support Development in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>DFC U.S International Development Finance Corporation Press Release November 12, 2019 Sign MOU strengthening collaboration to advance shared goals across the continent JOHANNESBURG – Adam Boehler, Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), today joined Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) strengthening …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/dfc-and-african-development-bank-partner-to-support-development-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More DFC and African Development Bank Partner to Support Development in Africa" title="DFC and African Development Bank Partner to Support Development in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29064 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-of-state-terrorist-designation-of-amadou-kouffa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-of-state-terrorist-designation-of-amadou-kouffa/">U.S. Department of State Terrorist Designation of Amadou Kouffa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office Of The Spokesperson November 7, 2019 The Department of State has designated Amadou Kouffa as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) under Executive Order 13224, which imposes sanctions on foreign persons who have committed, or pose a significant risk of committing, acts of terrorism. Today’s designation seeks to deny Kouffa the resources to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-of-state-terrorist-designation-of-amadou-kouffa/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Department of State Terrorist Designation of Amadou Kouffa" title="U.S. Department of State Terrorist Designation of Amadou Kouffa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29052 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ministerial-meeting-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isiss-small-group/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ministerial-meeting-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isiss-small-group/">Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Media Note October 28, 2019 U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo looks forward to hosting the Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS for an extraordinary meeting on November 14 in Washington, D.C. to review next steps in the joint campaign to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ministerial-meeting-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isiss-small-group/" aria-label="Read More Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group" title="Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29042 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/political-situation-in-lebanon/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/political-situation-in-lebanon/">Political Situation in Lebanon</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State October 29, 2019 In light of Prime Minister Hariri’s resignation, the United States calls on Lebanon’s political leaders to urgently facilitate the formation of a new government that can build a stable, prosperous, and secure Lebanon that is responsive to the needs of its citizens. The peaceful demonstrations and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/political-situation-in-lebanon/" aria-label="Read More Political Situation in Lebanon" title="Political Situation in Lebanon">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29034 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-religious-freedom-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-religious-freedom-day/">International Religious Freedom Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State 10/27/2019 08:14 AM EDT Freedom of religion is a cherished American value and a fundamental freedom. The Founding Fathers understood religious freedom not as the state’s creation, but as the unalienable birthright of human beings. Today, we commemorate the 21st anniversary of the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRF …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-religious-freedom-day/" aria-label="Read More International Religious Freedom Day" title="International Religious Freedom Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29026 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-the-presidents-interagency-task-force-to-monitor-and-combat-trafficking-in-persons/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-the-presidents-interagency-task-force-to-monitor-and-combat-trafficking-in-persons/">Meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo October 29, 2019 It was an honor to chair this Administration’s second meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. I was pleased to be joined by several members of the U.S. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-the-presidents-interagency-task-force-to-monitor-and-combat-trafficking-in-persons/" aria-label="Read More Meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons" title="Meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-29017 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-death-of-abu-bakr-al-baghdadi/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-death-of-abu-bakr-al-baghdadi/">On the Death of Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State October 27, 2019 This is a great day for United States, the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, and people all across the world who have suffered far too long from the cruelty of terrorism. ISIS’s leader, Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi, met the fate that he …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-death-of-abu-bakr-al-baghdadi/" aria-label="Read More On the Death of Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi" title="On the Death of Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28999 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-the-awarding-of-the-nobel-peace-prize-to-prime-minister-abiy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-the-awarding-of-the-nobel-peace-prize-to-prime-minister-abiy/">Congratulations on the Awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to Prime Minister Abiy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Press Statement by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State October 12, 2019 The United States congratulates Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of Ethiopia, on the prestigious honor of being the 100th recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Prime Minister Abiy’s commitment to seeking peace …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/congratulations-on-the-awarding-of-the-nobel-peace-prize-to-prime-minister-abiy/" aria-label="Read More Congratulations on the Awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to Prime Minister Abiy" title="Congratulations on the Awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to Prime Minister Abiy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28993 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeos-call-with-french-foreign-minister-jean-yves-le-drian/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeos-call-with-french-foreign-minister-jean-yves-le-drian/">Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Readout October 11, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: ‎ Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Le Drian spoke about their concerns for the Turkish military incursion into …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeos-call-with-french-foreign-minister-jean-yves-le-drian/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian" title="Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28984 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-2/">Statement from the Press Secretary</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Foreign Policy October 12, 2019 Today, President Donald J. Trump released $50 million in stabilization assistance for Syria to protect persecuted ethnic and religious minorities, and advance human rights. This funding will provide emergency financial assistance to Syrian human rights defenders, civil society organizations, and reconciliation efforts directly supporting ethnic and religious minority victims of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-2/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the Press Secretary" title="Statement from the Press Secretary">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28975 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sanctioning-the-government-of-turkey-in-response-to-the-ongoing-military-offensive-in-northeast-syria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sanctioning-the-government-of-turkey-in-response-to-the-ongoing-military-offensive-in-northeast-syria/">Sanctioning the Government of Turkey in Response to the Ongoing Military Offensive in Northeast Syria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State October 14, 2019 On Friday, the United States signaled its intent to take action in response to Turkey’s ongoing unilateral military offensive in northeast Syria. President Donald J. Trump has now signed an Executive Order to press Turkey to halt its military offensive against northeast Syria and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/sanctioning-the-government-of-turkey-in-response-to-the-ongoing-military-offensive-in-northeast-syria/" aria-label="Read More Sanctioning the Government of Turkey in Response to the Ongoing Military Offensive in Northeast Syria" title="Sanctioning the Government of Turkey in Response to the Ongoing Military Offensive in Northeast Syria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 October, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28956 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom-new-york-ny/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom-new-york-ny/">Remarks by President Trump at the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom | New York, NY</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Remarks September 23, 2019 United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 11:47 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: That’s very nice. Thank you very much. That’s very nice. And I want to thank Mike. Today, it’s a true honor to be the first President of the United States to host a meeting at the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom-new-york-ny/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump at the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom | New York, NY" title="Remarks by President Trump at the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom | New York, NY">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28947 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-participation-in-the-global-counterterrorism-forum-ministerial-at-unga/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-participation-in-the-global-counterterrorism-forum-ministerial-at-unga/">Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Participation in the Global Counterterrorism Forum Ministerial at UNGA</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Readout Office of the Spokesperson September 25, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus:‎ Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan participated today in the tenth Ministerial Plenary meeting of the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) on the margins of the 74th UN General Assembly, in New York. The Deputy …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-participation-in-the-global-counterterrorism-forum-ministerial-at-unga/" aria-label="Read More Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Participation in the Global Counterterrorism Forum Ministerial at UNGA" title="Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Participation in the Global Counterterrorism Forum Ministerial at UNGA">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28941 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivan-hosts-african-foreign-ministers-for-a-roundtable-discussion-on-enhancing-trade-and-investment-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivan-hosts-african-foreign-ministers-for-a-roundtable-discussion-on-enhancing-trade-and-investment-in-africa/">Deputy Secretary Sullivan Hosts African Foreign Ministers for a Roundtable Discussion on Enhancing Trade and Investment in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Media Note September 25, 2019 Today, Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan hosted African foreign ministers and senior officials from Angola, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Senegal, and South Africa, together with senior executives from several U.S. corporations and business councils, for …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivan-hosts-african-foreign-ministers-for-a-roundtable-discussion-on-enhancing-trade-and-investment-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More Deputy Secretary Sullivan Hosts African Foreign Ministers for a Roundtable Discussion on Enhancing Trade and Investment in Africa" title="Deputy Secretary Sullivan Hosts African Foreign Ministers for a Roundtable Discussion on Enhancing Trade and Investment in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28931 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom/">Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Remarks September 23, 2019 United Nations New York City, New York SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you all. I want to thank the many world leaders who are here today. Thank you, Vice President Pence, for your work on this issue. I especially want to thank …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-united-nations-event-on-religious-freedom/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom" title="Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At the United Nations Event on Religious Freedom">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28919 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-president-of-the-united-states"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/livestream-president-trump-addresses-the-74th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/livestream-president-trump-addresses-the-74th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/">LIVESTREAM: President Trump Addresses the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p> </p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/livestream-president-trump-addresses-the-74th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly/" aria-label="Read More LIVESTREAM: President Trump Addresses the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly" title="LIVESTREAM: President Trump Addresses the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28886 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary/">Statement from the Press Secretary</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Statements and Releases September 18, 2019 President Donald J. Trump will host and provide keynote remarks at the Global Call to Protect Religious Freedom event on Monday, September 23, 2019, at the United Nations Headquarters. Vice President Mike Pence will also be in attendance and will introduce President Trump. The President is …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the Press Secretary" title="Statement from the Press Secretary">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28876 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/condemning-taliban-violence/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/condemning-taliban-violence/">Condemning Taliban Violence</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary Of State September 17, 2019 The United States condemns the recent Taliban attacks on the people, institutions, and infrastructure of Afghanistan. Just today, the Taliban has claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack carried out by a suicide bomber in Kabul that killed more than 20 Afghans. They also claimed …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/condemning-taliban-violence/" aria-label="Read More Condemning Taliban Violence" title="Condemning Taliban Violence">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28867 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-of-democracy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-of-democracy/">International Day of Democracy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release September 15, 2019 On this International Day of Democracy, we reflect on our nation’s unwavering commitment to the unalienable rights that create the foundation of our democracy. In the United States, those rights are defined by respect for individual liberty and human dignity. A vibrant, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-of-democracy/" aria-label="Read More International Day of Democracy" title="International Day of Democracy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 September, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28837 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-commitment-to-protect-victims-of-acts-of-violence-based-on-religion-or-belief/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-commitment-to-protect-victims-of-acts-of-violence-based-on-religion-or-belief/">International Commitment to Protect Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo August 22, 2019 Today we mark the first International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. This day serves as a reminder of the need to promote and protect the unalienable right of religious …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-commitment-to-protect-victims-of-acts-of-violence-based-on-religion-or-belief/" aria-label="Read More International Commitment to Protect Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief" title="International Commitment to Protect Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 August, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28813 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/stories-of-empowerment-from-the-young-african-leaders-initiative/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/stories-of-empowerment-from-the-young-african-leaders-initiative/">Stories of Empowerment from the Young African Leaders Initiative</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Stories of Empowerment from the Young African Leaders Initiative By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/elizabeth-georgakopoulos">Elizabeth Georgakopoulos</a> on August 6, 2019 For Mandela Washington Fellows Leah and Augustine, the Summit marks the official end of their U.S. State Department-sponsored fellowship, but for these leaders, it marks the beginning of a new stage in their commitment to lead innovation in their home countries. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/stories-of-empowerment-from-the-young-african-leaders-initiative/" aria-label="Read More Stories of Empowerment from the Young African Leaders Initiative" title="Stories of Empowerment from the Young African Leaders Initiative">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28806 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-adha/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-adha/">On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Susan and I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims around the world who are celebrating Eid al-Adha – from our friends and allies to our Muslim colleagues across the State Department. Eid al-Adha marks the end of the Hajj, in which millions of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-adha/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha" title="On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28769 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-g5-sahel-joint-force/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/web-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="United States Strongly Support G5 Sahel Joint Force" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-g5-sahel-joint-force/">United States Strongly Support G5 Sahel Joint Force</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>In a ceremony today, attended by the Mauritanian Minister of Defense, Yahya Ould Hademine, United States Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania and United States Representative to the Permanent Secretariat of the G5 Sahel, Michael Dodman, delivered to the Armed Forces of Mauritania $15 million in equipment, and related training, that will support the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-strongly-support-g5-sahel-joint-force/" aria-label="Read More United States Strongly Support G5 Sahel Joint Force" title="United States Strongly Support G5 Sahel Joint Force">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28718 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-and-advisor-to-the-president-ivanka-trump-announce-partnerships-and-new-projects-through-the-womens-global-development/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-and-advisor-to-the-president-ivanka-trump-announce-partnerships-and-new-projects-through-the-womens-global-development/">USAID Administrator Mark Green and Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump Announce Partnerships and new Projects through the Women’s Global Development</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release Wednesday, July 10, 2019 Office of Press Relations Today, U.S. Agency for International Development Administrator (USAID) Mark Green and Ivanka Trump, Advisor to the President, announced 14 new projects with more than 200 public- and private-sector partners across 22 countries to support the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Initiative. These partnerships, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-and-advisor-to-the-president-ivanka-trump-announce-partnerships-and-new-projects-through-the-womens-global-development/" aria-label="Read More USAID Administrator Mark Green and Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump Announce Partnerships and new Projects through the Women’s Global Development" title="USAID Administrator Mark Green and Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump Announce Partnerships and new Projects through the Women’s Global Development">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28712 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-greens-statement-on-the-designation-of-ebola-as-a-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-greens-statement-on-the-designation-of-ebola-as-a-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern/">USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Statement on the Designation of Ebola as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID For Immediate Release Statement July 17, 2019 Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) designated the outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) under the International Health Regulations (2005). The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) applauds this decision, and will continue …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-greens-statement-on-the-designation-of-ebola-as-a-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern/" aria-label="Read More USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Statement on the Designation of Ebola as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern" title="USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Statement on the Designation of Ebola as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28648 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-michael-dodman-independence-day-remarks-nouakchott-mauritania-on-july-3-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/4thofjuly1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Independence Day 2019" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/4thofjuly1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/4thofjuly1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/4thofjuly1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Independence Day 2019" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-michael-dodman-independence-day-remarks-nouakchott-mauritania-on-july-3-2019/">Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks (Nouakchott, Mauritania on July 3, 2019)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As prepared for delivery: Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation and members of the government delegation, Fellow members of the diplomatic corps, Friends from the business community, civil society and the government, Ladies and gentlemen, honored guests, It is my honor to welcome you, in the name of the people and government of the United …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-michael-dodman-independence-day-remarks-nouakchott-mauritania-on-july-3-2019/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks (Nouakchott, Mauritania on July 3, 2019)" title="Ambassador Michael Dodman Independence Day Remarks (Nouakchott, Mauritania on July 3, 2019)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28632 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-is-providing-98-million-in-assistance-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-in-response-to-the-ebola-outbreak/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-is-providing-98-million-in-assistance-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-in-response-to-the-ebola-outbreak/">THE UNITED STATES IS PROVIDING $98 MILLION IN ASSISTANCE IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO IN RESPONSE TO THE EBOLA OUTBREAK</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Office of Press Relations Telephone: +1.202.712.4320 | Email: press@usaid.gov The United States is providing more than $98 million in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in response to the Ebola outbreak since it began in August 2018. Last month, USAID Administrator Mark Green visited Ebola-affected areas in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-is-providing-98-million-in-assistance-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-in-response-to-the-ebola-outbreak/" aria-label="Read More THE UNITED STATES IS PROVIDING $98 MILLION IN ASSISTANCE IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO IN RESPONSE TO THE EBOLA OUTBREAK" title="THE UNITED STATES IS PROVIDING $98 MILLION IN ASSISTANCE IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO IN RESPONSE TO THE EBOLA OUTBREAK">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28617 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-remarks-english-program-and-computer-training-graduation-ceremony-iseri/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IS-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="English program and computer training graduation ceremony ISERI" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IS-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IS-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IS-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="English program and computer training graduation ceremony ISERI" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-remarks-english-program-and-computer-training-graduation-ceremony-iseri/">Ambassador’s remarks: English program and computer training graduation ceremony ISERI</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mr. Executive Director of the High Institute for Research and Islamic Studies; Mr. Vice Director; Mr. Director of Scientific Research; Mr. Director of Studies; English language and Computer Instructors; American Corner Coordinator; Dear students and colleagues; I am delighted to join you today at ISERI to celebrate the achievements of 178 students, including 122 who …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassadors-remarks-english-program-and-computer-training-graduation-ceremony-iseri/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador’s remarks: English program and computer training graduation ceremony ISERI" title="Ambassador’s remarks: English program and computer training graduation ceremony ISERI">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28606 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/4th-of-july-community-celebration/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/4th-of-july-community-celebration/">4th of July Community Celebration</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>All U.S. Citizens with a U.S. Passport are invited to the U.S. Embassy Nouakchott for a 4th of July Community Celebration. This event is only for U.S. citizens. Citizens of other countries may not attend the event. When: Thursday 7/4/2019 from 5pm-8pm What: We will have yard games, Marines will have hamburgers, chips and sodas. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/4th-of-july-community-celebration/" aria-label="Read More 4th of July Community Celebration" title="4th of July Community Celebration">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28599 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/promoting-shared-american-and-african-prosperity-and-security/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/promoting-shared-american-and-african-prosperity-and-security/">Promoting Shared American and African Prosperity and Security</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/tibor-p-nagy-jr">Tibor P. Nagy Jr.</a> on June 26, 2019 Traveling across Africa and meeting with government officials, business leaders, civil society, and Africa’s dynamic youth is my favorite part of the job as Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs. These trips are the best way to hear a range of views and to discuss concrete ways to strengthen …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/promoting-shared-american-and-african-prosperity-and-security/" aria-label="Read More Promoting Shared American and African Prosperity and Security" title="Promoting Shared American and African Prosperity and Security">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28590 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-presidential-election-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-presidential-election-in-mauritania/">Press Release (Presidential Election in Mauritania)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Embassy of the United States of America applauds the successful Mauritanian presidential election of June 22, 2019. We take this opportunity to extend our warm congratulations to the President-elect HE. Mohamed Cheikh Mohamed Ahmed Cheikh Ghazouani and to the Mauritanian people. This important election, which allowed the peaceful transfer of power from one democratically …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-presidential-election-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Press Release (Presidential Election in Mauritania)" title="Press Release (Presidential Election in Mauritania)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28580 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-release-of-the-2018-annual-report-on-international-religious-freedom/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-release-of-the-2018-annual-report-on-international-religious-freedom/">Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo at the Release of the 2018 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Remarks by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State June 21, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. I’m proud to be here today to speak about the State Department’s ongoing mission to advance international religious freedom. This mission is not just a Trump administration priority – …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-release-of-the-2018-annual-report-on-international-religious-freedom/" aria-label="Read More Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo at the Release of the 2018 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom" title="Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo at the Release of the 2018 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28568 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-2019-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-2019-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/">Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the 2019 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release June 20, 2019 Excerpts – Remarks Benjamin Franklin Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Welcome. First, I want to welcome all of the human trafficking survivors in attendance here today. You are all heroes. This is a very special morning. You are …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-2019-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the 2019 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony" title="Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the 2019 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28556 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-world-refugee-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-world-refugee-day/">On the Occasion of World Refugee Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo June 20, 2019 On World Refugee Day, we recognize the plight of millions of refugees who have fled their homes due to conflict and persecution, and we reaffirm our commitment to provide life-saving assistance for the most vulnerable. According to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-world-refugee-day/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of World Refugee Day" title="On the Occasion of World Refugee Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28548 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-mauritanian-elections-june-20-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-mauritanian-elections-june-20-2019/">Security Alert – Mauritanian Elections June 20, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Mauritania Event: The Mauritanian presidential election is set for June 22, 2019. Polls are scheduled to be open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Election day is an exciting day and we encourage U.S. citizens to be mindful of their surroundings and avoid demonstrations as Mauritanian citizens and residents exercise their democratic rights. Large …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-mauritanian-elections-june-20-2019/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert – Mauritanian Elections June 20, 2019" title="Security Alert – Mauritanian Elections June 20, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28545 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-government-launches-project-on-citizen-engagement-of-women-and-youth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-government-launches-project-on-citizen-engagement-of-women-and-youth/">United States Government launches project on citizen engagement of women and youth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>(Nouakchott, June 18, 2019) – As part of its support to Mauritanian civil society, the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has just launched the Civic Engagement and Constructive Dialogue for a Peaceful Transition in Mauritania (CECDPTM) project. This project is implemented by the International Republican Institute (IRI) through …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-government-launches-project-on-citizen-engagement-of-women-and-youth/" aria-label="Read More United States Government launches project on citizen engagement of women and youth" title="United States Government launches project on citizen engagement of women and youth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28538 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-u-s-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-u-s-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/">STATEMENT BY USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN ON THE U.S. STRATEGY ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Statement For Immediate Release Office of Press Relations Tuesday, June 11, 2019 The Women, Peace, and Security Act, signed into law by President Trump in 2017, demonstrates the United States’ commitment to addressing the challenges faced by women and girls in conflict- and disaster-affected areas around the world. Consistent with the <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NSS-Final-12-18-2017-0905.pdf">President’s National Security Strategy</a> , which recognizes the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-u-s-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/" aria-label="Read More STATEMENT BY USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN ON THE U.S. STRATEGY ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY" title="STATEMENT BY USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN ON THE U.S. STRATEGY ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28532 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-travels-to-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-travels-to-africa/">USAID Administrator Mark Green Travels To Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release Media Advisory June 11, 2019 U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green will travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and the Republics of Rwanda, Kenya, and Mozambique from June 14 to June 22, 2019. Administrator Green will visit USAID-funded programs related to economic …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-travels-to-africa/" aria-label="Read More USAID Administrator Mark Green Travels To Africa" title="USAID Administrator Mark Green Travels To Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28522 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-eastern-and-southern-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-eastern-and-southern-africa/">Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to Eastern and Southern Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Media Note June 10, 2019 Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Tibor Nagy will travel to Sudan, Ethiopia, Mozambique, and South Africa from June 12-23, 2019. In Sudan, he will meet with members of the Forces for Freedom and Change (FFC) and the Transitional Military Council. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-eastern-and-southern-africa/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to Eastern and Southern Africa" title="Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to Eastern and Southern Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28516 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/energy-resource-governance-initiative/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/energy-resource-governance-initiative/">Energy Resource Governance Initiative</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Fact Sheet Office Of The Spokesperson June 11, 2019 Increasing demand for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and battery storage technologies will create unprecedented demand for energy resource minerals. Energy Resource Governance Initiative (ERGI) is a U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR)-led effort designed to promote sound mining sector governance and resilient energy …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/energy-resource-governance-initiative/" aria-label="Read More Energy Resource Governance Initiative" title="Energy Resource Governance Initiative">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28510 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-the-united-states-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-the-united-states-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/">Release of the United States Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo June 11, 2019 Women around the world have an essential role in conflict prevention and resolution, security provision, peace processes, and countering terrorism. For over a decade, the United States has been a leader in promoting global peace and stability …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/release-of-the-united-states-strategy-on-women-peace-and-security/" aria-label="Read More Release of the United States Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security" title="Release of the United States Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28503 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-d-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-d-day/">Proclamation on National Day of Remembrance of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House June 6, 2019 On June 6, 1944, D-Day, more than 130,000 American and Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, and thousands more parachuted in behind enemy lines, on a mission to retake Europe from the control of Nazi Germany. The night before the operation, the largest amphibious assault in the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-national-day-of-remembrance-of-the-75th-anniversary-of-d-day/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation on National Day of Remembrance of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day" title="Proclamation on National Day of Remembrance of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28493 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2019/">Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release June 3, 2019 Melania joins me in sending our warmest greetings on Eid al-Fitr. At the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the day of Eid through prayer and reflection. This sacred day provides Muslims, both in the United States and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-eid-al-fitr-2019/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2019" title="Presidential Message on Eid al-Fitr, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28484 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-2/">On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo June 3, 2019 On behalf of the United States Department of State, I would like to wish all Muslims a blessed Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan and is a time for celebration across Muslim communities worldwide. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr-2/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr" title="On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28476 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-niger-mali-and-burkina-faso/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-niger-mali-and-burkina-faso/">Terrorist Attacks in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson May 20, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms last week’s terror attacks in Niger, as well as recent attacks in Mali and Burkina Faso, which have taken the lives of security forces defending their nations. We offer our deepest condolences to the families and friends of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-niger-mali-and-burkina-faso/" aria-label="Read More Terrorist Attacks in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso" title="Terrorist Attacks in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28467 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-g5-sahel/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-g5-sahel/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on G5 Sahel</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Jonathan Cohen U.S. Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City May 16, 2019 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. And thanks to today’s briefers. A warm welcome to Foreign Minister Barry. Mr. President, the last six months in the Sahel have been concerning. The security …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-g5-sahel/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on G5 Sahel" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on G5 Sahel">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28457 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-3/">Press Release</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As friends of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania and its people, the United States will follow the 2019 presidential election closely. This election is a milestone in Mauritania’s democratic development. The United States government is committed to work closely with the country’s next president and government, to continue building and strengthening the strong bilateral partnership …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-3/" aria-label="Read More Press Release" title="Press Release">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28446 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-launch-of-the-u-s-global-health-security-strategy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-launch-of-the-u-s-global-health-security-strategy/">USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Launch of the U.S. Global Health Security Strategy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release Thursday, May 9, 2019 The increase in the number of infectious-diseases outbreaks (e.g., Ebola, Zika, and yellow fever) around the world and the risk posed by an accidental or deliberate release of dangerous pathogens highlight the need for a sustained, multi-sectoral, and coordinated United States response. U.S. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-on-the-launch-of-the-u-s-global-health-security-strategy/" aria-label="Read More USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Launch of the U.S. Global Health Security Strategy" title="USAID Administrator Mark Green on the Launch of the U.S. Global Health Security Strategy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28440 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/text-of-a-notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-the-central-african-republic/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/text-of-a-notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-the-central-african-republic/">Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Central African Republic</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House May 8, 2019 On May 12, 2014, by Executive Order 13667, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States constituted by the situation in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/text-of-a-notice-on-the-continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-the-central-african-republic/" aria-label="Read More Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Central African Republic" title="Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Central African Republic">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28431 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-2019-white-house-iftar-dinner/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-2019-white-house-iftar-dinner/">Remarks by President Trump at 2019 White House Iftar Dinner</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 13, 2019 State Dining Room 8:37 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much, everybody. Please. And good evening. During this very special time when Muslims around the world celebrate Ramadan, it is my great privilege to welcome you to this Iftar …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-2019-white-house-iftar-dinner/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump at 2019 White House Iftar Dinner" title="Remarks by President Trump at 2019 White House Iftar Dinner">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28411 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan-2019/">Presidential Message on Ramadan, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 5, 2019 I send my warmest greetings to all Muslims observing the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan commemorates when the sacred Quran was revealed to Muhammad. At the spotting of the crescent moon, Muslim families and communities will honor this revelation by beginning …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan-2019/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Message on Ramadan, 2019" title="Presidential Message on Ramadan, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28399 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-3/">World Press Freedom Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 3, 2019 On World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting safety and freedom for members of the press. A free and independent media is indispensable to a vibrant, functioning democracy. Despite some progress, journalists around the world continue to be persecuted, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-3/" aria-label="Read More World Press Freedom Day" title="World Press Freedom Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28390 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-3/">On the Occasion of Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 5, 2019 On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend best wishes to Muslim communities at home and abroad for a blessed Ramadan. For many Muslims, this month is an occasion to focus on spiritual rejuvenation, kindness and resilience, compassion for those …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-3/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Ramadan" title="On the Occasion of Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28369 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-in-honor-of-2019-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0540-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Reception in Honor of 2019 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0540-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0540-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_0540-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Reception in Honor of 2019 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-in-honor-of-2019-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/">Reception in Honor of 2019 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania has organized this morning, April 30, 2019, a reception presided by His Excellency Mr. Ambassador Michael Dodman, to honor the Mauritanian students who have been selected this year to participate in further studies in the United States. 21 young Mauritanians have been selected this year to participate in some of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-in-honor-of-2019-grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/" aria-label="Read More Reception in Honor of 2019 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" title="Reception in Honor of 2019 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28346 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-humanitarian-situation-in-syria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-humanitarian-situation-in-syria/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Humanitarian Situation in Syria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Jonathan Cohen Acting Permanent Representative U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City April 24, 2019 As Delivered Thank you, Mr. President. During a December 2018 Arria-formula meeting on the situation of persons with disabilities in conflict, the United States made a commitment to raise the situation of persons with disabilities more systemically …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-humanitarian-situation-in-syria/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Humanitarian Situation in Syria" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Humanitarian Situation in Syria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28340 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-world-intellectual-property-day-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-world-intellectual-property-day-2019/">Proclamation on World Intellectual Property Day, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House April 25, 2019 On World Intellectual Property Day, we celebrate the essential role of innovation in the strength and expansion of our economy. Our free market continues to unleash the imagination of our Nation’s talented creators, inventors, and entrepreneurs, enabling them to develop products that improve and elevate lives across our country …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/proclamation-on-world-intellectual-property-day-2019/" aria-label="Read More Proclamation on World Intellectual Property Day, 2019" title="Proclamation on World Intellectual Property Day, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28320 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-sudan/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-sudan/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Sudan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United State Mission to the United Nations Ambassador Jonathan Cohen Acting Permanent Representative U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City April 17, 2019 As Delivered Thank you, Mr. President. And welcome, it’s great to have you join us in the Council today. Mr. President, over the past days, we have seen a dramatic …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-sudan/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Sudan" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Sudan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28305 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/improving-the-living-conditions-of-refugee-host-communities-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8141-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8141-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8141-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8141-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/improving-the-living-conditions-of-refugee-host-communities-in-mauritania/">Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott – The Hodh Ech Chargui region of Mauritania faces challenges linked to access to water and animal health, with livestock being the only means of subsistence. More than 50,000 refugees who live in the camp and the host communities as well as the host populations are cattle farmers. To address some of these challenges, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/improving-the-living-conditions-of-refugee-host-communities-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania" title="Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28287 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/intent-to-designate-the-islamic-revolutionary-guards-corps-as-a-foreign-terrorist-organization/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/intent-to-designate-the-islamic-revolutionary-guards-corps-as-a-foreign-terrorist-organization/">Intent To Designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a Foreign Terrorist Organization</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 8, 2019 Today, the Secretary of State announced his intent to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), including its Qods Force, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) under section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This designation is a historic step to counter Iran-backed …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/intent-to-designate-the-islamic-revolutionary-guards-corps-as-a-foreign-terrorist-organization/" aria-label="Read More Intent To Designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a Foreign Terrorist Organization" title="Intent To Designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a Foreign Terrorist Organization">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28278 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/situation-in-libya/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/situation-in-libya/">Situation in Libya</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 7, 2019 The United States is deeply concerned about fighting near Tripoli. We have made clear that we oppose the military offensive by Khalifa Haftar’s forces and urge the immediate halt to these military operations against the Libyan capital. Forces should return to status …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/situation-in-libya/" aria-label="Read More Situation in Libya" title="Situation in Libya">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28260 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-meeting-with-malian-prime-minister-soumeylou-boubeye-maiga/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-meeting-with-malian-prime-minister-soumeylou-boubeye-maiga/">Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Meeting With Malian Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Readout March 26, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino:‎ Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan met today with Malian Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga. Deputy Secretary Sullivan offered his deepest condolences to those affected by the violence in the Mopti …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/deputy-secretary-sullivans-meeting-with-malian-prime-minister-soumeylou-boubeye-maiga/" aria-label="Read More Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Meeting With Malian Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga" title="Deputy Secretary Sullivan’s Meeting With Malian Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28251 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-liberation-of-isis-controlled-territory/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-liberation-of-isis-controlled-territory/">Statement from the President on the Liberation of ISIS-Controlled Territory</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release March 23, 2019 I am pleased to announce that, together with our partners in the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, including the Iraqi Security Forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces, the United States has liberated all ISIS-controlled territory in Syria and Iraq—100 Percent of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-liberation-of-isis-controlled-territory/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the President on the Liberation of ISIS-Controlled Territory" title="Statement from the President on the Liberation of ISIS-Controlled Territory">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28126 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-departure-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-departure-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/">Temporary Departure of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo March 14, 2019 Today, all U.S. diplomats remaining in Venezuela departed the country. I know it is a difficult moment for them. They are fully dedicated to our mission of supporting the Venezuelan people’s aspirations to live in a democracy …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/temporary-departure-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/" aria-label="Read More Temporary Departure of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela" title="Temporary Departure of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28117 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-release-of-the-2018-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-release-of-the-2018-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/">Remarks on the Release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of state Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 13, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Since America’s founding, the concept of individual rights has been woven into the national fabric. As my friend and scholar Mary Ann Glendon has written, it has given weak members of our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-release-of-the-2018-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/" aria-label="Read More Remarks on the Release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices" title="Remarks on the Release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28104 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-and-usaid-fy-2020-budget-request/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-and-usaid-fy-2020-budget-request/">Department of State and USAID FY 2020 Budget Request</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo March 11, 2019 Today, President Trump requested $40 billion for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) budget. This request upholds the President’s commitment to protect our country and put American interests …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-and-usaid-fy-2020-budget-request/" aria-label="Read More Department of State and USAID FY 2020 Budget Request" title="Department of State and USAID FY 2020 Budget Request">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28098 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-and-u-s-agency-for-international-development-fy-2020-budget-request/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-and-u-s-agency-for-international-development-fy-2020-budget-request/">State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development FY 2020 Budget Request</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Fact Sheet March 11, 2019 The President’s FY 2020 budget request proposes $40 billion for the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The FY 2020 budget request provides the necessary resources to protect United States citizens, increase American prosperity by utilizing foreign …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-and-u-s-agency-for-international-development-fy-2020-budget-request/" aria-label="Read More State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development FY 2020 Budget Request" title="State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development FY 2020 Budget Request">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28089 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-withdrawal-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-withdrawal-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/">On the Withdrawal of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States will withdraw all remaining U.S. personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, Venezuela this week. Like the January 24 decision to withdraw all dependents and reduce embassy staff to a minimum, this decision reflects the deteriorating situation in Venezuela as well as the conclusion that the presence of U.S. diplomatic staff at …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-withdrawal-of-u-s-diplomatic-personnel-from-venezuela/" aria-label="Read More On the Withdrawal of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela" title="On the Withdrawal of U.S. Diplomatic Personnel From Venezuela">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28083 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-tightens-sanctions-on-venezuela-by-targeting-russia-based-bank/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-tightens-sanctions-on-venezuela-by-targeting-russia-based-bank/">The United States Tightens Sanctions on Venezuela by Targeting Russia-Based Bank</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 11, 2019 Today, the United States sanctioned Evrofinance Mosnarbank, a Moscow-based bank jointly owned by Russia and Venezuela. With this action, we are targeting a financial institution involved in facilitating illegitimate transactions that prolong Maduro’s usurpation of democracy. As Maduro’s isolation grows, so do his desperate …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-united-states-tightens-sanctions-on-venezuela-by-targeting-russia-based-bank/" aria-label="Read More The United States Tightens Sanctions on Venezuela by Targeting Russia-Based Bank" title="The United States Tightens Sanctions on Venezuela by Targeting Russia-Based Bank">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28060 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-international-womens-day-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-international-womens-day-2019/">Presidential Message on International Women’s Day, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release March 8, 2019 On International Women’s Day, we honor women worldwide for their vital role in shaping and strengthening our communities, families, governments, and businesses. We celebrate their vision, leadership, and courage, and we reaffirm our commitment to promoting equal opportunity for women everywhere. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-international-womens-day-2019/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Message on International Women’s Day, 2019" title="Presidential Message on International Women’s Day, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28054 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-international-women-of-courage-iwoc-awards-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-international-women-of-courage-iwoc-awards-ceremony/">Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Remarks by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State March 7, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Pam. And good morning, everyone. It’s truly my honor to host this International Women of Courage Awards for the first time, and I’m glad you’re all here to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-of-state-michael-r-pompeo-at-the-international-women-of-courage-iwoc-awards-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards Ceremony" title="Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28046 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/biographies-of-the-finalists-for-the-2019-international-women-of-courage-awards/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/biographies-of-the-finalists-for-the-2019-international-women-of-courage-awards/">Biographies of the Finalists for the 2019 International Women of Courage Awards</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Razia Sultana, Bangladesh Razia Sultana was born in Maungdaw, Burma, in 1973 to ethnic Rohingya parents and has devoted her career to advancing human rights for her own community and for all in Burma. A citizen of Bangladesh, she has spent most of her life as a lawyer, teacher, and human rights advocate. Ms. Sultana …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/biographies-of-the-finalists-for-the-2019-international-women-of-courage-awards/" aria-label="Read More Biographies of the Finalists for the 2019 International Women of Courage Awards" title="Biographies of the Finalists for the 2019 International Women of Courage Awards">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28037 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/moroccos-repatriation-of-foreign-terrorist-fighters-from-syria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/moroccos-repatriation-of-foreign-terrorist-fighters-from-syria/">Morocco’s Repatriation of Foreign Terrorist Fighters From Syria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson March 10, 2019 The United States commends the Kingdom of Morocco for repatriating eight Moroccan foreign terrorist fighters from Syria. Morocco is a highly capable partner in the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, and we appreciate its commitment …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/moroccos-repatriation-of-foreign-terrorist-fighters-from-syria/" aria-label="Read More Morocco’s Repatriation of Foreign Terrorist Fighters From Syria" title="Morocco’s Repatriation of Foreign Terrorist Fighters From Syria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-28029 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-for-ambassadors-participation-in-the-opening-remarks-of-the-good-governance-of-the-private-sector-conference/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Dodman-Remarks-CIPE-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Dodman Remarks CIPE" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Dodman-Remarks-CIPE-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Ambassador-Dodman-Remarks-CIPE-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Dodman Remarks CIPE" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-for-ambassadors-participation-in-the-opening-remarks-of-the-good-governance-of-the-private-sector-conference/">Remarks for Ambassador’s Participation in the Opening Remarks of The Good Governance of the Private…</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks for Ambassador’s Participation in the Opening Remarks of The Good Governance of the Private Sector Conference Co-hosted by the U.S. Embassy and CIPE March 6, 2019, at 3:00pm Delivered in French   Thank you all for coming. When we built this embassy, we designed this room to be used for events exactly like this, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-for-ambassadors-participation-in-the-opening-remarks-of-the-good-governance-of-the-private-sector-conference/" aria-label="Read More Remarks for Ambassador’s Participation in the Opening Remarks of The Good Governance of the Private…" title="Remarks for Ambassador’s Participation in the Opening Remarks of The Good Governance of the Private…">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27989 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-ambassador-inaugurates-a-health-clinic-in-bouhajra/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4085-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="US Ambassador Inaugurates a Health Clinic in Bouhajra" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4085-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4085-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4085-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="US Ambassador Inaugurates a Health Clinic in Bouhajra" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-ambassador-inaugurates-a-health-clinic-in-bouhajra/">US Ambassador Inaugurates a Health Clinic in Bouhajra</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania participated in an inauguration ceremony for the Bouhadjra Health Clinic in Diawling Park on 20 February. This project was identified and prioritized in conjunction with Exercise FLINTLOCK 2013 activities and undertaken jointly between the Mauritanian and U.S. governments. The U.S. government funded the clinic’s infrastructure up to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/us-ambassador-inaugurates-a-health-clinic-in-bouhajra/" aria-label="Read More US Ambassador Inaugurates a Health Clinic in Bouhajra" title="US Ambassador Inaugurates a Health Clinic in Bouhajra">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27964 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-announces-fulbright-top-producing-institutions/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-announces-fulbright-top-producing-institutions/">State Department Announces Fulbright Top Producing Institutions</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 11, 2019 The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that the lists of more than 150 U.S. higher education institutions that sent the most Fulbright U.S. Students and Scholars abroad in academic year 2018-2019 are now available. The lists highlight the Fulbright Program’s strong …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-announces-fulbright-top-producing-institutions/" aria-label="Read More State Department Announces Fulbright Top Producing Institutions" title="State Department Announces Fulbright Top Producing Institutions">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27935 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced-u-s-africa-command-public-affairs-germany-january-28-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4352-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4352-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4352-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_4352-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Flintlock 2019" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced-u-s-africa-command-public-affairs-germany-january-28-2019/">Flintlock 2019 Announced – U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs – Germany January 28, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Flintlock 2019 Announced By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs, United States Africa CommandStuttgart, GermanyJan 28, 2019 More than 2,000 service members from more than 30 African and western partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2019 at multiple locations in Burkina Faso and Mauritania from February 18 – March 1, 2019. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced-u-s-africa-command-public-affairs-germany-january-28-2019/" aria-label="Read More Flintlock 2019 Announced – U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs – Germany January 28, 2019" title="Flintlock 2019 Announced – U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs – Germany January 28, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27922 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced/">Flintlock 2019 Announced</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United States Africa Command January 28, 2019 More than 2,000 service members from more than 30 African and western partner nations will participate in Flintlock 2019 at multiple locations in Burkina Faso and Mauritania from February 18 – March 1, 2019. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise that has strengthened …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/flintlock-2019-announced/" aria-label="Read More Flintlock 2019 Announced" title="Flintlock 2019 Announced">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27916 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-african-american-history-month-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-african-american-history-month-2019/">Presidential Proclamation on National African American History Month, 2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release January 31, 2019 In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, Virginia. The vessel’s arrival marked the beginning of the unscrupulous slave trade in the American colonies. It was from this immoral origin—and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-african-american-history-month-2019/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Proclamation on National African American History Month, 2019" title="Presidential Proclamation on National African American History Month, 2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27910 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-to-withdraw-the-united-states-from-the-intermediate-range-nuclear-forces-inf-treaty/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-to-withdraw-the-united-states-from-the-intermediate-range-nuclear-forces-inf-treaty/">President Donald J. Trump to Withdraw the United States from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House “Russia has not, unfortunately, honored the agreement, so we’re going to terminate the agreement. We’re going to pull out.” – President Donald J. Trump RESTORING ACCOUNTABILITY TO ARMS CONTROL: President Donald J. Trump is taking decisive action to hold Russia to account for its violation of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-to-withdraw-the-united-states-from-the-intermediate-range-nuclear-forces-inf-treaty/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump to Withdraw the United States from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty" title="President Donald J. Trump to Withdraw the United States from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27901 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-foreign-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-foreign-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/">Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Media Note January 29, 2019 U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will host a day of meetings with the foreign ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS on February 6 in Washington, D.C. The full 79-member Coalition will meet for in-depth discussions …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/meeting-of-foreign-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-isis/" aria-label="Read More Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS" title="Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27895 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-on-the-u-s-algeria-strategic-dialogue/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-on-the-u-s-algeria-strategic-dialogue/">Joint Communique on the U.S.-Algeria Strategic Dialogue</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC Media Note January 29, 2019 The United States and Algeria convened the fourth session of the Strategic Dialogue on January 29, 2019, with Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdelkader Messahel chairing their respective delegations. Secretary Pompeo and Minister Messahel reviewed the close and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-communique-on-the-u-s-algeria-strategic-dialogue/" aria-label="Read More Joint Communique on the U.S.-Algeria Strategic Dialogue" title="Joint Communique on the U.S.-Algeria Strategic Dialogue">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27890 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-supports-the-venezuelan-peoples-efforts-to-restore-democracy-in-their-country/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-supports-the-venezuelan-peoples-efforts-to-restore-democracy-in-their-country/">President Donald J. Trump Supports the Venezuelan People’s Efforts to Restore Democracy in Their Country</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release January 29, 2019   “The people of Venezuela have courageously spoken out against Maduro and his regime and demanded freedom and the rule of law.” – President Donald J. Trump RECOGNIZING THE LEGITIMATE GOVERNMENT OF VENEZUELA: The United States has officially recognized Juan Guaido as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-supports-the-venezuelan-peoples-efforts-to-restore-democracy-in-their-country/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump Supports the Venezuelan People’s Efforts to Restore Democracy in Their Country" title="President Donald J. Trump Supports the Venezuelan People’s Efforts to Restore Democracy in Their Country">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27815 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-embassy-supports-the-education-sector-in-mauritania-through-english-language-learning/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6618-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The launching ceremony of the eleventh English Access Micro scholarship Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6618-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6618-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6618-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="the launching ceremony of the eleventh English Access Micro scholarship Program" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-embassy-supports-the-education-sector-in-mauritania-through-english-language-learning/">The U.S. Embassy supports the Education Sector in Mauritania through English Language Learning</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>His Excellency Mr. Michael Dodman, Ambassador of The United States of America to Mauritania presided over this morning at the Nouakchott English Center (NEC), the launching ceremony of the eleventh English Access Micro scholarship Program. This major program initiated by our embassy will enable this year 90 students, 13 to 18 years old, from different …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-u-s-embassy-supports-the-education-sector-in-mauritania-through-english-language-learning/" aria-label="Read More The U.S. Embassy supports the Education Sector in Mauritania through English Language Learning" title="The U.S. Embassy supports the Education Sector in Mauritania through English Language Learning">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27799 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-central-african-region/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-central-african-region/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Central African Region</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Jonathan Cohen U.S. Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City December 13, 2018 Merci, Monsieur Le Président. Special Representative Fall and Director Ghelani, thank you for your briefings today. Your work is vital to a region facing a wide range of political, economic, and social …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-briefing-on-the-central-african-region/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Central African Region" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Central African Region">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27793 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/development-diplomacy-and-defense-promoting-u-s-interests-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/development-diplomacy-and-defense-promoting-u-s-interests-in-africa/">“Development, Diplomacy, and Defense: Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa”</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs House Foreign Affairs Committee Washington, DC December 12, 2018 Thank you Chairman Royce, Ranking Member Engel, and Members of the Committee for the opportunity to testify today on U.S. policy toward Africa, and to my colleague and friend Ramsey Day of USAID here with me today. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/development-diplomacy-and-defense-promoting-u-s-interests-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More “Development, Diplomacy, and Defense: Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa”" title="“Development, Diplomacy, and Defense: Promoting U.S. Interests in Africa”">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27784 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-africa-strategy-advances-prosperity-security-and-stability/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-africa-strategy-advances-prosperity-security-and-stability/">President Donald J. Trump’s Africa Strategy Advances Prosperity, Security, and Stability</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>We hope to extend our economic partnerships with countries who are committed to self-reliance and to fostering opportunities for job creation in both Africa and the United States. President Donald J. Trump PROMOTING PROSPERITY IN AFRICA AND AMERICA: President Donald J. Trump is releasing a Strategy toward Africa that will advance American and African prosperity. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-africa-strategy-advances-prosperity-security-and-stability/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump’s Africa Strategy Advances Prosperity, Security, and Stability" title="President Donald J. Trump’s Africa Strategy Advances Prosperity, Security, and Stability">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27779 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-national-security-advisor-ambassador-john-r-bolton-on-the-the-trump-administrations-new-africa-strategy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-national-security-advisor-ambassador-john-r-bolton-on-the-the-trump-administrations-new-africa-strategy/">Remarks by National Security Advisor Ambassador John R. Bolton on the The Trump Administration’s New Africa Strategy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As delivered on December 13, 2018. Heritage Foundation, Washington, D.C. Well, Kim, thanks very much, and thanks to you and Kay for inviting me here. I’m delighted again to be here at the Heritage, an institution that really has contributed so much to the public policy debate for many decades now in the United States. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-national-security-advisor-ambassador-john-r-bolton-on-the-the-trump-administrations-new-africa-strategy/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by National Security Advisor Ambassador John R. Bolton on the The Trump Administration’s New Africa Strategy" title="Remarks by National Security Advisor Ambassador John R. Bolton on the The Trump Administration’s New Africa Strategy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27769 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/human-rights-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/human-rights-day/">Human Rights Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent to all persons, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/human-rights-day/" aria-label="Read More Human Rights Day" title="Human Rights Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27760 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day/">International Anticorruption Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 7, 2018 Corruption facilitates transnational crime, fuels terrorism, obstructs economic growth and development, weakens the rule of law, and undermines democracy. Ultimately, it endangers our national security. That is why, as we look ahead to International Anticorruption Day on December 9, we pledge to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-anticorruption-day/" aria-label="Read More International Anticorruption Day" title="International Anticorruption Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27743 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-president-george-h-w-bush/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-president-george-h-w-bush/">On the Passing of President George H. W. Bush</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2018 Devoted husband, loving father, steadfast friend, exemplary patriot: this is how I will always remember President George H. W. Bush. Whether he was serving in the skies over the Pacific during World War II, protecting America at CIA headquarters, or leading our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-passing-of-president-george-h-w-bush/" aria-label="Read More On the Passing of President George H. W. Bush" title="On the Passing of President George H. W. Bush">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27740 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-president-donald-j-trump-and-first-lady-melania-trump-on-the-passing-of-former-president-george-h-w-bush/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-president-donald-j-trump-and-first-lady-melania-trump-on-the-passing-of-former-president-george-h-w-bush/">Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>December 1, 2018 Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service—to be, in his words, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-president-donald-j-trump-and-first-lady-melania-trump-on-the-passing-of-former-president-george-h-w-bush/" aria-label="Read More Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush" title="Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27734 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2018-pepfar-reauthorized-and-17-million-lives-saved/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2018-pepfar-reauthorized-and-17-million-lives-saved/">World AIDS Day 2018 – PEPFAR Reauthorized and 17 Million Lives Saved</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/deborah-l-birx">Deborah Birx</a> on November 30, 2018 December 1, 2018, marks the 30th anniversary of the first World AIDS Day, and this year is the 15th anniversary of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Fifteen years ago, HIV was on the verge of wiping out an entire generation across Africa and in much of the rest of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2018-pepfar-reauthorized-and-17-million-lives-saved/" aria-label="Read More World AIDS Day 2018 – PEPFAR Reauthorized and 17 Million Lives Saved" title="World AIDS Day 2018 – PEPFAR Reauthorized and 17 Million Lives Saved">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27730 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day/">Mauritania National Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC November 28, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I wish the government and people of Mauritania prosperity, peace, and happiness as you celebrate your Independence Day. The United States enjoys a broad bilateral relationship with Mauritania. In the coming …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-national-day/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania National Day" title="Mauritania National Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27713 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-pompeo-launch-of-the-humanitarian-assistance-steering-council/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-pompeo-launch-of-the-humanitarian-assistance-steering-council/">Statement by Secretary Pompeo – Launch of the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo November 13, 2018 In order to further optimize the State Department and USAID’s humanitarian assistance, I have established a new senior-level mechanism for coordinating and overseeing U.S. humanitarian assistance – the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council. The purpose of the Council …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-secretary-pompeo-launch-of-the-humanitarian-assistance-steering-council/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Secretary Pompeo – Launch of the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council" title="Statement by Secretary Pompeo – Launch of the Humanitarian Assistance Steering Council">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27707 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-releases-new-education-policy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-releases-new-education-policy/">USAID Releases New Education Policy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United States Agency for International Development Office of Press Relations November 15, 2018 Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a new education policy to guide the Agency’s investments in international education. This new policy will focus resources on programs that produce measurable learning outcomes for students. The new education policy highlights …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-releases-new-education-policy/" aria-label="Read More USAID Releases New Education Policy" title="USAID Releases New Education Policy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27700 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/das-baird-visits-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6259-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="DAS Baird Visits the United States Mauritania Business Forum" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6259-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6259-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6259-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="DAS Baird Visits the United States Mauritania Business Forum" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/das-baird-visits-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/">DAS Baird Visits the United States Mauritania Business Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On Friday, November 9th Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for West Africa and Security Affairs (DAS) Whitney Baird visited the headquarters of the United States Mauritania Business Forum in Nouakchott where she spoke to journalists from local press about the importance of the Forum in boosting trade ties between the United States and Mauritania, and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/das-baird-visits-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/" aria-label="Read More DAS Baird Visits the United States Mauritania Business Forum" title="DAS Baird Visits the United States Mauritania Business Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27688 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-entrepreneurship-month-2018/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-entrepreneurship-month-2018/">Presidential Proclamation on National Entrepreneurship Month, 2018</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Since the founding of our Nation, generations of Americans have drawn upon every last measure of grit and determination to push the limits of human knowledge, invention, and capability. Our Nation thrives today because bold entrepreneurs and innovators had vision and drive, stopping at nothing to realize their dreams. This intrepid spirit, which burns in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-on-national-entrepreneurship-month-2018/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Proclamation on National Entrepreneurship Month, 2018" title="Presidential Proclamation on National Entrepreneurship Month, 2018">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27673 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-u-s-ambassador-to-mauritania-michael-dodman-on-the-u-s-mauritanian-economic-partnership/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-u-s-ambassador-to-mauritania-michael-dodman-on-the-u-s-mauritanian-economic-partnership/">Statement from U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania Michael Dodman on the U.S.-Mauritanian Economic Partnership</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Government of the United States has notified the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania of the termination of Mauritania’s eligibility for trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as of January 1, 2019. Under U.S. law, countries receiving AGOA benefits are subject to regular reviews to assess the level of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-u-s-ambassador-to-mauritania-michael-dodman-on-the-u-s-mauritanian-economic-partnership/" aria-label="Read More Statement from U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania Michael Dodman on the U.S.-Mauritanian Economic Partnership" title="Statement from U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania Michael Dodman on the U.S.-Mauritanian Economic Partnership">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27664 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-international-day-to-end-impunity-for-crimes-against-journalists/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-international-day-to-end-impunity-for-crimes-against-journalists/">Statement by Heather Nauert – International Day To End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Heather Nauert, spokesperson November 2, 2018 Today, we commemorate the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. We renew our steadfast commitment to promoting a free and independent press and advocating for accountability against those who commit violence or other crimes …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-international-day-to-end-impunity-for-crimes-against-journalists/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Heather Nauert – International Day To End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists" title="Statement by Heather Nauert – International Day To End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27656 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-future-belongs-to-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-future-belongs-to-africa/">The Future Belongs to Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of State DipNote – Official Blog By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/tibor-p-nagy-jr">Tibor P. Nagy Jr.</a> on October 31, 2018 As you read this, I am on my first trip to the continent of Africa as Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of African Affairs. I am delighted to return to the continent where I served for decades in a variety …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/the-future-belongs-to-africa/" aria-label="Read More The Future Belongs to Africa" title="The Future Belongs to Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27633 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-speeches"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6079-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="launch of USMRBF" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6079-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6079-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_6079-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="launch of USMRBF" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/">Launch of the United States-Mauritania Business Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Honorable Minister of Petroleum, Energy and Mines, Colleagues from the diplomatic community, Representatives of the chambers of commerce and the Mauritanian business community, Members of the United States-Mauritania Business Forum, Dear guests, Welcome, good evening, Thanks to all of you for joining me for this important event. Today …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launch-of-the-united-states-mauritania-business-forum/" aria-label="Read More Launch of the United States-Mauritania Business Forum" title="Launch of the United States-Mauritania Business Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27616 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-the-united-kingdom-france-togo-guinea-mali-and-nigeria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-the-united-kingdom-france-togo-guinea-mali-and-nigeria/">Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to the United Kingdom, France, Togo, Guinea, Mali, and Nigeria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of StateOffice of the SpokespersonMedia NoteOctober 22, 2018 Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of African Affairs Tibor P. Nagy will travel to the United Kingdom, France, Togo, Guinea, Mali, and Nigeria October 29 – November 10. During his trip, Assistant Secretary Nagy will focus on promoting stronger trade and commercial ties between the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-nagy-travels-to-the-united-kingdom-france-togo-guinea-mali-and-nigeria/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to the United Kingdom, France, Togo, Guinea, Mali, and Nigeria" title="Assistant Secretary Nagy Travels to the United Kingdom, France, Togo, Guinea, Mali, and Nigeria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27601 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/integrated-country-strategy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/integrated-country-strategy/">Integrated Country Strategy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>As a third step of the strategic planning process, the four-year strategy that articulates the U.S. priorities in a given country is developed that is referred to as the Integrated Country Strategy (ICS). This ICS is led by the Chief of Mission to develop a common set of Mission Goals and Objectives through a coordinated …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/integrated-country-strategy/" aria-label="Read More Integrated Country Strategy" title="Integrated Country Strategy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27597 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-king-salman/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-king-salman/">Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi King Salman</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 16, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Saudi King Salman in Riyadh. The Secretary thanked the King for Saudi Arabia’s strong partnership with the United States. The Secretary and the King discussed a number of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-king-salman/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi King Salman" title="Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi King Salman">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27593 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-foreign-minister-al-jubeir/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-foreign-minister-al-jubeir/">Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi Foreign Minister al-Jubeir</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 16, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Saudi Foreign Minister al-Jubeir in Riyadh. The Secretary thanked the foreign minister for his continued partnership and he and the foreign minister followed up on a range or …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeos-meeting-with-saudi-foreign-minister-al-jubeir/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi Foreign Minister al-Jubeir" title="Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Saudi Foreign Minister al-Jubeir">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27572 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-protecting-the-united-states-from-terrorism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-protecting-the-united-states-from-terrorism/">PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROTECTING THE UNITED STATES FROM TERRORISM</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release October 4, 2018 “When it comes to terrorism, we will do whatever is necessary to protect our Nation.” – President Donald J. Trump THE PATH TO VICTORY: President Donald J. Trump is releasing a new National Strategy for Counterterrorism that will protect American citizens …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-protecting-the-united-states-from-terrorism/" aria-label="Read More PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROTECTING THE UNITED STATES FROM TERRORISM" title="PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROTECTING THE UNITED STATES FROM TERRORISM">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27566 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/">Statement from the President (on the National Strategy for Counterterrorism)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>NATIONAL SECURITY & DEFENSE Issued on: October 4, 2018 As your President, I am committed to protecting the United States and its interests abroad from the threat of terrorism. The National Strategy for Counterterrorism that I approved today will help protect our great Nation, enhance our national security, and guide our continued effort to defeat …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the President (on the National Strategy for Counterterrorism)" title="Statement from the President (on the National Strategy for Counterterrorism)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27557 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/">President Trump’s National Strategy for Counterterrorism</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC October 4, 2018 Today’s terrorist threats are more complex, fluid, and fast-moving than ever. Terrorist groups and networks such as al-Qa`ida, ISIS, and Iranian-supported terrorists continue to target us, our allies, and partners. We must combat these threats through a comprehensive and coordinated approach. Earlier …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-national-strategy-for-counterterrorism/" aria-label="Read More President Trump’s National Strategy for Counterterrorism" title="President Trump’s National Strategy for Counterterrorism">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27546 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-logo-3-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="American VISA" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-logo-3-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-logo-3-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Visa-logo-3-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="American VISA" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-2/">Press Release</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States Embassy in Mauritania is pleased to announce that we have resumed non-immigrant visa services. To schedule an appointment or learn more about the process please visit the Embassy’s website at <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/">https://mr.usembassy.gov/</a> Visa operations for non-immigrants were significantly reduced in recent months due to lack of staff. Immigrant visas are still the responsibility of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release-2/" aria-label="Read More Press Release" title="Press Release">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 October, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27520 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-releases/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-releases/">Press Release</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States congratulates the Mauritanian people for their peaceful participation in the legislative, regional, and municipal elections that were held on September 1 and 15. We congratulate those chosen by their fellow citizens to fill these critical positions, and we wish them success as they take up their new responsibilities. We also commend the CENI, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-releases/" aria-label="Read More Press Release" title="Press Release">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27504 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-tibor-p-nagy-jr-assistant-secretary-bureau-of-african-affairs-nagy-swearing-in-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-tibor-p-nagy-jr-assistant-secretary-bureau-of-african-affairs-nagy-swearing-in-ceremony/">Remarks By Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs – Nagy Swearing-in Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Washington, DC September 17, 2018 Good afternoon distinguished ladies and gentlemen and thank you Mr. Secretary. I am grateful for the many friends, family, and colleagues who are here today – literally from around the nation and the world. And I greatly appreciate the Secretary highlighting the role played by Jane – my wife, partner …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-tibor-p-nagy-jr-assistant-secretary-bureau-of-african-affairs-nagy-swearing-in-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Remarks By Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs – Nagy Swearing-in Ceremony" title="Remarks By Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs – Nagy Swearing-in Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27495 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-briefing-on-the-presidents-agenda-at-the-u-n-general-assembly-new-york-ny/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-briefing-on-the-presidents-agenda-at-the-u-n-general-assembly-new-york-ny/">Press Briefing on the President’s Agenda at the U.N. General Assembly | New York, NY</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Briefings Issued on: September 24, 2018 New York Hilton Midtown New York, New York 11:09 A.M. EDT SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s an honor to be here in New York for the 73rd United Nations General Assembly, my first as Secretary of State. Kind of the Super Bowl of diplomacy. Americans can be …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-briefing-on-the-presidents-agenda-at-the-u-n-general-assembly-new-york-ny/" aria-label="Read More Press Briefing on the President’s Agenda at the U.N. General Assembly | New York, NY" title="Press Briefing on the President’s Agenda at the U.N. General Assembly | New York, NY">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27487 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-global-call-to-action-on-the-world-drug-problem-event/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-global-call-to-action-on-the-world-drug-problem-event/">Remarks By President Trump At “Global Call To Action On The World Drug Problem” Event</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 24, 2018 United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 8:35 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all for being here this morning. It is a great honor to address you on an issue that affects every nation across the globe: the world drug …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-global-call-to-action-on-the-world-drug-problem-event/" aria-label="Read More Remarks By President Trump At “Global Call To Action On The World Drug Problem” Event" title="Remarks By President Trump At “Global Call To Action On The World Drug Problem” Event">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27468 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-anniversary-of-the-9-11-terror-attacks/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-anniversary-of-the-9-11-terror-attacks/">On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC September 10, 2018 Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, and Tyrone …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-anniversary-of-the-9-11-terror-attacks/" aria-label="Read More On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks" title="On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27462 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-inaugurates-new-regional-antiterrorism-training-facility-in-senegal/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-inaugurates-new-regional-antiterrorism-training-facility-in-senegal/">Department of State Inaugurates New Regional Antiterrorism Training Facility in Senegal</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 6, 2018 The Department of State and the Government of Senegal today inaugurated a new regional counterterrorism training facility in Thiès, Senegal. U.S. and Senegalese officials formally dedicated the new Regional Tactical Training Center, which was funded, constructed, and equipped through the Department of State’s Antiterrorism …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-inaugurates-new-regional-antiterrorism-training-facility-in-senegal/" aria-label="Read More Department of State Inaugurates New Regional Antiterrorism Training Facility in Senegal" title="Department of State Inaugurates New Regional Antiterrorism Training Facility in Senegal">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27400 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-u-s-withdrawal-from-human-rights-council-impact-and-next-steps-at-the-heritage-foundation/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-u-s-withdrawal-from-human-rights-council-impact-and-next-steps-at-the-heritage-foundation/">Remarks on “U.S. Withdrawal from Human Rights Council: Impact and Next Steps” at The Heritage Foundation</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations Washington, DC July 18, 2018 Thank you, very much, thank you. Thank you so much, Kay. And thank you to the Heritage Foundation. It’s great to be back, and I thank you so much for the work that happens …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-u-s-withdrawal-from-human-rights-council-impact-and-next-steps-at-the-heritage-foundation/" aria-label="Read More Remarks on “U.S. Withdrawal from Human Rights Council: Impact and Next Steps” at The Heritage Foundation" title="Remarks on “U.S. Withdrawal from Human Rights Council: Impact and Next Steps” at The Heritage Foundation">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27337 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-agoa-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-agoa-forum/">Remarks at the AGOA Forum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks John J. Sullivan Deputy Secretary of State Washington, DC July 11, 2018 DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you, Robert, for that kind introduction, and good morning, everyone. It’s a pleasure to be with you this morning. On behalf of Secretary Pompeo, I’m honored to welcome you to the State Department. And on behalf of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-agoa-forum/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at the AGOA Forum" title="Remarks at the AGOA Forum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27318 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-u-s-secretary-of-state tag-michael-r-pompeo"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeo-to-host-first-ever-ministerial-to-advance-religious-freedom/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeo-to-host-first-ever-ministerial-to-advance-religious-freedom/">Secretary Pompeo To Host First-Ever Ministerial To Advance Religious Freedom</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Media Note July 11, 2018 From July 24-26, U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will host the first-ever Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, DC. The Ministerial will convene government officials, representatives of international organizations, religious leaders, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-pompeo-to-host-first-ever-ministerial-to-advance-religious-freedom/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Pompeo To Host First-Ever Ministerial To Advance Religious Freedom" title="Secretary Pompeo To Host First-Ever Ministerial To Advance Religious Freedom">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/u-s-secretary-of-state/" title="U.S. Secretary of State">U.S. Secretary of State</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/michael-r-pompeo/" rel="tag">Michael R. Pompeo</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27355 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/forging-new-strategies-for-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/forging-new-strategies-for-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment/">Forging New Strategies for U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>This year, the U.S. Department of State is proud to host the 17th annual African Growth and Opportunities Act Forum, commonly known as AGOA, from July 11-12 in Washington, DC. This year’s theme “Forging New Strategies for U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment,” reflects the U.S. commitment to boosting economic growth, spurring development, and reducing poverty in Africa through sustainable business …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/forging-new-strategies-for-u-s-africa-trade-and-investment/" aria-label="Read More Forging New Strategies for U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment" title="Forging New Strategies for U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27349 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-plenary-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-plenary-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/">Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Plenary of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Lighthizer: Welcome to this year’s AGOA Forum. I am pleased to be with you all this morning. The theme for this AGOA Forum is “Forging New Strategies for U.S. – Africa Trade and Investment.” I’d like to spend my time with you addressing one very specific new strategy—the Trump Administration’s desire to negotiate a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-plenary-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/" aria-label="Read More Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Plenary of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)" title="Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Plenary of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27343 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/">Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Lighthizer: Good morning, ministers and distinguished guests. I join Deputy Secretary Sullivan in welcoming you all to the 17th AGOA Ministerial and to Washington, DC. As has been said, this is my second Forum. Last year, I had the privilege of leading the U.S. delegation to the AGOA Forum in Lome, Togo. Bernadette [Legzim-Balouki, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-of-ustr-robert-lighthizer-at-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-2018-u-s-sub-saharan-africa-trade-and-economic-cooperation-forum-agoa-forum/" aria-label="Read More Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)" title="Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 U.S.-Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (AGOA Forum)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27312 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-women-peace-and-security-in-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-women-peace-and-security-in-africa/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on Women, Peace, and Security in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City July 10, 2018 Thank you, Madam President, and thank you to our briefers. Throughout my years of public service, I have encouraged women to use the power of their voice. I have been inspired by my …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-a-un-security-council-meeting-on-women-peace-and-security-in-africa/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on Women, Peace, and Security in Africa" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on Women, Peace, and Security in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27266 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/electronic-recruitment-application-era-electronic-recruitment-application/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/electronic-recruitment-application-era-electronic-recruitment-application/">Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA Electronic Recruitment Application)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Embassy of the United States in Mauritania wishes to bring to the attention of all Employment candidates with the U.S. Embassy, that starting July 9, 2018 all applications will be only submitted electronically. Candidates wishing to submit an application for a vacant position within the Embassy have to create an online account by following …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/electronic-recruitment-application-era-electronic-recruitment-application/" aria-label="Read More Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA Electronic Recruitment Application)" title="Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA Electronic Recruitment Application)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27248 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5111-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="U.S. Embassy Celebrates Independence Day" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5111-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5111-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_5111-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="U.S. Embassy Celebrates Independence Day" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-2/">Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Secretary General Madam Director Dear colleagues Ambassadors and Heads of Diplomatic Missions Ladies and gentlemen Dear guests It is an honor to welcome you, on behalf of the United States government and its people, to the commemoration of the 242nd anniversary of the United States’ independence. Thank you for being …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence-2/" aria-label="Read More Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence" title="Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27242 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/">Remarks at the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC June 28, 2018 MS JOHNSTONE: Hello, and welcome to the Department of State. My name is Kari Johnstone and I’m the acting director for the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. Thank you all for joining us today to mark the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-trafficking-in-persons-report-launch-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony" title="Remarks at the 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27236 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/african-union-summit-in-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/african-union-summit-in-mauritania/">African Union Summit in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 2, 2018 The United States commends the African Union (AU) on the 31st AU Summit, held in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The Summit reinforced important efforts to reform the AU, a process the United States supports and believes will ensure the AU is better positioned to solve regional …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/african-union-summit-in-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More African Union Summit in Mauritania" title="African Union Summit in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27223 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-mali-and-niger/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-mali-and-niger/">Terrorist Attacks in Mali and Niger</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 3, 2018 The United States condemns the recent terrorist attacks in the Sahel. These include attacks against security forces of the G-5 Sahel Joint Force in Sévaré, Mali on June 29, the landmine attack that killed four Malian troops in Koro county on June 30, the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorist-attacks-in-mali-and-niger/" aria-label="Read More Terrorist Attacks in Mali and Niger" title="Terrorist Attacks in Mali and Niger">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27201 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-selectusa-investment-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-selectusa-investment-summit/">Remarks at the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center Oxon Hill, Maryland June 22, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good morning, everyone. I’m not going to do all 31 flavors for you as they’re not in my prepared remarks. Frankly, I learned a lot actually from that job working scooping ice cream, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-the-2018-selectusa-investment-summit/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit" title="Remarks at the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27194 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-un-human-rights-council/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-un-human-rights-council/">Remarks on the UN Human Rights Council</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Nikki Haley, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Treaty Room Washington, DC June 19, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon. The Trump administration is committed to protecting and promoting the God-given dignity and freedom of every human being. Every individual has rights that are inherent and inviolable. They are given …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-on-the-un-human-rights-council/" aria-label="Read More Remarks on the UN Human Rights Council" title="Remarks on the UN Human Rights Council">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27183 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr/">On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 14, 2018 On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend my best wishes to our Muslim friends and partners celebrating Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, charity, compassion, and reflection. Eid al-Fitr reminds all of us …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-eid-al-fitr/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr" title="On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27171 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/eid-al-fitr-message-from-president-trump/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/eid-al-fitr-message-from-president-trump/">Eid al-Fitr Message from President Trump</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On behalf of the American people, Melania and I send our greetings to you and the people of Mauritania as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr As we mark the end of Ramadan, we reflect on the sacred tradition of helping neighbors and breaking bread with those from all walks of life, which is rooted in Islam’s …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/eid-al-fitr-message-from-president-trump/" aria-label="Read More Eid al-Fitr Message from President Trump" title="Eid al-Fitr Message from President Trump">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27154 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-of-president-donald-j-trump-of-the-united-states-of-america-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-at/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-of-president-donald-j-trump-of-the-united-states-of-america-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-at/">Joint Statement of President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea at</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) held a first, historic summit in Singapore on June 12, 2018. President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un conducted a comprehensive, in-depth, and sincere exchange of opinions …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-of-president-donald-j-trump-of-the-united-states-of-america-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-at/" aria-label="Read More Joint Statement of President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea at" title="Joint Statement of President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea at">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27143 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-state-affairs-commission-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-before-expanded-bilat/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-state-affairs-commission-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-before-expanded-bilat/">Remarks by President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Before Expanded Bilat</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Capella Hotel Singapore 9:54 A.M. SGT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Chairman, it’s a great honor to be with you. And I know that we will have tremendous success together, and we will solve a big problem, a big dilemma that, until this point, has been unable to be solved. I know that, working together, we will …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-and-chairman-kim-jong-un-of-the-state-affairs-commission-of-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-before-expanded-bilat/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Before Expanded Bilat" title="Remarks by President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Before Expanded Bilat">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27098 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-an-iftar/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Iftar-Photo-1-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Iftar-Photo-1-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Iftar-Photo-1-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Iftar-Photo-1-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-an-iftar/">Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Minister of Islamic Affairs and other members of the Mauritanian government delegation, Ambassadors and other friends and colleagues Good evening, It is a great honor for me to welcome you to my home this evening. It is an especially happy occasion for me since this is the first formal event I am hosting in my …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-an-iftar/" aria-label="Read More Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar" title="Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 June, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27063 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-announces-additional-7-million-to-combat-ebola-in-d-r-c/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-announces-additional-7-million-to-combat-ebola-in-d-r-c/">Department of State Announces Additional $7 Million To Combat Ebola in D.R.C.</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 22, 2018 The United States announced today at the World Health Assembly in Geneva an additional up to $7 million to respond to the emerging outbreak of the Ebola virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including $5 million authorized by Secretary Pompeo. This …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/department-of-state-announces-additional-7-million-to-combat-ebola-in-d-r-c/" aria-label="Read More Department of State Announces Additional $7 Million To Combat Ebola in D.R.C." title="Department of State Announces Additional $7 Million To Combat Ebola in D.R.C.">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27057 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-signs-power-africa-memorandum-of-understanding-with-the-government-of-the-republic-of-korea/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-signs-power-africa-memorandum-of-understanding-with-the-government-of-the-republic-of-korea/">USAID Administrator Mark Green Signs Power Africa Memorandum of Understanding With the Government of the Republic of Korea</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Office of Press Relations Telephone: +1.202.712.4320 | Email: press@usaid.gov Today, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green and Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Strategy and Finance for the Republic of Korea (ROK) Kim Dong Yeon signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) toward pursuing our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-signs-power-africa-memorandum-of-understanding-with-the-government-of-the-republic-of-korea/" aria-label="Read More USAID Administrator Mark Green Signs Power Africa Memorandum of Understanding With the Government of the Republic of Korea" title="USAID Administrator Mark Green Signs Power Africa Memorandum of Understanding With the Government of the Republic of Korea">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27051 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/briefing-on-the-release-of-new-hiv-treatment-results-from-the-presidents-emergency-plan-for-aids-relief-on-its-15th-anniversary/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/briefing-on-the-release-of-new-hiv-treatment-results-from-the-presidents-emergency-plan-for-aids-relief-on-its-15th-anniversary/">Briefing on the Release of New HIV Treatment Results From the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief on its 15th Anniversary</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Special Briefing Ambassador Deborah L. Birx, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and U.S. Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy Via Teleconference May 16, 2018 MR GREENAN: Good morning, everybody, and thank you for joining us for this on-the-record conference call on PEPFAR and the 15th anniversary. We have with us this morning Ambassador-at-Large Deborah L. Birx. She …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/briefing-on-the-release-of-new-hiv-treatment-results-from-the-presidents-emergency-plan-for-aids-relief-on-its-15th-anniversary/" aria-label="Read More Briefing on the Release of New HIV Treatment Results From the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief on its 15th Anniversary" title="Briefing on the Release of New HIV Treatment Results From the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief on its 15th Anniversary">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27045 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/after-the-deal-a-new-iran-strategy/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/after-the-deal-a-new-iran-strategy/">After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Remarks May 21, 2018 The Heritage Foundation Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, good morning, everyone. I first want to thank the Heritage Foundation and its president, Kay Coles James. Thank you for hosting me today. First as a private citizen and then as a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/after-the-deal-a-new-iran-strategy/" aria-label="Read More After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy" title="After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27035 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-2/">On the Occasion of Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 15, 2018 On behalf of the United States Department of State, I offer best wishes to Muslims around the world for a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. For those observing this month, it is a time of reverence, generosity, and spiritual introspection. Ramadan is also …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan-2/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Ramadan" title="On the Occasion of Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27024 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan/">Presidential Message on Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Issued on: May 15, 2018 With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad through fellowship and prayer. Many observe this holy …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-message-on-ramadan/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Message on Ramadan" title="Presidential Message on Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-27009 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-margaret-brennan-of-cbs-face-the-nation/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-margaret-brennan-of-cbs-face-the-nation/">Interview With Margaret Brennan of CBS Face the Nation</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Interview Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 13, 2018 QUESTION: We want to welcome Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, our first guest here in the new Face the Nation studio. Mr. Secretary, thank you for joining us. SECRETARY POMPEO: It’s great to be with you. Happy Mother’s Day. It’s a beautiful studio. QUESTION: Thank you. Thank …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-margaret-brennan-of-cbs-face-the-nation/" aria-label="Read More Interview With Margaret Brennan of CBS Face the Nation" title="Interview With Margaret Brennan of CBS Face the Nation">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26998 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-chris-wallace-of-fox-news-sunday/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-chris-wallace-of-fox-news-sunday/">Interview With Chris Wallace of Fox News Sunday</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Interview Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 13, 2018 QUESTION: And joining us now, the new and very busy Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Mr. Secretary, welcome back to Fox News Sunday. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, Chris. It’s great to be with you. QUESTION: Let’s start with breaking news. First of all, that savage attack last …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/interview-with-chris-wallace-of-fox-news-sunday/" aria-label="Read More Interview With Chris Wallace of Fox News Sunday" title="Interview With Chris Wallace of Fox News Sunday">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26991 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-on-the-terrorist-attack-in-paris/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-on-the-terrorist-attack-in-paris/">Statement from the Press Secretary on the Terrorist Attack in Paris</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Issued on: May 13, 2018 The United States strongly condemns yesterday’s terrorist attack in Paris. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with the French people and their government against this vicious act of terrorism, and pledge any assistance needed. Acts like this only strengthen the resolve of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-press-secretary-on-the-terrorist-attack-in-paris/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the Press Secretary on the Terrorist Attack in Paris" title="Statement from the Press Secretary on the Terrorist Attack in Paris">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26981 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-ending-united-states-participation-in-an-unacceptable-iran-deal/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-ending-united-states-participation-in-an-unacceptable-iran-deal/">President Donald J. Trump is Ending United States Participation in an Unacceptable Iran Deal</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>“The Iran Deal was one of the worst and most one-sided transactions the United States has ever entered into.” President Donald J. Trump PROTECTING AMERICA FROM A BAD DEAL: President Donald J. Trump is terminating the United States’ participation in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran and re-imposing sanctions lifted under the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-is-ending-united-states-participation-in-an-unacceptable-iran-deal/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump is Ending United States Participation in an Unacceptable Iran Deal" title="President Donald J. Trump is Ending United States Participation in an Unacceptable Iran Deal">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26975 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-president-trumps-decision-to-withdraw-from-the-jcpoa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-president-trumps-decision-to-withdraw-from-the-jcpoa/">On President Trump’s Decision to Withdraw From the JCPOA</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Mike Pompeo Washington, DC May 8, 2018 As we exit the Iran deal, we will be working with our allies to find a real, comprehensive, and lasting solution to the Iranian threat. We have a shared interest with our allies in Europe and around the world to prevent Iran from ever developing a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-president-trumps-decision-to-withdraw-from-the-jcpoa/" aria-label="Read More On President Trump’s Decision to Withdraw From the JCPOA" title="On President Trump’s Decision to Withdraw From the JCPOA">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26963 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-3/">Security Alert – U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott, Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Security Alert – U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott, Mauritania (May 9, 2018) Location: Nouakchott, Mauritania Event: Dangerous late night/early morning high-speed vehicle racing has been reported between the Nouadhibou Road/Al Quods traffic circle, next to the U.S. Embassy, up Nouadhibou Road and to Nouakchott International Airport. These races typically take place between 22:00 and 05:00 hours …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-3/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert – U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott, Mauritania" title="Security Alert – U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott, Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26952 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-2/">World Press Freedom Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO May 3, 2018 On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy. The United States values freedom of the press as a key component of democratic governance. By fostering a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day-2/" aria-label="Read More World Press Freedom Day" title="World Press Freedom Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26946 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-swearing-in-ceremony/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-swearing-in-ceremony/">Remarks at Swearing-in Ceremony</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Ben Franklin Room Washington, DC May 2, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: This is truly humbling. Thank you very much, Mr. President, for those kind words. Thank you, Mr. Vice President, for being here today to honor me by swearing me in. Thank you, Ambassador Lawler. Ambassador Glendon, thank you so …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-swearing-in-ceremony/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at Swearing-in Ceremony" title="Remarks at Swearing-in Ceremony">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26940 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-u-s-secretary-of-state category-vice-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump tag-michael-r-pompeo tag-mike-pence"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-swearing-in-ceremony-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-swearing-in-ceremony-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/">Remarks by President Trump at Swearing-In Ceremony of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Issued on: May 2, 2018 State Department Washington, D.C. 11:17 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. I must say, that’s more spirit that I’ve heard from the State Department in a long time — many years. (Laughter.) We can say many years, and maybe many decades. It’s going to be a fantastic start, a fantastic day. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-by-president-trump-at-swearing-in-ceremony-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump at Swearing-In Ceremony of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State" title="Remarks by President Trump at Swearing-In Ceremony of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/u-s-secretary-of-state/" title="U.S. Secretary of State">U.S. Secretary of State</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/vice-president-of-the-united-states/" title="Vice President of the United States">Vice President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/michael-r-pompeo/" rel="tag">Michael R. Pompeo</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/mike-pence/" rel="tag">Mike Pence</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26920 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases category-u-s-secretary-of-state tag-donald-j-trump tag-michael-r-pompeo"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-confirmation-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-confirmation-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/">Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect leading the Department of State will be an incredible asset for our country at this critical time in history. He will always put the interests of America first. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-from-the-president-on-the-confirmation-of-mike-pompeo-as-secretary-of-state/" aria-label="Read More Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State" title="Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/u-s-secretary-of-state/" title="U.S. Secretary of State">U.S. Secretary of State</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/michael-r-pompeo/" rel="tag">Michael R. Pompeo</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26885 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_3931-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_3931-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_3931-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_3931-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="IMG_3931" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/">Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania organized a reception on April 25, 2018 to honor the 21 Mauritanian students and young professionals selected this year to participate in further studies in the United States. Chargé d’Affaires Irvin Hicks presided over the ceremony. These 21 young Mauritanians will participate in some of the most prestigious academic exchange …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/grantees-in-our-academic-exchange-programs/" aria-label="Read More Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" title="Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26850 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-carl-risch-travels-to-morocco-nigeria-and-ethiopia/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-carl-risch-travels-to-morocco-nigeria-and-ethiopia/">Assistant Secretary Carl Risch Travels to Morocco, Nigeria, and Ethiopia</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 13, 2018 Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Carl Risch will travel to Morocco, Nigeria, and Ethiopia from April 15–21. While in Morocco and Ethiopia, Assistant Secretary Risch will meet with counterparts to discuss a range of consular issues including international legal obligations to accept …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/assistant-secretary-carl-risch-travels-to-morocco-nigeria-and-ethiopia/" aria-label="Read More Assistant Secretary Carl Risch Travels to Morocco, Nigeria, and Ethiopia" title="Assistant Secretary Carl Risch Travels to Morocco, Nigeria, and Ethiopia">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26840 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-an-emergency-un-security-council-meeting-on-syria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-an-emergency-un-security-council-meeting-on-syria/">Remarks at an Emergency UN Security Council Meeting on Syria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City April 14, 2018 As Delivered Thank you, Mr. President, and thank you, Mr. Secretary-General, for your briefing today. This is our fifth Security Council meeting in the past week to address the situation in Syria. A …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-at-an-emergency-un-security-council-meeting-on-syria/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at an Emergency UN Security Council Meeting on Syria" title="Remarks at an Emergency UN Security Council Meeting on Syria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26830 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-assessment-of-the-assad-regimes-chemical-weapons-use/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-assessment-of-the-assad-regimes-chemical-weapons-use/">United States Assessment of the Assad Regime’s Chemical Weapons Use</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release April 13, 2018   Key Takeaway The United States assesses with confidence that the Syrian regime used chemical weapons in the eastern Damascus suburb of Duma on April 7, 2018, killing dozens of men, women, and children, and severely injuring hundreds more. This conclusion …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-assessment-of-the-assad-regimes-chemical-weapons-use/" aria-label="Read More United States Assessment of the Assad Regime’s Chemical Weapons Use" title="United States Assessment of the Assad Regime’s Chemical Weapons Use">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26705 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-michael-dodman-ambassador-united-states-mauritania-presentation-credentials/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Michael Dodman, Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/1-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Michael Dodman, Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-michael-dodman-ambassador-united-states-mauritania-presentation-credentials/">Statement of Michael Dodman, Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania after presentation of his credentials</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Nouakchott, March 13, 2018 Assalamalekum. I would like to begin my remarks by expressing my honor in being in your beautiful country in my capacity as Ambassador of the United States of America to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. It is my great pleasure to convey to the people of Mauritania the greetings and salutations …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-michael-dodman-ambassador-united-states-mauritania-presentation-credentials/" aria-label="Read More Statement of Michael Dodman, Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania after presentation of his credentials" title="Statement of Michael Dodman, Ambassador of the United States to Mauritania after presentation of his credentials">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26813 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-on-the-chemical-attack-in-douma/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-on-the-chemical-attack-in-douma/">Statement by Heather Nauert – On the Chemical Attack in Douma</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>U.S. Department of StateOffice of the SpokespersonFor Immediate ReleaseStatement By Heather Nauert, SpokespersonWashington, DCApril 7, 2018 We continue to closely follow disturbing reports on April 7 regarding another alleged chemical weapons attack, this time targeting a hospital in Douma, Syria. Reports from a number of contacts and medical personnel on the ground indicate a potentially …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-by-heather-nauert-on-the-chemical-attack-in-douma/" aria-label="Read More Statement by Heather Nauert – On the Chemical Attack in Douma" title="Statement by Heather Nauert – On the Chemical Attack in Douma">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26790 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-moved/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-moved/">The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has moved</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has moved. The address of the new location is: Embassy of United State of America Nouadhibou Road, Avenue Al Quds, NOT PRTZ. Nouakchott, Mauritania The main telephone number will remain the same: (222) 4525-2660 or by e-mail at <a href="mailto:consularNKC@state.gov">consularNKC@state.gov</a> . The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott maintains helpful information on our website …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-nouakchott-moved/" aria-label="Read More The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has moved" title="The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has moved">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 April, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26755 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2018-international-women-courage-awardee/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2018-international-women-courage-awardee/">2018 International Women of Courage Awardee</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Meet the 2018 International #WomenofCourage By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/dipnote-bloggers">DipNote Bloggers</a> on March 21, 2018 The 2018 Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award recipients have been announced. These 10 women will be honored during a ceremony at the U.S Department of State featuring remarks by First Lady Melania Trump and State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert, on March 23, at 2:00 PM EDT. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2018-international-women-courage-awardee/" aria-label="Read More 2018 International Women of Courage Awardee" title="2018 International Women of Courage Awardee">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26737 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-messages-for-us-citizens category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-fee-increase/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-fee-increase/">Passport Fee Increase</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35. The $10 execution fee increase applies to U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form including: first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous passport lost or stolen. Customers applying with the DS-11 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/passport-fee-increase/" aria-label="Read More Passport Fee Increase" title="Passport Fee Increase">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/messages-for-us-citizens/" title="Messages for U.S. Citizens">Messages for U.S. Citizens</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26731 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france-3/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france-3/">Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>FOREIGN POLICY Issued on: March 10, 2018 President Donald J. Trump spoke yesterday with President Emmanuel Macron of France about the President’s decision to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. President Trump underscored that his decision is necessary and appropriate to protect national security. Both Presidents discussed alternative ways to address United States concerns. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france-3/" aria-label="Read More Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France" title="Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26660 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-observance-international-womens-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-observance-international-womens-day/">Annual Observance of International Women’s Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC March 8, 2018 As we commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the United States renews our steadfast commitment to addressing inequalities between women and men at home and abroad and reaffirms the importance of advancing the status of women and girls globally. We will …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/annual-observance-international-womens-day/" aria-label="Read More Annual Observance of International Women’s Day" title="Annual Observance of International Women’s Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26651 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-relations-new-framework/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-relations-new-framework/">U.S.-Africa Relations: A New Framework</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia March 6, 2018 MR CABRERA: Good morning, everyone. Thank you so much for being with us today for a very, very special presentation. I’m honored to welcome our Secretary of State to George Mason, who, as you know, is on his way to a …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-africa-relations-new-framework/" aria-label="Read More U.S.-Africa Relations: A New Framework" title="U.S.-Africa Relations: A New Framework">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26646 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-2/">Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania March 6, 2018</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Location: Nouakchott, Mauritania Event: The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott advises U.S. citizens of a new scam used by criminal gangs to lure and trap unsuspecting persons. Gangs are now using small children to approach would-be victims pretending to be lost. When the person stops to speak with the child, the child shows them a piece …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania-2/" aria-label="Read More Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania March 6, 2018" title="Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Nouakchott, Mauritania March 6, 2018">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26640 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/zero-tolerance-joint-u-s-un-training-effort-uphold-accountability-sexual-exploitation-abuse-peacekeeping-missions/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/zero-tolerance-joint-u-s-un-training-effort-uphold-accountability-sexual-exploitation-abuse-peacekeeping-missions/">Zero Tolerance: Joint U.S.-UN Training Effort to Uphold Accountability for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Peacekeeping Missions</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/ginae-lee">Ginae Lee</a> on February 21, 2018 Around the world, the United Nations deploys nearly 100,000 uniformed peacekeepers to help stabilize conflict-affected countries, maintain peace and security, and protect civilians. UN policies require all personnel, including peacekeepers, to uphold the highest standards of conduct, professionalism, and accountability. While the vast majority of men and women serving as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/zero-tolerance-joint-u-s-un-training-effort-uphold-accountability-sexual-exploitation-abuse-peacekeeping-missions/" aria-label="Read More Zero Tolerance: Joint U.S.-UN Training Effort to Uphold Accountability for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Peacekeeping Missions" title="Zero Tolerance: Joint U.S.-UN Training Effort to Uphold Accountability for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Peacekeeping Missions">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26631 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-terrorist-designations-isis-affiliates-senior-leaders/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-terrorist-designations-isis-affiliates-senior-leaders/">State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Senior Leaders</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 27, 2018 The Department of State has designated three ISIS-affiliated groups – ISIS-West Africa, ISIS-Philippines, and ISIS-Bangladesh – as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) under Section 1(b) of Executive Order (E.O.) 13224 and as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) pursuant to Section 219 of the Immigration and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/state-department-terrorist-designations-isis-affiliates-senior-leaders/" aria-label="Read More State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Senior Leaders" title="State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Senior Leaders">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26622 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorism-designations-faqs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorism-designations-faqs/">Terrorism Designations FAQs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 27, 2018 What are the different types of terrorism designations for groups and individuals? There are two main authorities for terrorism designations of groups and individuals. Groups can be designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Under Executive Order (E.O.) 13224, a wider range …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/terrorism-designations-faqs/" aria-label="Read More Terrorism Designations FAQs" title="Terrorism Designations FAQs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 March, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26594 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/observance-international-day-zero-tolerance-female-genital-mutilation-cutting/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/observance-international-day-zero-tolerance-female-genital-mutilation-cutting/">Observance of the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC February 6, 2018 February 6 marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C). The United States stands in solidarity with governments and communities around the world working to end this human rights abuse. According to UNICEF, at least 200 million girls and women …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/observance-international-day-zero-tolerance-female-genital-mutilation-cutting/" aria-label="Read More Observance of the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting" title="Observance of the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 February, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26575 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-mauritania-officially-launch-ambitious-integrated-youth/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2310-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="United States and Mauritania Officially Launch Ambitious and Integrated Youth" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2310-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2310-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_2310-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="IMG_2310" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-mauritania-officially-launch-ambitious-integrated-youth/">United States and Mauritania Officially Launch Ambitious and Integrated Youth</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>(Nouakchott, Mauritania, February 6th) – Today, the Mauritanian Minister of Employment, Vocational Training, Information and Communication Technologies Mr. Seyedna Ali Ould Mohamed Khouna and the Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Mauritania, Mr. Irvin Hicks co-presided over the official launching ceremony of the “Empowering Mauritanian Youth through Education, Leadership and Self-Improvement” (EMELI) project. Ms. Lisa …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-mauritania-officially-launch-ambitious-integrated-youth/" aria-label="Read More United States and Mauritania Officially Launch Ambitious and Integrated Youth" title="United States and Mauritania Officially Launch Ambitious and Integrated Youth">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 February, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26556 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-speeches tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-state-union-address/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-state-union-address/">President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Issued on: January 30, 2018 TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: Less than 1 year has passed since I first stood at this podium, in this majestic chamber, to speak on behalf of the American People …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-state-union-address/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address" title="President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26541 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/white-house-framework-immigration-reform-border-security/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/white-house-framework-immigration-reform-border-security/">White House Framework on Immigration Reform & Border Security</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>BORDER SECURITY: Securing the Southern and Northern border of the United States takes a combination of physical infrastructure, technology, personnel, resources, authorities, and the ability to close legal loopholes that are exploited by smugglers, traffickers, cartels, criminals and terrorists. The Department of Homeland Security must have the tools to deter illegal immigration; the ability to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/white-house-framework-immigration-reform-border-security/" aria-label="Read More White House Framework on Immigration Reform & Border Security" title="White House Framework on Immigration Reform & Border Security">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 January, 2018 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26490 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-meeting-u-s-decision-move-u-s-embassy-israel-jerusalem/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-meeting-u-s-decision-move-u-s-embassy-israel-jerusalem/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on the U.S. Decision to Move the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City December 8, 2017 Thank you, Mr. President. The Jewish people are a patient people. Throughout three thousand years of civilization, foreign conquest, exile, and return, Jerusalem has remained their spiritual home. For nearly 70 years, the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-meeting-u-s-decision-move-u-s-embassy-israel-jerusalem/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on the U.S. Decision to Move the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on the U.S. Decision to Move the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26484 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day/">International Human Rights Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC December 10, 2017 Sixty-nine years ago today, in the aftermath of World War II, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to recognize and elevate the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all individuals, and that these rights are …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-human-rights-day/" aria-label="Read More International Human Rights Day" title="International Human Rights Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26478 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2391-g5-sahel/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2391-g5-sahel/">Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2391 on the G5 Sahel</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City December 8, 2017 Mr. President, I’d like to begin today by expressing our heartfelt condolences to the families of the 14 Tanzanian peacekeepers killed and the more than 40 who were wounded in last night’s attack …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2391-g5-sahel/" aria-label="Read More Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2391 on the G5 Sahel" title="Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2391 on the G5 Sahel">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26464 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-alert category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-personal-security-reminder-december-7-2017/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-personal-security-reminder-december-7-2017/">Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder (December 7, 2017)</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Nouakchott reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-personal-security-reminder-december-7-2017/" aria-label="Read More Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder (December 7, 2017)" title="Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder (December 7, 2017)">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/alert/" title="Alert">Alert</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26452 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france/">Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The Presidents agreed on the need for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan Regional Government to resolve their differences through dialogue. President Trump and President Macron also discussed the path to peace in the Middle …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-call-president-emmanuel-macron-france/" aria-label="Read More Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France" title="Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26404 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2017/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2017/">World AIDS Day 2017</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2017 On World AIDS Day, we honor those who have lost their lives to AIDS, celebrate the progress we have made together in combatting this disease, and continue our commitment toward ending AIDS as a public health threat. The United States is proud …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-aids-day-2017/" aria-label="Read More World AIDS Day 2017" title="World AIDS Day 2017">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 December, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26388 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/plenary-speakers-u-s-government-principals-global-entrepreneurship-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/plenary-speakers-u-s-government-principals-global-entrepreneurship-summit/">Plenary Speakers and U.S. Government Principals at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 27, 2017 The Global Entrepreneurship Summit is being held for the first time in South Asia in Hyderabad, India, from November 28-30. Co-hosted by the Governments of the United States and India, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi will inaugurate the summit and Advisor to the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/plenary-speakers-u-s-government-principals-global-entrepreneurship-summit/" aria-label="Read More Plenary Speakers and U.S. Government Principals at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit" title="Plenary Speakers and U.S. Government Principals at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26382 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lets-recommit-ending-violence-women-girls/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lets-recommit-ending-violence-women-girls/">Let’s Recommit to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By Rahima Kandahari on November 25, 2017 Worldwide, one in three women will experience violence in her lifetime. Given the costs violence poses to individuals, families, communities, and economies, this is a statistic we cannot ignore. On November 25, the global community will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and begin “16 Days …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/lets-recommit-ending-violence-women-girls/" aria-label="Read More Let’s Recommit to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls" title="Let’s Recommit to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26375 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-former-u-s-government-leaders category-news category-press-releases tag-rex-tillerson"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-tillerson-meets-african-foreign-ministers/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-tillerson-meets-african-foreign-ministers/">Secretary Tillerson Meets With African Foreign Ministers</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 22, 2017 Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with delegations from 37 countries and the African Union Commission, in addition to representatives from the U.S. and African private sectors and civil society on November 17 to address our cooperation in increasing trade and investment, promoting good …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/secretary-tillerson-meets-african-foreign-ministers/" aria-label="Read More Secretary Tillerson Meets With African Foreign Ministers" title="Secretary Tillerson Meets With African Foreign Ministers">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/former-u-s-government-leaders/" title="Former U.S. Government Leaders">Former U.S. Government Leaders</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/rex-tillerson/" rel="tag">Rex Tillerson</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26368 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-elimination-violence-women/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-elimination-violence-women/">International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC November 22, 2017 In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (IDEVAW) on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States reaffirms its commitment to defending the rights of women and girls to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-elimination-violence-women/" aria-label="Read More International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women" title="International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26313 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/entrepreneurs-investors-selected-2017-global-entrepreneurship-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/entrepreneurs-investors-selected-2017-global-entrepreneurship-summit/">Entrepreneurs and Investors Selected for the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 18, 2017 The United States and India are proud to announce the selection of the 1,500 individuals who will participate in the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be co-hosted by the United States and India in Hyderabad, India, November 28-30. Advisor to the President Ivanka …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/entrepreneurs-investors-selected-2017-global-entrepreneurship-summit/" aria-label="Read More Entrepreneurs and Investors Selected for the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit" title="Entrepreneurs and Investors Selected for the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26304 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-ministerial-trade-security-governance-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-ministerial-trade-security-governance-africa/">Remarks at the Ministerial on Trade, Security, and Governance in Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Loy Henderson Conference Room Washington, DC November 17, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Thank you. And good morning, everyone. It really is my honor to welcome all of you to the State Department this morning. And we are grateful to see so many friends and partners here in the United …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-ministerial-trade-security-governance-africa/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at the Ministerial on Trade, Security, and Governance in Africa" title="Remarks at the Ministerial on Trade, Security, and Governance in Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26238 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-nigerien-investigation-teams-return-tongo-tongo-niger/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-nigerien-investigation-teams-return-tongo-tongo-niger/">AFRICOM, Nigerien investigation teams return to Tongo Tongo, Niger</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>A joint U.S. Africa Command and Niger military investigation team returned to the village of Tongo Tongo, Niger on Nov. 12 in order to gain a clearer understanding of the Oct. 4 ambush, the attack site and the surrounding environment. This mission allowed the investigation team to gather information and determine the facts related to …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/africom-nigerien-investigation-teams-return-tongo-tongo-niger/" aria-label="Read More AFRICOM, Nigerien investigation teams return to Tongo Tongo, Niger" title="AFRICOM, Nigerien investigation teams return to Tongo Tongo, Niger">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26231 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-participation-cop-23-bonn-germany/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-participation-cop-23-bonn-germany/">U.S. Participation in COP-23 in Bonn, Germany</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2017 The United States is participating in the 23rd Conference of the Parties (COP-23) of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change taking place in Bonn, Germany from November 6-17. The Department of State is leading the U.S. delegation, with Under Secretary for Political Affairs, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-participation-cop-23-bonn-germany/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Participation in COP-23 in Bonn, Germany" title="U.S. Participation in COP-23 in Bonn, Germany">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 14 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26191 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-seminars-government-mauritanian-spokespersons-young-journalists/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Training-for-Government-Officials-Photo-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Training seminars for Government of Mauritanian Spokespersons and Young Journalists" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Training-for-Government-Officials-Photo-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Training-for-Government-Officials-Photo-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/Training-for-Government-Officials-Photo-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Training seminars for Government of Mauritanian Spokespersons and Young Journalists" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-seminars-government-mauritanian-spokespersons-young-journalists/">Training seminars for Government of Mauritanian Spokespersons and Young Journalists</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On Tuesday, October 31, Ambassador of the United States of America to Mauritania Larry Andre and Minister of Relations with Parliament and Civil Society Hawa Tandia, co-chaired the opening ceremony for a training seminar organized by the US Embassy in collaboration with the Ministry of Relations with Parliament and Civil Society, for the benefit of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/training-seminars-government-mauritanian-spokespersons-young-journalists/" aria-label="Read More Training seminars for Government of Mauritanian Spokespersons and Young Journalists" title="Training seminars for Government of Mauritanian Spokespersons and Young Journalists">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26175 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-end-impunity-crimes-journalists/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-end-impunity-crimes-journalists/">International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 2, 2017 Around the world, journalists work often at great personal risk to report on issues that impact the lives of individuals in all societies. They shine a light on abuses and corruption, expose threats posed by transnational criminal organizations, and counter disinformation and propaganda that …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/international-day-end-impunity-crimes-journalists/" aria-label="Read More International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists" title="International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 November, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26154 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-pledging-60-million-new-support-security-assistance-sahel-region/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-pledging-60-million-new-support-security-assistance-sahel-region/">United States Pledging up to $60 Million in New Support for Security Assistance in the Sahel Region</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC October 30, 2017 Defeating terrorism depends on making sure terrorist organizations cannot have safe havens on any continent. To that end, pending consultation with Congress, the United States is today pledging up to $60 million to support the G5 Sahel Joint Force’s counterterrorism efforts. This …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-pledging-60-million-new-support-security-assistance-sahel-region/" aria-label="Read More United States Pledging up to $60 Million in New Support for Security Assistance in the Sahel Region" title="United States Pledging up to $60 Million in New Support for Security Assistance in the Sahel Region">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26139 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/status-u-s-refugee-admissions-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/status-u-s-refugee-admissions-program/">Status of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 24, 2017   Based on Section 6(a) of Executive Order 13780, “Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States,” the U.S. government undertook a 120-day review of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) to identify and implement additional security screening processes in order …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/status-u-s-refugee-admissions-program/" aria-label="Read More Status of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program" title="Status of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26127 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-entry-period-diversity-visa-program-dv-2019/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-entry-period-diversity-visa-program-dv-2019/">New Entry Period for Diversity Visa Program – DV-2019</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>CA Press Guidance October 13, 2017 NEW ENTRY PERIOD FOR DIVERSITY VISA PROGRAM – DV-2019 Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. We regret the inconvenience to Diversity Visa entrants. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-entry-period-diversity-visa-program-dv-2019/" aria-label="Read More New Entry Period for Diversity Visa Program – DV-2019" title="New Entry Period for Diversity Visa Program – DV-2019">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26081 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/speech-ambassador-andre-october-11-2017-new-embassy-compound/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8838-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8838-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8838-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8838-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/speech-ambassador-andre-october-11-2017-new-embassy-compound/">Speech by Ambassador André on October 11, 2017 New Embassy Compound</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ministers, Ambassadors, Honored guests, dear friends, family, and colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome, Bienvenue, Marhaba. Thank you for joining us on this very special evening–the inauguration of the American people’s new embassy to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. From this site, my colleagues and I will continue to promote close relations, based on shared interests …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/speech-ambassador-andre-october-11-2017-new-embassy-compound/" aria-label="Read More Speech by Ambassador André on October 11, 2017 New Embassy Compound" title="Speech by Ambassador André on October 11, 2017 New Embassy Compound">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26068 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-dedicates-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8881-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8881-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8881-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/IMG_8881-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-dedicates-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/">United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>In an important symbol of our enduring friendship with the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, U.S. Ambassador Larry Andre dedicated the new U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott today. The new Embassy is situated on a 10.5-acre site in the Tevragh Zeina district and includes a chancery, Marine Security Guard residence, support buildings, and facilities for the embassy …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-dedicates-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" title="United States Dedicates the New U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26046 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidents-new-immigration-priorities/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidents-new-immigration-priorities/">President’s New Immigration Priorities</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC October 8, 2017 The President’s new immigration priorities are focused on keeping Americans safe, ensuring our sovereignty through strong borders, and preserving our country as a nation of laws. The first duty of the federal government is to provide for the national security of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidents-new-immigration-priorities/" aria-label="Read More President’s New Immigration Priorities" title="President’s New Immigration Priorities">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26040 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-honoring-victims-tragedy-las-vegas-nevada/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-honoring-victims-tragedy-las-vegas-nevada/">Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Our Nation is heartbroken. We mourn with all whose loved ones were murdered and injured in last night’s horrible tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we grieve, we pray that God may provide comfort and relief to all those suffering. As a mark of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/presidential-proclamation-honoring-victims-tragedy-las-vegas-nevada/" aria-label="Read More Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada" title="Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 October, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26026 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases tag-usaid"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-west-africa-supports-local-ngos-stop-sida-el-hanane/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/WAAF_ELHANANE092517-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="USAID West Africa supports local Mauritanian NGOs" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/WAAF_ELHANANE092517-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/WAAF_ELHANANE092517-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/WAAF_ELHANANE092517-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="USAID West Africa supports local Mauritanian NGOs" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-west-africa-supports-local-ngos-stop-sida-el-hanane/">USAID West Africa Supports local NGOs, STOP SIDA and EL HANANE</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>USAID West Africa Supports local NGOs, STOP SIDA and EL HANANE, through the West African Ambassadors Fund (WAAF) and EngenderHealth grants Nouakchott, MAURITANIA – United States Agency for International Development (USAID) /West Africa through the West African Ambassador’s Fund (WAAF) and EngenderHealth’s “Agir PF” program awarded two grants of $25,000/each local NGOs : STOP-SIDA and EL …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-west-africa-supports-local-ngos-stop-sida-el-hanane/" aria-label="Read More USAID West Africa Supports local NGOs, STOP SIDA and EL HANANE" title="USAID West Africa Supports local NGOs, STOP SIDA and EL HANANE">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/usaid/" rel="tag">USAID</a></p> </article> <article class="post-26002 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-announces-enhanced-national-security-measures/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-announces-enhanced-national-security-measures/">President Donald J. Trump Announces Enhanced National Security Measures</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary New security measures establish minimum requirements for international cooperation to support U.S. visa and immigration vetting Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the establishment of enhanced national security measures, aimed at creating—for the first time in history—minimum requirements for international cooperation to support visa and immigration vetting …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-announces-enhanced-national-security-measures/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump Announces Enhanced National Security Measures" title="President Donald J. Trump Announces Enhanced National Security Measures">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25993 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-strengthens-security-standards-traveling-america/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-strengthens-security-standards-traveling-america/">President Donald J. Trump Strengthens Security Standards For Traveling to America</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The White House Office of the Press Secretary “Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump NEW PROTECTIONS: President Donald J. Trump is taking key steps to protect the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-strengthens-security-standards-traveling-america/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump Strengthens Security Standards For Traveling to America" title="President Donald J. Trump Strengthens Security Standards For Traveling to America">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 26 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25983 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-green-announces-pmi-launch-expansion-west-central-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-green-announces-pmi-launch-expansion-west-central-africa/">USAID ADMINISTRATOR GREEN ANNOUNCES PMI LAUNCH AND EXPANSION IN WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Today, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green announced that the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), led by USAID and implemented together with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), will launch new country programs in Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Niger, and Sierra Leone, and expand its existing program in Burkina …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-green-announces-pmi-launch-expansion-west-central-africa/" aria-label="Read More USAID ADMINISTRATOR GREEN ANNOUNCES PMI LAUNCH AND EXPANSION IN WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA" title="USAID ADMINISTRATOR GREEN ANNOUNCES PMI LAUNCH AND EXPANSION IN WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25977 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-increases-pressure-cut-off-funding-north-korea/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-increases-pressure-cut-off-funding-north-korea/">Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Increases Pressure to Cut off Funding for North Korea</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>STRONG FINANCIAL SANCTIONS: President Trump today issued a new Executive Order (E.O.) imposing additional sanctions with respect to North Korea. The provocative, destabilizing, and repressive actions and policies of the Government of North Korea constitute a continuing threat to the national security, foreign policy, and, economy of the United States and a disturbance of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-increases-pressure-cut-off-funding-north-korea/" aria-label="Read More Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Increases Pressure to Cut off Funding for North Korea" title="Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Increases Pressure to Cut off Funding for North Korea">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25970 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-meeting-president-emmanuel-macron-france/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-meeting-president-emmanuel-macron-france/">Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>President Donald J. Trump met last night in New York with President Emmanuel Macron of France. They exchanged views on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action for Iran and how to curtail Iran’s destabilizing activities in the region. They also discussed how to accelerate the destruction of ISIS and help resolve the Syrian civil war …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/readout-president-donald-j-trumps-meeting-president-emmanuel-macron-france/" aria-label="Read More Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France" title="Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25963 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-research-app-combat-child-labor-modern-slavery/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-research-app-combat-child-labor-modern-slavery/">NEW RESEARCH AND APP TO COMBAT CHILD LABOR AND MODERN SLAVERY</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Child Labor Report Calls for Accelerated Action, and Comply Chain App Helps Businesses Rid Labor Abuses in Global Supply Chains WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor today released an update of its annual child labor report – representing the most comprehensive research product to date on the state of child labor in over …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/new-research-app-combat-child-labor-modern-slavery/" aria-label="Read More NEW RESEARCH AND APP TO COMBAT CHILD LABOR AND MODERN SLAVERY" title="NEW RESEARCH AND APP TO COMBAT CHILD LABOR AND MODERN SLAVERY">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 21 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25933 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-72nd-session-united-nations-general-assembly/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-72nd-session-united-nations-general-assembly/">Remarks by President Trump to the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>United Nations New York, New York 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of our …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-72nd-session-united-nations-general-assembly/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump to the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly" title="Remarks by President Trump to the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25916 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-awards-25-million-global-fund-end-modern-slavery/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-awards-25-million-global-fund-end-modern-slavery/">U.S. Awards $25 Million to the Global Fund to End Modern Slavery</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC September 14, 2017 The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce a groundbreaking $25 million award to the Global Fund to End Modern Slavery for transformational programs around the world to reduce the prevalence of modern slavery – also known as human trafficking. We …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-awards-25-million-global-fund-end-modern-slavery/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Awards $25 Million to the Global Fund to End Modern Slavery" title="U.S. Awards $25 Million to the Global Fund to End Modern Slavery">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25899 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/neighborhood-community-watch-meeting/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/NEC-Neighbourhood-Watch-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Neighborhood Community Watch meeting Photos" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/NEC-Neighbourhood-Watch-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/NEC-Neighbourhood-Watch-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/NEC-Neighbourhood-Watch-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="NEC Neighbourhood Watch 2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/neighborhood-community-watch-meeting/">Neighborhood Community Watch Meeting</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On August 31st, the U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott hosted its first Neighborhood Community Watch meeting at the New Embassy Compound. The attendees included Mauritanian police and security forces, as well as local residents and local business representatives. The embassy’s security team proposed to engage members of the neighborhood as part of its plan to reduce …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/neighborhood-community-watch-meeting/" aria-label="Read More Neighborhood Community Watch Meeting" title="Neighborhood Community Watch Meeting">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25892 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-african-partnerships-advancing-common-interests/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-african-partnerships-advancing-common-interests/">U.S.-African Partnerships: Advancing Common Interests</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Thomas A. Shannon, Jr. Under Secretary for Political Affairs U.S. Institute of Peace Washington, DC September 13, 2017 Introduction Good morning. Thank you President Lindborg for your very kind and generous introduction. To you and to Ambassador Carson I am grateful for the invitation to participate in this important and timely symposium. It is always …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-african-partnerships-advancing-common-interests/" aria-label="Read More U.S.-African Partnerships: Advancing Common Interests" title="U.S.-African Partnerships: Advancing Common Interests">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25886 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/advancing-human-rights-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/advancing-human-rights-mauritania/">Advancing Human Rights in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/marissa-brescia">Marissa Brescia</a> , <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/cara-vileno">Cara Vileno</a> on September 13, 2017 Mauritania, a geographically large country located just across the Atlantic from Washington, DC, is a country rich in history and traditions. More than three times the size of New Mexico, its desert landscape is home to approximately four million people. Landing in the capital of Nouakchott to visit two …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/advancing-human-rights-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Advancing Human Rights in Mauritania" title="Advancing Human Rights in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25880 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-resolution-2375-2017-strengthening-sanctions-north-korea/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-resolution-2375-2017-strengthening-sanctions-north-korea/">FACT SHEET: Resolution 2375 (2017) Strengthening Sanctions on North Korea</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Resolution 2375 (2017), adopted unanimously by the United Nations Security Council on September 11, 2017, strengthens UN sanctions on North Korea in response to the North Korea nuclear test conducted on September 2, 2017. As such, this resolution sends a very clear message to North Korea that the Security Council is united in condemning North …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-resolution-2375-2017-strengthening-sanctions-north-korea/" aria-label="Read More FACT SHEET: Resolution 2375 (2017) Strengthening Sanctions on North Korea" title="FACT SHEET: Resolution 2375 (2017) Strengthening Sanctions on North Korea">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25864 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release/">Press Release</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States Embassy to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania is concerned that on September 8, 12 American civil rights leaders were denied entry into Mauritania. The private delegation of civil rights leaders, organized by the Chicago-based Abolition Institute and the civil rights Rainbow PUSH, were scheduled to visit Mauritania from September 8 – 15 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-release/" aria-label="Read More Press Release" title="Press Release">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25858 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/women-leaders-essential-continued-fight-isis/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/women-leaders-essential-continued-fight-isis/">Why Women Leaders are Essential to the Continued Fight Against ISIS</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By <a href="https://blogs.state.gov/contributors/christina-gay">Christina Gay</a> on September 5, 2017 ISIS has lost 90 percent of the territory it controlled in Iraq in August 2014, and at least 58 percent in Syria, with the liberation of Mosul this summer marking a milestone in the fight to defeat the Islamic State. As ISIS retreats, women’s leadership is more important than ever …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/women-leaders-essential-continued-fight-isis/" aria-label="Read More Why Women Leaders are Essential to the Continued Fight Against ISIS" title="Why Women Leaders are Essential to the Continued Fight Against ISIS">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25854 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases tag-visa"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-notice/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-notice/">Press Notice: Consular Related Information</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania remains open for business. However, due to staffing shortages (personnel transitions), nonimmigrant visa operations will be significantly reduced for the foreseeable future. During that period, the U.S. Embassy in Dakar, Senegal will accept appointments for any nonimmigrant visa applicant from Mauritania. Those interested in this …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/press-notice/" aria-label="Read More Press Notice: Consular Related Information" title="Press Notice: Consular Related Information">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 September, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/visa/" rel="tag">Visa</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25808 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-2016-international-religious-freedom-annual-report/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-2016-international-religious-freedom-annual-report/">Remarks on the 2016 International Religious Freedom Annual Report</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Treaty Room Washington, DC August 15, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Morning, all. We are releasing today the <a href="https://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/irf/religiousfreedom/index.htm">2016 International Religious Freedom Report.</a> This report is a requirement pursuant to the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 – legislation that upholds religious freedom as a core American value under the Constitution’s First Amendment, as well as …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-2016-international-religious-freedom-annual-report/" aria-label="Read More Remarks on the 2016 International Religious Freedom Annual Report" title="Remarks on the 2016 International Religious Freedom Annual Report">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25802 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/brady-reichert-express-strong-support-agoa-u-s-co-hosts-forum-togo/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/brady-reichert-express-strong-support-agoa-u-s-co-hosts-forum-togo/">Brady & Reichert Express Strong Support for AGOA as U.S. Co-Hosts Forum in Togo</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) and Trade Subcommittee Chairman Dave Reichert (R-WA) issued the following statements as the United States and Togo co-host the 2017 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum this week to further strengthen important economic ties between the United States and Africa. Reinforcing …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/brady-reichert-express-strong-support-agoa-u-s-co-hosts-forum-togo/" aria-label="Read More Brady & Reichert Express Strong Support for AGOA as U.S. Co-Hosts Forum in Togo" title="Brady & Reichert Express Strong Support for AGOA as U.S. Co-Hosts Forum in Togo">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25796 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-welcome-remarks-employees/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-welcome-remarks-employees/">USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN WELCOME REMARKS TO EMPLOYEES</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good morning. It’s good to see all of you. Thank you for your kind welcome. I can’t tell you what an honor and relief it is to finally be here with you. And before we go any further, I have a debt of gratitude to a number of people that I would like to mention. …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/usaid-administrator-mark-green-welcome-remarks-employees/" aria-label="Read More USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN WELCOME REMARKS TO EMPLOYEES" title="USAID ADMINISTRATOR MARK GREEN WELCOME REMARKS TO EMPLOYEES">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25783 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/7-facts-might-not-know-usaids-new-administrator/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/7-facts-might-not-know-usaids-new-administrator/">7 Facts You Might Not Know About USAID’s New Administrator</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On August 3, Ambassador Mark Green was confirmed as USAID’s Administrator. Read on to learn more about him. 1. He grew up in the Midwest. Ambassador Mark Green was born in Boston, but he attended high school and college in Wisconsin. He majored in English and political science at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/7-facts-might-not-know-usaids-new-administrator/" aria-label="Read More 7 Facts You Might Not Know About USAID’s New Administrator" title="7 Facts You Might Not Know About USAID’s New Administrator">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25769 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases tag-agoa"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-2017-agoa-forum-togo/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-2017-agoa-forum-togo/">U.S. Delegation at 2017 AGOA Forum in Togo</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 7, 2017 Senior Bureau Official for African Affairs Peter Barlerin will travel to Togo from August 7 – August 10 as part of the delegation led by U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to attend the 2017 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, held August 8-10 …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-2017-agoa-forum-togo/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Delegation at 2017 AGOA Forum in Togo" title="U.S. Delegation at 2017 AGOA Forum in Togo">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/agoa/" rel="tag">AGOA</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25763 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senate-confirmation-mark-andrew-green-administrator-u-s-agency-international-development/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senate-confirmation-mark-andrew-green-administrator-u-s-agency-international-development/">Senate Confirmation of Mark Andrew Green as Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC August 3, 2017 We welcome today’s Senate confirmation of Mark Andrew Green as the new Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). As a Member of Congress, a U.S. Ambassador, a Member of the Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and as President …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/senate-confirmation-mark-andrew-green-administrator-u-s-agency-international-development/" aria-label="Read More Senate Confirmation of Mark Andrew Green as Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development" title="Senate Confirmation of Mark Andrew Green as Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25737 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott-2/">Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that political opposition parties are planning several protests throughout Nouakchott, and possibly other areas, leading up to and during the August 5 constitutional referendum. The government of Mauritania has denied authorization for some of these planned protests, but demonstrations may still occur. On July 26, violent confrontations occurred between …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott-2/" aria-label="Read More Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott" title="Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25731 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-situation-mali/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-situation-mali/">Statement on the Situation in Mali</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 31, 2017 The United States condemns recurring violations of the ceasefire that have occurred in Mali between signatory armed groups to the 2015 Algiers Peace Accord. We urge the parties to end hostilities immediately and to strictly comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-situation-mali/" aria-label="Read More Statement on the Situation in Mali" title="Statement on the Situation in Mali">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 August, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25720 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott/">Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has learned that political opposition parties are planning several protests throughout Nouakchott this weekend, from July 28 until July 30. The government has denied authorization for some of these planned protests, but demonstrations may still occur regardless of authorization. On July 26, violent confrontations occurred between marching protestors and police …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-protests-planned-nouakchott/" aria-label="Read More Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott" title="Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests Planned in Nouakchott">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 28 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25630 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-new-military-red-zone-northern-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-new-military-red-zone-northern-mauritania/">Security Message for U.S. Citizens: New Military Red Zone in Northern Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott informs U.S. citizens the Mauritanian Ministry of Defense has announced a new military red zone in Northern Mauritania. The new red zone is situated between Cheggat, Ain Bentili, Dhar Tichitt, and Lemreyye. Mauritanian authorities now prohibit travel in this area. The Ministry of Defense has advised the public that any …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-new-military-red-zone-northern-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Security Message for U.S. Citizens: New Military Red Zone in Northern Mauritania" title="Security Message for U.S. Citizens: New Military Red Zone in Northern Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25610 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-togo-co-host-2017-agoa-forum-lome-togo/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-togo-co-host-2017-agoa-forum-lome-togo/">The United States and Togo To Co-Host the 2017 AGOA Forum in Lomé, Togo</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 14, 2017 The United States and Togo will co-host the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum in Lomé, Togo August 8-10. The Forum will bring together senior government officials from the United States and 38 Sub-Saharan African AGOA-eligible countries to discuss ways to boost economic …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-togo-co-host-2017-agoa-forum-lome-togo/" aria-label="Read More The United States and Togo To Co-Host the 2017 AGOA Forum in Lomé, Togo" title="The United States and Togo To Co-Host the 2017 AGOA Forum in Lomé, Togo">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25592 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-president-macron-france-joint-press-conference-july-13-2017/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-president-macron-france-joint-press-conference-july-13-2017/">Remarks by President Trump and President Macron of France in Joint Press Conference | July 13, 2017</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Élysée Palace Paris, France 6:44 P.M. CET PRESIDENT MACRON: (As interpreted.) Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. First and foremost, I want to thank President Trump for his visit to Paris this afternoon and tomorrow, tomorrow morning, as well as to thank his delegation. I was very pleased to be able to welcome President Trump and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-president-trump-president-macron-france-joint-press-conference-july-13-2017/" aria-label="Read More Remarks by President Trump and President Macron of France in Joint Press Conference | July 13, 2017" title="Remarks by President Trump and President Macron of France in Joint Press Conference | July 13, 2017">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25585 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-small-group-session-global-coalition-defeat-isis-special-presidential-envoy-mcgurk-washington-dc/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-small-group-session-global-coalition-defeat-isis-special-presidential-envoy-mcgurk-washington-dc/">Remarks at the Small Group Session of the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS by Special Presidential Envoy McGurk in Washington, DC</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Remarks Brett McGurk Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition To Counter ISIS, Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition To Counter ISIS Deputy Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister of Iraq Dr. Naufel Al Hassan Washington, DC July 13, 2017 MR MCGURK: Thank you, Terry. Good morning. Distinguished ambassadors, coalition …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-small-group-session-global-coalition-defeat-isis-special-presidential-envoy-mcgurk-washington-dc/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at the Small Group Session of the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS by Special Presidential Envoy McGurk in Washington, DC" title="Remarks at the Small Group Session of the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS by Special Presidential Envoy McGurk in Washington, DC">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25501 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases tag-usaid"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-announces-additional-humanitarian-assistance-response-famine-risk-violence-forced-displacement/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-announces-additional-humanitarian-assistance-response-famine-risk-violence-forced-displacement/">United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Response to Famine Risk, Violence, and Forced Displacement</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release Saturday, July 8, 2017 USAID Press Office Today, the United States announced nearly $639 million in additional humanitarian assistance to the millions of people affected by food insecurity and violence in South Sudan, Nigeria, Somalia, and Yemen. This additional funding brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance to over $1.8 billion for these …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-announces-additional-humanitarian-assistance-response-famine-risk-violence-forced-displacement/" aria-label="Read More United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Response to Famine Risk, Violence, and Forced Displacement" title="United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance in Response to Famine Risk, Violence, and Forced Displacement">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/usaid/" rel="tag">USAID</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25461 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-celebrates-independence-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/07/Web-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="July 4, 2017 Celebrations" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/07/Web-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/07/Web-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/07/Web-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Web 1" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-celebrates-independence-day/">U.S. Embassy Celebrates Independence Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Speech by Chargé d’Affaires July 4, 2017 New Embassy Compound   Ministers, Ambassadors, Honored guests, dear friends and family, Ladies and Gentlemen, – Welcome, Marhaba, Bienvenue, Jam hiiri e mon bandiraabe, Kha sounka ma remmou, Jaam Ken yendu bokeyi On behalf of Ambassador Larry André, who is in Washington DC on a temporary assignment, I …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-celebrates-independence-day/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Embassy Celebrates Independence Day" title="U.S. Embassy Celebrates Independence Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25433 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases tag-g5-sahel"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-position-creation-joint-g5-sahel-force/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-position-creation-joint-g5-sahel-force/">U.S. Position on the Creation of a Joint G5 Sahel Force</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Release: The United States applauds the G5 nations – Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, and Niger- for creating this joint G5 Sahel force, which will allow them to better coordinate their efforts to fight extremism on the continent and to take regional ownership over security and stabilization efforts. We view the G5 Sahel joint …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-position-creation-joint-g5-sahel-force/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Position on the Creation of a Joint G5 Sahel Force" title="U.S. Position on the Creation of a Joint G5 Sahel Force">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/g5-sahel/" rel="tag">G5 Sahel</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25417 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases tag-eid-al-fitr"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/occasion-eid-al-fitr/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/occasion-eid-al-fitr/">On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC June 23, 2017   On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the culmination of Ramadan, a month in which many experience meaning and inspiration in acts of fasting, prayer, and charity. This day …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/occasion-eid-al-fitr/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr" title="On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/eid-al-fitr/" rel="tag">Eid al-Fitr</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25423 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/qatar/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/qatar/">Qatar</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC June 25, 2017 Qatar has begun its careful review and consideration of a series of requests presented by Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and UAE. While some of the elements will be very difficult for Qatar to meet, there are significant areas which provide a basis …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/qatar/" aria-label="Read More Qatar" title="Qatar">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25397 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-outside-london-mosque/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-outside-london-mosque/">United States Condemns Attack Outside of London Mosque</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 19, 2017 The United States strongly condemns last night’s attack that appears to have targeted Muslim worshippers in London. We extend our sympathies to the families and community of the victims and our hopes for the quick recovery of those wounded. We commend the work of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-outside-london-mosque/" aria-label="Read More United States Condemns Attack Outside of London Mosque" title="United States Condemns Attack Outside of London Mosque">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25390 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/attack-hotel-kangaba-mali/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/attack-hotel-kangaba-mali/">Attack on Hotel Kangaba in Mali</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 19, 2017 The United States expresses its condolences to the victims and their families of the June 18 terrorist attack at Hotel Kangaba “Le Campement” outside Bamako, Mali. We appreciate the efforts of Malian, French, and United Nations peacekeeping forces in responding to the attack and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/attack-hotel-kangaba-mali/" aria-label="Read More Attack on Hotel Kangaba in Mali" title="Attack on Hotel Kangaba in Mali">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25382 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-delivers-remarks-un-security-council-meeting-african-union/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-delivers-remarks-un-security-council-meeting-african-union/">UN Security Council Meeting on the African Union</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley Delivers Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on the African Union “The African Union has a unique capacity to anticipate crises, mediate conflicts, and deploy troops and police on short notice. They do this, moreover, in some of the most challenging environments in the world. We applaud the increasing leadership the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-delivers-remarks-un-security-council-meeting-african-union/" aria-label="Read More UN Security Council Meeting on the African Union" title="UN Security Council Meeting on the African Union">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25340 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-mauritania-hosts-nouakchott-iftar/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/06/Iftar-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania Hosts Nouakchott Iftar" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/06/Iftar-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/06/Iftar-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/06/Iftar-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Iftar 2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-mauritania-hosts-nouakchott-iftar/">The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania Hosts Nouakchott Iftar</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On June 7th, his Excellency Chargé d’Affaires Irvin Hicks hosted an Iftar in honor of guests from the Mauritanian government, diplomatic corps and religious community at the Ambassador’s residence in Nouakchott, Mauritania. In his remarks for the occasion, the Chargé highlighted to his guests that Ramadan is a special occasion for prayer, meditation, and support …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-mauritania-hosts-nouakchott-iftar/" aria-label="Read More The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania Hosts Nouakchott Iftar" title="The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania Hosts Nouakchott Iftar">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25333 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attacks-london/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attacks-london/">United States Condemns Attacks in London</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 3, 2017 The United States condemns the cowardly attacks targeting innocent civilians in London this evening. We understand U.K. police are currently treating these as terrorist incidents. The United States stands ready to provide any assistance authorities in the United Kingdom may request. Our hearts are …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attacks-london/" aria-label="Read More United States Condemns Attacks in London" title="United States Condemns Attacks in London">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25330 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/womens-cooperative-addresses-water-food-needs-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/womens-cooperative-addresses-water-food-needs-mauritania/">Women’s Cooperative Addresses Water and Food Needs in Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>June 2017—In Mauritania’s Guidimakha region—which faces recurrent drought, lack of water access, and persistent food and nutrition insecurity—a women’s cooperative called Dioubaye works to improve access to nutritious food, water and income for its members and community. Dioubaye, which is the name of a local tree, maintained a garden long before receiving USAID assistance in …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/womens-cooperative-addresses-water-food-needs-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Women’s Cooperative Addresses Water and Food Needs in Mauritania" title="Women’s Cooperative Addresses Water and Food Needs in Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 6 June, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25321 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan/">On the Occasion of Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC May 26, 2017 On behalf of the United States Department of State, Renda and I sincerely wish Muslims around the world a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a month of reverence, generosity, and self-reflection. Most importantly, it is a cherished time for family and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/on-the-occasion-of-ramadan/" aria-label="Read More On the Occasion of Ramadan" title="On the Occasion of Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25312 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-president-donald-j-trump-ramadan/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-president-donald-j-trump-ramadan/">Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan On behalf of the American people, I would like to wish all Muslims a joyful Ramadan. During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning and inspiration in acts of charity and meditation that strengthen our communities. At …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-president-donald-j-trump-ramadan/" aria-label="Read More Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan" title="Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25290 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-honor-2017-grantees-academic-exchange-programs/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Grantees-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Exchange Grantees Photo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Grantees-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Grantees-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Grantees-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Grantees 2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-honor-2017-grantees-academic-exchange-programs/">Reception in Honor of 2017 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania has organized this morning, May 24, 2017, a reception presided by His Excellency Mr. Jeffrey Bournes, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, to honor the Mauritanian students who have been selected this year to participate in further studies in the United States. 20 young Mauritanians …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/reception-honor-2017-grantees-academic-exchange-programs/" aria-label="Read More Reception in Honor of 2017 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs" title="Reception in Honor of 2017 Grantees in our Academic Exchange Programs">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25280 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-arab-islamic-american-summit/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-arab-islamic-american-summit/">President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Thank You. I want to thank King Salman for his extraordinary words, and the magnificent Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for hosting today’s summit. I am honored to be received by such gracious hosts. I have always heard about the splendor of your country and the kindness of your citizens, but words do not do justice …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-arab-islamic-american-summit/" aria-label="Read More President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit" title="President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25251 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/six-mauritanians-attend-2017-mandela-washington-fellowship-young-african-leaders/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Yali-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Group Photo with 2017 YALI Participants" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Yali-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Yali-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/Yali-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Yali 1" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/six-mauritanians-attend-2017-mandela-washington-fellowship-young-african-leaders/">Six Mauritanians to Attend the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Out of ninety young Mauritanian candidates who applied for the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, also called YALI, six have been selected to participate. This program allows young African leaders to pursue professional development and leadership training at major American universities for periods of 6-8 weeks. The Mauritanian beneficiaries this year are: …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/six-mauritanians-attend-2017-mandela-washington-fellowship-young-african-leaders/" aria-label="Read More Six Mauritanians to Attend the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders" title="Six Mauritanians to Attend the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 17 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25232 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-news category-president-of-the-united-states tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-presidents-intent-nominate-mark-green-lead-u-s-agency-international-development/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-presidents-intent-nominate-mark-green-lead-u-s-agency-international-development/">Statement on the President’s Intent to Nominate Mark Green to Lead the U.S. Agency for International Development</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC May 10, 2017 I welcome President Trump’s announcement of his intention to nominate Mark Andrew Green as the new Administrator for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Mark brings vast experience to this position, having served as a U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania, a Member …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-presidents-intent-nominate-mark-green-lead-u-s-agency-international-development/" aria-label="Read More Statement on the President’s Intent to Nominate Mark Green to Lead the U.S. Agency for International Development" title="Statement on the President’s Intent to Nominate Mark Green to Lead the U.S. Agency for International Development">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 11 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25219 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day/">World Press Freedom Day</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC May 3, 2017 Today, on World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the fundamental principles of a free press around the world. We honor those men and women who work tirelessly, often at great personal risk, to tell the stories we would …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/world-press-freedom-day/" aria-label="Read More World Press Freedom Day" title="World Press Freedom Day">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25215 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-news category-security-and-emergency-messages"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-demonstrations-nouakchott-02-may-2017/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-demonstrations-nouakchott-02-may-2017/">Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations in Nouakchott</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that there is currently a large protest being held in the vicinity of the national hospital. The demonstration started yesterday and recently turned violent. Today, protesters have started smashing out windows of vehicles in cars parked and cars driving through the area. Please avoid the area if at all …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-message-u-s-citizens-demonstrations-nouakchott-02-may-2017/" aria-label="Read More Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations in Nouakchott" title="Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations in Nouakchott">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/" title="Security & Emergency Messages">Security & Emergency Messages</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25209 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-hosts-first-regional-c208-simulator-training-event/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/18121728_10155221752087622_847973591148923444_o-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Group Photo with the Trainees" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/18121728_10155221752087622_847973591148923444_o-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/18121728_10155221752087622_847973591148923444_o-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/05/18121728_10155221752087622_847973591148923444_o-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="18121728_10155221752087622_847973591148923444_o" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-hosts-first-regional-c208-simulator-training-event/">Mauritania Hosts the First Regional C208 Simulator Training Event</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mauritania Hosts the First Regional C208 Simulator Training Mauritania is currently hosting (April 24-29, 2017) the first regional C208 simulator training event with participation from Mauritanian Air Force (MAF), Niger Air Force, and US Air Force. This event marked the first time the MAF C208 simulator was used between regional partners, and signifies the first …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/mauritania-hosts-first-regional-c208-simulator-training-event/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania Hosts the First Regional C208 Simulator Training Event" title="Mauritania Hosts the First Regional C208 Simulator Training Event">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 May, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25198 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/road-ahead-malaria-eradication/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/road-ahead-malaria-eradication/">The Road Ahead to Malaria Eradication</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>By Patrick Kachur on April 25, 2017 World Malaria Day arrives today with a theme that is equal parts ambition and aspiration—“End Malaria for Good.” It’s catchy and encapsulates a universal goal. It also compels us to take unflinching stock to understand where we are in the fight against this beguiling foe. And more importantly, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/road-ahead-malaria-eradication/" aria-label="Read More The Road Ahead to Malaria Eradication" title="The Road Ahead to Malaria Eradication">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25172 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-thematic-debate-human-rights/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-thematic-debate-human-rights/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Thematic Debate on Human Rights</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City April 18, 2017 Thirty years ago, my predecessor, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, made the case that human rights have a special place in foreign policy. It had been just two years since the General Assembly passed its …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-thematic-debate-human-rights/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Thematic Debate on Human Rights" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Thematic Debate on Human Rights">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 20 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25153 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-state-edison-electric-institute-launch-africa-utility-power-sector-exchange/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-state-edison-electric-institute-launch-africa-utility-power-sector-exchange/">U.S. Department of State and Edison Electric Institute Launch the Africa Utility Power Sector Exchange</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 6, 2017 The U.S. Department of State in partnership with the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) officially launched the African Utility Power Sector Exchange (AUPSE) initiative today with a workshop in Washington, D.C., attended by African and U.S. utility Chief Executive Officers (CEO). Acting Special Envoy and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-department-state-edison-electric-institute-launch-africa-utility-power-sector-exchange/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Department of State and Edison Electric Institute Launch the Africa Utility Power Sector Exchange" title="U.S. Department of State and Edison Electric Institute Launch the Africa Utility Power Sector Exchange">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25147 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-chairs-un-security-council-meeting-un-peacekeeping-mission-mali/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-chairs-un-security-council-meeting-un-peacekeeping-mission-mali/">Ambassador Nikki Haley Chairs UN Security Council Meeting on the UN Peacekeeping Mission in Mali</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>04/06/2017 “We need to see host governments and peacekeepers working together to make life safer for people on the ground. We need to make sure that we have the backs of peacekeepers when they can’t do their jobs. And we need to make sure missions have benchmarks for accountability…The Mali mission is a key example …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/ambassador-nikki-haley-chairs-un-security-council-meeting-un-peacekeeping-mission-mali/" aria-label="Read More Ambassador Nikki Haley Chairs UN Security Council Meeting on the UN Peacekeeping Mission in Mali" title="Ambassador Nikki Haley Chairs UN Security Council Meeting on the UN Peacekeeping Mission in Mali">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25139 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-pentagon-spokesman-capt-jeff-davis-u-s-strike-syria/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-pentagon-spokesman-capt-jeff-davis-u-s-strike-syria/">Statement from Pentagon Spokesman Capt. Jeff Davis on U.S. strike in Syria</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Release No: NR-126-17 April 6, 2017 At the direction of the president, U.S. forces conducted a cruise missile strike against a Syrian Air Force airfield today at about 8:40 p.m. EDT (4:40 a.m., April 7, in Syria). The strike targeted Shayrat Airfield in Homs governorate, and was in response to the Syrian government’s chemical weapons …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-pentagon-spokesman-capt-jeff-davis-u-s-strike-syria/" aria-label="Read More Statement from Pentagon Spokesman Capt. Jeff Davis on U.S. strike in Syria" title="Statement from Pentagon Spokesman Capt. Jeff Davis on U.S. strike in Syria">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25113 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-council-presidential-statement-strongly-condemns-violence-armed-groups-central-african-republic/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-council-presidential-statement-strongly-condemns-violence-armed-groups-central-african-republic/">Security Council Presidential Statement Strongly Condemns Violence by Armed Groups in Central African Republic</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>“The Security Council expresses concern at the ongoing clashes between armed groups, in particular around Bambari in the Ouaka prefecture, and, most recently, in Bakouma in the Mbomou prefecture, which have caused heavy civilian losses and significant population displacement. “The Security Council deplores all attacks against civilians, abuses and violations of human rights and the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/security-council-presidential-statement-strongly-condemns-violence-armed-groups-central-african-republic/" aria-label="Read More Security Council Presidential Statement Strongly Condemns Violence by Armed Groups in Central African Republic" title="Security Council Presidential Statement Strongly Condemns Violence by Armed Groups in Central African Republic">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 5 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25106 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-st-petersburg-russia/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-st-petersburg-russia/">The United States Condemns the Attack in St. Petersburg, Russia</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Mark C. Toner Acting Spokesperson Washington, DC April 3, 2017 The United States condemns today’s reprehensible attack on passengers of the St. Petersburg metro system. We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who were killed, and our thoughts and prayers are with those injured in the attack and with …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/united-states-condemns-attack-st-petersburg-russia/" aria-label="Read More The United States Condemns the Attack in St. Petersburg, Russia" title="The United States Condemns the Attack in St. Petersburg, Russia">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25090 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2347-destruction-trafficking-cultural-heritage-terrorist-groups/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2347-destruction-trafficking-cultural-heritage-terrorist-groups/">Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2347 on the Destruction and Trafficking of Cultural Heritage by Terrorist Groups</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Michele J. Sison U.S. Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City March 24, 2017 Thank you, Mr. President. The United States thanks the Governments of France and Italy for taking the initiative to rally the international community to protect our world’s common heritage from being …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/explanation-vote-adoption-un-security-council-resolution-2347-destruction-trafficking-cultural-heritage-terrorist-groups/" aria-label="Read More Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2347 on the Destruction and Trafficking of Cultural Heritage by Terrorist Groups" title="Explanation of Vote at the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2347 on the Destruction and Trafficking of Cultural Heritage by Terrorist Groups">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25083 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/issuance-presidential-permit-transcanada-keystone-xl-pipeline/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/issuance-presidential-permit-transcanada-keystone-xl-pipeline/">Issuance of Presidential Permit to TransCanada for Keystone XL Pipeline</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 24, 2017 The Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs has issued a Presidential permit to TransCanada Keystone Pipeline, L.P. (“TransCanada”) authorizing TransCanada to construct, connect, operate, and maintain pipeline facilities at the U.S.-Canadian border in Phillips County, Montana for the importation of crude oil. The …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/issuance-presidential-permit-transcanada-keystone-xl-pipeline/" aria-label="Read More Issuance of Presidential Permit to TransCanada for Keystone XL Pipeline" title="Issuance of Presidential Permit to TransCanada for Keystone XL Pipeline">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 27 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-25065 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fight-trafficking-persons-hero-2017/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/03/TIP-1-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Fight against Trafficking in Persons Hero, 2017" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/03/TIP-1-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/03/TIP-1-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/03/TIP-1-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Fight against Trafficking in Persons Hero, 2017" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fight-trafficking-persons-hero-2017/">Fight against Trafficking in Persons Hero, 2017</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On March 23rd, Ambassador Larry André organized a reception at his residence to pay tribute to Judge Aliou Ba, President of the Special Criminal Court for the Struggle against Slavery in the Eastern Zone, who has just received the “Fight against Trafficking in Persons” Hero Award for the year 2017 from the Embassy of the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/fight-trafficking-persons-hero-2017/" aria-label="Read More Fight against Trafficking in Persons Hero, 2017" title="Fight against Trafficking in Persons Hero, 2017">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 23 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24995 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-open-debate-trafficking-persons-conflict-situations-forced-labor-slavery-similar-practices/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-open-debate-trafficking-persons-conflict-situations-forced-labor-slavery-similar-practices/">Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on “Trafficking in persons in conflict situations: forced labor, slavery, and other similar practices”</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City March 15, 2017 Thank you, Mr. President, for raising this very important issue. Thank you to Secretary-General Guterres, Mr. Hyland, Mr. Fedotov, and Ms. Elman for your briefings and your forceful calls to end all forms …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/remarks-un-security-council-open-debate-trafficking-persons-conflict-situations-forced-labor-slavery-similar-practices/" aria-label="Read More Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on “Trafficking in persons in conflict situations: forced labor, slavery, and other similar practices”" title="Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Debate on “Trafficking in persons in conflict situations: forced labor, slavery, and other similar practices”">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 16 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24991 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/rewards-justice-reward-offer-information-murder-joel-shrum/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/rewards-justice-reward-offer-information-murder-joel-shrum/">Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Murder of Joel Shrum</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 15, 2017 The U.S. Department of State’s Rewards for Justice Program is offering a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction in any country of any individual who committed, conspired to commit, or aided or abetted in the commission …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/rewards-justice-reward-offer-information-murder-joel-shrum/" aria-label="Read More Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Murder of Joel Shrum" title="Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Murder of Joel Shrum">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 15 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24961 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-march-2017-womens-history-month/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-march-2017-womens-history-month/">President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>For Immediate Release March 01, 2017 President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-march-2017-womens-history-month/" aria-label="Read More President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month" title="President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24951 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-exclude category-news category-president-of-the-united-states category-press-releases tag-donald-j-trump"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-joint-session-congress/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-joint-session-congress/">On President Trump’s Speech to Joint Session of Congress</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC March 1, 2017 As the President laid out in his <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/02/28/remarks-president-trump-joint-address-congress">address to Congress</a> , the State Department will continue to engage to advance U.S. interests in the world in cooperation with our partners and allies. We will also continue to support policies and institutions that keep Americans safe, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-trumps-speech-joint-session-congress/" aria-label="Read More On President Trump’s Speech to Joint Session of Congress" title="On President Trump’s Speech to Joint Session of Congress">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 March, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/president-of-the-united-states/" title="President of the United States">President of the United States</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/donald-j-trump/" rel="tag">Donald J. Trump</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24881 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-events category-exclude category-former-u-s-government-leaders category-news tag-rex-tillerson tag-secretary-of-state"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-rex-tillerson-nominee-secretary-state/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-rex-tillerson-nominee-secretary-state/">Statement of Rex Tillerson, Nominee for Secretary of State</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Statement Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Washington, DC January 11, 2017 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yes, I do have members of my family with me today: My wife Renda for more than 30 years who has kept a welcoming home when I would come back from my many travels and also four sons and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/statement-rex-tillerson-nominee-secretary-state/" aria-label="Read More Statement of Rex Tillerson, Nominee for Secretary of State" title="Statement of Rex Tillerson, Nominee for Secretary of State">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 3 February, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/former-u-s-government-leaders/" title="Former U.S. Government Leaders">Former U.S. Government Leaders</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/rex-tillerson/" rel="tag">Rex Tillerson</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/secretary-of-state/" rel="tag">Secretary of State</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24821 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news category-press-releases tag-g5-sahel"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-meets-sahel-g-5-permanent-secretariat-nouakchott/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/01/G5-2-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="U.S. Delegation Meets with Sahel G-5 Permanent Secretariat in Nouakchott" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/01/G5-2-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/01/G5-2-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2017/01/G5-2-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="G5 2" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-meets-sahel-g-5-permanent-secretariat-nouakchott/">U.S. Delegation Meets with Sahel G-5 Permanent Secretariat in Nouakchott</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>A U.S. delegation, led by U.S. Department of State’s Africa Bureau Acting Principle Deputy Assistant Secretary Peter Barlerin, participated in a one-day workshop in Nouakchott with a Sahel G-5 delegation led by the Permanent Secretary Najim Elhadj Mohamed. The objective of this meeting is to reinforce the U.S. relationship with the G-5, build on regional …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-delegation-meets-sahel-g-5-permanent-secretariat-nouakchott/" aria-label="Read More U.S. Delegation Meets with Sahel G-5 Permanent Secretariat in Nouakchott" title="U.S. Delegation Meets with Sahel G-5 Permanent Secretariat in Nouakchott">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 12 January, 2017 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/g5-sahel/" rel="tag">G5 Sahel</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24673 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news category-press-releases tag-women-of-courage"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2017-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/12/Women-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="2017 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/12/Women-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/12/Women-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/12/Women-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="women-1" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2017-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/">2017 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On December 8th, Ambassador Larry André hosted a lunch in honor of Zeynabou Mint Taleb Moussa, the President of the Mauritanian Association for the Mother and the Child Health (AMSME), the 2017 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award winner, and the Mauritanian nominee for the United States Department of State 2017 International Woman of Courage Award. Zeynabou …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2017-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/" aria-label="Read More 2017 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner" title="2017 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/women-of-courage/" rel="tag">Women of Courage</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24205 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/check-new-site/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Hands-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="hands logo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Hands-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Hands-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="hands logo" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/check-new-site/">Check out Our New Site!</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are: <a href="http://mr.usembassy.gov/visas/">Visas</a> – For all your Visa needs and questions. <a href="http://mr.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/">U.S. Citizen Services</a> – …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/check-new-site/" aria-label="Read More Check out Our New Site!" title="Check out Our New Site!">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 November, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24604 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launching-ceremony-ninth-english-access-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/11/IMG_8413-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Launching Ceremony of the Ninth English Access Program" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/11/IMG_8413-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/11/IMG_8413-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/11/IMG_8413-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="img_8413" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launching-ceremony-ninth-english-access-program/">Launching Ceremony of the Ninth English Access Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>His Excellency Mr. Irvin Hicks, Deputy Chief of Mission of the US Embassy Nouakchott presided over this morning at the Nouakchott English Center (NEC), the launching ceremony of the ninth English Access Program. This major program initiated by our embassy will enabled this year 120 students of 13 to 18 years old, from different secondary …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/launching-ceremony-ninth-english-access-program/" aria-label="Read More Launching Ceremony of the Ninth English Access Program" title="Launching Ceremony of the Ninth English Access Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 30 November, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24436 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-featured-event category-news category-press-releases tag-education tag-english-access"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/graduation-ceremony-eighth-english-access-program/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Access-8-Graduation-P-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Access Eight Graduation Ceremony" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Access-8-Graduation-P-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Access-8-Graduation-P-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/Access-8-Graduation-P-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="access-8-graduation-p" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/graduation-ceremony-eighth-english-access-program/">Graduation Ceremony of the Eighth English Access Program</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The Embassy of the United States of America, in collaboration with the Mauritanian Ministry of Education, held a graduation ceremony of the eighth English Access Microscholarship Program this morning. The ceremony was hosted by the Nouakchott English Center (NEC) and the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Embassy in Mauritania, Ousmane Cissé presided. This year’s …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/graduation-ceremony-eighth-english-access-program/" aria-label="Read More Graduation Ceremony of the Eighth English Access Program" title="Graduation Ceremony of the Eighth English Access Program">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 31 October, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/featured-event/" title="Featured Event">Featured Event</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/education/" rel="tag">Education</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/english-access/" rel="tag">English Access</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24409 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-abdul-azizs-strong-statement-favor-presidential-term-limits-shining-example-arab-world-africa/" class="darken suggest-link"><img src="/wp-content/themes/cms3/assets/images/default-blog-seal.png" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Great Seal of the United States" title="Great Seal of the United States"></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-abdul-azizs-strong-statement-favor-presidential-term-limits-shining-example-arab-world-africa/">President Abdul Aziz’s Strong Statement in Favor of Presidential Term Limits is a Shining Example for the Arab World and Africa</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>The United States congratulates President Mohamed Abdul Aziz for speaking forcefully in favor of Presidential term limits in his address to the Mauritanian people on 20 October. President Abdul Aziz emphasized the importance of the constitution “anchoring democracy on public interest” rather than on personal interests of a specific individual or of a small group …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/president-abdul-azizs-strong-statement-favor-presidential-term-limits-shining-example-arab-world-africa/" aria-label="Read More President Abdul Aziz’s Strong Statement in Favor of Presidential Term Limits is a Shining Example for the Arab World and Africa" title="President Abdul Aziz’s Strong Statement in Favor of Presidential Term Limits is a Shining Example for the Arab World and Africa">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 24 October, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-24187 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases tag-grant tag-who"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/who-grant-signing/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/14457468_10154526604112622_1641338466371046025_n-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="WHO Grant Signing" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/14457468_10154526604112622_1641338466371046025_n-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/10/14457468_10154526604112622_1641338466371046025_n-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="14457468_10154526604112622_1641338466371046025_n" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/who-grant-signing/">WHO Grant Signing</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Today, the Embassy of the United States in Nouakchott, Mauritania signed a $350,000 grant to the World Health Organization (WHO) for it to assist the Ministry of Health in developing national policies and plans for effective infection prevention and control/WASH Programs in Mauritania. This grant is proof of the solid partnership that exists between the …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/who-grant-signing/" aria-label="Read More WHO Grant Signing" title="WHO Grant Signing">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 4 October, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/grant/" rel="tag">Grant</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/who/" rel="tag">WHO</a></p> </article> <article class="post-23680 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-ambassador category-events category-news tag-ambassador-andre"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/07/July-4-Photo-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="July 4 Photo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/07/July-4-Photo-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/07/July-4-Photo-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/07/July-4-Photo-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="july-4-photo" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence/">Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Ministers, Ambassadors, Ladies and Gentlemen, Honored guests, dear friends and family, Welcome, Bienvenue, Marhaba to our celebration of the 240 year anniversary of our Declaration of Independence. In 1775 armed conflict began between American and British forces over American refusal to pay taxes to the British Parliament where they had no representation. Only a minority sought …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-celebrates-independence/" aria-label="Read More Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence" title="Embassy Nouakchott Celebrates Independence">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 2 July, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a> | Tags: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/tag/ambassador-andre/" rel="tag">Ambassador André</a></p> </article> <article class="post-23684 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-iftar-2/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/05/Iftar-2016-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Iftar 2016" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/05/Iftar-2016-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/05/Iftar-2016-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/05/Iftar-2016-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="iftar-2016" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-iftar-2/">Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Good Evening Ramadan Kareem, I extend best wishes to you during this holy month of Ramadan from the American people, from all my colleagues at the United States Embassy, from my family here with me today, and from myself. For many, this month is a time of reflection on the highest values of your faith, …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/embassy-nouakchott-organizes-iftar-2/" aria-label="Read More Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar" title="Embassy Nouakchott Organizes an Iftar">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 May, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-23686 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-events category-news"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2016-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/03/Women-of-Courage-2016-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="2016 Mauritania's Women of Courage" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/03/Women-of-Courage-2016-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/03/Women-of-Courage-2016-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/03/Women-of-Courage-2016-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="women-of-courage-2016" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2016-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/">2016 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>On January 21, Ambassador Larry André hosted a lunch in honor of, Fatimata M’baye, the 2016 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award winner, and a nominee for the United States Department of State International Woman of Courage Award. M’baye was Mauritania’s first ever female attorney and she is the president of local human rights NGO Association …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/2016-mauritanian-woman-courage-award-winner/" aria-label="Read More 2016 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner" title="2016 Mauritanian Woman of Courage Award Winner">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 March, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a></p> </article> <article class="post-23822 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news category-press-releases"> <header> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/completion-departments-largest-wind-turbine-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/" class="darken suggest-link"><img width="750" height="450" src="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/02/Wind-Turbine-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive wp-post-image" alt="Wind Turbine Installation at the NEC" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/02/Wind-Turbine-750x450.jpg 750w, https://mr.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/204/2016/02/Wind-Turbine-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="wind-turbine" /></a> </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/completion-departments-largest-wind-turbine-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/">Completion of the Department’s Largest Wind Turbine at the new U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>In celebration of Earth Day, the State Department’s Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO)is pleased to announce the completion of the Department’s largest power-generating wind turbine at the new U.S. Embassy in Mauritania. The 50 kilowatt (kW) turbine in Nouakchott is expected to generate nearly 142 megawatt hours (MWh) per year—roughly 13 average American homes …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/completion-departments-largest-wind-turbine-new-u-s-embassy-nouakchott-mauritania/" aria-label="Read More Completion of the Department’s Largest Wind Turbine at the new U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania" title="Completion of the Department’s Largest Wind Turbine at the new U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Embassy Mauritania</a> | 1 February, 2016 | Topics: <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a></p> </article> <article class="post-23823 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail 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Planning and Implementation Meeting</a></h2> </header> <div class="entry-summary"> <p>Mauritania to hold Security Strategic Planning and Health Implementation Meeting Nouakchott, Mauritania – From January 26 to 29, the Mauritanian Government in collaboration with the World Health Organization, US Embassy/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and international partners will begin developing a strategic plan to implement Global Health Security Agenda activities to prevent, detect, and …</p> <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/healthmeeting/" aria-label="Read More Mauritania to Co-host Launching of International Health Regulations/Global Health Security Strategic Planning and Implementation Meeting" title="Mauritania to Co-host Launching of International Health Regulations/Global Health Security Strategic Planning and Implementation Meeting">Read More»</a> </div> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://mr.usembassy.gov/author/embassymauritania/" rel="author" 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