March 29, 2023 U.S. Ambassador George P. Kent gave opening remarks at the March 29 Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Conference in Tallinn, where he stressed the importance of strong sanctions enforcement and ratcheting up pressure to cut off revenues supporting Russia’s war machine and protect international financial systems. “The Estonian Financial Intelligence Unit is making …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Economic Affairs, embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
Antony J. Blinken United States Secretary of State February 24, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Estonia as you celebrate your independence on February 24. For more than 100 years, the close partnership and alliance between the United States and Estonia has been grounded in our …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
February 16, 2023 United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III arrived to Estonia today to meet with Estonian leaders, including Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur. During his meetings in Tallinn, Secretary Austin reaffirmed the strong security partnership between the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
February 13, 2023 Today, the U.S. Secret Service, in partnership with the Estonian Academy of Security Sciences and Baltic regional law enforcement authorities, opened a new cyber training program. The Baltic Computer Forensics Training Program (CFTP) will bring together law enforcement officers from around the Baltic region to develop new techniques to investigate and prosecute …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
January 14, 2023 Press Release: USS Roosevelt Arrives to Tallinn The U.S. Embassy is pleased to welcome the U.S. Navy ship – the USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) – to Tallinn harbor. The ship is in Tallinn for a routine port visit, refueling and resupplying, while also providing its sailors with an opportunity to visit the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 14 January, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
January 6, 2023 Major General Stephen Maranian, Commanding General of the United States Army Europe-Africa’s 56th Artillery Command, participated in a ceremony at the Tapa military base on Friday to highlight United States support for Estonia’s recent procurement of HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems. Major General Maranian was joined during the ceremony by Estonian Minister of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 January, 2023 | Topics: embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
December 13, 2022 On December 6 and 7, the Estonian Ministry of Interior and the U.S. Department of State co-hosted the “Sub-Regional CBRN Response & Assistance Workshop (SR2 Estonia)”. The training brought together representatives from Estonian ministries involved in internal security, defense, civil protection, health, environmental protection and international affairs with officials from the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 December, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
December 2, 2022 On Thursday, December 1, 2022, U.S. Brigadier General Clinton K. Murray, Commanding General for U.S. Army Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Defense Health Agency Region-Europe, and Command Surgeon for U.S. Army Europe-Africa, met with Estonian President Alar Karis at the 29th Multinational Military Medical Exchange (MMME) and 15th War & Disaster Medicine Conference …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 2 December, 2022 | Topics: embassy, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
October 18, 2022 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met Estonian Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur. Secretary Austin reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to deterring Russian aggression against NATO Allies. The two leaders also discussed the ongoing efforts to ensure NATO’s credible deterrence and defense posture. Secretary Austin and Minister Pevkur discussed security cooperation and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 19 October, 2022 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
July 28, 2022 The White House Statements and Releases Statement by President Biden Today, we mark 100 years of unbroken diplomatic relations between the United States and our three Baltic Allies — Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Through a century of struggle and reclamation, the United States has always stood by the legitimate governments of these …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia
July 28, 2022 Today, on the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Estonia and the United States, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Gabrielle Cowan met with Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu to highlight the strength of the U.S.-Estonian relationship and to discuss our shared priorities, including continued support for Ukraine. The United States of America officially …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 28 July, 2022 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
June 16, 2022 U.S. Chief of Mission Residence, Tallinn Good afternoon and welcome to our annual celebration. It’s great to be able to celebrate our Independence Day like this for the first time since 2019. The first thing I think I need to address is why are we celebrating July 4th on June 16th? That’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 June, 2022 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Estonia
May 27, 2022 The United States Embassy in Estonia and the Estonian Ministry of the Interior co-hosted technical experts from both countries to discuss the national security risks associated with soliciting services and technology from untrusted vendors. Experts from the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 27 May, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Economic Issues, embassy, Environment, Events, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Estonia
May 14, 2022 Four senior United States Government officials are visiting Tallinn this week to meet with Estonian government officials and participate in engagements with civil society. The officials are: Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines, Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs Celeste Wallander, Permanent Representative to the OSCE Ambassador Michael Carpenter, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 May, 2022 | Topics: Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Issues, embassy, Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
April 19, 2022 On April 19, the United States Embassy in Tallinn begins its “100 Days to 100 Years” campaign to celebrate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Estonia. Over the next 100 days, leading up to the official anniversary on July 28th, the U.S. Embassy will be celebrating many …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 20 April, 2022 | Topics: Economic Issues, embassy, Events, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
03/08/2022 06:23 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Tallinn, Estonia Stenbock House PRIME MINISTER KALLAS: Okay. So welcome. It is my great, great honor to welcome you to Estonia. I’ve been a great admirer of all of your work. I have quoted you many times over these weeks (inaudible). I think you’ve …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
03/08/2022 06:53 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Tallinn, Estonia Ministry of Foreign Affairs FOREIGN MINISTER LIIMETS: Dear Secretary Blinken, dear Tony, it’s really an honor for me to welcome you today in Tallinn. We just met in Washington, D.C. on the 16th of February, just on the eve of this unjustified war …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State
February 7, 2022 Ambassador Julianne Smith, the United States Permanent Representative to NATO, conducted a virtual visit to Tallinn on February 7 to highlight the close bilateral defense ties between the United States and Estonia and to consult with Estonian government officials regarding ongoing work to strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defense posture. In virtual meetings with Ministry of Foreign …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
U.S. Summit for Democracy, Featuring Estonian Prime Minister and Youth Leader, Reinforces Global Commitment to Democracy and Human Rights December 9, 2021 United States President Joe Biden welcomes world leaders from 110 countries, including Estonia, to the virtual Summit for Democracy on December 9-10, 2021. The Summit, which includes participation by Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Regions, U.S. & Estonia
November 30, 2021 The United States Embassy in Tallinn marked World AIDS Day (December 1) in Narva on Tuesday with a ceremony to celebrate the completion of renovations at Narva’s HIV and Addiction Rehabilitation Center, run by NGO “You Will Not Be Alone.” The renovations, totaling more than $450,000, were funded by the U.S. Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
Watch Assistant Secretary Donfried’s message to Estonia here. October 26, 2021 Senior U.S. Official for Europe Highlights Strength of U.S.-Estonia Partnership, Commitment to Transatlantic Relationship During Visit to Tallinn The United States Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Dr. Karen Donfried, will visit Tallinn on October 26 and 27 to meet with Estonian …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 26 October, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
September 3, 2021 Tallinn, Estonia: The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that a U.S. Navy ship – the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) – will arrive in Tallinn, Estonia this weekend for a scheduled port visit. This port visit provides the opportunity to enhance U.S.-Estonia relations as the two …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 September, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs
August 6, 2021 The United States Embassies in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are proud to celebrate Baltic Pride 2021 with LGBTQI+ communities across the region. Pride is about equality, respect, justice, courage, and above all, love. It is a time to celebrate, but also a time to recommit ourselves to building a safer, more inclusive …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 August, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs
July 8, 2021 A delegation from the United States Congress visited Estonia, July 6-8, to meet with Estonian leaders. While in Tallinn, the delegation met with Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, Foreign Minister Eva-Maria Liimets, former President Toomas Hendrik Ilves, and Chair of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson. The delegation also traveled to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 July, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Government Offices, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
June 1, 2021 Tallinn Botanic Garden It is very nice to see everyone. Dear friends, ministers, and excellencies. I’d like to begin today by saying “Thank you.” Thank you to all of our guests who have joined us to celebrate the United States’ Independence Day. Please allow me to take a minute to also thank …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia
June 30, 2021 The United States Embassy in Tallinn welcomed members of the United States Army Europe and Africa Band and Singers to Estonia on Tuesday in advance of a series of performances across Estonia. Two of the concerts, June 30 in Narva and July 3 in Tallinn, are free and open to the public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 30 June, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
In a virtual ceremony today 21 June, Estonia and the United States of America signed a memorandum of understanding on development cooperation in Ukraine. Six new joint projects are launched this summer and autumn. The memorandum was signed by Undersecretary for Economic and Development Affairs Andres Rundu and Brian Roraff, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Issues, Events, Key Documents, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases
21 June 2021 The United States Embassy in Tallinn is proud to announce a series of concerts featuring members of the United States Army Europe and Africa Band and Singers. The group, called the Soldiers’ Chorus, will feature 15 musicians and singers performing a diverse program, ranging from jazz to rock and current …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 June, 2021 | Topics: Culture, embassy, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
The White House FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2021 Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia, President Egils Levits of Latvia, and President Gitanas Nauseda of Lithuania President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia, President Egils Levits of Latvia, and President Gitanas Nauseda …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 15 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Regions, U.S. & Estonia
June 3, 2021 U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Brian Roraff and Jonatan Vseviov, Secretary General of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary General and former Estonian Ambassador to the United States, visited the opening of Vabamu’s new temporary exhibition “US Declaration in Support of Estonian Independence” on June 2, 2021. The exhibit tells the story of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, Featured Event, History, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JUNE 1, 2021 During this year’s Pride Month, we celebrate an important message: “You are Included.” The diverse experiences, perspectives, and contributions of the State Department community make our institution stronger and advance the goals of American diplomacy. Out of many, we are one. The Department has committed to increasing U.S. engagement on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: LGBTQI+
May 8, 2021 In the early morning hours of May 8, nearly 600 U.S. and UK Paratroopers descended on the Nurmsi Drop Zone in Estonia to kick off Operation Swift Response. In addition to the paratroopers, U.S. C-17 airplanes also dropped five platforms of heavy equipment, including artillery and vehicles. The operation was a success …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 May, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Defender 21
May 4, 2021 On Wednesday, May 5, the United States Army Europe and Africa’s Defender 21 activities will begin in Estonia with a live fire exercise at the Tapa Central Training Grounds. The exercise named ‘Fires Shock’ will demonstrate the rapid deployment of the M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), a long range precision fire …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Defender 21
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 24, 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send congratulations to the people of Estonia as you celebrate the 103rd anniversary of your independence. The United States and Estonia share a strong commitment to global security, economic opportunity, and democratic values. As NATO Allies, we …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
February 23, 2021 On February 24th, six aircraft from U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) will fly over Estonia in honor of Estonian Independence Day and as a demonstration of the United States’ partnership with Estonia and ironclad commitment to our NATO allies. The U.S. aircraft — two KC-135 tanker aircrafts based …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 February, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
REMARKS ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. FEBRUARY 4, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. Today I get to say something that brings me tremendous happiness: President Biden, Vice President Harris, welcome to the State Department. For more than two decades, I’ve had the privilege of watching President Biden at work. I’ve seen his commitment to the American …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Antony J. Blinken
JANUARY 20, 2021 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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
November 3, 2020 The United States Embassy in Tallinn, together with the U.S. Embassies in Riga, Vilnius and Copenhagen and implementing partners Garage48 and Startup Wise Guys, is proud to announce the international hackathon 48 for the Future which will find solutions to build a stronger, more resilient, and trusted post-crisis economy. The virtual …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech
For immediate release. October 22, 2020. On October 20 and 21, USAID Deputy Administrator Bonnie Glick visited Estonia to meet with Estonian government officials and private-sector technology companies to discuss U.S.- Estonia relations, opportunities for increased development cooperation in third countries, countering malign Kremlin influence, and USAID’s efforts to advance European and Eurasian countries …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 October, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, Gender Issues, Health Issues, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. OCTOBER 19, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: (In progress) — [The West] stands for the rule of law, democracy, freedom of expression. We drive economic growth through innovation. We protect our people. And our way of life is the envy for the entire world. Look at the freedoms for which the people of …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 19 October, 2020 | Topics: Economic Issues, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Estonia, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 22, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on the occasion of the 80th Anniversary of the Welles Declaration. Begin Text: Today we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Welles Declaration, which laid the foundation for …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, History, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 22, 2020 The Welles Declaration is a proud moment in the history of U.S. foreign policy and friendship with the peoples of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Eighty years ago, the United States pointedly refused to recognize the illegal incorporation of the Baltic states into the Soviet Union. The Soviet Union’s criminal …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, History, News, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 8, 2020 Message on the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE Day) Today we mark 75 years since the end of hostilities in Europe in the Second World War. We pay tribute today to all those …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, History, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Presidential Message on the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day The White House Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 8, 2020 Seventy-five years ago today, the last remnants of the Nazi regime unconditionally surrendered to the Allied Powers, marking the end of World War II in Europe. Today, we …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Joint Training Mission to Highlight U.S. & Estonian Partnership Press Release Monday, May 4, 2020 The U.S. and Estonian air forces will conduct a training mission on May 5, 2020, to enhance interoperability and strengthen our enduring relationship. The U.S. routinely and visibly demonstrates commitment to our Allies and partners through the global employment …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Estonia
World Press Freedom Day 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 the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Officials, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Joint Military Band Concert and Related Travel Postponed The U.S. Embassy in Tallinn regrets to announce that the joint concert of the United States Army Europe Band & Chorus and the Orchestra of the Estonian Defence Forces scheduled in Narva on Friday, March 20 has been postponed to a later date to be determined in …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
November 6, 2019 The American Chamber of Commerce announced today the winners of the 2019 Transatlantic Business Awards. Nortal AS was named the Transatlantic Company of the Year for being the largest Estonia-based employer in the United States; Renee Meriste was selected as Transatlantic Promoter of the Year in recognition of his achievement in creating the Estonian American Business Alliance to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release June 5, 2019 MEDIA NOTE The 2019 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES 2019), co-hosted by the U.S. and Dutch governments, showcased the depth and breadth of innovations that are improving lives around the world, and the critical role of governments in enabling environments for innovation to thrive. With a …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Events, Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
The U.S. Embassy in Tallinn is pleased to announce that motivational musician Wordsmith will be touring Estonia with a series of free, family-friendly concerts May 20-24. The musician and his band will visit eight cities, with evening programs open to the public in Valga, Narva, Kiviõli, and Tallinn. Wordsmith, born Anthony Parker, is a Baltimore-based …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, Press Releases
Press Availability Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Dean Acheson Auditorium Washington, DC April 4, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: So good afternoon, everyone. Seventy years ago today, 12 courageous nations came together to form an alliance that to this day remains the bedrock guarantor of Western security and democratic liberties. Today, our 29 nations believe …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2019 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP IN PRESS CONFERENCE JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam February 28, 2019 2:15 P.M. ICT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much. I want to begin by thanking the Prime Minister and President of Vietnam. We’re in Hanoi. It’s an …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State United Nations New York City January 26, 2019 Good morning. On behalf of President Trump and the American people I first want to thank Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas of the Dominican Republic, the current president of the Security Council, for scheduling this meeting. My former colleague, Ambassador Haley, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Regions, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
July 16, 2018 Presidential Palace Helsinki, Finland 5:10 P.M. EEST PRESIDENT PUTIN: (As interpreted.) Distinguished Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen: Negotiations with the President of the United States Donald Trump took place in a frank and businesslike atmosphere. I think we can call it a success and a very fruitful round of negotiations. We …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 17 July, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Regions, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Former U.S. Government Leaders
July 12, 2018 NATO Headquarters Brussels, Belgium 12:21 P.M. CEST THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much, everybody. Appreciate it. We’ve had a very amazing two-day period in Brussels. And we really accomplished a lot, with respect to NATO. For years, Presidents have been coming to these meetings and talked about the expense — …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Political Affairs, Regions | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Michael R. Pompeo
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 11, 2018 Chief of Mission Residence Brussels, Belgium 9:13 A.M. CEST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Good morning, everybody. Good morning to the media — the legitimate media and the fake-news media. Good morning to them. A lot of good people here. Surprising. Q …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 12 July, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Regions | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Former U.S. Government Leaders
Photo: U.S. Embassy Guests, friends, it’s an honour, a privilege, and a joy to be able to welcome you to the U.S. Embassy’s celebration of American independence. I’d like to start by thanking the sponsors of this event. Without their co-operation and support it wouldn’t have been possible. Their names are all on the signboard …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: Former Ambassador
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 release …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Official Reports, Speeches | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Michael R. Pompeo
Issued on: April 3, 2018 East Room 1:49 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you. Today, I’m honored to host the President of Estonia, the President of Latvia, and the President of Lithuania at the U.S.-Baltic Centennial Summit. Thank you all for traveling to the White House for these really important discussions. We’ve just spent a …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 April, 2018 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Estonia 100, Former U.S. Government Leaders
March 21, 2018 On March 26-30, internationally renowned U.S. cellist Ian Maksin will perform with concerts in Estonia. Free concerts in five Estonian cities will feature classical music, works by Estonian, Russian, and American composers, as well as widely familiar pop-music. Ian Maksin has been described as one of the most versatile, talented, and innovative musicians …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, embassy, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Music
March 14, 2018 Press release: Women’s Leadership Development Workshop for HIV/AIDS Community Activists in Estonia and Russia to be Held in Narva, Estonia A Women’s Leadership Development Workshop designed specifically for HIV/AIDS community leaders and activists is taking place March 15-16 at the American Space in Narva. The workshop is organized by the U.S. Embassy …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 14 March, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: HIV/AIDS, U.S. Embassy
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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Gender Issues, News, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Rex Tillerson
“Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” by Howard Hawks (1953, 91 minutes). Monday, March 5, at 5:00 PM at Narva Central Library (Malmi 8). Lorelei (Marilyn Monroe) and Dorothy (Jane Russell) are just “Two Little Girls from Little Rock,” lounge singers on a transatlantic cruise, working their way to Paris, and enjoying the company of any eligible men they might meet along the way, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 March, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Events, News, Press Releases
Tuesday, March 6, at 5:00 PM at Narva Central Library (Malmi 8). MELE MURALS (2016) Filmmaker: Tadashi Nakamura Running time: 64 minutes Trailer: https://vimeo.com/155597960 Mele Murals is a documentary on the transformative power of modern graffiti art and ancient Hawaiian culture for a new generation of Native Hawaiians. At the center of the story are two renowned …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 March, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases
AP Photo Today we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-Baltic Charter. Signed by the presidents of the United States, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania in 1998, it has been a cornerstone of relations between the U.S. and the Baltic region ever since. Enshrined in the charter in 1998, these words ring just as true today: The United …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 16 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, History, News, Political Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders
Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State European Union High Representative Federica Mogherini Brussels, Belgium December 5, 2017 MODERATOR: (In progress) ladies and gentlemen, and welcome. High Representative Vice President Federica Mogherini and U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson just had a bilateral meeting and will deliver press statements to update you on their discussions.High Representative, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Political Affairs | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Rex Tillerson
Swearing-in Ceremony Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Benjamin Franklin Room Washington, DC November 2, 2017 Thank you for those kind words, Secretary Tillerson—I’m grateful for the confidence that you and President Trump have placed in me to lead the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs. Let me also …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Political Affairs, Speeches
President Kaljulaid, President Vejonis, President Grybauskaitė, General Terras, Colonel Ridland, Members of the armed forces of the United States of America, Members of the armed forces of Estonia, the United Kingdom and France, it is my great honor to be here at the Defense Forces Headquarters of the great nation of Estonia.
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Mike Pence
President Kaljulaid, thank you for your warm welcome and the hospitality you have shown to me and my family. And to you, to President Vējonis, and, to President Grybauskaitė, it is an honor to be with you today with the leaders of the Baltic States.
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Mike Pence, remarks
On the occasion of Baltic Pride 2017, taking place in Tallinn from the 6th to the 9th of July, we express our support for efforts to enhance the promotion and protection of the human rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex persons and to raise public awareness of the issues affecting the LGBTI communities …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 6 July, 2017 | Topics: embassy, Events
Ministers, fellow ambassadors, your Excellencies, dear friends and guests – welcome! Tere tulemast, sõbrad! First, I’d like to start by thanking all of our sponsors! Without your generosity and support, this event would not be possible. I’d like to thank Omar Torrez and his wonderful band, for providing such great entertainment! And thank you, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Former Ambassador
U.S. Army in Europe Dixieband is an energetic group of musicians that performs Dixieland jazz and has the audience feeling like they are on Bourbon Street in downtown New Orleans. On April 22 at 12:15, the Dixieband will perform on the show arena at Tartu Country Fair and on April 23 at 11 the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 12 April, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, U.S. & Estonia | Tags: Events, Music
March 13, 2017 Thank you Ambassador Danler for hosting us all at this truly special event. It’s my honor to join you this afternoon as we celebrate your trip to the Special Olympics. Dear athletes, mentors, coaches, family members and supporters, we are here today because a courageous American woman, and former U.S. State Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 14 March, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: Former Ambassador, Special Olympics
Ambassador Melville and Minister of the Environment Marko Pomerants launched an interactive exhibit on plastics pollution on March 7 at the Energy Discovery Centre . The exhibit will raise awareness about plastics pollution, describe the impact of micro-plastics on the ocean environment, and provide examples of simple actions individuals can take at home to prevent plastic from ending …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 9 March, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Events, Our Ocean | Tags: Former Ambassador
