George P. Kent was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 13th to become the next United States Ambassador to the Republic of Estonia. We look forward to working with the Ambassador Designate as he proceeds through the next steps in the ambassadorial process. Gabrielle Cowan remains the Chargé d’Affaires of U.S. Embassy Tallinn until …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 14 December, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, 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
DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 11647] National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct: Notice of Opportunity To Submit Written Comments SUMMARY: On June 16, 2021, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on behalf of the Biden-Harris Administration that the Department will soon begin updating and revitalizing the United States’ National Action Plan on Responsible Business …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 1 April, 2022 | Topics: Business, Doing Business in the U.S., Government Offices, News, President of the United States, U.S. Secretary of State
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 1, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., met today with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia. The President expressed his appreciation for the Prime Minister’s leadership in joining consensus on the OECD Inclusive Framework on the taxation of multinational companies. The leaders discussed their cooperation on global challenges, including climate change. They also talked …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, 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
THE WHITE HOUSE May 10, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with NATO’s eastern flank Allies in a virtual summit of the Bucharest Nine (B9) countries hosted by Presidents Klaus Iohannis of Romania and Andrzej Duda of Poland. President Biden underscored his commitment to rebuilding alliances and strengthening Transatlantic relations. He conveyed his desire for closer …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 11 May, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
MARCH 25, 2021 WHITE HOUSE STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. participated virtually in a scheduled summit of the European Council. Meeting with the heads of state or government of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU) chaired by European Council President Charles Michel, the President reaffirmed his commitment to …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS As of this week during the dark winter of the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 500,000 Americans have now died from the virus. That is more Americans who have died in a single year of this pandemic than in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War combined. On this solemn occasion, …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
FEBRUARY 04, 2021 • SPEECHES AND REMARKS U.S. Department of State Headquarters Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. 2:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary, it’s great to be here with you. And I’ve been looking forward a long time to be able to call you “Mr. Secretary.” Good afternoon, everyone. It’s an honor to be back at the …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: Featured Event, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Joseph R. Biden Jr.
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.
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2019 As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions that LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even execute …
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By U.S. Embassy Tallinn | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Former U.S. Government Leaders