Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr. visited West Sumatra May 15 to 17 to deepen the United States’ partnership with this culturally and historically significant province. He received a warm welcome from members of the Minangkabau community, meeting with local and regional government officials, Muslim scholars, community leaders, students, and U.S. exchange program alumni. In Padang, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 May, 2019 | Topics:
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USS Blue Ridge Public Affairs May 1, 2019 JAKARTA, Indonesia — U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Jakarta for a port visit May 1, as the United States and Indonesia celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations in 2019. Seventh Fleet ships like Blue Ridge have visited Jakarta for decades as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 May, 2019 | Topics:
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On April 29-30, 2019, the United States Consulate General Surabaya inaugurated the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Bali chapter. Consul General Mark McGovern and U.S. Mission to Indonesia Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Brendan Murray opened the event, which was attended by over 60 General Managers and Security Directors from OSAC member hotels, as well ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 May, 2019 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – As part of the yearlong celebration of the 70th Anniversary of diplomatic ties with Indonesia, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta proudly announces the launch of the IndonesiaUSA70th digital platform:
indonesiausa70th.com . A stunning, interactive visual display, the platform allows visitors to explore the breadth and depth of the relationship between the United States and Indonesia. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 April, 2019 | Topics:
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A team from the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta traveled to Lung Barang, North Kalimantan March 18-20 to commemorate the rescue of 11 U.S. sailors and airmen during World War II. The visit and commemoration are part of the year-long celebration of the 70th anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia relations. From 1944-1945, people of the Malinau and Nunukan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 April, 2019 | Topics:
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Jakarta – U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr., Senior Advisor to the Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs Dr. Tukul Rameyo Adi, and Director of Solid Waste Management Dr. Novrizal Tahar of the Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry witnessed the grants signing today awarding six Indonesian civil society organizations with a total of Rp 18 billion ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 March, 2019 | Topics:
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Magelang — At Borobudur Temple, U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr., together with Indonesian Ministry of Health Director General of Disease Control and Prevention Dr. Anung Sugihantono and Governor of Central Java Ganjar Pranowo, commemorated World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. This joint event between the U.S. Government and the Government of Indonesia celebrated the 70th anniversary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 March, 2019 | Topics:
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Indonesia, the United States, and Japan convened a workshop on March 5, focused on meeting Indonesia’s growing demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG). Over 250 attendees from both the public and private sectors discussed Indonesia’s LNG growth plans and how Japanese, American, and Indonesian companies can contribute through financing and technology. Japanese and U.S. government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 March, 2019 | Topics:
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Jakarta – The U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Vice President for Administration and Finance (and Head of Agency), Cynthia Huger visited Indonesia this week to hold discussions on the development of a new MCC compact – a large scale five-year grant program. Last December, Indonesia was selected by MCC’s Board of Directors as eligible ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 February, 2019 | Topics:
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. hosted a piano concert in collaboration with the Bandung Philharmonic at his residence to launch the Embassy’s year-long program to commemorate the 70th anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia diplomatic ties. This inaugural event, featuring visiting classical pianists Sally Pinkas and Evan Hirsch, showcased musical and cultural connections between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 February, 2019 | Topics:
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During a December 19 groundbreaking ceremony in Cilamaya District, West Java, United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. hailed the contributions of American and Japanese companies in what will be Indonesia’s first power plant integrating natural gas infrastructure and power generation. Ambassador Donovan noted the project, known as Jawa 1, is a product ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
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For Immediate Release December 12, 2018 Contact: 202-521-3880 Email:
press@mcc.gov WASHINGTON, D.C., December 12, 2018 – At its quarterly meeting, the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors met to select countries eligible for MCC assistance, which is designed to spur economic growth and reduce poverty. The Board selected Indonesia, Malawi and Kosovo for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 December, 2018 | Topics:
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Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 18, 2018 One year ago in Vietnam, President Donald J. Trump laid out America’s vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific, in which all nations are sovereign, strong, and prosperous. This week, Vice President Michael R. Pence reaffirmed the ironclad and enduring U.S. commitment to the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 November, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – Today, the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) along with our international partners opened the Indonesia Civil Society Forum 2018 (ICSF 2018). As a learning platform designed to strengthen Civil Society Organizations’ (CSOs) skills and sustainability, ICSF 2018 will reinforce Indonesian civil society’s ability to help Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 November, 2018 | Topics:
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Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2018 From November 12-16, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education are celebrating International Education Week (IEW) by encouraging Americans to seek opportunities to study abroad and welcoming international students to study in the United States. International education makes the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 November, 2018 | Topics:
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NATUNA – United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr., accompanied by U.S. Consul for Sumatra Juha P. Salin, emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding ties between Riau Islands Province and the United States during a trip to the Natuna Islands November 7 to 9. During the visit the Ambassador ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
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On November 4-6, 2018, Health and Human Services Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan will attend the Fifth Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Ministerial Meeting in Indonesia, which will officially launch the next five-year phase of GHSA, known as GHSA 2024. Delivering on President Trump’s commitment to global health security, he will lead the multi-sectoral U.S. delegation, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 November, 2018 | Topics:
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Bali, October 29, 2018. Today, at the fifth Our Ocean Conference, the U.S Government and the Government of Indonesia launched the “State of the Sea” publication. Presented by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries in three volumes, State of the Sea is a reader-friendly publication that provides an overview of Indonesia’s marine and coastal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 October, 2018 | Topics:
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The Government of the Republic of Indonesia will host Our Ocean 2018: Our Ocean, Our Legacy in Bali, October 29–30, 2018. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Judith Garber will lead the U.S. government delegation. The U.S. delegation will also include senior officials from the U.S. Agency ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 October, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On October 18, the United States Government announced that it will implement 3 million USD in new funding through the United States Agency for International Development’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA) in support of relief efforts for the Central Sulawesi earthquake and tsunami response. This additional funding raises the total United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 October, 2018 | Topics:
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The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Indonesia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi on October 10 to convey his condolences and continued support to those in Indonesia affected by the earthquake and tsunami that struck Central Sulawesi on September 28. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Marsudi discussed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 October, 2018 | Topics:
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Today, the United States announced an additional $3.6 million in humanitarian assistance to help people affected by the 7.5 magnitude earthquake and tsunami that struck Central Sulawesi in the Republic of Indonesia on September 28, 2018. This funding brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance for this response to $3.7 million. As part of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 October, 2018 | Topics:
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Jakarta — On September 28, 2018 in Jakarta, Director General for America and Europe of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Muhammad Anshor, representing the Government of Indonesia, and Ambassador of the United States of America to Indonesia, H.E. Joseph R. Donovan Jr., representing the Government of the United States, signed a Letter of Intent ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 October, 2018 | Topics:
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Jakarta — Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr. observed PT Freeport Indonesia’s (PTFI) mining operations and contributions to Papuan development during a September 21-24 visit to Timika and Tembagapura in Mimika District, Papua. In addition to touring Freeport’s operations, Ambassador Donovan met with local community leaders, law enforcement officials, alumni of a PT Freeport Indonesia-funded scholarship ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 September, 2018 | Topics:
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Today, during a ministerial-level meeting on Burma, Ambassador Nikki Haley announced more than $185 million in additional humanitarian assistance for those in Burma and Bangladesh who have been affected by the Rakhine State crisis. The new funding, which includes $156 million for Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh, will support the implementation of critical ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 September, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. extended the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership to Indonesia’s youngest province September 13-15, during the first-ever visit to North Kalimantan by a U.S. ambassador. The Ambassador met with Deputy Governor Udin Hianggio, Deputy Police Chief Zainal Paliwang, Deputy Mayor Khaeruddin Arief Hidayat, representatives of the Tarakan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
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BALIGE – United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., and U.S. Consul in Medan, Juha Salin, emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding people-to-people ties between Toba districts and the United States during a trip to the Lake Toba area on September 7 to 9. Ambassador Donovan spoke at the Del ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
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Central Kalimantan — The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF) released the 100th Bornean Orangutan rehabilitated in Central Kalimantan with support from the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The release represents joint progress towards better protecting this iconic, critically endangered species and marked over 100 orangutans released in partnership ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2018 | Topics:
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On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, it is my pleasure to send our warmest wishes to the people of Indonesia as you celebrate your 73rd year of independence this August 17th. Our relationship is founded on shared democratic values and ideals. This common vision forms the basis of our strong ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On Tuesday, Acting Mission Director for U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), David Hoffman and the Director General of Science, Technology and Higher Education, Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education of the Republic of Indonesia (RISTEKDIKTI), Prof. dr. Ali Ghufron Mukti, M.Sc., Ph.D, hosted a reception to send off 24 Indonesian professionals ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 August, 2018 | Topics:
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Bogor – Ministry of Research Technology and Higher Education (KEMRISTEKDIKTI) Director of Research and Community Services Prof. Dr. Ocky Karna Radjasa, M.Sc., and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Acting Mission Director David Hoffman opened the first Collaboration for Innovation conference at Institut Pertanian Bogor International Convention Center yesterday. This is the first annual ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 July, 2018 | Topics:
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INDONESIA– The United States Embassy congratulates Dr. Ahmad Agus Setiawan and Dr. Muhammad Makky on their selection as fellows for the ASEAN Science and Technology (S&T) Fellowship 2018/2019, sponsored by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), ASEAN and the ASEAN Foundation. Dr. Setiawan and Dr. Makky were selected for their track record of achievements ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., traveled to East Java from 8-9 May, where he highlighted the strong ties between the United States and Eastern Indonesia. During his visit, he attended the opening of the new Peace Corps office, met with alumni of United States Government-sponsored exchange programs, toured the Cheng Hoo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 May, 2018 | Topics:
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Surabaya – A delegation from the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) joined United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. in Lombok to mark the closure of MCC’s compact with the Government of Indonesia. Ambassador Donovan and the MCC delegation, led by Vice President and Secretary of the MCC Board Jeanne Hauch and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 May, 2018 | Topics:
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., concluded his recent trip to North Sulawesi where he demonstrated the U.S.’ ongoing commitment to the U.S.-Indonesian Strategic Partnership across all segments of Indonesian society, including through military-to-military engagement, promoting commercial ties, educational exchanges, and expanded trade ties. While in Manado, Ambassador Donovan participated in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 March, 2018 | Topics:
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr. completed his first visit to South Sulawesi, highlighting the continuing strength of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership. During his two-day visit to Makassar, he met with South Sulawesi Governor Syahrul Yasin Limpo, toured the Mars Sybioscience Facility, PLN (Perusahan Listrik Negara) Dispatch Center, and met with alumni ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 March, 2018 | Topics:
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The U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA will host three free university fairs across Indonesia to introduce students to the many benefits of higher education in the United States. Approximately, 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the fairs. The university fairs will provide Indonesian students and their parents a chance to learn more ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 February, 2018 | Topics:
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Jakarta – This week, United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding commercial and people-to-people ties between Central Java and the United States. The Ambassador’s two-day visit to Semarang included meetings with Mayor Hendrar Prihadi, representatives for the Central Java Branch of the Indonesian ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 February, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The United States Embassy, the Government of Indonesia, and the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation announced the successful release of two male and two female rescued orangutans to the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park on Borneo Island. The four orangutans raised the total number of rescued orangutans in the national park to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 January, 2018 | Topics:
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JAKARTA-On Mother’s Day (December 22, 2017), the United States and Indonesia announced the launch of Jalin, a five-year $55 million project that will help save lives of the poorest and most vulnerable mothers and newborns in Indonesia. Through Jalin, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Indonesian Ministry of Health (MOH) will improve ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2017 | Topics:
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November 15, 2017 – From November 13-17, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education will celebrate International Education Week (#IEW2017) by encouraging Americans and international students to seek opportunities to study abroad, make connections with peers in other countries, and ultimately see themselves as actors in and shapers of both their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 November, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced four Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) between Indonesian and American scientists. Administered by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, these four research partnership grants will gather evidence to inform policy and management decisions in: peatland restoration; Science, Technology, Engineering and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 October, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The United States Embassy congratulates
Dr. Fitriya N. Dewi for being chosen as a finalist for the third annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-U.S. Science Prize for Women, sponsored by ASEAN, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL). She was chosen for her exceptional research on the impact of rapid urbanization on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – University of Indonesia Student Catherine, who goes by one name, was selected as one of the five winners of the 4th Annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) Youth Debate, supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Department of State. The Youth ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
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The U.S. and Indonesian navies will come together for the 23rd Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) bilateral exercise and skills exchange, September 7-13. The exercise will take place on the ground in Surabaya and in the waters and airspace of the Java and Bali Seas. The training is aimed at deepening maritime security cooperation between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 September, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S. Embassy Jakarta announces Susan Shultz as the new Counselor for Public Affairs and Rakesh Surampudi as new Press Attaché and Spokesperson. As Counselor for Public Affairs, Ms. Shultz heads the U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) that promotes and advances the U.S. – Indonesia Strategic Partnership through @america, our American Cultural ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 August, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA, August 22, 2017 – The United States Agency for International Development’s Oceans and Fisheries Partnership (USAID Oceans) and Yayasan Masyarakat dan Perikanan Indonesia (MDPI), have announced a new partnership for reducing illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Through the partnership, they will establish an innovative system for promoting sustainable fisheries and marine biodiversity conservation. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 August, 2017 | Topics:
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Bandung – Fifty young volunteers from 10 ASEAN countries have gathered for four weeks in Bandung, Indonesia, to participate in the annual ASEAN Youth Volunteer Program (AYVP) supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). For the month of August, participants will learn about natural disasters, how to mitigate risks, and build resilience. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 August, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF) launched an electronic catch documentation and traceability (CDT) system for tuna to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and seafood fraud in Indonesia, the world’s largest tuna-fishing nation. The CDT system will support collection of key ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 May, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA (May 4, 2017) – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global safety science company, launched today the third annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women. The 2017 prize will be awarded to a talented, early career woman from the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 May, 2017 | Topics:
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Vice President Mike Pence and Indonesia Vice President Jusuf Kalla celebrated over $10 billion dollars in trade and investment agreements that demonstrate the strength of the U.S.-Indonesia economic relationship. The deals include the delivery of cutting-edge U.S. technologies to help meet Indonesia’s energy needs and process waste into valuable byproducts. U.S. companies are also supporting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 April, 2017 | Topics:
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The visit of the Vice President to Jakarta reflects our continued commitment to the Strategic Partnership we have with Indonesia. His engagement with Indonesian leaders will serve to strengthen our Strategic Partnership through discussions centered on deepening our economic engagement, boosting our cooperation on shared regional security priorities, and increasing our people to people contact ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – From March 27-31, 2017, fourteen senior level officials from Indonesia’s National Planning and Development Agency, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the National Electricity Company visited San Francisco and Sacramento, California to learn new ways to effectively plan and integrate renewable energy sources into Indonesia’s electricity grid. The Executive Exchange Program, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 April, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission, Brian McFeeters, together with the Minister of Research Technology & Higher Education, Muhammad Nasir, launched a 20-million US dollar research program for five (5) Centers for Collaboration Research (CCRs) in Indonesia. “The establishment of these CCRs will help to develop, foster, and sustain research in science, technology, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 March, 2017 | Topics:
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Denpasar – Representatives from the United States Agency for International Development and Walton Family Foundation signed a memorandum of understanding today at the Economist World Ocean Summit to improve Indonesia’s marine biodiversity conservation and fisheries management. At the signing, U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. said, “This is an exciting collaboration that we hope will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 February, 2017 | Topics:
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MAKASSAR – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Erin McKee and U.S. Consul General in Surabaya Heather Variava visited education institutions in Makassar and Maros, South Sulawesi, today to see the impacts of USAID’s long-term partnership with the government of South Sulawesi, educational training institutions and schools to improve the quality ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 January, 2017 | Topics:
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JAKARTA –Tropical Forest Conservation Act Kalimantan (TFCA Kalimantan), a partnership program among the United States Government, the Government of Indonesia, The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and the Yayasan World Wide Fund for Nature – Indonesia (WWF-I), approved 14 new grants worth $3.3 million to local Indonesian non-governmental organizations (NGOs). These NGOs will work with forest-dependent communities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 December, 2016 | Topics:
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International Student Enrollment in the U.S. Tops One Million for the First Time Students from Indonesia Increased by 6.6% to 8,727 November 14, 2016 – The 2016 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, released today, indicates that the number of international students at U.S. colleges and universities surpassed one million for the first time ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 November, 2016 | Topics:
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Manado, Indonesia – Chargé d’Affaires Brian McFeeters, Consul General Heather Variava, and marine scientists and professors from Sam Ratulangi University, participated in a follow-on event to the 2016 Our Ocean conference at Bunaken National Marine Park on November 1. There they viewed the rich marine diversity of Bunaken and learned about Indonesia’s efforts to preserve ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 November, 2016 | Topics:
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SIEM RIEP, November 1, 2016 – The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) awarded first place of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) World of Food Innovation Challenge to a team of three Indonesian students from Gadjah Mada University. The team’s MINO Microbubble Generator technology increases oxygen in water and as a result, enlarges tilapia fish size by 40 percent, improving fish survival rate by nine percent, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 November, 2016 | Topics:
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Manado, Indonesia – Service members from both the United States Marine Corps and Indonesian Air Forces participated in an opening ceremony to mark the beginning of the ten day Cope West joint training exercise between the two militaries in Manado, Indonesia. The inauguration of Cope West marks the first time in 19 years that the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 November, 2016 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) announced that a youth team from Gadjah Mada University was chosen as one of the three finalists in the YSEALI World of Food Innovation Challenge, which seeks technology solutions for challenges in agriculture, aquaculture, and fisheries. MINO Microbubbles ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 October, 2016 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S Agency for International Development (USAID) will offer funding through its Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for Indonesian scientists to conduct joint research with U.S. scientists. USAID is especially soliciting research proposals in two topics: (1) strengthening science, technology, engineering and math education at both secondary and university levels; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 October, 2016 | Topics:
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Jakarta – The United States and the Indonesian Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education (RISTEK DIKTI) held an event today to celebrate advancements in higher education in Indonesia over the past five years. Approximately 150 people attended the event including honored guests RISTEK DIKTI Directorate General of Institutional Development Dr. Patdono Suwignjo, United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2016 | Topics:
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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced approximately $1 million in grants through the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for six research partnerships between Indonesian and American scientists. The research will address research questions in topics such as climate change mitigation, infectious disease, and science education. “The United States is proud ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 September, 2016 | Topics:
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PADANG, Indonesia (Aug. 31, 2016) Pacific Partnership 2016, embarked aboard hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19), departed its fifth and final mission stop, Padang, Indonesia, Aug. 31, completing two weeks of humanitarian assistance disaster response collaboration and training, medical and engineering subject matter expert exchanges, cooperative health engagements and community relation events. This year marks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 August, 2016 | Topics:
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The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have partnered to bring a team of seven experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide training from August 22-26 to Indonesian officials from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Customs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 August, 2016 | Topics:
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Chargé d’Affaires Brian McFeeters, Secretary General of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Dr. Bambang Sariwanto, Head of the National Law Development of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Agency Dr. Enny Nurbaningsih, National Commission on Anti-violence against Women Commissioner Indri Suparno, and other officials attend the launch of the USAID and The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 August, 2016 | Topics:
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JAKARTA, Indonesia – In an important symbol of America’s commitment to an enduring Strategic Partnership with Indonesia, U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake today along with US Ambassador to ASEAN Nina Hachigian and Director-General for Protocol and Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Andri Hadi marked the completion of the initial structural phase of the new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 July, 2016 | Topics:
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Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Working Group Seminar “Enhancing Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Cooperation” Indonesia-U.S. AWG Seminar to Mark One-Year of Aviation Cooperation JAKARTA, Indonesia – The Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Working Group (AWG) seminar today marks the one-year anniversary of successful U.S.-Indonesia cooperation on aviation. Since its establishment with the MOU signing between Minister of Transportation Ignasius Jonan and Ambassador Blake ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 June, 2016 | Topics:
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Jakarta –Part of the annual DanceMotion USA program that brings American contemporary dance to audiences worldwide, Dance Heginbotham visited Jakarta, Jailolo of North Maluku, and Yogyakarta March 21 – April 8, 2016 and strengthened the people-to-people relationships between the United States and Indonesia. In Jakarta, Dance Heginbotham held choreography composition classes, dance workshops, and a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2016 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On World Tuberculosis Day (March 24, 2016), U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake launched a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) video at @america, encouraging Indonesians to get tested and treated for tuberculosis (TB) if they have a persistent cough. The video prominently features Indonesian rock band Slank who gave a surprise performance at the @america ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 March, 2016 | Topics:
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The United States is concerned over Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir’s travel to Indonesia for the OIC summit. President Bashir has been charged by the International Criminal Court (ICC) with war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide, and warrants for his arrest remain outstanding. While the United States is not a party to the Rome Statute, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 March, 2016 | Topics:
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We are shocked and disappointed by the decision announced by the Supreme Court to sentence two international school teachers. In August 2015, the Indonesian High Court found that there was not sufficient evidence to support the teachers’ conviction. It is not clear what evidence the Supreme Court used to overturn the High Court’s decision. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 February, 2016 | Topics:
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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) PRESTASI scholarship program is now accepting applications from Indonesian public servants and other accomplished professionals interested in attaining postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia. Scholarship opportunities are available for Indonesians interested in pursuing degrees in the fields of public policy, economics, political science, public administration, environment, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 February, 2016 | Topics:
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The United States announced today the second annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women supported by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the U.S. Mission to ASEAN and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with UL. By 2035, ASEAN’s energy needs are projected to more than double to meet the region’s targeted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 February, 2016 | Topics:
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Today at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry-sponsored “Climate Festival” U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake expressed his government’s strong support for Indonesia’s climate change goals and announced two new projects aimed at bolstering the work of the newly formed Peatland Restoration Agency. The two projects, funded under the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s Compact with Indonesia, will help ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 February, 2016 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake visited Papua and the North Maluku during the week of January 18th making stops in Ternate, Manokwari, Nabire and Jayapura. The primary purpose of the trip was to visit USAID programs aimed at reducing poverty and protecting the environment in the region through the promotion of sustainable farming methods, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 January, 2016 | Topics:
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Following the heinous attack that took place today in Jakarta, the U.S. Embassy issued two Emergency Notifications for American Citizens living in Indonesia. These e-mails were sent from an emergency response network with a Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) + 7 time stamp. The e-mails, sent at 11:44WIB and 12:36WIB respectively, were sent to registered American ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
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The United States strongly condemns today’s heinous attack on Indonesian police, citizens and foreigners. We extend our condolences to the families of those killed, and wish a quick and full recovery to those injured. We stand in solidarity with our Indonesian partners and reaffirm our determination to continue to work with the government to combat ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
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Events of the past weeks, in the United States and around the world, have generated a significant discussion around the key issues of security, terrorism, community, and religion. In a televised address on December 6, President Obama made it clear that the United States will seek to enlist Muslim communities as allies in our joint struggle ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 December, 2015 | Topics:
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On this World AIDS Day 2015, imagine a world where we have everything we need – the tools, science, and shared goals – to reduce by 90 percent the number of women, men, and children newly infected by HIV. Imagine an AIDS-free generation where HIV is no longer a public health threat. This is not ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 November, 2015 | Topics:
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The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Center for International Forestry (CIFOR) have launched a partnership to address critical environmental issues in Indonesia concerning forestry management and biodiversity protection. The partnership will include collaborative research and providing scholarships for emerging Indonesian leaders to attend U.S. universities. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 November, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S Agency for International Development will offer funding through its Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for Indonesian scientists to conduct research on climate change, education and wildlife trafficking. Applications are now open, and proposals are due January 15, 2016. PEER is a competitive awards program that invites scientists in developing countries ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 November, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S Agency for International Development will offer funding through its Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for Indonesian scientists to conduct research on climate change, education and wildlife trafficking. Applications are now open, and proposals are due January 15, 2016. PEER is a competitive awards program that invites scientists in developing countries ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 4 November, 2015 | Topics:
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For Immediate Release October 26, 2015 Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook provided the following statement: Secretary of Defense Ash Carter hosted Indonesian Minister of Defense Ryamizard Ryacudu this morning at the Pentagon to discuss ways to strengthen the bilateral defense relationship between the two countries. They discussed the regional security environment as well as opportunities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 October, 2015 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert O. Blake, Jr. announced that the United States will contribute an initial $2.75 million USD in assistance to support Indonesian efforts to address the effects of the forest fires and haze. Ambassador Blake noted: “This assistance is part of the United States’ wider effort to support Indonesian activities to suppress ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 October, 2015 | Topics:
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At the 2015 Our Ocean Conference in Valparaiso, Chile, October 5-6, participants committed to over 80 new initiatives on marine conservation and protection valued at more than $2.1 billion, as well as new commitments on the protection of more than 1.9 million square kilometers (nearly 735,000 square miles) of the ocean. The United States’ initiatives ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 October, 2015 | Topics:
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Today the United States announced the launch of the third annual Making All Voices Count Global Innovation Competition (GIC 2016). Submit your idea for a project that uses technology – of any sort – to improve the relationship between government and citizens in 12 countries, including Indonesia. Ideas must tackle one of the following themes: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – Today the United States announced the launch of the third annual Making All Voices Count Global Innovation Competition (GIC 2016). Submit your idea for a project that uses technology – of any sort – to improve the relationship between government and citizens in 12 countries, including Indonesia. Ideas must tackle one of the ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
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A U.S. Congressional delegation arrived in Indonesia ahead of the 70th Independence celebration and met with President Jokowi on August 15. The U.S. delegation led by Representative Vern Buchanan from Florida, included Representative David Price from North Carolina, Representative Jim McDermott from Washington, Representative Susan Davis from California, Representative Dina Titus from Nevada, and Representative ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 August, 2015 | Topics:
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The United States welcomes the decision of the Jakarta High Court to acquit the two Jakarta Intercultural School teachers Neil Bantleman and Ferdinand Tjiong. The rule of law and an independent judiciary are vital components of any democratic system, and we appreciate the fairness and prudence shown by Jakarta’s appeals court.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 August, 2015 | Topics:
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On August 6th, the United States and Indonesia conducted a workshop with regulatory, financial, and technical experts, as well as high-level government officials, to advance geothermal development in Indonesia. The United States and Indonesia agree to increase collaborations and explore opportunities over the coming weeks and months to accelerate private investment in geothermal energy. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2015 | Topics:
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On Monday, June 22, U.S. President Barack Obama hosted his seventh annual Iftar dinner at the White House, noting to Muslims in the United States and around the world that “whatever our faith, we’re all one family”. In addition to inviting members of the diplomatic corps and elected officials, he also honored young leaders and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On June 19, the U.S. Agency for International Development Mission Director Andrew Sisson signed an agreement awarding $5 million USD to the Indonesia Climate Change Trust Fund (ICCTF) alongside the Ministry of National Development Planning Deputy Minister and ICCTF Board of Trustees Chairwoman Endah Murniningtyas. This contribution will fund Indonesian non-governmental organizations’ (NGOs) climate change ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On Friday, June 12 in Jakarta, The United States and Indonesia furthered their deep defense cooperation with the signing of an arrangement allowing the U.S. Government to conduct joint research leading to the investigation and excavation of U.S. service member remains from Indonesia. Concluding years of coordination between the United States Defense Prisoners of War/Missing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On Friday, June 12 in Jakarta, The United States and Indonesia furthered their deep defense cooperation with the signing of an arrangement allowing the U.S. Government to conduct joint research leading to the investigation and excavation of U.S. service member remains from Indonesia. Concluding years of coordination between the United States Defense Prisoners of War/Missing ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 15 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On June 9, U.S. Federally Funded Research and Development Center MITRE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airnav Indonesia, as well as with Angkasa Pura II, agreeing to cooperate on technical aviation support. Held at the residence of U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake, this MOU signing came at the conclusion of the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On June 9, U.S. Federally Funded Research and Development Center MITRE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airnav Indonesia, as well as with Angkasa Pura II, agreeing to cooperate on technical aviation support. Held at the residence of U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake, this MOU signing came at the conclusion of the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 10 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On Tuesday, June 2 in Aceh, Indonesia, Anne C. Richard, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration, spoke to media from Kuala Cangkoi (TPI Lapang camp): “This is my second time visiting Indonesia, and I am happy to be in this beautiful country although what brought me here is a very difficult ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2015 | Topics:
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On Tuesday, June 2 in Aceh, Indonesia, Anne C. Richard, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration, spoke to media from Kuala Cangkoi (TPI Lapang camp): “This is my second time visiting Indonesia, and I am happy to be in this beautiful country although what brought me here is a very difficult ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 June, 2015 | Topics:
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“The U.S. welcomes the decision by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand that they will work together to uphold their responsibilities under international law and provide humanitarian assistance and shelter to 7,000 vulnerable migrants stranded at sea in Southeast Asia. The United States urges other countries of the region and the international communities to support them in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 May, 2015 | Topics:
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“The U.S. welcomes the decision by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand that they will work together to uphold their responsibilities under international law and provide humanitarian assistance and shelter to 7,000 vulnerable migrants stranded at sea in Southeast Asia. The United States urges other countries of the region and the international communities to support them in ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 21 May, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a $26 million expansion to its Program to Extend Scholarship and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impact (PRESTASI). Under the expanded scholarship program, Indonesian public servants can earn postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia in the fields of public policy, economic growth, political science, public administration, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 April, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a $26 million expansion to its Program to Extend Scholarship and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impact (PRESTASI). Under the expanded scholarship program, Indonesian public servants can earn postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia in the fields of public policy, economic growth, political science, public ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 29 April, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S. Government plans to contribute approximately $225,000 in emergency victim assistance funds to help support the efforts by the Government of Indonesia and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to rescue hundreds of Burmese, Cambodian, Lao, and Thai fishermen who are victims of forced labor and stranded in Eastern Indonesia. This is in addition to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 April, 2015 | Topics:
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Jakarta, Indonesia – The U.S. Government plans to contribute approximately $225,000 in emergency victim assistance funds to help support the efforts by the Government of Indonesia and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to rescue hundreds of Burmese, Cambodian, Lao, and Thai fishermen who are victims of forced labor and stranded in Eastern Indonesia. This is in ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 28 April, 2015 | Topics:
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Today the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia (MCA-I) celebrated the second anniversary of the five-year compact in partnership with Indonesia. This $600 million USD program—focused on natural resource management, renewable energy, maternal and infant health, and procurement modernization—is built around one goal: reducing poverty through economic growth. U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 April, 2015 | Topics:
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We have been closely following the case of the JIS teachers. Any case involving allegations of child abuse is sensitive. Serious questions have arisen in this case regarding the investigative process and lack of credible evidence against the teachers. In light of this, we are deeply disappointed with this outcome. We look forward to the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 April, 2015 | Topics:
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Jakarta, Indonesia – We have been closely following the case of the JIS teachers. Any case involving allegations of child abuse is sensitive. Serious questions have arisen in this case regarding the investigative process and lack of credible evidence against the teachers. In light of this, we are deeply disappointed with this outcome. We look ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 April, 2015 | Topics:
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Jakarta – Today the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia (MCA-I) celebrated the second anniversary of the five-year compact in partnership with Indonesia. This $600 million USD program—focused on natural resource management, renewable energy, maternal and infant health, and procurement modernization—is built around one goal: reducing poverty through economic growth. U.S. Ambassador to ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 April, 2015 | Topics:
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By U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake JAKARTA – Tuberculosis (TB) is curable, but current efforts to find, treat, and cure everyone who gets ill with the disease are not reaching all those who need it. We need more partnerships between the public and private sector in order to develop innovative solutions that save lives and address ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 25 March, 2015 | Topics:
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By U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake Tuberculosis (TB) is curable, but current efforts to find, treat, and cure everyone who gets ill with the disease are not reaching all those who need it. We need more partnerships between the public and private sector in order to develop innovative solutions that save lives and address global problems ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 March, 2015 | Topics:
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In an effort to help Indonesian students learn more about educational opportunities in the United States, the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA announce the launch of the Spring 2015 University Fairs in three cities in Indonesia. Nearly 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the university fair. The event will help explain the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 February, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – In an effort to help Indonesian students learn more about educational opportunities in the United States, the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA announce the launch of the Spring 2015 University Fairs in three cities in Indonesia. Nearly 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the university fair. The event will help explain ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 February, 2015 | Topics:
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Jakarta — On January 6, 2015, Bidart Bros. voluntarily recalled Granny Smith and Gala apples because environmental testing revealed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes at the firm’s apple packing facility in California. The U.S. provided this information to the Government of Indonesia shortly thereafter. At this time any illnesses associated with the Bidart Bros. product have only ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 31 January, 2015 | Topics:
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On January 6, 2015, Bidart Bros. voluntarily recalled Granny Smith and Gala apples because environmental testing revealed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes at the firm’s apple packing facility in California. The U.S. provided this information to the Government of Indonesia shortly thereafter. At this time any illnesses associated with the Bidart Bros. product have only been ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 January, 2015 | Topics:
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On January 29-30 Ambassador Robert O. Blake led a delegation of twelve U.S. companies and business associations to Batam as part of ongoing efforts to identify trade and investment opportunities for U.S. companies and deepen commercial and diplomatic ties with key cities throughout Indonesia. While in Batam, the Ambassador and delegates met with Kepulauan Riau ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 January, 2015 | Topics:
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Batam, Indonesia – On January 29-30 Ambassador Robert O. Blake led a delegation of twelve U.S. companies and business associations to Batam as part of ongoing efforts to identify trade and investment opportunities for U.S. companies and deepen commercial and diplomatic ties with key cities throughout Indonesia. While in Batam, the Ambassador and delegates met with ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 29 January, 2015 | Topics:
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Over fifty civil society activists from Indonesia and across South East Asia will take part in the upcoming round of civil society meetings and workshops organized by the Community of Democracies and the U.S. Department of State in Jakarta on January 21 -23, 2015. The Community of Democracies began civil society consultations in May 2014 to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 January, 2015 | Topics:
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Over fifty civil society activists from Indonesia and across South East Asia will take part in the upcoming round of civil society meetings and workshops organized by the Community of Democracies and the U.S. Department of State in Jakarta on January 21 -23, 2015. The Community of Democracies began civil society consultations in May 2014 to ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 21 January, 2015 | Topics:
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On the afternoon of January 13 at Jakarta’s Digital Valley, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Rudiantara, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake, and Indonesian NGO KOPHI launched the “Social Media for Social Good” program, a series of digital literacy workshops set to take place in six cities around Indonesia throughout 2015: Jambi, Makassar, Bangka, Samarinda, Kupang, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 January, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On the afternoon of January 13 at Jakarta’s Digital Valley, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Rudiantara, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake, and Indonesian NGO KOPHI launched the “Social Media for Social Good” program, a series of digital literacy workshops set to take place in six cities around Indonesia throughout 2015: Jambi, Makassar, Bangka, Samarinda, ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 13 January, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – More than 40 members of the Indonesian justice sector and law enforcement agencies gathered together for the opening of a three-day Integrated Justice Sector Workshop on Managing Cases to Protect Indonesian Biodiversity at the Shangri-La Hotel on January 12, 2015. The conference is co-hosted by the Indonesian Supreme Court and the U.S. Government, through the ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 12 January, 2015 | Topics:
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More than 40 members of the Indonesian justice sector and law enforcement agencies gathered together for the opening of a three-day Integrated Justice Sector Workshop on Managing Cases to Protect Indonesian Biodiversity at the Shangri-La Hotel on January 12, 2015. The conference is co-hosted by the Indonesian Supreme Court and the U.S. Government, through the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 January, 2015 | Topics:
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JAKARTA, Indonesia – The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia Dec. 22 as part of a 16-month rotational deployment in support of the Indo-Asia-Pacific rebalance. This port visit is Fort Worth’s first in Southeast Asia, and also marks the first LCS visit to Indonesia, an archipelagic nation comprised of ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 22 December, 2014 | Topics:
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The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia Dec. 22 as part of a 16-month rotational deployment in support of the Indo-Asia-Pacific rebalance. This port visit is Fort Worth’s first in Southeast Asia, and also marks the first LCS visit to Indonesia, an archipelagic nation comprised of 17,000 islands and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The United States Embassy officially opened the exhibition, “Build Back Better – an exhibition reflecting on life in Aceh 10 years after the Indian Ocean Tsunami” at @america in the Pacific Place Mall on Thursday. The exhibition is open to the public free of charge on Sundays and Mondays through January 26, 2015. ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 12 December, 2014 | Topics:
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The United States Embassy officially opened the exhibition, “Build Back Better – an exhibition reflecting on life in Aceh 10 years after the Indian Ocean Tsunami” at @america in the Pacific Place Mall on Thursday. The exhibition is open to the public free of charge on Sundays and Mondays through January 26, 2015. Developed by ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 December, 2014 | Topics:
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MEDAN – The USS RODNEY M. DAVIS, a U.S. Navy frigate with a crew of 200 sailors will visit Medan, North Sumatra, from October 23-27, 2014. On October 25, the U.S. Secretary of The Navy, Ray Mabus, will arrive in Medan to meet with Sailors aboard the frigate and attend a reception for Indonesian military officers, ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 24 October, 2014 | Topics:
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The USS RODNEY M. DAVIS, a U.S. Navy frigate with a crew of 200 sailors will visit Medan, North Sumatra, from October 23-27, 2014. On October 25, the U.S. Secretary of The Navy, Ray Mabus, will arrive in Medan to meet with Sailors aboard the frigate and attend a reception for Indonesian military officers, elected ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 October, 2014 | Topics:
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On October 20, Secretary of State John Kerry led a Presidential Delegation to Jakarta, Indonesia to attend President Joko Widodo’s inauguration. Members of the delegation included U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Russel, Director of the Peace Corps Carolyn Hessler-Radelet, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 October, 2014 | Topics:
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Leaders from approximately 30 districts across Indonesia attended the National Policy Forum on Teacher Deployment on October 14 to discuss strategies on how to equally distribute teachers based on local schools’ needs, teacher qualification, and student-to-teacher ratio. The Forum was hosted by the Ministry of Education and Culture (MOEC) and the U.S. Agency for International ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 October, 2014 | Topics:
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On September 24, the United States witnessed the signing of the landmark Indonesia Palm Oil Pledge by the CEOs of Cargill, Asian Agri, Golden Agri-Resources, Wilmar, and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which reflects the commitment of these industry giants to break the link between palm oil and deforestation. This Pledge includes industry-leading ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 29 September, 2014 | Topics:
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The U.S. Government looks forward to working with the signatories, civil society and the Government of Indonesia to follow and promote implementation of the Pledge.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 September, 2014 | Topics:
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On September 24, the United States witnessed the signing of the landmark Indonesia Palm Oil Pledge by the CEOs of Cargill, Asian Agri, Golden Agri-Resources, Wilmar, and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which reflects the commitment of these industry giants to break the link between palm oil and deforestation. This Pledge includes industry-leading ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 September, 2014 | Topics:
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To the Indonesians who loved him, he was simply known as Munir. He spent his life working to make his country more democratic, more free, and more humane. Ten years ago today someone assassinated him because they feared he just might succeed. Still today, justice has not been served. Full accountability for all those allegedly ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 September, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development announced the second group of scholarship recipients under the USAID Program to Extend Scholarships and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impacts II (PRESTASI II), which provides opportunities for Indonesians to earn master’s degrees in selected fields from universities in the U.S. and Indonesia. The goal of the five-year ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 4 September, 2014 | Topics:
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The U.S. Agency for International Development announced the second group of scholarship recipients under the USAID Program to Extend Scholarships and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impacts II (PRESTASI II), which provides opportunities for Indonesians to earn master’s degrees in selected fields from universities in the U.S. and Indonesia. The goal of the five-year (2012-2017) program ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 September, 2014 | Topics:
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Sundance Institute and the U.S. Embassy in Indonesia Collaborate to Host Free Film Screenings and Guided Discussions Filmmaker Srdan Golubovic (Circles) and Editor Doug Blush (Twenty Feet From Stardom) travel with the Program Park City, UT — Sundance Institute and the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities announced today that Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue will ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 20 August, 2014 | Topics:
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Sundance Institute and the U.S. Embassy in Indonesia Collaborate to Host Free Film Screenings and Guided Discussions Filmmaker Srdan Golubovic (Circles) and Editor Doug Blush (Twenty Feet From Stardom) travel with the Program Sundance Institute and the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities announced today that Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue will host free screenings ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 August, 2014 | Topics:
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PEARL HARBOR – U.S. Navy underwater archeologists, in conjunction with Indonesian Navy divers, have assessed in an interim report that the wrecked vessel surveyed in the Java Sea in June is “consistent with the identification” of the World War II wreck of the cruiser USS Houston (CA 30), and that divers documented conclusive evidence of ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 19 August, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Navy underwater archeologists, in conjunction with Indonesian Navy divers, have assessed in an interim report that the wrecked vessel surveyed in the Java Sea in June is “consistent with the identification” of the World War II wreck of the cruiser USS Houston (CA 30), and that divers documented conclusive evidence of a pattern of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 August, 2014 | Topics:
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Jakarta – On July 14, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to Bogor, Indonesia, to visit PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk’s manufacturing facilities to highlight the long-term contributions of U.S. companies in Indonesia. Ambassador Blake congratulated Goodyear for its contributions toward improving the safety and quality of automobiles in Indonesia and across the region with its tire technology and products, as well as ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 18 July, 2014 | Topics:
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On July 14, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to Bogor, Indonesia, to visit PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk’s manufacturing facilities to highlight the long-term contributions of U.S. companies in Indonesia. Ambassador Blake congratulated Goodyear for its contributions toward improving the safety and quality of automobiles in Indonesia and across the region with its tire technology and products, as well as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 July, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the American-owned Fluidic Energy factory in Bogor on July 14. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Fluidic Energy uses metal-air battery technology and integrated intelligence to develop energy storage solutions for various peak shaving applications. PT Fluidic Energy Indonesia (FEI) opened their Indonesian manufacturing plant in 2010, and partners with ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 15 July, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the American-owned Fluidic Energy factory in Bogor on July 14. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Fluidic Energy uses metal-air battery technology and integrated intelligence to develop energy storage solutions for various peak shaving applications. PT Fluidic Energy Indonesia (FEI) opened their Indonesian manufacturing plant in 2010, and partners with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 July, 2014 | Topics:
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As the three founding Embassies of the Jakarta International School (JIS), we are deeply concerned about the detention of several JIS teachers last night. We believe JIS and its teachers have closely cooperated with police authorities, and we are surprised at these developments given the presumption of innocence in Indonesian law.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 July, 2014 | Topics:
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Jayapura – From June 8-13, 2014, Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to the provinces of Papua and West Papua to meet with government officials, civil society leaders, alumni of U.S. exchange programs, and visit U.S. government-supported programs that combat HIV/AIDS, support marine biodiversity, and improve health care services. Ambassador Blake’s six day visit is part of ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 13 June, 2014 | Topics:
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From June 8-13, 2014, Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to the provinces of Papua and West Papua to meet with government officials, civil society leaders, alumni of U.S. exchange programs, and visit U.S. government-supported programs that combat HIV/AIDS, support marine biodiversity, and improve health care services. Ambassador Blake’s six day visit is part of his ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 June, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On May 6-7, the U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), and NGO Blood4Life will hold a national blood drive in Jakarta and five other cities around Indonesia. Blood4Nation seeks to promote and highlight the importance of donating blood to keep a reliable blood supply for Indonesia and provide a live-saving resource to patients ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 May, 2014 | Topics:
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On May 6-7, the U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), and NGO Blood4Life will hold a national blood drive in Jakarta and five other cities around Indonesia. Blood4Nation seeks to promote and highlight the importance of donating blood to keep a reliable blood supply for Indonesia and provide a live-saving resource to patients in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 May, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake and Indonesia Minister of Forestry Zulkifli Hasan launched the first round of forest conservation grants under the $28.5 million Tropical Forest Conservation Act (TFCA) Kalimantan. The awards to nine organizations, which will initially work in Kapuas Hulu District (West Kalimantan) and Berau, Mahakam Ulu and Kutai Barat Districts (East Kalimantan), ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 30 April, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake and Indonesia Minister of Forestry Zulkifli Hasan launched the first round of forest conservation grants under the $28.5 million Tropical Forest Conservation Act (TFCA) Kalimantan. The awards to nine organizations, which will initially work in Kapuas Hulu District (West Kalimantan) and Berau, Mahakam Ulu and Kutai Barat Districts (East Kalimantan), support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 April, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the largest geothermal power plant in Indonesia on April 10. The 377 megawatt Salak geothermal power plant operated by Chevron Geothermal Salak, which has contributed to national electricity needs since 1994, is an example of the important role of U.S. companies in supporting Indonesia’s energy and ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 14 April, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the largest geothermal power plant in Indonesia on April 10. The 377 megawatt Salak geothermal power plant operated by Chevron Geothermal Salak, which has contributed to national electricity needs since 1994, is an example of the important role of U.S. companies in supporting Indonesia’s energy and environmental goals. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 April, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On April 6, the U.S. Department of State and CRDF Global, in cooperation with GEPIndonesia, welcomed over 180 Indonesian entrepreneurs and angel investors to the Global Innovation through Science and Technology (GIST) DEMO Day. Top Indonesian startups pitched their science and technology business ideas to the audience at the Four Seasons Hotel and ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 7 April, 2014 | Topics:
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Bandung — On April 2, 2014, Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to Bandung, West Java to promote the business and education pillars of the U.S. – Indonesia Comprehensive Partnership. Ambassador Blake’s visit is part of his continuing travel across Indonesia to engage local leaders, businesses, civil society and students to advance cooperation and partnership with the ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 2 April, 2014 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake is pleased to welcome Pacific Clave, the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s world music ensemble, to Jakarta. The group will perform its uniquely American brand of world music for Indonesian audiences at the Java Jazz Festival, at a Banten pesantren and @america. Pacific Clave will kick off its Jakarta ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 28 February, 2014 | Topics:
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Medan – Ambassador Robert Blake provided an additional $200,000 for logistical support as part of the ongoing emergency response to the Mount Sinabung eruptions in North Sumatra. The U.S. government is supporting operations and logistics through Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) as the agency continues to manage the emergency response to the Mt. Sinabung ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 19 February, 2014 | Topics:
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Jakarta – U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will highlight the shared challenges facing the U.S., Indonesia, and the world because of climate change during a speech at @america in Jakarta on the afternoon of February 16. The Secretary personally addressed the people of Indonesia in a video previewing his trip and the importance of ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 14 February, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – In response to the ongoing eruptions of Mount Sinabung in North Sumatra, United States Ambassador Robert Blake offered $100,000 to support the Government of Indonesia’s response. The U.S. government, through the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing humanitarian relief items to people residing ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 7 February, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – Today the U.S. Embassy welcomed two distinguished American filmmakers, Freida Mock and Richard Pearce, to Jakarta as part of the American Film Showcase (AFS) program. Over the next two weeks, the filmmakers will meet with Indonesians in Java, Kalimantan and Sumatera to share their perspectives on American films and to discuss their careers. While ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 6 February, 2014 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – The United States will provide more than $1 million of funding for maternal health research as part of the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program. The United States will award grants to Indonesian researchers for collaborative research with American scientists in maternal and neonatal health. “Collaboration is the foundation of these ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 4 February, 2014 | Topics:
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Today, the U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Kristen Bauer and the provincial government of DKI Jakarta launched the Community Empowerment of People Against Tuberculosis (CEPAT) health program in Jakarta. Through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the program supports community-based outreach and care for tuberculosis (TB). “USAID’s CEPAT program supports Indonesian organizations and local communities ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 28 January, 2014 | Topics:
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On Saturday, January 11, the 500,000th visitor to @america stepped through the doors of the U.S. Government’s high-tech cultural center in the Pacific Place Mall in Jakarta. Syarifah Rahma was recognized by Ambassador-designate Robert Blake and received a package of English and Indonesian language books on an Amazon Kindle Fire tablet. “We opened @america on December ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Medan | 11 January, 2014 | Topics:
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