Embassy Holds Drug Awareness Event
The Embassy and the Bulgarian National Customs Service organized a “Red Ribbon” event at the Sofia International Airport on October 23, 2012. Approximately 150 school children from several different Sofia area schools listened to officers and agents discuss the dangers of drugs.
Ambassador Ries Visits Hohenfels Training Area
Ambassador Ries joined President Rosen Plevneliev and Defense Minister Anyu Angelov on a visit to the Joint Multinational Readiness Center at Hohenfels Training Area in Germany to observe Bulgarian Special Forces training during exercise Saber Junction on October 19, 2012.
DCM Dalton Congratulates INRNE on 40th Anniversary
Deputy Chief of Mission Bryan Dalton congratulated the Institute for Nuclear Research and Nuclear Energy on its 40th anniversary during an event held at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences on October 19, 2012 to mark the occasion.
Photo Exhibition Opens at Varna Regional Library
On October 17, 2012, Press Attaché Nicole Gallagher opened a photo exhibition featuring the work of Ivo Danchev, the recipient of a Fulbright scholarship who lived with the Native American Crow tribe in Montana during the summer of 2011, documenting their lives and traditions.
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Ambassador Ries Opens Cyber Security Conference
Ambassador Ries joined Interior Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov in opening the second annual Regional Forum on Cyber Security and Cybercrime for Southeastern European countries in Sofia on October 22, 2012.
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Secretary Clinton Gives Speech on Energy Diplomacy in the 21st Century
“Energy cuts across the entirety of U.S. foreign policy. It’s a matter of national security and global stability. It’s at the heart of the global economy. It’s also an issue of democracy and human rights.”
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U.S. Government Funds Community Center Modernization
The U.S. Government provided 91,092 BGN (60,500 USD) for the renovation of the community center.
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Solicitation Announcement
Companies with prior experience in rent-a-car services are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia.
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Solicitation Announcement
Companies with prior experience in bus and truck transportation are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia.
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2013 Community Solutions Professional Fellows Program
The State Department is soliciting applications for the Community Solutions Program, a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders.
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Ambassador Ries Мeets Foreign Minister Mladenov
Ambassador Ries visited the Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on October 3, 2012 for an introductory meeting with Foreign Minister Nickolay Mladenov.
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Ambassador Ries Meets Deputy Prime Minister Tsvetanov
Ambassador Ries met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Tsvetan Tsvetanov for an introductory call on October 3, 2012.
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Ambassador Ries Celebrates Peace Corps’ Legacy
Ambassador Ries joined Foreign Minister Nickolay Mladenov, Peace Corps Bulgaria Director Mikel Herrington, as well as past and current Peace Corps Volunteers and their Bulgarian counterparts on October 2, 2012 at the Military Club in Sofia to celebrate twenty-one years of partnership between Peace Corps and the Bulgarian people.
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Completing and Returning Absentee Ballots
Absentee ballots already delivered to overseas voters. Every U.S. citizen who requested an absentee ballot and selected the fax or email delivery option should have it by now. Please vote and take steps to return your voted ballot promptly so your vote will count.
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The U.S. Embassy Introduces New Visa Processing Procedures for Nonimmigrant Visas
As of September 13, 2012, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia is transitioning to a new appointment system and document pick-up service, with an expanded call center for scheduling appointments and making general inquiries. This system is being implemented worldwide and includes all services in one fee.
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Terrorist Attack in Burgas
In light of the terrorist attack in Burgas on July 18, 2012, the U.S. Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens to maintain high vigilance and to take appropriate steps to heighten their security awareness.
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Worldwide Travel Alert
The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.
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New IRS Form for Overseas Taxpayers
The Form 8938 (Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets) should be filed by taxpayers with specific types and amounts of foreign financial assets or foreign accounts. It is important for taxpayers to determine whether they are subject to this new requirement because the law imposes significant penalties for failing to comply.
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Message for U.S. Citizens: 2012 Election Cycle – Begins Now
Start thinking about your participation in the U.S. 2012 elections today!
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Ambassador, Defense Minister Visit USS Enterprise
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Secretary of Homeland Security on BNT
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U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Visits Sofia
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Security assistance program anniversary
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DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart's Interview - BNT, "Panorama" April 6, 2012
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U.S. Military Funds Refurbishing of Kindergarten in Montana
