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In this video, Philippe Cousteau, President and Co-founder of EarthEcho International talks about the upcoming U.S. Pavilion in Yeosu, Korea. Transcript | Official website of the USA Pavilion Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea
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President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Korea to attend United States National Day at the Yeosu Expo 2012
July 2, 2012 - President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Korea to attend the United States National Day at the Yeosu Expo 2012. The Honorable Jane Lubchenco, Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere, will lead the delegation on July 4, 2012.
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Students in Korea and Hawaii Trade Ideas on Ocean, Coastal Pollution
Students at the Korea Science Academy in Busan, South Korea, spoke to students at Campbell High School in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, via video conference to celebrate Earth Day and EXPO 2012 Yeosu Korea. Pollution and what citizens can do about it was the main topic of discussion.
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U.S. Ties to Ocean, Coast on Display at EXPO 2012 Yeosu Korea
At EXPO 2012 Yeosu Korea, the United States is making a big diplomatic effort to inform the world about the importance of the ocean and coast to a healthy planet. The United States has the most diverse coastal ecosystems in the world, and dozens of young citizen diplomats are going to Yeosu to tell stories about them.
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Fact sheet on Yeosu Expo 2012, Yeosu, Republic of Korea
April 25, 2012 - Expo 2012 will take place in Yeosu, Korea, from May 12 through August 12, 2012. It features national, themed, and corporate pavilions (building-sized exhibitions). The organizers expect 8-10 million visitors from all over the world. If you are among the U.S. citizens planning to travel to Yeosu during this three-month period, please review this information carefully.
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Asst. Sec. Stock, USA Pavilion's Cousteau Preview 2012 World Expo
April 24, 2012 - MODERATOR: Good morning, and welcome to the Foreign Press Center. We are excited to have you here today. It’s always exciting when we can talk about cultural exchange. I want to just flag a few things for your attention. If you have cell phones or any electronic devices, if you could please at this time either turn them to vibrate or turn them to silent position, we would appreciate it.
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USA Pavilion to Showcase Diversity, Wonder and Solutions at Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea
March 9, 2012 - USA Pavilion 2012, the organization charged with designing, building and operating the USA Pavilion (http://www.pavilion2012.org/) for this summer’s World Expo in Yeosu, South Korea, announced the design plans for the USA Pavilion experience on March 7.
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U.S. Signs Contract for Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea
December 12, 2011 - The U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, Sung Kim, represented the United States in signing the Participation Contract for Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea at the U.S. Ambassador’s Official Residence in Seoul on December 12. Expo Commissioner Lee Joon-hee and Expo Organizing Committee Chairman Kang Dong-suk represented the Organizing Committee for Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea. USA Pavilion 2012 LLC’s chief spokesperson, Philippe Cousteau Jr., and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Snowhite attended the ceremony and witnessed the signing.
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United States Signs on for World Expo 2012 in South Korea
October 13, 2011 - The United States joins nations planning to participate in the 2012 World Expo, to be held in Yeosu, South Korea.
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Remarks at the State Luncheon in Honor of the State Visit of Republic of Korea President Lee and Mrs. Kim Yoon-Ok
October 13, 2011 - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton makes remarks at the state luncheon in honor of the state visit of South Korean President Lee Myung-bak and Kim Yoon-Ok.
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Secretary Clinton Announces U.S. Participation at the Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea
October 13, 2011 - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton today announced that the United States will participate in the Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea during a State Luncheon at the U.S. Department of State in honor of Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak. Participation in this Expo demonstrates U.S. commitment to strengthening U.S. - ROK relations and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region and deepens our friendly ties with the people of the Republic of Korea.
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The United States’ Participation in Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea: The Living Ocean and Coast
October 13, 2011 - The United States will participate in Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea, which will be held in the southern coastal city of Yeosu from May 12 to August 12, 2012. Joining more than 108 countries and international organizations, USA Pavilion 2012 will build on the Expo’s overall theme of “The Living Ocean and Coast,” and showcase the diversity, spirit of entrepreneurship, innovation, and commitment to sustainable development of the American people. U.S. participation in Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea demonstrates U.S. commitment to deepening our friendly ties and strengthening U.S. – Republic of Korea (ROK) relations and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region.
Meet the U.S. Commissioner
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Ambassador Sung Kim
Ambassador Sung Kim is the U.S. Commissioner to Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea. Read more about him and get updates from his blog (written in Korean).
Meet the USA Pavilion 2012 Team
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Philippe Cousteau
Philippe Cousteau Jr., serves as Chief Spokesperson for USA Pavilion 2012. Read more about him and the rest of USA Pavilion 2012 Team.
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