Statement: Sec. Kerry on Lunar New Year
Statement by Secretary of State John Kerry on the 2013 Lunar New Year.
Peace Corps Exhibit Now In Sabah Museum
Ambassador Paul W. Jones handed over the Photo Exhibit, “Enduring Bond: 50th Anniversary of Peace Corps Malaysia” to Datuk Masidi Manju, Sabah Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment.
"Journey to Freedom" Screening
The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur together, with the non-governmental organizations Change Your World and Project Liber8, jointly organized a screening of the film “Journey to Freedom”.
John Kerry: The Next Secretary of State
On January 29, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approved Kerry as the next Secretary of State.
News
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Obama: State of the Union Address at the House Chamber, U.S. Congress
President Obama will deliver the annual State of the Union this Wednesday, February 13 at 10:00 AM (Malaysian time).
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2013 Global Sports Mentoring Program
The program will provide participants with opportunities to build relationships & networking in the sports sector. Deadline: March 1.
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Secretary Clinton’s Interview at Global Town Hall (Transcript)
Full interview transcript - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton - Global Townterview, January 29, 2013
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Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation (USD$500,00 to 1M)
The Fund is aimed at preserving cultural sites/objects that have a historical/cultural significance to the cultural heritage of Msia.
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Peace Corps
Peace Corps
See you at the Photo Exhibit!
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Enterprising Women
Enterprising Women, Thriving Societies
Embassy Highlights
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Ambassador Entrusts Peace Corps Photo Exhibit to Sabah Museum
In an exchange of certificates ceremony, Ambassador Paul W. Jones handed over the Photo Exhibit, “Enduring Bond: 50th Anniversary of Peace Corps Malaysia” to Datuk Masidi Manju, Sabah Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment. The photo exhibit, received by Minister Masidi on behalf of the Sabah Museum, will be part of the museum’s permanent collection.
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"See You in the USA” Seminar Promotes American Culture and Education USA
The Lincoln Resource Center organized yet another half-day seminar entitled “See You in the USA” at MARA Technology University (UiTM) for 210 students and faculty members of the university’s American Degree Transfer Program.
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"Journey to Freedom" Screening to Educate Youth on Trafficking-In-Persons
The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur together, with the non-governmental organizations Change Your World and Purple Cow’s Project Liber8, jointly organized a screening of the film “Journey to Freedom” in Petaling Jaya.
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A Celebration of U.S Malaysian Educational Exchanges at Ambassador Jones Residence.
Ambassador Paul Jones hosted a reception for over 250 people to celebrate the anniversaries of two successful exchange programs, the Fulbright Program which is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through scholars and researchers and the 10th Anniversary of The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program.
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A Visit to Assess English Language Education in Malaysia (January 6-13)
Program Branch Chief of ECA’s English Language Office of the State Department, Dr. Kay Davis, was in the country in support of English language program and outreach in Malaysia.
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Grammy-Award Winning American Music Abroad Trio Captivate Malaysian Audience (January 12-15)
The American Music Abroad folk ensemble of Grammy Award winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer with Barbara Lamb, in conjunction with Malaysia’s leading fusion band AkashA, entertained an audience of more than 1,000 people at two concerts in Selangor, Malaysia.
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A Spicy Night at Ambassador Jones’ Residence
More than 50 “foodies,” friends and contacts of the U.S. Embassy attended a four-chef tasting hosted by Mrs. Catherine Jones as part of the “Artistry of Spices” program, which explores the world through spices.
Announcement
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The Embassy will be CLOSED for business on Monday and Tuesday (observed), February 11 & 12, 2013 for Chinese New Year.
Webchat
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LIVE WEBCHAT: Wednesday, February 13, 2013 - 10:00 AM MYT.
President Obama will deliver the annual State of the Union address at the House Chamber of the U.S. Congress. Join us for a live webcast of this important speech as he outlines key priorities to a joint session of the 113th Congress. Watch and discuss President Obama’s achievements over the past year as well as his vision for America in 2013!
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Scam Alert!
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Green Card Scam
Recently many people have received e-mails stating that they have won a Green Card. These e-mails are not from the U.S. Government. These emails are scams. Do not send any money to anyone and do not reply to these e-mails, just delete them.
Information
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E-Journal: See you in the U.S.A.
Every year tens of millions of people visit the United States. They come to study, or for business, or for fun. But the best reason of all is to meet Americans.
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Ask Your Librarian!
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