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World Refugee Day 2009,
Statement by Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, June 20, 2009
"... The United States is committed to supporting refugees and displaced people worldwide. We are proud to support the heroic efforts of the United Nations High Commission on Refugees, the Red Cross, the International Organization of Migration, and many other non-governmental organizations that work on behalf of refugees worldwide, often in difficult and dangerous circumstances. Last year, we gave more than $1.4 billion to support this work, making us the world’s largest donor for refugee relief. And we’re honored to welcome the many refugees who have resettled in our nation; since 1975, nearly 3 million refugees have made new homes in the United States, more than any other nation in the world. ..."
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Statement from the President on Iran,
The White House, June 20, 2009
"The Iranian government must understand that the world is watching. We mourn each and every innocent life that is lost. We call on the Iranian government to stop all violent and unjust actions against its own people. The universal rights to assembly and free speech must be respected, and the United States stands with all who seek to exercise those rights. ..."
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Remarks by the President on 21st Century Financial Regulatory Reform,
The White House, June 17, 2009 ( video)
"Since taking office, my administration has mounted what I think has to be acknowledged as an extraordinary response to a historic economic crisis. But even as we take decisive action to repair the damage to our economy, we're working hard to build a new foundation for sustained economic growth. ..."
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 Trafficking in Persons Report 2009,
U.S. Department of State, June 16, 2009
The Department of State is required by law to submit each year to the U.S. Congress a report on foreign governments’ efforts to eliminate severe forms of trafficking in persons. This is the ninth annual TIP Report; it seeks to increase global awareness of the human trafficking phenomenon by shedding new light on various facets of the problem and highlighting shared and individual efforts of the international community, and to encourage foreign governments to take effective action against all forms of trafficking in persons. ...
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Indigenous People Today: Living in Two Worlds,
eJournal, Bureau of International Information Programs/U.S. Department of State, June 2009
The June 2009 edition of eJournal USA provides insight into Native Americans and other indigenous peoples. Articles provide historical background and look at issues surrounding their languages and culture, their legal status, and how they are networking around the world.
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Remarks by the President at the Annual Conference of the American Medical Association,
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, June 15, 2009
"... The cost of our health care is a threat to our economy. It's an escalating burden on our families and businesses. It's a ticking time bomb for the federal budget. And it is unsustainable for the United States of America. ..."
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| LATEST NEWS FROM THE EMBASSY |
 The State of Transatlantic Relations,
June 15, 2009
On June 15, American European affairs and national security expert Charles A. Kupchan, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations,
gave a presentation on the future of transatlantic relations "The West:
Making a Comeback or Past Its Prime?" |
 Multi-Venue Program Featuring Experts on Exile Literature,
June 8 , 2009
The Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Vienna, hosted a book presentation and panel discussion on “Exile Literature“ – the body of work created by those who fled or were forced to leave Europe in the years leading up to the Second World War. |
 Embassy Honors Exiled Austrians,
June 8 , 2009
Assistant Public Affairs Officer Steve Labensky hosted a reception in honor of
Carl Djerassi, Alfred Bader and Robert Rosner, three Austrians exiled by the
Nazi regime who distinguished themselves in sciences and arts, with two of them
finding a new home in the United States. |
 Commemorative Plaque Unveiled,
May 30, 2009
On May 30, Air Attaché Lt.Col. Richard McCleary, U.S. Embassy Vienna, attended the unveiling of a commemorative plaque for the crews of two U.S. B-17 bomber airplanes that crashed-landed in St. Jakob am Walde in 1944. Also present was Mr. Bill Brainard, former radioman on one of the planes, the B-17 F 42 known as "Laura."
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 Embassy Ceremony for Austrian ASSIST Exchange Student,
May 27, 2009
On Wednesday, May 27, Assistant Public Affairs Officer Steve Labensky
hosted
ASSIST scholarship recipient Martina Tampir of Vienna at a small
reception
in the Embassy. |
 David Pistrui at Amerika Haus Vienna, (pt. 1, pt.2)
May 19, 2009
The Obama Factor: Opportunities, Challenges and Potential Impact of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan on Business Development. |
Amb. John M. Ordway is Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy,
May 13, 2009
Amb. Ordway has served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Kazakhstan (2004-2008) and to Armenia (2001-2004). He is career Foreign Service Officer since 1975. |
U.S. Army Europe Band and Chorus,
May 13, 2009
The United States Europe Army Band and Chorus perform the 'Wilhelm Tell Overture' at Korneuburg. |
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Effective January 12, 2009 travelers to the U.S. need to register via the Electronic Systems for Travel Authorization (ESTA).