Latest News http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/index.shtml en-us No copyright WebmasterMVD@state.gov (Vince Alongi) http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/imagenes/DOSthumbnail.jpg http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/index.shtml In an address recorded in Seoul, South Korea, the President discusses his trip to Asia. He talks about his push to stop nuclear proliferation in North Korea, Iran, and around the world. He talks about promoting America's principles for an open society in China while making progress on joint efforts to combat climate change. And talks in-depth about the primary objective of his trip: engaging in new markets that hold tremendous potential to spur job creation here at home. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/22-14aEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/22-14aEN.shtml IRAN: P-5+1 Political Director's Meeting in Brussels / Taking Stock of October 1 Meeting in Geneva / Iran's Response to IAEA Proposed Agreement / Urging Iran to Reconsider / New Meeting to Take Place / Dual-Track Approach / Visiting Qom / Issue of Sanctions / Limited Patience / P-5+1 Together in Approach / Pressure and Sanctions / Tensions in the Region / Iran's Human Rights Violations / UN Resolution / Deep Concern about the Election / Due Process of Law / UN Special Rapporteur / President Ahmadinejad's Visit to Brazil / Issue between the Two Countries / Raising Issues of Concern / HONDURAS: Micheletti's Leave of Absence / Allow Breathing Room for Process to Move Forward / Implementation of the Tegucigalpa-San Jose Accords / Reconciliation / CHINA/INDIA: Important Global Players / U.S. Relationship with China and India / Intensive Dialogues / Indo-Sino Relationship / INDIA: UN Security Council Seat / Security Council Expansion Civil-Nuclear Cooperation / Nonproliferation / AFGHANISTAN: Afghan and NATO Raids / Protecting Civilian Populations / Defeat of Taliban and al-Qaida / Difficult Challenge for Afghanistan Government / Bring Stability and Peace to Afghanistan / SPAIN: Policies on Piracy in Somalia / Appropriate Framework / Spain is an Important Partner / Redoubling Efforts / YEMEN: Abduction of Japanese Engineer / Condemn Hostage Taking Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/22-13aEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/paginas/22-13aEN.shtml At World Food Summit, leaders agree to increase food security efforts. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-314EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-314EN.shtml The U.N.-sponsored climate conference in December in Copenhagen can become the steppingstone to a full and binding legal climate agreement if it focuses on the right blend of practical approaches and principles, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-312EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-312EN.shtml Lasting effects of carbon dioxide modify way nations, companies cooperate. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-313EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-313EN.shtml Nations cooperate to develop carbon dioxide capture-and-storage technology. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-311EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-311EN.shtml Arturo Valenzuela sworn-in at State Department ceremony. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-310EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-310EN.shtml November 16-22 marks Global Entrepreneurship Week. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-309EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-309EN.shtml U.S. Charge Robin Matthewman hosts ceremony to honor U.S. veterans. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-307cEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-307cEN.shtml Secretary Clinton's remarks at the Brandenburg Gate Celebration. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-306EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-306EN.shtml Secretary Clinton urges the expansion of initiative's objectives to include the promotion of women's businesses. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-304EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-304EN.shtml Program supports training of region's next generation of conservationists. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-303EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-303EN.shtml 14 Uruguayan public school students to be selected for this new edition of the program. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-299EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-299EN.shtml 85 countries join worldwide effort to educate and inspire next generation of entrepreneurs Nov. 16 - 22. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-302EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-302EN.shtml Your chance to tell the world what democracy means to you and win a trip to the United States. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-300EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-300EN.shtml On Friday, October 30th, in Bogota, the United States and Colombian governments signed the Defense Cooperation Agreement. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-298EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-298EN.shtml Statement by Secretary Clinton on historic agreement in Honduras. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-296EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-296EN.shtml Rice says U.N. resolution does not reflect current realities in Cuba. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-297EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-297EN.shtml Forty Latin American women entrepreneurs came together in Washington October 7-9. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-295EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-295EN.shtml Status of women must rise, experts say. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-294EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-294EN.shtml Reporters Without Borders concerned over Europe, welcomes U.S. progress. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-293EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-293EN.shtml Special briefing marking the release of the 2009 Report on International Religious Freedom. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291cEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291cEN.shtml Report names countries where right to worship freely is curtailed. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291EN.shtml State Department report reviews respect for religious freedom worldwide. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291aEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-291aEN.shtml Discusses nuclear nonproliferation, international nuclear cooperation. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-292EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-292EN.shtml Deadline for candidate applications is November 18. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-290EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-290EN.shtml The company underlines the importance of shoes to health and well-being. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-289EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-289EN.shtml Grants to help small farmers in developing countries. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-288EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-288EN.shtml The Obama Administration sees chronic hunger as a key priority of our foreign policy. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-284aEN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-284aEN.shtml Applicants urged to apply early to avoid last-minute delays. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-283EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-283EN.shtml Eight new centers are now operational throughout the country. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-282EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-282EN.shtml Committee notes Obama's work toward a world without nuclear weapons. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-281EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-281EN.shtml Mr. Nelson is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-280EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-280EN.shtml October 7-9, 2009 in Washington, D.C. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:00:00 +0200 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-279EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-279EN.shtml Applications will be accepted between Friday, October 2, 2009 and Monday, November 30, 2009. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-277EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-277EN.shtml Network enables member countries to link their data and research efforts electronically. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-276EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-276EN.shtml For middle school and high school students around the world; deadline to register is March 16, 2010. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-275EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-275EN.shtml Says violence against women is criminal, not cultural. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-273EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-273EN.shtml Formalizes the access U.S. personnel have had to seven Colombian military facilities. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-274EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-274EN.shtml Ministers announce the launch of the Americas Competitiveness Network. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:00:00 +0300 http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-272EN.shtml http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-272EN.shtml