Thank you so much to all our honored guests for joining us here. Before I begin my speech, I also want to give a special thank you to all the Embassy staff who have worked so hard over the last few months to make this celebration possible, particularly to our GSO Amy Monsarrat who, will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Speeches
Location: Madagascar, countrywide Event: Madagascar’s National Day celebrations have been on-going since June 1, 2018 and will culminate on June 26, 2018. Police officers and gendarmerie will likely carry out checkpoints throughout the city. You should carry proper identification at all times – a U.S. passport with a current Malagasy visa. Actions to Take Be aware of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 20 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
The U.S. Embassy in Antananarivo congratulates Prime Minister Ntsay on his June 4th appointment and is encouraged by his commitment at the handover ceremony to preparing “inclusive, transparent, credible elections, the results of which will be accepted by all.” We urge all parties to continue to abide by the Constitutionally-mandated process, to include court rulings ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 7 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72068718R10002 ISSUANCE DATE: June 5, 2018 CLOSING DATE/TIME: July 2, 2018 Project Management Assistant, FSN-09 USAID/Madagascar …
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USAID 302-3 Application Form (DOC 198K) Dear Prospective Offerors: The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development Mission to Madagascar (USAID/Madagascar), is seeking offers from qualified persons to provide personal services as a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 5 June, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
The American Embassy is pleased to announce the annual competition for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship program. This one-year, full scholarship program is offered to mid-level professionals who have a proven record of leadership, commitment to public service, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined program of independent study at a leading ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 31 May, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2017 Full Report
English (PDF 185K)
French (PDF 714K)
Malagasy (PDF 641K) Madagascar is a semipresidential democratic republic with a popularly elected president, a bicameral legislature (Senate and National Assembly), prime minister, and cabinet. The current president and National Assembly were elected in 2013, the first national elections after the 2009 ...
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By rakotonoj | 29 May, 2018 | Topics:
Human Rights, News, Reports
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the Coliseum in Antsonjombe and near the downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo. Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on May 26 beginning at 10:00 am. Supporters of the current President will gather at the Coliseum and the opposition groups will gather downtown. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Charge d’Affaires Stuart Wilson paid a courtesy call to the Minister of Defense and Minister of Public Safety today. The United States reiterated the importance of non-violence, presented condolences to the families of those who lost their lives during the events of April 21, and supported the statement by the security forces who underscore respect for ...
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By ravelosonhj | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Antananarivo and regional cities throughout Madagascar Event: Opposition politicians continue public meetings downtown every day starting at 10 a.m. and dispersing typically around 6:00 in the evening. All protests that have taken place to date have gathered in the area of May 13th Square in downtown Antananarivo. Recent gatherings have drawn large crowds and shown the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 11 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking offers from qualified U.S. citizen, Green Card holder, and Third Country Nationals who can speak English, write and edit at a native level, already residing in Madagascar, to provide personal services as a Senior Operations Specialist under a Personal Service ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 8 May, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
The U.S. Embassy Antananarivo will hold a public (sealed bid) auction of used items, including vehicles, IT equipment, office equipment, household goods and furniture, and other miscellaneous items, at the Embassy parking lot in Andranoro Antehiroka in accordance with the following schedule: Saturday, May 12, 2018 (08:30 to 14:00): Individuals interested in participating in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 2 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
We are saddened to learn that more than 10,000 radiated tortoises were the object of illegal wildlife trafficking last week in Toliara, and that there continue to be significant, on-going challenges in the case, including theft of some of the recovered tortoises and the discovery that many have been slaughtered for meat.
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 30 April, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo. Event: Opposition politicians have said that they will continue public meetings downtown every day starting at 10 a.m. for the foreseeable future. Recent gatherings have drawn large crowds and shown the potential for tensions to escalate. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to use caution if going ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 25 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Location: Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo. Event: A large gathering is reportedly planned in downtown Antananarivo today and, as we have seen in the recent past, there is the potential for tensions to escalate. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid the area at this time. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 24 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Location: Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo Event: A large demonstration is reportedly planned in downtown Antananarivo today and, as we have seen in the recent past, there is the potential for tensions to escalate. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid the area at this time. Actions to Take: Avoid ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 23 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Large Gathering Alert – U. S. Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar (April 21, 2018) Location: Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo Event: Following four deaths during today’s events, a public wake will be held for the victims at City Hall starting at 10:00 am tomorrow. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid the ...
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By ravelosonhj | 21 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Location: Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo Event: An estimated 10,000 demonstrators are reportedly gathered in downtown Antananarivo and the situation remains tense. U.S. citizens are strongly advised to avoid the area at this time. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstrations in Analakely and the surrounding areas in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 21 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, downtown and surrounding neighborhoods of City Hall in Analakely, Antananarivo Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on the morning of April 21. The opposition groups led by the members of parliament from the opposition parties intend to protest against the election law. Recent protests were ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 20 April, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
“In recognition of his merits and achievements” during his tenure in Madagascar, Ambassador Robert T. Yamate has been awarded by the Malagasy Minister of Foreign Affairs Henri Rabary-Njaka the distinction “Commandeur de l’Ordre National Malagasy” during an official ceremony today. Ambassador Yamate has received it “on behalf of his colleagues” from the U.S. Mission to Madagascar. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 30 March, 2018 | Topics:
News, Speeches
U.S. Ambassador Robert T. Yamate discussed with the President of The Republic of Madagascar about what the U.S. and Madagascar have achieved during his three year tenure here. He paid a farewell visit to President Rajaonarimampianina today at Iavoloha Palace. Among other topics, they have noted the work done together to restore AGOA, the President’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 23 March, 2018 | Topics:
News
2019-2020 FULBRIGHT FOREIGN STUDENT PROGRAM The American Embassy is pleased to offer an award for full-time study towards a degree at an academic institution in the United States for 2019-2020. Fulbright funding is limited to TWO years. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is designed primarily to strengthen African universities and other institutions through higher-degree training. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 8 February, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, News
The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review your personal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 8 December, 2017 | Topics:
News, Security & Emergency Messages
2018 Madagascar Elections Ambassador Yamate Remarks for the Announcement of $1.2 Million Grant to the UNDP Donors Program for the 2018 Madagascar Elections National Independent Election Commission (CENI) Headquarters Thursday, December 7, 2017, 2:00 pm CENI President Mr. Hery Rakotomanana, United Nations Representative Violet Kakyomya, Honored guests, Ladies and gentlemen. 2018 will be an important ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
2018 Election United States Government Contributes $1.2 Million to Strengthen 2018 Elections Preparedness Contribution will support CENI and civic engagement in elections process ANTANANARIVO — The United States government today announced $1.2 million to help Madagascar conduct free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections in 2018. The money is a grant to the United Nations Development ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
U.S. ANNOUNCES $2 MILLION IN ADDITIONAL PLAGUE RESPONSE The total U.S. contribution to plague response in Madagascar is now $3.5 million ANTANANARIVO — U.S. Ambassador Robert T. Yamate today announced an additional $2 million from the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Emergency Reserve Fund to help the people of Madagascar respond to this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Donation of Project C.U.R.E. Medical equipment to the Centre Hospitalier de Soavinandriana and the Direction Centrale de Service de Sante Militaire November 27, 2017 I am honored to be here today to celebrate this partnership that will help advance Madagascar’s health and security sector. Today’s event demonstrates the strong security cooperation between the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 27 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
Update on Plague Outbreak in Madagascar This is an update on the 2017 plague outbreak in Madagascar. Plague outbreaks occur annually in Madagascar. This year there have been confirmed cases and deaths of both bubonic and pulmonary (also known as pneumonic) plague in urban areas, including Antananarivo and Toamasina. U.S. citizens are informed that health ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Government provides a total of USD 1.5 million of assistance to tackle plague ANTANANARIVO – U.S. Ambassador Robert T. Yamate and USAID Mission Director Michele Godette announced the award of an additional emergency assistance of one million dollars to support the Government of Madagascar’s efforts to manage the plague outbreak. While the epidemic seems ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 6 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Fluidic/Henri Fraise Solar Power Plant Inauguration and Launch of 100 Villages Project Antananarivo/Madagascar – United States Ambassador Robert T. Yamate joined President Hery Rajaonarimampianina, local and national leaders, and a representative from Henri Fraise today to inaugurate the Fluidic/Henri Fraise solar power plant of the pilot site in Belobaka, Bongolava Region, a project that will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 30 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Antananarivo alerts U.S. citizens to a plague outbreak which occurs each year in Madagascar. To date, there have been confirmed cases and deaths of both bubonic and pulmonary (also known as pneumonic) plague in urban areas, including Antananarivo and Toamasina. Bubonic plague is a bacterial disease that is initially spread by bites from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 4 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Security & Emergency Messages
Ceremonial Signing of Fluidic-Henri Fraise-USTDA Agreement September 14, 2017, Ministry of Water, Energy, and Hydrocarbons His Excellency the Minister of Water, Energy, and Hydrocarbons; The Vice President of Henri Fraise Fils & Cie; The Regional Vice President of Fluidic Energy; Honored guests and members of government; Ladies and Gentlemen. On behalf of the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 14 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
DCM’s Remarks at RENPOWER Madagascar Renewable Energy Power Infrastructure & Energy Efficiency Investors Conference Wednesday, September 13, 11:00 AM Carlton Hotel Thank you for the invitation to speak at this important and very interesting event. It’s great to be with everyone this morning. Although I’ve just arrived in Madagascar, it’s already clear to me how ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 14 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
Ambassador Robert T. YAMATE closing remarks Good afternoon. His Excellency the Minister of National Defense, The Honorable Chief of the General Army Staff, The Honorable Deputy Commander of the National Gendarmerie, Commander Gibson and Mr. Roarke, instructors of the International Professional Advanced Leadership course, Participants of the Int’l Professional Advanced Leadership course, Honored guests, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 12 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
CODEL Reception : Salutations I am so very happy to welcome you here tonight, to honor an extraordinary visit to Madagascar. Embassy Antananarivo is honored to welcome to Madagascar six distinguished members of the United States House of Representatives, and their spouses and family members, their legislative staff, and military staff supporting their travel. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 17 August, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
United States Congressional Delegation Visit Underscores Commitment to Madagascar Antananarivo – A delegation of six members of the United States House of Representatives, led by Chairman of the Judiciary Committee Robert Goodlatte, will be in Madagascar for the next two days. The delegation will attend the inauguration of the Symbion Power Plant Mandroseza along with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 15 August, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Speech of Ambassador Robert T. Yamate July 4th Celebration CMR Ambaranjana, Antananarivo June 30, 2017 Thank you everyone for joining us today, to help us celebrate the 241st anniversary of American Independence, and the 150th anniversary of the establishment of American-Malagasy relations. In 1866, one hundred and fifty years ago, President Andrew Johnson sent the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 30 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
“Dear Mr. President, On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I want to congratulate you and all citizens of Madagascar on the fifty seventh anniversary of your country’s independence on June 26th. The United States remains committed to working closely with the people of Madagascar to fight international terrorism, enhance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 27 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, President Donald Trump, U.S. & Madagascar & Comoros
Opening Remarks by Ambassador Robert T YAMATE June 15, 2017 – American Center Madame Foreign Minister, President of the CENI, President of the HOPE Association, Excellencies, Honorable guests, Ladies and gentlemen, It was almost a year ago that I congratulated members of the 12th cohort for successfully completing their year of seminars at the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 15 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
Reform of English Teaching Curriculum for Secondary School Completed With the U.S. Embassy Support ANTANANARIVO, MAY 12 – U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephen Anderson and Minister of Education Paul Rabary spoke today at the closing ceremony for a symposium on revising the National Curriculum for the Teaching of English Language for the 10th, 11th, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 12 May, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News, Press Releases
As part of the 2017 English Language Fellow (ELF) assignments and with the support of the U.S. Embassy, the Ministry of National Education revised the National curriculum for the Teaching of English Language for the 10th, 11th and 12th grades in Madagascar. The revision has been communicated to 50 English teachers representing the 22 regions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 9 May, 2017 | Topics:
Education, English Language Learning, News
A delegation led by Alex Laskaris, the Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement (DCME) from United States Africa Command (U.S. AFRICOM), accompanied by Ambassador Robert T. Yamate, paid a courtesy call to President Rajaonarimampianina at Iavoloha Palace today. The visit was part of the U.S. AFRICOM tour in the Indian Ocean region. The delegation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 9 May, 2017 | Topics:
Africa, News, Press Releases
Two Malagasy Students to Study in U.S. Military Academies U.S. Ambassador Robert Yamate, Malagasy Army Chief of Defense General Lantoarinjaka Razafindrakoto, and the Vice Admiral Jean Marie Lucien Rakotoarisoa ,Chief of Staff of the Malagasy Ministry of Defense presented today at the U.S. Embassy Andranomena the two Malagasy students selected to join the ranks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 3 May, 2017 | Topics:
News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.
Kenny Wesley Band Reinforces Ties Through Music Kenny Wesley and his band, named Soulful Nerd, helped celebrate the 150th anniversary of U.S.-Madagascar bilateral relations and the international Jazz day. Soulful Nerd featured at the official “America Week: 150 Years of Partnership” launch ceremony to spread American culture through soul music. Kenny and his band ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 2 May, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, News
The United States and Madagascar celebrate 150 years of friendship U.S. Ambassador Robert T. Yamate, accompanied by a representative of the Malagasy Government launched “America Week” at City Hall Analakely on April 25, 2017. This is part of the American Embassy’s celebration 150th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Madagascar and the United States. In his ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 25 April, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Madagascar & Comoros
2018-2019 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program The American Embassy is pleased to announce the annual competition for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship program. This one-year, full scholarship program is offered to mid-level professionals who have a proven record of leadership, commitment to public service, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2016 Full Report
English (PDF 194K)
French (PDF 556K)
Malagasy Secretary’s Preface Promoting human rights and democratic governance is a core element of U.S. foreign policy. These values form an essential foundation of stable, secure, and functioning societies. Standing up for human rights and democracy is not just a moral imperative ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 15 March, 2017 | Topics:
Human Rights, News, Reports
United States Gives 38’ Metal Shark Boat to Malagasy Navy NOSY BE – Ambassador Robert Yamate and President Rajaonarimampianina attended today in Nosy Be the commissioning of the Metal Shark Defiant Response Boat. The donation of this new vessel is a response to a request submitted by the Malagasy government in 2014. Minister of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 24 February, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
PAS Small Grant Program U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY ANTANANARIVO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM The U.S. Embassy Antananarivo Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 8 February, 2017 | Topics:
Contracting Opportunities, News
01/30/2017 : U.S. government provides another $2.7 million for drought relief; calls for a formal emergency declaration New funding brings the total U.S. government contribution to over $39 million for emergency food relief to southern Madagascar Antananarivo – As the emergency in the south of Madagascar continues into the lean season between harvests, the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 1 February, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Speeches
U.S. Ambassador Robert Yamate Remarks – Interfaith Dialogue American Center Tanjombato, January 18, 2017 I am so happy to be able to join you today for this important event. I would like to thank all of those who worked on bringing this event together, which was a direct result of the work our Embassy and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 20 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Reports, Speeches
11/03/2016 : Official opening in Antananarivo of the Textile and Apparel Fair “Origin Africa”, Antananarivo – Assistant United States Trade Representative for Africa Florie Liser attended the official opening in Antananarivo of the Textile and Apparel Fair “Origin Africa”, chaired by President Rajaonarimampianina this morning. Noting her presence, the President said in his remarks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 29 November, 2016 | Topics:
Business, Events, News, Press Releases
11/09/2016 : Ambassador Yamate Election Results Press Conference Wednesday, November 9, 2016, 13:00MPR, U.S. Embassy Thank you all for coming today to cover this momentous occasion – the results of the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election. Since our country’s founding, the electorate in the United States has progressed from one where only a small portion of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 10 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Two Malagasy Business Leaders attend U.S.-Africa Business Forum ANTANANARIVO — Two prepresentatives of Madagascar’s Business Community are attending the U.S.-Africa Business Forum in New York today. Zouzar Bouka, the CEO of Vision Madagascar (ViMa) and Marcellin Andrianarivelo-Razafy, the Business Development Manager for Henri Fraise Fils & Cie are among the hundreds of attendees participating ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 22 September, 2016 | Topics:
Commercial Affairs, News
New venue to empower Malagasy youth leadership, civic engagement and democracy ANTANANARIVO, MADAGASCAR—On September 15, the Minister of Culture, Promotion of Handicraft, and Safeguard of Patrimony Jean Jacques Rabenirina joined U.S. Ambassador Robert Yamate to cut the ribbon marking the opening of the Youth Civic Center (Y.C.C.), or “Ivotoerana Fikoloana Tanora ho Mendrika,” located in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 19 September, 2016 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Welcome Remarks by Ambassador Robert Yamate Africa Endeavor Dinner Minister of Defense Distinguished government and military members from more than 40 countries and international organizations, Ladies and gentlemen, I wanted to take this opportunity to personally welcome you to Madagascar and to the Africa Endeavor Senior Leader Communications Symposium. I am sure you will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 25 August, 2016 | Topics:
Events, News, Speeches
ANTANANARIVO – The Armed Forces of Madagascar, in partnership with the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), is hosting representatives from 40 African nations and several regional and international organizations for the Africa Endeavor 2016 Leader Symposium in Antananarivo August 22 to 26. The President of Madagascar Hery Rajaonarimampianina and the U.S. Africa Deputy to the Commander ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 23 August, 2016 | Topics:
Africa, News, Press Releases
The Honorable Prime Minister of the Republic of Madagascar, The Honorable President of the Senate, The Honorable President of the National Assembly, The Honorable President of the High Constitutional Court, The Honorable Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, The Honorable Ministers of the Government of Madagascar, Representatives of the Government and Institutions of Madagascar, Representatives of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Antananarivo | 1 July, 2016 | Topics:
News, Speeches
