Embassy News
- Translation:
- Bahasa Indonesia
-
Ambassador Marciel cuts the ribbon on the first @america kiosk (01/27/12)
On Thursday, January 26, U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel joined Ibu Dewi Hughes and representatives from Freeport to cut the ribbon on the first @america kiosk, which is located in Plaza Semanggi Mall, Jakarta. Photo Gallery »
-
Ambassador Marciel visited Surabaya, Madura, and Jombang, where he paid his respects at Gus Dur’s grave (01/26/12)
U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel visited East Java January 24-25 as part of a two-day trip to Surabaya, Madura, and Jombang. While in Jombang, the Ambassador met with students at Pesantren Tebuireng Jombang, paid respects at Gus Dur’s grave. Photo Gallery »
-
Embassy celebrates @america’s birthday with Elmo and characters from "Jalan Sesama" (01/24/12)
On January 21-22, Elmo and characters from "Jalan Sesama," the Indonesian version of Sesame Street, helped celebrate high-tech cultural center @america's first anniversary. The characters appeared in puppet shows, special walk-arounds, and took pictures with @america guests Photo Gallery »
-
Ambassador Marciel briefs American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore on investment opportunities in Indonesia (01/20/12)
During his January 19-20 visit to Singapore, Ambassador Marciel took the opportunity to speak on U.S. engagement in Asia and investment prospects in Indonesia. Photo Gallery »
-
U.S. Embassy Jakarta wins Gold Standard Award for Diplomatic Engagement from Public Affairs Asia (01/20/12)
U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel accepted the Public Affairs Asia Gold Standard Award for Diplomatic Engagement on January 19 in Singapore on behalf of U.S. Embassy Jakarta.
-
Embassy kicks off month-long @america anniversary celebration with Coordinator Dawn McCall and CNN Hero Robin Lim (01/19/12)
On January 14, U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel, State Department Coordinator for International Information Programs Dawn McCall, 2011 CNN Hero Robin Lim, and Indonesian and American friends kicked off a month-long celebration for @america’s one-year anniversary. Photo Gallery »
-
Former U.S. Senator Kit Bond leads trade mission from St. Louis, Missouri to Indonesia (01/18/12)
Former Senator Kit Bond, who served four terms in the U.S. Senate, traveled to Indonesian to promote business, academic, and cultural relations between the Republic of Indonesia and St. Louis, Missouri. Photo Gallery »
-
First and Second Families commemorate MLK’s birthday with a national day of service (01/17/12)
Today, President Obama, the First Lady, and Malia Obama volunteered at a local elementary school as part of a national day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King, who devoted his life to helping others, once said that “everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”
-
Ambassador Marciel hosts reception for young Indonesian leaders going to America (01/13/12)
On Thursday, January 12, Ambassador Marciel hosted a reception in honor of 14 Indonesian university students who have been invited to join the 2012 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Religious Pluralism. Photo Gallery »
-
U.S. State and Defense Department officials condemn video of U.S. service members (01/13/12)
U.S. officials take quick action to condemn and investigate a video depicting U.S. Marines desecrating the bodies of dead insurgents in Afghanistan, promising to hold accountable those responsible.
-
Senior Advisor for Innovation Alec Ross holds webchat on 21st Century Statecraft (01/11/12)
Senior Advisor Ross: "I work with our diplomats, from our youngest 20-something-year-old diplomats to our ambassadors, to understand how technology and social media can be applied to solve long-standing foreign policy challenges."
-
Ambassador and leading entrepreneurs welcome new Executive Director of GEPI (01/11/12)
U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel and more than 100 Indonesian entrepreneurs and business leaders welcomed Mark Wang, new Executive Director for the Global Entrepreneurship Program Indonesia (GEPI). Photo Gallery »
-
Ambassador hosts dinner for former Secretary of Defense William Cohen (01/10/12)
On January 9, Ambassador Marciel hosted a dinner in honor of former Secretary of Defense William Cohen. Guests included leaders from government, the media, civil society, and academia. Photo Gallery »
-
Ambassador meets with National Innovation Council and Science and Technology Study Delegations (01/05/12)
U.S. Ambassador Scot Marciel met with members of Indonesia’s National Innovation Council (KIN) and Government of Indonesia science and technology officials after the two groups’ recent visits to America. Photo Gallery »
-
Students from University Gadja Mada won a trip to four cities in America as part of the Indonesia Entrepreneurship Challenge (01/04/12)
In cooperation with the Institute of Technology Bandung and the Asgar Muda Foundation, U.S. Embassy Jakarta sponsored the Indonesia Entrepreneurship Challenge 2011, which was a nationwide business plan competition. As part of the grand prize “startup kit” from the Embassy, winning team “Capung” traveled to California, Colorado, Indiana, and Georgia to meet with U.S. entrepreneurs. Photo Gallery »
-
U.S. Embassy Marines deliver “Toys for Tots”(12/30/11)
On December 2011, the U.S. Embassy Marine Security Guards travelled to a local hospital in West Jakarta to give Christmas presents to 80 Indonesian children. Photo Gallery »
-
From the big durian to the big apple – the New York Marathon 2011 (12/29/11)
On Dec 17, 2011, Ambassador Scot Marciel gave an opening remarks at @america about The “New York City Marathon: From the Big Durian to the Big Apple.” In November, 22 Indonesian runners participated in the New York City Marathon 2011 and came together to share their experiences as well as their motivation to run. Photo Gallery »
-
Herbie Hancock and the role of music in building disaster awareness (12/27/11)
A Jazz legend and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, Herbie Hancock together with LIPI and UNESCO held a talk show at @america about the role of music in building a culture disaster awareness in Indonesia. Photo Gallery »
-
Saving the Indonesian Orangutans: A Discussion at @america (12/22/11)
On December 20, 2011, @america welcomed participants from the NGO and environmental activist community for a candid discussion about the growing threat to orangutans in Indonesia. Photo Gallery »
-
United Dance Works inspires the @america crowd (12/20/11)
On December 17, 2011, United Dance Works electrified the @america audience. The Ultimate Dance Challenge showcased video performances from American Pop Stars and America dance choreography.
-
Statement By Secretary Clinton: The Passing Of National Defense Commission Chairman Kim Jong Il
"With the passing of National Defense Commission Chairman Kim Jong Il, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is now in a period of national mourning."
-
U.S. Embassy hosts Marine Sustainability event to promote environmentally-sustainable economic growth (12/19/11)
On December 14, 2011, U.S. Embassy hosted a Marine Sustainability event and screened a special documentary on the growing threat to Indonesia's marine environment. Photo Gallery »
-
Secretary of the Navy Mabus visits Indonesia, meets with Indonesian counterparts (12/16/11)
On December 14-15, U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus visited Indonesia. While in country, Secretary Mabus met with TNI Chief Admiral Agus Suhartono and Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Soeparno and discussed naval and marine cooperation, particularly in support of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. Photo Gallery »
-
Commerce Department Under Secretary for International Trade Sanchez spoke about improving the business climate and business regulation in Indonesia (12/14/11)
On December 12, Commerce Department Under Secretary for International Trade Francisco Sanchez addressed U.S., Indonesian, World Bank and other participants at the “Ease of Doing Business” Symposium in Bali.
-
U.S. franchise mission visits Indonesia to partner with local entrepreneurs (12/113/11)
On December 12, U.S. restaurant franchise Johnny Rockets concluded an agreement with the Sahid Group to bring the restaurant to Indonesia, starting with the first location in Bali. Photo Gallery »