U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 25, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 25, 2021, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 11, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in observance of Veterans Day.
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Weather Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (12 October 2021)
Locations: ; Hong Kong and Macau; Events: The Hong Kong Observatory is expected to issue Storm Signal 8 before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Expect heavy rains and strong winds with possible flooding, landslides, power outages, and difficult travel conditions throughout Hong Kong and Macau.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on October 11, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, October 11, 2021, in observance of Columbus Day.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on September 6, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021, in observance of the U.S. Labor Day holiday.
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Memorandum on the Deferred Enforced Departure for Certain Hong Kong Residents
August 5, 2021 – The United States supports the human rights and fundamental freedoms of the residents of Hong Kong. Recognizing the significant erosion of those rights and freedoms in Hong Kong by the People’s Republic of China (PRC), I am directing the deferral of removal of certain Hong Kong residents who are present in …
Read More» Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on Deferred Enforcement Departure for Certain Residents of Hong Kong
August 5, 2021 – Today President Biden issued a memorandum directing the Department of Homeland Security to take appropriate measures to defer for 18 months the removal for Hong Kong residents presently in the United States.
Read More» Safe Haven for Hong Kongers
Press Statement – Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State, August 5, 2021
Read More» Department Press Briefing – August 5, 2021 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Ned Price, Department Spokesperson, August 5, 2021
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Notice of Consulate Opening
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices are reopening on Friday, July 9, 2021.
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Notice of Consulate Closure
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Thursday, July 8, 2021, pending further information from medical professionals.
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (July 7, 2021)
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Thursday, July 8, 2021, pending further information from medical professionals. All scheduled services for U.S. citizens and visa applications are cancelled on Thursday, July 8.
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Notice of Consulate Closure
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 while we await more information from medical professionals about the preliminary COVID-19 case.
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (July 6, 2021)
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 while we await more information from medical professionals about the preliminary COVID-19 case.
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (July 5, 2021)
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau has been informed that one Consulate General employee tested preliminarily positive for COVID-19. The employee in question does not work in an office that interacts with the public.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on July 5, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021, in observance of U.S. Independence Day.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General closed on June 18, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau is closed today in observance of our newest federal holiday, Juneteenth, signed into law by President Biden yesterday.
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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (11 June 2021)
Location: Causeway Bay, Mong Kok, Yuen Long, Kwun Tong, Central Government Offices, Wan Chai, Admiralty, Sha Tin, Various other locations throughout Hong Kong ; Events: On Saturday, June 12 media report the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) plans to deploy thousands of officers to prevent unlawful gatherings following the city-wide ban on unauthorized assemblies related …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (4 June 2021)
Location: Victoria Park, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, Kwun Tong Promenade, Sha Tin Shing Mun River, Mongkok, Sha Tin Town Hall & vicinity, Causeway Bay/Wan Chai area, Yuen Long, Various locations throughout Hong Kong ; Events: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau advises U.S. citizens to avoid Victoria Park on June 4, 2021 …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (2 June 2021)
Location: Victoria Park ; Events: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau has advised its employees and all American citizens in Hong Kong to avoid Victoria Park on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to midnight, and to exercise caution when approaching large gatherings or demonstrations anywhere in the city.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on May 31, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021, in observance of Memorial Day.
Read More» Consulate General to Remain Closed Until March 22
To date, no additional Consulate General employees have tested positive for COVID-19. The Consulate General currently plans to reopen for public services on Monday, March 22, following the disinfection and deep cleaning of our facilities and pending confirmation that there are no additional COVID cases among our staff.
Read More» Consulate General Closed Following Positive COVID-19 Cases
We have been informed that two Consulate General employees have tested positive for COVID-19. Due to privacy concerns, we are not able to share additional information. We can confirm that the employees in question do not work in offices that interact with the public.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on February 15, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2021, in observance of President’s Day.
Read More» Designating PRC and Hong Kong Officials after Widespread Pro-Democracy Arrests in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, January 15, 2021
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on January 18, 2021
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
Read More» Statement from National Security Advisor Robert C. O’Brien
January 11, 2021 – In May 2020, the Trump Administration foresaw and declared the death of Hong Kong’s free and open society at the hands of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Read More» Joint Statement on Hong Kong
Media Note – Office of the Spokesperson, January 9, 2021
Read More» On the Mass Arrests of Democracy Advocates in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, January 6, 2021
Read More» On the Fate of the “Hong Kong 12”
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, December 31, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on December 24-25, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed from December 24-25, 2020, in observance of Christmas Day.
Read More» Designations of National People’s Congress Officials Undermining the Autonomy of Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, December 7, 2020
Read More» On the Political Persecution of Hong Kong Democracy Advocates
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, December 3, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 26, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2020 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Read More» Joint Statement on Hong Kong
Media Note – Office of the Spokesperson, November 18, 2020
Read More» Disqualification of Pan-Democratic Lawmakers in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, November 12, 2020
Read More» Statement from National Security Advisor Robert C. O’Brien
November 11, 2020 – Beijing’s recent actions disqualifying pro-democracy legislators from Hong Kong’s Legislative Council leave no doubt that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has flagrantly violated its international commitments under the Sino-British Joint Declaration and its promises to the people of Hong Kong, including those under the Basic Law.
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador Atul Keshap, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Ambassador Keshap Discusses the Indo-Pacific Strategy and U.S. Priorities for the East Asia Summit at the CSIS Asian Architecture Conference 2020 (November 10, 2020)
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; November 10, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 11, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, in observance of Veterans Day.
Read More» Designations of Four PRC and HK Officials Threatening the Peace, Security, and Autonomy of HK
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, November 9, 2020
Read More» Arrest of Eight Pan-Democratic Politicians in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, November 2, 2020
Read More» Covert, Coercive, and Corrupting: Countering the Chinese Communist Party’s Malign Influence in Free Societies
Remarks – David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Hoover Institution, Stanford University, Asia Society; Virtual; October 30, 2020
Read More» Arrest and Detention of Student Democracy Activists in Hong Kong Under the National Security Law
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, October 29, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (23 October 2020)
Resumption of Notarial Services at U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau
Read More» Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State (October 19, 2020)
The United States Imposes Sanctions on Chinese and Hong Kong Persons for Activities Related to Supporting the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines
Read More» Release of the Hong Kong Autonomy Act Report
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, October 14, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on October 12, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2020, in observance of Columbus Day.
Read More» On the Arrests of Hong Kong Protestors
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, October 3, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By (29 September 2020)
Absentee Voting Week is September 27-October 4 – Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week!
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (24 September 2020)
Absentee Voting Week is September 27-October 4 – Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week!
Read More» The FY 2020 Budget Request for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs
Testimony – David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary,Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; the House Foreign Affairs Committee: Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, and Nonproliferation; Washington, DC; September 18, 2019
Read More» Advancing U.S. Engagement and Countering China in the Indo-Pacific and Beyond
Testimony – David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Washington, DC; September 17, 2020
Read More» Secretary Pompeo and UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Ben Franklin Room; Washington, D.C.; September 16, 2020
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Travel Advisory Update for Hong Kong – Level 3 (15 September 2020)
The Travel Advisory for Hong Kong has been updated to reflect health and security conditions on the ground. The Travel Advisory is now at Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to COVID-19 and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. We assess that the risks to U.S. citizens regarding arbitrary enforcement of laws are now the same as in the …
Read More» The United States Expresses Concern Over Hong Kong Democracy Activists Held in Guangdong Province
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, September 11, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on September 7, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020, in observance of the U.S. Labor Day holiday.
Read More» Advancing Reciprocity in U.S.- China Diplomatic Relations
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, September 2, 2020
Read More» Suspension or Termination of Three Bilateral Agreements with Hong Kong
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, August 19, 2020
Read More» Statement by National Security Advisor Robert C. O’Brien
August 10, 2020 – We are deeply troubled by the arrest of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong businessman, publisher, and prominent pro-democracy advocate.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo With Sean Spicer of Newsmax TV’s Spicer & Co (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Washington, D.C.; August 10, 2020
Read More» Joint Statement on the Erosion of Rights in Hong Kong
Media Note – Office of the Spokesperson, August 9, 2020
Read More» The United States Designates Individuals in Hong Kong for Curtailing Promised Freedoms
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, August 7, 2020
Read More» Treasury Sanctions Individuals for Undermining Hong Kong’s Autonomy
August 7, 2020 – WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of the Treasury imposed sanctions on 11 individuals for undermining Hong Kong’s autonomy and restricting the freedom of expression or assembly of the citizens of Hong Kong.
Read More» On the Chinese Communist Party’s Extra-Territorial Authoritarianism
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, August 4, 2020
Read More» Secretary Pompeo with Maria Bartiromo of Fox News Sunday Morning Futures (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Washington, D.C.; August 2, 2020
Read More» On the Postponement of Hong Kong’s Legislative Council Elections
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, August 1, 2020
Read More» Press Briefing by Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany (Hong Kong Excerpts)
White House Press Briefing, James S. Brady Press Briefing Room, July 31, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability with Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne, and Australian Defence Minister Linda Reynolds; July 28, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (28 July 2020)
Location: Hong Kong; Events: From July 29, the Hong Kong government will require the wearing of masks in all indoor and outdoor public places, public transport facilities, and bus interchanges and adjoining facilities. …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo and British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab at a Press Availability
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Lancaster House; London, United Kingdom; July 21, 2020 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; July 15, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo with Bob Cusack, Editor-in-Chief of the Hill (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Washington, D.C.; July 15, 2020
Read More» Remarks to the Economic Club of New York (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remark – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Washington, D.C.; July 15, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo with Simon Conway of the Simon Conway Show (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Via Teleconference; July 15, 2020
Read More» The President’s Executive Order on Hong Kong Normalization
July 14, 2020 – By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992 (Public Law 102-393), the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-76), the Hong Kong Autonomy Act of …
Read More» Statement by the President
July 14, 2020 – Today, I have signed into law H.R. 7440, the “Hong Kong Autonomy Act” (the “Act”).
Read More» On the Pan-Democratic Primary Election in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, July 14, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (10 July 2020)
Location: Macau; Event: The Macau government announced that it will end a special ferry service between the Taipa Ferry Terminal and Hong Kong International Airport on July 16. …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; July 8, 2020
Read More» On the CCP’s Orwellian Censorship on Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, July 6, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; July 1, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on July 3, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of U.S. Independence Day.
Read More» On Beijing’s Imposition of National Security Legislation on Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, June 30, 2020
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (30 June 2020)
Locations: Wan Chai; Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls ….
Read More» U.S. Government Ending Controlled Defense Exports to Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, June 29, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (29 June 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Fourth of July Voting Message – Make sure you’re registered to vote in November!
Read More» Press Statement, June 26, 2020
U.S. Department of State Imposes Visa Restrictions on Chinese Communist Party Officials for Undermining Hong Kong’s High Degree of Autonomy and Restricting Human Rights
Read More» Europe and the China Challenge
Speech – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Virtual Copenhagen Democracy Summit, Copenhagen Democracy Summit, June 19, 2020
Read More» G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Hong Kong
Media Note – Office of the Spokesperson, June 17, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (15 June 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Status of Overseas Passport Operations
Read More» A Message from Consul General Smith
Later today, in Houston, the body of George Floyd will be laid to rest.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (8 June 2020)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Tamar Park, Central; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls
Read More» On the Chinese Communist Party’s Obscene Propaganda
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, June 6, 2020
Read More» Statement from Press Secretary Commemorating the 31st Anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre
June 4, 2020 – The American people reflect on the courage and optimism of the hundreds of thousands of Chinese citizens who gathered peacefully 31 years ago in Beijing and throughout China to protest widespread official corruption and demand a greater say in the governance of their country.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo with Maria Bartiromo of Fox News Sunday Morning Futures
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, May 31, 2020
Read More» Joint Statement on Hong Kong
Media Note – Office of the Spokesperson, May 28, 2020
Read More» Briefing with A/S Stilwell on Hong Kong National Security Legislation
Briefing With Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell on PRC National People’s Congress Proposal on Hong Kong National Security Legislation, May 27, 2020
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Call with UK Foreign Secretary Raab
Readout – Office of the Spokesperson, May 27, 2020
Read More» PRC National People’s Congress Proposal on Hong Kong National Security Legislation
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, May 27, 2020
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (26 May 2020)
Locations Legislative Council Complex and surrounding areas;Hong Kong Island;Kowloon;New Territories;Hong Kong Transit Systems;Hong Kong Shopping Malls …
Read More» P.R.C. Proposal To Impose National Security Legislation on Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, May 22, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on May 25, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2020, in observance of Memorial Day.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; May 20 , 2020
Read More» The United States Is Leading the Fight Against COVID-19
Op-ed in Ming Pao by U.S. Consul General Hanscom Smith, May 18, 2020
Read More» American Journalists Based in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, May 17, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; May 6 , 2020
Read More» Remarks by Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger
Remarks by Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger to the Miller Center at the University of Virginia, May 4, 2020
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; April 29, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (27 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urges U.S. citizens to beware of individuals and organizations seeking to exploit the COVID -19 pandemic.
Read More» Presidential Proclamation on Novel Coronavirus (April 22, 2020)
On April 22, President Trump signed a proclamation suspending entry into the United States of certain immigrants who present risk to the U.S. labor market during the economic recovery following the COVID-19 outbreak. The proclamation is effective at 11:59 p.m. EDT on April 23 and expires in 60 days, unless continued by the President.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press at a Press Availability (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks to the Press – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room, Washington, D.C.; April 22, 2020
Read More» Recent Arrests of Pro-Democracy Activists in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, April 18, 2020
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (17 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau Event: The Internal Revenue Service urges U.S. taxpayers to beware of telephone calls and email phishing attempts regarding COVID-19. These can lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft. Taxpayers should also look out for suspicious websites, text messages, and social media messages that request money or personal information. For more information, …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (14 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Status of Overseas Passport Operations
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Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (8 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong; Event: Inbound Travel Restrictions in Hong Kong and Macau
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (7 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Inbound Travel Restrictions in Hong Kong and Macau
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (4 April 2020)
Location: Hong Kong; Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Hong Kong.
Read More» U.S. Support for ASEAN in Fighting COVID-19
Fact Sheet – Office of the Spokesperson, March 31, 2020
Read More» The United States Is Leading the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19
Fact Sheet – Office of the Spokesperson, March 27, 2020
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (28 March 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: New Regulations and Inbound Travel Restrictions in Hong Kong and Macau
Read More» U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, March 26, 2020
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (24 March 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Coronavirus Outbreak in China
Read More» Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (18 March 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Inbound Travel Restrictions in Hong Kong and Macau
Read More» Suspension of Routine Visa Services
Starting from March 19, 2020, the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau will cancel all routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments until further notice. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible. There is no fee to change an appointment and visa application fees are valid for one year. To request …
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Macau Day
Please note that the date and place of the next Macau Day has not yet been set for next month. Please check back periodically; once we have the date and location set, we will have that information posted on our Consulate website. Thanks!
Read More» Novel Coronavirus: Suspension of Entry for Some Non-Resident Aliens
On March 14, President Trump signed a proclamation that restricts travel to the United States from foreign nationals who have recently been in the United Kingdom and Ireland. This does not apply to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Read More» 2019 Human Rights Reports: Hong Kong (Executive Summary)
Hong Kong is a special administrative region (SAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration and the Basic Law of the SAR specify that the SAR enjoys a high degree of autonomy under the “one country, two systems” framework, except in matters of defense and foreign affairs. Throughout the year, …
Read More» 2019 Human Rights Reports: Macau (Executive Summary)
Macau is a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has a high degree of autonomy, except in defense and foreign affairs, according to the Basic Law. In 2017 residents elected 14 representatives to the SAR’s legislative assembly. In accordance with the law, limited franchise functional constituencies elected 12 representatives, …
Read More» Proclamation on the Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting Coronavirus
Updated Presidential Proclamation, February 29, 2020
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on February 17, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020, in observance of President’s Day.
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American Culture Writing Contest 2020
More than 900 people entered the 2020 American Culture Writing Contest! Entries came from around 100 schools from across Hong Kong and Macau. We are very proud to announce the following contest winners: …
Read More» The United States Announces Assistance To Combat the Novel Coronavirus
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, February 7, 2020
Read More» Proclamation on Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Entry of aliens who were present in China, excluding the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, within 14 days prior to their arrival at the port of entry in the United States is suspended, per Presidential Proclamation. If you reside in China, have traveled to China recently, or intend to travel to China …
Read More» Travel Advisory Updates for Hong Kong and Macau – Level 2 (1 February 2020)
Current safety and security information and recommendations are provided in our Travel Advisory for Hong Kong , currently a Level 2 that encourages all American citizens to exercise increased caution due to the novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China, and civil unrest. Current safety and security information and recommendations are provided in our Travel Advisory for Macau , currently a Level 2 that …
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Consulate General Operating with Reduced Staffing Levels January 29-31
At the request of the Hong Kong SAR government and to help reduce the risk of the spread of the novel coronavirus, the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau will operate at reduced staffing levels January 29-31. While the Consulate General will continue to provide scheduled American Citizen Services, all non-immigrant and immigrant visa …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (28 January 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Coronavirus Outbreak in China
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (25 January 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: Coronavirus Outbreak in China
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens – Voting in 2020 U.S. Elections
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (17 January 2020)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on January 20, 2020
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
Read More» Silicon Valley and National Security
Speech – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; San Francisco, California; Commonwealth Club; January 13, 2020
Read More» The Restoration of Deterrence: The Iranian Example (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Speech – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Palo Alto, California; the Hoover Institution at Stanford University; January 13, 2020
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (10 January 2020)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump on Iran
January 8, 2020 – THE PRESIDENT: As long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room; Washington, DC; January 7, 2020
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Security Alert: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (07 January 2020)
Location: Hong Kong and Macau | Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions – There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad…
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (03 January 2020)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (31 December 2019)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on December 24-26, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed from December 24-26, 2019, in observance of Christmas Day.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (20 December 2019)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (13 December 2019)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Tsim Sha Tsui; Salisbury Park; Central; Edinburgh Place …
Read More» International Human Rights Day
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, December 10, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (06 December 2019)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park; Wan Chai; Admiralty; Central; Chater Garden; Edinburgh Place; Tsing Yi Bridge …
Read More» Diplomatic Realism, Restraint, and Respect in Latin America (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Speech – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Louisville, Kentucky; University of Louisville; December 2, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (29 November 2019)
Locations: Hong Kong Island; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Central; Chater Garden; Admiralty; Hong Kong Government Headquarters; Tsim Sha Tsui; Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower …
Read More» Statement from the President on S. 1838 and S. 2710
November 27, 2019 – I signed these bills out of respect for President Xi, China, and the people of Hong Kong.
Read More» Statement by the President
November 27, 2019 – Today, I have signed into law S. 1838, the “Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019” (the “Act”).
Read More» U.S. Ambassador-at-Large John Richmond Visits HK to Discuss Efforts to Combat Trafficking in Persons
U.S. Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons John Cotton Richmond visited Hong Kong from November 13-17 to meet with diverse stakeholders in the Special Administrative Region’s fight against human trafficking.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room; Washington, D.C.; November 26, 2019
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 28, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2019 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (22 November 2019)
On Sunday, November 24, the Hong Kong government has scheduled district council elections, with polling stations expected to be open from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Briefing Room; Washington, D.C.; November 18, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (15 November 2019)
The Department of State has reissued its Travel Advisory for Hong Kong with updates to information on civil unrest. There has been no change to the level of the advisory, which remains at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution.
Read More» Hong Kong Included in new U.S. Government Wildlife Tracking Report
Wildlife trafficking remains a serious transnational crime that threatens security, economic prosperity, the rule of law, long-standing conservation efforts, and human health.
Read More» Situation in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, November 11, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (11 November 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Kowloon; New Territories; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Central; Admiralty; Wan Chai; Causeway Bay; Sai Wan Ho; Tsim Sha Tsui; Jordan; Yau Ma Tei; Mong Kok; Tuen Mun; Kwun Tong; Tsuen Wan; Sha Tin; Tai Po; Tseung Kwan O; Tung …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (8 November 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Admiralty; Tamar Park; Central; Tuen Mun; Kwun Tong; Tsuen Wan; Shatin; Tai Po; Mongkok; Causeway Bay; Tseung Kwan O …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 11, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2019, in observance of Veterans Day.
Read More» 2019 END Wildlife Trafficking Report
Report – Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, November 7, 2019
Read More» A Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Advancing a Shared Vision
Report – Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, November 3, 2019
Read More» The China Challenge
Speech – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; New York City, New York, Hudson Institute’s Herman Kahn Award Gala; October 30, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (31 October 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Tin Hau; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park; Wan Chai; Golden Bauhinia Square; Admiralty; Central; Lan Kwai Fong; Western District; Prince Edward; Kowloon …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (25 October 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; Admiralty; Tamar Park; Central; Chater Garden; Tsim Sha Tsui; Salisbury Garden; Kwun Tong; Kwun Tong Promenade …
Read More» Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Frederic V. Malek Memorial Lecture (Hong Kong Excerpts)
October 24, 2019 – THE VICE PRESIDENT: … And as millions have taken to the streets in peaceful protest, we’ve spoken out on behalf of the people of Hong Kong.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (18 October 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Hong Kong Higher Education Facilities; The University of Hong Kong; Central; Chater Garden; Tsim Sha Tsui; Salisbury Garden; West Kowloon Station; Shatin …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (11 October 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Tai Po; Sha Tin; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park; Central; Edinburgh Square …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on October 14, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2019, in observance of Columbus Day.
Read More» Remarks by President Trump (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks by President Trump at Signing of the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement and U.S.-Japan Digital Trade Agreement, October 7, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (04 October 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Hong Kong Shopping Malls; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park; Kowloon; Prince Edward …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (30 September 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Central; Chater Garden; Edinburgh Place; Admiralty; Tamar Park; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park; Wan Chai; Sham Shui Po; Tsuen Wan; Sha Tin; Tuen Mun; Wong Tai Sin …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (27 September 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Central; Chater Park; Edinburgh Place; Admiralty; Tamar Park; Wan Chai; Causeway Bay; Victoria Park …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump to the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
September 24, 2019 – PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, distinguished delegates, ambassadors, and world leaders: Seven decades of history have passed through this hall, in all of their richness and drama.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (20 September 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; Lennon Walls across Hong Kong; Yuen Long; Tuen Mun; Tsuen Wan …
Read More» Testimony Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Testimony – David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary; Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Washington, DC; September 18, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (6 September 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems; U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (30 August 2019)
Location: Hong Kong; Hong Kong International Airport; Hong Kong Transit Systems …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on September 2, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2019, in observance of the U.S. Labor Day holiday.
Read More» Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on the Story with Martha MacCallum of FOX News
Interview – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Press Room; Washington, D.C.; August 19, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (13 August 2019)
Location: Hong Kong International Airport …
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U.S. Consulate General Launches Wildlife Challenge
To raise awareness around wildlife trafficking, the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau has launched the “Keeping Wildlife in the Wild” open innovation challenge. Partnering with Agorize, World Wildlife Fund, ADM Capital Foundation, GlobeScan, Swire Pacific, WildAid and University of Hong Kong, the challenge invites students and fresh graduates to create innovative solutions to …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (12 August 2019)
Location: Hong Kong International Airport …
Read More» Department Press Briefing – August 8, 2019 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson; Press Room; Washington D.C.; August 8, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (5 August 2019)
Location: Hong Kong Transit Systems, Tuen Mun, Tsuen Wan, Shatin, Admiralty, Mong Kok, Wong Tai Sin, Tai Po …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (2 August 2019)
Location: Hong Kong Island, including but not limited to: Kennedy Town, Sai Wan, Sai Ying Pun, Sheung Wan, Central, Admiralty, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay; Kowloon, including but not limited to: Mong Kok, Tseung Kwan O …
Read More» Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on the U.S. in Asia (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Remarks – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Siam Society; Bangkok, Thailand; August 2, 2019
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (26 July 2019)
Location: Yuen Long, Central, Chater Garden, Western District, Sheung Wan, Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park, Western District, Wan Chai, Admiralty, Central Government Complex of Hong Kong SAR, Tamar Park, Hong Kong International Airport, …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (19 July 2019)
Location: Causeway Bay, Victoria Park, Wan Chai, Admiralty, Central Government Complex of Hong Kong SAR, Tamar Park, Central, Court of Final Appeal …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Hong Kong Businessman and Publisher Jimmy Lai
Readout – Office of the Spokesperson, July 8, 2019
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Remarks by Consul General Tong at U.S. Independence Day Reception in Hong Kong
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt W. Tong at the U.S. Independence Day Reception in Hong Kong, July 2, 2019 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on July 4, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2019, in observance of U.S. Independence Day.
Read More» United States-Hong Kong Relations: Past, Present and Future
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt W. Tong, Asia Society Hong Kong Center, July 2, 2019 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (1 July 2019)
Location: Wan Chai, Golden Bauhinia Square, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Admiralty, Central Government Complex of Hong Kong SAR, Tamar Park, Causeway Bay and Victoria Park…
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Remarks by Consul General Tong at U.S. Independence Day Reception in Macau
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt W. Tong at the U.S. Independence Day Reception in Macau, June 25, 2019 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (21 June 2019)
Location: Admiralty, Central Government Complex of Hong Kong SAR, Tamar Park and Wan Chai…
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Hanscom Smith Announced as U.S. Consul General to Hong Kong and Macau
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau is pleased to announce that Secretary Pompeo has selected Hanscom Smith to be the new Consul General representing the United States to Hong Kong and Macau, succeeding Consul General Kurt W. Tong beginning in July 2019. Mr. Smith is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, …
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State Department Spokesperson Addresses Hong Kong Protests
Department Press Briefing – June 12, 2019 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (12 June 2019)
Location: Admiralty, Central Government Complex of Hong Kong SAR and Tamar Park…
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (11 June 2019)
According to media reports, there may be demonstrations in Hong Kong on Wednesday, June 12.
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Statement from the State Department Spokesperson on Fugitive Offenders Ordinance
June 10, 2019 – The United States expresses its grave concern about the Hong Kong government’s proposed amendments to its Fugitive Offenders Ordinance, which, if passed, would permit Chinese authorities to request the extradition of individuals to mainland China.
Read More» Department Press Briefing – June 10, 2019 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, June 10, 2019
Read More» On the 30th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, June 3, 2019
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on May 27, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019, in observance of Memorial Day.
Read More» U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission Delegation Visits Hong Kong
A delegation from the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission led by Chairwoman Carolyn Bartholomew and Vice Chairwoman Robin Cleveland visited Hong Kong May 18-22. While in Hong Kong, the delegation met with Hong Kong SAR government officials, Legislative Council members, business leaders including the American Chamber of Commerce, as well as members of civil …
Read More» The U.S. Commercial Service Strengthens Partnerships with Leading Hong Kong Industry Associations
The U.S. Commercial Service in Hong Kong recently signed agreements with the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA) and the Fintech Association of Hong Kong to promote commercial linkages between U.S. exporters and Hong Kong companies.
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leader Martin Lee
Readout – Office of the Spokesperson; Washington, DC; May 16, 2019
Read More» Consul General Tong’s Interview on RTHK “The Pulse,” Hosted by Steve Vines
Broadcast on May 4, 2019
Read More» Hong Kong: 2014 Occupy Movement Cases and Fugitive Ordinance Law
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson; Washington, DC; April 25, 2019
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Remarks by Consul General Kurt W. Tong at a Reception aboard the USS BLUE RIDGE
April 22, 2019 – Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. It is an honor to welcome so many distinguished guests from Hong Kong on board the USS Blue Ridge tonight.
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Remarks by Consul General Kurt W. Tong – American Chamber of Commerce in Macau Spring Cocktail
April 17, 2019 – Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Allow me to extend my thanks to all the members of AmCham Macau for inviting me and my team from the Consulate to this excellent event.
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Coast Guard ship visits Hong Kong
News Release – U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area, April 14, 2019
Read More» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting With Uighur Muslims
Press Statement – Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson; Washington, DC; March 27, 2019
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CG Tong’s Remarks at a Reception to Celebrate the AmCham in Hong Kong’s 50th Anniversary
Consul General Kurt Tong’s Remarks at a Reception to Celebrate the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong’s 50th Anniversary, The Rotunda, Exchange Square, March 22, 2019
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2019 Hong Kong Policy Act Report
Report – Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, March 21, 2019
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Local Culinary Students Sample American cheeses with Agricultural Trade Office
Students of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University enjoyed great time at workshops “Discover U.S. Cheese” on March 19, 2019 hosted by the U.S. Dairy Export Council.
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Remarks on Religious Freedom
Remarks – Samuel D. Brownback, Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom; Foreign Correspondents Club; Hong Kong, China; March 8, 2019
Read More» Ambassador Brownback Travels to Hong Kong and Taiwan
Ambassador Brownback will embark on his first-ever trip to Hong Kong and Taiwan as Ambassador at Large March 6-13.
Read More» “Hong Kong’s Role in the Indo-Pacific Economy” – Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt Tong. February 27, 2019
U.S. Consul General Kurt Tong delivered a speech entitled “Hong Kong’s Role in the Indo-Pacific Economy,” to the Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Alumni Association on February 27, 2019 in the American Club.
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Hong Kong’s Role in the Indo-Pacific Economy
Remarks by Consul General Kurt Tong, February 27, 2019 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» Remarks by President Trump in Press Conference | Hanoi, Vietnam
February 28, 2019 – THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you very much. I want to begin by thanking the Prime Minister and President of Vietnam. We’re in Hanoi. It’s an incredible city. What’s happened over the last 25 years has been incredible for the people of Vietnam, the job they’ve done — economic development. Really something …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump at a Social Dinner with Chairman Kim Jong Un of the DPRK
Remarks by President Trump at a Social Dinner with Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea | Hanoi, Vietnam – Issued on: February 27, 2019
Read More» Transcript of Consul General Kurt Tong’s TVB Straight Talk interview with Michael Chugani
February 26, 2019 – Michael Chugani (MC): Hello, I’m Michael Chugani and this is Straight Talk. With me today is the US Consul General, Mr. Kurt Tong. Thank you very much. Now, Mr. Consul General, you were here about a year ago.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on February 18, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2019, in observance of President’s Day.
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Remarks by President Trump in State of the Union Address
February 5, 2019 – THE PRESIDENT: Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — (applause) — and my fellow Americans: We meet tonight at a moment of unlimited potential. As we begin a new Congress, I stand here ready to work with you to achieve historic breakthroughs …
Read More» Presidential Message in Celebration of the Lunar New Year
February 5, 2019 – Melania and I send our greetings to those celebrating the Lunar New Year.
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U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau 2019 Lunar New Year Message
Happy Lunar New Year! The U.S. Consulate General would like to wish everyone in Hong Kong and Macau a healthy and prosperous Year of the Pig. Follow us on Facebook and enjoy our annual Lunar New Year video ! The U.S. Consulate General will be closed February 5-7, 2019. Kung Hei Fat Choi! With warmest regards, U.S. Consulate General …
Read More» Celebrating the Lunar New Year
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State; Washington, DC, February 4, 2019
Read More» Remarks by President Trump in Meeting with Vice Premier Liu He of the People’s Republic of China
January 31, 2019 – THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. It’s a great honor to have the Vice Premier of China with us, and also the Vice Minister of Trade of China. We have had long discussions.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on January 21, 2019
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on December 24-26, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed from December 24-26, 2018, in observance of Christmas Day.
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The Dragon and the Eagle: American Traders in China
The United States was Hong Kong’s second-largest market for goods in 2017, and its second-largest market for services exports in 2016, accounting for 14.2% of Hong Kong’s services exports.
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U.S. Consulate General to Close on December 5, 2018
U.S. Consulate General to close on December 5 in observance of the National Day of Mourning for President George H.W. Bush.
Read More» U.S. and Hong Kong Delegations Discuss Counterproliferation and Export Controls
On December 5-7, senior delegations from the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Commerce met with representatives of several Hong Kong Government agencies to consider recent progress and performance in bilateral cooperation on sanctions enforcement and strategic trade controls. On sanctions enforcement, the U.S. delegation took note of recent steps by Hong Kong …
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Consul General’s Remarks Aboard the USS Ronald Reagan
Remarks by Consul General Kurt W. Tong at a Reception aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (November 23, 2018)
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 22, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 22, 2018 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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Fact Sheet: The U.S. Role in the Hong Kong Economy
The United States was Hong Kong’s second-largest market for goods in 2017, and its second-largest market for services exports in 2016, accounting for 14.2% of Hong Kong’s services exports.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 12, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018, in observance of Veterans Day.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on October 8, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, October 8, 2018, in observance of Columbus Day.
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Remarks by Vice President Pence on the Administration’s Policy Toward China
October 4, 2018 – THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Ken, for that kind introduction. To the Members of the Board of Trustees, to Dr. Michael Pillsbury, to our distinguished guests, and to all of you who, true to your mission in this place, “think about the future in unconventional ways” –- it is an honor …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on September 17, 2018
Due to Typhoon Mangkhut, the U.S. Consulate Hong Kong will be closed all day on Monday, September 17. Please visit the Consulate’s weather alert information page for information about visa or American Citizen Service appointments.
Read More» Weather Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau (14 September 2018)
Local authorities forecast Super Typhoon Mangkhut will impact Hong Kong and Macau beginning on Sunday, September 16. Weather conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly and may include strong winds, heavy rains, and flooding in low-lying areas.
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On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, September 10, 2018
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on September 3, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2018, in observance of the U.S. Labor Day holiday.
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U.S. Congressional Delegation visits Hong Kong
A Congressional delegation led by Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee Jeb Hensarling (R-TX) visited Hong Kong August 28-29. While in Hong Kong, the delegation met with Chief Executive Carrie Lam, Legislative Council members, the Securities and Futures Commission as well as business leaders to discuss financial industry oversight, explore issues related to anti-money …
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U.S. Congressional Delegation Stresses Importance of U.S. Hong Kong Relationship
Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ), Chairman of the Appropriations Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, led a bipartisan delegation to Hong Kong July 3-6. Joined by Congressman Pete Aguilar of California (D-CA), Chairman Frelinghuysen met The Honorable Mrs. Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-Ngor, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, members of the …
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Remarks by Consul General Tong at U.S. Independence Day Reception in Hong Kong
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt W. Tong, U.S. Independence Day Reception, Island Shangri-La Hotel, Hong Kong, July 5, 2018 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on July 4, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, in observance of U.S. Independence Day.
Read More» Remarks by Consul General Tong at U.S. Independence Day Reception in Macau
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Kurt W. Tong, U.S. Independence Day Reception, Clube Militar, Macau, June 29, 2018 (As prepared for delivery)
Read More» Hong Kong’s Growing Determination to Stop Human Trafficking
By Kurt W. Tong, Consul General of the United States of America. This article was printed June 25 in Ming Pao.
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Consul General Meets Central Government Liaison Office
Consul General Kurt Tong presents a “U.S. loves H.K.” baseball to Central Government Liaison Office Director Wang Zhimin at their June 14, 2018 meeting in Hong Kong.
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Consulate General Strengthens Commercial Ties with Hong Kong
On Friday, June 1, the Commercial Service of the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau and the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) jointly hosted a smart city forum with nine leading U.S. technology companies sharing key developments and challenges for smart transport infrastructure, big data, and artificial intelligence. In his remarks at …
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Consul General Praises U.S. Wines at Vinexpo
Over 90 wineries and vintner organizations from the United States are in Hong Kong to exhibit at Vinexpo Hong Kong 2018. California, New York, and Washington are some of the main wine-producing states in the U.S. and each region specializes in different varietals and blends. The United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country and …
Read More» State Department Releases Hong Kong Policy Act Report
The U.S. Department of State has released its latest Hong Kong Policy Act Report, as delivered to Congress. This report is submitted to update Congress on recent developments in Hong Kong, and highlights key issues from September 2017 through April 2018. The report is being publicly released with the consent of Congress. The Department of …
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2018 Hong Kong Policy Act Report
Report – Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, May 29, 2018
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Consulate General Co-Hosts Showcase for U.S. Smart Manufacturing Companies with HKPC
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau was pleased to initiate a new partnership with the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) by co-organizing a Smart Manufacturing Solutions Presentation and Networking Opportunities event on May 25 at the HKPC. As part of this new partnership, the Consulate General looks forward to working with HKPC in …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on May 28, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2018, in observance of Memorial Day.
Read More» Joint Statement of the United States and China Regarding Trade Consultations
May 19, 2018 – At the direction of President Donald J. Trump and President Xi Jinping, on May 17 and 18, 2018, the United States and China engaged in constructive consultations regarding trade in Washington, D.C.
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Consul General Tong Honors 2018-19 Fulbright Program Grantees
This year, eight doctoral candidates and two scholars from Hong Kong universities will receive Fulbright Program awards to support research in the United States from 2018–2019. During a reception at his residence on May 15, U.S. Consul General to Hong Kong and Macau Kurt Tong honored the outgoing 2018-2019 Fulbright Program grantees from Hong Kong.
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Consul General’s Digital Economy Roundtable Series kicks off with discussion of AI
On May 14, Consul General Kurt Tong hosted the first in the Consulate’s Digital Economy Roundtable Series.
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Consulate Sponsors U.S. FinTech Mission to Hong Kong
On May 7, 2018, Consul General Kurt W. Tong hosted a networking reception for U.S. and Hong Kong firms as part of a Fintech delegation the U.S. Commercial Service organized for U.S. companies interested in exploring opportunities in Hong Kong.
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U.S. Consulate celebrates World Press Freedom Day
On May 3, the U.S. Consulate General sponsored a screening of The Post in honor of World Press Freedom Day at the historic Foreign Correspondents Club Hong Kong.
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Consul General Tong highlights Hong Kong’s positive role in U.S-China trade at the FCC
Trade and Investment with China — And Some Implications for the United States and Hong Kong (as prepared) – Consul General Kurt Tong, Foreign Correspondents’ Club, Hong Kong (April 24, 2018)
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Consul General Tong welcomes Cotton USA Sourcing Fair participants to Hong Kong
On April 10, Consul General Kurt W. Tong welcomed U.S. cotton producers, spinners, and ginners from around the world to Hong Kong for the Cotton USA Sourcing Fair 2018.
Read More» Under Section 301 Action, USTR Releases Proposed Tariff List on Chinese Products
WASHINGTON, DC – As part of the U.S. response to China’s unfair trade practices related to the forced transfer of U.S. technology and intellectual property, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) today published a proposed list of products imported from China that could be subject to additional tariffs.
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USS Sterett Sailors Enjoy Cultural Exchange During Hong Kong Visit
Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Cory Barrow, right, from Huntington Beach, Calif., and Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Sergey Kalashnikov, from Las Angeles, both assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104), play games with children from the Cheerland Nursery School Kindergarten during a cultural exchange event on March 29, 2018. Sterett visited Hong …
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USS Sterett Arrives in Hong Kong for Port Visit
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) arrived in Hong Kong for a port visit March 27 after a stretch of operations as part of a deployment in the Indo-Pacific.
Read More» Presidential Memorandum on the Actions by the United States Related to the Section 301 Investigation
SUBJECT: Actions by the United States Related to the Section 301 Investigation of China’s Laws, Policies, Practices, or Actions Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation
Read More» President Donald J. Trump is Standing Up for American Innovation
“Under my Administration, the theft of American prosperity will end. We’re going to defend our industry and create a level playing field for the American worker — finally.” President Donald J. Trump
Read More» Section 301 Fact Sheet
Following a Memorandum from President Trump, on August 18, 2017, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) initiated an investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 into the government of China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation.
Read More» Remarks by President Trump at Signing of a Presidential Memorandum Targeting China’s Economic Aggression
Well, thank you everybody. This has been long in the making. You’ve heard many, many speeches by me and talks by me, and interviews where I talk about unfair trade practices.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General Welcomes Announcement of Hong Kong Government Action Plan to Address TIP
The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong welcomes the Hong Kong Government’s promulgation today of an Action Plan to Tackle Trafficking in Persons and to Enhance Protection of Foreign Domestic Helpers in Hong Kong, as well as the establishment of a Steering Committee to ensure implementation of the Action Plan. In response to the Hong …
Read More» U.S. Treasury Announces North Korean Sanctions Package Targeting 56 Shipping and Trading Companies
February 23, 2018 – The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced the largest North Korea-related sanctions tranche to date, aimed at disrupting North Korean shipping and trading companies and vessels to further isolate the regime and advance the U.S. maximum pressure campaign.
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U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau 2018 Lunar New Year Message
Happy Lunar New Year! The U.S. Consulate General would like to wish everyone in Hong Kong and Macau a healthy and prosperous Year of the Dog. Follow us on Facebook and enjoy our annual Lunar New Year video ! The U.S. Consulate General will be closed February 16-19. Kung Hei Fat Choi! With warmest regards, U.S. Consulate General Hong …
Read More» Susan A. Thornton Statement Before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
February 15, 2018 – Nominee to be Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Acting Assistant Secretary Susan A. Thornton, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Statement Before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Washington, DC
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2018 Jefferson Fellowships
The East-West Center’s 2018 Jefferson Fellowships program for journalists is now accepting applications. The deadline is March 6 – for more details, see: Jefferson Fellowships
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Consulate hosts kickoff for U.S. leg of Ear Up Music Festival
Ear Up Music Festival, a record label creation and incubation program run by the Renaissance Foundation for up-and-coming Hong Kong musicians. The Consulate was delighted to welcome GDJYB, SoundTube, and special guest Anthony Wong to the stage, who bravely performed on Hong Kong’s coldest day of the year! GDJYB and SoundTube went on to perform …
Read More» Interested in Studying in the USA?
The U.S. Consulate General will host a booth at the 2018 Education & Careers Expo hosted by the Hong Kong Trade and Development Council at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from February 1-4. Students, parents, and educators are invited to visit booth 1D-C17, featuring our EducationUSA advising program which provides free, comprehensive, and …
Read More» Readout from U.S. Treasury Under Secretary Mandelker’s Hong Kong Visit
U.S. Treasury Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Sigal Mandelker met today with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, and the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau to discuss cooperation between the U.S. and Hong Kong Government on countering the North Korean threat. The Under Secretary discussed ways that the …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in U.S. elections
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …
Read More» #Instatram175 Instagram Contest
Between January 17, 2018 and February 9, 2018, take and post a photo of the U.S. Consulate’s “175” tram on Instagram using the hashtags #USAHK175 and #Instatram175. Entrants may have their photos reposted to Consulate Social Media accounts, and the winner will receive a book of National Geographic’s Instagram photos. Below are full photo contest …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on January 15, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2018, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
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Worldwide Caution
Worldwide Caution (January 11, 2018) – 1. As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad.
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens: Improvements to Safety and Security Information
On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use.
Read More» Transcript of Consul General Kurt Tong’s TVB Straight Talk interview with Michael Chugani
Interview with Kurt Tong on Straight Talk with Michael Chugani (January 8, 2018)
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President Donald J. Trump Announces a National Security Strategy to Advance America’s Interests
“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” President Donald J. Trump
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“Meeting the Foreign Policy Challenges of 2017 and Beyond”: Excerpts from Secretary Tillerson’s remarks at the Atlantic Council-Korea Foundation
Excerpts: Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on “Meeting the Foreign Policy Challenges of 2017 and Beyond,” the 2017 Atlantic Council-Korea Foundation Forum (December 12, 2017)
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consulate Announces Global Entry Interviews in Hong Kong, Jan. 15-16, 2018
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is offering interviews in Hong Kong on January 15-16, 2018 for U.S. Citizens and other eligible individuals, including lawful permanent residents, who wish to apply for the Global Entry program.
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U.S. Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Team Coming to Hong Kong Jan 15-16
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in conjunction with the U.S. Consulate General and American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, will conduct a Global Entry mobile enrollment event in Hong Kong.
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U.S. Consul General Shows Support for Hong Kong’s LGBTI Community at Pride Parade
Consul General Kurt Tong participated in the Hong Kong Pride Parade on Saturday, November 25 to show support for Hong Kong’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex community. Joining several other Consuls General on stage, Consul General Tong said in brief remarks that he was pleased to see the Hong Kong and diplomatic communities celebrating …
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Olympian swimmer Lia Neal inspires Hong Kong students
Olympian freestyle swimmer Lia Neal visited Hong Kong on November 22, 2017 as part of a trip to the region that included stops in Singapore and Hong Kong. Lia won Olympic medals in 100 meter freestyle relay in 2012 and 2016. In Hong Kong, Lia spoke to 300 students at Pui Ying Secondary School, and …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 23, 2017
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2017, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Read More» House Passes Resolution 422 Relating to Hong Kong
On November 1, 2017, the U.S. House of Representatives passed House Resolution 422 “Urging adherence to the ‘one country, two systems’ policy as prescribed in the Joint Declaration between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and the Government of the People’s Republic of China on the Question of Hong Kong and the …
Read More» Consular Section Closure November 13, 2017
The Consular Section closed November 13, 2017, for all visa and DropBox appointments as a precaution as local authorities and the U.S. Consulate General investigated an envelope containing white powder that was opened inside the Consulate General today. The incident has now been resolved. The safety of our personnel and visitors is a top priority, …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 10, 2017
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2017, in observance of Veterans Day.
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Consul General Welcomes American Artist Richard W. Franklin
On November 8, Consul General Kurt Tong hosted a reception in honor of American artist, Mr Richard W. Franklin, who is visiting Hong Kong as part of the U.S. Department of State Art in Embassies Program, a public-private program that promotes understanding through cross-cultural dialogue and artist exchanges. Formalized by President John F. Kennedy in …
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An American View on Democratic Values, and Why They Matter in Hong Kong
Remarks by Kurt Tong, U.S. Consul General, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Hong Kong, November 7, 2017
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Remarks by President Trump to Servicemembers at Yokota Air Base
Remarks by President Trump, Yokota Air Base, Fussa, Japan, November 5, 2017 (As prepared for delivery)
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Opportunities for study and scholarships at the East-West Center (EWC) for the 2018 academic year
There are opportunities for study and scholarships at the East-West Center (EWC) for the 2018 academic year! The East-West Center (EWC) is at the forefront of educating people of the Asia Pacific region to meet the evolving demands of global change. For more information, please see East-West Center Fellowships for the 2018 Academic Year .
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Congressional Visit Underscores Importance of U.S.-Hong Kong Ties
Representative Ted Yoho, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, led a delegation to Hong Kong Oct 20-22. The bipartisan group met Chief Executive Carrie Lam, as well as other official, civil society and business representatives to discuss the U.S.-Hong Kong bilateral relationship. Pictured here after meeting with Hong …
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DHS aviation security announcement
On June 28, Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly announced enhanced security screening measures for all commercial flights to the United States.
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Consul General Joins Macau International Trade and Investment Fair
On October 19, Consul General Kurt Tong joined Macau SAR Secretary of Economy and Finance Lionel Leung, the leadership of AmCham Macau, and others to open the AmCham Corner at the 22nd Annual 2017 Macau International Trade and Investment Fair. The event highlighted new opportunities to develop the U.S.-Macau economic relationship in the coming year.
Read More» U.S. Consulate General to Close on October 9, 2017
The U.S. Consulate General located at 26 Garden Road, Hong Kong, will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2017, in observance of Columbus Day.
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