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
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Bearing Witness
Bearing Witness: National Security Law Arrests in Hong Kong – Information is from publicly available sources.
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» Funding Opportunity: Julia Taft Fund for Refugee Assistance
Each year, the Julia Taft Fund awards grants of up to $25,000 USD with the intent of meeting gaps in refugee assistance by issuing grants to local nonprofit organizations for quick-impact projects that aim to address one-time needs or interventions, and/or respond to needs that are not addressed by the Office of the United Nations …
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» 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» 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» 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» 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» Identification of Foreign Persons Involved in the Erosion of the Obligations of China Under the Joint Declaration or the Basic Law
Pursuant to Section 5(a) of the Hong Kong Autonomy Act (“HKAA” or “Act”) (P. L. 116-149), not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of the HKAA, if the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, determines that a foreign person is materially contributing to, has materially contributed …
Read More» Release of the Hong Kong Autonomy Act Report
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, October 14, 2020
Read More» On the Arrests of Hong Kong Protestors
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, October 3, 2020
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
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» 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» 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» 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» On Beijing’s Imposition of National Security Legislation on Hong Kong
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, June 30, 2020
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» 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» A Message from Consul General Smith
Later today, in Houston, the body of George Floyd will be laid to rest.
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» 2020 Hong Kong Policy Act Report
Report – Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, May 28, 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» U.S. Foreign Assistance in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, March 26, 2020
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
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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 …
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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» 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» 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
Read More» International Human Rights Day
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, December 10, 2019
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» 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» 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» Situation in Hong Kong
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson, November 11, 2019
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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» Department Press Briefing – August 8, 2019 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson; Press Room; Washington D.C.; August 8, 2019
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» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Hong Kong Businessman and Publisher Jimmy Lai
Readout – Office of the Spokesperson, July 8, 2019
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State Department Spokesperson Addresses Hong Kong Protests
Department Press Briefing – June 12, 2019 (Hong Kong Excerpts)
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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» Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leader Martin Lee
Readout – Office of the Spokesperson; Washington, DC; May 16, 2019
Read More» Hong Kong: 2014 Occupy Movement Cases and Fugitive Ordinance Law
Press Statement – Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson; Washington, DC; April 25, 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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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» 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
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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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 …
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On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks
Press Statement – Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, September 10, 2018
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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 …
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 …
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2018 Hong Kong Policy Act Report
Report – Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, May 29, 2018
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’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 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 …
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. 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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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 …
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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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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» 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 …
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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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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.
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Volunteers from the USS Ronald Reagan and USS Chafee Participate in Community Programs
More than 300 sailors from the USS Ronald Reagan and USS Chafee participated in eleven community outreach programs while visiting Hong Kong from October 2-6. These exchanges, a common feature of U.S. Navy port calls, ranged from visiting the elderly and children to playing friendly basketball or soccer matches with local school students. Photos featured …
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U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross Visits Hong Kong
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross arrived in Hong Kong on September 26 and met with Chief Executive Carrie Lam. While in Hong Kong, Secretary Ross will also meet with local and U.S. business representatives, and will participate in the Forbes Global CEO Conference. Secretary Ross’ visit to the region includes stops in Beijing, China; …
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Consul General Tong Attends Event in Support of Ivory Ban
Consul General Tong joined the “Global March for Elephants and Rhinos” event with former Miss Chinese International Bernice Liu, Tanzanian pop star and activist Shubert Mwarabu, LegCo member Ted Hui, and the Angolan Consul General to Hong Kong at L’Hotel Elan on September 8 in Kwun Tong. The event was in support of Hong Kong’s …
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Consul General Tong Visits Macau After Typhoon Hato
Consul General Tong visited Macau on August 30, where he joined American Citizen Services staff during their monthly visit to provide non-emergency consular services to Americans in Macau. He also visited a center run by the charity Caritas, and helped deliver supplies to senior citizens there in the wake of Typhoon Hato.
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Consul General Tong Hosts Anti-Trafficking in Persons Discussion
On August 29, Consul General Tong hosted a breakfast in honor of Luis CdeBaca, the former Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, who is in Hong Kong to speak at the Thomson Reuters-organized Anti-Slavery Summit. Consul General Tong, Ambassador CdeBaca and representatives from Liberty Asia, Blackpeak, UBS, the United States Department of Homeland …
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2016 Report on International Religious Freedom Released
The yearly report compiled by the U.S. Department of State was released on August 15 and covers 199 countries and territories, and provides insights on significant and growing challenges. Read it here: 2016 Report on International Religious Freedom
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7th Fleet Band performs in Hong Kong at the International Military Tattoo
The U.S. Navy’s 7th Fleet Band is performing at the International Military Tattoo in Hong Kong July 13-15, 2017.
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U.S. Consulate General Celebrates 241st Birthday of the United States
On July 5, 2017, the U.S. Consulate General celebrated the 241st anniversary of U.S. independence with over 1,000 invited guests, the largest-ever Fourth of July reception in Hong Kong.
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The 2017 Trafficking in Persons Report
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on June 27 released the U.S. Government’s annual assessment of efforts to combat trafficking in persons around the world, the 2017 Trafficking in Persons Report.
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Fulbright-RGC HK Award Presentation Ceremony
On June 21, Acting Consul General Thomas Hodges hosted a reception in honor of ten Fulbright Scholar Award recipients.
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Fact Sheet: Review of Key Developments in Hong Kong
Fact Sheet: Review of Key Developments in Hong Kong (June 7, 2017) – In light of ongoing public interest in matters related to Hong Kong, the State Department prepared this review of key current developments and progress made in U.S.-Hong Kong relations.
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U.S. Foreign Commercial Service Celebrates Californian Health and Beauty Products Showcase
On May 26, 2017, Consul General Tong attended a ribbon cutting to showcase a range of high quality American skincare, health and beauty products …
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Check out Our New Site!
The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you.
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U.S. Consulate Celebrates Top-Quality U.S. Foods at HOFEX 2017
May 8, 2017 – More than 40 U.S. exhibitors showcased a dynamic array of top-quality U.S. agricultural, food, and beverage products from across the United States at the 2017 HOFEX food and hospitality tradeshow, with support from the U.S. Consulate’s Agricultural Trade Office.
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Earth Day
April 27, 2017 – Consul General Kurt Tong joined students from UMAH International Primary School for a demonstration on how to cook healthy, environmentally-friendly foods at Green Common in honor of Earth Day.
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Congressional Delegation Visits Hong Kong
A Congressional delegation led by U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) visited Hong Kong April 12-13 as a part of their trip to the region.
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CG Tong Visits Ammar Mosque
CG Tong visited Hong Kong’s Ammar Mosque and O.R.S. Islamic Centre on April 5 to meet with members of Hong Kong’s Muslim community.
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CG Tong opens U.S. Pavilion at MIECF
U.S. Consul General Kurt Tong opened the U.S. Pavilion at the Macau International Environment Co-operation Forum & Exhibition (MIECF) on March 30, 2017.
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CG Tong Meets with Ethnic Minority Rights Advocates
On March 20, Consul General Tong met with local leaders who advocate for the rights of ethnic minorities in Hong Kong to hear about some of the issues of concern to ethnic minority populations in Hong Kong. The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on March 21.
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Consulate Hosts Regional IPR Criminal Enforcement Workshop
The Consul General opened the first Asia Regional Intellectual Property Rights Criminal Enforcement Workshop on March 8, 2017, organized in partnership with the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department and the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and Customs and Border Protection agencies.
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CG Tong Recognizes Hong Kong Nominee for International Woman of Courage Award
On March 7, Consul General Tong presented the U.S. Consulate General’s nominee for International Woman of Courage Award, Joanne Leung, with a certificate in recognition of the work she has done as a supporter of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) community in Hong Kong.
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CG Tong Visits Mai Po Nature Reserve
Mar 3, 2017 – In celebration of World Wildlife Day, Consul General Kurt Tong visited Hong Kong’s Mai Po Nature Reserve where mammals, reptiles, insects, and over 350 species of birds live under the care of the World Wildlife Fund.
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U.S. Consulate Celebrates Inaugural Flight to U.S. Territory of Saipan
HK Express began non-stop service to the U.S. territory of Saipan on January 17, 2017.
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CG Tong Meets with Hong Kong-U.S. Business Council
Consul General Tong met with the Hong Kong-U.S. Business Council (HKUSBC) at its plenary meeting on January 16-17, 2017.
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December 19, 2016 – In a year-end interview with the Hong Kong Economic Journal, CG Kurt Tong talked about the strong trade and investment relationship between the U.S. and Hong Kong, and called for further cooperation in finance, on technological innovation, and on education.
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U.S.A. and Macau SAR sign agreement to facilitate compliance with FATCA
On December 14, 2016, U.S. and Macau SAR signed an inter-governmental agreement to facilitate the compliance of Macau financial institutions with the U.S. Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
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African American Art in Hong Kong
CG Tong spoke at the opening of “Rising Above: The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection” on December 8, 2016.
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United States and Hong Kong Innovating for the Future
CG Tong delivered a speech titled, “United States and Hong Kong: Collaborating for an Innovative Future” to students at Hong Kong Polytechnic University on December 2, 2016.
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16 Days Against Gender Based Violence Campaign
November 21, 2016 – In November, the Consulate General commemorated the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and launched the 16 Days Against Gender Based Violence Campaign.
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U.S. Consul General Kurt Tong met with Macau Chief Executive Fernando Chui
CG Tong met with Macau Chief Executive Fernando Chui for the first time October 24, 2016.
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Deputy Consul General Thomas Hodges Inaugurates Ma Chan Duen Hey Memorial College American Fun Fair
On October 14, 2016, Deputy Consul General Thomas Hodges inaugurated the Ma Chan Duen Hey Memorial College’s (MCDH) annual American Fun Fair.
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Consulate Community Shows Support for LGBTI rights at Pink Dot Festival
The U.S. Consulate General was represented at a booth at Hong Kong’s Pink Dot Festival on September 28, 2016.
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American Voter Registration Event
August 26, 2016 – The Consulate General’s American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, with the support of Democrats Abroad and Republicans Overseas, held a three-hour nonpartisan “American Voter Registration Event” at the American Club in Central.
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Consul General Hart on Facebook Live
Consul General Hart conducted his first-ever Facebook Live chat on July 12, 2016 with JA Asia Pacific’s Vivian Lau as moderator.
Read More» The Value of a U.S. Liberal Arts Education: EducationUSA Partners with Visiting U.S. Professor for a Chat with Shatin
June 2, 2016 – EducationUSA partnered with Professor Steve Deyrup, a visiting chemistry and biochemistry professor from Siena College, to conduct an outreach talk for students at Shatin College.
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Philadelphia Orchestra Visits Hong Kong and Macau
May 28, 2016 – The U.S. Consulate welcomed the Philadelphia Orchestra back to Hong Kong and Macau.
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Culinary Diplomacy: American celebrity chef Anita Lo visits Hong Kong
May 27, 2016 – U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau partnered with Asia Society Hong Kong to bring famous Chinese-American chef Anita Lo to Hong Kong.
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Consul General Stresses Shared Service Values at Rotary Club Visit
April 14, 2016 – Consul General Clifford A. Hart, Jr. spoke at the Kowloon Rotary Club.
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Consul General Calls Legal Scholars to Join Fight Against Modern Slavery
April 13, 2016 – Consul General Clifford A. Hart, Jr. spoke at the Law School of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
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Dodgeball to English Practice: Visiting U.S.S. Boxer Crew Meet Local Hong Kong Students
March 23, 2016 – U.S.S. Boxer came to port in Hong Kong, the U.S. crew took the opportunity to spend some of their visit interacting with local students and engaging in cultural exchange.
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Pulitzer Prize Winner Inspires Students at the Macau Literary Festival
March 20, 2016 – Pulitzer Prize winning author Adam Johnson says: “Human research is everything.”
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A Diplomat’s Journey: Consul General Clifford A. Hart, Jr. Speaks with Students at Chu Hai College of Higher Education
February 24, 2016 – CG Hart shared his own “Diplomat’s Journey” in a speech at the Chu Hai College of Higher Education.
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Filmmaker David Holbrooke Talks Diplomacy and Film Development with Students and Professionals
February 22, 2016 – The Consulate arranged for American filmmaker David Holbrooke to speak at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
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EducationUSA Presents at Macau Tertiary Education Services’ Overseas Seminar
February 19, 2016 – EducationUSA introduced the U.S. university admissions process at the Macau Tertiary Education Services’ annual overseas seminar.
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Consul General Hosts Partner School Students for Open House
February 17, 2016 – CG Hart, Jr. hosted a Lunar New Year reception for 30 students from Ma Chan Duen Hey Memorial College.
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Consul General Welcomes New AmCham Chairman and Reaches Out to U.S. Businesses in Hong Kong
January 22, 2016 – CG Hart spoke at the Hong Kong AmCham’s annual inaugural address and ceremony for its new Chairman.
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