Under Secretary Fernandez’s Travel to Chile
Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment Jose W. Fernandez traveled to Santiago, Chile on April 21-23.
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Department of Justice and the FBI Shared Best Practices with FNE officials
The activity aimed to strengthen and perfect the FNE’s knowledge regarding intrusive investigatory measures.
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Science in the Southern Hemisphere: SOFIA Deploys to Chile
NASA’s Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy, or SOFIA, landed at the Santiago International Airport on March 18, 2022.
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US Navy sponsors winning round of naval Hacking for Defense 2021 challenge in Chile
The event is the second of its kind and seeks to produce solutions to a set of problems proposed by the Chilean Navy.
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The United States Officially Rejoins the Paris Agreement
Press Statement by Secretary Blinken.
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U.S. Government donates eight mechanical ventilators to Chile
This ventilator model can be used in adult, pediatric and neonatal patients and has a battery life of over nine hours.
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National Freedom Day: Deepening Our Resolve to Fight Human Trafficking
National Freedom Day also marks the culmination of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
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Black History Month
Statement by President Joe Biden on Black History Month.
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The United States Delivers Two Field Hospitals to Chile to Assist in Response to Coronavirus
Contribution, valued at $1,085,000, is part of the “All of America” approach in support of Chile’s response to the pandemic.
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Chile climbs to 24th in the world as a destination country for U.S. students
The Open Doors report revealed that for the fifth consecutive year, the United States hosted more than one million international students.
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Proclamation-Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Certain Additional Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Healthcare Issued on March 11, 2020 On January 31, 2020, I issued Proclamation 9984 (Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons Who Pose a Risk of Transmitting 2019 Novel Coronavirus and Other Appropriate Measures To Address This Risk). I found that the potential for widespread transmission of a novel (new) coronavirus (which has since been renamed …
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5G Technology: Incredible Promise, Significant Risk
Fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology will form the backbone of future economic development and public services
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USS Wasp Enters 4th Fleet
Wasp is scheduled to visit Valparaiso, Chile and Rio De Janeiro, Brazil building on our strong relationships that foster regional security.
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U.S. Navy Secretary Richard V. Spencer visits Chile
The visit of Secretary Spencer demonstrates the permanent commitment of the United States in its alliance with the Western Hemisphere in matters of security.
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US 4th Fleet and Partner Nations United for Exercise UNITAS
Chile host maritime forces from 12 countries to participate in exercise UNITAS LX (60) Pacific from June 24 – July 3.
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Academy for Women Entrepreneurs empowers 35 women in Coquimbo
This is part of a White House-led initiative run in Chile by the U.S. Embassy and implemented by partners Mujeres del Pacifico and the Universidad Catolica del Norte (UCN).
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Baseball Demonstration with MLB Players
The initiative was organized by the U.S. Embassy in Chile, Fundacion Ganamos Todos, the Major League Baseball Player’s Trust, and the U.S. Department of State’s Sports Diplomacy program.
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Chilean Military Medical Personnel to Join USNS Comfort Medical Support Mission
Three Chilean military medical personnel joined the U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) from November 16-December 20.
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U.S. Ambassador to APEC Matthew J. Matthews in Chile
U.S. Ambassador to APEC Matthew J. Matthews traveled to Santiago, Chile from December 10-13.
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Exponaval 2018
The USS Somerset (LPD 25) and the USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) participated in festivities celebrating the bicentennial of the Chilean Navy and Exponaval.
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International Education Week
Ambassador Perez inaugurated Community College Fair.
Read More» U.S.-Chile Executive Cyber Consultation
The United States and Chile commit to continue close collaboration on cybersecurity.
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Mattis Plans Trip to South America to Meet With Senior Defense Officials
Defense Secretary Mattis visited Chile to exchange strategic perspectives with senior officials.
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Joint Statements to the Press With Mexican Foreign Secretary Luis Videgaray
”With regards to Venezuela, we share to a very large extent the concern given the situation of systematic disruption of democracy.”
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F-35 for the first time ever in Latin America during FIDAE 2018
The United States was present once again at the International Air and Space Fair, FIDAE 2018, which took place April 3-8 in Santiago.
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Secretary Mnuchin Led U.S. Delegation to G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting
Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin also visited Santiago, Chile.
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Treasury Sanctions to Venezuelan Officials
Treasury sanctions to Venezuelan officials associated with the economic mismanagement and corruption of the Maduro regime.
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Under Secretary Shannon’s Travel to Ecuador, Colombia, and Chile
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas A. Shannon, Jr. traveled to Ecuador, Colombia, and Chile February 25-March 3.
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Secretary Tillerson to Travel to Austin, Mexico City, Bariloche, Bs Aires, Lima, Bogotá and Kingston
Throughout his travel, Secretary Tillerson will advocate for increased regional attention to the crisis in Venezuela.
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Ambassador Haley on the Persecution of Catholic Bishops in Venezuela
”We continue to stand strongly with the Venezuelan people in their battle to restore their democracy in the face of a brutal dictator.”
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Illegitimate Constituent Assembly Undermining Democracy in Venezuela
”The United States condemns the illegitimate Constituent Assembly’s continued attacks on Venezuelan democracy.”
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DCM Baxter Hunt visits cherry packing plant and orchard in Rancagua
During the visit, the U.S. delegation learned about top-of-the-line U.S. technology being used throughout the production and export process.
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Chilean Presidential Elections
Statement by Spokesperson Heather Nauert.
Read More» Humanitarian Aid for the Venezuelan People
”The United States stands with the Venezuelan people, and supports their efforts to resolve the economic, political, and humanitarian crises facing their country.”
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Venezuela’s Undemocratic Electoral Process
”The United States condemns President Maduro’s threat to ban opposition parties from participating in next year’s presidential elections.”
Read More» International Human Rights Day
Remarks by Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.
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Engaging Men and Boys in Preventing Violence Against Women and Children Event
Remarks by Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan.
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International Day of Persons With Disabilities
Press Statement by Spokesperson Heather Nauert.
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Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2017
The event was co-hosted by the United States and India in Hyderabad, India, November 28-30.
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Ambassador Perez presents Chilean Army Division General with prestigious award
Ambassador Perez presented General de Division (GdD) Guido Enzo Montini Gómez with the United States Army Legion of Merit (Degree of Officer) medal.
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Ambassador Haley Chairs a UN Security Council Meeting on Venezuela
”The crisis in Venezuela today poses a direct threat to international peace and security. ”
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International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
”Due to their profession, journalists are often under threat from those who wish to silence them.”
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Terrorist Attack in New York City
Statement from President Trump on the Terrorist Attack in New York City.
Read More» Lima Group’s Declaration on Venezuela
Statement by Spokesperson Heather Nauert.
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Statement by Ambassador Haley on the Gubernatorial Elections in Venezuela
”Venezuelans once again attempted to make their voices heard, and dictator Maduro once again tried to silence them through.”
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A New U.S. Strategy on Iran
President Trump announced a new strategy on Iran and outlined a number of steps the United States is taking.
Read More» The United States Withdraws From UNESCO
”The United States indicated to the Director General its desire to remain engaged with UNESCO as a non-member observer state.”
Read More» Gubernatorial Elections in Venezuela
Statement by Spokesperson Heather Nauert on Gubernatorial Elections in Venezuela.
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On the Expulsion of Cuban Officials from the United States
Press Statement by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
Read More» Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Las Vegas
Presidential Proclamation on the Tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Read More» Actions Taken in Response to Attacks on U.S. Government Personnel in Cuba
Remarks by Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.
Read More» President Donald J. Trump Announces Enhanced National Security Measures
New security measures establish minimum requirements for international cooperation to support U.S. visa and immigration vetting.
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Chile National Day
”Congratulations to the Chilean people on the occasion of Chile’s anniversary of independence on September 18.”
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2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)
The U.S. and India will co-host the Global Entrepreneurship Summit on November 28-30 in Hyderabad, India.
Read More» On the Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks
Remarks by Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.
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National Days of Prayer and Remembrance
”During National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, our Nation recalls the nearly 3,000 innocent people murdered on September 11, 2001. ”
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Emergency UN Security Council Briefing on North Korea
Remarks by Ambassador Nikki Haley at an Emergency UN Security Council Briefing on North Korea.
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Criminalizing Dissent in Venezuela
”The United States condemns the call by Venezuela’s illegitimate Constituent Assembly for trials of the political opposition.”
Read More» Statement by President Donald J. Trump on North Korea
”Threatening and destabilizing actions only increase the North Korean regime’s isolation in the region and among all nations of the world.”
Read More» Statement on the Announcement of New Financial Sanctions on Venezuela
Statement by the United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley.
Read More» Statement by the Press Secretary on New Financial Sanctions on Venezuela
”President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order imposing strong, new financial sanctions on the dictatorship in Venezuela.”
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Remarks by the Vice President on Latin America
”We are with you and we will stand with you until democracy is restored in Venezuela.”
Read More» Assumption of Legislative Powers in Venezuela
”The United States strongly condemns the assumption of legislative powers by the illegitimate Constituent Assembly.”
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Vice President Mike Pence Travel to Central and South America
The Vice President traveled to Cartagena, Colombia; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; and Panama City, Panama.
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Second Lady Karen Pence in Central and South America
Second Lady Karen Pence met with art therapists in Central and South America.
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Statement by the Press Secretary on Venezuela
”The United States stands with the people of Venezuela in the face of their continued oppression by the Maduro regime.”
Read More» Venezuela’s Illegitimate National Constituent Assembly
Press Statement by Department of State Spokesperson Heather Nauert.
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Treasury Sanctions on the President of Venezuela
”These sanctions come a day after the Maduro government held elections for a National Constituent Assembly.”
Read More» Defending Democracy in Venezuela
Press Statement by Department of State Spokesperson Heather Nauert.
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Readout of the Vice President’s Call with Venezuelan Political Prisoner Leopoldo Lopez
Vice President Mike Pence spoke with Venezuelan political prisoner and political activist Leopoldo López to address the dire situation in Venezuela.
Read More» Statement of Support from Ambassador Haley on Venezuela Sanctions
”The United States will keep all options on the table, including sanctioning anyone who joins the Constituent Assembly.”
Read More» Treasury Sanctions: 13 Current and Former Senior Officials of the Government of Venezuela
Action Targets Officials of Entities Undermining Democracy in Venezuela.
Read More» 27th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
President Donald J. Trump proclaims July 26, 2017, as a Day in Celebration of the 27th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Read More» An Unequivocal Message From the People of Venezuela
“The United States applauds the courage and determination of Venezuelans who exercised their rights to freedom of expression.”
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Statement from President Donald J. Trump
”The United States will not stand by as Venezuela crumbles.”
Read More» Transfer of Leopoldo Lopez to House Arrest in Venezuela
”The United States welcomes the transfer of Leopoldo Lopez to house arrest after more than three years in prison.”
Read More» An Unacceptable Assault on Venezuela’s National Assembly
”The United States condemns the July 5 attack on members of the Venezuelan National Assembly by armed supporters of the government of President Nicolas Maduro.”
Read More» Statement by Ambassador Nikki Haley on Failure to Address the Crisis in Venezuela
”The tragic situation in Venezuela calls out for action. The Venezuelan people are starving while their government tramples their democracy.”
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Remarks at the Plenary Session of the Organization of American States General Assembly
Remarks by Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan.
Read More» Secretary Tillerson Remarks on World Refugee Day
”On World Refugee Day, we recognize the plight of those forced by persecution and war to flee their home countries.”
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Global Peace Operations Initiative Promotes International Peacekeeping
The 11th annual Global Peace Operations Initiative (GPOI) Worldwide Consultations was held at the State Department.
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U.S. government shares $1.78 million in seized assets with Chilean government
U.S. government gave Chilean government $1.78 M USD resulting from a joint operation targeting a major money laundering operation.
Read More» 2017 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month
Press Statement by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
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Remarks at the Meeting of the Organization of American States
Remarks by Under Secretary of Political Affairs Thomas A. Shannon.
Read More» Treasury Sanctions Eight Members of Venezuela’s Supreme Court of Justice
“By imposing these targeted sanctions, the United States is supporting the Venezuelan people in their efforts to protect and advance democratic governance in their country.”
Read More» Statement From Ambassador Nikki Haley on the Situation in Venezuela
”We are deeply concerned about the Maduro government’s violent crackdown on protestors in Venezuela.”
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Non-Violence and Accountability During Protests in Venezuela
Statement by Acting Spokesperson Mark Toner on non-violence and accountability during protests in Venezuela.
Read More» President Trump and President Bachelet Speak by Phone
President Donald J. Trump spoke to President Michelle Bachelet of Chile ”to discuss our bilateral relationship, including our close cooperation on trade and security issues.”
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United States welcomes opportunity to join Asia-Pacific partners in trade discussions
U.S. Ambassador Carol Perez was pleased to join the trade dialogue in Vina del Mar.
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U.S. Government donates one thousand personal protective equipment kits
Ambassador Perez presented the kits February 15 at CONAF headquarters in Santiago.
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United States delivers additional assistance to combat the wildfires in Chile
U.S. government donations total more than $800,000 USD.
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U.S. government assists in fight against Chilean forest fires
The U.S. government is mobilizing support for the tireless firefighters and others who are working to combat Chile’s wildfires.
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The Inaugural Address
Remarks of President Donald Trump.
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Statement on the Passing of Fidel Castro
”At this time of Fidel Castro’s passing, we extend a hand of friendship to the Cuban people.”
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2017 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
The academic programs will take place at various colleges, universities, and institutions throughout the United States. Deadline for applying was December 23, 2016.
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United States and Cuba
The U.S. Department of Treasury and Commerce announced further amendments to Cuba sanctions regulations.
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Registration Period for DV-2018
Online registration for the DV-2018 Program concluded on November 7.
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Chile Declassification Cooperation and Commemoration of Letelier and Moffitt Assassinations
United States delivers final tranche of records related to the assassinations of Letelier and Moffitt.
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Call to Action on the Global Refugee Crisis
White House announced commitments for private sector engagement on the Global Refugee Crisis.
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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellows
The White House announced the inaugural class of Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellows.
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Syrian Refugee Admissions
The White House announced that the 10,000 Syrian refugees arrived on Monday, August 29.
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Readout of Vice President Biden’s Telephone Call
The Vice President spoke with Chilean President Michelle Bachelet by telephone to discuss a range of regional and global challenges.
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Panamax 2016
Panamax is an annual U.S. Southern Command-sponsored multinational exercise focused on ensuring the security of the Panama Canal.
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U.S. will meet 2016 Syrian refugee goal
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says the Obama administration will meet its goal of resettling 10,000 Syrian refugees in 2016.
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UN Human Rights Council Resolution on Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
The United Nations Human Rights Council adopted its third UN resolution on the human rights of LGBT persons.
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Joint Statement by the Founding Members of the OAS LGBTI Core Group
Joint Statement signed by the U.S., Chile, and other six countries to ensure LGBTI persons live free of violence and discrimination.
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Presidential Proclamation on National Oceans Month 2016
Covering more than 70 percent of the earth’s surface, oceans have a profound impact on our way of life.
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