Ambassador Taubman (L) interviewed by Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF in Romania, Andreea Marin Banica (R) on the U.S. assistance for the flood victims in Romania. Bucharest, August 4, 2008 (Lucian Crusoveanu, Public Diplomacy Office) More information

Ambassador Taubman Announces Flood Assistance August 4, 2008 Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman today expressed his condolences to the victims of the floods and their families and announced that the Government of the United States will provide over 100,000 RON (US$50,000) in immediate flood relief assistance. (English) and (Românã) Remarks of Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman on the Occasion of the Swearing-In of Peace Corps Volunteers August 1, 2008 In a ceremony at Toma Caragiu Theater (Ploiesti), U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Taubman swore in 39 new Peace Corps Volunteers who will serve in Romania for the next two years. With this ceremony, the Volunteers will start their 24 month assignments throughout the country. (English) and (Românã) Remarks by Ambassador Nicholas Taubman On the Occasion of the 4th of July July 4, 2008 Mr. President, Distinguished Ministers and Colleagues in the Diplomatic Corps, Ladies and Gentlemen: July 4, 2008. Across the US and around the world Americans and their families, friends and neighbors will come together in small towns and large cities, in parks and churches, by rivers and lakes to mark this day, the 232nd anniversary of the independence of the United States. (English) and (Românã)

July 4 Statement by Ambassador Taubman
July 4, 2008 July the 4th is an opportunity for Americans to celebrate the 232nd anniversary of the independence of the United States. Across the US and around the world Americans and their families, friends and neighbors will come together in small towns and large cities, in parks and churches, by rivers and lakes to mark this day of symbolizing our liberty. (English)

Remarks of Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman on the Occasion of Joint Task Force - East Distinguished Visitors Day
July 2, 2008 I am proud to stand here with you, honored visitors, at these facilities that underscore our commitment to strengthen our ability to plan, think, and operate together in promotion of our shared values, interests, and efforts. (English)

Flagship, the U.S. Navy Band for Europe, to perform in Bucharest Parks
June 30, 2008 Flagship, the U.S. Navy Band for Europe, will give concerts in three Bucharest parks next week, as follows: Saturday, July 5, 11:00 am, in Herastrau Park; Saturday, July 5, 8:00 pm, in Cuza Park (former I.O.R.); Sunday, July 6, 12:00 pm, in Cismigiu Park. (English) and (Românã)

Ambassador Thanks Fulbright Corporate Sponsors and Congratulates New Grantees
June 27, 2008 Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman together with representatives of the Government of Romania and the Board of Directors of the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission thanked its corporate sponsors on Thursday night, June 26, for their investment in the promotion of Romanian and American academic exchanges. (English)

Kids Day event gives Romanian children a look at JTF-East
June 20, 2008 MK Airfield Administration Center, Romania – Joint Task Force East troops learned yesterday that helicopters, fire trucks and games are the way to a child’s heart. A day long event saw about 60 Romanian children from local schools tour Mihail Kogalniceanu Airfield Administration Center to learn what Romanian and American troops do here. (English) and (Românã)

U.S. Embassy Statement on the Death of Private First Class Claudiu Marius Covrig
June 13, 2008 On behalf of Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman, the United States Embassy extends its deepest and most solemn condolences to the family and friends of Private First Class Claudiu Marius Covrig, who died on June 13 while on patrol outside Qalat, Afghanistan. (English) and (Românã)

Release of Department of State Annual "Trafficking in Persons" Report
June 4, 2008 Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice publicly released the annual Department of State "Trafficking in Persons" report on June 4, 2008. The document is the most comprehensive worldwide report on the efforts of governments to combat severe forms of trafficking in persons. (English) and (Românã)

Other Headlines

• (July 21, 2008) U.S. Embassy Helps Promoting Sports in Romania
• (July 4, 2008) Romanians Join July 4 Celebration
• (July 3, 2008) Live Radio Interview on 4 of July with Ambassador Taubman
• (July 2, 2008) Ambassador Taubman Joins Distinguished Visitors Day at Joint Military Training Facilities
• (June 26, 2008) Ambassador Taubman Promotes Good Relationship with Romania in an Interview with Online Outlet
• (June 20, 2008) Ziua copiilor la Joint Task Force-East
• (June 19, 2008) Official website launch of the Joint Task Force-East 2008 Rotation
• (June 10, 2008) Kennedy Center Director Discusses Arts Management in Romania
• (June 10, 2008) Deputy Director for International Assistance of the United States Office of Government Ethics (USOGE) Visits Romania
• (June 10, 2008) American military personnel train with Roman medical counterparts
• (June 9, 2008) Peace Corps Director’s Visit Strengthen Bilateral Relations
• (June 7, 2008) North Dakota Adjutant General visits Airmen in Romania
• (June 6, 2008) Romanian, Americans honor fallen Soldiers
• (June 6, 2008) 21^st Theater Sustainment Commander visits JTF-East
• (June 6, 2008) U.S. Government Initiative to Stop Wildlife Trafficking Carried in Romanian Media

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