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  • The Ambassador visited San Pedro and Concepcion

    December 16, 2011 - Through this visit, the U.S. Embassy in Paraguay reaffirmed its commitment to continue working with the Government of Paraguay, in the framework of the "Northern Zone Initiative". More >>

  • Emily Balog (Photo Credit: Peace Corps)

    November 28, 2011 - “Emily was a beloved volunteer who used her passion for people and art to work with a local women’s cooperative and youth in her community” More>>

  • Ambassador Thessin during the graduation ceremony.

    November 2, 2011 - Ambassador Thessin participated in a motivating ceremony at the Theatre of the Americas located in the Paraguayan-American Bi-national Center. This ceremony was held to present graduation certificates to the Embassy’s English Scholars.

  • Ambassador James Thessin during the inauguration of the Forensic Laboratory.

    October 31, 2011 - Ambassador James Thessin participated in the inauguration of the Paraguayan Public Prosecutor's Office Forensic Laboratory, which was built and equipped with support from the Threshold Program. More >>

Highlights

  • Curiosity Leads to Winning Science Projects

    Three innovative science projects won the first-ever Google Science Fair last year, and now students around the world have another chance to win scholarships and a trip to the Galapagos Islands.   Read More »

  • President Obama’s 2012 State of the Union Address

    January 24, 2012 - We gather tonight knowing that this generation of heroes has made the United States safer and more respected around the world. (Applause.) For the first time in nine years, there are no Americans fighting in Iraq. (Applause.) For the first time in two decades, Osama bin Laden is not a threat to this country. (Applause.)   Read More »

  • U.S. Elections: 2012 Primary Schedule

    22 January 2012 - For those states holding primaries, voters go to polling places and cast their ballots. In caucus states, voters gather in meeting places throughout the state to discuss candidates and reach a consensus on which candidate they will support.  Read More »