ATTENTION: EDITORS July 29, 2021 Kuala Lumpur – On Thursday 29 July 2021, in conjunction with the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Deputy Secretary General of the Home Affairs Ministry and representative of the Malaysia Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Council (MAPO), Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, launched the Anti Trafficking Capacity Building …
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Kuala Lumpur – On Monday, July 5th , 2021, the United States was pleased to deliver one million life-saving jabs of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to assist Malaysia in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Shipments of the vaccine first arrived at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport for distribution to vaccine centers nationwide. Malaysia is one …
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Kuala Lumpur – On Wednesday June 23rd, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on Public Health, Tan Sri Dr. Jemilah Mahmood , and U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, Brian McFeeters jointly launched the Virus Hunter campaign. Organized by the Penang Science Cluster (PSC) with the support of U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, the Virus Hunter campaign is aimed at increasing the public, especially young people’s, interest in STEM, …
Read More» Kuala Lumpur – On June 8, 2021 the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur delivered an additional donation of COVID-19 relief assistance to help Malaysia fight against the pandemic. The supplies were delivered to the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) in Putrajaya and included information technology (ICT) equipment that NADMA will use to manage COVID-19 response operations in Malaysia. The donation …
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Malaysia and U.S. Companies Explore Collaboration in Digital Healthcare and Medical Technology through Southeast Asia MedTech Virtual Trade Forum Event highlights opportunities for strong U.S.- Malaysia collaboration in digital healthcare and MedTech to combat noncommunicable diseases and position Malaysia as a leading medical travel destination KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s Minister of Health, Dato’ Sri Dr. …
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On behalf of our team at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, we wish everyone a blessed #Eid . Selamat #HariRaya . *** Bagi pihak warga Kedutaan A.S. di Kuala Lumpur, kami ingin mengucapkan #EidMubarak kepada semua. #SelamatHariRaya . *** 美国驻吉隆坡大使馆全体同仁祝福大家开斋节蒙福及快乐!
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ATTENTION: EDITORS March 10, 2021 Kuala Lumpur – U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia Brian McFeeters oversaw a donation of PPE and rapid COVID tests to the Malaysian Ministry of Health today. Ambassador McFeeters met with and thanked Malaysian frontliners and said he hopes the contribution can help ease their tireless work in combating COVID-19. “The U.S. and Malaysia have a long history …
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Ambassador McFeeters Remarks at the Institute of Strategic and International Studies Malaysia Foreign Policy Speaker Series : Why Aren’t There More Women Making Decisions? (As prepared) March 8, 2021 Selamat sejahtera dan Selamat pagi! I am delighted to be back in Malaysia and able to join you this morning. As many of you know, …
Read More» Kuala Lumpur – Ambassador Brian McFeeters, the new U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, arrived in Kuala Lumpur the evening of Friday, February 26, 2021. The Ambassador is pleased to be returning to Malaysia, where he previously served at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur as the Political Counselor from 2009 to 2011. Upon his arrival, …
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Deepavali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the entire U.S. Embassy community wish everyone a Happy Deepavali and hope that this festival will bring joy and brightness in these difficult times. May we all be blessed with peace, health and loving friendships. …
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“It’s a wrap for TechCamp Malaysia ! Over the past two weeks, U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur and the Penang Institute hosted the first ever virtual TechCamp in Malaysia on countering disinformation. TechCamp gathered over 60 participants and trainers from the U.S., Europe, and the ASEAN region to brainstorm technological solutions to challenges posed by disinformation. Participants pitched …
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Today, Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and Secretary-General for the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development Dato’ Dr. Junaidah binti Kamarruddin officiated the Malaysia launch of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a flagship U.S. government program under the White House-led Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative. Through AWE, women entrepreneurs around the globe are …
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Together with some very special Malaysian friends, the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur wishes our Malaysian friends, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri Whether in the United States, Malaysia or around the world, we’re together in spirit. And we hope to see you all in person in the very near future. *** 美国大使馆并大马的伙伴一起祝福各位开斋节快乐。 无论在美国，马来西亚还是世界各地，我们心连心庆祝这个佳节。我们盼望能够在不久的将来与大家见面相聚。 *** மலேசியாவில் உள்ள …
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This year, the staff of the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur is honoring the #Malaysian tradition by making #KuihBakul , or #NianGao , a special New Year dessert typically consumed during #LunarNewYear as an #auspicious treat, symbolizing #longevity and #prosperity 恭喜发财! 兴啊！旺啊！发啊！ Happy Lunar New Year to all. Heng Ah! Ong Ah! Huat Ah! Selamat Tahun Baru Cina! Heng Ah! Ong Ah! …
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Happy New Year from your friends at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur! Thank you for a wonderful 2019…we’re looking forward to accomplishing great things together in 2020. ***** 美国大使馆同仁感谢所有友人为我们带来精彩的2019。盼望我们能够在2020成就更多美好的事。 ***** புத்தாண்டு வாழ்த்துக்கள்
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The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir are proud to join Malaysians in celebrating #Deepavali, the “Festival of Lights”. The video, featuring the Embassy’s American and Malaysian staff, highlights the diversity which is a central strength of both U.S. and Malaysian culture. Deepavali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, good …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir and the entire team at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur wishes a Happy Malaysia Day to all our friends throughout this great country. From East to West, in all 13 states we’re proud to promote a comprehensive partnership that empowers and unites Americans and Malaysians. ••• Duta Besar Lakhdhir dan seluruh pasukan …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir and the entire U.S. Embassy team wish a “Selamat Hari Merdeka ke-62” to all our Malaysian friends. ••• 雷荷花大使及美国大使馆同仁祝福全马朋友“国庆62周年快乐！” ••• தூதர் லக்தீர் மற்றும் அமெரிக்க தூதரகக் குழுமத்தினரின் 63-வது தேசிய தின நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்.
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The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Health Unit team offered American Heart Association’s Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) & First Aid Training on July 10, 2019. A total of 13 participants from various sections; 10 from the Regional Security Office (RSO), 1 from Public Affairs (PAO), 1 Summer Hire from the Human Resources Department …
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This year, the Embassy team celebrated the 243rd anniversary of American Independence with more than 1,000 of our closest friends during our annual reception at the JW Marriott in downtown KL. This year’s guest of honor was the Honorable Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad , Minister of Health. • Photos from the event
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This year, the staff of the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur is honoring the Malaysian tradition of weaving ketupats in the spirit of celebrating Eid and sharing the experience with their friends from the Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman – a local landmark that is one of the oldest surviving traditional Malay houses located in the …
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PUTRAJAYA – U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General John P. Cronan met today with Malaysian Attorney General Tommy Thomas and Minister of Finance Lim Guan Eng to confirm the initiation of the process to return approximately $196 million (RM 812.9 million) to Malaysia, representing the first installment of funds recovered …
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On behalf of the diplomats and staff at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and the Malaysian Embassy in Washington, Ambassadors Lakhdhir and Azmil wish everyone a blessed Ramadan. May the fasting month bring health, hope and happiness in your lives. Embassy of Malaysia, Washington D.C. Wisma Putra
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Langkawi will become the focal point of regional peace and security policy and a showcase for enhanced economic ties as Malaysia hosts the 14th Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA), March 25-29. LIMA ’19 will convene top decision makers, senior government and military officials, industry leaders and journalists from around the globe. PD highlights …
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恭喜发财! Selamat Tahun Baru Cina! சீனப் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்! Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the entire U.S. Embassy community wish everyone Happy Lunar New Year! #USAmbMY #USEmbMY #Malaysia #USA #America #LunarNewYear #TahunBaruCina #GongXiFaCai
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The Embassy and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are proud of the Jakim certified #halal turkeys which are widely available at local supermarkets here in #Malaysia . They come from the U.S. heartland and we’d be honored if you would buy this iconic and highest quality #American product….and if you do pick up one of these delicious birds, you might consider preparing …
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Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, Waytha Moorthy Ponnusamy and Ambassador Lakhdhir led a group of interfaith religious leaders on a tour of a Hindu temple, Buddhist temple, Catholic church, Taoist temple, and mosque in the #Sentul neighborhood of #KualaLumpur on November 8 to promote religious freedom, inclusion, and tolerance. • 首相署部长瓦塔慕迪及雷荷花大使在11月8日率领一群宗教领袖参观在吉隆坡冼都社区的兴都庙、佛堂、天主教堂、道所及伊斯兰教堂，并推广宗教自由、包容及和谐的价值观。 • நாட்டு மக்களிடையே மத நல்லினக்கத்தை மேம்படுத்தவும், புரிந்துணர்வை வளர்ப்பதற்கும் …
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The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir are proud to join Malaysians in celebrating #Deepavali , the “Festival of Lights”. The video, featuring the Embassy’s American and Malaysian staff, highlights the diversity which is a central strength of both U.S. and Malaysian culture. Deepavali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, good …
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On September 29, Ambassador Lakhdhir attended the Projek Pelajar Symposium at Universiti Malaya as a keynote speaker. She talked about creativity in entrepreneurship and encouraged the students to pursue solutions and projects that would benefit their respective communities. Projek Pelajar was a program sponsored by the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, organized by Junior Achievement and led by …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir and the entire U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur team wishes a Happy Malaysia Day to all our friends throughout this great country. From East to West, your spirit of unity is an inspiration. 雷荷花大使和美国驻吉隆坡大使馆团队祝这个伟大的国家及其国民马来西亚日快乐。 你们万众一心的团结精神为我们带来启发。 மலேசியா வாழ் அனைத்து மக்களுக்கும் எங்களின் மனமுவர்ந்த மலேசிய தின வாழ்த்துகளை தெரிவித்துக்கொள்கிறோம். கிழக்கு இருந்து மேற்குவரை உங்கள் ஒற்றுமை உத்வேகத்தை உணர்த்துகிறது. – தூதர் லக்டீர் மற்றும் அமேரிக்க தூதரகம்-
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The Embassy of the United States and Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir would like to extend our congratulations to Malaysia on 61 years of ‘Merdeka’! • 美国大使馆和雷荷花大使祝贺大马欢庆61周年独立！ • மலேசியாவின் 61வது ‘மெர்டேக்கா’ தினத்தை முன்னிட்டு, தூதர் கமலா ஷிரின் லக்டீர் மற்றும் அமேரிக்கத் தூதரகமும் எங்களின் மனமுவர்ந்த வாழ்த்துகளை தெரிவித்துக்கொள்கிறோம். • Original Songwriter: CB Ahmad
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On August 17th, the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur announced its partnership with the Academy of Sciences Malaysia to provide an opportunity for one of the finalist teams of the 2018 National Science Challenge to travel to Silicon Valley. For the first time in the history of the competition, one lucky student team will be sent to California to …
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On August 16th, Ambassador Lakhdhir was invited to be the keynote speaker for the Opening Ceremony of the Harvard Project for Asia and International Relations (HPAIR) Asia Conference 2018. The HPAIR Asia Conference is a collaborative effort between students at Harvard and the host country organizing committee in Asia. This year, the theme of the …
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On August 9, Ambassador Lakhdhir visited Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Ms. Maria Andrews assigned to Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tanah Merah in Pendang, Kedah. Ambassador Lakhdhir arrived at the school greeted by the principal Puan Rukiah Hj. Marhassan, Maria Andrews and the entire school community. The visit started with the Ambassador launching a bottle rocket. …
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On August 9, Ambassador Kamala Lakhdhir visited Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Bongor in Baling, Kedah. She was greeted by principal Puan Zur’aiza Abdul Hamid and the entire school community. Students and teachers gathered to welcome Ambassador Lakhdhir in a glorious celebration with traditional kompang, silat and gasing performances marking the historical visit to the school. Puan Zur’aiza is an alumna …
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From Ambassador Lakhdhir and the entire team at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Selamat Hari Raya! Daripada Duta Besar Lakhdhir dan seluruh pasukan di Kedutaan A.S. di Kuala Lumpur, Selamat Hari Raya! தூதர் லக்டீர் மற்றும் கோலாலம்பூரிலுள்ள அமேரிக்கத் தூதரகத்தின் முழு அணியிலிருந்தும், செலாமாட் ஹரி ராயா நல்வாழ்த்துகள்! 来自吉隆坡美国大使馆的美国驻马大使雷荷花与大使馆员，祝福各位马来同胞开斋节快乐
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Ambassador Lakhdhir met Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Muhammad today at the Perdana Leadership Foundation. “I was pleased to meet with the Prime Minister and congratulate him and all of Pakatan Harapan on the momentous win. We are looking forward to working with the Prime Minister and his newly appointed cabinet as they form the …
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Message from U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir. I want to wish the Muslim communities of Malaysia, the United States and around the world all the blessings of the holy month. This is the festive time bringing families and friends together while reminding us the changes that we want to make in our lives, …
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The 1st ASEAN-English Language Teaching Conference 2018 (ASEAN-ELT 2018) was held at the Equatorial Hotel in Melaka from March 15-17, 2018. One of the objectives of the ASEAN-ELT conference was to encourage greater regional co-operation among English language teachers and researchers. Organized by Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), the conference attracted more than 800 English language …
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On February 28 and March 4, EducationUSA Malaysia organized two university fairs in Penang and Kuala Lumpur respectively. Both fairs were part of the larger EducationUSA Southeast Asia Fair Series which is scheduled to run till mid-March across the ASEAN region. In Penang, 28 universities participated in the fair. The Public Affairs Officer from the U.S. …
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恭喜发财! Selamat Tahun Baru Cina! சீனப் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்! Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the entire U.S. Embassy community wish everyone Happy Chinese New Year! 🐶 🎍👲🏮🥡🥢💰🍃🎇🎆🇺🇸🇲🇾 #USAmbMY #USEmbMY #Malaysia #USA #America #ChineseNewYear #LunarNewYear #TahunBaruCina #GongXiFaCai
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On her first official visit to Kedah, Ambassador Lakhdhir had an audience with Sultan Sallehuddin Ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah and Crown Prince Tunku Sarafuddin Badlishah Ibni Sultan Sallehuddin at the Istana Anak Bukit. Ambassador Lakhdhir also paid a courtesy call to Chief Minister Dato’ Seri DiRaja Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah and Executive Councilor Datuk Suraya …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir welcomed the 100 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) assigned to the states of Terengganu, Pahang, Kedah, Kelantan, Perak, Perlis, Sabah, Sarawak and a newly added state of Melaka during a welcome ceremony at her residence on January 11, 2018. Besides assisting in English classrooms at local schools, the ETAs will conduct various English …
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As 2017 draws to a close, Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the entire team at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur want to thank our Malaysian friends and partners for a wonderful year. We’re looking forward to continuing our work together in 2018 and beyond. • • • • • Tahun 2017 akan melabuhkan tirainya. …
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In the spirit of interfaith cooperation and understanding ahead of the International Day for Tolerance, Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir led a group of local faith leaders on a “Harmony Walk” to the National Mosque and several houses of worship throughout the Brickfields neighborhood of Kuala Lumpur. The Harmony Walk captured the rich diversity of Malaysia’s …
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On October 31, Ambassador Lakhdhir hosted a farewell reception at her residence for 98 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) who have completed a 10-month assignment in various schools across Malaysia. In her remarks, Ambassador Lakhdhir commended the ETAs for their significant contributions toward greater relations between the U.S. and Malaysia and the lifelong impact the …
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Deepavali reminds us of the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the entire US Embassy community wish everyone Deepavali Valthukal! ———- இருள் என்ற தீமையை ஒளி என்கிற நன்மை அழித்து, அறிவு அறியாமையை வென்று, தீமையை நன்மை வெல்வதே தீபாவளியின் மகத்துவம். தூதர் கமலா ஷிரின் லக்தீர் மற்றும் கோலாலம்பூர் அமெரிக்கத் தூதரகத்தின் …
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The Embassy of the United States and Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir would like to wish all, #SelamatHariMalaysia 🇲🇾 !
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The Embassy of the United States and Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir would like to extend our congratulations to Malaysia on 60 years of ‘Merdeka’ and celebrate our 60 years of bilateral relations. To commemorate Malaysia’s 60th Independence Day, Ambassador Lakhdhir was recently joined by a colorful cast comprised of the embassy’s local staff members dressed …
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Selamat datang! Welcome! 欢迎! நல்வரவு! Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrives in Kuala Lumpur today for his first official visit to Malaysia, marking 60 years of Malaysian independence. 2017 also marks 60 years of formal U.S.-Malaysia diplomatic relations—the U.S. is proud of our longstanding partnership with the people of Malaysia. • Photos from the trip • Video slideshow of highlights • U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Facebook page • Fact Sheet : The United States and ASEAN: A Strong Foundation, A Bright Future
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On July 29 2017, Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir gave the commencement speech at Taylor’s University’s American Degree Program commencement ceremony. The Ambassador addressed the 191 graduates, who had recently completed two years of study at Taylor’s and who plan to continue their studies at institutions overseas, including at universities in the U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand. She told …
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Sharing in the celebration of America’s 241st anniversary of independence, nearly 800 guests from throughout Malaysia packed the ballroom at the InterContinental Hotel Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday, July 5. Highlights of the Embassy’s annual “Fourth of July” Reception included welcoming remarks by Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir and the evening’s guest of honor, the Honorable Senator Datuk Paul Low Seng …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir visited Sabah for the second time on May 4-5, 2017. While there she visited the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Likas, gave remarks at a luncheon for the L.E.A.N women’s group, and traveled to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park to meet Joe the elephant, who was rescued by Sabah Wildlife staff. Ambassador Lakhdhir also attended a ship reception with U.S. …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir made her first official trip to Sarawak on April 20-23, 2017. She visited the secondary school SMK Semerah Padi to meet with students, teachers, and American Fulbright English Assistant Jay Sullivan. She traveled to the Semenggoh Wildlife Center and the Sarawak Biodiversity Center to discuss environmental conservation. She met with library staff of …
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The U.S. government funded a “Multilateral Workshop to Combat Wildlife Trafficking” in Kuala Lumpur on April 10-12, 2017, bringing together investigators and prosecutors with experience in handling wildlife trafficking and related environmental cases from Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. The workshop aimed to strengthen enforcement against wildlife trafficking, reduce demand for Illegally traded wildlife, …
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Ambassador Lakhdhir made her first official trip to Sabah on April 1-5, 2017. She visited the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center , Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center , Rainforest Discovery Center and Danau Girang Field Centre in Sandakan. In Kota Kinabalu, she met Foreign Minister Dato’ Sri Anifah Aman, Chief Minister Datuk Musa Aman, and Minister of Tourism and Environment Datuk Masidi Manjun. Her trip reiterated the close relationships with the Sabah State government …
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Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir visited the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition on March 20-22, 2017. While in Langkawi she met with a number of U.S. companies that had booths at the U.S. Pavilion, including Boeing , Lockheed Martin , MD Helicopters , Honeywell Aerospace , General Atomics Aeronautical Systems , L3 Wescam , and FLIR Systems . Ambassador Lakhdhir also toured U.S. Navy and Air Force aircraft that were on display. The U.S. Navy brought five aircraft, including …
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Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir made her first official visit to Penang on March 6-8, 2017. The trip was an opportunity to engage with U.S. companies, meet with government and civil society, and also enjoy Penang’s vibrant culture. Ambassador Lakhdhir visited several U.S. companies, including Intel, which has been in Penang for 45 years and employs …
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EducationUSA Malaysia hosted two US education fairs in Penang and Kuala Lumpur on February 18 and 19. These were by far the largest US education fairs hosted by EducationUSA Malaysia, with 53 US universities in attendance in Kuala Lumpur and 32 universities represented at the Penang fair. Over 1,200 fair participants in Penang and Kuala …
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Malaysian staff from the U.S. Embassy brought Ambassador Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir to several important cultural sites in Kuala Lumpur during her first week in the country. The sites included Merdeka Square, Masjid Wilayah, Guan Di Temple, and Batu Caves.
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Selamat datang! A group of 98 American Fulbright English Teaching Assistants has arrived in Malaysia! They have completed their orientation in Kuala Lumpur and will be in Malaysia for 10 months teaching in public high schools (SMK) in Terengganu, Pahang, Perak, Sabah, Sarawak, Kedah, Kelantan, and Perlis. Check out these photos of their adventures so far …
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U.S. Ambassador-Designate to Malaysia Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir has arrived in Malaysia and assumed her position. Her bio is available at https://my.usembassy.gov/our-relationship/our-ambassador/ . In addition, the U.S. Department of State has produced a short video that introduces Ambassador-Designate Lakhdhir to the public. The video can be viewed on the U.S. Embassy’s Youtube page at https://youtu.be/NIpd8sBqNPE . Media outlets …
Read More» In June 2016, Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir was nominated to be the U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. Ms. Lakhdhir joined the Foreign Service in 1991, serving first at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (1992-1994), and then at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia (1994-1996). Returning to Washington, Ms. Lakhdhir was assigned to the Secretary of …
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On Thursday, September 29, 2016, United States Department of Agriculture ’s overseas export promotion arm for American agricultural products, known as the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), held an American Seafood Promotion at Victoria Station Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur, with 52 guests attending. It targeted seafood importers, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, food service and representatives of U.S. associations that support export market development. Chef Jean-luc Lundy gave a …
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Ambassador Yun delivered remarks on the benefits of TPP during a conference organized by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) and PricewaterhouseCoopers. The conference brought together Malaysian officials and representatives from large Malaysian companies and small businesses to exchange ideas on how best to prepare for the opportunities the free trade agreement will …
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Ambassador Yun visited the campus of Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP Paus Campus) and gave a talk on U.S.-Malaysia relations to students, faculty, and local dignitaries. He discussed areas of bilateral cooperation, including education, security, trade, and the environment. He noted that the last few years have seen an increase in cooperation at all levels, including …
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February 22 – Ambassador Yun spoke at the first annual U.S.-Malaysian Defense Trade Symposium. The event brought together U.S and Malaysian defense companies and Malaysian military officials to exchange information and discuss defense-related trade opportunities. Also in attendance was Brian Nilsson, the U.S. State Department’s Acting Assistant Secretary of Political-Military Affairs.
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On February 16, 2016, Ambassador Yun met a group of twenty-five young entrepreneurs who will travel to Silicon Valley on February 21-26, 2016 as part of the Malaysia-America Foundation’s (MAF) inaugural program. The group is composed of both entrepreneurs and heads of major Malaysian businesses, including Sunway Group, and Touch-and-Go. As part of their program …
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On January 15, 2016, Ambassador Yun welcomed 100 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants to his home in Kuala Lumpur for a reception before they depart for their schools all across Malaysia. Ministry of Education Director General Datuk Seri Dr. Khair Mohamad Yusof also attended the event. These 100 young Americans will spend the year teaching English …
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Ambassador Yun and a 10-person delegation from Portland, Oregon visited Sabah as part of a Sister City initiative and the Oregon-Sabah Collaborative. The delegation, led by Portland Metro Council President Tom Hughes, visited sites in Kota Kinabalu and other parts of Sabah to build relationships in the fields of business, education, and environmental cooperation. During …
Read More» At a roundtable discussion held at the Asia Strategy and Leadership Institute (ASLI) on December 10, 2015, Professor Gi-Wook Shin from Stanford University’s Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies along with Stanford University’s Professor Emeritus Donald K. Emmerson discussed how the United States’ foreign policy is shaping geopolitical dynamics in East Asia. Ambassador Joseph Y. …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia Joseph Y. Yun visited Kelantan on January 15, 2015 and met with Malaysian government officials to discuss flood recovery and assistance. While in Kota Bharu, Ambassador Yun met with the Crown Prince of Kelantan and the Chief Minister of Kelantan to convey his condolences, learn about the situation on the ground, …
Read More» Ambassador Joseph Yun traveled to Penang for the annual American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) Penang Dialogue earlier this week. He met with U.S. company representatives and Penang government leaders to discuss the wide range of events that took place in Malaysia during the last year, including President Obama’s historic visit. Ambassador Yun also outlined activities that would be taking …
Read More» Ambassador Yun recently traveled to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah to attend the Sabah Forestry Department Centennial celebration and the Heart of Borneo Conference. While in Kota Kinabalu, the Ambassador met with Sabah State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Masidi Manjun, Kota Kinabalu City Mayor Abidin Madingkir, and the Kota Kinabalu-Portland Sister City Steering Committee members …
Read More» On Wednesday October 29, Ambassador Joseph Yun visited the newly installed Tapis R offshore oil platform, the hub of the Tapis Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) project off the coast of Terengganu. ExxonMobil and its joint venture partner Petronas are investing $2.5 billion in the project, which seeks to boost oil production from the maturing Tapis …
Read More» Americans and Malaysians alike have been shocked by the horrific images of the senseless violence carried out by the “Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant”, also called ISIL. Atrocities described by Iraqi officials include the massacre of 1,000 people, including 100 children, in Mosul and the killing, raping, burning, and selling of innocent women …
Read More» Ambassador Joseph Yun will accompany a delegation from Kota Kinabalu and Sabah as they visit Portland, Oregon from September 27 – October 4, 2014. Led by Sabah Minister of Tourism, Culture & Environment, YB Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Bin Manjun, the Sabah delegation includes the Mayor of Kota Kinabalu Datuk Abidin Madingkir, and representatives from …
Read More» I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn the news of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. I cannot imagine how difficult this must be for the families who lost loved ones. On behalf of the staff of the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia, I offer our sincerest condolences to the families and friends of those onboard. The …
Read More» On June 26, Ambassador Joseph Yun invited prominent leaders of Malaysian Muslim communities to his residence for an informal discussion on current domestic issues and foreign affairs. Participants included spiritual leaders, heads of NGOs, and others active in Islamic civil society. Ambassador Yun refuted many common misconceptions about the United States and its policies, including …
Read More» (As Prepared for Delivery) Excellencies, Tan Sri-Puan Sri, Dato-Datin, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Salam sejahtera dan selamat petang. A very warm welcome to all. Thank you for joining us to celebrate the 238th anniversary of the independence of the United States—a holiday known to all Americans simply as the 4th of July. Now, the quicker …
Read More» According to the World Health Organisation, more than half a million people died from malaria in 2012 and 20 per cent of those deaths are attributed to false or substandard medication. Most of those deaths occurred in Africa, where a child dies every minute from malaria. Adding to the tragedy is the fact that malaria …
Read More» On behalf of the staff of the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia, I would like to express our sorrow at the news of the passing of the Honorable Karpal Singh and his assistant Michael Cornelius Selvam Vellu. We extend heartfelt condolences to their families and friends. As a Member of Parliament for 30 years, chairman of the …
Read More» On behalf of the staff of the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia, I would like to express how sorry we all were to hear the news about the passing of Dr. Irene Fernandez. Our deepest condolences to Irene’s family and her many friends. Irene was a remarkable person and we were all privileged to know her. …
Read More» Ambassador Joseph Yun and his wife Dr. Billings-Yun visited Perak March 2-3. From the ancient world of the Perak Man to schools and universities that are educating Perak’s future leaders, they saw all that the state has to offer. Ambassador Travels Back in Time Ambassador Yun and his wife Dr. Billings-Yun toured the historic archaeological …
Read More» Ambassador Joseph Y. Yun’s Wildlife Protection Event Draws Crowd: On Friday, February 21, 2014, Ambassador Yun hosted panelists from the Sabah Wildlife Department, Sabah Forestry Department, Danau Gireng Field Centre, and EcoHealth Alliance for a presentation attended by 15 heads of foreign missions in Malaysia, as well as a number of directors of Malaysian and …
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