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Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador

Message for U.S. Citizens Weather Alert March 10, 2023 Location:   Nationwide Event:  Ecuador’s National Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology issued an alert March 8 advising residents that Tropical Cyclone Yaku is causing intense rains and electrical storms in central and southern Ecuador, as well as high waves around the Galapagos Islands and coastal areas.  Heavy rainfall ...
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The United States Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality on Women’s Day

As part of the commemoration of Women’s Month, the program “Providing Opportunities for Women’s Economic Advancement” (POWER) is open for new applications until March 31.    Quito, March 8, 2023. On Women’s Day, the United States Government highlights and reaffirms its commitment to inclusion and equity. Unleashing the talent of women and girls in all ...
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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador

Message for U.S. Citizens Security Alert March 7, 2023 Location:  Quito Event: Multiple social organizations have called for demonstrations March 8 in Quito. In the past, some protests in Quito have turned violent. The demonstrations are scheduled to take place in several locations, including: Arbolito Park, Central University of Ecuador, Carondelet Palace, Ecuadorian Attorney General’s Office, ...
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The U.S. Government provided the Geophysical Institute volcanic surveillance equipment to monitor the Cotopaxi Volcano

The equipment, valued at approximately $190,000, will be installed on the near and outer sides of the Cotopaxi Volcano.  Quito, May 2, 2023.  The U.S. Government invested approximately $190,000 in volcanic monitoring equipment to monitor the Cotopaxi Volcano. In an official ceremony, Michael J. Fitzpatrick, Ambassador of the United States in Ecuador, donated the following ...
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Ambassador’s Statement

Ambassador’s Statement One-year Anniversary of Russia’s War Against the People of Ukraine Today, marks one year since Russia launched its unprovoked, premeditated, and unjustified full-scale war against Ukraine. The people of Ukraine have displayed incredible courage and determination to defend their freedom, while standing up for global democratic values. The United States and our allies ...
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