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Worldwide Caution

Worldwide Caution from the Department of State issued on August 2, 2022: On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida.  Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on ...
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Alert: Portugal – Countrywide Wildfire Risk Alert

To: U.S. Citizens in Portugal Event:  Due to increased risk posed by wildfires across the country, the Portuguese government has declared a countrywide State of Contingency beginning Monday, July 11, 2022 until Friday, July 15, 2022. Additionally, the local weather service has indicated hot dry temperatures throughout the country, which may exacerbate the risk of wildfires. ...
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Remarks by Ambassador Randi Charno Levine for 4th of July Celebration

July 4 Celebration Remarks As Prepared Ambassador Randi Charno Levine June 30th, 2022  Bem vindos a todos, Good evening everyone. HELLO LISBON!!! Thanks for joining us tonight to celebrate U.S. Independence Day! I would like to give special thanks and welcome to: Members of the Portuguese Government; Members of the Portuguese Armed Forces; Fellow Ambassadors ...
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Ambassador Randi Charno Levine Remarks at AmCham Dinner

(As prepared) Your Excellency, Mr. President and advisors, American Chamber of Commerce in Portugal, President and Directors, Ambassador from the Ukraine, Representatives from the Municipal and National governments, American and Portuguese business owners and executives  Friends and colleagues. Good evening! It is a pleasure to share this lovely evening with all of you – and ...
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Travel Advisory: U.S. Passport Holders may now use Automated E-Gates at Immigration when Arriving to Portugal

TO: U.S. Citizens in Portugal U.S. passport holders may now use automated E-Gates at immigration when arriving to Portugal. As a result of severe delays and a surge of tourists, the Portuguese Authorities have extended the RAPID4ALL System to U.S. passport holders. This program is expected to significantly reduce the time it takes for citizens ...
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