International Human Rights Day
We will not waver in our defense of human rights and will work in 2012 to continue the progress Eleanor Roosevelt and her colleagues imagined 63 years ago today.
Embassy Statement on UNSCR 2023
The U.S. Embassy in Asmara issued the following statement regarding the passage of resolution 2023 by the United Nations Security Council.
Development in Africa
Charge d’Affaires Joel Reifman shares an interesting presentation about development in Africa.
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Text Webchat
Co.Nx on Facebook
Connect to the world through CO.NX! Hosted by the U.S. Department of State on Facebook.
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Blog
Obama Today
Learn about and share your thoughts on President Obama's policies and initiatives
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Democracy is the Right to Dessent
The importance of public protest in bringing about positive change.
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Blog
Adaptation!
Strategies for Reducing the Imacts of Climate Change
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By the People
This examines the day-to-day actions that create a democratic way of life...
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Notable Americans
Biographical sketches of Americans from all walks of life.
More Embassy News
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Destiny of Africa . . . to be Determined by Africans
On Tuesday, August 3 President Obama held a Town Hall meeting for young African leaders the White House. You can watch a video of the event or read the transcript. full text »
Embassy Highlights
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Remarks by Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the UN on Eritrea at the Security Council Stakeout (Dec. 23, 2009)
I want to talk about the resolution we just adopted imposing sanctions on Eritrea. This was an African initiative. It was the consequence of a decision taken by the African Union ... full text »
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End of Combat Operations in Iraq
On August 31, President Barack Obama announced the end of the U.S. Combat Mission in Iraq. Follow the link to read a transcript of his speech
Consular Information
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Emergency Contact
If you are an American citizen with an afterhours emergency, please call the Embassy switchboard at (291)1-12-00-04. Inform them that you have an Emergency and need to speak with the DUTY OFFICER immediately.
For nonemergency issues please contact us at (291)1-12-00-04 ext. 2411 Monday through Thursday, 8:00am – 6:00pm; Fridays 8:00am – 12:00 noon or via e-mail at ConsularAsmara@state.gov -
2012 Election Cycle – Begins Now
Be an active voter. Start thinking about your participation in the U.S. 2012 elections today! The Consular Section staff at U.S. Embassy Asmara is ready to assist with completing your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) -- the form you need to complete this year to participate in the 2012 elections as an overseas absentee voter. Full text>>
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Register to Vote and Request Your Ballot – December 8, 2011
Submit your registration/ballot request form (FPCA) timed according to your State’s election date requirements as listed below for the January, February and March 2012 Presidential Preference Primaries (P), and State Primaries (S). full text » -
Emergency Message to American Citizens – December 03, 2011
Embassy Asmara notes that the United Nations Security Council is considering a resolution to impose additional sanctions against Eritrea in the coming weeks. There has been a widespread increase in anti-American rhetoric and the Embassy advises that with this comes the potential for increased hostility toward U.S. citizens. Full text>> -
New Voter Registration and Ballot Registration Now Available, Oct. 20, 2011
October 20, 2011 - Arlington, VA. - The online electronic version of the revised Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) is available now at FVAP.gov. The FPCA registers and requests ballots for votters simultaneouly. full text>>
Education USA
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Home to the world's best colleges and universities. Contact Educational Advisor in Asmara for guidance on finding and applying to an accredited U.S. college or university.
Latest Ejournals
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Preserving Culture October 2010
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Refugees building new lives August 2010
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Climate Change Partnerships July 2010
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Defining Internet Freedom June 2010
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See You in the U.S.A. May 2010
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21st-Century Agriculture March2010
American Center Monthly Quiz
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1. Americans vote for the U.S. President on Election Day, which occurs every four years in early _______.
- September
- October
- November
- December
The answers for this quiz is going to be highlighted beginning Monday January 23, 2012. The next quiz will be on Saturday, February 18, 2012. A prize is awarded for a winner. Please send for any comments and your quiz responses to americancntr@yahoo.com.
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Who is responsible for running U.S. presidential elections?
- The Federal Election Commission
- The states
- Congress
- The White House
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How many Electoral College votes are needed to be elected president?
- 325
- 270
- 50
- 785
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Which of the following states has the highest Electoral College votes?
- Texas
- Florida
- California
- New York
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What is the fewest number of states one can win and still be elected President?
- 11
- 23
- 25
- 26
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The first political party in the United States was called the ________ Party.
- Republican
- Democratic
- Federalist
- Conservative
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In the early years of the United States, who had the right to vote?
- Everyone over the age of 21
- Only male property owners
- All men over 21, but not women
- All men over the age of 30
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Members of the House of Representatives are elected every _____ years.
- Two
- Four
- Six
- Eight
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How many states did Barack Obama win in 2008?
- 42
- 33
- 28
- 23
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Which of the following individuals is still in the running for the 2012 Republican nomination?
- Mitt Romney
- Newt Gingrich
- Donald Trump
- A&B
Announcement
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The Embassy is closed on all official U.S. and Eritean Holidays.
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Monday, October 10, 2011 is an American Holiday, Columbus Day. Hence the Embassy and the American Center will be closed on that day. Please Click Here to learn more about this holiday.