Local comic book publisher, AD Comics launched a new Bruneian comic book “GENESIS” funded by the U.S. Embassy Small Grants program on February 15, 2023. “GENESIS” is a modern folktale set in Borneo that centers on six young people locked at home during a pandemic, undergoing the adventure of a lifetime. The 75-page graphic novel …
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The Brunei Film Blitz is taking cinema outdoors by introducing Wayang Pacak to three locations around the Sultanate. The annual film festival launches on Friday, 9th December 2022 at Super Tree in Bangar, Temburong followed by subsequent screenings in Seria on Saturday, 10th December 2022 and Bandar Seri Begawan on Sunday, 11th December 2022. The …
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The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam hosted a private charity auction for Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al-Hajjah Maryam on Sunday, November 27, that raised BND$29,500 in support of the organization’s mission to provide training, assistance, and care for individuals with special needs to allow them to achieve their full potential in …
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After a series of pre-engagement virtual activities focused on climate issues in Southeast Asia, the 2022 Young Southeast Asian Leadership Initiative (YSEALI) Summit Brunei kicked off today for over 100 participants from all 10 ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste. The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam partnered with Big BWN Project and Malaysia-based Biji-biji Initiative in creating …
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The AdvocaSEA Camp concluded on Friday, March 4, 2022 with a closing ceremony held at Parkview Hotel with U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer, Jeff Barrus in attendance as the guest of honor. The five-day event camp was organized by Sustainable Oceans Alliance (SOA) Brunei with support from the U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan through its …
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Apply for the YSEALI Summit The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam is partnering with Big BWN Project and Malaysia-based Biji-biji Initiative to launch the Brunei Young Southeast Asian Leadership Initiative ( YSEAL I) Summit 2022, which will run from March to September 2022. The Summit will focus on climate change issues in Southeast Asia, and …
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In conjunction with International Education Week (November 15 – 20, 2021), the Embassy of the United States of America and the Brunei English Language Teachers Association (BELTA) are pleased to announce an essay writing contest themed “A Hero’s Journey” for Year 7 – Year 10 Bruneian students in all schools in Brunei Darussalam. Deadline for …
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On August 25, 2021, The U.S. Embassy team conveyed our support and thanks to RIPAS Hospital frontline workers at the swab center by dropping off 60 healthy lunch packs with reusable bags and bottles yesterday. We’re grateful to all the frontliners working under Ministry of Health guidelines to fight the pandemic in Brunei. Stay strong, …
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The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam hosted a celebration of the 245th Independence Day of the United States on June 30 with the theme of “The Great American West.” The event was held at Indera Samudra Hall at the Empire Hotel and Country Club. The Independence Day reception was attended …
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The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam, through its EducationUSA advising service, held a pre-departure orientation for all U.S.-bound students on June 4, 2021 at the Mawar Satu Hall in Mulia Hotel Brunei in Kg. Anggerek Desa. About 50 scholarship and self-funded students who are preparing to travel to the United …
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The Embassy of the United States of America in Brunei Darussalam hosted an Iftar, or Sungkai, event with U.S. exchange program alumni, colleagues from several government agencies, NGO leaders and media representatives at De ‘Olde Cottage in Kampung Kiulap today. Public Affairs Officer Jeff Barrus welcomed guests to the event by sharing, “In the United …
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Are you curious about how the U.S Election works? This page offers a quick guide to understanding how the American people choose their President. Through images and articles, we want to show you the people, places, and process as America prepares to go to the polls on November 3 to choose a President, 469 members …
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From November 18 to 20, 2019, U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan hosted American bluegrass band the Henhouse Prowlers as Arts Envoys to Brunei. The Henhouse Prowlers are a quartet from Chicago that has performed on behalf of the U.S. Department of State since 2013 as “bluegrass ambassadors” to share the universal language and common love of music. They have …
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October 11, 2019 – The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) “Generation Workshop: Advancing Gender Equality” announced five winners who will receive funding for their transnational project proposals to improve their communities and the wider region. The central goal of the workshop was to create a network of emerging leaders working together across national borders to promote the advancement of women …
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October 8, 2019 – The U.S Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan launched the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Generation Workshop: Advancing Gender Equality, held from 7-11 October, 2019 with implementing partner Wedu , an organization specializing in women’s leadership development and mentorship. Bringing together 50 emerging leaders from all the eleven YSEALI member countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, …
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July 3, 2019 – U.S. Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Matthew J. Matthews hosted a celebration of the 243rd Independence Day of the United States with the theme of “People-to-People Connections,” illuminating the professional, educational, and cultural ties between Bruneians and Americans. The Independence Day reception was attended by Guest of Honor Dato Seri Setia Awang …
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June 28, 2019 – The U.S. Embassy’s academic advising service, EducationUSA , hosted a Pre-Departure Orientation for students in Brunei Darussalam who will study in the United States for the 2019-2020 academic year. Students from Brunei will be attending a wide range of institutions in the United States, from Ivy League universities to community colleges, learning …
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On February 26, 2019, the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan and EducationUSA hosted the sixth U.S. Higher Education Fair in the Songket Hall of the Rizqun International Hotel in Gadong. The event was launched by U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan Chargé d’Affaires, Scott Woodard, with Guest of Honor Ministry of Education Director General of …
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American screenwriter Mark Shepherd visited Brunei Darussalam as a U.S. Arts Envoy sponsored by the Department of State. During his visit, Mark Shepherd led cinema production workshops and other activities as part of the Brunei Film Blitz 2018 organized by Origin Artistic Management. Mark Shepherd is a successful screenwriter for television and film with extensive industry experience. He serves as Associate …
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U.S. Embassy Hosts ‘Let’s Go America!’ Post-Graduate Education Fair
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Discover your post-graduate education (master’s and doctoral degree) goals and meet with U.S. university admission representatives at the upcoming ‘Let’s Go America!’ event. The event is open to the public and will take place on Thursday, September 20, 2018 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm at the Radisson Hotel in Bandar Seri Begawan. You will also be able to learn …
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U.S. Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Craig Allen hosted a celebration of the 242nd Independence Day of the United States on July 3 at the Royal Berkshire Hall at the Royal Brunei Polo and Riding Club in Jerudong. Highlighting creativity and progress, the Ambassador’s remarks focused on the theme of “American Innovation” from the Declaration of Independence …
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The United States and Brunei Darussalam held their Third Senior Officials’ Dialogue on June 12, 2018 in Washington, DC. Acting Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Susan Thornton led the U.S. delegation, which included representatives and experts from various U.S. government agencies. Bruneian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade II Dato …
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On Friday, May 11, the U.S. Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam, Craig Allen, hosted an alumni event at his residence attended by more than 80 alumni of U.S. government exchange programs from Brunei Darussalam. The event brought together alumni from various exchange programs, including the Fulbright Program, the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the Southeast Asian …
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On March 6, 2018, the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan and EducationUSA hosted the fifth U.S. Higher Education Fair in the Songket Hall of the Rizqun International Hotel in Gadong. The U.S. Higher Education Fair included representatives from U.S. universities and colleges with diverse educational programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate levels. U.S. …
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Come and meet with twenty U.S. university and college admissions representatives at the 5th U.S. Higher Education Fair on Tuesday, March 6 from 2:00pm – 6:30pm. Participating U.S. universities and colleges include: University of California, Irvine Illinois Institute of Technology California State University, Long Beach California State University, Dominguez Hills Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) …
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On September 30, 2017, the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan and EducationUSA hosted the fourth Let’s Go America! showcase which featured the first U.S. Community College Fair, held in the Mutiara Ballroom of the Radisson Hotel. This year’s Let’s Go America! showcase included representatives from seven U.S. community colleges which offer accessible and affordable …
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On September 29, 2017, the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan organized an Alumni Conference and Networking Reception at the Radisson Hotel, as part of its annual ‘Let’s Go America!’ event. Now in its fourth year, ‘Let’s Go America!’ is an annual public diplomacy initiative organized by the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan to …
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The U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan hosted a speaker program and workshop on September 13 and 14, 2017, for local media and media students on Responsible Journalism with U.S. speaker, Dr. Deni Elliot. The two-day workshop was held at the Universiti Brunei Darussalam and the Radisson Hotel in Bandar Seri Begawan. Dr. Elliot is …
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U.S. Embassy Celebrates 241st Independence Day of the United States of America
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The U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan recently organized the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Generation GR3EN Workshop which was held February 25 to February 28, 2017. The workshop was sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and funded through a Cooperative Agreement from the U.S. Embassy in Brunei Darussalam to AGREA for administration of …
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On February 8, 2017, the U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan and EducationUSA hosted the fourth major U.S. Higher Education Fair in the Songket Hall of the Rizqun International Hotel in Gadong. The U.S. Higher Education Fair also took place the following day on February 9 at Sekolah Menengah Sayyidina Ali (SMSA) in Kuala Belait. …
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September 21, 2016 – U.S. Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Craig Allen hosted an event to celebrate the 240th Independence Day of the United States with the theme of “Celebrating America: The Birthplace of Jazz.” The event was held in the Indera Samudra Hall at the Empire Hotel and Country Club in Jerudong. The Independence Day …
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September 8, 2016 – The U.S. Embassy’s academic advising office, EducationUSA, hosted their annual EducationUSA Interactive Session for career teachers and school counselors. The event was held at Mutiara Hall in the Radisson Hotel, Bandar Seri Begawan, and provided updates on trends in Higher Education in the United States, as well as key info on …
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June 3, 2016 – The U.S. Embassy’s academic advising service, EducationUSA, hosted a pre-departure orientation for students in Brunei Darussalam who will attend universities in the United States this August. The event was held at The Collective Makerspace in Gadong. The orientation was held to prepare and advise students and parents on what to expect …
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April 29, 2016 – The U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan hosted a gala networking event for alumni of exchange programs sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. The event took place at the Rizqun International Hotel in Gadong. Through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the U.S. Department of State runs more than …
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February 29, 2016 – The U.S. Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan and EducationUSA hosted the third major U.S. Higher Education Fair in the Songket Hall of the Rizqun International Hotel in Gadong. The U.S. Higher Education Fair featured representatives from 13 U.S. universities and colleges with diverse educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate (post-graduate) …
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