Thank you, to the very talented Mariia and Olha for that beautiful performance. We are so happy you could be here tonight! Excellencies, members of the Federal and Cantonal Governments, distinguished guests, and cherished friends – thank you for joining us on this truly exceptional occasion to celebrate the opening of our Art in Embassies …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 28 September, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches
Good afternoon, everyone! Mr. Minister, Mr. Mayor, members of government, the community, and friends… Thank you for welcoming me to Liechtenstein again to participate in this year’s Pride celebration. A heartfelt thanks to FLay for organizing today’s events. Thank you to all of you who are here today to support equality and LGBTQI+ rights – …
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By kirkbypm | 29 June, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches
Excellencies, Madame State Secretary Stoffel, Members of the National and Cantonal Governments, friends, fellow citizens, family, members of the diplomatic corps, and other distinguished guests – good evening and thank you for joining us for the 247th anniversary of American independence. Welcome to the U.S. Embassy’s Stars & Stripes Independence Day Celebration. We are pleased …
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By kirkbypm | 29 June, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, events, News, Public Affairs, Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Miller Marking the One Year Anniversary of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine – February 24, 2023 Madame State Secretary, Excellencies, Members of the National and Cantonal Government, Representatives from the City of Bern, and other distinguished guests, good evening. I must express my deep gratitude to Ambassador Iryna Venediktova for providing me with …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, events, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, Speeches
U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Lichtenstein Scott C. Miller traveled to Lugano, Switzerland from July 4 to 5 to lead the U.S. delegation at the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2022). The United States’ delegation included representatives from USAID, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and U.S. Department of State. URC 2022, co-hosted by the Swiss and …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 6 July, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News
Dear Partners, Allies, and friends, As President Biden has made clear, the United States stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine – and we will continue to do so. We condemn Russia for its unprovoked, unjustified war against Ukraine and call on Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukrainian territory without delay. The United …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 5 July, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News
This is the most people I have seen in Bern all in one concentrated spot. Forgive me. I’m a little overwhelmed and beyond honored. Excellencies, Members of the National and Cantonal Governments, friends, fellow citizens, family, and distinguished guests – good evening and thank you for joining us. Before I start my official remarks, I …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 3 July, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, Events, News, Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Scott C. Miller Schaan, Liechtenstein June 11, 2022 Happy Pride everyone! Apologies for me having to speak in English. So, thank you for your patience. This is my first Pride this month and I can’t think of a more exciting opportunity than to celebrate it in Liechtenstein on your very first Pride. …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 14 June, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, Events, Gender Issues, Human Rights, Liechtenstein
Statement by Scott Miller, United States Ambassador to Liechtenstein Today we celebrate 25 years of formal diplomatic relations between the United States and Liechtenstein. On March 14, 1997, my predecessor, Ambassador Madeline Kunin, visited Vaduz for the first time in an official capacity to present Prince Hans-Adam II letters of credence from President Bill Clinton, which …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 14 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, History, Liechtenstein, News | Tags: 25 years, Anniversary
On Tuesday, January 11, Scott Miller presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Swiss Confederation, Ignazio Cassis. President Cassis accepted the Letters and welcomed Ambassador Miller as the new U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland. Ambassador Miller was nominated by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on August 6 and confirmed by the U.S. Senate …
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By U.S. Mission Switzerland | 12 January, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Miller