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  • U.S. Consulate Merida U.S. Consulate Merida

    According to State Department records, the first consul to Merida, Charles Thompson Jr., was confirmed on March 3, 1843. The opening of a U.S. Consulate was probably in response to the Mexican government's decree, opening the ports of Sisal and Campeche to duty-free import and export.

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  • Consulate Seal The Consulate is looking for stories from you!

    The U.S. Consulate in Merida is looking for stories and memorabilia from the past and asking for your help! The Consulate is searching for photos, pictures, and other memorabilia associated with our long history in Yucatan. With your help, we will put together a visual display that takes our visitors on a journey...

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  • International Education Week International Education Week

    In celebration of International Education Week (November 13-17), Consulate Merida teamed up with U.S.-owned Renfro Campeche to promote international educational exchanges. The maquiladora, which annually produces twelve million “dozen pairs” of socks for companies such as Nike and Fruit of the Loom, is the largest...

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BORDERS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Remarks by Leslie Bassett, Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Mission Mexico, at the Border Security Conference

Treasury Designates the Financial Network of Major Sinaloa Cartel Operator
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today named 14 companies and 17 individuals tied to drug trafficking kingpin Rigoberto Gaxiola Medina as specially designated narcotics traffickers (SDNTs).

Pres. Bush announces the signing of H.R. 2642

President Bush Signs H.R. 2642, the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. A few moments ago I signed legislation that funds our troops who are in harm's way. Our nation has no greater responsibility than supporting our men and women in uniform -- especially since we're at war.

Juan Acra of SECNER receives Certificate of Acheivement

U.S. Embassy Honors Mexican Firm for Contributions to Trade
May 23, 2008 - U.S. Embassy Minister-Counselor for Commercial Affairs Karen L. Zens presented the U.S. Commerce Department’s Certificate of Appreciation for Achievement in Trade award to Grupo Industrial SECNER, S.A. de C.V.

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