Watch more in iWant or TFC.tv MANILA - Officials from the United States Embassy here warned on Friday against tapping the services of fixers to secure visas, reminding the public that no one can guarantee the grant of such travel document. One of the most common scams perpetrated by fixers is pretending to have an "in" in the US Embassy, claiming that this would guarantee a visa grant, said Consular Manager Leon Gendin. "Usually this starts with unsolicited communication, by email or by SMS, from someone promising a guaranteed visa upon the receipt of a fee. Everyone should know this is a scam, because no one, not even us, can guarantee a visa," he told ANC's Early Edition. There have been myths worldwide about needing to "know someone" from inside the embassies to receive a visa, but the application is a "very quick process" and is transparent, said US Deputy Consul General Kimberly Kelly. One can get an appointment for a tourist visa within 5 days and it could be granted within … [Read more...] about US Embassy warns vs fixers: No one can guarantee your visa
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US Embassy lauds An Phat Holdings for new factory in US
The environmentally-friendly packaging factory of An Phat Holdings JSC is expected to be put into operation in the first quarter of 2020 to deliver products to the northern US area. An Phat Plastic welcoming the US Embassy delegation On January 31, 2019, An Phat Holdings JSC (code: APH) received the high-level delegation of the US Embassy in Vietnam, including Eric Hsu (commercial counsellor), Ton That Tuan, and Tuyet Tress, visiting An Phat Plastic and Green Environment JSC (An Phat Plastic), a subsidiary producing plastic thin film packaging. APH has been strengthening business and affairs in the US recently. Accordingly, APH will develop a factory to produce environmentally-friendly packaging in the country, namely An Phat USA. The factory is expected to be put into operation in the first quarter of 2020 and deliver products around the northern US first. The products of An Phat US contain biodegradable microcomputer bags, PE bags, and other environment-friendly plastic … [Read more...] about US Embassy lauds An Phat Holdings for new factory in US
Steely huntsman at helm of embattled US Embassy in Caracas
Joshua Goodman, Associated Press Updated 11:08 pm CST, Thursday, January 31, 2019 U.S. embassy employees and their families prepare to depart Simon Bolivar international airport in La Guaira, Venezuela, Friday, Jan. 25, 2019. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday gave the U.S. diplomats 72 hours to leave the country and close their hilltop embassy as he announced he was breaking diplomatic relations over the Trump administration's decision to recognize lawmaker Juan Guaido as interim president. less U.S. embassy employees and their families prepare to depart Simon Bolivar international airport in La Guaira, Venezuela, Friday, Jan. 25, 2019. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday gave the U.S. ... more Photo: Rodrigo Abd, AP Photo: Rodrigo Abd, AP Image 1 of / 9 Caption … [Read more...] about Steely huntsman at helm of embattled US Embassy in Caracas
Loyalist threatens to cut power at the US Embassy as diplomatic moment of truth arrives for Venezuela
A Venezuelan official has threatened to cut the power at the American embassy in Caracas as tensions between the two countries spike ahead of a looming January 26 showdown. On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump expressed support for opposition leader Juan Guaidó, who is being broadly recognised as Venezuela’s interim leader in place of the increasingly isolated President Nicolás Maduro. Trump’s announcement angered Maduro, who quickly tried to sever diplomatic ties, giving US officials until January 26 to leave the country. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has warned that his diplomatic team is not going anywhere since the US doesn’t recognise Maduro’s authority. Diosdado Cabello, a close Maduro ally, hit back by saying the electricity and gas will be cut off from the American embassy. The State Department on Thursday ordered some US government workers to leave Venezuela and said U.S. citizens should consider leaving the country, Reuters … [Read more...] about Loyalist threatens to cut power at the US Embassy as diplomatic moment of truth arrives for Venezuela
Russia postpones US embassy prison visit to Paul Whelan, family says
The family members of former US marine Paul Whelan held in Moscow on suspicion of spying say they’re “disappointed” the Russian government called off a scheduled visit by US officials on Thursday. “Hopefully the US Embassy's visit can be rescheduled soon, and the UK's request to establish communication with Paul will also be granted,” wrote his brother David Whelan in a statement on Thursday. On Wednesday, Irish consular staff were able to reach Whelan at Moscow’s Lefortovo prison and spent an hour with him. This was his second visit since January 2 by the US Embassy staff. During the visit, Irish officials were able to give assurances to the family, saying the prison conditions were satisfactory and Whelan had his glasses, which he didn't have when he was first detained. Whelan was also working on learning some Russian words now, his brother said. "It was good to have confirmation through consular staff. The Irish representatives were able to … [Read more...] about Russia postpones US embassy prison visit to Paul Whelan, family says