U.S. Presidential Delegation

August 16, 2013

U.S. Presidential Delegation in front of the "Palacio de Gobierno"

President Obama has appointed the Secretary of Energy, the Deputy United States Trade Representative, and Under Secretary for International Trade, as personal representatives to attend the Paraguayan Presidential inauguration ceremony. The Honorable Ernest Moniz, Secretary of Energy, will lead the delegation.

This U.S. delegation complements the emphasis of President Cartes in improving trade and investment, infrastructure improvements, and in poverty reduction.  U.S. Ambassador, James H. Thessin, will also be a member of the U.S. Presidential delegation.

United States values ​​its strong relationship with Paraguay and is committed to promoting common interests. The United States hopes to continue its cooperation to advance the issues of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, and in efforts with dealing with corruption, terrorism and poverty.

Members of the Presidential Delegation:

 The Honorable Ernest Moniz, U.S. Secretary of Energy.

The Honorable James H. Thessin, United States Ambassador to the Republic of Paraguay, U.S. Department of State

The Honorable Miriam Sapiro, Deputy United States Trade Representative, Office of the United States Trade Representative

The Honorable Francisco Sánchez, Under Secretary for International Trade, U.S. Department of Commerce