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Samantha Power
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Declan and Rían's mom, 🇮🇪 Immigrant, married to , Administrator. Tackling COVID, climate change, corruption, humanitarian crises & more.
Washington, D.C.usaid.govJoined April 2021

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Good to see President and discuss the enduring US-Kosovo partnership. We spoke about our shared commitment to women’s empowerment and inclusive growth, as well as US support for progress in the EU-led dialogue on normalization between Kosovo and Serbia.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and President of the Republic of Kosovo Dr. Vjosa Osmani.
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Continued progress in Kosovo towards building an inclusive, multiethnic democracy is vital. Grateful to advocates for Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian communities for sharing both their personal stories and their visions for how Kosovo can better support marginalized groups.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power meets with advocates for Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian communities in Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power meets with advocates for Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian communities in Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power meets with advocates for Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian communities in Kosovo.
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My thoughts are with the families who lost loved ones in the catastrophic flooding in DRC. The floods bring fresh trauma to many already suffering due to ongoing conflict. partners are responding with critical aid to help families recover.
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We are pleased to announce that representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces signed a Declaration of Commitment recognizing the obligation to facilitate humanitarian action to meet the emergency needs of civilians in Sudan.
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Devastating. With life-saving nutrition services for 50K severely malnourished children in #Sudan already disrupted by the fighting, the looting & burning of the main factory producing therapeutic foods used for their treatment will only make the situation for children more dire.
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Heartbroken by the burning down of the #SAMIL factory in Khartoum It produced 60% of the #RUTF used to treat children with Severe Acute Malnutrition in #Sudan last year. Its loss is a bitter blow for children. The fighting in #Sudan must stop now!
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Enjoyed an engaging conversation with the dedicated and very effective staff at and . Thanks to their work, the strong partnership between the US and Kosovo is both enduring and deeply impactful.
Administrator Power addresses U.S. Embassy Pristina and USAID Kosovo staff.
Administrator Power with U.S. Embassy Pristina and USAID Kosovo staff.
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RIP: Arman Soldin, from Sarajevo to reporting on Ukraine's front lines. 's Ukraine video coordinator Arman Soldin was killed on 9 May near Chasiv Yar in eastern Ukraine. The AFP team came under fire with Grad rockets while they were with a group of Ukrainian soldiers.… Show more
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The local staff have made huge strides in building a stronger, more prosperous Kosovo—with many having joined more than 20 years ago. Enjoyed discussing their work, achievements, and perspectives on Kosovo’s future.
Administrator Samantha Power takes a selfie with local USAID Kosovo staff.
Administrator Samantha Power meets with local USAID Kosovo staff.
Administrator Samantha Power meets with local USAID Kosovo staff.
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Kosovo’s bright future is not going to be powered by the energy of the past. Today I joined Prime Minister and Economy Minister to launch Kosovo’s first ever solar auction, part of ’s support for expanding renewable energy throughout Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power with Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power at the launch of Kosovo’s first solar auction.
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NEWS: We’ve been excited to share the details of this one for many many months — it’s the largest-ever and firmly establishes as the leading catalytic financier for debt-for-nature restructuring. /1
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DFC is providing $656 million in political risk insurance in the largest debt-for-nature swap in history. With partners we’re proud to reach this milestone for the environment, economy, and people of Ecuador. dfc.gov/media/press-re
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I met today in Pristina with Kosovo’s Prime Minister . We discussed recent developments in the normalization process with Serbia, as well as the impactful -Kosovo partnership on critical issues including clean energy development and inclusive economic growth.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power with Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti.
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The young people I hiked with here in Kosovo give me hope for the future. Despite different backgrounds, they share a strong desire for normalcy, and peace & prosperity for their communities. We have a responsibility to urgently deliver on this for them & the generations ahead.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power hikes with young people in Germia Park.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power sits with young people in Germia Park.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power sits with young people in Germia Park.
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Kosovo’s future is bright because of the dynamism & ingenuity of its young leaders. Tonight I joined entrepreneurs from 🇽🇰 & their mentors to hear pitches about their innovative business ideas, as well as their vision for the prosperous Kosovo they are determined to help build.
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The local -supported producers I met in Kosovo represent a diversity of regions, products, and ethnicities. Some run businesses fully staffed by women, and many have made major inroads reaching markets throughout Europe. So great to see a flavor of what’s #MadeinKosovo.
Administrator Power visits an orchard in Kravarice, Kosovo.
Administrator Power meets with farmers and food producers in Kravarice, Kosovo.
Administrator Power meets with farmers and food producers in Kravarice, Kosovo.
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Today we drove from Serbia to eastern Kosovo, stopping in at MOEA Farm—a longtime partner and thriving orchard. I will be talking to entrepreneurs, young people, & civil society to hear what more the United States can do to deepen our partnership with the people of Kosovo.
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I've arrived in Malawi—nicknamed the "warm heart of Africa"—to get an up-close look at its primary health care system. In the past decade, Malawi made significant gains by focusing on improving delivery of essential health services. Life expectancy jumped from 55.6 to 64.7 years.
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Very grateful to the civil society leaders I met in Nis for the candid conversation about the challenges facing their communities and democracy in Serbia. Their commitment to driving reforms and accountability amid many obstacles is critically important for Serbia’s future.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power stands with civil society leaders in Nis, Serbia.
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Our Serbian local staff are renowned for innovative approaches and are leaders on ’s localization work. Many have been with since it opened in 2001, and I thanked them for their dedication and lasting impact in support of the Serbian people.
Administrator Power with USAID staff.
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In Niš, Serbia, partners with heating plants to make them more efficient. Using new technologies has reduced gas usage by 35%, helping bring down costs for consumers and lowering emissions in the community.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power visits a heating plant in Nis, Serbia.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power visits a heating plant in Nis, Serbia.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power visits a heating plant in Nis, Serbia.
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These young people from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo are part of a group of 60 leaders who meet in-person every month with support to build connections and have candid discussions. Their empathy, openness, & commitment to forging enduring peace is inspiring.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and US Ambassador Christopher Hill take a selfie with youth leaders from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and US Ambassador Christopher Hill with youth leaders from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and US Ambassador Christopher Hill with youth leaders from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power speaks with youth leaders from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo.
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Great excitement and buzz at Belgrade’s ICT Hub, a -supported incubator for tech entrepreneurship that is now a key part of Serbia’s thriving tech scene. The country’s IT sector grew by 45% last year, and it was inspiring to meet some of the people powering this innovation.
Administrator Power has a conversation with tech entrepreneurs at the ICT Hub.
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Met w/investigative journalists in Serbia to discuss the difficult landscape they face as reporters committed to elevating stories that challenge public perception. Some spend multiple days in court each month fighting lawsuits. I thanked them for their essential work.
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In my meeting today with Brnabić, we discussed the US-Serbia partnership on tech innovation, clean energy transition, and enhancing regional integration. I also thanked the Prime Minister for Serbia’s humanitarian support in Ukraine.
Administrator Power and Prime Minister of Serbia Ana Brnabić.
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I had a productive and wide-ranging meeting today with President about Serbia’s future, and how the US can continue investing in the success and prosperity of the Serbian people.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić shake hands.
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Hugely important deal⬇️
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DFC is providing $656 million in political risk insurance in the largest debt-for-nature swap in history. With partners we’re proud to reach this milestone for the environment, economy, and people of Ecuador. dfc.gov/media/press-re
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