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UPDATED: 11 Sep 2009 GMT
  • Mr. Michael Pelletier and Ms. Uzra Zeya enjoy the moments with the participating teams and winners of the “Know the U.S. “ quiz program at Bharathi Vidya Bhavan, Erode Experience America in Erode and Salem

    The U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, brought a slice of America to Erode and Salem on September 8-11, 2009 to celebrate and strengthen the partnership between the Americans and South Indians. Michael Pelletier, Public Affairs Officer and Uzra Zeya, Political-Minister Counselor, interacted with more than 6000 people...

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  • Consul for Public Affairs Michael Pelletier addressing the audience as BVB Chairman N. Ramanuja and  Secretary A. Krishnamurthy look on. Bangalore Virtual Consulate Launched

    Bangalore is the first city chosen for the presence of a Virtual American Consulate in India. Consul General Andrew Simkin and Consul for Public Affairs Michael Pelletier launched the Bangalore “Virtual Consulate” during the fifth anniversary celebrations of the American Corner in Bangalore on September 16...

    Virtual Consulate Bangalore

  • Consul General Simkin sharing a lighter moment  with His Highness Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali (right) and Mr. Imbichammad, Secretary-General, Muslim Education Society (left) during the iftaar. Consul General Hosts Iftaar to Mark Ramadan

    Continuing a tradition by his predecessors, Consul General Andrew Simkin hosted an iftaar at his residence on September 9, 2009. This year, several distinguished members of other faiths joined their Muslim brothers and sisters for the iftaar to show their respect for the holy month of Ramadan...

    President Obama’s Ramadan Message

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