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Travel Advisory Level 4: Do Not Travel Travel Advisory Level 4: Updated to reflect changes to risk indicators, restrictions on U.S. government personnel, and the “If you decide to travel to Burma” section. Read More...

Emergency Information for American Citizens

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Burma

FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Information

FIFA World Cup 2026™ will showcase the beauty, greatness, and dynamism of America.

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Douglas E. Sonnek
Chargé d’Affaires ad interim
Douglas E. Sonnek
Chargé d’Affaires ad interim
On January 15, 2026, Douglas (Doug) Sonnek assumed duties as Chargé d’Affaires ad interim (CDA a.i.) at the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon where he previously served as the mission’s Deputy Chief of Mission since September 11, 2025.
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Douglas E. Sonnek
Chargé d’Affaires ad interim
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Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
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JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
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Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump serves as the 47th President of the United States. He also served as the 45th.
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JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance serves as the 50th Vice President of the United States.
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Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio serves as the 72nd United States Secretary of State.
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Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump serves as the 47th President of the United States. He also served as the 45th.
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JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance serves as the 50th Vice President of the United States.
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Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio serves as the 72nd United States Secretary of State.
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Locations & Information

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News from Washington

U.S. welcomes soccer fans for FIFA World Cup 2026™
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January 23, 2026

U.S. welcomes soccer fans for FIFA World Cup 2026™

U.S. welcomes soccer fans for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Americans, and President Trump, rally around the flag
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January 22, 2026

Americans, and President Trump, rally around the flag

Americans, and President Trump, rally around the flag

Trump administration marks one year of successes
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January 20, 2026

Trump administration marks one year of successes

Trump administration marks one year of successes

U.S. Department of State Reports

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Human Rights Report: Burma
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Trafficking In Persons Report: Burma
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International Religious Freedom Report: Burma

Policy & History

Policy

The U.S. is committed to supporting reforms that contribute to a democratic transition.

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History

The United States government have been working to support the people of Burma for decades.

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