Introducing U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland & Liechtenstein, Suzi Levine

Описание: Meet the U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Suzi LeVine. Watch and learn how she plans to improve the security, development and prosperity of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

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[Suzi LeVine U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland & Liechtenstein]

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Grüezi! Bonjour! Buonjiorno! Allegra!

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I'm Suzi LeVine, and I am honored that President Obama
has asked me to serve

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as the next U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland
and Liechtenstein.

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Switzerland and the United States are often referred to
as the "Sister Republics."

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Like Switzerland, many states in America have a blend of direct and
representative democracy,

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including my home state of Washington.

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That's why I understand the citizens' critical role in
determining our governance.

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It's also why I will make it a priority to engage you, the people of
Switzerland and Liechtenstein,

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and your governments to work together on our shared priorities of
security, development, and prosperity.

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Recently, the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum hosted
Switzerland's Solar Impulse team

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reflecting our countries' respective beliefs in the transformative
power of technology, innovation, and social responsibility.

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My passion in these areas has guided me in life, from my earliest
days as a NASA intern,

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to working at Microsoft and Expedia, and then co-founding two
non-profit organizations.

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I will draw on my experience to encourage
creativity and entrepreneurship

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while prioritizing the growth of our countries' already
strong economic ties.

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On a personal note, my husband, Eric, our kids, Sidney and Talia,
our dog Vegas and I

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are all very excited about moving to Switzerland and, as avid hikers
and bikers, we would love your thoughts on places to visit!

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Please share your suggestions with me on the Embassy's
Facebook page and on Twitter.

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I look forward to hearing from you soon! Ciao!

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This video was produced by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Information Programs in May 2014. The speaker is U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland & Liechtenstein, Suzi LeVine.