Staff Reporter
The newly appointed US Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela M. Tremont, has reiterated her commitment to enhancing relations between the United States and Zimbabwe for the mutual benefit of the people of both nations.
Speaking during her introductory press conference in Harare, today, Ambassador Tremont emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation.
“During my discussion yesterday with President Mnangagwa, I delivered President Biden's greetings, and we discussed how to improve ties between our two countries. The United States continues to support the people of Zimbabwe and their efforts to build a more just, prosperous, and healthy society. We share their goal of building a self-reliant, self-sufficient Zimbabwe, one with whom we can partner for confronting global challenges,” said Ambassador Tremont.
She further added that she will work collaboratively with the Zimbabwean Government, civil society, business sector, and local communities to promote transparent, democratic institutions that respect the will of the people and foster broad-based economic growth.
“We will pursue these mutual interests while respecting Zimbabwe's sovereignty, so Zimbabweans can realize a better future for themselves,” stated the Ambassador.
Ambassador Tremont highlighted Zimbabwe's rich history, immense human talent, and abundant natural resources, noting the country's potential for leadership and active participation in global discussions.
“It shows promise as a great leader in southern Africa and a vibrant participant in global conversations, and the United States seeks to partner with Zimbabwe to confront global challenges, such as climate change, pandemic response, and conflict.
“Zimbabwe's potential is limitless. We look forward to deepening our partnership to advance our mutual interests,” she remarked.
In addition to her remarks on bilateral relations, Ambassador Tremont announced that the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing an additional $39 million in drought response assistance to the people of Zimbabwe.
This aid is part of ongoing efforts to support Zimbabweans in overcoming the challenges posed by climate change and other environmental factors.
Meanwhile, Ambassador Tremont is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counsellor.
Her most recent position was as the Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm, Sweden, where she also served as Chargé d’Affaires for 18 months.
Prior to her role in Sweden, Ambassador Tremont was the Assistance Coordinator and later the Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine.
She also held the position of Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus.
Her extensive diplomatic career includes serving as Deputy Director for NATO Policy in the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs at the State Department, Political/Economic Counsellor at the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia, and Political Military Officer at the U.S. Embassy in London, United Kingdom.
