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On the Occasion of Armenia's Independence Day


Press Statement

John Kerry
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
September 19, 2013

 


On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Armenia as you celebrate your Independence Day on September 21.

The United States and Armenia have a strong relationship based on historic ties and mutual respect. I am proud and grateful for the enduring friendship of many in the Armenian community. As someone who for three decades represented Massachusetts, which boasts one of the largest populations of Armenians outside of Armenia, I have special firsthand knowledge of the contributions that you have made to America’s culture, democracy and economic vitality.

Today our two countries are working together on a dynamic bilateral and regional agenda. Through forums such as the U.S.-Armenia Economic Task Force, we look forward to further strengthening the economic and commercial bonds between our peoples.

I wish all Armenians a joyful and prosperous Independence Day, with peace and happiness in the coming year.

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Here is Kerry's full message to Guyana:

 

Guyana/U.S.a dynamic partnership – John Kerry

 

U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry in his congratulatory message to Guyana on it 44th Republican Anniversary has described the relations between the two countries as one of a dynamic partnership based on common interests.The full text of his message is as follows:
β€œOn behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to extend best wishes to the people of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana on your nation’s 44th anniversary.”

U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry

U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry

β€œThe United States and Guyana share a dynamic partnership based on common interests and aspirations for peace, democracy, and respect for universal rights and freedoms.”
β€œOur partnership through the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative enhances the security and prosperity of the Region by increasing law enforcement capacity. We are working with the youth of Guyana to provide training for better economic opportunities. And through PEPFAR, we are proud to join with Guyana to reach its goal of Getting to Zero: zero new HIV infections, zero stigma and discrimination, and zero AIDS-related deaths.”
β€œOur efforts to promote a cleaner, healthier and more resilient natural environment are important to the entire Region. We look forward to strengthening our cultural, business, and personal ties to help build a prosperous, secure, democratic, and healthy Guyana.”
β€œAs you gather for Mashramani festivities, I wish all Guyanese peace, happiness, and a productive year ahead.”

FM

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