BY NED GAGAHE
The United States (U.S) has extended congratulations to the Solomon Islands as it marks its 47th Independence Anniversary.
In a statement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio conveyed best wishes on behalf of the people and Government of the United States.
“On behalf of the people and Government of the United States of America, I offer my best wishes as you celebrate your National Day on July 7,” Secretary Rubio stated.
He reaffirmed the enduring partnership between the two nations, rooted in their historic ties dating back to the Guadalcanal Campaign over 80 years ago.
“The United States and Solomon Islands continue to enjoy a meaningful partnership borne out of the Guadalcanal Campaign,” Rubio said.
Looking ahead, he said that both countries would continue to collaborate in key areas such as unexploded ordnance removal and the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
“In the coming year, we will continue our engagement on issues like unexploded ordnance removal and addressing illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing,” he said.
Rubio also expressed the U.S. government’s commitment to strengthening its relationship with Solomon Islands through a shared focus on prosperity and regional security.
“We look forward to elevating our bilateral relationship on the bedrock of a shared commitment to prosperity and regional security,” he said.
“Please accept our warmest congratulations on another year of independence as you commemorate this important day,” Secretary Rubio concluded.
The message comes as Solomon Islands prepares to celebrate 47 years since gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1978.
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