US State Secretary extends Independence Day wishes to Pakistan

WASHINGTON: United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulated Pakistan on its Independence Day on Wednesday.

The Secretary of State mentioned the deep-rooted relationship between the United States and Pakistan. He conveyed the US people’s “warm wishes” to Pakistan on the day marking its independence.

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Blinken said that the relationship between the United States and Pakistan was a cornerstone of their bilateral engagement for the past 77 years. He noted that the foundation of the partnership was built on “strong public relations” and “mutual interests”.

The US official outlined future plans to expand and deepen the partnership between the US and Pakistan. Blinken said the expansion was aimed at fostering a more prosperous future for both countries through increased collaboration and engagement..

In his message, he talked about the importance of democratic principles and the rule of law, stating that reinforcing these values was important crucial for the security and stability of both nations.

The state secretary said the US was committed in continuing to support and strengthen his country’s partnership with Pakistan.

The Secretary of State’s message comes as part of broader efforts to solidify and expand the strategic partnership between the two countries. The US and Pakistan have a long history of cooperation on various fronts, including counterterrorism, trade, and regional stability.