On behalf of the United States of America, I wish to congratulate the people of Mozambique on the 49th anniversary of your country’s independence.
There is much to celebrate in the partnership between our countries. We are working together to address the most vital challenges of the present day –health, climate change, deforestation, security, and education. This year, during which citizens of both our countries will go to the polls, our shared commitment to free, fair elections can show the power of a strong democracy in delivering development and prosperity.
This is an important day and milestone, and we extend our warm wishes and hopes for a bright year ahead.