On behalf of the United States, Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on Friday as the nation marks 47 years of independence.
The United States values its strong partnership with Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, highlighting shared efforts to advance regional security and stability. Rubio acknowledged the country’s assistance to the Venezuelan people following devastating earthquakes earlier this year, as well as ongoing cooperation to combat transnational crime and disrupt illicit trafficking. Both nations look forward to expanding economic opportunity and prosperity.
As the nation celebrates this milestone, the Secretary extended best wishes to the Vincentian people and reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties.