Message from Antony Blinken Celebrates Cape Verde's Independence Day

The United States Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, today issued a statement celebrating Cape Verde's 49th anniversary of independence. On behalf of the US government, Blinken expressed warm congratulations to the Cape Verdean people.

"On behalf of the United States government, I send warm congratulations to Cape Verde on its 49th year of independence," Blinken said. He used the special occasion to reaffirm the shared values between the two nations, including the promotion of democracy, economic prosperity and maritime security.

"Cape Verde is a model of democratic governance and respect for human rights", highlighted the Secretary of State. Blinken sent his best wishes to the people of Cape Verde as they celebrate their independence and expressed his enthusiasm for the future of relations between the two countries. “We look forward to what we can achieve together in the future,” he concluded.

This declaration reinforces ties between the United States and Cape Verde, celebrating democracy and continued cooperation between the two nations.