On the occasion of India’s Republic Day, The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sent his message of greetings to the people of India saying his country recognises the significance of the Indian constitution as the foundation of the world’s largest democracy.
Marco Rubio said, “On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India as they celebrate their nation’s Republic Day. As they commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India, we join them in recognizing its enduring significance as the foundation of the world’s largest democracy.”
He emphasized that the partnership between the United States and India will continue to reach new heights and will be a defining relationship of the 21st century. “The enduring friendship between our two peoples is the bedrock of our cooperation and propels us forward as we realize the tremendous potential of our economic relationship,” Rubio said.
He further said, “We look forward to deepening our cooperation in the year ahead, including by advancing our joint efforts in space research and coordination within the Quad to promote a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.”
Secretary Rubio also emphasized that the Trump Administration desires to work with India to advance economic ties and address concerns related to irregular migration. He earlier met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in his first bilateral engagement with any country as the Secretary of State.
