| You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 11/16/2015 09:37 AM EST On the Occasion of Latvia's National DayPress Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC November 16, 2015
On behalf of President Obama and the citizens of the United States, I congratulate the people of Latvia on the 97th anniversary of your independence on November 18. Latvia is a strong partner in Europe and on the global stage, and living proof of the enduring power of democracy. Seventy five years ago, following the Soviet occupation of the Baltic States, Acting Secretary of State Sumner Welles declared that the United States would not recognize their incorporation into the Soviet Union. The United States stood by Latvia then, just as we do so now. We are partners on the world stage and NATO Allies committed to mutual defense. I am confident that the friendship between the Latvian and American peoples will continue to deepen and flourish. The American people wish you the best as you celebrate this special day. Stay connected with the State Department:
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