FROM: U.S. STATE DEPARTMENT
Swedish National Day
Press Statement
John Kerry
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
June 4, 2013
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to extend warm wishes to the people of Sweden as you celebrate your National Day this June 6.
Just last month, I was able to experience in person the generous hospitality of the Swedish people during my visit to Stockholm and my participation in the Arctic Council Ministerial in Kiruna. The United States and Sweden work together on a wide range of important global issues. We greatly appreciate the vital leadership role Sweden plays on the international stage, from its participation in global peace and stability operations, to its promotion of human rights and generous humanitarian and development assistance.
Our close friendship and enduring partnership goes back many years and is based on our shared values and shared aspirations for a more peaceful, stable, and prosperous world. This year we celebrated the 375th anniversary of the establishment of the first Swedish colony in modern-day Wilmington, Delaware, an occasion that highlighted the significant contributions of Swedish-Americans to the fabric of our nation.
On this special day, I extend warmest wishes to the people of Sweden.
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Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
SWEDISH NATIONAL DAY
FROM: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Swedish National Day
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
June 5, 2012
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of Sweden as you celebrate your National Day this June 6th.
On Sunday during my visit to Stockholm, I experienced firsthand the hospitality and warmth of the Swedish people. I discussed a wide range of important global issues and reaffirmed our shared values and interests. From its long-term investment in Afghanistan to its role as a global peacemaker, Sweden continues to play a vital leadership role on the international stage. The United States is committed to this partnership and we are grateful for the important contributions Sweden makes to international development and sustainability.
As you observe the 100th anniversary of the birth of Raoul Wallenberg this year, know that our common democratic values – the values Wallenberg dedicated his life to defending – form the cornerstone of the longstanding ties between our two peoples. Together, we will continue to work toward building a more peaceful and prosperous world.
On Sunday during my visit to Stockholm, I experienced firsthand the hospitality and warmth of the Swedish people. I discussed a wide range of important global issues and reaffirmed our shared values and interests. From its long-term investment in Afghanistan to its role as a global peacemaker, Sweden continues to play a vital leadership role on the international stage. The United States is committed to this partnership and we are grateful for the important contributions Sweden makes to international development and sustainability.
As you observe the 100th anniversary of the birth of Raoul Wallenberg this year, know that our common democratic values – the values Wallenberg dedicated his life to defending – form the cornerstone of the longstanding ties between our two peoples. Together, we will continue to work toward building a more peaceful and prosperous world.
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