The United States extends its warmest congratulations to the people of Timor-Leste on the occasion of their 23rd Restoration of Independence Day. On this momentous day, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Timor-Leste, built on a foundation of economic, diplomatic, and military ties.
Throughout Timor-Leste's history, our two nations have maintained robust relations, which are essential for promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. The United States supports Timor-Leste's efforts to contribute to a free and open Indo-Pacific, as well as its accession to membership status in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
As we celebrate this milestone, we wish to express our best wishes to the people of Timor-Leste on this special occasion. We look forward to further expanding our partnership with Timor-Leste in the future, driven by a shared vision of promoting peace, security, and economic development in the region.
The United States values its friendship with Timor-Leste and is committed to fostering strong ties between our nations. We will continue to work closely with Timor-Leste on issues of mutual interest, including regional cooperation, democracy, human rights, and economic development.