US Extends Wishes To India On Independence Day, Underscores Historic Ties, Shared Goals

The United States on Friday extended greetings to India on its 79th Independence Day, calling the "historic relationship" between the world’s largest and oldest democracies "consequential and far-reaching".

In a statement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India and the US share a vision for a peaceful, prosperous Indo-Pacific, with ties spanning industries, innovation, advanced technologies, and space.

“On behalf of the United States, I extend our congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India as they celebrate their Independence Day on August 15. The historic relationship between the world’s largest democracy and the world’s oldest democracy is consequential and far-reaching. Our two countries are united by our shared vision for a more peaceful, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region, Rubio said.