Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send my best wishes to the people of Somalia as you celebrate your national day on July 1.  On this day especially, we congratulate all Somalis on your resilience and determination to rebuild your country into a peaceful and prosperous nation.

Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the United States, I send warm wishes to the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo as you celebrate the 59th anniversary of your independence.

Washington, DC - On Friday, June 21, 2019, Keith Krach of California was sworn in as Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment.

Washington, DC - President Donald J. Trump announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Panama City, Panama, to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Laurentino Cortizo on July 1, 2019.

Washington, DC - The Sudanese people have a right to freedom of expression and freedom of peaceful assembly. The Transitional Military Council should respect these rights, permit peaceful protests, and avoid any use of violence.

Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the United States, it is my pleasure to congratulate the people of Mozambique on the occasion of your 44th anniversary of independence.