Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the United States government, congratulations to the people of Bolivia on the 193rd anniversary of your independence.

"The United States and the people of Bolivia enjoy a deep and long-standing relationship based on shared values, including respect for democracy, freedom of speech, and human rights. We support the people of Bolivia in their efforts to strengthen their democratic institutions and achieve greater economic prosperity, and we will continue to work with Bolivia to increase bilateral trade. We are pleased to work with the Bolivian people to increase opportunities for all, and we welcome the prospect of continued cooperation based on mutual benefit and respect."