Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "On behalf of the American people, I offer congratulations to the people of Tajikistan as you celebrate your 27th anniversary of independence on September 9.

"Over the past 27 years, the United States and Tajikistan have worked together as partners to promote regional security and connectivity. The people of the United States and Tajikistan share a common future as we continue to grow our cultural and people-to-people ties for the benefit of our two nations.

"The United States will continue to be invested in the future stability and prosperity of Tajikistan and its people, and we look forward to enhancing our partnership in the years ahead."