Washington, DC - On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate all citizens of Mauritius on the 51st anniversary of your country’s independence on March 12.

The United States is committed to our cooperation that advances trade and investment and celebrates our long partnership in the region. We have worked with you for many years in protecting marine environments and growing our economies for mutual benefit. We appreciate this spirit of partnership and look to many years of joint achievements to come.