The United States has extended warm congratulations to the people of Pakistan on the country’s 79th Independence Day, with messages from the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizing the enduring friendship and growing areas of cooperation between the two nations.

In a message posted by the U.S. Embassy Islamabad, Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker and the U.S. diplomatic mission in Pakistan wrote: “Happy Independence Day, Pakistan! The United States was proud to be one of the first nations to recognize Pakistan’s independence. Over the past eight decades, our friendship has only grown stronger. To our friends across Pakistan celebrating today, we wish you peace, joy, and a wonderful day with loved ones.”

“From Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker and the U.S. diplomatic mission in Pakistan: Jashn-e-Azadi Mubarak!” U.S. Embassy Islamabad — shared in both English and Urdu

Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a formal statement on behalf of the United States, framing the occasion as a moment to reaffirm the two countries’ expanding partnership across several strategic sectors.

“On behalf of the United States of America, I extend warm congratulations to the people of Pakistan on their Independence Day. Together, through our cooperation on regional mediation, critical minerals, energy, counterterrorism, cultural heritage, and trade and investment, we are turning potential into progress and delivering real results for Americans and Pakistanis alike. On this special occasion, we commemorate the partnership between our nations and the bonds of friendship between our peoples.” Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State

The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the State Department also shared best wishes, stating: “Best wishes to the people of Pakistan celebrating their Independence Day. We look forward to what we will achieve together for the prosperity and security of our two nations.”

A Partnership Built on Shared Interests

The greetings come as both countries continue to expand engagement in key sectors, including counterterrorism, energy, critical minerals, trade, and regional diplomacy. Officials on both sides have repeatedly described the relationship as rooted in mutual respect and shared interests, with the Independence Day messages underscoring a desire to build on decades of partnership for greater prosperity and security.

As Pakistan marks nearly eight decades of independence, the exchange of goodwill between Washington and Islamabad reflects a relationship that has weathered shifting regional dynamics while continuing to find common ground in economic and security cooperation.

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