I
am delighted to send best wishes to all those celebrating the festival
of Nowruz. For over 3,000 years, Nowruz has been a time of hope for
millions of people around the world. The spirit of compassion, family,
and renewal is deeply woven throughout all of the rich cultural
traditions of Nowruz, and reminds us of our shared commitment to a
better world.
The people of the United States join you in
welcoming the opportunities of this new year and the possibilities for
strengthening ties of family and friends. And as we face new challenges,
we remain committed to our support for universal human rights and the
freedom of expression -- rights that promote peace and progress. May
your Nowruz be glorious, and all your days be Nowruz.
This statement is also available in
Arabic and
Persian.
