On
behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am
delighted to send best wishes to the people of the Kingdom of Cambodia
as you celebrate the Khmer New Year.
For years, the United States
and Cambodia have worked together to create a brighter future for both
our people by increasing trade, strengthening civil society, and
improving health. Today, we are finding new ways to broaden our
relationship and address challenges - from promoting regional security
and democracy to expanding global health and development.
As you
gather with family, friends and neighbors to honor Cambodia's rich
traditions and culture, know that the United States stands with you as a
partner and friend. Congratulations and best wishes for a peaceful,
prosperous, and happy New Year.
Bengali New Year - Poila Boishakh Message
Press Statement
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
April 12, 2012
On
behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am
delighted to send best wishes to Bengali communities worldwide as you
celebrate the Bengali New Year.
This is a time for Bengalis to
honor their rich cultural traditions, from song and dance, food and film
to internationally renowned literature and poetry. Americans have been
influenced by the strong traditions of Bengal, spread through a dynamic
diaspora community, that have shaped our culture for years. Bengalis of
all faiths and nationalities are coming together to bridge national and
religious divisions in honor of a shared history and promising future.
As
you celebrate this New Year, know that the United States is a partner
and friend. Best wishes for a year of peace, prosperity, health and
happiness. Shubho Nobo Borsho!
Sinhala and Tamil New Year's Greeting
Press Statement
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
April 12, 2012
On
behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am
delighted to send best wishes to Sri Lankans around the world as you
celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
This celebration brings
people together to renew bonds of friendship and family. It also gives
Sri Lankans of all backgrounds, living inside and outside the country,
an opportunity to help build a prosperous, democratic nation defined by
tolerance and respect for human rights. As a partner and friend of Sri
Lanka for more than 150 years, the United States looks forward to
supporting your efforts to foster national reconciliation and
development, and to build even stronger ties between our people.
Congratulations and best wishes for a safe and happy holiday and a prosperous New Year.
