WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the following transcript of remarks by the U.S. Secretary of State:
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
August 8, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest congratulations to the people of Singapore as you celebrate your 61st National Day on August 9.
This year carries special significance, as the United States and Singapore commemorate 60 years of diplomatic relations - a partnership forged through mutual respect and shared interests. The United States is proud to have stood alongside Singapore as it became an indispensable force for regional peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. Together, our nations have built an enduring pa...