U.S. Department of State

04/18/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/17/2025 22:28

Zimbabwe National Day

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Zimbabwe National Day

Press Statement

Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

April 18, 2025

On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate the people of Zimbabwe as you celebrate the 45th anniversary of your country's independence.

The United States recognizes the spirit and strength of the Zimbabwean people on this commemoration of your fight for freedom. We look forward to reinforcing our business and commercial ties, supported by our countries' democratic institutions. Through rule of law and respect for our fundamental freedoms, we can create better opportunities for our peoples to prosper.

We wish all Zimbabweans a very happy Independence Day.