Stronger ties, beautiful friendship: US, Israel, Nepal, others wish India on 80th Independence Day
US secretary of state Marco Rubio, Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Nepal PM Balendra 'Balen' Shah were among the leaders who extended greetings to India.
As India celebrated its 80th Independence Day on Saturday, world leaders expressed their admiration for the nation's enduring partnerships. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the strong ties between the US and India, attributing their growth to the personal relationship between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rubio stated that the bilateral relationship is innovative, resilient, and forward-looking.
On behalf of Israel, President Isaac Herzog congratulated India, emphasizing the strong friendship between the two nations. He wished for continued strengthening of their beautiful friendship. Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah also extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to India, expressing hope that their historical ties and close people-to-people relations would continue to strengthen.
Singapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam congratulated India on its 80th Independence Day, underscoring the robust Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. He noted that the bilateral relationship has expanded into areas such as skills development, digitalisation, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing.
Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs also wished India a Happy Independence Day, wishing for continued progress, unity, and prosperity. International diplomatic missions, ambassadors, and partner nations based in New Delhi also shared their heartfelt greetings, honoring India's democratic journey and robust bilateral partnerships.
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