Informal Communication

Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

On behalf of the United States of America, I want to extend my congratulations and best wishes to Maldives on your Independence Day this July 26th.

As you celebrate this important day, Maldives has many reasons to be proud. Your country is a strong supporter of democratic values and an important voice in maintaining the international rules-based order.

The relationship between the United States and Maldives is based on shared values of democracy,

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Regions: Maldives , United States

Topics: Human Rights and Democracy

Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State

Male, Maldives

QUESTION:  Welcome, sir.  Thank you for joining Raajje TV.

SECRETARY POMPEO:  It’s great to be with you.  Thanks for having me with you.

QUESTION:  How has your trip been?

SECRETARY POMPEO:  It’s been great.  Too short, but wonderful to come visit here in the Maldives.  It was very kind of the president to invite me, and I’ve very much enjoyed the vis

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Regions: China, Japan , Maldives , United States

Topics: Climate and Environment, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Global Health, Human Rights and Democracy, Science, Technology, and Innovation

Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State

Colombo, Sri Lanka

QUESTION:  Secretary Pompeo, on behalf of national television Rupavahini (inaudible), I would like to thank you for providing this great opportunity for us, and it’s a great pleasure and honor for us to have this very important dialogue with you, sir.

SECRETARY POMPEO:  It’s wonderful to be with you.  It’s been great to be in Colombo.  I’ve had a great visit so far.

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