Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
Aspen, Colorado
Aspen Meadows Resort
MS MITCHELL:  Good morning, everyone.  It’s wonderful to be back in Aspen, and especially after such a great program all week, and most especially to be with Secretary Blinken.
SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Thank you.
MS MITCHELL:  Tony Blinken, of course, you all know, but – (applause) – I think this is your first time here since becoming Secretary.
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Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America and the American people, I congratulate all Austrians as you celebrate your National Day.
Austria and the United States enjoy a deep and longstanding friendship based on shared values.  The economic and cultural ties between our people grow stronger each year, and together we are better able to ensure peace and prosperity for the citizens of both of our countries.  The United States values Aust
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