US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. (File photo: REUTERS/Craig Hudson)

In a press statement issued on September 1, Rubio expressed the US’s admiration for the resilience, determination, and progress made by the Vietnamese people, saying Vietnam continues to demonstrate remarkable growth and development, becoming a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific region and a leader in addressing shared global challenges.

Rubio wrote this also marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two nations. The United States is proud of the progress the two countries have made together under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has strengthened bilateral cooperation in security, science and technology, education, and addressing regional challenges, including maritime security and transnational crime.

“As we commemorate this historic occasion, we reaffirm our commitment to deepening our nations' bonds. Together, we will continue to advance peace, prosperity, and security for the American and Vietnamese people, as well as for the broader Indo-Pacific region,” Rubio wrote in the statement.

On this special day, the US Secretary of State sent his warmest wishes to the people of Vietnam for a joyous celebration and a prosperous year ahead.