Rubio’s best wishes for the June 2nd holiday: "Italy is a faithful partner and friend"

Marco Rubio celebrates the concomitance of the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic with the 250th anniversary of the Independence of the United States with a message addressed to Italians and to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. In the long message, the Secretary of State speaks of today’s partnership between the United States and Italy which “continues to promote the values ​​of faith, freedom and the rule of law that both nations hold dear”.

Rubio honors “the profound influence that the republican traditions of Rome had on our Founding Fathers” and “the legacy of Rome” which “shaped the birth of American democracy” and then defined Italy as “a faithful partner and friend”.

Commitment to security and defense

“The United States applauds to the increase in Italian investments in defense and appreciate Prime Minister Meloni’s commitment to maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz and support for the security and stability of Middle East” he writes again Marco Rubiowhich highlights appreciation for “Italy’s support for efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine” and “cooperation to counter threats to common security.”

Hospitality and military presence

“We are grateful for the hospitality offered by Italy to quasi 30,000 US military personnel and their families across the country,” Rubio adds.

Technological and industrial partnership

“The United States – concludes the message sent by the US Secretary of State – welcomes Italy’s leadership in the development of critical technologies and in building a solid industrial base across Europe. Our science and technology partnership promotes innovation, creates jobs and generates mutual economic growth.”