Press Releases: Maldives Independence Day Message Maldives Independence Day Message Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC July 25, 2013 On behalf of President Obama, I congratulate the people of the Republic of Maldives on the 48th anniversary of your independence on July 26. The United States stands with the people of the Maldives as they advance their commitment to democracy and the rule of law. We support you as you ...
July 25, 2013 - U.S. Department of State