US renews 162 years ties with Brunei
Hameed Shaheen
ISLAMABAD - The United States in her congratulatory message to the people of Brunei
over their 28th National Day today, Feb 23, 2012, reminded them of the 'long relationship' starting from the 162 years old Treaty of Peace,
Friendship, Commerce and Navigation signed in 1850. Brunei Darussalam is member of the ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) richest in the
region.
The felicitation message, according to the latest State Department web-posting, sent by Secretary Hillary Clinton 'to the people of
Brunei Darussalam' assures them that United States 'is partner and friend' looking forward to finding more ways to work together to benefit the
citizens of both our countries and those throughout the Asia-Pacific region. It reads: "On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United
States, I am delighted to send best wishes and congratulations to the people of Brunei Darussalam as you celebrate your 28th National Day this
February 23rd.
"The United States shares a long relationship with Brunei dating back to the 1850 Treaty of Peace, Friendship, Commerce, and
Navigation. Today, our two countries are working closely together on a robust bilateral and regional agenda to tackle some of our most pressing
issues. We have partnered to increase English language instruction in ASEAN, promote commercial interests, and expand educational opportunities and
people to people connections. We share Brunei’s commitment to the environment and proudly support the Heart of Borneo initiative.
"As
you celebrate this special day, know that the United States is a partner and friend, and we look forward to finding more ways to work together to
benefit the citizens of both our countries and those throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Best wishes for continued peace and prosperity in the year to
come".
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