U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesperson
For Immediate Release
Statement by Secretary Pompeo
Hungary National Day
August 20, 2018
On behalf of the Government of the United States, it is my pleasure to congratulate the people of Hungary on the occasion of Saint Stephen’s Day.
Hungary is a close friend and ally of the United States. We value our cooperation on many important issues, including defense cooperation, regional European security, and energy diversification. We deeply respect Hungary’s rich history, culture, and traditions, and we are grateful for the many contributions that Hungarian immigrants have made to American society in an array of fields, from the arts to business to technology. Bilateral exchanges and a growing trade relationship help strengthen the robust people-to-people ties that bind our two countries together today.
We look forward to continued partnership with Hungary to advance our shared interests and commitment to freedom and prosperity in Europe.
