September 1, 2026

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Congratulates Malaysia on National Day, Pledges Deeper Ties

Marco Rubio Malaysia National Day US ties

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended warmest congratulations to Malaysia on its 69th National Day, highlighting Washington’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in the years ahead.

In a message shared on the US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur’s social media page on Tuesday, Rubio noted that the United States, as one of Malaysia’s top investors and trading partners, shares a deep and enduring relationship with the country. He emphasized that this partnership is rooted in strong economic ties, interpersonal bonds, and a mutual commitment to maintaining freedom of navigation within a free and open Indo-Pacific.

“On behalf of the United States of America, I send my warmest congratulations to the people of Malaysia on the 69th anniversary of Malaysia’s independence,” Rubio said, wishing all Malaysians continued peace and prosperity on the special occasion.

NMT