WASHINGTON (ChatnewsTV) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended congratulations to the people of Germany on Thursday, marking the 34th anniversary of German reunification. In a statement commemorating German Unity Day, Blinken praised Germany’s journey toward democracy and the strong ties that have developed between the two nations.
“On behalf of the United States of America, it is my honor to congratulate the people of Germany as you celebrate 34 years of unity,” Blinken said. He lauded the reunification in 1990 as a “testament to the courage and determination of the German people” in overcoming division and oppression, calling it a symbol of the “enduring power of freedom.”
Blinken reflected on the fall of the Berlin Wall, describing it as not just the dismantling of a physical barrier but “a triumph of democracy and of the human spirit that inspired the world.”
The Secretary of State also emphasized the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Germany. “The United States is grateful to have Germany as an indispensable ally and partner,” Blinken said, highlighting their shared commitment to freedom and self-determination. He commended Germany’s leadership within NATO and its ongoing support for Ukraine in the face of “the Kremlin’s brutal war of aggression.”
The statement also underscored the collaborative efforts between the two governments on various global issues, including the climate crisis and the Middle East peace process. “We are working together to strengthen economic security and resilience,” Blinken noted, pledging continued cooperation in addressing international challenges.
Blinken closed by celebrating the importance of the U.S.-Germany partnership, stating, “We join you in celebrating German Unity Day and look forward to our continued partnership towards a free, secure, and prosperous world.”
German Unity Day is celebrated annually on October 3 to commemorate the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990, a pivotal moment in the nation’s history following the fall of the Berlin Wall.
