Published: February 01, 2012
Citizens of Grenada Celebrate Their Independence Day
By Mina Fabulous 
The citizens of Grenada today celebrated their 38th anniversary of independence.
Grenada and the United States cooperate closely in fighting narcotics smuggling and other forms of transnational crime. In 1995, the United States and Grenada signed a maritime law enforcement treaty, according to Wikipedia.
US Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton, speaking in Washington, DC, extended the congratulations of President Obama and the people of the United States, to the people of Grenada on their National Day.
Ms. Clinton says Grenada has shown a deep commitment to protecting its democratic traditions and delivering educational and economic opportunities to its citizens.
Grand Anse Beach, St. George. Photo: Wikimedia Commons |
She adds that the people of the United States have been committed to helping Grenada build a brighter future through business and higher education partnerships.
"Together, we are upholding our common values through partnerships like the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, the Partnership Framework for HIV and AIDS, the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas, and the Caribbean Youth Empowerment Program." -Ms. Clinton
The United States remains steadfast in its commitment to strengthening the ties of friendship between the two countries as they the challenges of their region together.
"As you celebrate your independence with family, friends and loved ones, know that the United States stands with you as a partner and friend as we work toward a more peaceful and prosperous future for all of our people." -Ms. Clinton
United States and Grenada signed a mutual legal assistance treaty and an extradition treaty in 1996.
The United States continues to provide training, equipment, and materials to Grenadian security and defense forces. Some U.S. military training is provided as well.
Mina Fabulous follows the news, especially what is going on in the US State Department. Mina turns State Department waffle into plain english. Contact Mina through NewsBlaze.
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