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Lalit K Jha Washington, Aug 12 (PTI) Ahead of India's Independence Day, the US today said the 'Indian Dream' of freedom, tolerance and prosperity continues to offer an example for people who yearn for democracy and liberty around the globe. Sixty-three years after its independence, India is a world leader, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in a message greeting people of the country on its Independence Day on August 15. She said the US is committed to further strengthening the cooperation and partnership with India. "As President (Barack) Obama noted during our Strategic Dialogue, the relationship between our two countries is unique. It is rooted in common interests, shared values and democratic traditions, and strengthened by our extensive people-to-people connections," Clinton said. The US looks forward to further developing these bonds when President Obama visits India this fall, she said. "Because it is only through dynamic, global cooperation between India and the United States that we can address the defining challenges of the 21st century," she added. "Each year on August 15th, we join with Indians around the world to honour Mahatma Gandhi and the heroes of the Indian independence movement who proved that great change can be achieved through non-violent resistance," Clinton said. "Their courage and determination has inspired generations of leaders around the world, including Dr Martin Luther King, Jr and others who advanced America's own struggle for civil rights and equality," she said.
''Indian Dream'' of freedom, tolerance, an example for the world, IBN Live News
Meanwhile, Clinton also greeted Pakistani people on the occasion of their 63rd Independence Day, and reaffirmed America's commitment to their country.
"In just the past few weeks, Pakistanis and partners from many countries have worked to protect people and homes from the floods that swept through so many areas. The damage is serious, but I know Pakistan will rebuild," Clinton said in a message.
"And the Pakistani people will continue to write the story that began 63 years ago. As you do, please know that the people of the United States are committed to standing by you," she said.
Clinton said America admires Pakistan's accomplishments since independence and pledged to support the country on the ideals that inspired its founding.
"We admire what you have accomplished since Independence. And we seek to support you as you build upon the ideals that inspired your nation from the start," she said.
"So on this occasion, let us reaffirm the partnership our nations share, the strong bonds that connect our peoplebonds of family, friendship, history, and common purpose," she added.
"And let us recommit to making the founding ideals of Pakistan ideals of equality, fraternity, and social and economic justice making them real," Clinton said.
"They helped give rise to Pakistan's creation, they stand today as goals that we all hold dear, and they provide encouragement as you continue to build a strong, prosperous, progressive, stable, secure nation for the future," she said.
"Here's to the democracy of Pakistan and to the people who deserve all that you can build together, knowing that we and others will be there with you on this journey," she said.
Happy Independence Day To India and Pakistan..
''Indian Dream'' of freedom, tolerance, an example for the world, IBN Live News
Meanwhile, Clinton also greeted Pakistani people on the occasion of their 63rd Independence Day, and reaffirmed America's commitment to their country.
"In just the past few weeks, Pakistanis and partners from many countries have worked to protect people and homes from the floods that swept through so many areas. The damage is serious, but I know Pakistan will rebuild," Clinton said in a message.
"And the Pakistani people will continue to write the story that began 63 years ago. As you do, please know that the people of the United States are committed to standing by you," she said.
Clinton said America admires Pakistan's accomplishments since independence and pledged to support the country on the ideals that inspired its founding.
"We admire what you have accomplished since Independence. And we seek to support you as you build upon the ideals that inspired your nation from the start," she said.
"So on this occasion, let us reaffirm the partnership our nations share, the strong bonds that connect our peoplebonds of family, friendship, history, and common purpose," she added.
"And let us recommit to making the founding ideals of Pakistan ideals of equality, fraternity, and social and economic justice making them real," Clinton said.
"They helped give rise to Pakistan's creation, they stand today as goals that we all hold dear, and they provide encouragement as you continue to build a strong, prosperous, progressive, stable, secure nation for the future," she said.
"Here's to the democracy of Pakistan and to the people who deserve all that you can build together, knowing that we and others will be there with you on this journey," she said.
Happy Independence Day To India and Pakistan..
