US state secretary Marco Rubio expresses gratitude to Romanian counterpart for anniversary message

31 July 2026 US state secretary Marco Rubio, reportedly a presidential hopeful for 2028, expressed his gratitude to Romanian foreign minister Oana Țoiu for messages she sent on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States gaining independence. The US official also pointed out that the partnership with Romania is a profound one and will continue. “Dear Ms. minister, Thank you for your kind message on the occasion of America’s 250th Independence Day. As we celebrate our nation’s founding, we are reminded of the principles that have shaped our country for almost 250 years - freedom, natural rights, and the conviction that liberty must be preserved and protected. Your message serves as a meaningful reflection of the value of international friendship in upholding these shared idea