Obama commemorates millenium

Jul 06, 2009
TBT Staff

On the eve of Lithuania's millennium celebrations, Lithuanian President Valdas Adamkus reiceived a letter of congratulations from U.S. President Barack Obama. 

 "This is an auspicious year for your nation. In addition to commemorating the 1000th anniversary of the first written reference to Lithuania, you are celebrating the selection of Vilnius as the European Union's 2009 Capital of Culture. Both events reflect not only Lithuania's long and rich history, but also the extraordinary transformation your country has enjoyed since reaffirming its freedom nearly 20 years ago," Obama wrote.

"We look forward to our continued partnership in promoting peace, democracy, and respect for human rights worldwide. I applaud Lithuania and its achievements, and send my best wishes as you and the Lithuanian people celebrate an important milestone in your nation's history,"wrote Obama.

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